The School for Synodality has been launched. It is a project that exists to help support the synodal conversion of the Church in England and Wales in our day to day practice. Through conversations, the development of resources, our webinars and … Read More
The 40th Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes took place from 30th June – 6th July 2023, with over 325 people travelling from the Diocese, including a group of 160 Hallam Youth drawn from nearly all our High Schools. The theme chosen … Read More
Pilgrims from as far away as Loughborough and Oughtibridge gathered at Grindleford Station process to Padley Chapel on 9 July for the annual Hallam and Nottingham Inter-diocesan pilgrimage in honour of our local martyrs Blessed Robert Ludlam and Nicholas Garlick. … Read More
This time last year, we in Hallam had begun the process of gathering for synodal meetings, to reflect together on the questions asked by Pope Francis in October 2021 We met in person, we responded to surveys, we filled in … Read More
The Permanent Deacons of the Diocese gathered at the Pastoral Centre with Bishop Ralph and Fr Michael Umameh, the newly appointed Director of Deacons. Our Deacons shared in fraternity the joy of their ministry as differently expressed in the parishes … Read More
Following Fr John and Oscar’s Big Lent walk for CAFOD, he’s leading a parish action to remain in solidarity with our brothers and sisters around the world, to help them adapt for sustainable livelihoods and care for our precious God-given … Read More
School for Mum and Dad Imagine arriving alone in a remote village in China.. .. . no interpreter. Chinese writing everywhere. How do you feel? Imagine!” Learning English is THE major challenge for all newly arrived refugees. Easier for children … Read More
The working document was released on 20 June 2023 in Rome. It can be accessed in a variety of formats on the Vatican’s Synod office here and in pdf version below As Cardinal Mario Grech, Secretary General of the General … Read More
10th October 1940 – 18th June 2023 Fr Patrick O’Connor Honorary Chaplain of the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes Pilgrimage Director 2008-2016 Retired Parish Priest of Balby & Edlington Former parish priest of St Theresa’s, Sheffield We are sad to announce … Read More
Let Justice and Peace Flow The Season of Creation starts runs each year from 1 September-4 October, the Feast of St Francis of Assisi. Is your parish doing anything to mark this time? It may be an opportunity to see … Read More
