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August 20, 2025

St John Henry Newman: Doctor of the Church

Jean M Johnson reflects on her decades-long journey with St John Henry Newman’s Cause, from his declaration as Venerable through Beatification and Canonisation, to the joy […]
August 18, 2025

Major Boost for ‘At Risk’ Church in Peterborough

A multi-million-pound restoration project to save one of Peterborough’s most historically significant churches has taken a vital step forward this week, with the announcement of support […]
August 18, 2025

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Homily

Each year, on 15 August, the Church celebrates with great joy the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This feast is one of […]
August 18, 2025

Notre Dame High School Holds Prayer Vigil

In his letter to the Romans, St Paul urges the faithful to “rejoice in hope” and to “be constant in prayer” (Romans 12:12). Inspired by these […]
August 14, 2025

A Fond Farewell to Fr Anthony Asomugha

Parishioners at St Edmund King and Martyr in Bury St Edmunds gathered on 31 July to bid a fond farewell to Fr Anthony Asomugha, who has […]
August 13, 2025

St Benet’s, Beccles to Open for Heritage Week

St Benet’s Catholic Church in Beccles will once again be opening its doors as part of this year’s Heritage Open Days, running from 12-21 September. Visitors […]
August 12, 2025

Unity Corner with Dr Watson: Cardinal Walter Kasper

Unity Corner is a regular feature on Christian Unity by Dr Ian Watson, County Ecumenical Officer for Norfolk and Waveney. His first report highlights the inspiration […]
August 11, 2025

Dereham’s Heart Beats Strong: 100 Years and Beyond

On 25 July 2025, Sacred Heart & St Margaret Mary Catholic Church in Dereham celebrated a momentous milestone — 100 years of faith, service, and community. […]
August 11, 2025

Call for Survivor Engagement in Safeguarding Review

The Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) will shortly be carrying out a Survivor Thematic Review Audit, which may begin as early as September. This review will […]
August 8, 2025

Celebrate the Season of Creation as Pilgrims of Hope

CAFOD in East Anglia and Sawston Live Simply group invite you to join us on Saturday 6 September 2025 at Our Lady of Lourdes Church 135 […]
August 7, 2025

Parishioner’s Initiative Helps Catholics Defend Faith

A parishioner from St Felix Church in Felixstowe has taken the initiative to equip fellow Catholics with the tools to respond to common criticisms of their […]
August 6, 2025

Cathedral Café Gets Top Marks in Hygiene Inspection

The Cathedral Café at St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich has once again demonstrated its commitment to excellence, having recently been awarded a five-star hygiene […]
August 5, 2025

Pilgrims from East Anglia Conclude Jubilee of Youth

The final two days of the Jubilee of Youth in Rome were marked by deep spirituality, powerful worship, and joyful fellowship for the group of young […]
August 4, 2025

From Destruction to Restoration: A Testament of Faith

Approximately 18 months ago, a quiet evening at St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich took a dramatic turn. As the cathedral was being closed for […]
August 2, 2025

Updates from Rome: Youth Pilgrimage – Days 2 to 5

Pilgrims from the Diocese of East Anglia have been soaking up both the sunshine and the spirit of the Jubilee of Youth in Rome, with days […]