RALPH BISHOP OF HALLAM Pastoral Letter To be read at all Masses on the weekend of 2/3 March 2024 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ Today, I wish to speak with you about something that is important and affects us … Read More
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 had the privilege of leading a youth pilgrimage to the … Read More
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 for People in Prison, celebrated by Bishop Ralph. Andy Keen-Downs … Read More
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 aged 15 to 17 who have accepted nominations and join … Read More
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 the Frontline – Tackling Regional Inequalities from the Ground Up – … Read More
As a staff body we are incredibly proud to share that McAuley Catholic High School has been graded as ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted after our December 2023 full inspection.McAuley has been on a considerable journey over recent years. … Read More
It was a dark and stormy night on the 9th December… Certainly not what we were anticipating, but in hindsight, the perfect backdrop to our Beacon of Hope event at St Marie’s.The street team bravely set out into the City … Read More
The Year of Prayer 2024 and The Jubilee Year 2025 Introducing the Jubilee Year Pope Francis has declared that 2025 will be a Jubilee Year. A Jubilee year is a holy year. As we read in Leviticus (25:12) ‘For it … Read More
The Catholic Union is urging Catholics across the country to have their say on what matters most to them ahead of the next General Election. With an election expected later this year, the Catholic Union has launched a new survey … Read More
