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Dear Friends,   The fire at St John of the Cross church last Monday was an unwelcome surprise. Thankfully it caused only minor damage to the church itself and we are able to continue to use it for weekday and Sunday Mass. Special thanks go to Peter and Wendy Adamson who, with other members of the Aylsham community, have cleared up the fire damage and arranged for the … [Read more...] about Newsletter 24.01.16.

Dear Friends, On this last Sunday of Advent we hear the story of the Visitation and the wonder of Elizabeth: ‘Why should I be honoured with a visit from the mother of my Lord?’ As we prepare to celebrate the Feast of the Incarnation we ask a similar question: ‘Why should we be honoured with a visit from the Lord himself?’ Father James   Quote: Faith is salted and … [Read more...] about Newsletter 20.12.15.

Dear Friends, This Sunday is traditionally called Gaudete Sunday from the Latin ‘rejoice’. The readings are full of joy and hope as the coming of the Messiah draws near. Monday is the feast of St John of the Cross. We join with the community at Aylsham as they celebrate their patron saint. St John was one of the great mystics and spiritual writers of his time: he knew St … [Read more...] about Newsletter 13.12.15.

Dear Friends, Today’s Gospel speaks of John the Baptist: his cry is uttered in the desert and his mission is to prepare the way for the Messiah. But John’s role fades away at the coming of the Word of God himself. During Advent we will be taking part in Posada, an old Mexican tradition when young people dressed as Mary and Joseph travelled from house to house telling … [Read more...] about Newsletter 06.12.15.

Dear Friends, Today we begin the beautiful season of Advent. Advent is about the Coming of Our Lord, both looking back at his earthly ministry and also to his advent at the end of time. Last Sunday I read a letter from Bishop Alan inviting us to join the diocesan campaign ‘Alive in Faith’. I have printed a letter which gives more details about the campaign. Copies are … [Read more...] about Newsletter 29.11.15.