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Dear all, On Tuesday we celebrated the Chrism Mass at the cathedral with Bishop Peter, most of the clergy of the diocese as well as representatives from many parishes throughout the diocese. A small, but perfectly formed, group took the opportunity to go from our three churches and represent us there. It was a joyful and dignified Mass with superb music which was truly … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 05.04.26

Dear all, This Tuesday, as is customary, we meet with our bishop at the cathedral for the Chrism Mass - the Mass where, not only does the bishop bless and conscrate the oils for the whole diocese to be used over the year ahead, but the priests of the diocese also renew their vows to the bishop. Then, on Thursday we gather for the Mass of the Last Supper where the Lord … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 29.03.26

Dear all, A Lent catchup: We enter into the final stages of our Lenten season now (for me it has gone so fast - I guess I have just had so much happening since I moved to North Walsham at the beginning of Lent). As we move into the last ten days before we celebrate the Triduum - the most sacred nights of our Catholic year - it's good to take stock and to honestly review our … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 22.03.26

Dear all, The Masses for this week are a little bit scattered, so please check the newsletter before leaving your homes: On Tuesday, 17th March -  I have a meeting that I arranged before moving to North Walsham which I need to attend (this should be the last ‘clash’ that has been affected by my moving). Please remember, though, that there will be the Station Mass at … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 15.03.26

Dear all, As we approach our third week of Lent, it is a good time to take stock of how we are doing so far on our Lenten promises. The readings through the week help us to look at ourselves and do ‘mini-examens of our conscience’ - how is my prayer life?, am I a good witness to my colleagues and neighbours? Do I help those less fortunate than I am? (do I even acknowledge … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 08.03.26