Waveney Valley Catholic Parish, Beccles, Bungay, Harleston & Gillingham

31/03/2026

"And when you pray, do not keep on babbling, for they think they will be heard because of their many words." Anyone at the Chrism Mass might wish they had taken heed of those words...

19/03/2026

In addition to the advertised Masses for Holy Week and Easter there will be a 10am Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Gillingham, on Easter morning, celebrated by Fr Stephen Bould

16/03/2026

10/03/2026

“Gender equality is a global issue. All over the world there are women and men who see dignity and equality of every human being as a basic lesson of Christianity, and they cannot accept anymore that this lesson is not put into practice in the Church structures and its everyday life. Their unity among differences, their empowerment and dedication show that change is already happening,” says Zuzanna Flisowska, General Manager of Voices of Faith.

17/02/2026

https://www.awarenessdays.com/awareness-days-calendar/random-acts-of-kindness-day/

Random Acts of Kindness Day is a wonderful occasion that encourages people to spread love, compassion, and positivity through small, unexpected acts of

13/02/2026

THE OBLIGATIONS AND RIGHTS OF ALL THE CHRISTIAN FAITHFUL (Cann. 208 - 223) ""No one is permitted to harm illegitimately the good reputation which a person possesses nor to injure the right of any person to protect his or her own privacy". (Canon 220)

02/02/2026

https://safespacesenglandandwales.org.uk/.

What is Church Abuse?

Our service is for people who have experienced any kind of abuse – this includes (but is not limited to) sexual violence, inappropriate sexual behaviour, physical abuse, financial abuse or exploitation, psychological abuse (including spiritual abuse), domestic abuse, coercive and controlling behaviour and so-called conversion therapy.

The impact will be different for different people and vary according to the type and extent of the abuse. Assumptions cannot be made that abuse which we might assume to be less serious has had a less damaging impact on someone. There is some evidence that the impact of abuse can be especially severe when the abuse has occurred within the church and has been justified by religious concepts. In particular, survivors can feel betrayed both by the abuser and by God.

We can help you to process and understand the impact that any abuse has had on you and those around you.

Safe Spaces Helpline: 0300 303 1056 Monday to Friday: 09:00-21:00Saturdays: 09:00-13:00Sundays: 13:00-17:00 Safe Spaces is delivered by First Light Safe Spaces is a free and independent support service, providing a confidential, personal and safe space for anyone who has been abused by someone in th...

01/02/2026

It is with reluctance and regret. I was not given a choice.

05/01/2026

The 'Move it or Lose it' exercise class at the presbytery on Tuesday 6 January is cancelled because of bad weather and the state of the roads