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...
Bishop Terry recently sent a letter to Sir Michael Fallon expressing his great concern that the UK have not been taking part in the Vienna talks regarding the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons. It read as follows: To the Rt. Hon. Sir Michael Fallon,...
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...
People from across Middlesbrough will gather to mark Dementia Awareness Week by enjoying music and sharing experiences together. The Big Sing is hosted by the team from Dementia Friendly Churches, which is supported by several denominations, along with Together...
Dear Brothers and Sisters, When we are given some good news, it is hard to keep it a secret. You have just found out that you have got the job you have been seeking for a long time; you have just been unexpectedly promoted; the exam that you thought you had...
Dear Brothers and Sisters, When we are given some good news, it is hard to keep it a secret. You have just found out that you have got the job you have been seeking for a long time; you have just been unexpectedly promoted; the exam that you thought you had flunked...
The Intones, featuring Jonny Rees and Dave Hawkins, will entertain at a musical evening in aid of CAFOD’s East Africa Crisis Appeal at St Andrew's Parish Hall in Teesville on Friday May 12 from 7.30pm to late. Tickets are £2 and there will also be a raffle, tombola...
Bishop Terry consecrated the holy oils to be used throughout our diocese during the year in the moving Chrism Mass at St Mary’s Cathedral. The ancient ceremony takes place in cathedrals around the world at the beginning of Holy Week. The bishop was joined by priests...
Tributes have been paid to a much-loved priest whose ministry included service in Middlesbrough, Hull and East Cleveland. Canon Bill Madden (left) died at the age of 81 in Conna Nursing Home in County Cork, Ireland, on Monday April 10. He was born on May 9 1935 in...
