While we honour our mother Mary this May, too many mothers face danger in childbirth. Act now. Give to our Marian Appeal to help more mothers like Yeukayi give birth safely. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/marian-appeal

NEXT WEEK! David Goodbourn Lecture 14 May 2026, 7-9pm (Zoom) In the midst of violence and suffering in the Holy Land, we hear from Fr David Neuhaus, South African born Israeli Jesuit, and a prominent voice for justice and peace. Chair: @bishgloucester.bsky.social ctbi.org.uk/event/david-...

Find out about the Ordinariate of Our Lady of Walsingham from members of an #Ordinariate parish. 'It's Catholicism with an English voice.' 'It's meaningful.' 'This is the only place that would have worked for me.' #PopeBenedict Good conversations! tinyurl.com/yadzhthm

With today being one year since the election of Pope Leo XIV, let's look back at some of the key moments so far...

May’s @thursdaylive.org organ recital is next Thursday, 7 May 2026 at 1:15pm, and features a programme of music by living composers. @organistpaul.bsky.social plays the organ in St Chad’s Cathedral Birmingham. Programme ⬇️ and full details at thursdaylive.org Admission free with retiring collection.

The latest Reflection from Mgr Daniel is now available to watch on our website. "I am the Way, the Truth and the Life." Reflection for the 5th Sunday of Easter, 3 May.

Reflection for Thursday of 4th week of Easter. After Jesus had washed the feet of his disciples, he said to them, ‘Truly, truly, I say to you, a servant is not greater than his master, nor is a messenger greater than the one who sent him.' www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

#Pope Leo XIV says "it is the Lord of life who calls us" at Ordination of 10 Priests and Reveals 3 'Secrets' "for the life of the priest" FULL TEXT Homily + VIDEO www.catholicnewsworld.com/2026/04/pope...

#PopeLeoXIV Warns of "those “thieves” who, by pillaging the earth’s resources, waging blood-thirsty wars...rob each of us of the possibility of a future marked by peace" FULL TEXT at the Regina Caeli www.catholicnewsworld.com/2026/04/pope...

Today, Good Shepherd Sunday, Archbishop Bernard Longley invites anybody who thinks that God might be calling them to serve the Church as a priest to contact Archbishop Bernard directly. Men over the age of 18. We also encourage boys and young men to consider the priestly life

Can you crochet or knit? How about contributing to a Poppy Cascade at St Chad's Cathedral for this year's Remembrance celebrations in November?

Our partners have been working in Sudan since the start of the war and will keep doing so. By donating, you help them keep providing food, water, healthcare and more. How to help and stand with Sudan. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/donate-to-emergencies/stand-with-sudan

Reflection for Friday of 3rd week of Easter. For my flesh is true food, and my blood is true drink. www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

Watch now! The latest Reflection vlog post from Mgr Daniel. Look to the Future with Hope, Pope Leo in Angola. Reflection for the 4th Sunday of Easter. “The Sheep follow Him, for they know His voice.” (John 10:4).

Happy Saint George's Day! May we always have the courage to stand up for what is right. 🙏

Today is St George's Day - 23 April 2026 But who was St George? Find out about the man, martyrdom, miracles, and mysteries associated with him and how we understand these things today. New resource from the Mission Theology and Apologetics Group (MTAG) ctbi.org.uk/resources/mt...

Happy St George's Day to our fellow members, friends and followers. Are you celebrating with your Circle, family or friends this evening? #Catenians #StGeorgesDay #StGeorge #CatholicCommunity #Catholic

Reflection for Solemnity of St George. If they persecuted me, they will also persecute you. www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=4...

Is your church a place where people facing hunger and hardship can belong fully? Our friends at Trussell are launching their 'Walking Humbly' resources in a webinar on Thursday 7 May at 9am Find out more and book your place here: cte.org.uk/walking-h... #ChurchesTogether

If you are loving watching Pope Leo in #Cameroon, you could go back to Episode 71 of the All Kinds of Catholic podcast to hear Phyllis, a guest with Cameroonian heritage, sharing her faith and her life. allkindsofcatholic.substack.com/p/71-i-have-...

With the 3-year anniversary of the war in Sudan, Easter and Eid al-Fitr all falling in quick succession, the Bishop of El Obeid issued a message praising the spirit of the Sudanese people in the face of immense humanitarian challenges. https://bit.ly/4sET4J1

There are serious concerns about violations of International Humanitarian Law in Lebanon. In response, various international, national and local NGOs have come together to call for the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/4cPjUcy

Busy afternoon preparing registrations on the iconic Walker organ in Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral ready for the weekend here with City of Birmingham Choir.

Our Camino walkers have officially completed their journey for SVP! All reached the finish line, sharing daily prayers and meaningful moments along the way. They’ve now arrived in Santiago, an incredible achievement 👏 Thank you for all the support and fundraising!

Earlier in the week, we joined other organisations to present a petition with over 44,000 signatures calling for more government action on Sudan. Our Director, Christine Allen, explains more in The Tablet. ⤵️ https://www.thetablet.co.uk/news/uk-may-be-complicit-in-sudans-suffering-warns-cafod/

Dates for your diary: We'll be at WeBelieve - the festival of Catholic Life at Oscott College in July. Once again we're an Official Partner. You can book your tickets via: webelievefestival.com/tickets #Catenians #CatholicCommunity #CatholicLife #CatholicEvents

This Thursday I shall be playing the @thursdaylive.org organ recital on the wonderful Walker organ in St Chad’s Cathedral Birmingham @rcbirmingham.bsky.social in place of Stephen Disley who is sadly indisposed at the moment. Music for Easter by Tournemire, Howell, Hakim, Handel, Guilmant and Vierne.

Reflection for Easter Tuesday. I have seen the Lord. www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

The Presidents of Churches Together in England have issued this joint prayer for Easter. They invite you to #PrayTogether 🙏🏾 🙏 🙏🏽 cte.org.uk/easter-pr... #PrayTogether We wish our Orthodox sisters and brothers a blessed Pascha on 12 April

Happy Easter from all of us here at CAFOD! Our Director Christine Allen recorded this message thanking supporters for all the support over Lent and showing that a better world needs all of us. 💚

The Easter Vigil at St Chad's Cathedral. The greatest and most noble of all Solemnities, celebrated by Archbishop Bernard Longley. Prayerful congratulations to the hundreds of people who will have been welcomed into the Church at Easter Vigil services across the Archdiocese.

Reflection for Easter Sunday. Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia! www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

There is a great sense of joyful anticipation in the lives, families and parishes of all those being baptised as adults or Received into Full Communion with the Catholic Church this Easter. We pray for God’s blessing in their lives and a reminder of the dignity of faith.

After a couple of days sitting in silence, with the little chamber organ being used for giving notes and any gentle congregational singing support during a period of unaccompanied music, the Walker organ will burst into life at the Gloria during this evening’s Easter Vigil. @stchadsbirm.bsky.social

Good Friday Solemn Liturgy at St Chad's Cathedral. 'It is finished'.

Thank you to all those who took part in this morning's ecumenical Good Friday Walk of Witness in Birmingham. Together we marked Christ’s journey to the cross. Photographs now on our website:

Mass of the Lord’s Supper last night, Holy Thursday, at St Chad's Cathedral. “Maundy” comes from the Latin mandatum, or commandment, reflecting Jesus’ words “A new commandment I give you, that you love one another as I have loved you.” [Jn 13:34].

Reflection for Good Friday. It is accomplished. www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

To those who are honouring Good Friday today, we at Restore join you in remembering Jesus' crucifixion & the cost of sacrificial love for the sake of the world 🧡 We seek to express this love in our welcome to refugees and asylum seekers in Birmingham. #refugeestogether @birmctogether.bsky.social

We know that to encounter God within the crucifixion is to be reminded that we cannot ignore the truth of suffering. But it is also a reminder that God is in it with us. As we grieve the loss around us, we can commit to working for a better future. https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/3-april

On #GoodFriday, a story that resonates today: 'It was post-war 1946. Lots of young people wanted to do something in reparation for the war. They gathered from all across Europe and they gathered in Vézelay and they carried wooden crosses.' #PilgrimCross Listen in: tinyurl.com/56cfsbfy

No @thursdaylive.org organ recital today @stchadsbirm.bsky.social - April’s recital is a week later than usual to avoid Holy Week. Join us next week when Stephen Disley will perform. Thursday 9 April 2026 at 1:15pm. All welcome! thursdayLive.org @rcbirmingham.bsky.social

The Chrism Mass was celebrated at St Chad’s Cathedral yesterday (Wed), a central moment of Holy Week in the Archdiocese. Clergy, religious and lay faithful gathered at the Mass. Words and photographs on our website:

The six Presidents of Churches Together in England who represent all our Member Church traditions, invite you to join them in prayer this Easter Get the full text: cte.org.uk/easter-pr... #ChurchesTogether #PrayTogether

As we celebrate the joyful season of Easter, Archbishop Bernard Longley invites us to reflect on the hope and new life offered through the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Watch his Easter Message now on our website:

Reflection for Maundy Thursday, the Lord's Supper. I have given you an example, that you also should do just as I have done to you. www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

Today is Holy Thursday when the annual feet washing takes place. In Zimbabwe, Fr Johanes Zevito spoke to us about how the example set by Jesus' humility is a reminder that the Gospel must be lived out. https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/2-april

Mgr Daniel presents the latest Burning Bush vlog with a reflection for Holy Week. “He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief” (Isaiah 53:3). Now available to watch on the diocesan website:

Thousands of people across the Archdiocese of Birmingham have started their 2026 Holy Week journey. The ceremonies began with Palm Sunday and continue with the Sacred Three Days (Triduum) of Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday.

"Lord, help me to be a loyal, courageous friend to you in all in those who stand alone in the face of persecution." 🙏 Journey with Christ throughout Holy Week with these powerful reflections and prayers. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/40Ra8jD