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Fr Oswald's Home Retreat is live now! Start your journey of reflection today with Fr Oswald's latest retreat, and prepare your heart for Holy Week next week. Watch now - youtu.be/E2Wh0PH4cqY

Stations of the Cross by Sarah Sharpe opens today at Ampleforth Abbey. A powerful Holy Week exhibition reflecting on Christ's Passion through a mother's perspective, with poetry by Anji Dowson. Free entry. All are welcome for quiet reflection.

Spring mornings at Ampleforth Abbey, peaceful moments in every corner.

Make this Easter Sunday one to remember at Ampleforth Abbey. Enjoy a traditional roast with all the trimmings, perfect for family and friends. One day only, Sunday 5 April. Book Now - ampleforthabbey.org.uk/easte…

Today is the feast of St Joseph, remembered as the quiet guardian of the Holy Family. Known for humility, courage and faithfulness, he reminds us of the importance of caring for those entrusted to us.

Today we celebrate St Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. He is remembered for sharing the Christian faith and for the prayer: “Christ be with me, Christ within me”. His words still inspire people to reflect on faith, courage and purpose.

Today is the Feast of St Chad and St Cedd. Educated at Lindisfarne, the brothers founded a monastery at Lastingham in North Yorkshire. After Cedd's death in 664, Chad became Bishop of the Northumbrians and later the first Bishop of Lichfield, helping bring Christianity to Mercia.

Today we began Lent with Mass in the Abbey church and the blessing and imposition of ashes. “Lent is a time… to place the mystery of God back at the centre of our lives.” (Pope Leo XIV, Message for Lent 2026) May this penitential season renew our hearts and faith.

The 'Shriving Bell' Summoned Confessions: On Shrove Tuesday, church bells, known as "Shriving Bells," were rung to call people to confess their sins before Lent began.

Children's 'Shroving' Songs for Treats: Historically, children would go door-to-door singing traditional rhymes, requesting pancakes or other treats, a practice known as 'Shroving' or 'Lent-crocking'.