In the coming weeks, hundreds of vessels will stop in UK ports and Stella Maris chaplains around the UK will go on board to share Christmas joy with seafarers and provide gifts to them.
The Bishops' statement strongly defends the vulnerable in society who are at risk through this proposed legislation, and advocates for better funded palliative care to be consistently available to everyone in need in England, Wales, and Scotland.
The next ‘Enquirers’ Evening’ for those considering or interested in a vocation to the priesthood is on Tuesday 12 November at Brentwood Cathedral. The speaker will be Mgr Gordon Read. Come and share prayer, discussion and food together – and find out more about vocation. For further information please contact Fr Mark Swires: [email protected]
Fr Paul Keane says: "The Lourdes candlelit procession mirrors the deep reality of our lives: that we walk with others, whose support we need, as we journey towards the Lord."
Bishop Mark says: "At a moment in history disturbed by so much turmoil and anxiety, Pope Francis invites us to fix our gaze on the Sacred Heart of Jesus."
Bishop Swarbrick says: "By uniting in prayer and raising awareness of the war in Sudan within our communities and to our political authorities, we can all do our bit to help, to restore hope to those currently enduring unimaginable hardships.”
Pact supports people of all faiths and none, working in more than 60 prisons, in courts, and in communities across England and Wales. And with our prisons in crisis, the probation service struggling, and many prisoners being released early, Pact workers are busier than ever. Please support them this Sunday.
Cardinal Nichols raises three key considerations on the debate around assisted suicide and asks Catholics to play their part in it, writing to their MP and having discussions with family, friends and colleagues.
Workplaces can provide a sense of purpose, belonging and connection - but, in practice, can also be sources of stress, depression and anxiety, says Bishop Paul.
