Is aware that people are unhappy at Dersingham. He is looking into it.
Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)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)Understands the difficulties and is trying to do something about it: to relieve pressure on Deacon Matthews and to provide a priest for Sundays. Despite what is possible a full-time priest will not be provided for Dersingham.
Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)Following telephone conversation, the Bishop will be seeing Deacon Matthews who will elaborate on the situation at Dersingham. Do not give up hope at St Cecilia's - might not be able to offer an instant solution, but at least more informed about the community's difficulties at Dersingham.
Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)Provides a copy of Fr Dobson's letter. Clearly he has fulfilled his pastoral responsibilities - it may be that the old lady in question simply cannot remember the visits. Need to put the record straight and know the truth otherwise inaccurate and uncharitable remarks may be spread. Hope this will ease anxiety about care for the lady.
Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)Thanks Deacon Matthews for his temporary arrangements. Ought not to alter Mass times - so if no supply, do lead a Eucharistic service. The matter is being addressed.
Matthews, Len RevThanks 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)Thanks for the generous cheque. Appreciate the weekend in Hunstanton and Dersingham. Going to Episcopal Conference in London Coney but will write his considered reflections on the Visitation upon his return.
Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)Suggests Fr Dobson visits a parishioner in a nursing home - Sr Bernhard [Bernarda] provides Communion weekly.
Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)Thanking him for making the visit and informing him of previous visits. Suspects the contactee was not aware. Contacting her to put the record straight.
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.
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Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)Thanks for the 3 year appointment of Fr Dobson. Meeting being arranged between the Vicar General (Fr P Shryane), the Dean, Fr Dobson and Deacon Matthews. Hope to resolve the issues.
Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)Fr John B Smith, Diocesan Secretary writes: Canon Mossey had passed on your letter. Please find enclosed [not present] the statement on freemasonry issues issued in 1974.
Bishop Clark will not prevent joining the Freemasons as long as the guidelines are followed. Be sure that "the policy and actions of the Freemasons in your area are not known to be hostile to the Catholic Church".
Fr Maddison asks on the bishop's behalf for additional information before being able to proceed further. Requests a letter of support from the Superior.
Bishop's OfficeFr John Smith: Bishop Clark has granted permission to sell the picture from the Sacristy. Provided no-one else has an interest in it
Bishop's OfficeSchedule for the visitation. Bishop will go with Fr Mossey to visit the sick; then have tea at the Convent; finish by returning to Poringland.
Bishop's OfficeEnclosed estimate for trimming trees etc. Canon Mossey approached by neighbours, with no success. have then contacted the Bishop's office several times; the Bishop considers this work should be done as the trees cause neighbours trouble.
Annotation1: "Oh says Mossey. Parishioners have dealt with it."
Annotation 2: "Contacted Ben Hammond (8-1-83) asking him to "sort out" the problem. PW [Peter Wilson] does not accept that we have the responsibility to fork out £500 etc."