Diocesan News
National Day of Prayer for Survivors of Abuse, 20 May 2025
May 15, 2025
The theme of the Day this year is “The Empty Chair”.
Canon Kieron O’Brien highlights the progress of the Pastoral Plan across our Diocese
May 15, 2025
“It is hoped that by the end of this year all 11 new parishes will be formally established.”
The Diocese celebrates its first Mass for Migrants in conjunction with Citizens UK
May 15, 2025
“The many cultures from which we have come bring to our society a richness beyond measure.”
Fr Hugh Dutton reflects on the life of a missionary priest in Peru
May 14, 2025
'We arrived in Lima on New Years Eve 1981 - without our suitcases"
Catholic Union urges people to act against "Assisted Suicide" Bill before Friday
May 13, 2025
The Bill’s remaining stages - the report and third reading - will be debated by Parliament on 16 May.
Cardinal Nichols: Pope Leo XIV has the right “combination of talents” to lead the Church
May 13, 2025
Cardinal Nichols described Pope Leo XVI as a “citizen of the world” and explained why his experience are what the Church needs.
Sr Marika reflects on the importance of British Sign Language in liturgy
May 12, 2025
Sr Marika Rebicsek OCV of Caritas Deaf Service community reflects on the importance of learning British Sign Language.
Read Bishop Richard’s Mass for Migrants Homily
May 12, 2025
“Look at the person next to you - marvel at the giftedness you see around you.”