Meeting of the Diocesan Pastoral Council [200 individuals from across the diocese] on 19 November "to move from co-operation to commitment" with all other Christians. The Bishop says that the pursuit of unity is not an option but a command.
Dowsey, Gary Rev (1955-)On Saturday 11 November 1989, the Diocesan Pastoral Council of the Roman Catholic Diocese of East Anglia, will hold an open meeting to discuss and reflect on the question of Evangelisation. This is the official launch for the Decade of Evangelisation called by Pope John Paul II.
Dowsey, Gary Rev (1955-)Correspondence relating to Diocesan communication with the media, the Diocesan Information Officer and related matters.
Clark, Alan Charles Rev DD (1919-2002)Await the conclusions from Fr Manley's group, Bishop's engagements are known in advance. DIO's job is to pester his office for information. If people are "bitchy" about the Bishop's ecumenical involvement, he cannot do anything about it. "I almost have a papal bull" to commission this ecumenical work both nationally and internationally. "..The fact is that the Catholic community must be instructed that the Church can not be renewed without being ecumenically involved; and that is where I depend on my brethren."
Recognises that he is not a good TV personality, being too tense. However, that is not likely to change. He and the ATV producer decided to do a couple of runs as they both judged the first film to be too cosy and it "required some abrasiveness and more sharp disagreement. All very difficult".
Suggestions from Press Officer at Anglia TV regarding the establishment of a Catholic Diocesan Press Office:
- Press Reception in Norwich, mid-day (to catch the deadlines); early in week (to catch weeklies) with Bishop news story
- Create a mailing list of all news outlets (some examples offered)
- Monthly information bulletin
- Contact numbers, etc.
- Bishops letters provided in advance but embargoed
- Photographs of clergy, etc.
Thanking the EDP editor, Stewart Garner, for the positive coverage in the EDP regarding the Pro-Nuncio's (Archbishop Barbarito) visit. He quotes a positive comment received from the Pro-Nuncio.
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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.
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Walsingham held an all-night vigil timed with the meeting of Pope John Paull II and 150 leaders from all Christian denominations at Assisi, Italy. Fr Pat Clearly delivered a message from the Bishop, Alan Clark.
"A hugely generous response from St Edmunds Bungay and Harleston, to the pope's "moral imperative" to assist the exiled, the migrant, and the refugee, enabled parishioner Mary Kirk to take a car full of material donations and more than €1,000 for the work of Help Refugees at the
Auberge des Migrants in Calais.
A second collection raised nearly £500 and others chipped in. For the second year running parishioners also bought or donated goods desperately needed for those stranded in Calais and along the coast to Dunkirk." (more...)
School pupils find out about the nature of slavery.
The Catholic Universe (1860-2021)The coroner advises Catholic Church to take action after a Canon (Fr Brian Frost) died following a fall at his Suffolk home. (more...)
Eastern Daily Press"Since 1993, Grade I listed Clare Priory has been hosting a Craft Fair on the second full weekend in July. This has grown steadily to become a very popular event. and now receives around 10,000 visitors over the two days.
One of the organisers, Steven Cubitt, said: "Exhibitors and visitors alike greatly appreciate the unique atmosphere and setting of the Priory, and many have become familiar friends as they return year after year. All proceeds go to charity..."
"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)"Norwich: St John the Baptist Cathedral bid a sad farewell to much-loved priest Fr Arockilya Seelan on Sunday 27th January.
"Go, eat the fat, drink the sweet wine." With these words from Ezra the priest the congregation was sent out following a farewell Mass for Fr Seelan attended by over 300 people who turned out to wish him all the best for his new role and to thank him for his great contribution to St John's, particularly as chaplain at the
hospital. ..."
"Cherry Hinton, Cambridge: On the feast of Saints Paul Miki and Companions (6th February), Fr Philip John was installed as the new parish priest of Saint Philip Howard.
In his homily, Bishop Alan Hopes reminded everyone that the installation of a new parish priest, is a moment of grace and a moment of challenge and opportunity both for Fr Philip and for the parish community. ..."
"Fr Andreas Schatzle was appointed as Priest Director of Radio Maria England in September. Here he shares about his lively faith - and how Radio Maria has impacted on nuns, taxi drivers and organic farmers around the world!" Q&A follows.
Universe Catholic Weekly (2021-)"The Ignite Team is celebrating a return to in-person parish visits, as well as embracing the best of the on-line work from the last year." Article follows. Picture showing Hamish MacQueen.
Universe Catholic Weekly (2021-)"Fr Michael Vulliamy recently blessed the Quiet Garden behind the Sacred Heart Church in Ramsey, which is open for use both by parishioners and the community." Article follows. 2 Pictures of the garden.
Universe Catholic Weekly (2021-)