Bishop Ralph
Bishop Ralph’s Reflections
Monsignor Peter Moran’s Diamond Jubilee
Mgr Moran celebrated the Diamond Jubilee of his Ordination to the Sacred Priesthood at a celebration of Holy Mass with family members, parishioners and friends at Saint Thomas of Canterbury, Kirk Sandall, on 16 July, the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Left to right: Mr Ray Poole, Rev Mr Peter Marshall, Bishop Ralph, Mgr Peter Moran, Mgr Desmond … [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...]
Marriage ~ Love is Not Rude
Jane and Charles Perryman continue their series about Marriage When Pope Francis discusses the next aspect of love that St Paul highlights, “Love is not rude or arrogant” (1 Cor 13:5), he writes about the importance of gentleness, thoughtfulness and courtesy. Quoting the Mexican Nobel Prize winning poet, Octavio Paz he says that courtesy “is a … [Read More...]
Life Stand at the Yorkshire Show
The Yorkshire Show has for many years included a Life stand. Our photograph shows Shirley Davis (left) and Vera Donaugh, who have over the years faithfully staffed the Life stand. Life is a pro-life educational and caring charity. It was founded in 1970 by Professor Jack Scarsbrick and his wife, Nuala, in response to the Abortion Act of 1967. … [Read More...]
Lifting the Lid
‘Lifting the Lid’ is produced by a charity that connects people with their communities and Christian mental health specialists. It is presented as a six week course designed to be a useful introduction to issues of faith and mental health. We were asked to pilot and review the resources by Hallam Caring Services to see where it might lead our … [Read More...]
St Joseph’s Parish Celebration
During the Summer, St Joseph’s Parish, Wath-upon-Dearne had a wonderful Parish Celebration Day. The weather was hot and sunny and entertainment was provided by singers and dancers from St Pius, Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School and St Joseph’s Choir and “Rob and Friends ” music group. Our Lady’s VEX team spoke … [Read More...]
Catenians Support Yorkshire Air Ambulance
At the July Barnsley Catenian Circle meeting a cheque in the sum of £2001 was presented to Charlie Pearson representing Yorkshire Air Ambulance by Past Barnsley Circle President, Andrew Hartley. Uniquely Andrew had also been Circle President of Doncaster Circle in the same year and Yorkshire Air Ambulance was the joint Charity of both … [Read More...]
St Mary’s, Worksop SVP Tea Party
St Mary’s SVP Conference is in its 40th year and will be celebrating its anniversary later in the year. This vibrant, enthusiastic and enduring group of volunteers have maintained a service to their community supported by their faith and a commitment to the SVP mission to – “seek out and find those in need, to help them in a spirit of justice and … [Read More...]