Statement on behalf of the Diocese of Northampton
The Diocese of Northampton can confirm that Bishop David Oakley has been charged after an investigation into non-recent safeguarding allegations. Read more.
Bishop Jim Curry, Lead Bishop for the Holy Land, Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales, and Bishop Stephen Wright, Chair of Trustees, CAFOD, have voiced their support for the Just Peace Coalition’s Time to Act campaign which launches on Monday 22 June 2026.
The campaign promotes a shared commitment for justice, peace and human dignity, calling for “a just peace for all who call the Holy Land home.” It encourages people to collectively raise their voices, for example by writing to their local Member of Parliament, to speak out against injustice and advocate for change. Read more.
The Diocese of Salford is reopening the doors to its cathedral following a three-year closure to restore the mother church to its former glory.
The Roman Catholic Cathedral Church of St John the Evangelist, located in the heart of Salford, is set to reveal the fruits of its multimillion pound transformation, making this historic place of worship a thriving hub of faith and community in modern times. Read more.
As we enter the summer months, it seems appropriate to focus this episode of At the Foot of the Cross on rest and recuperation.
Once again, we’re joined by Abbot Hugh Allan O.Praem, our Director of Mission, who joins us to discuss the theology of rest and how his Norbertine community recharge their batteries to stay close to the Lord. As he says, it’s more Peckham than Benidorm. More information.
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