"By praying, we keep alive the spark of hope lit by God within us, so that it can become a great fire."
Prisoners’ Sunday is an opportunity to consider how we are serving our brothers and sisters affected by imprisonment.
We might reflect this Prisoners’ Sunday, on the need to enable prisoners and all those affected by crime, to refind lost hope.
“We must not be indifferent to the suffering of others; we must work for the common good and to rebuild solidarity between people."
"As Church, we are called to speak a word of hope, to have the courage to offer a narrative that opens horizons and builds."
"Faith cannot be separated from love for the poor."
The gathered musicians looked at new music, considering the liturgical context and ways of introducing new pieces in our communities.
The award is open to Catholic parishes & schools who can demonstrate that they live simply, sustainably, and in solidarity with the poor.
St Joseph's is the first school in the Diocese to be awarded the Developer Level Award.
Bishop Richard celebrated the Induction Mass with parish clergy, and spoke of the call to service of God and neighbour.
The school has won the prestigious Gold Award for Coaching, Mentoring and Professional Learning in Education.
"We are incredibly grateful to work with such an exceptional lead provider, enabling us to deliver a first-class service."
Five members of Education Service staff took part in the ATCRE conference in Birmingham.
The school recently presented a cheque for £4066, raised by a Sleep Out and Live Crib
The parish and school family gathered for the induction Mass with Bishop Richard.
The school and parish community gathered with Bishop Richard on the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord.
