“The story of a little, poor, ill girl here in 1858 shows us that even those who think themselves weak, excluded, written off, even they – and especially they – can find themselves planted in rich soil.”
The first national Eucharistic Congress to involve the whole of the Roman Catholic Church in this country for 110 years will be held in Liverpool in September. With a range of high-powered speakers such as Bishop Robert Barron, a stream of parallel events and a dedicated Youth Congress, it promises to be an exciting and thought-provoking event.
Those unable to travel to Lourdes with Brentwood Catholic Youth Service next week can still feel involved through the 'virtual pilgrimage' on offer. Featuring homilies, video clips and interviews, the BCYS website will give viewers a flavour of the pilgrimage, while Lourdes TV will cover special events.
Bishop Paul Mason from the Diocese of Southwark is to support the men and women of the British Armed Forces and their families wherever they are deployed.
