First open assembly; 2,300 attended; open for any to attend and express their views.
Unknown"Young pilgrims from East Anglia visited Ponte de Lima in Portugal as part of World Youth Day preparations and took part in a flag-waving Mass of 5,000 people - and saw a priest leading a rave. The day started with morning prayer led by Fr Luke Goymour, before we all boarded a coach to Ponte de Lima, the oldest large town in Portugal, to join with 5,000 other World Youth Day pilgrims from across the Viana de Castelo diocese which is hosting us." Story continues.
1 image caption: "A sea of flags from round the world as 5,000 young people attend a celebratory Mass in Ponte de Lima. 'Later Later there was what can only be described as a rave, with lasers, stage lights, dry ice and a local Catholic priest playing loud, thumping techno music."
"Parishes across the diocese of East Anglia responded to the appeal from Cardinal Vincent Nichols to pray in front of the Blessed Sacrament as part of the day of National Reflection on Covid. Ahead of the day Bishop Alan Hopes said: "All Catholics are being asked to hold this day as a day of prayer. We are asked to open our churches and to encourage our people to pray before the Blessed Sacrament for the many needs, hopes and sorrows that have emerged over the past year"". Story continues
Image caption "Fr Leo Michael with the Blessed Sacrament at St John's Cathedral".
1 image (Bp Clark & Mgr McBride) and 2 columns of text.
the article mentions: Rev Geoffrey Cook, Rev John Gardner, Mgr. McBride, Mgr Wace.
"Over 100 Catholics came together in Suffolk for a dynamic day of spiritual refreshment at one of the oldest religious houses in England. Along with the East Anglian diocese's CHARIS team for Charismatic Renewal, the event was organised and hosted by the community of Augustinian friars at Clare Priory, Suffolk ... ". Story continues.
image caption: "Ros Powell speaking".
Meeting to discuss a plan. Fr Hypher: "It's not just a meeting - it's a fiesta at which we can pray, worship, discuss, meet friends ad join in social events and side-shows."
UnknownDescribes the need for laity involvement in the diocese and the assembly called by the Bishop to consider and address the issue.
Eastern Evening News (1882-)Assembly at St Bede's School in Cambridge on July 18 wherein the laity and clergy of the diocese of East Anglia will "attempt to solve the problem of a shortage of priests..."
Catholic Herald"The two-year Dowry Tour, intended to help prepare Catholics spiritually for England's rededication as the Dowry of Mary in 2020, reached St John's Cathedral last week (28 February - 2 March). (more...)
The Catholic Universe (1860-2021)"A 57-strong group of mostly young diocese of East Anglia pilgrims spent almost two weeks at World Youth Day in Portugal, having a fun, joyful and life-enriching time. Before leaving the UK, the group had a Sending Mass at Our Lady Immaculate and St Etheldreda in Newmarket, where Bishop Peter Collins said: 'It is the duty of the young to show enthusiasm, to be filled with vigour, physically and spiritually'". Story continues.
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"Fr Paul Spellman, from St Mary's in Ipswich, took up the challenge os walking 500,000 steps or more during Lent in aid of a Catholic charity. Fr Paul was aiming to walk 12,500 steps per day, and so complete over 500,000 (at least 220 miles) before the Mass of the Lord's Supper on Maundy Thursday." Story continues
Image - Fr Paul Spellman
"The Director of the East Anglia diocesan youth service, Hamish MacQueen, has raised money for the Benjamin Foundation by taking part in the 10k 'Run Norwich' event." Story continues
image: Hamish running
"The East Anglia Diocesan Youth Service created an experience of Catholic faith for all the senses at its World Youth Day celebration in St John's Cathedral Narthex on 20th November." story continues.
4 images caption: "Pictured, scenes from the day. Above left, Fr Alvan's African-style band; above right, Joe Savage; right, Matt Dean and main photo, scores of young people attended the event"
2 columns of text; 1 image. The article is based on the press release.
Eastern Daily Press"Bringing the generations together, St George's Parish Proclaim Team in Norwich organised a Winter Party." Story continues.
image: people at tables in the parish hall.
"Notre Dame students from schools in Glasgow, Liverpool, Sheffield, London, Plymouth and Norwich travelled to Walsingham for their first-ever National Conference in June, where the theme was inspired by St Julie, the foundress of the Sisters of Notre Dame." Story continues.
image: Students gathered with world map
"Pope Francis, head of the Catholic Church, imparted hi sblessing on those participating in the event celebrating a landmark occasion for mother Julian of Norwich." Story continues
image 1 caption: "The head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis, "
image 2 caption: "Julian's quote on a stained glass window at St Julian's church in Norwich"
image 3 caption: "King Charles III inspecting the embrodered screnn featuring Julian of Norwich's words"
image 4: Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby
"Pope Francis, head of the Catholic Church, imparted his blessing on those participating in the event celebrating a landmark occasion for Mother Julian of Norwich." Story continues
image 1 & 2 caption: "The head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis. Right, Julian's quote on a stained glass window at St Julian's church in Norwich"
image 3: Anglican Bishop of Norwich, Graham Usher
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Image: 2 pupils (Emma Gormley & Ivan Keeler) from Notre Dame High School.
text: Both are representing the Diocese of East Anglia and will meet the Pope in Assisi on Friday.
"Priests and parishioners in Costessey, Ely, Acle and Framingham have put on a series of Christmas events to cheer the community and raise funds for those in need." story continues.
image captioned: "Fr David Ward, Fr Alex Ibe, assistant priest at Gorleston, and Nick Walmsley."