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Christ the King
Saturday at: 6.00 p.m. (Vigil Mass) Sunday at (niedziele w): 9.30 a.m. (Msza święta w polskim) |
The Cathedral
Sunday at: 8.00 a.m. 10.00 a.m. 6.00 p.m. |
St Joseph's
Sunday at: 11.30 a.m. |
The Cathedral is a place central to the heart of the Diocese of Plymouth, covering the counties of Cornwall, Devon & Dorset. We have a beautiful Hanson building dating back to the 1850s which hosts all major liturgical ceremonies and civic events.
Bishop Mark O’Toole, the 9th Bishop of Plymouth, resides at Cathedral House.
The Dean, Canon Mark O’Keeffe, is assisted by Father Oscar Ardila, the Cathedral Priest, and Deacon Albert Lawes. Also resident at Cathedral House on a Mission Year is Andrea Martignon, a seminarian of the Diocese of Florence.
Bishop Mark O’Toole, the 9th Bishop of Plymouth, resides at Cathedral House.
The Dean, Canon Mark O’Keeffe, is assisted by Father Oscar Ardila, the Cathedral Priest, and Deacon Albert Lawes. Also resident at Cathedral House on a Mission Year is Andrea Martignon, a seminarian of the Diocese of Florence.
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Latest News
Click on the links below to read more about the latest events happening at the Cathedral.
First Holy Communion 2021
The Cathedral School of St Mary & St. Joseph's School will once again be running First Holy Communion classes for any child wishing to receive the Sacrament in 2021. For full details, please follow the links below.
Plymouth Cathedral - Adoration
An invitation
For 2,000 years, the Church has been the cradle in which Mary places Jesus and entrusts Him to the adoration and contemplation of all peoples. May the humility of the Bride cause to shine forth still more brightly the glory and power of the Eucharist, which she celebrates and treasures in her heart. In the sign of the consecrated Bread and Wine, Christ Jesus risen and glorified, the light of the nations, reveals the enduring reality of His Incarnation. He remains living and real in our midst in order to nourish the faithful with His Body and Blood.
Pope Saint John Paul II
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Prayer and meditation before our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament are great ways to spend some special time with Him. You can ask Him for graces for yourself or for loved ones, reflect on His Word, or just keep Him company! And it’s no bother for Jesus. In fact, He very much wants to see you!
We Catholics believe that at Mass bread and wine truly become the Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of our Lord Jesus Christ during the Consecration by the priest.
Treat Him as you would one of your closest friends, with love and respect. Feel free to tell Him whatever troubles or pleases you (silently or very quietly, Silence is key for concentration in this intimate setting.) You can also pray whatever prayers you’d like:
the Rosary, the Anima Christi, An Act of Spiritual Communion,
or any number of very good Blessed Sacrament prayers. If you’d prefer, just give our Lord your heartfelt thoughts in mediation or reflection. Or, if you’re feeling particularly harried or hurried, you can just keep him company!
Join us online for Eucharistic Adoration every day from
4-4.30pm during the Lockdown.
Pope Saint John Paul II
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Prayer and meditation before our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament are great ways to spend some special time with Him. You can ask Him for graces for yourself or for loved ones, reflect on His Word, or just keep Him company! And it’s no bother for Jesus. In fact, He very much wants to see you!
We Catholics believe that at Mass bread and wine truly become the Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of our Lord Jesus Christ during the Consecration by the priest.
Treat Him as you would one of your closest friends, with love and respect. Feel free to tell Him whatever troubles or pleases you (silently or very quietly, Silence is key for concentration in this intimate setting.) You can also pray whatever prayers you’d like:
the Rosary, the Anima Christi, An Act of Spiritual Communion,
or any number of very good Blessed Sacrament prayers. If you’d prefer, just give our Lord your heartfelt thoughts in mediation or reflection. Or, if you’re feeling particularly harried or hurried, you can just keep him company!
Join us online for Eucharistic Adoration every day from
4-4.30pm during the Lockdown.
Bishop Mark addresses the Faithful on the new Lockdown –
5th January 2021
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My dear brothers and sisters,
The one piece of 'good news' in the advice issued by the Government, following the Prime Minister's address last night, was that people can still attend public Mass. This present 'lockdown' will, therefore, be different to what we experienced between March and June of last year. It is a blessing that people can still visit Church, and that we are able to continue to celebrate Mass publicly. We know this is not the case in some other places. |
CORONAVIRUS UPDATE |
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Open churches vital for resilience during lockdown,
says Cardinal
With the announcement of a new lockdown for England to curb the rapid spread of COVID-19, Cardinal Vincent Nichols, President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales, said:
“The regular practice of our faith in God is a well-established source of both personal resilience and dedicated service to those in need. Such resilience and enduring service are vital in these difficult circumstances.
“I am glad that no measures have been introduced that would obstruct or curtail this essential source of energy for the common good. Catholic parishes will continue to serve the needs of their local community.
“In one parish, for example, the provision of food for the needy has increased by 400% since March last year.”
The latest lockdown restrictions come into force on 5 January 2021.
“The regular practice of our faith in God is a well-established source of both personal resilience and dedicated service to those in need. Such resilience and enduring service are vital in these difficult circumstances.
“I am glad that no measures have been introduced that would obstruct or curtail this essential source of energy for the common good. Catholic parishes will continue to serve the needs of their local community.
“In one parish, for example, the provision of food for the needy has increased by 400% since March last year.”
The latest lockdown restrictions come into force on 5 January 2021.
A Precious Place of God’s Grace
Diocese calls parishes to be “outward looking” as it reflects on the future renewal of parish life and structures
Bishop Mark and his Bishop’s Council – a group of priests who assist him in the Governance of the Diocese – have issued a reflection document titled, “A Precious Place of God’s Grace”, inviting the Catholics of the Diocese to be “disciple-making-disciples”, and to be focused on mission as they face the challenges of living the faith today
The document is the fruit of considerable reflection and consultation, particularly with the Deans and the Trustees (both clergy and lay) of the Diocese. The document is divided into two parts. The first, and most important, part sets out some fundamental theological and pastoral considerations based on the teaching of Pope Francis and his predecessors, a number of departments of the Roman Curia, and of Bishop Mark. The second part then sets out a number of key factors in the Diocese of Plymouth which are to be considered in making decisions concerning the renewal of parish structures, followed by some principles and priorities which guide those who have responsibility for diocesan governance.
Please follow the link to read the document in full.
Bishop Mark and his Bishop’s Council – a group of priests who assist him in the Governance of the Diocese – have issued a reflection document titled, “A Precious Place of God’s Grace”, inviting the Catholics of the Diocese to be “disciple-making-disciples”, and to be focused on mission as they face the challenges of living the faith today
The document is the fruit of considerable reflection and consultation, particularly with the Deans and the Trustees (both clergy and lay) of the Diocese. The document is divided into two parts. The first, and most important, part sets out some fundamental theological and pastoral considerations based on the teaching of Pope Francis and his predecessors, a number of departments of the Roman Curia, and of Bishop Mark. The second part then sets out a number of key factors in the Diocese of Plymouth which are to be considered in making decisions concerning the renewal of parish structures, followed by some principles and priorities which guide those who have responsibility for diocesan governance.
Please follow the link to read the document in full.
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