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.
This documentary about the life of Mary Stretch aims to lift and inspire all women but particularly ethnic minority women in Britain to inspire them to go forward, take action and be bold with their lives. The directors are keen to encourage organisations of all kinds to arrange screenings.
The theme for World Youth Sunday challenges young people to reflect on how they can embody Christ’s love, justice, and peace in their daily lives, and how they can be instruments of God’s will in a world that is in dire need of hope and renewal.
