Helping seafarers celebrate Christmas
Parishes and schools also play an important part in making Christmas special for seafarers, says Anne McLaren, Stella Maris’ senior area port chaplain for the north of England.“We have run a woolly hat appeal with primary schools for a number of years. We visit...
Bishops unite in compassionate action to oppose assisted suicide
The Catholic Bishops of England, Wales and Scotland have issued a statement on assisted suicide ahead of the Second Reading of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill. In it, the bishops explain exactly what “compassion” means at the end of life – caring for and...
Choir offers night of festive harmony
Teesside Apollo Male Voice Choir is holding its annual Christmas concert at the Holy Name of Mary Church in Middlesbrough on Wednesday December 4.Tickets are £10, which includes refreshments. Call 01642 281826 or 0162 821866 for details or to book.The choir is always...
