Priests from throughout the diocese reaffirmed their ministry by renewing the promises made at their ordination during the annual Mass of Chrism in St Mary’s Cathedral.As well as the renewal of priestly promises, the Mass also included the blessing of the Oil of...
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...
A Mass to celebrate what would have been the 100th birthday of HCPT founder Brother Michael Strode will be held in Westminster Cathedral on Saturday June 3 at 2pm. The HCPT has helped thousands of disabled and disadvantaged children and adults experience the joy of...
Moment of Prayer for the Synod: Wednesday May 31 2023 The General Secretariat of the Synod has invited the Synods of the Eastern Catholic churches, episcopal conferences and Marian shrines to celebrate a moment of prayer on Wednesday May 31, the liturgical memorial of...
Are you interested in finding out more about the Catholic faith or interested in becoming a Catholic?You may be a catechist or active in one of the many parish ministries in your parish. Then these online sessions could be for you.The Sycamore programme looks at the...
Speakers at this year’s York Catholic History Day will discuss aspects of Catholic education in the 19th and 20th centuries.Sister Patricia Harriss CJ will talk about The Bar Convent and Nineteenth Century Catholic Education in York, Father David Lannon about...
A free mini-retreat has been organised with the intention of inspiring and equipping people to be more effective in sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ.The meeting is hosted by “ADoRE”, one of the longest-running charismatic days of renewal in the country, and...
A new exhibition exploring the nature and impact of immigration detention is coming to Stockton. The Walking Inquiry into Immigration Detention was created by Refugee Tales, an outreach project of the Gatwick Detainees Welfare Group. The charity supports people during...
May has always been dedicated to the honour of Our Lady – Welcome month of Mary! I can remember singing this as a child. Fittingly during the course of the month, we celebrate three important feasts in honour of Mary, Mother of God. On 13th of the month, we celebrate...
