Pope Leo’s ‘Magnifica humanitas’: AI must serve humanity not concentrate power
Marking the 135th anniversary of Rerum novarum, Pope Leo XIV releases his first encyclical, entitled ‘Magnifica humanitas: On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Time of Artificial Intelligence.’ He appeals for…
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Expanded Neighbourhood Centre Brings New Opportunities for Cantley Community in Doncaster
Residents in Cantley are benefiting from the recent expansion of the Neighbourhood Centre at St Wilfrid’s Court, which now offers enhanced facilities for community activities, support services and social events.The…
Russell Brynes of St Vincent’s Catholic Church, Sheffield, Awarded the Order of St Sylvester
The Order of St. Sylvester is one of the highest honours that the Pope can bestow on a lay person (someone who is not ordained as a deacon, priest, or bishop) in…
Second Diocesan Consultation Meeting Held at St Peter’s, Doncaster
Sixty seven people gathered with Bishop Marcus and facilitators for the Consultation Meeting for the Eastern part of the Diocese on 11 June at St Peter’s, Doncaster. There was an…
National Justice and Peace Network Annual Conference
An invitation to come and join us at The Hayes Conference Centre, Swanwick, Derbyshire from the where the emphasis will be on dialogue as we:‘Just Talk’
Caritas News
This year’s Good Shepherd Services took place at St Marie’s Cathedral on Tuesday 19th May and at St Peter in Chains Doncaster on 20th May.Children, young people and staff joined…
Towards the Ecclesial Assembly of October 2028
Guidelines published for the path of implementation of the Synod on Synodality Vatican, 20 May 2026 Four stages — Recollecting, Interpreting, Orienting, Celebrating — will accompany the local Churches, Episcopal…
An inspiration – Laudato Si
In May, a visit to the Laudato Si’ Centre in Salford was organised by Christine and Richard Watts from St. William of York parish in Sheffield. They were joined by a small…
Conversations on Catholic Teachings
The parish of St William of York in Sheffield introduced a new initiative in April 25 named ‘Conversations on Catholic Teachings’.In 2024, the Holy Church requested each and every catholic…
Call for debt justice with CAFOD, standing in solidarity with millions worldwide.
Last year, our Catholic community supported a global church campaign to tackle the debt crisis, but we need continued support, to change the devastating impacts of debt on low-income countries….
Our Lady and St Thomas Beauchief Abbey and Padley Chapel
The remains of Beauchief Abbey, from the site of the High Altar.A strong dedication to Our Lady links Beauchief Abbey and the shrine of Padley Chapel.The 8th Antiphon ‘O Virgin…
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Looking Ahead
Mass for the Feast of St Benedict at Fountains Abbey
Time:12.00 Noon Date: Tuesday, 14 July 2026Principal Celebrant: Rev Fr Stephen Webb, Parish Priest St Joseph, Batley Carr Entry is via The Visitor’s Centre where there is ample parking; a…
Rediscover the joy of knowing ourselves ‘Beloved by God’ – Online Retreat with the School for Synodality
The School for Synodality is pleased to announce a unique retreat day on 27th June 2026, held online and open to all those who wish to explore knowing ourselves ‘beloved by God’….
World Youth Day Seoul with the Northern Dioceses
1-10 August 2027 The highlights of World Youth Day are the celebrations attended by Pope Leo, such as the Papal welcome of the pilgrims, the Way of the Cross, the…
Upcoming Events and Retreats From the Ecological Conversion Group
In-person day retreat: Joy of Limits“Unless these things are appreciated artistically they are not appreciated at all.” G.K. Chesterton The retreat will be a day full of contemplation, talks, discussion,…
Carmelite Spirituality Events 2026
CONTEMPLATIVE SPIRITUALITY SUMMIT 2026Contemplative Creativity & Human Flourishing10–11 July · Carmelite Priory, Oxford · Also onlineJoin thirteen international speakers — including Cardinal Anders Arborelius OCD, Dr Susan Muto, and Fr…
Women Together in Hallam
First meeting of Women Together in Hallam, at The Hallam Pastoral Centre Sheffield, on the 4th of July 2026 between 10 am and 12pm.
Dupuis Retreat and Conference Centre
St. Paul’s Convent 94 Selly Park Road B29 7LL Quiet Days of Prayer 2026 4th March, 1st April, 6th May, 3rd June 7th October, 4th November, 2nd December 10.30am –…
Oasis of Silence – St Hilda’s Priory in Whitby Retreat Programme 2026
The Gries Path contemplative retreat is given to serve our communion with Christ. This communion is more than spiritual, more than religious, and those of us who followed the 10…
Resources for Liturgy of the Word with Children
Equipes Notre-Dame (Teams of Our Lady) have provided a mini-ordo a listing of Sundays with dates, scripture, themes and additional calendar items. It is developed with Liturgy of the Word…
St Bede’s Pastoral Centre York
Offering a wide range of courses and retreats -available at St Bede’s or online-designed to support greater wholeness and fullness of life. To find more details go to https://www.stbedes.org.uk/whats-on/
