Bishop McAleenan said the government needs urgently to tackle the known structural inequalities that have left some communities paying such a high price.
‘It is right that the Catholic community fulfils its role in contributing to the preservation of life and the common good of society. This must continue until the restrictions applied by the Government are lifted.’
This Sunday sees a special streamed Mass at Walsingham House at Abbotswick for young people who would, in normal circumstances, have been meeting Bishop Alan at Brentwood Cathedral ahead of Confirmation in their parishes. It also is an occasion to pray for vocations.
Many thanks to the Safeguarding team at Clifton Diocese for sharing this newsletter full of advice and guidance whilst we adhere to the current lockdown situation
Speaking ahead of a series of special Thursday evening Masses for the sick, their families, NHS staff, and those working in Social Care, Cardinal Vincent Nichols expressed his “deep appreciation” for all those caring for others during the coronavirus pandemic.
Listen to a news item from the BBC about how chaplains at NHS Nightingale are supporting families and patients. Fr James Mackay of Custom House is part of that chaplaincy team.
