The BBC hopes to give audiences an opportunity to reflect on the year that has gone as well as inspiring and uplifting them with traditional carols, festive music, spiritual contemplation and live music across television and radio.
CSAN canvasses views on how to value the elderly
CSAN wants the views of lay, practising Catholics aged 18+, living in England and Wales.
Communal worship to resume under Covid-secure protocols
Bishop Alan stressed the importance of maintaining good practice in our churches.
Catholic Bishops’ Statement on Safeguarding
The Catholic Bishops of England & Wales have made this statement in response to recommendations in both the IICSA Report and an Independent Review of Safeguarding Structures and Arrangements in the Catholic Church in England & Wales.
Schools invited to come ‘Together’ for first National Youth Funday
Youth ministry teams from across England and Wales will host this exciting live-streamed event, leading young people in prayer and fun activities throughout the day.
Check out what BCYS has in store for National Youth Sunday 2020
A message to parishes from Bishop Alan
Bishop Alan writes: “I want to thank clergy for all they are doing to care pastorally for people and to proclaim the presence and love of Jesus Christ at this time and in the difficult times ahead.”
Bishop asks parishes to collect for the homeless on World Day of the Poor
Please think about donating to Caritas Anchor House or a homelessness charity local to you.
Bishop urges prayer and support for healthcare workers and carers
It is at such times of crisis that we are especially called to be kind, to extend the hand of friendship, and to embrace life as a time for meaningful interactions with our fellow men and women, says Bishop Mason.
Cardinal Vincent Nichols pays tribute to Lord Jonathan Sacks
Cardinal Nichols said: “I have lost a friend; the Jewish community a great leader; humanity an eloquent spokesman.”