“The occasion marked an important milestone in the transformation of student pastoral care in the city”
"It was a moving event for all involved and a powerful reminder of the universality of the Church."
"I come to you as a brother, who desires to be the servant of your faith and your joy"
The new Befrienders joined a network of 140 trained ministers who journey with those experiencing the loneliness and pain of loss.
“It is hoped that by the end of this year all 11 new parishes will be formally established.”
“The many cultures from which we have come bring to our society a richness beyond measure.”
The theme of the Day this year is “The Empty Chair”.
'We arrived in Lima on New Years Eve 1981 - without our suitcases"
Carolyn has given 31 years of service to Catholic education, 27 of these at St Joseph’s and 20 as Head.
Fr Con Foley celebrated Mass with with staff, governors, pupils, parents, deanery, trust and diocesan colleagues and Stephen's family.
Staff from our Catholic schools who are retiring or stepping down after faithful service in a variety of roles gathered at Arundel Cathedral
Community organising charity Citizens UK includes more than 50 Catholic member institutions, including schools and parishes.
This year's Leavers' Mass was particularly poignant as the school will no longer be designated as a Catholic school from September.
Schools from around the diocese gathered, with pupils being awarded their Faith in Action pins, and Oscar Romero Awards.
The theme this Jubilee Year was "Pilgrims of Hope", with readings highlighting the importance of proclaiming "the good news to the poor".
Participants have been meeting and praying together, discerning what it means to be a leader in a Catholic school or Trust.
