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Today a Saviour has been born to us; who is Christ the Lord. Coming live from Buckfast Abbey, sung by the Abbey Choir. To start …

Holy Family Church | CBCEW The Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem have issued a joint Christmas message proclaiming the message of hope …

Archbishop John Wilson’s 2025 Christmas message In his annual Christmas message to the Archdiocese of Southwark, Archbishop John Wilson said that “each time we are …

The Nativity of Jesus | CBCEW Christian leaders across Wales have come together to issue a joint Christmas message to the people of Wales. The …

Bishop-elect Gerard Bradley Auxiliary Bishop of Southwark | CBCEW His Holiness Pope Leo XIV has today, 22 December 2025, appointed Canon Gerard Bradley as an …

Bishop Stock and Bishop Drainey | CBCEW His Holiness Pope Leo XIV has appointed the Bishop Marcus Stock as Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of …

As the Church marks the Fourth Sunday of Advent, Abbot Marion Nguyen reflects on the theme “Justice without judgement: the righteousness of Joseph”

Reflecting on the figure of Saint Joseph on the Fourth Sunday of Advent, Pope Leo XIV recalls the virtues he lived of piety, charity, and mercy that educate the heart to encounter Christ and our brothers and sisters. As we await the birth of the Saviour, he encourages us to be “a welcoming manger, a hospitable home, a sign of God’s presence” and that all children may live in peace.

As the Jubilee Year draws to a close, Pope Leo XIV reminds the faithful that its deepest gift endures. Hope, he says, continues to shape the Church’s journey, calling all to remain pilgrims who generate life and renewal.

Archbishop-elect Richard Moth | CBCEW His Holiness Pope Leo XIV has today, 19 December, appointed the Right Reverend Richard Moth as Archbishop of Westminster. Ordained …

Image Source | CBCEW Archbishop Bernard Longley and Bishop Richard Moth have released a statement affirming what the coming of Christ at Christmas means to …

Pope Leo XIV greets pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican for the Angelus on December 14, 2025. | Vatican Media Pope Leo …

Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass for the Jubilee of Hope for prisoners in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican on December 14, 2025. | Vatican …

Be part of the very first Stella Maris Lourdes Pilgrimage! Monday 25 – Saturday 30 May 2026 Stella Maris warmly invites all serving and retired …

The Right Reverend Nicholas Hudson celebrating Mass for the Dedication of the new church of St Benedict and its altar in Gillingham, Dorset In one …

At the Angelus prayer, Pope Leo XIV reflects on the urgency of preparing for the coming of the Kingdom of God and our encounter with Jesus, the just Judge.

Pope Leo XIV recalls his recent Apostolic Journey to Türkiye and Lebanon, saying his encounter with religious leaders teaches that peace is possible if we build it together.

Aboard the papal plane returning to Rome from Lebanon, Pope Leo XIV speaks to journalists about the role of the Holy See, which works “behind-the-scenes” in peace negotiations, so that all parties may lay down arms. Regarding Ukraine, the Pope underlines Europe’s involvement and the important role Italy could play, and answers a question about how he reacted to his election, stressing the importance of giving one’s life to God and letting him “lead the way”.

Before taking off for Rome at Beirut’s airport, Pope Leo XIV concludes his Apostolic Journey to Türkiye and Lebanon, calling for dialogue, fraternity, and reconciliation across the Middle East and expressing his hope that those who “currently consider themselves enemies” may embrace a spirit of fraternity and commitment to peace.

Pope Leo XIV makes a 30-minute visit to the Carmelite Sisters of the Theotokos in Harissa, on the evening of his first day in Lebanon.