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The Diocese of East Anglia is delighted to announce its second RCDEA Catechist Formation Day, taking place on Saturday 21 February 2026 at Our Lady Immaculate and Saint Etheldreda Parish, Newmarket.
Running from 9.00am to 5.00pm, the day offers a rich programme of prayer, teaching and fellowship designed to support and inspire catechists from across the diocese.
The full schedule for the day is as follows:
9.00am Sign in
9.30am Safeguarding update with Donna Burton
10.15am Break
10.30am Talk 1 with Sister Hyacinthe OP and Sister Carina OP
11.45am Break
12.00pm Mass with Bishop Peter
12.45pm Lunch and fellowship (lunch will be provided)
1.30pm Talk 2 with Sister Hyacinthe OP and Sister Carina OP
3.30pm Time to pray and reflect
4.15pm Closing remarks from Bishop Peter and Deacon Huw
4.30pm Networking
5.00pm Depart
The Dominican Sisters of St Joseph Priory will once again share from their rich experience of faith formation, helping participants to grow in faith, hope and charity. Their contribution has been warmly received in previous years, and the day promises to be both enriching and encouraging for all who attend.
All catechists, as well as those discerning a call to this ministry, are warmly invited to take part. The Formation Day provides an important opportunity to deepen understanding, strengthen community and renew the spiritual foundations of catechetical work within the diocese.
Those wishing to attend are asked to RSVP by emailing Jo Graham at stjohnfhc@gmail.com and to include any dietary requirements.
The Diocese looks forward to welcoming you to this uplifting and formative event.
