An ‘ad clerum’ ( Latin for ‘to the clergy’) is a letter or announcement primarily addressed to ordained ministers from their Bishop.
There are regular, formal notices that the Bishop uses to inform or instruct his clergy for their awareness or action. There are also other ad hoc letters and notes about specific topics.
Ad Clerum; letters; notes
Parker, Thomas Leo Rev (1887-1975)Ad Clerums; letters; notes
Grant, Charles Alexander Rev LCL BA (1906-1989)file1: Ad clerum #1/76 to #8/82
file 2: Ad clerum #1/83 to #7/89
file 3: Ad clerum #1/90 to #4/95
file 1: Ad clerum #4/90 to #8/99
file 2: Ad clerum #9/99 to #6/02
note: 4-12-2001 Bishop Smith was appointed Archbishop of Cardiff; thence "Sede Vacante" with Mgr Tony Rogers as Diocesan Administrator
Outlining progress in planning for the Two Cathedrals Trip to Flanders. Also details costs and method of payment
Walsh, James RevEstablishing a time and place for reunion of those likely to go on the trip to Flanders. Bring old photos as Maggie Cooper will have her computer there.
Walsh, James RevConfirmation of date for the trip. Also likely places to be visited on the trip. Names the hotel in St Omer. Same coach company and driver as last year
Walsh, James RevPlans progressing, numbers complete; 49 places and a waiting list. Payment due in September
Walsh, James RevList of items needed for the trip; Burton's coach pick-up times and places; trip price; Insurance.
Walsh, James Rev3 weeks before the trip to Normandy. Providing a proposed daily itinerary. Some trip advice on preparations, travelling and taking spending money. Payment by cheque at £225 per person or £450 per couple.
Walsh, James RevLess than 1 week before the trip to Normandy. Chasing late payers. Enclosing a complete list of participants - distributed across 3 hotels - and dining arrangements. Insurance certificate enclosed [not present] and a reminder to bring the E111 form. Request confirmation of preferred pick up point for the Chenery Coach.
Walsh, James RevSad to receive his letter - copied it to Fr Shryane and the CWL Regional Rep (Mrs Kathleen Mackenzie).
Invites the Bishop to their AGM in Ipswich for Mass and then luncheon and asked if he would say "a few words".
Accepts the invitation and opts for 6 May 2000 which will keep May clear for the visits to the Army in Germany and the International Military Pilgrimage to Lourdes.
Walmsley, Francis Joseph Rev CBE (1926-2017)Breda M Ford writes to Branch Secretaries asking that sections write to their local MPs (form letter included) and to obtain signatures for the petition in defence of Marriage and Family Life.
Catholic Women's League (CWL)Objects to the undermining of the institution of marriage. Indeed the "M" word seems to be removed by the government in an "Orwellian revision of social history". Five paragraphs argue that this has to stop and that marriage provides a stable environment for nurturing a child. Requests MPs to pay heed and follow CWL members' example.
Catholic Women's League (CWL)Fr Justin Lyngkhoi SDB (St John Bosco Shrine, Cherrapunjee, Megahalay, India) requesting financial assistance for the poor, sick and needy. Any donations to be passed to Fr John Bennett, SDB (Salesians of Don Bosco, St Joseph's, 10 Oldhams Land Bolton BL1 6PN)
Salesians of Don BoscoThe East Anglia Branch had met to discuss the restructuring being proposed by the National Executive. Whilst members supported the restructuring there are a number of points to be clarified.
Catholic Women's League (CWL)Confirming that the job descriptions required for the restructuring, whilst delayed, are now available. Wondered if there is an explanation for the Wymondham Section member who expressed a view that the CWL had not moved forward.
Catholic Women's League (CWL)