"Representatives of all the parishes in the Diocese of East Anglia twinned with parishes in the Battambang Prefecture in Cambodia met face-to-face for the first time since lockdown at St Mary and St Wulstan." Story continues
1 image: group of parishioners
Share the sadness that these negotiations have fallen through, but can understand why. Can Bishop Clark comment on whether he'd have taken a different view if things had been different? The transfer of St Mary's in Thetford is going ahead satisfactorily on the basis of a lease.
manuscript ps: hoped Bishop Clark had a happy time at Ely Cathedral for the ecumenical service.
Permission to go to Abaco, Bahamas for two weeks. Warns that the situation in Ely may have far reaching consequences for the immediate future.
Clark, Alan Charles Rev DD (1919-2002)Bishop writes: Would Mr Osborne (Director of Education, Isle of Ely Council) permit RC children to attend religious education prior to school start (9.45am). Been done elsewhere successfully where there is no denominational school; especially when there are a number of evacuees. Reassuring for them.
Parker, Thomas Leo Rev (1887-1975)Confirmations went well. Looked after by David Baker. Informal ceremony before mass with the Diocesan Medal given to Mrs Louis Smith. Looking forward to your induction in Ely on 6th November.
Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)"Retired diocese of East Anglia priest, Fr John Fowler, has died after more than 60 years of ministry in the Catholic and Anglican churches. John was ordained as a priest in the Catholic Church for the Diocese of East Anglia by Bishop Peter Smith on the Feast of Our Lady of Walsingham, 24th September, 1999, at the Church of St Etheldreda's, Ely." Story continues.
image 1: Fr Fowler
pg 1: Clerical appointments by Bishop Clark
pg 2: Appointment of Parish Priests; Appointment of Assistant Priests
Fr Hughes has been advised by Fr Davidson about the claims/approaches being made by Kimber. Fr Hughes says he is known by another name, has done 3 months in prison, a very bad record, has no real education. Therefore not suitable to run a college and look after boys. Hops this letter reaches the Bishop in time to avert any endorsement which will inevitable lead to a scandal. Fr Davidson asserts that this is a scheme to make money without work. Kimber's lies and deceit do take people in, including Fr Hughes. The views expressed are from his own knowledge and direct experience.
Hughes, Henry George Rev (1868-1943)Bishop has thanked Ely Council Education Committee regarding Religious Instruction for RC children. Fr Lydiate must ensure children attend and get back to school on time to avoid complaints. An altar stone secured for the Italian Camp - 30 shillings credited to account by Fr Hunting (manuscript annotation) - Bishop regards it as his when use finished. Plans for a potential church sent, Bishop wants Fr Lydiate to study them. Similar church in North Walsham built just before the war and Fr Lydiate encouraged to go and see it. Councillor Mallet is written to about jewellery. Return of chalice - check it is satisfactory and if it has been fire-gilt. Fr Mortimer Flanagan will be claiming back his furniture from March when he starts at Swaffham. Bishop hopes Fr Lydiate will be able to make suitable arrangements for his own furniture.
Burditt, Noel Rev (-2000)Delayed reply because looking after 2 sick people, one of whom has died. Attending these he was caught in a downpour each time and now has a bad cold and a return of his illness of last January. Regarding Mrs Gregory and the quarrel - never intended to interfere in the mission of a priest and his flock - will not be able to explain as cannot get to Chapter on 30th.
Stokes, George Frederick Rev ( -1928)1 page printed on both sides - pencil annotation: "March parish Year Book 1948"
Side 1 - history of Catholic Church in March; Service times at Sacred Heart of Jesus, Ramsey
Side 2 - Service times at St Etheldreda, Ely ; Service times at Our Lady of Good Counsel and St Peter, March
Mr Osborne confirms Education Committee resolved for RC children to attend religious instruction at a time "set apart from school time". Will see Fr Lydiate on 23rd October.
Osborne, E J P"Bishop Alan Hopes recently celebrated Mass at Poringland for three men in formation for the permanent diaconate. Professor John Morrill reports on the service and their progress. The Mass was held to celebrate the three men in formation in the diocese. They are Gianluca Savini, from St Laurence's parish in Cambridge, who is entering his third year, and Paul Raynes, from St Etheldreda in Ely, and Derek Williams, who lives and works at the Shrine of Our Lady in Walsingham, who are both in their second year." Story continues.
Image caption: "Pictured left is Bishop Alan Hopes with the men in formation, with two lectors who are also in training."
Description of Archbishop Barbarito's visit to the area.
Eastern Evening News (1882-)Situation is described and as a consequence Rev Matthews is asking the Bishop to allow the confirmation of a child outwith normal practice of doing this during a visitation. Fr Michael Cassidy has been spoken to about this
Matthews, Len Rev"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."
Bishop announcing an arrangement to use Ely Cathedral's Lady Chapel for Sunday Mass, at the invitation of the Dean and Chapter. St Etheldreda Church is being repaired following storm damage. Fr Brendan Peters did not accept this need but the Bishop made arrangements through the Chancellor, Canon Paul Taylor.
Manley, Robert Rev (-1983)Discussion document about "Diocesan Worthies" and a summary of the lives of:
Husenbeth of Costessey 1769 - 1872
Canon Collis 1821 - 1893
Canon P Rogers 1832 - 1918
Fr Clemente 1845 - 1918
Rev J Tonks 1863 - 1943
Provost J Freeland 1861 - 1940
2 articles in on cutting
- Description of the visit by Archbishop Barbarito to the region.
- Use of laity for vital tasks because the diocese has too few priests. Bishop Clark called a special assembly to discuss the topic. Despite recent ordinations, there is going to be a shortfall of priests.