Pop Francis has declared that October 2019 is a special month of prayer and action to strengthen and grow God’s mission and the Church.
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FaithJustice is hosting Christianity and Climate Change event on 6 October (London) and 26 October (Birmingham) to talk about the consequences of our actions on the environment.
Pax Christi international is hosting a World Assembly to mark the 75th anniversary of Hiroshima – and all are invited.
A new comprehensive database has launched to provide a reliable and up-to-date account of SS Joseph & Swithun Parishioners’ contact details.
By Fr TOM McHUGH
If there is one word that we should never tire of repeating, it is this: dialogue. We are called to promote a culture of dialogue by every possible means and thus to rebuild the fabric of society.
As we approach Peace Sunday (20 January), with its theme of “good politics serves peace”, we remember the Message of the Holy Father Francis, written ahead of the celebration of the 52nd World Day of Peace.
The latest meeting of the Parish Pastoral Council discussed the church development, Eucharistic Congress and this year’s International One Parish Mass, among other topics.
SS Joseph & Swithun parish is taking up Pope Francis’s call in Laudato Si’ to better protect the world by focusing our attention on living sustainably with creation and in solidarity with people in poverty – working towards official recognition for the community.
The Christ the King Youth Day, attended by the majority of the current crop of Confirmation candidates.
Two Advent sessions within our Parish will prepare us to be in tune with the world away from the commercial rush of Christmas.