
Local Christian leaders have warned that annexation would “bring about the loss of any remaining hope for success of the peace process”.
Local Christian leaders have warned that annexation would “bring about the loss of any remaining hope for success of the peace process”.
Bishop says: “This Windrush Day we should unite in prayer and reflection, with a shared commitment to properly recognise the profound importance and value of the UK’s migrant and ethnic minority communities.”
We give thanks for the ordination of Deacon Tony Grant.
The Cathedral and other churches are re-opening for private prayer: see where you can go here.
Bishop Alan: “Our Lord Jesus Christ will always be with you and will never ever lose you even though sometimes you might think you’ve lost him.”
Parishes are receiving guidane on making preparations for the safe re-opening of churches.
Catholic charities across the country have received emergency grants to support front-line action in tackling poverty through food banks, food vouchers and crisis schemes targeting those most in need.
Members of the Bishops’ Conference of England & Wales with responsibility for International Affairs and Racial Justice have expressed solidarity with those challenging racism in the US after the killing of George Floyd.
Bishop Marcus, Chair of the Catholic Education Service, says: “The fortitude and resolve demonstrated by our Catholic schools’ sector during this emergency has been extraordinary and is something of which we can be rightly proud.”
A transcript and recording of Bishop Alan’s homily for Pentecost Sunday.