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15th Sunday in Ordinary Time 1. Becoming open to the healing Word I continue to write from St Luke's Hospital in Headington, where my recuperation and rehabilitation after my knee replacement continues. So I share my thoughts particularly with any of you who are house bound, undergoing some form of recuperation after illness, or face changed circumstances, particularly that of losing independence ... Read More

A delegation from COMECE (the Commission of the Bishops' Conferences of the European Union) and CEC (Conference of European Churches), joined by bishops of the Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference and senior Irish Protestant clergy, met Taoiseach Micheál Martin in Dublin today at the start of Ireland's EU Presidency. In a position paper presented to the Irish Government, the delegation set out the ... Read More

Twelve Provincial Ministers, representing the vast majority of male US Franciscan Religious, have made a direct appeal to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, to help stop the rising violence against Christians and other Palestinians in the Holy Land. In their appeal, dated June 16, 2026, the leaders specifically request that Mr Rubio "use all diplomatic leverage ... Read More

Gospel of 11 July 2026 Matthew 19:27-29 At that time: Peter said to Jesus, 'See, we have left everything and followed you. What, then, will we have?' Jesus said to them, 'Truly, I say to you, in the new world, when the Son of Man will sit on his glorious throne, you who have followed me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. And everyone who has left houses, or broth... Read More

July 11th - Feast of Saint Benedict - Father of Western Monasticism - Patron of Europe A personal prologue Though I moved from being part of a monastic community to serve our Eastern Catholic brothers and sisters as one of their byzantine priests, I have never lost my attachment to the spiritual tradition and basic practices of my formative years as a monk. I am also glad that links can be kept wi... Read More

This weekend, parishes across the country will celebrate Sea Sunday, we hope you will join us! It is a special opportunity to remember and pray for seafarers and fishers, who spend months away from their families, often working in difficult, dangerous and lonely conditions. This year, Sea Sunday comes at a time of growing concern for many of those who work at sea. Recent events in and around the S... Read More

Hosted by Sarasin & Partners and organised by Catholics in Fundraising, the launch of The Catholic Generosity Report brought together more than 50 leaders, philanthropists and professionals from across the Catholic charitable, financial and community sectors to explore the future of Catholic giving in the UK. The landmark study offers a comprehensive analysis of Catholic charitable activity, w... Read More

Luminescence is a state of the art multimedia version of 'son et lumiere' utilising a 360 degree video projection using 24 laser projections that has enlivened iconic churches and cathedrals across Europe, South America and the USA. Recently debuting in the UK at Manchester cathedral it is now lighting up the heart of the Metropolis. Last week, Luminescence premiered at Westminster Cathedral, conv... Read More

The English Benedictine Congregation (EBC) has elected Dom Robert Igo OSB, Abbot of Ampleforth Abbey, as its new President during the 100th General Chapter, which concluded on Thursday, 9 July 2026, at Kylemore Abbey, Co. Galway. Dom Robert, who will also continue to serve as Abbot of Ampleforth Abbey, succeeds Abbot Christopher Jamison OSB of Worth Abbey, who completed nine years of dedicated ser... Read More

Jesuits in Britain will contribute £50,000 to emergency relief efforts in Venezuela, following the devastating earthquakes that struck the country on 24 June. The commitment, made through Jesuit Missions' Earthquake Appeal, increases the initial £10,000 pledged in the immediate aftermath of the disaster. Funds will support shelter, food, clean water, healthcare, and psychosocial support for eart... Read More

Tributes have been pouring in to former Conservative minister the Rt Hon Ann Widdecombe , whose death was announced this morning. She was 78. Ann Widdecombe served as MP for Maidstone in Kent for 23 years. She was Home Office and Employment minister in Sir John Major's government between 1994 to 1997. In 1993 she converted from the Church of England to Catholicism, partly over the issue of women p... Read More

Gospel of 10 July 2026 Matthew 10:16-23 At that time: Jesus instructed his Apostles: 'Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves. Beware of men, for they will deliver you over to councils and flog you in their synagogues, and you will be dragged before governors and kings for my sake, to bear witness before them and the Gentiles. When... Read More

Leaders of the Catholic Church and Church of Ireland have condemned the placement of a replica mosque on a Loyalist bonfire pyre in Moygashel, Co Tyrone today. Anti-Islam and anti-migrant signs were also placed on top of the fire, which has prompted widespread condemnation for inciting hatred. Archbishop Eamon Martin, Catholic Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland and Archbishop John McD... Read More

Campaign group Care Not Killing has expressed deep disappointment following the decision to grant Royal Assent to Jersey's Assisted Dying (Jersey) Law 2026, making Jersey the first part of the British Isles to legalise assisted dying. The group believes the legislation breaches the UK's obligations under the European Convention on Human Rights - including Article 2 (right to life), Article 9 (free... Read More