Diocesan Link MAY 2026 Newsletter from Arundel & Brighton

 

Diocesan Link MAY 2026  Newsletter from Arundel & Brighton

The strength to persevere, the courage to speak out, the faith to believe.' Sr Joan Chittister OSB  

Pentecost

Vatican-23.9.2018  Photo by Sue Petritz

Welcome to this edition of my web newsletter May 2026

We are nearly through the Easter season and will soon celebrate Pentecost.

As we are approaching the end of the Easter season and Pentecost will soon be upon us, I thought I would look for images  on the web. I then realised I had lots of photos I’d taken on visits to churches and holy sites, hence the photo above.

 

So here’s an idea. Why not look out your past photos and see what you have that depict Pentecost. Share them with family, friends and people in your parish. It could form the basis for a shared discussion, over tea and biscuits, or wine and nibbles!

 

Do please participate in replying to the 2 questions set out below, and the replies of which will  be included in the NBCW annual report to Catholic Bishops Conference of England & Wales.

Sue Petritz

Diocesan Link for Arundel & Brighton

nbcw@abdiocese.org.uk


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               https://www.nbcw.co.uk/questions-for-catholic-women-2026/

Questions for Catholic Women

The NBCW is asking for responses to two questions in the preparation of the organisation’s annual statement to the Bishop’s Conference.  These questions have been devised by the NBCW members and agreed by Bishop Bosco, our Bishop liaison. There is no right or wrong way on how to do this and all responses are welcome

Topic 1: Synodality 

As the Church enters the implementation phase of the Synod, how are women experiencing the synodal process? 

What role do women see for themselves in fostering a synodal way of being Church? 

Topic 2: Inclusion and Cultural Belonging                                                                  

How can parishes become safe and welcoming spaces where women from different cultures feel able to speak, share their experiences, and be fully themselves within the life of the Church?

You can reply individually, or get  up a group and discuss them. Send your replies to   <nbcwsecretary1@gmail.com>

Or to me, Sue at nbcw@abdiocese.org.uk

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Tuesday May 5th 8.-9pm

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 Monday May 11th  7.45-8.45 pm  BOOK CLUB – New Choice-

 The NBCW invites you to a book club where we will explore paths of a spiritual journey when we read  Wayfaring  by Margaret Silf. Do join us for this introductory session to introduce ourselves, decide future meeting dates and process and hear about the author . Please email admin@NBCW.co.uk  for zoom link or nbcw@abdiocese.org.uk if you want more information.



                           NBCW next Book choice .

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May 14th & May 21st: Social media, pornography, grooming and the Catholic response. (Part 1 & 2)  7pm-8pm


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CATHOLIC WOMEN IN EUROPE TO MEET IN WALSINGHAM SEPTEMBER 2026

     

andante Study Days 2026 25th–28th September 2026 Walsingham, Norfolk, England

The Study Days will start on Friday, 25th September 2026, with supper and end on Monday, 28th September 2026, after breakfast. Registration via our website is already open. March 2026 andante

https://www.andante-europa.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EN-Andante-Study-Days-2026-25th-28th-September-2026-Walsingham-Norfolk-England.pdf

 

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IF Tech is your thing!

Tech Group.  The Catholic Union is convening a group to examine technology, especially AI, and if you would like to join, please email info@catholicunion.org.uk

 

I could do with some help for this blog and the monthly newsletter if  anyone has a couple of hours a month to spare nbcw@abdiocese.org.uk

 HAPPY MAY- THE MONTH OF OUR LADY

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