Events

Find out more about the events, projects and initiatives supported by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales.

Events, projects and initiatives take place at all levels in the Catholic Church – parish, diocesan, national and international.

Here you’ll find events, projects and initiatives that relate directly to the work of the Bishops’ Conference, its departments, offices and agencies.

For more localised events, see the websites of the Dioceses of England and Wales.

WEBINAR: Taxation and Catholic social teaching – “Render Unto Caesar”

Webinar chaired by Bishop Richard Moth bringing together three of the authors of 'Render unto Caesar': Prof. Anna Rowlands, Ruth Kelly and Prof. Philip Booth. They will present their thoughts on taxation and Catholic social teaching.

Oppose Assisted Suicide

Legislation is passing through parliament seeking to legalise assisted suicide. The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill is now with the House of Lords.

Value, Neurodiversity and Education With Edith Stein

An in-person pilgrimage and conference in Rome reflecting on the writings and life of Edith Stein and exploring her relevance for life and education today.

Day Conference on the Crisis in the Holy Land

Distinguished speakers will discuss the crisis in the Holy Land at a day conference on Friday 21 November at St Mary's University, Twickenham.

Gaudium et Spes at 60: Social Justice and Catholic Education

St Mary’s University, in association with Caritas Social Action Network, is holding a special conference that will be dedicated to exploring the ongoing relevance of 'Gaudium et Spes'.

Year of Jubilee 2025 

The Holy Father has decided that 2025 will be a year of Jubilee, something which happens every 25 years. The theme is “Pilgrims of Hope”.

Opposing the two-child cap policy

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales continues to be seriously concerned about the implications of the current two-child policy on Universal Credit payments for vulnerable, larger families.

Our Lady of Fatima - Relics visit to England and Wales

The Jubilee Cathedral visitations take place across the country, showcasing the beauty and significance of our Lady's message at Fatima.

Reimagining Baptism - Stockport

The Diocese of Shrewsbury and the Baptism Collaborative are organising an event for northern-based clergy, catechists and all those interested in 'Reimagining Baptism'.

For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation, Mission

A three-year 'synodal' process took place in the Catholic Church from 2021 to 2024. We are now in an 'Implementation Phase' that will culminate in an ecclesial assembly in the Vatican in October 2028.

Ukraine Response

As we look on with concern at one of the greatest humanitarian crises to unfold in Europe since the end of the Second World War, you can pray for Ukraine and her people here. We also pray for all peace-loving Russians.

The God Who Speaks

"We declare to you what was from the beginning, what we have heard, what we have seen with our eyes, what we have looked at and touched with our hands, concerning the word of life." 1 John 1:1

Cost of Living Crisis

At the Bishops' Conference, we are acutely aware of the impact of the cost-of-living crisis up and down the country.

Previous Events

Past events, projects and initiatives supported by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales.