“The Catholic community is keen to support the Government in its mission to tackle child poverty."
Blessed Carlo and Blessed Pier Giorgio will be canonised on 7 September.
"Through our baptism, we are brought to live our lives in the love that exists in the Trinity."
Pope Leo prays that "all in society will be encouraged to defend a civilisation founded on authentic love and genuine compassion."
People of all ages marked the Holy Year, journeying together in faith and prayer to “England’s Nazareth.”
"This year’s Day for Life is an invitation to pray for those who suffer and to remain with them, bearing witness to their unique value."
35 sisters from around the world gathered to discern their future directions and who God wanted to lead them.
"We are called to be fearless in announcing the Good News."
The life and mission of the Diocese, its parishes, schools and offices, will continue steadily and faithfully.
A Parliamentary Reception to celebrate Catholic Education in England & Wales took place in the Palace of Westminster on 10 February.
Schools across the Diocese contributed to a memories book of photos and messages, presented to +Richard by the diocesan Education Service.
Read the latest edition of the newsletter for RE Leads, Heads of RE, Chaplains and Prayer & Liturgy leaders from the Education Service.
The grant will help to foster a love of reading in the children, and support literacy development.
The schools' outcomes for disadvantaged children in last year's KS2 or KS4 results were "among the very best nationally".
The schools bring the total of primary schools in the Trust to fourteen, joining the three secondary schools also in Bosco CET.
In his homily, Archbishop-elect Richard spoke of how our schools are like John the Baptist, pointing others to Christ.
