Dilexit Nos
Pope Francis has issued a new encyclical “Dilexit Nos” (He Loved Us) about the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This is the fourth encyclical of his pontificate, after “Lumen Fidei,” (co-written with Pope…
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Scam Alert
The Safeguarding Team are often contacted regarding scam emails that have been received to parish email addresses. The emails usually request money/donations or help to purchase ‘gift cards’ and often…
Synod Progress Reports and questions to Pope Leo, from Eastern Patriarchs, Latin American, European, African, Oceanian and Asian Churches.
Jubilee of Synod, 25 October 2025 Oceania is a vast “sea of islands” where the Church prays at the dawn and close of each day. Amid ecological fragility and cultural…
Synod -Overarching Themes Across the Six Reports
Jubilee of Synodal Teams Rome October 25th 2025 1. Synodality as Spiritual and Structural Conversion All regions emphasise that synodality is not merely a new technique or organisational reform, but…
Lent: a spiritual springtime
The word Lent finds its roots in the Old English word lencten, meaning “spring.” It describes that quiet, persistent season when the days begin to lengthen and the earth slowly…
Diocesan Jubilee Mass Celebrating Volunteers and Service
On 15th November 2025 at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Herringthorpe in the Diocese of Hallam, the Jubilee mass was celebrated by Bishop Ralph Heskett and Monsignor Desmond Sexton.This…
Render Unto Caesar
The Department for Social Justice of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales has published a document on taxation called ‘Render Unto Caesar’. It offers perspectives on taxation from…
Autism-friendly resources published for teachers and catechists
The Archdiocese of Birmingham is promoting new autism-friendly resources which have been authored by one of its deacons. The two new resources draw on current best practice in inclusive and…
Connecting Catholic Women Across Hallam
Introducing the National Board of Catholic Women for all women in Hallam Diocese. Hi I’m Judith Green….that’s me in the photo at my first NBCW event! I’m based at Mother…
“Implement the Synod, a task for which all the Baptised share responsibility”*
Jubilee of Synodal Teams Rome October 25th 2025 Part OneWhen the date for the Pilgrimage of the Jubilee of Synodal Teams and Participatory Bodies was added to the Jubilee Schedules…
Welcome Directory – Making Connections Between Those About To Leave Prison and Parishes
Two months after his election, Pope John XXIII paid a visit to Rome’s Regina Coeli prison in 1958. “I know it’s tough”, he said to the prisoners. “One of my…
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50 Faces of the Holy Land
Come face to face with the Holy Land at 50 Faces of the Holy Land, an exhibition featuring 50 faces and 50 lives, offering an invitation to encounter the people…
Women Together in Hallam – Next Gathering
Women Together in Hallam are delighted to announce their next gathering on Saturday 10 October 2026.This gathering is an opportunity for women from across our parishes to come together, share…
Novena to Our Lady of Doncaster Week 6 commencing 26th of September 2026
Day of Prayer at the Shrine of Our Lady of Doncaster, Saturday 24th October 2026 Novena to Our Lady of Doncaster A novena has been specially written for the occasion…
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…
Our Lady Of Doncaster Day of Prayer
Day of Prayer at the Shrine of Our Lady of Doncaster, Saturday 24th October 2026 There is wonderful day planned for a very special Diocesan Day of Prayer at the…
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…
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,…
