Fr Adrian Graffy, parish priest of Gidea Park and member of the Pontifical Biblical Commission, has just published Reading the Bible through Advent and Christmas. This new book includes commentary on all the Scripture readings for Mass throughout these two seasons. Full information about the book can be found on the homepage of the website: www.whatgoodnews.org
Students from St Benedict’s in Colchester recently enjoyed a five-day pilgrimage to Rome, combining daily Mass and prayer with visits to historic Christian sites and famous landmarks, creating memories that students described as “life changing”.
Representatives from the major world religions gathered in Westminster Cathedral Hall recently to sign a pledge to work together for peace, underpinned by a shared recognition of the dignity of every human person.
Bishop-elect Timothy Menezes, who will be installed as Bishop of Brentwood on 3 December, says: "I look forward to learning a lot from the people of the Diocese of Brentwood."
Parish priest Fr Adrian Lowe said "the celebrations honoured those whose generosity has sustained St Edmund’s over the past century and mark the beginning of planning and preparation for the next 100 years, to ensure that the parish continues to flourish and grow in faith under the lordship of Jesus Christ".
Brentwood Vocations is continuing the monthly ‘Enquirers’ Evening’ for those considering or interested in a vocation to the priesthood. The next event is on Tuesday 6 October at St Mary Mother of God, Hornchurch. The speaker will be Fr Francis Abara who recently celebrated 25 years of priesthood. If you are interested in attending please
The theme of Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad's visit will be 'Together in prayer and dialogue for peace', and will take place in London and Birmingham, with meetings and special events organised for representatives from different religions.
During the Season of Creation, Bishop John Arnold highlights the impact of warfare on our common home and reminds us that we all have a part to play in ending the cycle of violence.
