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GB ARCHON 2913 PA03-01-01-162 · Item · 4 June 1986
Part of St Benet's Minster Parish, Beccles

Wording of guidance implies that money paid by the parishioner would go to the diocese and not benefit St Benet's. This is a reflection on the integrity of diocesan officials; your parish is the responsibility of Downside; your priest enters fully into the life of the diocese.

Clark, Alan Charles Rev DD (1919-2002)
GB ARCHON 2913 PA03-a-01-01-24 · Item · 4 May 1966
Part of St Benet's Minster Parish, Beccles

Nashdom: appeals for support by the Abbot to Archbishop Cardinale, then himself, were refused for reasons given. Though the request might go to the Abbot of Bec next - this is an awkward situation but the appeal which brackets us with Canterbury or York for a widely circulated appeal may be misconstrued - leave it to your judgment.
Gillingham Church: Fr Little of Beccles has written about Gillingham Church (which John Todhunter is in charge of). There is an issue relating to its maintenance and ownership which is highlighted by the new Charities Act. The title deeds are missing - can only find one letter about the cemetery dated 19 July 1929 [see related descriptions link]. Bishop had stopped the holding of the Blessed sacrament at the Chapel and the parish priest offering mass there - quite unauthorised. Now Fr Little doubts the wisdom of offering Sunday Mass. If this stops then what becomes of the Chapel? Need to discuss - in August will be in Norfolk and will see Fr Little and John [Todhunter] then.

Parker, Thomas Leo Rev (1887-1975)
GB ARCHON 2913 PA03-04-01-48 · Item · 17 January 1955
Part of St Benet's Minster Parish, Beccles

Cannot see that the Commission can refuse approval for the Beccles Presbytery (despite it being away from the church). Note Beccles has not paid into the School pool.
Asks how Fr Brewer's school is progressing - May 1 pm suitable for Foundation Stone?
Have not seen any plans for St Joseph's Modern School at Slough.

Parker, Thomas Leo Rev (1887-1975)
GB ARCHON 2913 PA03-01-03-16 · Item · 2 September 1959
Part of St Benet's Minster Parish, Beccles

Includes [not present] documentation required for Fr Trafford - grateful if he will undertake to hear the Lowestoft nuns confessions.
The management of the Banham Trust is quite constrained and has worked until now - sets out major aspects of the trust. The Bishop recommends that it stays as it is. However he'd be interested to hear anything Mr Coney or the Abbot can come up with.
Wishes him well in his new activity in Liverpool.

Parker, Thomas Leo Rev (1887-1975)
GB ARCHON 2913 PA03-a-01-01-23 · Item · 29 March 1962
Part of St Benet's Minster Parish, Beccles

The last letter was written in haste; happy to have Fr Trafford, an experienced priest in Beccles; wished wedding at Hoveton to be valid as Canon Roberts serves the chapel, not Fr Whyatt.
John Todhunter: no mention of legal difficulties; he'd implied that the pope wished "fraternise" with CofE and that was why non-Catholics should marry Catholics. Happy to hear Gillingham Hall is secure for the future. Knows nothing about Trust money being connected with the Church and Cemetery.
Gorleston and Ministry Loan: Heard from Fr McBride about joint liability between parishes. If a loan is not required then the diocese could use this but have not yet decided on the matter.
Beccles loan and debt: the return provides for misunderstanding on the nature and amount of debt. If paid off then you are to be congratulated. There is still a need for clarity so the bishop can understand how the parish is situated financially.

Parker, Thomas Leo Rev (1887-1975)
GB ARCHON 2913 PA03-01-01-6 · Item · February 1887
Part of St Benet's Minster Parish, Beccles

1st draft of a letter to Cardinal Simeoni (Prefect of the Sacred Congregation for Propagation of the Faith) regarding an approval to assign a priest to Beccles from the Benedictine Order which has a base at nearby by Bungay.
At the base of the second side, a manuscript amendment instruction [by the Bishop?]: "(1) you will omit the 'm' in both places will you?"

Riddell, Arthur George Rev (1836-1907)
GB ARCHON 2913 PA03-01-01-7 · Item · February 1887
Part of St Benet's Minster Parish, Beccles

Final [? not fully dated] draft of a letter to Cardinal Simeoni (Prefect of the Sacred Congregation for Propagation of the Faith) regarding an approval to assign a priest to Beccles (4,000 inhabitants) from the Benedictine Order which has a base at nearby by Bungay.

Riddell, Arthur George Rev (1836-1907)
GB ARCHON 2913 PA03-01-01-1 · Item · 5 September 1886
Part of St Benet's Minster Parish, Beccles

Rejects Downside Provincial (Abbot H E Moore) suggestion that Beccles district and Diss district should come under one priest at Bungay. Rather the Bishop will keep to the current boundaries - Diss and west of railway line will be Beccles' area. Asks the Abbot to appoint a priest to serve Beccles and start a mission there - may reside at Bungay for now.

Riddell, Arthur George Rev (1836-1907)
GB ARCHON 2913 PA03-01-04-34 · Item · 4 January 1996
Part of St Benet's Minster Parish, Beccles

Matter reviewed with Fr Simon Blakesley, the College of Consultors and the Vicars General. Agreement that an appointment for 5 years as parish priest would bring stability and time for various pastoral projects. Intent to induct Fr Simon on 26 January and review the appointment in 5 years time - April/May 2000.

Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)
GB ARCHON 2913 PA03-03-01-33 · Item · 7 March 1997
Part of St Benet's Minster Parish, Beccles

Thanks for the hospitality and the generous offering cheque. Pleased to hear how pleased people are to have you as their parish priest. Understand it cannot be easy to combine that with the heavy role of Judicial Vicar. All, including the Bishop, are concerned that Fr Blakesley takes adequate time off.

Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)
GB ARCHON 2913 PA03-03-01-12 · Item · 7 October 1976
Part of St Benet's Minster Parish, Beccles

Fr John Smith confirms the Bishop will: preach at 8am mass at Gillingham; 10am Confirmation Mass at Beccles will be said in English; preach at the 6.30pm; visits of 10 minutes each i the afternoon; cup of tea at the convent; visit to St Mary's Home. All about best use of the Bishop's time without making it seemed rushed.
p.s "... noted your request for a medal for Reginald Jones"

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