by Michael McG | Apr 11, 2020 | Coronavirus, Bishop Terry, Bishop Terry's podcasts
Bishop Terry has recorded a special video message for Easter. You can watch it on the Diocese of Middlesbrough Facebook page or our YouTube channel.
by Michael McG | Apr 3, 2020 | Coronavirus, St Mary's Cathedral, Middlesbrough, Bishop Terry
Bishop Terry is encouraging Catholics to use symbols of greenery, a crucifix, a candle and some spring flowers to help them mark this year’s Holy Week services. The suggestion follows an initiative that has gathered pace in recent days as the faithful prepare for...
by Michael McG | Mar 27, 2020 | Coronavirus, Bishop Terry, Catholic Bishop's Conference
In their letter of March 18, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales said: “In these emergency circumstances, and for as long as they last, the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days is removed. “This is, without doubt, the teaching of...
by Michael McG | Mar 26, 2020 | Caritas Social Action Network (CSAN), Coronavirus, Bishop Terry
In his role as chair of Caritas Social Action Network, Bishop Terry has made a public statement urging Catholics to keep the poor, vulnerable and isolated members of our community at the forefront of our minds at this difficult time. There is an urgent need to support...
by Michael McG | Mar 24, 2020 | Coronavirus, Bishop Terry
After the government’s latest announcement regarding restrictions due to the ongoing coronavirus crisis, churches will now no longer be open for private prayer. In a letter to all clergy and religious houses of the diocese, Bishop Terry said: “In view of the latest...
by Michael McG | Mar 18, 2020 | Coronavirus, Bishop Terry, Bishop Terry's Pastoral Letters
We pray for ourselves and our world under the threat of the coronavirus pandemic, that the Almighty and Merciful Lord look with compassion on our afflictions and so lighten our burdens and confirm our faith that we may always trust without hesitation in his...
