Bishop Terry is encouraging Catholics to use symbols of greenery, a crucifix, a candle and some spring flowers to help them mark this year’s Holy Week services. The suggestion follows an initiative that has gathered pace in recent days as the faithful prepare for...
Holy Week 2020 is going to be very different for all of us, as we will be unable to attend the usual church services under the restrictions imposed during the coronavirus crisis. However, that doesn't mean we can't still journey alongside Jesus from his entry into...
We call ourselves “Christians”, followers of Christ. But are we really followers and in what sense? Is our following of Christ like following a regime, say, for example, like “Dry January” or taking on a new diet, trying to bring some order and discipline into our...
In their letter of March 18, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales said: “In these emergency circumstances, and for as long as they last, the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days is removed. "This is, without doubt, the teaching of the...
In his role as chair of Caritas Social Action Network, Bishop Terry has made a public statement urging Catholics to keep the poor, vulnerable and isolated members of our community at the forefront of our minds at this difficult time. There is an urgent need to support...
Pope Francis will give an extraordinary Urbi et Orbi blessing tomorrow (Friday) at 5pm UK time with the opportunity for Catholics to receive a plenary indulgence by tuning in via media. “I will preside over a moment of prayer outside of St Peter's Basilica with the...
In a special edition of the Pope Video, the Holy Father asks us to pray for the sick and the suffering, while thanking all those who pray for those affected. With a special emphasis on the sick and those who are suffering most, Pope Francis asked that we all pray the...
After the government’s latest announcement regarding restrictions due to the ongoing coronavirus crisis, churches will now no longer be open for private prayer. In a letter to all clergy and religious houses of the diocese, Bishop Terry said: “In view of the latest...
A special prayer for help and healing during the coronavirus pandemic... Father in Heaven, have mercy on us and on the whole world. We come to you today with our fears and concerns. You know what is in our hearts. We love you, we trust you, we need you. We ask...
