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Statement From Our Catholic Bishops

by Michael McG | Sep 25, 2018 | Catholic Bishop's Conference

STATEMENT FROM OUR CATHOLIC BISHOPS OF ENGLAND AND WALES, SEPTEMBER 24 2018 As we gather in Rome for our visit ad Limina Apostolorum, we have spent time together reflecting again on the impact of the recent reports containing stark revelations of child sexual abuse...

Oscar-Winning Actress Narrates Art Of Dying Well Film

by Michael McG | Jun 8, 2017 | Catholic Bishop's Conference

Oscar-winning actress Vanessa Redgrave has narrated a beautiful animated film for a website designed to help people coping with issues surrounding the end of life. Although devised by the Church in England and Wales and based in the Catholic tradition, the Art of...

General Election 2017 – A letter to Catholics in England and Wales from their Bishops

by webmaster | May 30, 2017 | Catholic Bishop's Conference, General Election

As we approach the General Election on 8 June, we offer you these considerations. As Catholics and citizens of the UK, our lives are shaped by the vision inspired by our faith. Pope Francis says: “An authentic faith . . . always involves a deep desire to change the...

Bishops Encourage Catholics To Vote

by Michael McG | May 17, 2017 | Catholic Bishop's Conference

The bishops of England and Wales have distributed a letter to all parishes encouraging Catholics to play an active part in the General Election. While voting for any particular political party is a matter of conscience, the bishops encourage people to use their vote...

‘Art of Dying Well’ Website Goes Live

by Michael McG | Nov 17, 2016 | Catholic Bishop's Conference

The Art of Dying Well is a new website that offers a helping hand to those grappling with issues around death and dying. Although devised by the Church in England and Wales and based in the Catholic tradition, it is open to all. It features real-life stories about...