Heart Speaks to Heart
February 20, 2026
A Six-Week Study Programme Led by Archbishop Mark
In January, Archbishop Mark shared a pastoral letter with our Archdiocese. Titled Heart Speaks to Heart – drawing on the motto of St John Henry Newman – it sets out a vision for our diocese to grow as a missionary and synodal Church, rooted in prayer and built on four pillars:
- Youth and Vocations
- Evangelising Zeal
- Formation in Faith
- Loving Service of Those in Need
Now, Archbishop Mark has taken that letter and broken it into six study pieces, to be explored over six weeks. Each piece includes the Archbishop’s own words alongside reflection questions designed to prompt honest, open conversation.
To find out more, download a pdf which includes the transcript and reflective questions, and to end a response to Archbishop Mark, visit the RCADC Website
Heart to Heart Programme.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available at the following times during Lent: Saturday Evenings (4.30 pm – 5.00 pm) 28 February 7 March 21 March Sunday Mornings (9.45 am – 10.15 am) 1 March 8 March 15 March 22 March Wednesday Mornings (9.30 am – 9.50 am) 25 February 4 March 18 March 25 March 1 April
A basket for Lenten Alms will be placed at the foot of the altar: these donations will be split between HCPT (Hosanna House and Children’s Pilgrimage Trust) ( hcpt.org.uk ) and Aid to the Church in Need UK ( acnuk.org )
There will be no weekday adoration next week (Monday 16th - Friday 20th February) due to half term holidays. Adoration will be back to usual starting on Monday 23rd February from 10.30 am to 2.30 pm in our side chapel.
