Some very polarised views being received by the Bishop. Concerned that the sick and elderly should be visited. A meeting is to be convened between, Fr Dobson, Deacon Len Matthews, the Dean and the Vicar-General to discuss all the issues and to devise a workable solution for the pastoral care of all parishioners.
Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)Will attend earlier (6pm) to give time for meeting.
Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)Thanks for informing the Bishop about the meeting and the points raised. He does not expect immediate change but dialogue, patience and forbearance will needed all round to accommodate different sensitivities involved.
Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)Letter awaiting him on return from Ad Limina visit [Rome]. Not surprised about the difficulties - need to tackle Fr Dobson about progress. Thanks VG for his efforts and hopes his Holy Land visit refreshed him.
Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)Will need to discuss with Vicar General and the Dean. Philip Shryane is a way for 10 days. Be patient.
Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)The Holy Father's "Dies Domini" is a solemn teaching document to which we all should respond with due respect and allegiance. It is a 95-page document dealing with the importance of Sunday and the Sunday Eucharistic celebration. Bp Peter asks that the CWL appreciate that a Sunday is not an appropriate day for the [AGM]. Suggest Saturday instead.
Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)