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Migration issues in the UK

by Michael McG | May 9, 2022 | Catholic Bishop's Conference

A Statement by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales In his 2014 message for the World Day for Migrants and Refugees, Pope Francis wrote, ‘We ourselves need to see, and then to enable others to see, that migrants and refugees… are brothers and sisters...

Returning to Mass at Pentecost – an invitation from our bishops

by Michael McG | May 9, 2022 | Catholic Bishop's Conference

This is the bread come down from heaven (John 6:58) A beautiful hallmark of the Catholic faith is the profound desire to participate in the Holy Mass and share in the Eucharist. We do so with deep gratitude and joy.The Eucharist gives the Church her identity – “The...

Million Minutes’ launches Celebrating Young People Awards 2022

by Michael McG | May 5, 2022 | Miscellaneous, Youth

Catholic youth social action charity Million Minutes has relaunched its popular Celebrating Young People Awards for 2022.These social action awards comprise six awards recognising children and young people who have been inspired by each of the values of Catholic...

Spotlight on faith in the digital age

by Michael McG | May 3, 2022 | Appeals and Special Events, Courses, Diocese

Catholic educators and catechists are invited to a conference exploring the interface between faith and digital media. Organised by Leeds Trinity University Conference, A Catholic Response to a Digital Age takes place on Thursday June 9 and Friday June 10. ...

Applications invited for Christian Leadership Programme

by Michael McG | May 3, 2022 | Courses, Diocese

The Christian Heritage Centre at Stonyhurst is inviting applications for the second year of its programme for students who are actively committed to their faith, intellectually gifted and committed to shaping a Christian society through their careers.The Christian...