We’ve joined 720+ faith leaders in urging the Home Secretary to rethink asylum changes that could make family reunion harder, push vulnerable people into danger and deepen trauma. Our CEO, Kate Nightingale, says keeping families together is vital. Read more: jpit.uk/refugee-fami...

Venus, the Bringer of Peace - from Holst’s The Planets is the latest video released on the Thursday Live YouTube channel played on @stchadsbirm.bsky.social St Chad’s Cathedral, Birmingham’s Walker Organ by @organistpaul.bsky.social Paul Carr. @rcbirmingham.bsky.social youtu.be/VSDgUKx83eY?...

St. Margaret Clitherow During England's Persecution Hid Priests to have Mass Celebrated - Patron Saint of Businesswomen, Converts, Martyrs - #FeastDay Saint March 26 www.catholicnewsworld.com/2026/03/st-m...

"As a person of faith and a bishop, I must be a messenger of hope and I am filled with hope" A poignant Lenten reflection from Rt Rev Kenneth Nowakowski OBE, Bishop for Ukrainian Catholics in GB, on the passing of the fourth anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine cte.org.uk/resilienc...

Our Diocesan Easter Monday tradition continues: Mass at St Chad’s Cathedral, Birmingham, St Osburg’s, Coventry, & Sacred Heart, Tunstall, Stoke on Trent. All at 10am. All welcome. There is a special custom of grandfathers, fathers and sons coming to this Mass together.

St Patrick looked to God, trusting the Christ to be his refuge and strength. Happy St Patrick's Day to all, especially the people of Ireland and Nigeria. 💚

Reflection for feast of St Patrick. The kingdom of God has come near. www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

Could any of the roles below suit you, or someone you know? Parish Mission & Formation Co-Ordinator Parish Secretary / Health and Safety Rep St Chad’s Cathedral Manager CEO Designate of future CMAT and CEO of Lumen Christi MAC

Less than a week to go until our concert on 14 March @stchadsbirm.bsky.social featuring music by Gesualdo, Byrd, Tallis, Phinot, Lotti & Victoria! Have you booked your ticket(s) yet? For more details, see: birmingham.bachchoir.com/concerts---t...

LOUDfence at St John Henry Newman Parish Hundreds of ribbons, written messages and crafted items now adorn the railings outside St Joseph’s in Wolverhampton. Made and written with hope and love by parishioners and visitors as part of a three-day safeguarding initiative.

If you are within range of St Joseph’s Church, Stowheath Lane, Wolverhampton today, come and experience the peace and healing of LOUDfence - recognising the pain of abuse and praying for and standing alongside survivors. This is an activity for the Church and for wider society

The LOUDfence is now underway at St John Henry Newman Parish. A three-day event, open to all, to show support and solidarity for those who have been impacted by abuse in any setting. Come along and take part in craft activities and tie a ribbon.

This week, Harry Clark was back at St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School to inspire students on the Big Lent Walk! Anyone can still sign up and take on 200km this Lent while raising funds for life-saving clean water 💧 Let’s do this together. ⤵️ https://walk.cafod.org.uk/

Right relationship with God demands right relationship with our sisters and brothers. Today is Family Fast Day. As we eat simply today, in solidarity, let’s pray that we will grow in right relationship with the earth, our global family and with God. https://bit.ly/4cLK1S3

John Pontifex says ACN 'has a a focus, a spirituality that centres on the price to be paid for being Christian...promoting the life of the Church in its fullness and recognising that catechism, formation and the sacraments are key.' tinyurl.com/3s9hkhf6 #HolyLand #DeclarationHumanRightsArticle18

Today marks four years since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine and the conflict has left many in need of mental health support. Thanks to your donations, our partners harness the healing power of words. See more in today's reflection. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/24-february

Reflection for Tuesday of 1st week of Lent. For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you, but if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

We Are Hiring! Applications invited for several new opportunities: Cathedral Manager at St Chad's Cathedral. 'Expert by Experience' invited to join the Diocesan Safeguarding Sub-Committee. Safeguarding Administration Support Officer. Lead Trustees for Safeguarding and Property.

We're excited to be making our debut Bluesky post, and it's a good one! Join us for a stunning programme of sacred choral music on 14 March at St Chad's Cathedral, Birmingham...

Starts next week! A three-day LOUDfence at St John Henry Newman Parish. An opportunity to show support and solidarity for those who have been impacted by abuse in any setting. Find out more about how to take part:

Reflection for 1st Monday of Lent. For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me. www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

Donate now to have DOUBLE the impact! 🪙🪙 Giving in Lent is an act of love and now, thanks to the support of generous donors, every donation you make now will be matched in value. Find out more and donate now for TWICE the impact. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/lent-appeal

Join Mgr Daniel for his latest Reflection, now available to watch on our website. The Olympic Cross and Peace, Reflection for the 1st Sunday of Lent. “You shall worship the Lord your God and Him only shall you serve.” (Mt 4:10).

Reflection for Thursday after Ash Wednesday. If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me. www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

🚨 Don't miss out on tickets for the @churchworks.bsky.social summit on 27 February. Ticket sales close on Sunday. Contributors include: UK Gov Faith Minister @miattafahnbulleh.bsky.social, CTE Gen Sec Bishop @mikearoyal.bsky.social, CAP, Spurgeons, and many more eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-church...

The latest Reflection from Mgr Daniel is now available to watch on our website: “You are Ambassadors for Christ”. The 6th Sunday of the Year and beginning of the Season of Lent, with a special focus on Ash Wednesday (18 February) and the Rite of Election on the First Sunday of Lent (22 February).

Reflection for Thursday of 5th week of Ordinary Time. Yes, Lord; yet even the dogs under the table eat the children’s crumbs. www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

Today is the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, and the World Day of the Sick. Why not make this year the year you join the Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage and make this unique spiritual journey, together with our assisted pilgrims? There is still plenty of time to book. Our Lady of Lourdes, Pray for Us.

Today (Sat) we are celebrating the Religious across our Archdiocese. The annual Mass for Religious has taken place at St Chad’s Cathedral. Religious priests, brothers and sisters from across the Archdiocese renewed their commitment to the service of Jesus Christ, Light of the World.

Reflection for Saturday of 4th week of Ordinary Time. Come away by yourselves to a desolate place and rest a while. www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

This weekend's Reflection from Mgr Daniel is now available to watch on the diocesan website. A City Set on a Hill Cannot be Hidden - “Whoever follows me will have the light of life.” (John 8: 12). With a focus on the many Days of Prayer in the coming week.

Reflection for Friday of 4th week of Ordinary Time. He is a prophet, like one of the prophets of old. www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

St Chad’s Cathedral, the Diocesan Mother Church, has now moved to YouTube for the live streaming of Masses.

A message to all Autistic Catholics and their families: Your needs matter, you matter, and The Church is ready to meet you exactly where you are.

Come and meet listeners and previous pod guests at our in-person gathering! Saturday 21st March - with a pod episode live recording. Let's continue the conversations. Register here 👇️ tinyurl.com/y23njux6

Reflection for Tuesday of 4th week of Ordinary Time. ‘Talitha cumi’. www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

100 years of service! Our Lady & All Saints, Stourbridge SVP has spent a century turning faith into action and helping the vulnerable, supporting the homeless & spreading compassion. Here’s to the next 100 years of hope, care & love in action! 💙

LENT 2026 REFLECTIONS Belonging in Christ: Offering a hope-filled vision of peace for all During Lent, reflect with us on the themes of identity-based conflict, barriers to belonging and the resulting pressures on relationships. Download resources: ctbi.org.uk/resources/le...

Let's walk this Lent, as children of light. 🕯️ Walk anytime, anywhere for 40 days – raise funds for life-saving water. Sign up now to the Big Lent Walk. ⤵️ https://walk.cafod.org.uk/

Take time out from your busy day for a short period of #prayer and #reflection. The latest Burning Bush vlog post with Mgr Daniel is now available on our website. The 4th Sunday of the Year and the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord.

Reflection for Thursday of 3rd week of Ordinary Time. Is a lamp brought in to be put under a basket, or under a bed, and not on a stand? www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

As we mark the #InternationalDayOfEducation, let's take a look back at some of Pope Leo XIV's comments on the value of education and the contributions made by Catholic education.

The Traitors ends, but the real challenge begins. Harry Clark turns faithful, will you join him? Strengthen your faith in the #BigLentWalk. ⤵️ https://walk.cafod.org.uk/

#Pray24Brum is reaching its conclusion after a day of many blessings and visitors at St Martin’s in the Bull Ring. On all day Saturday. Do pop in if you are in #Birmingham City centre. Week of #Prayer for #ChristianUnity

#Pray24Brum begins today (Friday) and continues tomorrow (Saturday) at St Martin’s in the Bull Ring, Birmingham City Centre. If you are over that way, do pop in and join the two days of prayer for the Week of Prayer for #ChristianUnity.

Modern slavery is real — and often hidden. Knowing the signs can make a difference. Awareness saves lives. 🦋 #ModernSlavery #SpotTheSigns #EndModernSlavery

At 9am on Friday we begin #Pray24Brum at St Martin in the Bull Ring. All are welcome, each hour will be led by a different group from across the city. Most, but not all hours will be livestreamed and you can catch them on our YouTube channel www.youtube.com/@birminghamc...