Progress of the work towards the Synod on Synodality
By Fionnuala Frances “Enlarge the space of your tent, extend the curtains of your home, do not hold back! Lengthen your ropes, make your tent pegs firm“ (Isaiah 54:2) The…
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Believing, not Belonging
Believing, not Belonging – A research into why Catholics no longer come to church: understanding ecclesial drift, estrangement and disaffiliation. The Believing, not Belonging research carried out during the summer of 2023, created…
Climate Prayer Vigil Lent 2024
A ‘No Faith in Fossil Fuels’ Prayer Vigil took place outside Parliament, day and night, from February 14th– 24th, the first 10 days of Lent. Christian Climate Action was the…
Walking the Padley Pilgrim Ways March
The Padley Chapel ‘standing stone’ Well it’s a stone and it’s standing. Beyond that, there isn’t any certainty about the origins and purpose of this stone.Early photographs of Padley Chapel…
SVP launch their Young Vincentians Lenten campaign with a group of Mini Vinnies from St Anthony’s School in Watford
St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) launched their school’s campaign for Lent 2024 called Make Poverty a Priority, alongside a group of Mini Vinnies from St Anthony’s Catholic…
Reunion for Rome young pilgrims
In March we had our Reunion for the young pilgrims who went to Rome last October. Josh reflects on the pilgrimage. In October of 2023 we as a diocese…
SVP recently launched new election year campaign in partnership with CAFOD on World Social Justice Day
The St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) recently launched their ‘A Year of Encounter’ campaign in partnership with the Catholic international development charity, CAFOD, to encourage people to…
Pact Sends a Big Message of Thanks to Hallam Diocese
Pact, the national Catholic prison charity, held an event on 22nd February at St Marie’s Cathedral. Pact CEO Andy Keen-Downs and three members of staff were present at a Mass…
A plea for volunteers!
The diocesan youth team is thriving, but we need you! The group has been strengthened by new nominations from Sheffield, Doncaster and Rotherham. There are 15 young people of faith…
Community based charities in the North are key to tackling regional inequalities, say the St Vincent de Paul Society
The St Vincent de Paul Society (England & Wales) has published a report that highlights the faith-based charity’s vital role in delivering locally-based support to ‘left behind’ communities.The research – From…
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Looking Ahead
A Vincentian Vision for the Future Conference – Working with Prisons
Join us on 10 October 2026 at St Michael’s, Wombwell, Barnsley, for a day focused on supporting prisoners, ex-offenders and their families. The conference will celebrate the growth of prison…
Advent Retreat at the Bernardines of Esquermes
As Advent approaches, the Bernardines of Esquermes invite you to take time away from the busyness of everyday life and prepare for Christmas through prayer, silence and reflection. The Bernardines…
The Catholic Medical Association (UK) is seeking to raise awareness of its work among parish communities and chaplaincies across the country.
To support this initiative, the Association has produced a promotional poster for display on parish and chaplaincy noticeboards. We would be grateful if you could help share this information by…
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…
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…
Missio Mass- St Joseph’s, Wath
You are invited to join Bishop Ralph for the diocesan Missio Mass at St Joseph’s, Wath, 2:30 pm, 20 September 2025
Week of Guided Prayer
Sunday 1st to Friday 6th December Perfect for busy people Deepen your relationship with God Explore new ways of praying Find help with making decisions. Opening meeting Online: Sunday 1st…
