April 20, 2019
Hundreds of people gathered on Good Friday to take part in the ecumenical Walk of Witness in Birmingham. The annual event, marking Christ’s journey to the cross, started once again from the Church in Carrs Lane and finished at St Chad’s Cathedral. Sharing the lead alongside Bishop David Urquhart, Bishop…April 20, 2019
The Mass of the Lord’s Supper took place at churches across the Archdiocese this Thursday, 18 April. Here at St Chad’s Cathedral, Acting Dean Mgr Timothy Menezes concelebrated the Holy Thursday Mass with His Grace, Archbishop Bernard Longley and Fr Christopher Thomas, visiting from the Bishops’ Conference. The Rector of…April 18, 2019
Hundreds gathered for the annual Chrism Mass at St Chad’s Cathedral yesterday (Wednesday 17th April). Archbishop Bernard Longley was joined by the Bishops, and many of the priests and deacons of the Archdiocese, at the Holy Week service. His Grace opened the Mass with special prayers to the clergy and…April 16, 2019
A rapidly changing landscape may be engulfing the Snow Hill skyline – but one constant is St Chad’s Cathedral. The Pugin masterpiece was the first Catholic Cathedral erected in Great Britain in 1841 following the Reformation of the 16th century. Its presence continues today, and St Chad’s is as welcoming…April 10, 2019
Please join Archbishop Bernard Longley, the Catholic Archbishop of Birmingham, Bishop David Urquhart, Bishop of Birmingham, and other Faith Leaders on the annual, ecumenical, Good Friday Walk of Witness. The walk starts at Carrs Lane Church, moving along High Street and New Street to the Council House. From there along…April 3, 2019
Pope Francis today released his Post-Synodal Exhortation Christus Vivit (Christ is Alive) to Young People and to the entire People of God, following the Synod of Bishops in October 2018. The theme of the Synod was "Young People, the Faith, and Vocational Discernment". The Bishops' Conference of England & Wales…
March 28, 2019
Image: Pope Francis walks with young people during his visit to the Sanctuary of the Holy House on the feast of the Annunciation in Loreto, Italy, March 25, 2019 Photo: CNS photo/Vatican Media For Francis, the authority of the papacy does not rest on whether people kiss his ring but…March 11, 2019
“You did not choose me, no I chose you” 183 candidates from 52 parishes gathered at St Chads Cathedral today to make a significant step towards their reception into the Catholic Church. The Rite of Election marks the beginning of the final period of preparation for the reception of the…March 7, 2019
From the Catholic Bishops' Conference: As part of the preparations for our 2020 Initiative – The God who Speaks: The Year of the Word, we’re conducting a very short survey about how we see and use the Bible. We’d like as many Catholics as possible to do this survey so that…March 7, 2019
Yesterday the Ash Wednesday service took place in churches and schools across the Archdiocese to mark the start of the Lenten season. Lent is traditionally a 40-day fast — a reference to the time Jesus spent being tempted in the desert. It is a time when we can prepare our…February 28, 2019
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On Tuesday 12 February 2019 Pope Francis cleared the way for the canonisation of the much-loved educationalist Cardinal John Henry Newman. The Pope received Cardinal Angelo Becciu, the Prefect of the Vatican Congregation for the Causes of Saints, and authorised him to promulgate two decrees on miracles for sainthood, a…February 13, 2019
On Sunday 10th February, St Chads Cathedral held a special celebration for parishioner Alice Milton, for her 100th birthday. A regular worshipper at St Chad's, Alice has lived all her life in Ladywood. She was a confirmed, had communion and was a regular worshipper at St Peter's Church on Broad…February 8, 2019
The stunning organ at St Chad’s Cathedral is to undergo a major overhaul to ensure its continued use for decades to come. After almost 25 years in use – the organ was installed as part of the Cathedral’s 150th anniversary restoration – it’s time for a complete restoration. The project…February 4, 2019
The Holy See today announced that Pope Francis has appointed Bishop Robert Byrne as Bishop of the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. Bishop Byrne succeeds The Right Reverend Séamus Cunningham, who has been Bishop of the Diocese since 2009. Bishop Byrne will be the fourteenth Bishop of Hexham and Newcastle.…February 4, 2019
Over 6,500 years of marriage has been celebrated at St Chad’s Cathedral today (Sun) – a truly remarkable achievement. The Cathedral was packed as almost 200 couples, and their families, gathered to take part in the diocese’s first Thanksgiving Mass for Marriage. It really was a sight to behold as…February 4, 2019
Over 100 people turned out for a special ecumenical Mass at St Chad’s Cathedral. on this Day for Religious, where religious sisters reaffirmed their vows and Jubilarians celebrated over 700 years’ worth of service. Following an inspirational speech by Sr Dr Finbarr Coffey, Mass was celebrated by Archbishop Bernard Longley…January 30, 2019
An initiative of Catholic bishops in cooperation with the "Bible Society" will support and fund new proposals. The project includes a Gospel for people with autism and the Gospel of Matthew in sign language for hearing-impaired persons. Initiatives include a work of art brought across all twenty-two Catholic dioceses of…January 23, 2019
Pope Francis should write a post-synodal apostolic exhortation following the close of the 2018 Synod of Bishops on young people, the faith and vocational discernment. At the Sept. 18, 2018, press conference announcing the pope's apostolic constitution Episcopalis Communio on changes to the rules concerning voting members and the preparation…January 17, 2019
The Holy Land Coordination stands in solidarity with all Christians in Israel and Palestine. Our ongoing advocacy for a just peace is informed by an annual pilgrimage to meet with our sisters and brothers, listen to them, and witness the challenges they face. This year our focus has been those…
January 11, 2019
VATICAN CITY — The Vatican launched an official track team Thursday with the aim of competing in international competitions as part of an agreement signed with the Italian Olympic Committee. About 60 Holy See runners — Swiss Guards, priests, nuns, pharmacists and even a 62-year-old professor who works in the…January 4, 2019
Press Release for immediate Release, 4.1.2019 The Lead Catholic Bishop for Migration and Asylum has called for asylum seekers crossing the English Channel to be treated with dignity and spoken out against the dehumanising rhetoric that has characterised debate in recent weeks. Bishop Paul McAleenan said today: “All people fleeing…January 3, 2019
Pope Francis delivered a homily at Mass on New Year’s Day, the Solemnity of the Mother of God. On 1 January, the Church also observes the World Day of Peace. Full official English translation of Pope Francis’ homily for the Mass on New Year’s Day Homily of His Holiness Pope…January 3, 2019
Milestone marriages are to be celebrated by the Archdiocese of Birmingham and the hunt is now on to find the longest married couple! As part of Marriage Week, which runs from February 7 to 14, a Thanksgiving Mass is to be held at St Chad’s Cathedral at 11am on Sunday…November 27, 2018
St Chads’ Cathedral is now lit red for a week in honour of the world’s persecuted Christians and for all who suffer for their peaceful beliefs. #RedWednesday 2018 takes place on Wednesday 28 November, and St Chad’s is floodlit red from Monday 26 November to Monday 3 December to stand…November 27, 2018
On Sunday 25th November, on the Feast of Christ the King, His Grace The Most Rev Bernard Longley welcomed all to St Chad’s Metropolitan Cathedral to celebrate the annual Civic Mass. This is an important event in the calendar of the Cathedral as we join with representatives of the Lord…November 20, 2018
Parishes across the Diocese took time to remember and reflect on the great losses and pain of WW1 on the 100th anniversary of the Armistice signing. In his homily, preached at the Masses at St Chad’s Cathedral this weekend, Deacon Kevin Lawrie (Motherwell Diocese). He said: 'This month of November is…November 20, 2018
The St Chad's Cathedral Association 15th annual dinner was held last month (Oct). Dinner was followed by musical entertainment from Aimee Presswood (sung with the St Chad's Singers for many years) and Neus Peris. The Principal Guest was The Most Rev Bernard Longley, Archbishop of Birmingham. Anne Symonds, Vice-Chair of the Association,…November 5, 2018
CATENIANS PROVINCE 6 (MIDLANDS) ANNUAL MASS FOR DECEASED MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES By Peter Harrington Over 200 members of the Catenians Association attended their Annual Mass at St Chad’s Cathedral, accompanied with their wives and families. Before Mass began yesterday (Sun 3 Nov), the Provincial President, Danny McAree, read out…October 19, 2018
Saidul Haque Saeed Lead Organiser Canon Gerry Breen recently hosted a special event by Citizens UK at St Chad’s Cathedral to mark four years of community organising to make Birmingham a more welcoming city for refugees and migrant communities. Citizens UK: Birmingham is an independent civil society alliance of faith,…October 11, 2018
Earlier this week (Tues 9 Oct) Newman University celebrated its Feast Day Mass of Blessed John Henry Newman at St Chad’s Cathedral Birmingham, where Archbishop Bernard Longley and Bishop Christopher Budd led the celebratory service. The service was attended by current and retired staff, friends of the university, students and…October 10, 2018
Click here for information on this event St. Chad’s Cathedral Carol Service – Sunday 16th December 2018 – followed by mulled wine and mince pies in the Grimshaw Room. Please come along and listen to our magnificent Cathedral singers under the direction of Professor David Saint sing a variety of…October 10, 2018
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St Chad’s Cathedral, Birmingham, was the venue for the fourth in a series of special Stella Maris (Star of the Sea) Masses taking place around Britain’s “port” cathedrals and churches to thank God for the work of the Apostleship of the Sea and to pray for the welfare of seafarers.…July 7, 2018
Archbishop Bernard Longley ordained two men to the priesthood at St Chad’s Cathedral on Saturday 7 July. The cathedral was filled with parishioners, clergy, friends and family who gathered to witness this important moment and to wish the two new priests joy in their vocation. The two candidates, Jason Mahoney,…June 8, 2018
The new schedule for the Thursday Live 40 minute Organ recitals is now out for your pleasure and enjoyment. Admission is free with a retiring collection. Thursday LiveJune 5, 2018
BPO Poster Organ Symphony A5 Portrait A top Midlands orchestra will visit St Chad's Cathedral on 24th June to play a concert which includes Saint-Saens' famous Organ Symphony. Birmingham Philharmonic Orchestra, acclaimed by critics as "one of the finest in the land", have been performing at venues throughout the Midlands…April 13, 2018
Easter Vigil homily by His Grace, Archbishop Bernard Longley You are looking for Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified: he has risen, he is not here. Three of our Lord’s disciples came together on the day after his death. The Gospel of St Mark tells us that they waited until…April 13, 2018
His Grace, Archbishop Bernard Longley It is accomplished. Today we meet each other at the foot of the cross. The arms of Jesus stretched out upon the cross draw us from all corners of the earth. It is the still centre of God’s creation and of human history where all…April 12, 2018
CHRISM MASS - ST CHAD’S CATHEDRAL, BIRMINGHAM Homily preached by His Grace, Archbishop Bernard Longley He made us…priests to serve his God and Father. A few weeks ago I was in conversation with one of our priests, reflecting on our experiences of ministry over the years. We went on to…March 26, 2018
Homily by His Grace, Archbishop Bernard Longley Blessings on him who comes in the name of the Lord. This morning, I am grateful that the staff and seminarians from Oscott are with us to begin Holy Week and that we shall be together for the liturgies of this week. We…February 21, 2018
This annual event took place at St Chad's Cathedral on Sunday 18 Feb. Copy and pics by Pete Harrington There was a sense of warm anticipation at the Cathedral in readiness for the Rite of Election. Ernest Northey, with the Knights of St Columba, was busy sorting seating for the…February 19, 2018
It was a sight to behold at St Chad’s Cathedral today (Sat 17 Feb) as hundreds of altar servers from across the Diocese gathered to take part in this year’s Guild of St Stephen Annual Mass. The procession of altar servers stopped passers-by in their tracks as they made their…February 9, 2018
A Time for Everything By Veronica Nathan (Congregation of Mater Ecclesiae) “Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers and sisters dwell in unity”. (Psalm 133:1) The Church celebrated the World Day of Consecrated Life, on the Feast of the Presentation of the Child Jesus, on 2 February 2018.…December 25, 2017
‘Tonight we are caught up in a most extraordinary story – the longing for a Messiah that stretches back for thousands of years in the memory of the People of Israel – and the plan for our salvation that stretches back to the beginning of time in the mind of…December 8, 2017
The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception took place at St Chad's Cathedral today with around 300 people having braved a very crisp winter's day. Archbishop Bernard Longley was the Celebrant with the Metropolitan Chapter concelebrating. Today’s feast draws us into the mystery of God’s providential plan which became plain as…December 7, 2017
I wish to thank everyone for all the support and encouragement afforded to me while taking part in the Big Birmingham Sleepout. To all those who supported me with your words of encouragement, prayers and the financial contributions, I am truly humbled by your immense generosity towards this worthy cause.…November 27, 2017
(Above pic) Front Row from left: Rev’d Canon Matt Thompson (Dean of St Philip’s Cathedral), Mr John Hudson OBE DL (High Sheriff), Granddaughter of Lord Mayor’s Deputy, Lord Mayor’s Deputy (Birmingham) Cllr John Lines, Bishop Anne Hollinghurst (Bishop of Aston), His Grace Archbishop Bernard Longley, Mayor of Coleshill, Cllr Tony Battle,…November 19, 2017
St Chad’s Cathedral is now bathed in a warm, red glow and will be until this coming Friday as part of the national #RedWednesday campaign. The lights are linked to the street lights and turn off when daylight is detected in this case about 7.15am. The cathedral, along with many other…November 7, 2017
Are you a passionate gardener with a few hours to spare on Saturday mornings? Yes? Then we need your green fingers to help develop an urban farm in Birmingham! Plans are underway for an urban farm to be set up on a plot of land in a field next to…