“A successful Hamlet”: Archbishop Worlock’s installation
Security was strict. Road blocks and traffic diversions had been set up around the Cathedral and a police search of the interior had taken place. The 3500-strong congregation was ticket-only.
Fr Brian Dougherty RIP
The Archdiocese of Liverpool was saddened by the death of Fr Brian Dougherty, aged 89 and in his 26th year of priesthood.
Brian Boru Club Celebrates 39th St Patrick’s Day Parade
The Brian Boru Club in Ashton-in-Makerfield marked its 39th annual St Patrick’s Day Mass and Parade earlier this year, with a wonderful celebration of Irish heritage.
Celebrating Creativity: Jessica’s winning design for the First Holy Communion Badge Competition
The archdiocese once again invited children preparing for their First Holy Communion to take part in a special pin badge design competition.
May Procession in Warrington and Widnes Deanery
Over a hundred people from across the Warrington and Widnes Deanery gathered on Sunday 18 May to take part in a joyful and prayerful May procession in honour of Our Lady.
New Lourdes Musical takes centre stage
VISION - The Musical Story of Lourdes hits the stage this summer, with new productions taking place in London and in Lourdes.
Liverpool Catholics Urged to Join Global Call for Debt Justice During Jubilee Year of Hope
As the Catholic community mourns Pope Francis and welcomes his successor, Pope Leo XIV, the call to live out the message of the Jubilee Year of Hope continues to resonate.
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The Role of the Catechist: A Ministry of Accompaniment
In the Catholic Church, the catechist is far more than a transmitter of doctrine; they are a companion on the journey of faith.
New Book Explores Stonyhurst’s Golden Era
A new book celebrating the history of Stonyhurst College, a prominent Jesuit school in the Liverpool Archdiocese, was released in January 2025.
Walking the journey
Walking the journey of life with people is the privilege of those whose ministry is spiritual direction, more often referred to these days as spiritual accompaniment.
Liverpool Called awaits Confirmation candidates
Father Simon Gore from Animate Youth Ministries explains the process of applying for the 2024 Confirmation programme.
Lister Tonge ordained as deacon
The Reverend Lister Tonge was ordained to the Order of Deacon in the Archdiocese of Liverpool.
News from around the Archdiocese of Liverpool
Archbishop Sherrington installed as Liverpool’s tenth Archbishop
The Metropolitan Cathedral was the setting for Archbishop John Sherrington’s Mass of Installation on 27 May.