Posts by Andrew Leach

Some of the music books we use

With a voice of singing

Tuesday 31 January 2023

A report on the music at Mass. We try to follow the principles expressed in the Vatican II Instruction Musicam Sacram, singing what should be sung, using music which is worthy and within the Anglican patrimony β€” that body of work which stretches from before the Reformation, through the music and texts of the Church of England which are consonant with Catholic teaching and practice.

Announcement of Easter and the Moveable Feasts 2023

Saturday 7 January 2023

The announcement of the year’s liturgical calendar, following an ancient tradition, is made after the Gospel reading in the Mass of the Epiphany.

Blessing of the House at Epiphany

Friday 6 January 2023

It’s customary to bless the house each year at Epiphany, with chalk and water which has been blessed for the purpose. This is generally distributed after Mass at Epiphany, and many churches make it freely available during the days afterward. PDF Magnificat From the east came the Magi to Bethlehem to adore the Lord; and […]

In memoriam His Holiness Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

Saturday 31 December 2022

The Holy See announced the death of Pope Benedict during the morning of 31 December 2022.

Christmas 2022

Saturday 24 December 2022

Details of Christmas celebrations with the Ordinariate in Eastbourne, December 2022

The King at the Accession Council (10 September 2022), with the Queen and Prince of Wales.

Daily Office: Prayers for The King and Royal Family

Saturday 17 September 2022

New versions of the State Prayers have been published following the death of Queen Elizabeth II and the accession of King Charles III.