The Eucharistic Blessing is a source of grace and healing for the sick and all who participate.
The International Mass sees the gathering of thousands of pilgrims from around the world for Mass in the Underground Basilica.
On Saturday, our pilgrims pass through the Grotto together and gather for Mass as a whole pilgrimage for the first time.
Our pilgrimage includes people of all ages from across the Diocese, including pilgrims needing support, clinicians, Helpers and Redshirts.
The World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly is celebrated on 24 July, the Feast of St Joachim and St Anne.
"Parish life is a big team effort—the more hands, the better!"
Bishops' Conference: “Life is a gift to be protected, especially when threatened by sickness and death."
Diocesan deacons, clergy wives and widows, gathered at The Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation to celebrate the diaconal ministry.
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.
A Mass followed messages and videos of thanks from pupils for Fr Chris' service to their school.
