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Pilgrimage Of Hope
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Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
Assisted Suicide Bill
West Bank
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Cambodia
Conclave
Advent
Gaza
Pope Leo
Jubilee Year
Jesus Christ
Dignitas
Vulnerable Populations
Myanmar
Pope Leo XIV
Tigray War

'Catholic News' is a podcast carrying interviews with a diverse range of people - lay people, religious and clergy - involved on the front line of the Catholic Church's work in England and Wales.

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Latest Episodes

Our Lead Bishop for the Holy Land, Bishop Jim Curry, has appeared as a guest on the December 2025 episode of Middle East Analysis, a podcast series that examines the complex religious, political and socio-economic realities of the region covering the... more

During the 16 Days of Activism against violence against women and girls, we met with Nikki Dhillon-Keane, a therapist, trainer, author and activist, and the founder of Safe in Faith, a project of Caritas Westminster working to support survivors of do... more

‘Dying to Live’ was a panel discussion that took place in the Grimshaw Room of St Chad’s Cathedral, Birmingham, on Sunday 26 October. It examined how faith traditions approach dying, death, and bereavement and the religious and cultural practices obs... more

Catholic News – October 2025 In this Catholic News podcast we are joined by Anton Asfar, Secretary General of Caritas Jerusalem and Fr Elias Tabban, Parish Priest of Zababdeh Parish, near Jenin. We learn about the happy, hopeful but also cautious moo... more

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Recent Guests

Bishop Jim Curry
Lead Bishop for the Holy Land for the Bishops Conference
Bishops Conference
Episode: Bishop Jim Curry guests on ‘Middle East Analysis’ podcast
Nikki Dhillon-Keane
Therapist, trainer, author, and activist, founder of Safe in Faith
Safe in Faith
Episode: Safe in Faith
Phil McCarthy
Project lead for the Hearts in Search of God project, involved in planning the Pilgrimage of Hope
Episode: National Walking Pilgrimage for the Jubilee Year
Father Tony Chantry
National Director of Missio, England and Wales
Missio
Episode: Missio Director updates us on Cambodia and Myanmar
Councillor Robert Rigby
The Right Worshipful Lord Mayor of Westminster
Episode: Faith, fitness and service with humility
Sister Helen Alford
President of the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences, Dominican nun, and PhD holder in engineering from Cambridge University.
Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences
Episode: What the Church has to say about the social sciences

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National Walking Pilgrimage for the Jubilee Year
Q: How can one become a day pilgrim?
People need to register on the website before the deadline, which is August 21st, by selecting a route and day suited for them.
National Walking Pilgrimage for the Jubilee Year
Q: What are the main aims of the National Walking Pilgrimage?
The aim is to be a joyful contribution to the Church's celebration of the Jubilee, embodying values of compassion, faith, prayer, and community.
Healing, recovery and faith in Tigray
Q: Was there any way for the internally displaced people to worship or to celebrate their faith in any way?
Bishop Paul confirmed that faith communities are playing a key role in providing stability and hope amid the challenges faced by displaced persons.
Healing, recovery and faith in Tigray
Q: Did anyone speak to you specifically about the lasting impact of war and trauma?
Bishop Paul mentioned hearing intense sadness and frustration, and noted that there are open wounds in the community from the war.
Healing, recovery and faith in Tigray
Q: What was on your mind when you accepted the invitation to go to Ethiopia?
Bishop Paul reflected on the privilege and humbling experience of visiting and being welcomed into the lives of the people in Ethiopia.

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This podcast provides engaging discussions with a variety of individuals from the Catholic community, including laypeople, clergy, and experts involved in the Church's work across England and Wales. Focused on the intersection of faith, community, and contemporary social issues, episodes cover topics like humanitarian assistance, the impact of religious faith on public service, and reflections on significant church events. Unique insights are shared about the challenges faced by the Church and its followers in today's society, along with thoughtful discourse on faith's role in promoting hope and resilience during difficult times. This podcast serves as a vital platform for understanding modern Catholic perspectives and is likely to resonate... more

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Catholic News launched 14 years ago and published 16 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Nikki Dhillon-Keane
3. Phil McCarthy
4. Father Tony Chantry
5. Councillor Robert Rigby
6. Sister Helen Alford

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