The first words of the new Pope Leo in his opening address to the world from the balcony over St Peter’s square were of peace; “Peace be with all of you. This is the first greeting of the Risen Christ, the Good Shepherd. Who gave his life for God’s flock.” Pope Leo...
A STATEMENT FROM CANON PAUL CUMMINS, DIOCESAN ADMINISTRATOR What a joyful evening. God has blessed us with a new shepherd to guide His Church. This is a moment of pure joy and hope for all of us in the Diocese of Plymouth, in England and Wales, and indeed across the...
There are many events coming up across the Diocese of Plymouth in the next few weeks – wonderful opportunities for prayer and reflection: The Pilgrim Virgin Statue and Relics of Saints Jacinta and Francisco will visit our Cathedral on the weekend of 10-11 May...
In the run up to the 10th Anniversary of Laudato Si we wanted to share some of the art and reflections of three very special young artists from Notre Dame school, who worked together last year to produce a triptych focusing on the fragile balance that we find...
‘So, they pulled their boats up on shore, left everything and followed him’ (Luke 5;11). On Good Shepherd Sunday the diocesan Office of Vocations is hosting a ‘response event’ offering the opportunity to respond to God’s call. God calls a sufficient number of...
