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Bishop Kenney Experiences the Frustration of Catholics in Gaza

“The Catholics of Gaza are embattled as they are  such a small community.” That was the verdict of Bishop William Kenney CP, Auxiliary Bishop of Birmingham, a member of the 2012 Holy Land Co-Ordination, less than 24 hours after his [...]

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ISLE OF MAN 2012 OLYMPIC STAMPS

Isle of Man First to Issue Olympic Games Stamps in 2012

The Isle of Man was the first postal authority to issue a special set of London Olympic Games postage stamps in 2012. An engaging set of

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Christianity Offers Something Unique for the Common Good

The Most Reverend Bernard Longley, Archbishop of Birmingham, was the principal celebrant and preacher at Christmas Midnight Mass, at the Metropolitan Cathedral & Basilica of St

Christmas Message from Archbishop Bernard Longley

After the busyness of the last few weeks, and the last minute rush to prepare for Christmas, the day itself is precious.  Wherever we are, with

Wishing you the Peace and Blessings of Christmas 2011

With our love and special prayers this Christmas. May God bless you today and always. Peter and Stella [caption id="attachment_4012" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Crib in my library at home, December

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Archbishop Longley and Bishop of Birmingham give Joint Blessing at the City of Birmingham Christmas Carol Service

The Archbishop of Birmingham, the Most Reverend Bernard Longley, and the Anglican Bishop of Birmingham, Right Reverend David Urquhart, gave a joint blessing at the end

Archbishop Longley Commends Nativity Trail at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

The Nativity Trail, the traditional story of Christmas as depicted by artists over 500 years, was warmly commended by the Most Reverend Bernard Longley, Archbishop of

St John Fisher – Archbishop Nichols Turns Theological Thesis into Thought-Provoking Paperback

Archbishop Vincent Nichols, the 11th Archbishop of Westminster launched his new book, “St John Fisher, Bishop and Theologian in Reformation and Controversy”, in the Throne Room

Birmingham Faith Map Website Launched

The innovative Birmingham Faith Map, a unique website, was launched during Interfaith Week, at Birmingham Anglican Cathedral, by Birmingham City Councillor Alan Rudge, Cabinet Member for

Care for those who are Most Vulnerable

"At the very least we must concede that the demonstrations outside St Paul’s Cathedral in London and in the financial centres of North America, highlight the

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