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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

🙏 Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for October is for mental health ministry. Let us pray that mental health ministry may become established throughout the Church, helping to overcome the stigma and discrimination experienced by people living with mental illness. #PopeLeoXIV

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

📚 How can creativity, imagination and Scripture inspire children to think more deeply about faith? RE leads from across the Diocese came together at St Thomas Centre with RE Today’s Lat Blaylock to explore creative approaches to RE, Scripture and spirituality.

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

🙏 Blessed Fulton J. Sheen, pray for us! Parishioners at St Gregory the Great, Northampton, celebrated the beatification of Blessed Fulton Sheen with a Sung Mass, prayer for priests and vocations, and veneration of his relic. A joyful witness to faith, prayer and evangelisation.

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

🙏 18 men gathered at for a Vocations Discernment Day, organised by Fr Pius Amoako, our Diocesan Vocations Director. With priests, seminarians and a deacon, they spent the day praying, reflecting and exploring God’s call to priesthood. Please pray for them! 🙏 #Vocations #PrayForVocations #Catholic

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Stay connected with your parish! 🙏 Sign up through CASPAR in less than 5 minutes to receive the latest parish news, events, sacramental information and important updates straight to your inbox. Quick. Easy. Secure. #ParishLife #Catholic #StayConnected #CASPAR

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

More than 650 people gathered at Vale Cemetery in Luton for the annual Blessing of the Cemetery. Despite the heat, families came together in prayer, remembrance and hope, entrusting their loved ones who have died to God’s loving care. #CatholicFaith #Prayer #Remembrance

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

A joyful celebration of the Diocese’s annual Deacons and Wives Day in Luton. During Mass, permanent deacons renewed their commitment to ministry, while three men were admitted to Candidacy and six instituted as Acolytes on their journey to the Diaconate. Please keep them all in your prayers. 🙏

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

🌟 A new chapter begins in Houghton Regis! The former St Vincent’s Church has been transformed into a nursery at St Vincent’s Catholic Primary School, offering children the very best start in life. Blessed by Mgr Kevin McGinnell, it’s a wonderful example of faith, education and community in action.

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

🙏 Congratulations to Canon Gregory Marchwinski, installed on 17 Feb as a Canon of Northampton Cathedral! He joins nearly 150 yrs of tradition, serving our diocese alongside his parish ministry in Kettering, Desborough, Burton Latimer & Rothwell. 🙏 #NorthamptonCathedral #CatholicFaith

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

✝️ Ash Wednesday: We begin again.  Today we receive ashes and hear the call: Repent and believe in the Gospel. Lent is not about perfection, but about returning to God, to prayer, to love. May these 40 days renew our hearts. #AshWednesday #Lent #BeginAgain #CatholicFaith

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

This Lent, Pope Leo XIV invites us to a radical simplicity: 🕊️ Listen. Fast. Convert. “Let us begin by disarming our language,” he says. Let harsh words give way to hope. What will you fast from this Lent? And who will you listen to more closely? northamptondiocese.org/home-page/po... #Lent2026

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

✨ Holy Face of Jesus Novena ✨ Have you paused today to let Jesus look at you? 👀💙 🙏 Pray with us today: 📿 Rosary led by Canons Simon Penhalagan & John Udris ✝️ Novena prayers led by Deacon Chris Colaco 💬 “Most Holy Face of Jesus, look upon us and change our hearts.”

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

Gaudete Sunday: Rejoice! In the heart of Advent, the Church calls us to pause, not to rush, but to rejoice. “Rejoice in the Lord always”

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

🌍 50 Faces. 50 Stories. One Holy Land. See the moving exhibition “50 Faces of the Holy Land” at Northampton Cathedral, 13–26 Oct. 🕊️ Evensong & talk: Thurs 16 Oct, 3pm 🙏 Reflect. Pray. Stand in solidarity. northamptondiocese.org/home-page/50...

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

🌟 “I have experienced profound growth in both my faith & leadership abilities…” 🌟 “It will give you the confidence to move forward on your faith journey & inspire others.” Ready to take the next step? Join the Bethsaida Leadership Course 2026. 👉 Apply now: northamptondiocese.org/catholic-lea...

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 13/09/2025

New Weekly #Catholic News from the Diocese of Northampton! 👉 Bethsaida Leadership Course 2026 👉 CAFOD Family Fast Day 👉 Radio Maria Youth Competitions 🎉 Plus a 70th birthday message for Pope Leo XIV! 🎥 Watch now: northamptondiocese.org/weekly-update/ #ParishLife #CatholicChurch #PopeLeoXIV

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 06/09/2025

📢 This week’s Diocese of Northampton News 🔹 Ethics Unplugged 🔹 Annual Mass for Marriage & Family Life 🔹 Canonisation of Blessed Carlo Acutis & Pier Giorgio Frassati 🙌 👉 Watch here: northamptondiocese.org/weekly-update/

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

The Pilgrims of Hope arrived in our diocese on Fri 5 Sept, welcomed at Sacred Heart, Leighton Buzzard. After prayer + blessing with Deacon Tony Falcon, they shared supper + rest before continuing their journey to Nottingham Cathedral. 🥾🙏 #PilgrimsOfHope northamptondiocese.org/home-page/pi...

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

Exciting milestone! Seminarian Chris Colaco was instituted as an Acolyte at St Mary’s College, Oscott — the final step before becoming a transitional deacon on his path to priesthood. Please keep him in your prayers! 🙏 #Vocations #Priesthood northamptondiocese.org/home-page/se...

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 30/08/2025

This week in the Diocese of Northampton: ✨ Year 2 of the Bethsaida Leadership Course 🌍 Season of Creation 2025 & Pope Leo XIV’s message ⛪ Jubilee of Social Justice – Pilgrims of Hope 🙏 Lourdes Pilgrimage updates 👉 Watch now: www.northamptondiocese.org/weekly-update

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 08/06/2025

🔥 Pentecost Sunday 🔥 The Spirit came in wind + fire, filling the disciples with boldness + joy! “You received the Spirit of adoption, through which we cry, ‘Abba, Father!’” (Rom 8:15) Come, Holy Spirit, renew our hearts! #Pentecost #ComeHolySpirit

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

🕊️ Happening today: Join the Pilgrimage of Hope at 10am from St Joseph’s Church, Gardenia Ave to Holy Family, Luton for #LutonLOUDfence 💜 Walk in solidarity, pray, tie a ribbon & stand with survivors of abuse.

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

📢 Final reminder! Join us this Monday, 9 June (7–9 PM) in Aylesbury for Jesus Our Hope – an evening of prayer, testimony, music & community as part of the #Jubilee2025 celebrations. 🎟️ Free – please register: northamptondiocese.org/courses

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

🎉 Bishop David joined St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Luton, to celebrate their 70th anniversary! Highlights included a blessing for Early Years children, Mass with local clergy, and a special medal awarded to Headteacher Maureen Murphy for 25 years’ service. 🎂🙏

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Join us on Thursday 12 June at 12 noon at Northampton Cathedral to celebrate our Jubilarians on the Feast of Christ the Eternal High Priest 🙏 We give thanks for their faithful years of priestly service! ✝️

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Thinking about running Alpha in your parish? 🌿 Join us online Tues 1 July, 7:30–9pm, to explore what it’s like to lead Alpha + help others discover faith. ✨ Bring your questions + curiosity! northamptondiocese.org/courses/how-...

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Today we celebrate the Ascension of the Lord — Jesus returns to the Father, opening heaven for us all. ✨ “You will be my witnesses to the ends of the earth.” (Acts 1:8) Let’s live in hope

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

🌍 Today marks 10 years since Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’, his powerful call to care for our common home. As we remember his prophetic voice after his death this Easter, let’s renew our commitment to creation, justice & hope. 💚 northamptondiocese.org/home-page/la...

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

🙏 Could you be our next Independent Chair of the Safeguarding Advisory Board? We’re seeking a senior safeguarding professional with an understanding of the Catholic faith to help lead and support this vital work. 📩 safeguarding@northamptondiocese.org

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

Called to Serve? Come and explore the ministry of the Permanent Diaconate in the Diocese of Northampton. 📍 St Mary’s, 82 West St, Dunstable 📅 Saturday 31st May 🕙 10am–12pm

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

Today is the National Day of Prayer for Survivors of Abuse. Join us for LOUDfence – Hope for Survivors 📍 Holy Family, Luton 📅 Sat 7 June 🎗️ Tie a ribbon, pray, stand in solidarity. Together, we walk towards healing. northamptondiocese.org/home-page/lu...

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

This Tuesday, 20 May, is the Day of Prayer for Survivors of Abuse in England & Wales. This year's theme, The Empty Chair, symbolises those absent from our parishes due to the wounds of abuse. Let us pray for healing, reconciliation, and justice.

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

🙏🌍 As Pope Leo XIV's pontificate begins with the Mass for the Inauguration of the Petrine Ministry on Sunday, we pray for his ministry. May the Good Shepherd guide him as he carries the pallium and the fisherman’s ring, symbols of unity and apostolic mission

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

The Vatican has announced: the Conclave to elect the next Successor of Saint Peter begins on 7 May 2025. 135 cardinal electors will gather under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Let us pray for them in this sacred task! Read more here northamptondiocese.org/home-page/co...

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

Our Cathedral was packed today for the Chrism Mass. Read more here northamptondiocese.org/home-page/di...

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 30/03/2025

🇻🇦✨ Day 2: Pilgrims of Hope in Rome! ✨ We walked the Holy Door pilgrimage route to St. Peter’s, prayed in its sacred halls & explored St. Paul’s Outside the Walls, where we found the name of the first Bishop of Northampton! 📖 Read more: northamptondiocese.org/home-page/pi...

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 30/03/2025

Our Lady of Perpetual Succour: A Special Connection In Rome, we venerated the original icon of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour at St. Alphonsus—the same image that graces our Diocesan Shrine in Great Billing, Northampton. A reminder that Mary’s care knows no borders! 🙏

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

🇻🇦 Day 1: Pilgrims of Hope in Rome! Our diocesan pilgrimage began with an early flight & Mass at the Pontifical Irish College ✝️. We explored San Silvestro & San Clemente. Follow our journey! northamptondiocese.org/home-page/pi...

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

Join us for the Chrism Mass at Northampton Cathedral on Wed 16th April 2025 at 12PM! ✝️🕊️ A beautiful moment of unity as sacred oils are blessed & priests renew their vows. Let’s prepare for Easter together! 📍 Northampton Cathedral 🕛 12:00 PM

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Diocese of Hexham & Newcastle @diocesehn.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

A vacancy has arisen for the appointment of a Safeguarding Co-ordinator in the Department for Safeguarding at St Cuthbert's House, West Road, Newcastle. Closing date for applications is Tuesday 25 March 2025. Please visit our website at diocesehn.org.uk/job-vacancies/

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

🙏 Join Our Short Prayer Ministry Training! 🙌 Open to both experienced & new prayer ministers. Attendance at BOTH sessions required: 💻 Online (Zoom): Thurs, 20th March, 7-9:30 PM 🏡 In-Person (Luton): Sat, 29th March, 10 AM-4 PM Grow in faith & learn to pray for others! 📖✨

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

“Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return.” Today, we begin Lent—a time of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. May this season draw us closer to God in faith and renewal.

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Feeling discouraged? You’re not alone. But St. Paul reminds us: “Be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord… your labor is not in vain.” (1 Cor 15:58) This weekend, Bishop David Oakley speaks on the End of Life

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

Jubilee of Deacons 4,000 deacons, gathered in Rome among them Dcns Jim Hannigan, Oliver Larkin, Brent Adonis & Tony Falcon from our diocese🙏 Mass was led by Abp. Fisichella as Pope Francis remained in hospital. Let’s pray for our deacons, true witnesses of service!

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

Bishop David asks all Catholics to pray for Pope Francis as he remains in Rome’s Gemelli Hospital with bronchitis and pneumonia. May the Lord strengthen, comfort, and heal him. #PrayForThePope

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

“Through baptism we have the gateway to life in the Spirit open to us and we are called to be missionary disciples” +David was pleased to open the Word on Fire Conference on the Bible this morning at the ExCel in London. He represented CBCEW as Chair of Evangelisation and Discipleship Department.

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

🙏 Join the Diocese of Northampton Pilgrimage to Walsingham on Saturday 14th June! ⛪ Midday: Mass at the Catholic Shrine 🥪 Time for lunch 🚶‍♂️ Walk the Holy Mile to the Abbey All are welcome! Come and journey in faith with us. 🙌 #WalsinghamPilgrimage #DioceseOfNorthampton #FaithJourney

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Young people gathered for #LuxHope at Sion, Brentwood (Feb 7-9), diving into the journey of St. Paul & the power of hope 🙌 🔥 Prayer, worship & community filled the weekend, ending with Mass with Bishop David Oakley

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

🇫🇷✨ Join us on a powerful pilgrimage to Paray-le-Monial, Nevers & Cluny! Walk in the footsteps of saints, pray at sacred sites, and experience the beauty of faith & art. 🙏 Register here www.jcjourneys.com/fnd-lyons

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Diocese of Northampton @northamptondiocese.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Did you know? William Wareing was the first Bishop of Northampton (1850–1858), guiding the diocese in its early years after the Catholic hierarchy was restored in England. A true pioneer of the faith! 🙏 Find out more about our past Bishops northamptondiocese.org/bishops/

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