A plenary indulgence is a grace granted by the Church which cleanses our soul and helps us to grow closer to God.
Team Domenica supports young people with learning disabilities to acquire the skills, confidence and independence they need.
Pope Francis’ Message for the World Day of the Sick, 11 February
"The worship of God is the highest of all our human activities. There is nothing more important, nothing more natural for us."
Across our Diocese, parishioners will generously support the appeal to send pilgrims who need assistance, and their carers, to Lourdes
"[He] has found such friendship, through his love of Christ."
Bishop Richard issued his third Pastoral Plan for the Diocese just over a year ago.
"We can allow the fracture lines in our society to break open. Or we can work to heal these growing divides."
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.
