We pray that Parliament will uphold the dignity of human life, in anticipation of the assisted suicide vote tomorrow.
No human being is a burden, we are all the beloved children of God.
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- Earlier today, MPs voted in favour of the ‘End of Life Bill’ at it’s second reading. We pray that it will be rejected in the latter stages, and that more resources in palliative care are made available for those who suffer. Our Lady of Sorrows, pray for us.
- We are delighted to share the news that, earlier today, Royal Mail launched 5 UK cathedrals by artist Judy Joel, as their stamp collection for Christmas 2024. Included in these edifices is Westminster Cathedral, representing London and the Roman Catholic Church in this country.
- In these initial days of mourning, the Cathedral will remain open until 8pm tonight and tomorrow, for prayer and for those wishing to sign the books of condolence. All scheduled Masses will be celebrated as Requiems for the late Pope, with Offices of the Dead (MP & Vespers).
- 'With our prayers, we now entrust the soul of our beloved Pontiff to God, that he may grant him eternal happiness in the bright and glorious gaze of his immense love.' - Cardinal Re's homily at Pope Francis' Funeral Mass. 📷 Mazur/cbcew.org.uk, @CardinalNichols
- Et Verbum caro factum est, et habitavit in nobis. The Dean and Chaplains of Westminster Cathedral wish you all a blessed and peaceful Christmas.
- Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Resurrexit sicut dixit! He has risen, as he said! From the Dean and the College of Chaplains, we wish you all a blessed and joyful Easter.
- Following the sad news of our Holy Father Pope Francis’ death this morning, Cardinal Vincent Nichols will celebrate a Requiem Mass here in Westminster Cathedral at 5.30pm (livestreamed). All are welcome to attend.
- Our Lady of Lourdes, Patroness of the sick, pray for all who suffer in mind, body, or spirit.
- On this, the feast of the Chair of St Peter the Apostle, we pray for the health of his successor, Pope Francis, as he continues to grapple with bilateral pneumonia.
- Please pray for the soul of our dear departed shepherd and colleague, Canon Christopher Tuckwell, who died peacefully last night (26 June) aged 74, after a long and painful battle with cancer. May he rest in peace. More details below: facebook.com/westminstercat…
- Vidimus stellam eius in Oriente, et venimus cum muneribus adorare Dominum. 'We have seen his star in the East, and have come with gifts to adore the Lord.' Happy Epiphany!
- We are delighted to announce the appointment of Simon Johnson as Master of Music from 1st September 2021. The full story may be read here: bit.ly/3fg2Qxx
- Tomorrow morning, at 9am BST, Pope Francis’ funeral will be broadcast across the world. To allow for this, the 10.30am Mass has been cancelled. The 8am (Requiem) and 12.30pm (livestreamed) will go ahead as normal. May he rest in peace.
