Open for Mass once again!!
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The great news is that we have a date for the beginning of the public celebration of Masses -Wednesday-3rd December. We are all looking forward to seeing you all again as we begin the new tier system. Once again we are mindful of the restriction and precautions that we will all be following to make our places of worship safe and compliant for the congregation. Please remember that face masks, hand washing and social distancing, and track and trace will all still be in place. Thank you so very much for the thoughtfulness and generosity that everyone is dealing with the restrictions.
We will be able to have more details as far as Christmas celebrations with timings and services in next week’s newsletter. God bless and pray for us as we do for you all. Canon Mark |
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ADORATION, SOLEMN VESPERS
AND BENEDICTION
FOR AN END TO THE PANDEMIC
The Cathedral School of St MaryAre you looking for a new school for your child?
Have you considered our very own Cathedral School of St Mary? Unfortunately, We can't welcome new parents looking to choose a school for their child next year due to Covid, so we have made a video to tell you about us. |
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Bishop expresses “dismay” at Government’s proposed cancelling of public worship |
The Bishop of Plymouth, Bishop Mark O’Toole, has written to all MPs in the counties of Cornwall, Devon and Dorset, expressing the Catholic community’s “dismay at the Government’s decision requiring the cessation of acts of public communal worship”. Click links to read in full:
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
A FAMILY FOUNDED ON FAITH
When it comes to the Lawes parents and their seven children, it can truly be said they are a family founded on faith.
While David Lawes is chief operating officer of the Catholic Nottingham diocese office (before that he was with the Portsmouth diocesan office for several years), three of his sons, who are in their 20s, are all at different stages of becoming priests. |
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Corona virus latest - 31st October 2020
Use the links for: the latest statement from the President and Vice-President of the Bishops' Conference & Government latest guidance in relation to Places of Worship
Resplendent,
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Following a successful appeal and a lot of hard work the Cathedral's refurbished Blessed Sacrament Chapel and Lady Chapel are looking resplendent thanks to the help of our generous benefactors and members of the parish following our successful appeal this summer. Once again thank you for your kind generosity.
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All Saints and all Holy Souls
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Our wreath for the Feast of All Souls was designed by the seminarian Paolo who was staying with us, who has now returned to London. It will be placed in front of the Altar during the month of November and we will be praying for all the people you have asked us to pray for during Mass in the Month of November- the month of the Holy Souls- remembering especially victims of the Pandemic during this last year.
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"November begins with two beautiful days- the Feasts of All Saints and All Souls. Holy Mother Church remembers all of her children, to whom she has given the life of Jesus through Baptism ...We all know that during this whole month we give them extra love and care, by praying to them and for them."
St. Teresa of Calcutta During this month of November we too as a parish will be praying for the Faithful Departed, the Holy Souls, and Our Loved ones. Please remember to keep in your prayers this year, especially the victims of the Pandemic- victims of Covid19, which has been a time of suffering and pain for so many families throughout our world. + Eternal Rest Grant unto them O Lord, and May the Souls of the Faithful Departed through the Mercy of God Rest in Peace. Amen |
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Father Danny Longland
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Clergy Calling
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We have put together a new form which will help us with an update for contact details which will be distributed at Masses and also online. Please take time to fill this in and return it to us either by post or email, as we found that during lockdown we were unable to contact many parishioners as the information we had was out of date.
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Busy, Busy Busy.
Even if our clegy cannot get out into the community at present they are working non-stop to enure the Cathedral and its garden are restored to its very best, cleaning, cutting, digging etc.
Welcome to the website of the Cathedral Church of St. Mary and St. Boniface, Plymouth, within the Roman Catholic Diocese of Plymouth.
The Dean, Canon Mark O’Keeffe, is assisted by Father Oscar Ardila, Cathedral Priest;
both are resident in Cathedral House.
Bishop Mark O’Toole, the 9th Bishop of Plymouth, is also resident.
Everyone is welcome here, no matter who you are or where you are on your faith journey.
If you have lost touch with us for a while we would be delighted to see you again
and listen to your story.
both are resident in Cathedral House.
Bishop Mark O’Toole, the 9th Bishop of Plymouth, is also resident.
Everyone is welcome here, no matter who you are or where you are on your faith journey.
If you have lost touch with us for a while we would be delighted to see you again
and listen to your story.
Latest News
Click on the links below to read more about the latest events happening at the Cathedral.
Sunday Mass Times
Christ the King
Saturday at: 6.00pm (Vigil Mass) Sunday at (niedziele w): 9.30am (Msza święta w polskim) |
The Cathedral
Sunday at: 8.00am, 10.00am 6.00pm |
St Joseph's
Sunday at: 11.30am |
Meet our clergy
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Mass TimesJoin us every day to celebrate Holy Mass in our beautiful Cathedral
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HistoryClick on the thumbnail to learn about the history of the Cathedral, which dates from 1858.
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Gift AidClick on the picture above to find out more about gift aiding your donation.
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