Even when everything else in life is gone - Christ is still present among the ashes of life …. waiting for us

As we prepare to welcome our new Bishop, may #StCedd, patron of @BrentwoodRC pray for us. May his example of faith, courage and missionary zeal inspire us to build a diocese where every young person knows they are loved by God and belongs to His Church. 🙏✨ #StCedd #Catholic

From the sanctuary, I see only the hand of Jesus reaching out from the Sacred Heart Chapel. A reminder of God reaching towards Adam in Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, and of today’s Gospel: love God, love your neighbour. Having received His love, whose hand will we reach for today

Pope St John Paul II reminds young people: “Do not be afraid!” He challenged young people to open their hearts to Christ and have the courage to change the world through faith, hope and love. God has a purpose for your life — trust Him, be bold in your faith, and never be afraid.

“Give to God what belongs to God” Your life, your gifts, your talents, your dreams — they all come from Him. Never forget that you are made in His image, loved beyond measure and called to make a difference. You belong to God. Let the world see Him through you! #Catholic

A wonderful day in Brentwood meeting student leaders from secondary schools across @BrentwoodRC at our Student Leadership Conference! Inspiring to see young people ready to lead, serve and make a difference in their school communities, putting faith into action. #Catholic

#StEdwardtheConfessor reminds us that true greatness isn’t about power, wealth or popularity, but about faith, humility and serving others. Young people, the world needs leaders who put Christ first and lead with kindness, courage and compassion. Be that difference! #Catholic

#StCarloAcutis reminds us that holiness isn’t just for the past — it’s for young people today! He used technology to share his love for #Jesus and put the Eucharist at the centre of his life. You don’t have to be famous to change the world. Be a saint in your own time.

A heartfelt thank you to Bishop Alan for all he has done for the young people of @BrentwoodRC . Your encouragement, faith, presence and genuine love for our young people have made a lasting difference. Thank you for walking alongside them, inspiring them and helping meet Christ.

The young people of @BrentwoodRC look forward to welcoming our new Bishop Timothy ! We pray that he will inspire us to grow in faith, walk closer with Christ and share the joy of the Gospel. May our young people bring him hope, energy and a reminder of the bright future ahead.

Our Lady, Mother of us all, wrap the young people of @BrentwoodRC in your loving mantle. Protect them, guide their steps, strengthen their faith and remind them that they are never alone. Especially today, watch over each one and lead them ever closer to your Son. #Catholic

How blessed we are in @BrentwoodRC to have such inspiring young Catholic voices! Young people willing to share their testimony of what it means to be young, Catholic and part of our Church today. Their faith, courage and witness remind us that the Church’s future is full of hope!

A powerful challenge from St John Payne: our school is built on the belief that Christ is present in its hallways. But would Christ be happy with what He finds there? A question for us all: do our words, actions and kindness make Christ present to others? #CatholicEducation

St John Henry Newman, Doctor of the Church, reminds us that God calls each of us to a life of purpose: “God has created me to do Him some definite service.” 🙏 You are not here by accident. God has a mission for you that nobody else can fulfil. Have the courage to say YES!

Today we celebrate Our Lady of the Rosary. Mary reminds us that prayer doesn’t have to be complicated. In the Rosary, we simply take time to walk with her through the life of Jesus.Whatever you’re facing today, bring it to Mary. She always leads us closer to her Son. #OurLady

Our final Mass of the pilgrimage at the Basilica of St Mary Major. After days of walking, praying, laughing and discovering the beauty of Rome, we gathered at the altar of Our Lady and entrusted all that we have experienced to her.May Mary always lead us closer to her Son.

Today we explored St Peter’s Basilica with our young people — basilica built over the grave of an ordinary fisherman who did extraordinary things because he answered Christ’s call. Peter said “yes” — and the world was changed. So what will we do when #Christ calls? #Catholic