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St Chad's Cathedral, Birmingham
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The Mother Church of the Archdiocese of Birmingham. A hidden jewel on the edge of the Jewellery Quarter.

https://www.stchadscathedral.org.uk/
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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.
Lourdes Pilgrimage 2026
The page for the Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes
www.birminghamdiocese.org.uk
February 11, 2026 at 9:57 AM
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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.
Religious communities celebrated in the Archdiocese of Birmingham
The 2026 Mass for Religious and Consecrated Life at St Chad’s Cathedral
www.birminghamdiocese.org.uk
February 7, 2026 at 2:08 PM
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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.
Burning Bush vlog: A City Built on a Hill Cannot be Hidden
Reflection for the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time with Monsignor Daniel McHugh
www.birminghamdiocese.org.uk
February 6, 2026 at 11:27 AM
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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 🎹.
February 6, 2026 at 8:51 AM
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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.
February 2, 2026 at 7:48 AM
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St Chad’s Cathedral, the Diocesan Mother Church, has now moved to YouTube for the live streaming of Masses.
St Chad’s Cathedral – Birmingham
Please note we do not livestream between 9am-12noon Monday to Friday.
www.youtube.com
February 3, 2026 at 1:24 PM
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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.
February 2, 2026 at 7:05 PM
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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
February 3, 2026 at 10:47 AM
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Take time out from your busy day for a short period of #prayer and #reflection. The latest Burning Bush vlog post with Mgr Daniel is now available on our website. The 4th Sunday of the Year and the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord.
Nunc Dimittis - The 4th Sunday of the Year and the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
This weekend's Reflection with Monsignor Daniel McHugh
www.birminghamdiocese.org.uk
January 29, 2026 at 11:26 AM
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Take time out for a 10-minute pause to be still and reflect on our Mission with the help of scripture, music/song, pictures, a homily and Adoration.

This weekend's Reflection from Mgr Daniel is now available to watch in full on the diocesan website - The Season of the Saints.
The Season of the Saints
Reflection for the 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time with Mgr Daniel McHugh
www.birminghamdiocese.org.uk
January 15, 2026 at 9:38 AM
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Diocesan Deacon Mark Paine has written two new Autism-friendly resources for children and young people.

With the support of The God Who Speaks Scripture initiative, the resources are available to use and download now.
Diocesan Deacon pens Autism-Friendly Resources
Deacon Mark Paine has written two free resources for children and young people with Autism. For use in parishes and schools.
www.birminghamdiocese.org.uk
January 8, 2026 at 1:40 PM
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In preparation for this weekend's Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, take time out for quiet prayer and reflection with Mgr Daniel's latest vlog post.

Now available to watch on the diocesan website.
A Statement of Service - Feast of the Baptism of the Lord
Reflection with Mgr Daniel McHugh
www.birminghamdiocese.org.uk
January 8, 2026 at 10:14 AM
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Looking forward to playing the first of 2026’s @thursdaylive.org recitals @stchadsbirm.bsky.social, Birmingham tomorrow, Thurs 8 Jan 1:15 pm.
Bach Trio Sonata, Mendelssohn Prelude & Fugue, works by Paul Spicer, Philip Glass & transcriptions by Meyerbeer, Berlioz, and Holst too.
thursdaylive.org
January 7, 2026 at 10:58 AM
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This morning Pope Leo XIV closed the Holy Door of St Peter's Basilica, officially bringing to a close the Jubilee Year.

And what a wonderful year it has been across our Archdiocese!

Our parishes, schools and communities have embraced the Jubilee Year 'Pilgrims of Hope'.
The Jubilee Year 2025
The 2025 Jubilee Year 'Pilgrims of Hope' is almost at an end. The Jubilee Year began with the opening of the Holy Door in St Peter’s Basilica in Rome, on Tuesday 24 December 2024 and runs t...
www.birminghamdiocese.org.uk
January 6, 2026 at 11:14 AM
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"May the light of your peace illuminate our world so full of conflict." ⭐

As we celebrate the Epiphany, let us pray and work to carry the spirit of hope cultivated during the Jubilee into this new year.
January 6, 2026 at 9:17 AM
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Prepare for tomorrow, The Epiphany of the Lord, with the latest reflection from Mgr Daniel.
His latest video post is now available to watch on the diocesan website. “May the Child Jesus be the Star that Guides You”.
“May the Child Jesus be the Star that Guides You”
Reflection for the Epiphany, Tuesday 6 January, with Monsignor Daniel McHugh
www.birminghamdiocese.org.uk
January 5, 2026 at 10:38 AM
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David Saint and Paul Carr introduce the 2026 season of @thursdaylive.org recitals in @stchadsbirm.bsky.social Birmingham.
The first recital of the season is on Thursday 8 January at 1:15pm.
(A week later than usual!)
We hope to see you at St Chad’s Cathedral during 2026.

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Thursday Live Organ Recitals 2026
YouTube video by Thursday Live Organ Recitals
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December 28, 2025 at 7:39 AM
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It’s the first Thursday of the month BUT January’s @thursdaylive.org organ recital is a week later than usual this month, so we hope to see you on Thursday 8 January at 1:15pm in @stchadsbirm.bsky.social when @organistpaul.bsky.social will play the first recital of the 2026 season. thursdaylive.org
January 1, 2026 at 9:41 AM
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December’s release on the @thursdaylive.org YouTube channel is @organistpaul.bsky.social Paul Carr playing Keith Chapman’s ‘Bring a torch, Jeanette, Isabella!’ on the Walker organ of @stchadsbirm.bsky.social St Chad’s Cathedral, Birmingham.

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CHAPMAN Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella! Paul Carr Organist
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December 20, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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Considering joining our Lourdes Pilgrimage next year? Booking is now open. Travel and accommodation details have been released. All welcome. Visit our website for more:
Lourdes Pilgrimage 2026
The page for the Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes
www.birminghamdiocese.org.uk
December 16, 2025 at 10:23 AM
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A great start to Christmas Week! Join the annual Carol Service at St Chad’s Cathedral, our Diocesan Mother Church. Sunday 21 December, 5pm.
December 12, 2025 at 11:54 AM
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This weekend's vlog post from Mgr Daniel is now available to watch on our website.

An opportunity to take time out for quiet prayer and reflection.
Burning Bush Vlog: “You are as Strong as the Cedars of Lebanon” - Pope Leo
Reflection for the Third Sunday of Advent with Monsignor Daniel McHugh
www.birminghamdiocese.org.uk
December 12, 2025 at 9:17 AM
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Sending best wishes and prayers to our Archbishop, Bernard Longley.

Yesterday, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, also marked the 16th anniversary of Archbishop Bernard’s installation as Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Birmingham.

Congratulations!
December 9, 2025 at 8:58 AM
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Thu 4 Dec 1:15 PM

Thursday LIVE

Organ Recital - Paul Carr (@organistpaul.bsky.social) and David Saint.
#JSBach, Louis-Claude #Daquin – Noel Suisse and other Christmas themed items.

At St Chads Cathedral, Birmingham (@stchadsbirm.bsky.social)
www.classicalevents.co.uk/concerts/st-...
Classical Events: Thursday LIVE
Another great concert from ClassicalEvents
www.classicalevents.co.uk
December 1, 2025 at 12:39 PM