by Michael McG | Sep 6, 2023 | Diocese, Obituaries
Sister Josephine Barron FCJ, who spent many years in Middlesbrough as part of the Faithful Companions of Jesus community, passed away in Salford on July 15 aged 96, in the 75th year of her religious profession. Sister Elizabeth Ryan looks back on her life…Mary...
by Michael McG | Jun 6, 2023 | Catholic Voice, Diocese
Looking back on last month, the main highlight for most people surely was the King and Queen’s Coronation. Even if you are a staunch republican, you couldn’t have missed it! Certainly “Coronation” and “Monarchy” and the rituals surrounding the ceremony have formed a...
by Michael McG | May 10, 2023 | Diocese, Obituaries
Father Michael Coleman SM passed away peacefully in hospital in Blackburn on March 17, just three days after the 59th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. He was 83. Mourners packed the Holy Name of Mary Church in Middlesbrough for Father Michael’s...
by Michael McG | Apr 26, 2023 | Catholic Union, Education Service
The Catholic Union will host a webinar on Catholic education in 21st-century Britain on Monday May 15 from 6.30pm to 8pm.An expert panel will consider opportunities and challenges for Catholic schools at the webinar, entitled “Catholic Education in 21st Century...
by Michael McG | Jan 9, 2023 | Diocese, Safeguarding
Safe Spaces, the free national support service for victims and survivors of Church-related abuse, will increase operational hours under a newly appointed independent provider, First Light, which has taken over the service. Safe Spaces offers a confidential,...
by Michael McG | Jan 9, 2023 | Diocese
As we continue to recover from the effects of the pandemic, the trustees have appointed a fundraising officer to help support its parishes and create a fundraising strategy across the diocese. Dan Woodgate takes on the role with a wealth of diocesan experience behind...
