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Gospel of 23 July 2026 John 15:1-8 At that time: Jesus said to his disciples, 'I am the true vine, and my Father is the vine dresser. Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit. Already you are clean because of the word that I have spoken to you. Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit b... Read More

Pope Leo offered words of encouragement in his letter to the Conference of Major Superiors of Men (CMSM) in the United States, celebrating its 70th anniversary during the 2026 National Assembly, taking place in Phoenix, Arizona, with the theme, 'One in Christ: Communal Life Today.' Thanking God for the graces received over the past seven decades, he encouraged them "to continue offering a united, ... Read More

The first major UK exhibition to explore the legacy of Mary Magdalene through historic and contemporary art is to be staged by the National Gallery at three locations across the north of England in 2027. Partnering with the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool, the Millennium Gallery in Sheffield and The Auckland Palace in Bishop Auckland, this exhibition will explore the making of Mary Magdalene, lo... Read More

Bishop Dr Imad Haddad, Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land writes: Today we received very disturbing news about Natalie Abuddayeh, the 21-year-old university student and ELCJHL youth who has now been held in Israeli prison for nearly two months. Though we thank each of you who have advocated for Natalie over the last several weeks, we are both devastated and outr... Read More

St Bernard's Roman Catholic Primary & Nursery School, Ellesmere Port, recently hosted its inaugural science fair, welcoming pupils, families, staff, governors, and members of the local community to celebrate science and sustainability. Taking place in the school hall, the event showcased the theme 'Science for a Sustainable Future'. It was led by Year 6 pupils, with support from Year 6 class t... Read More

St John Bosco Arts College, Croxteth, Liverpool, recently honoured 462 students' achievements both academically and interpersonally at its annual prize-giving day ceremonies. Taking place over the course of two days, the event recognised students across all year groups for their excellence in subject areas, outstanding progress, personal development, and wider contributions to school life. The cel... Read More

lBristol Quakers have apologised for their role in trafficking enslaved African people. More than half a million people were forcibly carried across the Atlantic in Bristol ships. The impact of the economy of trafficking and enslaving African people is still felt in Bristol today, Quakers say, in the trauma and inequality suffered by descendants of enslaved people and in the city's wealth. Bristol... Read More

Care Not Killing has expressed deep disappointment following the decision by the Tynwald in the Isle of Man to formally sign off on their assisted dying bill - meaning two small islands have changed their laws despite serious safety concerns. The group believes the legislation breaches the UK's obligations under the European Convention on Human Rights - including Article 2 (right to life) and Arti... Read More

Gospel of 22 July 2026 John 20:1-2, 11-18 On the first day of the week Mary Magdalene came to the tomb early, while it was still dark, and saw that the stone had been taken away from the tomb. So she ran and went to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom Jesus loved, and said to them, 'They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, and we do not know where they have laid him.' Mary stood weep... Read More

The Vatican Publishing House has released a new book by Pope Leo XIV entitled Disarmed and Disarming: Peace Is a Gift. Edited by Alessandro Banfi, the volume brings together Pope Leo's addresses and reflections on peace since his election on 8 May 2025. The collection, which hits the bookshelves in Italian but will soon be available in English, opens with the following previously unpublished text ... Read More

The Bishop of Plymouth, Rt Rev Nicholas Hudson, Canon John Deeny, Episcopal Delegate for Caritas Diocese of Plymouth, and Simon Giarchi, the Diocese's Head of Caritas, met the King during the visit he and the Queen made to Blandford Forum last Thursday. During the visit, the King and Queen visited stalls showing the work of charities from across Dorset. The King spoke at length with Bishop Nichola... Read More

Caritas Social Action Network (CSAN) has invited the new Prime Minister, the Rt Hon Andy Burnham, and his team to discuss how government, faith groups and charities can work together to build flourishing communities. In a letter to the Prime Minister, Raymond Friel OBE, Chief Executive of CSAN, offers the support and practical experience of the network's 50 member organisations, united by a commit... Read More

On his first morning as the UK's new Prime Minister, yesterday, Andy Burnham visited The Passage to learn more about their work supporting people who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness in London. During the visit, Burnham joined members of The Passage's Engagement and Outreach Team as they met people sleeping rough in the Victoria area. Together, they spoke with individuals currently slee... Read More

New pilgrimage routes across the North of England are inviting people of all backgrounds to step into journeys of reflection, discovery and hope. The routes - including the Kent Estuary Pilgrim Way, Spurn Point Way, Fountains Way, St Paulinus Way and St Bega's Way amongst others - connect churches, historic sites, coastlines, countryside and communities. Together they offer opportunities to explor... Read More