Archbishop John Sherrington, Archbishop of Liverpool and Lead Bishop for Life Issues, has issued a statement on the upcoming Second Reading of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, which will take place on Friday September 11. In his statement, Archbishop...
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Pope’s message for creation day
Today (Monday September 1) is World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation and the beginning of the Ecumenical Season of Creation, which will conclude on 4 October, the Feast of St Francis of Assisi. Pope Leo XIV’s message for the day is “They shall beat their swords...
Catholic peace movement seeks new general secretary
Are you committed to a world where people can live in peace and without fear of violence? Do you have the skills and experience to voice this message to people at all levels? Pax Christi England and Wales, the Catholic movement for peace, is recruiting a new general...
Catechists explore encounter with Christ
Forty-eight catechists from parishes all over the diocese met to follow Catechist Formation Pathway 1 over four online and in-person sessions.The course was led by adult formation co-ordinator Nicola Sweetman, who shared her wisdom and experience, making the content...
Three-diocese consultation process completed
The consultation process across the dioceses of Hallam, Leeds and Middlesbrough has now been completed, marking an important milestone in the discernment surrounding the proposed unification of the three dioceses. Over recent months, clergy, religious and lay faithful...
A return to my North Yorkshire home
FATHER TIMOTHY WHITWELL, who this summer takes over from Monsignor Gerard Robinson as parish priest at St Joseph’s, Stokesley, St Margaret Clitherow, Great Ayton and St Mary’s Crathorne, tells us how much he’s looking forward to returning to our diocese… From...
Learn about CAFOD’s work in Africa
Building a Better World: Saturday September 12, from 10am to noon at English Martyrs Catholic Church, Dalton Terrace, York Y024 4DA. All are warmly invited for an opportunity to hear about CAFOD’s current work and the difference you can make. We will be...
SVP seeks membership support officer
The St Vincent de Paul Society, which provides invaluable services in our parishes and communities, is recruiting a membership support officer to assist with its work across the Middlesbrough Central Council area. This part-time, fixed-term role will focus on...
Pilgrims follow ancient footprints to Walsingham
A small band of pilgrims from Diocese of Hallam and Diocese of Leeds will walk England’s Longest Way to Walsingham this September.Starting with Mass at Leeds Cathedral on Saturday September 12, the group of “Perpetual Pilgrims” will follow the St Mark’s Way route of...









