The Easter Vigil at St Chad's Cathedral. The greatest and most noble of all Solemnities, celebrated by Archbishop Bernard Longley.
Prayerful congratulations to the hundreds of people who will have been welcomed into the Church at Easter Vigil services across the Archdiocese.
Good Friday Solemn Liturgy at St Chad's Cathedral. 'It is finished'.
Thank you to all those who took part in this morning's ecumenical Good Friday Walk of Witness in Birmingham.
Together we marked Christ’s journey to the cross.
Photographs now on our website:
Mass of the Lord’s Supper last night, Holy Thursday, at St Chad's Cathedral.
“Maundy” comes from the Latin mandatum, or commandment, reflecting Jesus’ words “A new commandment I give you, that you love one another as I have loved you.” [Jn 13:34].
On #GoodFriday, a story that resonates today: 'It was post-war 1946. Lots of young people wanted to do something in reparation for the war. They gathered from all across Europe and they gathered in Vézelay and they carried wooden crosses.'
#PilgrimCross
Listen in: tinyurl.com/56cfsbfy
No @thursdaylive.org organ recital today @stchadsbirm.bsky.social - April’s recital is a week later than usual to avoid Holy Week.
Join us next week when Stephen Disley will perform.
Thursday 9 April 2026 at 1:15pm.
All welcome!
thursdayLive.org
@rcbirmingham.bsky.social
The Chrism Mass was celebrated at St Chad’s Cathedral yesterday (Wed), a central moment of Holy Week in the Archdiocese.
Clergy, religious and lay faithful gathered at the Mass.
Words and photographs on our website:
As we celebrate the joyful season of Easter, Archbishop Bernard Longley invites us to reflect on the hope and new life offered through the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Watch his Easter Message now on our website:
Mgr Daniel presents the latest Burning Bush vlog with a reflection for Holy Week.
“He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief” (Isaiah 53:3).
Now available to watch on the diocesan website:
Thousands of people across the Archdiocese of Birmingham have started their 2026 Holy Week journey.
The ceremonies began with Palm Sunday and continue with the Sacred Three Days (Triduum) of Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday.
Could any of the roles below suit you, or someone you know?
Parish Mission & Formation Co-Ordinator
Parish Secretary / Health and Safety Rep
St Chad’s Cathedral Manager
CEO Designate of future CMAT and CEO of Lumen Christi MAC
Read more about our upcoming concert @stchadsbirm.bsky.social, with readings by Archbishop of Birmingham Bernard Longley, here: www.whatsonlive.co.uk/birmingham/n...
Less than a week to go until our concert on 14 March @stchadsbirm.bsky.social featuring music by Gesualdo, Byrd, Tallis, Phinot, Lotti & Victoria!
Have you booked your ticket(s) yet?
For more details, see: birmingham.bachchoir.com/concerts---t...
LOUDfence at St John Henry Newman Parish
Hundreds of ribbons, written messages and crafted items now adorn the railings outside St Joseph’s in Wolverhampton.
Made and written with hope and love by parishioners and visitors as part of a three-day safeguarding initiative.
If you are within range of St Joseph’s Church, Stowheath Lane, Wolverhampton today, come and experience the peace and healing of LOUDfence - recognising the pain of abuse and praying for and standing alongside survivors. This is an activity for the Church and for wider society
The LOUDfence is now underway at St John Henry Newman Parish. A three-day event, open to all, to show support and solidarity for those who have been impacted by abuse in any setting. Come along and take part in craft activities and tie a ribbon.
A photo showing a boy and woman at an art therapy session at one of the safe places set up by Caritas Ukraine. The text reads: "For as the rain and the snow come down from heaven and do not return there but water the earth...so shall my word be that goes out from my mouth; it shall not return to me empty."
Today marks four years since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine and the conflict has left many in need of mental health support.
Thanks to your donations, our partners harness the healing power of words. See more in today's reflection. ⤵️
https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/24-february
We Are Hiring!
Applications invited for several new opportunities:
Cathedral Manager at St Chad's Cathedral.
'Expert by Experience' invited to join the Diocesan Safeguarding Sub-Committee.
Safeguarding Administration Support Officer.
Lead Trustees for Safeguarding and Property.
Starts next week!
A three-day LOUDfence at St John Henry Newman Parish.
An opportunity to show support and solidarity for those who have been impacted by abuse in any setting.
Find out more about how to take part:
Join Mgr Daniel for his latest Reflection, now available to watch on our website.
The Olympic Cross and Peace, Reflection for the 1st Sunday of Lent.
“You shall worship the Lord your God and Him only shall you serve.” (Mt 4:10).
We're excited to be making our debut Bluesky post, and it's a good one! Join us for a stunning programme of sacred choral music on 14 March at St Chad's Cathedral, Birmingham...
@stchadsbirm.bsky.social
@rcbirmingham.bsky.social
Today is the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, and the World Day of the Sick.
Why not make this year the year you join the Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage and make this unique spiritual journey, together with our assisted pilgrims? There is still plenty of time to book.
Our Lady of Lourdes, Pray for Us.
Today (Sat) we are celebrating the Religious across our Archdiocese. The annual Mass for Religious has taken place at St Chad’s Cathedral.
Religious priests, brothers and sisters from across the Archdiocese renewed their commitment to the service of Jesus Christ, Light of the World.
This weekend's Reflection from Mgr Daniel is now available to watch on the diocesan website.
A City Set on a Hill Cannot be Hidden - “Whoever follows me will have the light of life.” (John 8: 12).
With a focus on the many Days of Prayer in the coming week.
1/4 Yesterday’s @thursdaylive.org organ recital in @stchadsbirm.bsky.social was a variation on the usual format: the slightly extended programme of requests submitted by the audience was performed by all four Cathedral Organists and used all three Cathedral organs 🎹.
This Thur 5 Feb 2026 1:15pm @stchadsbirm.bsky.social: a programme of pieces requested by the audience. Come and hear Cathedral Organists David Saint, Paul Carr, Nigel Morris and John Pryer in this hour-long programme. Featuring all 3 of the Cathedral’s organs.
Admission free - retiring collection.
St Chad’s Cathedral, the Diocesan Mother Church, has now moved to YouTube for the live streaming of Masses.
A message to all Autistic Catholics and their families:
Your needs matter, you matter, and The Church is ready to meet you exactly where you are.
Come and meet listeners and previous pod guests at our in-person gathering!
Saturday 21st March - with a pod episode live recording.
Let's continue the conversations.
Register here 👇️
tinyurl.com/y23njux6