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April 16, 2025

Young Catholics Gather at Wembley Arena

On Saturday 15 March, just under 200 young Catholics from the Diocese of East Anglia joined thousands of others for an unforgettable day of faith, fellowship […]
March 21, 2025

Diocese Celebrates Rite of Election at Cathedral

On the First Sunday of Lent (9 March), the Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich was filled with joy and anticipation as catechumens and […]
March 6, 2025

Join the National Jubilee Pilgrimage of Hope

Join the National Jubilee Pilgrimage of Hope from Norwich to Nottingham in September 2025, a faith-filled journey uniting Catholics in prayer, fellowship, and pilgrimage to mark […]
March 5, 2025

Embrace Lent: A Journey of Faith and Renewal

As we enter the sacred season of Lent, the Church calls us to a time of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving – forty days of preparation for […]
February 17, 2025

Fr Alvan Ibeh: Seeing God’s hand at Work in My Life

In the second part of his article, Seeing God’s Hand at Work in My Life, Fr Alvan reflects on recognising God’s presence and guidance in every […]
February 5, 2025

A Celebration of Religious Life

On 1 February, the Diocese of East Anglia gathered for a deeply significant moment of spiritual renewal and fellowship. The Mass for Religious, held at the […]
January 22, 2025

New Members of Norwich Benedictine Group

Simon Burrell and Anita Dowsing, long-time members of the Julian Chapter of Benedictine Oblates in Norwich, recently took a significant step in their spiritual journeys by […]
January 16, 2025

Secular Franciscans Look Ahead to a Busy Year

The Secular Franciscans in Norwich have enjoyed a season of activity and celebration, marked by significant events and a spirit of generosity. A notable highlight was […]
January 14, 2025

Fr Alvan Ibeh: Seeing God’s Hand at Work in My Life

Fr Alvan Ibeh’s article, Seeing God’s Hand at Work in My Life, reflects on recognising God’s presence and guidance in every aspect of life, especially during […]
January 13, 2025

New Year, New Me: Simple Steps to Spiritual Wellness

In her Faith In The Home column, Marriage and Family Life Coordinator at the Diocese of East Anglia, Dr Antonia Braithwaite encourages us to focus on […]
January 6, 2025

Simbang Gabi Mass celebrated at St John’s Cathedral

On December 20, 2024, the Filipino community in Norwich gathered in celebration of Simbang Gabi at The Cathedral of St John the Baptist. This cherished tradition […]
November 21, 2019

Bishop Alan speaks on air about Advent book

Bishop Alan has contributed to a book of reflections on Advent, which has just been published by the Catholic media network EWTN. He will be speaking […]