Cardinal Nichols expresses prayer and sorrow after ‘appalling strike’ on Gaza’s Holy Family Church

Following the shelling by an Israeli tank of the Church of the Holy Family in Gaza with reports of two deaths, serious injuries, and extensive damage to church buildings, Cardinal Vincent Nichols expressed prayer and sorrow.

Pope renews call for ceasefire in Gaza following attack on Catholic parish

Pope Leo XIV has renewed his calls for “an immediate ceasefire” in Gaza following a military attack on the Holy Family Catholic Parish. In a telegram signed by Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican Secretary of State on his behalf, the Holy Father expresses deep sorrow for the loss of life and for the injuries caused by the attack. He also conveys his spiritual closeness to the parish priest, Fr Gabriel Romanelli – who was injured during the attack – as well as to the entire parish community.

Latin Patriarchate’s statement on the strike on Gaza’s Holy Family Church

“The Latin Patriarchate strongly condemns this tragedy and this targeting of innocent civilians and of a sacred place. However, this tragedy is not greater or more terrible than the many others that have befallen Gaza. Many other innocent civilians have also been harmed, displaced and killed. Death, suffering and destruction are everywhere.”

Re-establish a culture of life, says Archbishop in response to rising abortion statistics

Archbishop John Sherrington, Lead Bishop for Life Issues for the Bishops’ Conference, has commented on statistics released by the Office for National Statistics on 9 July that show, in 2022, 29.69% of all conceptions in England and Wales ended in abortion – up from 26.54% a year earlier.

In 2012, this number was 20.84% – just over one in five – whereas in 2022 it was nearly one in three.

Catholic Schools Celebrate Making the Jubilee Pledge

Across England and Wales, Catholic schools have been celebrating making the Jubilee Pledge, a whole school, long term commitment to living out Catholic Social Teaching as Pilgrims of Hope. As agents of change, pupils and staff have pledged to walk in solidarity with our global family, working together for justice, love and peace, both locally and globally.

Statement of the Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem during the Solidarity Visit to Taybeh

The Council of Patriarchs and Heads of Churches of Jerusalem, were in Taybeh in solidarity with the local community following an intensifying trend of systemic and targeted attacks against them and their presence. They ask for the prayers, attention, and action of the world, particularly that of Christians globally.

King Abdullah II’s Statement on Solidarity Visit to Taybeh

His Majesty King Abdullah II’s statement during the solidarity visit of Jerusalem Patriarchs and Heads of Churches to the ‘targeted’ City of Taybeh in the West Bank, delivered by His Beatitude Patriarch Theophilos III, Head of Jerusalem Council of Patriarchs and Heads of Churches.

WeBelieve – A Festival of Catholic Life

25 – 28 July 2025

WeBelieve is a feast of Catholic faith, ‘ever ancient, ever new’. The festival programme is drawn from the rich traditions of the Church and the legacy of a pivotal network of evangelists. Venue and stream schedules are coming soon!

The National Jubilee Pilgrimage of Hope

Saturday 13 September

The Pilgrimage of Hope is a national walking pilgrimage with four main Ways converging at the Cathedral of St Barnabas, Nottingham, on Saturday 13th September 2025, for shared prayer and celebration. The Pilgrimage will culminate with Solemn Mass for the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross at 11.15 am on 14th September 2025 at St Barnabas’ Cathedral. The Pilgrimage will embody the values of the Sisters of the Holy Cross of compassion, faith, prayer and community.

Jubilee of Social Justice

20 September 2025

Join Caritas Social Action Network (CSAN) as they host the Jubilee of Social Justice in Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral for all those involved in Catholic social action within England and Wales.

Our Lady of Fatima – Relics Visit England and Wales

May 2025 - October 2026

The World Apostolate of Fatima (WAF) Team are organising the visitation of the two National Pilgrim Statues and the Relics of Saints Jacinta and Francisco to all Cathedrals and Catholic shrines in England and Wales between May 2025 and October 2026.

Value, Neurodiversity and Education With Edith Stein

27 - 28 October 2025

This pilgrimage includes accommodation, a unique, international and interactive conference at the Pontifical Teresianum University and also a day of practical workshops. Join us to explore how we might celebrate the value of the human experience of disability, within the World of Education. Enjoy the many events planned by the Dicastery for Culture and Education, as well as the catechesis of Pope Leo, on the language of mind, heart, and body in Education.

Diocese of Arundel and Brighton – Head of Finance

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you’ll oversee the support of cloud-based reporting for 80 parish sites and the delivery of timely, accurate management accounts for central operations based at our Crawley site. You will have a key role in providing high-quality financial reporting to our Trustees and Diocesan Finance Committee (DFC). You’ll also lead the team in producing statutory audited accounts, acting as the principal contact for external auditors.

Senior Migration Officer

CSAN is the official agency of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference, tackling the root causes of poverty and injustice affecting people in England and Wales. CSAN are hiring a migrations officer, applications close on Monday, 18 August.