by webmaster | May 31, 2008 | Homilies
SS Joseph & Francis Xavier, Richmond – 31 May 2008 We gather today in order to ask God’s blessing on the setting up of a new Catenian Circle in Hambleton. It is also the feast of the Visitation of Our Blessed Lady. It is because of her faith that we, with all...
by webmaster | May 31, 2008 | Bishop Terry's Homilies
SS Joseph & Francis Xavier, Richmond – 31 May 2008 We gather today in order to ask God’s blessing on the setting up of a new Catenian Circle in Hambleton. It is also the feast of the Visitation of Our Blessed Lady. It is because of her faith that we, with all...
by webmaster | May 29, 2008 | Homilies
29 May 2008 We come together for our final Pilgrimage Mass and we gather in a spirit of thanksgiving to Almighty God for all the great and wonderful things he has done for us on this Pilgrimage. We take a moment to count our blessings. For the times we have not...
by webmaster | May 29, 2008 | Bishop Terry's Homilies
29 May 2008 We come together for our final Pilgrimage Mass and we gather in a spirit of thanksgiving to Almighty God for all the great and wonderful things he has done for us on this Pilgrimage. We take a moment to count our blessings. For the times we have not...
by webmaster | May 28, 2008 | Homilies
28 May 2008 It is very hard for us to believe that we mean so much to the Lord, so much that he died for each one of us. But there is something even more difficult to believe, that every human being is equally dear to him. As we begin this Mass, we pray that our eyes...
by webmaster | May 28, 2008 | Bishop Terry's Homilies
28 May 2008 It is very hard for us to believe that we mean so much to the Lord, so much that he died for each one of us. But there is something even more difficult to believe, that every human being is equally dear to him. As we begin this Mass, we pray that our eyes...
by webmaster | May 27, 2008 | Homilies
27 May 2008 I can remember as a child walking past a toy shop near our house and seeing a chemistry set. It intrigued me, fascinated me – all the different chemicals with strange sounding names and the mysterious glass bottles and instruments. I wanted that...
by webmaster | May 27, 2008 | Bishop Terry's Homilies
27 May 2008 I can remember as a child walking past a toy shop near our house and seeing a chemistry set. It intrigued me, fascinated me – all the different chemicals with strange sounding names and the mysterious glass bottles and instruments. I wanted that...
by webmaster | May 25, 2008 | Bishop Terry's Homilies
Feast of Corpus Christi – 25 May 2008 Today we celebrate the great feast of Corpus Christi, the Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ. According to the date, 25th May, it also happens to be the feast of Bede the Venerable who was born, lived out his life and died...
by webmaster | May 25, 2008 | Homilies
Feast of Corpus Christi – 25 May 2008 Today we celebrate the great feast of Corpus Christi, the Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ. According to the date, 25th May, it also happens to be the feast of Bede the Venerable who was born, lived out his life and died...
by webmaster | May 15, 2008 | Bishop Terry
The 23rd April 2008 started damp and miserable and all our committee’s eyes were on the clouds. Should we or shouldn’t we put up our gazebo in the cemetery to shield our guests from the rain, because today was the day our new Bishop, Bishop Terry, would...
by webmaster | May 10, 2008 | Bishop Terry's Homilies
Pentecost 2008, 10 May 2008 In the Scriptures the Spirit is symbolised as the “breath of God” which transmits the life of God in the creation of Adam: Yahweh God fashioned man of dust from the soil. Then he breathed into his nostrils a breath of life, and thus man...
by webmaster | May 10, 2008 | Homilies
Pentecost 2008, 10 May 2008 In the Scriptures the Spirit is symbolised as the “breath of God” which transmits the life of God in the creation of Adam: Yahweh God fashioned man of dust from the soil. Then he breathed into his nostrils a breath of life, and thus man...
by webmaster | Apr 25, 2008 | Appeals and Special Events
the following who were lucky enough to secure their places for the 40@40 charity football match at the Riverside. Team One Goalkeeper – David McDonald (£600) Right-back – Mark Page (£350) Centre-back – Joe Whyte (£330) Centre-back – John Waites (£350) Left-back – Glen...
by webmaster | Apr 24, 2008 | Appeals and Special Events
The auction for places to play in the charity match at the Riverside Stadium, home of Middlesbrough Football Club, closes at noon tomorrow. The latest bids are as follows; Team One Goalkeeper – David McDonald (£400) Right-back – Mark Page (£250) Centre-back – Joe...
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Miscellaneous
Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council has given planning permission for the Diocese to build a new church next to St Paulinus School to serve the people of Guisborough. The new church and community centre will replace the current building in Park Lane, which was opened...
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Religious Communities
The FCJ Sisters would like to thank Bishop Terence Patrick, the priests and the many friends who braved the cold and sleet on Saturday 5th April to join with them in thanking God for the life and work of their Foundress, Marie Madeleine d’Houet. Middlesbrough is...
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Bishop Terry, Parishes, Religious Communities, St Mary's Cathedral, Middlesbrough
Almost 700 from across the Diocese including Bishop Terry, Mgr Dasey, VG, and 20 priests joined the FCJ communities from Middlesbrough and Hexham and Newcastle Dioceses at a Thanksgiving Mass in the Cathedral on 5th April to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the...
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Miscellaneous
Please write to your MP, emphasising that you are a constituent, who feels very strongly that there should be a conscience vote about the Bill and stating your principle objections to the suggested legislation. Parishes could also consider brief letter-writing...
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Bishop Terry's Homilies
As Christians we should know that justice is the bare minimum we owe to one another. It arises out of our natural interdependence. Justice cannot be avoided; it is the foundation of so much else, not least of all peace. Without justice there can be no peace and...
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Appeals and Special Events
Kathryn Tillotson is one of the group of brave souls joining Fr Paul Farrer in his 40@40 bungee jump off the Transporter Bridge on June 15th. All proceeds will be going to Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice, Middlesbrough so all sponsorship is for a really good cause....
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Miscellaneous, Religious Communities
Congratulations to Sister Agatha Leach CJ, of the Bar Convent Community on being named best ambassador for York in the city’s tourism awards. This remarkable award comes hot on the heels of the City of York recently being voted UK’s Best City. Click here...
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Appeals and Special Events
A BIG-HEART mystery backer who donated £2,100 means 59-year-old Father Pat Keogh will play the last few minutes of a charity football match at the Riverside – but YOU can still bid to play from just £210. Fr Keogh, parish priest at St Joseph’s Parish in...
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Evangelisation, Event Calendar, Parishes, RCIA
with Fr John Lumley. The final part of the ‘Do this in memory of me’ series of reflections on the Eucharist St Patrick’s Church, Thornaby Tuesday 24th June, 7pm All Welcome [gmap map:7]
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Bishop Terry, Evangelisation, Event Calendar, Parishes, RCIA
with Bishop Terry Drainey. Part of the ‘Do this in memory of me’ series of reflections on the Eucharist St Patrick’s Church, Thornaby Tuesday 17th June, 7pm All Welcome [gmap map:7]
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Evangelisation, Event Calendar, Parishes, RCIA
with Fr Paul Farrer. Part of the ‘Do this in memory of me’ series of reflections on the Eucharist St Patrick’s Church, Thornaby Tuesday 10th June, 7pm All Welcome [gmap map:7]
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Evangelisation, Event Calendar, Parishes, RCIA
with Monsignor Gerry Dasey. The first part of the ‘Do this in memory of me’ series of reflections on the Eucharist St Patrick’s Church, Thornaby Tuesday 3rd June, 7pm All Welcome [gmap map:7]
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Organisations
At Mass next Sunday, look around you. For each person you see, imagine another 11 people. That will give you some idea of the numbers of Catholics in China. In a huge country of 1.3 billion people, numbers are never more than estimates. But even conservative guesses...
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Bishop Terry, Organisations
Plaque on Ouse Bridge York to St Margaret Clitherow arranged by Knights of St Columba. Bishop Terence Drainey of Middlesbrough is to unveil a plaque to St Margaret Clitherow at the Micklegate end of Ouse Bridge in York on Friday 29th August at 3.30pm. This will be...
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | CAFOD, Event Calendar, Organisations
Come and visit CAFOD’s Unearth Justice Photo Exhibition at St Wilfrid’s Church, York. Exhibition will be opened by Bishop Drainey and will be open to the public from 1.00 pm on Tuesday 24th June until 6.00 pm Wednesday 25th June. See for yourself the...
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | CAFOD, Event Calendar, Organisations
Saturday 14th June. Over 100 people went from our Diocese last year. Why not join us? For further details, contact David or Carol at the CAFOD Office.
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | CAFOD, Event Calendar, Organisations
CAFOD and Christian Aid Humber Bridge Sponsored Cross, Saturday 10th May, 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm. Come and have a great day out and raise some money for CAFOD. Register for the event and obtain your sponsor form by contacting the CAFOD Office.
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | CAFOD, Organisations
Livesimply On Saturday 15th March, almost 40 people (young and not so young) from throughout our Diocese made the journey to Manchester for the Live It! event, celebrating all the work that has been done in trying to live simply, sustainably and in solidarity with the...
by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Homilies
As Christians we should know that justice is the bare minimum we owe to one another. It arises out of our natural interdependence. Justice cannot be avoided; it is the foundation of so much else, not least of all peace. Without justice there can be no peace and...
by webmaster | Apr 22, 2008 | Miscellaneous
A beautiful evening prayer video featuring the late Fr Tony Storey has been posted to YouTube. Sincere thanks to whoever has posted this. Click here to see the video and hear Fr Tony. Father Tony returned to the Lord on 1st May 2007. May he rest in...
by webmaster | Apr 22, 2008 | Appeals and Special Events
On the 7th April this year we received the following three messages, following the safe arrival of the fifth consignment: “Dear John and Friends, Thank you for the shipment. We appreciate your cooperation and help. God bless you all. If you do not mind, could you send...
by webmaster | Apr 22, 2008 | Diocese
On or After 6th April 2008 Question: When does £10.00 = £12.82? Answer: When you Gift Aid your payment to your parish on or after 6th April 2008. How? As a Gift Aid donor you are treated as making a payment net of basic rate tax. Also, subject to Royal Assent, HM...
by webmaster | Apr 22, 2008 | Apostleship of the Sea, Organisations
Apostleship of the Sea is calling for people to sign up for its Sea to Sea challenge to have a chance to walk in the footsteps of the apostles. Apostleship of the Sea (AOS) is offering a truly unique experience for those who love to travel. A chance to visit the Holy...
by webmaster | Apr 22, 2008 | Event Calendar, Religious Communities
The Sisters, Faithful Companions of Jesus would like to invite young women interested in religious life to Stella Maris, Broadstairs, Kent on 23rd – 25th May 2008. Jesus invites us to share his mission … committed to him, walking faithfully with him making his...
by webmaster | Apr 22, 2008 | Cleveland Newman Circle, Organisations
Rev Len Collings is a married, Permanent Deacon of the Middlesbrough Diocese and on Wednesday 12th March 2008, he carefully outlined to the Cleveland Newman Circle the history, role and future potential of the Permanent Diaconate in the life of the Church. He...
by webmaster | Apr 22, 2008 | Parishes
St Charles Pilgrimage 2008 During the first week of April this year a group of 43 pilgrims from St Charles Borromeo, Hull, and surrounding parishes joined together with Canon Michael Loughlin and Fr Stephen Maughan for a memorable journey to Italy, organised by...
by webmaster | Apr 22, 2008 | Schools and Colleges
Congratulations to all at St Joseph’s School, Pickering on their recent school inspection. The inspection into the religious education, collective worship and Catholic life of the school found that it is, “a good Catholic school” in which...
by webmaster | Apr 22, 2008 | English Martyrs, York, Event Calendar, Organisations, Parishes
A ‘Day of Reflection’ led by Caroline Dollard will be held in English Martyrs’ Parish Hall, Dalton Terrace, York on Wednesday 7th May from 11.00 am to 3.15 pm. Registration is from 10.30 am, when tea and coffee will be available. Please bring a...
by webmaster | Apr 22, 2008 | Appeals and Special Events
The bids at 9am on Tuesday April 22nd are as follows; Team One Goalkeeper – David McDonald (£400) Right-back – Mark Page (£250) Centre-back – Michael Hawkins (£210) Centre-back – Lee Hall (£250) Left-back – Glen Armitstead (£300) Left-midfield – First half – Fr...
by webmaster | Apr 22, 2008 | Appeals and Special Events
A bidding war to live the dream as a Boro star is set to reach its climax this Friday as supporters try to clinch their place in a charity football match at the Riverside Stadium. Former Boro stars Mark Proctor – the current boss of Scottish Division One side...
by webmaster | Apr 22, 2008 | Organisations
The Catenians are one of many Catholic organisations formed in England at the beginning of the twentieth century and are still growing and thriving today. Formed in Manchester in 1908, the Catenians are this year celebrating 100 years of friendship through shared...
by webmaster | Apr 22, 2008 | Parishes
A recent charity night at St Patrick’s Club in Thornaby raised £1120 for the Charlotte Wren Foundation. The night’s entertainment was provided by Marty Q and included a head shave by Davy Gales with people donating to cut off some of his famous locks....
by webmaster | Apr 22, 2008 | Miscellaneous
The midweek launch of the 750th Anniversary of the Foundation of the Franciscan Friary in Richmond, North Yorkshire took place in March, with an informal ecumenical service in the ruined chancel of the Friary Church and was attended by over 40 people. The celebration...
by webmaster | Apr 21, 2008 | Event Calendar, Miscellaneous
The annual York Catholic History Day will take place at the Bar Convent on Saturday 7th June 2008. The History days, which are co-sponsored by the Catholic Record Society, The English Catholic History Association and the Postgate Society, offer a varied programme of...
by webmaster | Apr 21, 2008 | Miscellaneous
The James Cook University Hospital Middlesbrough Special Ministers of the Eucharist at the hospital take Holy Communion to Roman Catholic patients in the hospital on a rota basis, one a month on a weekend. The Ministers visit the same three or four wards each month....
