The Parish owes a great deal of gratitude to Deacon David Cross. He has helped to lead and animate the parish with great enthusiasm and good humour.
This is his last weekend as a permanent deacon here and we wish him well in his new position at St Gabriel’s – we will recognise his contribution formally in a few weeks. Personally I would like to thank him for staying on to see me settled in the parish and I will miss his great assistance.
In war-torn Ukraine, Maria is just one of 6 million people who have had to flee their homes. Many are now living in derelict or bomb-damaged houses - often without windows, roofs, heating or means of cooking. With temperatures dropping as low as -20°C, Maria, like any...
https://youtu.be/gc9kGLrrEcM Cardinal Vincent Nichols, President of the Bishops’ Conference and Archbishop of Westminster, has issued a pastoral letter on assisted suicide that will be read in the churches of his diocese on the weekend of 12-13 October. Referring to a...
As we come together to embrace the spirit of giving through our Mini Vinnies Harvest Appeal, let us reflect on the power of community and compassion; your generous contributions will not only provide much-needed support to Thornaby Food Bank but will also remind us all of the strength found in unity and kindness, so mark your calendars for our Harvest Mass on Sunday, October 20th, and join us in celebrating the gift of sharing with those in need, creating a brighter future for our local families.
