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Pope’s message for World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation?

by Michael McG | Sep 1, 2022 | Appeals and Special Events, Season of Creation

The Pope’s message calls on us to listen to the voice of creation, the sweet song in praise of our creator, alongside the plea lamenting our mistreatment of our common home. Dear brothers and sisters! “Listen to the voice of creation” is the theme and invitation of...

Website shows what’s on in York

by Michael McG | Aug 3, 2022 | Courses, Diocese, Pastoral Centres, St Bede's Pastoral Centre

St Bede’s Pastoral Centre has set up a new website that aims to connect churches and charities and provide an online ecumenical calendar to show what’s going on in the area and beyond.The website – called Mustard Seed York – is initially simple, but if it takes off...

Bishop Terry’s August Voice column

by Michael McG | Aug 1, 2022 | Voice Column

I hope that the summer months have been good for you. It is wonderful that we will be able to celebrate the Mass of the Assumption at the Lady Chapel on Sunday August 14 this year. It is even more auspicious as we will have the joy and pleasure of the presence of...

The life-giving ministry of encouragement

by Michael McG | Aug 1, 2022 | Miscellaneous

In a special reflection, Emeritus Bishop of Middlesbrough John Crowley looks back on significant encounters during his priesthood and how they gave him encouragement when he needed it most… Every day as long as this day lasts keep on encouraging each other so that...

Places available on Walsingham pilgrimage

by Michael McG | Jul 28, 2022 | Pilgrimage

There are still places available on our annual Pilgrimage to Walsingham, which takes place on Saturday October 8 and Sunday October 9 and will be led by Bishop Terry. If you wish to express your interest in booking a place or receive further information about the...