Bishop Ralph
Bishop Ralph’s Reflections
Dinnington Community Garden
St Joseph’s, Dinnington recently opened their Community Garden. The idea for a garden followed the Centenary of the Parish being established. The creation of a new church car park had left the garden area neglected so a number of grants were obtained from various local communities and the work began. The Community Garden has … [Read More...]
History of the SVP in England and Wales: part 4
As the 19th century progressed the St Vincent de Paul Society grew and developed its capacity to offer support to those in need in an increasingly broad range of ways. This next ‘chapter’ sets out examples of how the SVP worked to promote the spiritual, social and moral standards of those in need. Providing safe homes for young people working away … [Read More...]
Priest and People in Clustered Parishes
As more and more parishes of the diocese are experiencing the loss of a resident priest and the necessity for greater involvement of lay people in the administration of parishes, now is an opportune time to reflect on the teaching of the Catholic Church on both ordained priesthood and the “priesthood of all the baptised”. The theology underpinning … [Read More...]
History of the SVP in England and Wales – Chapter 3
Founded in this country in 1844, the SVP was very quickly into its stride in trying to provide practical assistance to those in need. We saw in the last ‘chapter’ how the SVP helped combat the massive health and hygiene problems faced by the poor. This next instalment looks at how the SVP promoted the Catholic faith through supporting church … [Read More...]
SVP History Part 2
St Vincent de Paul Society History of the Society in England and Wales, Part 2 The abject poverty experienced by those in the mid-19th century unfortunate enough to be trapped within its clutches is almost too much for us to comprehend today. It had a dramatic impact in a vast range of ways: unemployment, hunger, social deprivation, lack of … [Read More...]
Carmel Care Kitchen Bon Appetit!
On 30 October Bishop Ralph made his annual visitation to Carmel. This was an extra special occasion as he was invited to bless and dedicate the long awaited refurbished kitchen. Carmel is indebted to the many individuals and groups who have given their money, time and skills so generously over the last three years to bring this about. … [Read More...]
St Wilfrid’s Goes from Strength to Strength
Over the last 28 years, St Wilfrid’s Day Centre has helped thousands of people, providing a safe space for vulnerable adults in Sheffield to come and participate in a range of social activities, building confidence and learning new skills. For many of those visiting the Centre, homelessness was either an imminent threat or a daily reality and, … [Read More...]
Forty Plus Years Lourdes Pilgrimages
Parishioners of St Ann, Deepcar and St Mary’s, Penistone have been travelling to Lourdes on an annual pilgrimage for over forty years. They hope to continue doing so for many more years to come! … [Read More...]
Mental Health Matters
Susan Smith, Head Teacher at St Pius X Catholic High School, Wath, says that Well-Being and Mental Health is at the top of all our agendas in the school. Sixteen members of staff completed the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) 2 day training course which was delivered by Juliett Barrott, an accredited MHFA England trainer and counsellor with Hallam … [Read More...]
River Don Walk for Mary’s Meals
On Saturday, 28 July a determined group of adults from across the Hallam Diocese completed a ten-mile sponsored walking pilgrimage alongside parts of the River Don and nearby canals in aid of the charity Mary’s Meals. The mixed group, including parishioners from Edlington and Balby, St Thomas of Canterbury and Our Lady Queen of Peace (plus Misty … [Read More...]