Pope Francis has invited the whole Catholic Church to question itself on what’s called “synodality”. It’s an important theme in the life and mission of the Church – especially over the next two years. But what exactly is synodality and what does it mean for Catholics in England and Wales? Father Chris Thomas, General Secretary
Cardinal Vincent Nichols has issued a pastoral letter which will be read in churches across the diocese this weekend. It focuses on Pope Francis’ call for us to become a “synodal Church” which will undergo a process that will begin in local churches (i.e., parishes and dioceses) and concluding with a synod of bishops from
Sunday – it is our Day The following is a statement from the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales: On 19 July, the current legislative powers which assist the mitigations against the Covid-19 virus transmission will be rescinded by HM Government. Nevertheless, there will be an encouragement to personal and corporate responsibility in this
25 July 2021 is the inaugural World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly in the Catholic Church. Cardinal Vincent Nichols, President of the Bishops’ Conference, is echoing the Pope’s words to young people encouraging them to talk to their grandparents if they want to be a sign of hope for the world. Promoting the important
There are moves afoot to make assisted suicide available in Jersey. At the same time, a Private Member’s Bill introduced by Baroness Meacher is making its way through the House of Lords, with spirited support from some of the national press and media. Bishop John Sherrington, the lead Bishop for Life Issues, has issued a
This year, the Day for Life is being held on 19-20 June. Bishop John Sherrington, auxiliary Bishop of Westminster, writes: I am writing to inform about the Day for Life which is to be held during the weekend of 19/20 June 2021. This day, inaugurated by St John Paul II, presents an opportunity to pray
The Pastoral Letter on the environment is prepared by the Bishops of England and Wales. You can download the letter (PDF), listen to Cardinal Vincent Nichols reading it, or read the full text below. Pastoral Letter for Pentecost 2021 By: Cardinal Vincent Nichols Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, I am very pleased to share
Cardinal Vincent Nichols has recorded a special message for the global prayer initiative Thy Kingdom Come. In the message, Cardinal Vincent Nichols has upheld two key pillars of the Christian faith – praying to the Holy Spirit for people to come to know Jesus Christ and the role of the Holy Spirit as ‘God’s power’
A COVID-19 vaccine confidence webinar has been organised for the of Dioceses of Brentwood, Southwark and Westminster, with the co-operation of Hertfordshire County Council and Hammersmith & Fulham Council, and other local authorities. It will take place on Saturday 15 May 2021 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am and will feature a panel of eminent
Renewing faith, hope and love: Pope Francis’ message for Lent 2021
