Unite in ‘compassionate action’ to oppose assisted suicide, says Bishop
Bishop John Sherrington, Lead Bishop for Life Issues for the Bishops’ Conference, is encouraging Catholics to unite in prayer and
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Stella Maris urges UK authorities to enforce prosecutions of abusive fishing employers
Maritime welfare charity Stella Maris has insisted that the Home Office must do more to protect fishers following a BBC
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Aid to the Church in Need steps up support for Christians in the Holy Land
As the war in Gaza shows no sign of stopping, the Church in the Holy Land is increasing help to
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In face of escalating crisis in Gaza and West Bank, CAFOD issues urgent call for “immediate, permanent ceasefire”
A leading UK Catholic charity has called for an “immediate, permanent ceasefire” in Gaza and the West Bank in the
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On the Feast Day of The Assumption there are so many reasons to celebrate Every Child’s Birthday
In the busy world in which we live, the celebration of a birthday can often pass in a fleeting moment.
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In the post-Nagasaki world, we’re still struggling to find global peace
In the largest city on the island of Kyushu in Japan, many thousands have been gathering today to remember the dreadful events that occurred there
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Vatican reveals theme for 2025 World Day of Peace
“Only from a genuine conversion on all levels – personal, local and international – will true peace be able to
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Dean of Westminster Cathedral gets to grips with Cromwell’s hated Mace
It avoided the clutches of Oliver Cromwell in the 17th century and has now found itself in the arms of
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Caritas calls for solidarity and service to triumph over hatred and division
In the aftermath of the scenes of violent disorder across the UK, the Caritas Social Action Network‘s CEO, Raymond Friel,
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Senior faith leaders stand in solidarity against violence
Cardinal Vincent Nichols, President of the Bishops’ Conference. has joined the Chief Rabbi, the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Chief Imam
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Today is the Feast Day of St Edith Stein, the courageous martyr of Auschwitz
Edith Stein was born in Breslau on 12th October 1891, the youngest of 11, as her family were celebrating Yom
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SIGNIS Secretary General calls for synodality and solutions journalism in AI-dominated future
The National Catholic Social Communications Convention 2024, held in Batangas, Philippines, this week brought together social communicators, media professionals, and Church
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Enjoying afternoon tea is a classic pastime, but it can also help transform young lives
As we roll through the heady days of summer, who wouldn’t enjoy the delights of a traditional afternoon tea –
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Merthyr Tydfil primary pupils inscribe church roof tiles for future generations
Pupils at a Catholic primary school in the Archdiocese of Cardiff have been writing messages for future generations on new
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Cardinal backs French Bishops’ response to depiction of Last Supper in Olympics Opening Ceremony
Cardinal Vincent Nichols, President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales, wrote to Monsignor Eric de Moulins-Beaufort, his
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Dance student overcomes mental health challenges to graduate top of the class
A Wrexham dance student is celebrating after overcoming mental health challenges to graduate at the top of her class. Nicole
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Politicians need to start listening, or we could be heading for very troubled times
With the public disorder of this week threatening to escalate into a more nationwide problem this coming weekend, it’s no
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St Mary’s University Alumna Wins Second Triathlon Medal at Paris Olympics
St Mary’s University, Twickenham (SMU) alumna Beth Potter has won a second Bronze medal with Team GB in the Mixed
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Venezuela: Holy See calls for dialogue and ‘democratic coexistence’
Protests have engulfed Venezuelan cities since results were announced in last Sunday’s presidential election. The government says voters handed the
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Pope’s August prayer intention: For political leaders
“Politics is one of the highest forms of charity because it seeks the common good,” says Pope Francis, quoting his
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Statement from Archbishop of Liverpool following the attacks in Southport
30th July 2024 Brothers and Sisters, Southport, I pledge the love, support, and prayer of the Catholic community of Merseyside
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