As lockdown prevents many Catholics from accessing the Sacrament of Reconciliation, Pope Francis has encouraged them to ask forgiveness from God directly.

This call for evidence will pose a series of questions around how those of all faiths, or none, perceive the government’s engagement with faith organisations. Because the review is specifically about faith and religion, priority will be given to responses that fit within those parameters. However, space is given for respondents to share their views in a way that they feel is appropriate.

 Can’t visit the church? You can still support it by using the new donations page here on the website.

There is a group of parishioners who are willing to help others during the present situation of self- isolating. If you would appreciate someone giving you a regular phone call, just to chat, a friendly voice at the end of the line, or if you know of someone who would benefit from a call then please call Gillian Millyard on 01359 242475 who will match you up with a phone friend.

If you need shopping or medication fetching or know of someone in the parish who does, we will also try to cover this. Please bear in mind that we do not want to put our willing volunteers in any danger or flout the government guidelines. If you need help then again please call Gillian Millyard on 01359 242475.

Thanks to all who attended the Virtual Soup Day on Saturday 23 May, which has so far raised £1,185 for the CAFOD Coronavirus Appeal. If you’d like to donate, it’s still not too late. You can still make soup, too, and if you’re stuck for inspiration do take a look at our very own recipe book.

Be frugal with your soup and send your savings to CAFOD either directly or on our brand new ‘Just Giving’ page. 

If you can’t collect your diocesan newspaper from the church at the moment, you will find it here. Along with many other diocesan newspapers! Find out what’s happening all over the UK. (Something stimulating to read!)