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'We must have special concern for the elderly,' says Cardinal in latest coronavirus message
stage 2 of the coronavirus guidance.   Dear Father, Following my note to you last Friday, I thought it timely to write to you again. The appropriate response to the threat of Coronavirus at this time was clearly laid out for us by the officia...Read more
13/03/2020
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Cardinal prays for repose of soul of Archbishop Peter Smith
Upon hearing of the death of Archbishop Peter Smith, Cardinal Vincent said: 'I learnt, with great sadness, of the death of Archbishop Peter Smith. I ask everyone to pray for the repose of his soul and for the consolation of his family and the p...Read more
07/03/2020
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Cardinal's message about coronavirus
In these present and swiftly developing circumstances, there are some important perspectives to keep in view. The danger of the coronavirus lies in the fact that there is no immunity or vaccine present at this time. The virus in itself is not l...Read more
06/03/2020
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Cardinal: Living 'for the sake of the kingdom' is at the heart of consecrated life
On Saturday 1 In addition to concelebrating religious order priests, men and women from a number of religious congregations and in consecrated life present in the Diocese of Westminster were in attendance.   Looking at the example of Simeon...Read more
03/02/2020
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Cardinal's Brexit statement: 'Commit to each other through kindness'
Statement from Cardinal Nichols on the UK leaving the European Union As the UK formally leaves the European Union, we have an opportunity to move beyond the divisions which have been evident at many levels in our society. It is important for...Read more
31/01/2020
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Bishops stand against anti-Semitism and appeal for reconciliation and peace
On the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, the Presidency of the Council of European Bishops' Conferences (CCEE) and the President of the Commission of the Bishops' Conferences of the European Union (CO...Read more
25/01/2020
Cardinal: 'Called to be a Sacrament of the World'
Cardinal: 'Called to be a Sacrament of the World'
In his homily on Christmas Eve, Cardinal Vincent welcomed those attending Midnight Mass at Westminster Cathedral to the 'great gathering of people,' saying 'it is good to know that we belong' and that 'gathered from all over the world, we have the...Read more
25/12/2019
Cardinal's Christmas reflection: 'Destined for eternal glory'
Cardinal's Christmas reflection: 'Destined for eternal glory'
Advent and Christmas fill my mind with so many words and images. I think of the shepherd fields of Bethlehem, dusty and rocky, in the shadow of the prosperous and well-supplied Israeli settlements. I think of millions of children born into s...Read more
23/12/2019
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Cardinal celebrates 50 years of priesthood
On Saturday 21 December, 2019, Cardinal Vincent celebrated his Golden Jubilee with a thanksgiving Mass for 50 years of priestly ministry. 

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21/12/2019
Cardinal reflects on 50 years of priesthood
Cardinal reflects on 50 years of priesthood
Ahead of his Golden Jubilee on Saturday 21

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19/12/2019
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See the 'good in the other,' says Cardinal
Following the general election result, Cardinal Vincent has welcomed the 'fresh start', but has warned that 'a lot of damage has been done', saying that it has been 'toxic' and 'dominated by blame'. He called for a fresh start that sees the good ...Read more
13/12/2019
'Vote thoughtfully,' enjoins Cardinal
'Vote thoughtfully,' enjoins Cardinal
Ahead of the General Election on 12th December, Cardinal Vincent asked that the Sunday before the election be a 'day of prayer for our nations'. He enjoined the faithful to 'vote thoughtfully, not out of rancour' and asked that discussions should...Read more
06/12/2019
Letter from the Cardinal: Safeguarding in the Church today
Letter from the Cardinal: Safeguarding in the Church today
The following is the text of the Cardinal's letter to the clergy and people of the diocese on safeguarding. Safeguarding in the Church today In the last twenty years or so, the evil of the sexual abuse of children in the Catholic Church has ...Read more
25/10/2019
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Look for hidden examples of holiness of life, says Cardinal
In a homily delivered on the third day of the Plenary Assembly of the Council of Bishops' Conferences of Europe (CCEE) in Santiago de Compostela, Spain, Cardinal Vincent said that 'in these days as we seek to identify and appreciate all the signs ...Read more
06/10/2019
Cardinal expresses delight that Prince Charles will attend Newman canonisation
Cardinal Vincent has welcomed the news that His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales will be present at the canonisation ceremony of Cardinal John Henry Newman on the 13 Following the announcement from Clarence House, Cardinal Vincent said: 'We ...Read more
20/09/2019
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Cardinal Vincent congratulates Cardinal-designate Michael Fitzgerald
Following the announcement by Pope Francis of Archbishop Michael Fitzgerald MAfr. as one of ten new Cardinals to be nominated at the consistory of 5th October, Cardinal Vincent has written to the Cardinal-designate to congratulate him 'most warmly...Read more
05/09/2019
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Cardinal Vincent congratulates Cardinal-elect Michael Czerny SJ
Following the announcement by Pope Francis of  Fr Michael Czerny SJ among the ten new cardinals to be nominated at the consistory on 5 In the letter, Cardinal Vincent writes: 'Congratulations on your nomination to the College of Cardinals!  '...Read more
04/09/2019
John Studzinski CBE, Sir James McMillan and Cardinal Vincent Nichols at the premiere of the Sr James' Stabat Mater in the Sistine Chapel (Photo: Adrian Myers/Genesis Foundation)
Contemplating the Holy Spirit in music
Ahead of the world premiere of his Symphony No.5: 'Le grand Inconnu' (The Great Unknown), Sir James McMillan and Cardinal Vincent contemplate the mystery of the Holy Spirit and the exploration of representations of the Holy Spirit in music. ...Read more
13/08/2019
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Cardinal prays for persecuted Christians
Presiding at the International Mass in Lourdes on 24 homily.   He invited the congregation, consisting of pilgrims from all over the world, 'to pray especially for Christians who are persecuted for their faith, in so many parts of the world'...Read more
24/07/2019
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Cardinal presents Benedict Medal to Sr Berchmans
At the St Mary's University graduation ceremony at Westminster Cathedral on 17 Born in County Clare, Ireland in 1930, Sr Berchmans joined the Convent of Jesus and Mary in 1951 in Willesden. She spent over 65 years teaching, mostly in Pakistan, ...Read more
17/07/2019
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