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SUMMARY:Book Club: Wayfaring Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Monday 1st June at 7.30pm to 9pm for the first meeting of the NBCW Women in the Church Book Club. Over the next few months we will explore paths of aspiritual journey when as we read ‘Wayfaring: A Gospel Journey into Life’ by Margaret Silf. \n\n\n\nFor our next session we don’t have a set number of chapters we to read. Please start at Chapter 1 and see how far you get as the content is very rich. \n\n\n\nSome suggestions for your reading and preparation for our next meeting. \n\n\n\nAs you read write down: \n\n\n\n\nThe emotions you experience as you work through the chapter (surprise\, intrigue\, joy\, scepticism?)\n\n\n\nWhat resonated with you: choose 1 or 2 examples to explore.\n\n\n\nWhat surprised you the most?\n\n\n\n\nWe have agreed to use the synodal process with each of us having 2-3 minutes to share a reflection with the group- uninterrupted. \n\n\n\nWhen all those who wish to speak have had their turn\, we will then open up the discussion to the whole group. \n\n\n\nDo have a pen and paper for your notes and don’t forget the cup of tea or glass of wine! \n\n\n\nThe book is available new on Amazon and Eden. It is available second hand from World of Books\, Awesome Books and AbeBooks.
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/book-club-wayfaring-part-1/
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SUMMARY:Social media\, pornography\, grooming and the Catholic response. Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Social Media\, Pornography\, Grooming: The Catholic Response \n\n\n\nJoin us for an engaging\, two-part webinar suited to anyone with a community interest on safeguarding young people online. Explore the realities shaping today’s digital world and their impact on human dignity and relationships. This informative and faith-informed discussion will discuss social media influence\, the harms of pornography\, the dangers of grooming and exploitation\, and a compassionate Catholic ethical and pastoral response. \n\n\n\nFeaturing: \n\n\n\nPatricia Stoat: NBCW Science\, Environment and Bioethics Committee. \n\n\n\nDr Elizabeth Dalgarno: University of Manchester and NBCW VAWG Committee. \n\n\n\nDr Mary McHugh: NBCW Science\, Environment and Bioethics Committee. \n\n\n\nPoster – Social Media\, Pornography\, Grooming The Catholic ResponseDownload
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/social-media-pornography-grooming-and-the-catholic-response-part-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T134548Z
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SUMMARY:Social media\, pornography\, grooming\, and the Catholic response. Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging\, two-part webinar suited to anyone with a community interest on safeguarding young people online. Explore the realities shaping today’s digital world and their impact on human dignity and relationships. This informative and faith-informed discussion will discuss social media influence\, the harms of pornography\, the dangers of grooming and exploitation\, and a compassionate Catholic ethical and pastoral response. \n\n\n\nFeaturing: \n\n\n\nPatricia Stoat: NBCW Science\, Environment and Bioethics Committee. \n\n\n\nDr Elizabeth Dalgarno: University of Manchester and NBCW VAWG Committee. \n\n\n\nDr Mary McHugh: NBCW Science\, Environment and Bioethics Committee \n\n\n\nPoster – Social Media\, Pornography\, Grooming The Catholic ResponseDownload
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/social-media-pornography-grooming-and-the-catholic-response-part-1/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T135359Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Meeting - May
DESCRIPTION:The executive will meet online.
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/executive-meeting-may-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132906Z
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SUMMARY:Professional & Faith Life: Catholic Women in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Professional & Faith Life – Catholic Women in the Workplace \n\n\n\n\n\nThe National Board of Catholic Women is launching a new way of accompanying women. One that honours the depth\, complexity\, and beauty of women’s lives. \n\n\n\nCatholic Women Walking with Women: A Faith Journey Through Life’s Seasons is a year-long webinar series designed to meet women where they truly are\, in the real circumstances and rhythms of life\, and to explore how God walks with us in every season. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn our May event please join Marie Southall and Anne-Marie Drozdzewski as they discuss: \n\n\n\n\nLiving faith in a secular work environment\n\n\n\nEthical challenges and witnessing to Christ in professional life\n\n\n\nWork-life balance and spiritual well-being\n\n\n\n\nWalking-with-women-MayDownload
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/walking-with-women-may/
CATEGORIES:Formation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T203000
DTSTAMP:20260324T203821Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Executive will be meeting on Zoom to finalise role allocation.
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/executive-meeting-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T210000
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SUMMARY:Diocesan Link Spring Update
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URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/diocesan-link-spring-update/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T120455Z
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SUMMARY:Balancing Faith & Family: Catholic Mothers raising children and the role of grandparents
DESCRIPTION:The National Board of Catholic Women is launching a new way of accompanying women. One that honours the depth\, complexity\, and beauty of women’s lives. \n\n\n\nCatholic Women Walking with Women: A Faith Journey Through Life’s Seasons is a year-long webinar series designed to meet women where they truly are\, in the real circumstances and rhythms of life\, and to explore how God walks with us in every season. \n\n\n\nIn our April event join us in conversation with Em Leaky as she discusses: \n\n\n\n\nNurturing Catholic faith in children\n\n\n\nThe role of the domestic church in everyday life\n\n\n\nManaging stress and finding time for personal spirituality
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/walking-with-women-april/
CATEGORIES:Formation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T203000
DTSTAMP:20260216T112246Z
CREATED:20260216T112243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T112246Z
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SUMMARY:Convenors April
DESCRIPTION:Convenors of committees will be meeting to discuss work and planning
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/convenors-april/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260409T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260409T203000
DTSTAMP:20260318T191748Z
CREATED:20260116T145506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T191748Z
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SUMMARY:Phyllis Zagano in conversation with NBCW
DESCRIPTION:This event was originally scheduled for Thursday 26th February. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an update on the Synod on Synodality’s considerations on women in the life of the Church\, in conversation with Dr. Phyllis Zagano\, world expert on the question of women deacons and a member of Pope Francis’s initial commission on the topic. Dr. Zagano is the author or editor of twenty-seven books\, hundreds of academic and general articles\, whose monthly column “Just Catholic” is syndicated by the Religion News Service. \n\n\n\nHer most recent book is Just Church: Catholic Social Teaching\, Synodality\, and Women (Paulist Press\, 2023) \n\n\n\nThis event is free to members of the NBCW and £5 for non-members. If you have not received your member ticket code please contact the secretary. \n\n\n\n\nClick here to buy ticketsSell tickets online with Ticket Tailor \n\n\n\nThe Synod and Women Which Way to the Future (Flyer (A4))Download
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/phyllis-zagano-in-conversation-with-nbcw/
CATEGORIES:Formation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260330T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260330T200000
DTSTAMP:20260327T213956Z
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SUMMARY:Christian Charity
DESCRIPTION:Start your Holy Week with an insightful talk on Christian Charity with Jacintha Bowe\, President of the NBCW. \n\n\n\nThis talk will explore the meaning and importance of Christian charity in today’s world. Jacintha Bowe will share her experiences and insights on how we can all make a difference through acts of kindness and compassion. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you to this enriching and informative session to kick off your Holy Week. Please prepare for the session by giving some thought to your own motivations for charity. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85903381064 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 859 0338 1064
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/christian-charity/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T200000
DTSTAMP:20260303T212805Z
CREATED:20251215T205505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T212805Z
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SUMMARY:Embracing New Life – Pregnancy\, Birth & Motherhood in Faith
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Emma O’Connell \n\n\n\nNB This event was originally scheduled for 24th February \n\n\n\nThe National Board of Catholic Women is launching a new way of accompanying women. One that honours the depth\, complexity\, and beauty of women’s lives. \n\n\n\nCatholic Women Walking with Women: A Faith Journey Through Life’s Seasons is a year-long webinar series designed to meet women where they truly are\, in the real circumstances and rhythms of life\, and to explore how God walks with us in every season. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis session features Emma O’Connell as she speaks on: \n\n\n\n\nThe spiritual significance of pregnancy and motherhood\n\n\n\nCatholic teachings on life and parenting\n\n\n\nFinding strength in prayer and the sacramental life\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Walking with Women:\n\n\n\nGod is already at work in the lives of women; at every age\, every stage\, and every experience. The Church is called to walk alongside women as they discover His presence. \n\n\n\nWomen’s faith journeys are not linear. They move through transitions\, joys\, losses\, questions\, and new beginnings. Each stage shapes our sense of identity\, vocation\, and relationship with God. This initiative seeks to create a place where women can reflect on: \n\n\n\n\nWhere is God in this moment of my life?\n\n\n\nHow is this stage shaping my faith\, my relationships\, my purpose?\n\n\n\nWhere have I found grace\, strength\, challenge\, or consolation?\n\n\n\n\nAcross the twelve months\, the series accompanies women from young adulthood to later life: exploring love\, motherhood\, work\, grief\, purpose\, menopause\, caregiving\, single life\,grandparenting\, retirement\, and the search for meaning in changing circumstances. \n\n\n\nIt makes space for experiences often held in silence: miscarriage\, infertility\, loneliness\, vocational uncertainty\, and the longing for community. \n\n\n\nEach webinar will feature guest speakers (theologians\, pastoral leaders\, Catholic authors\, and everyday women sharing experiences)\, guided reflections\, Q&A discussions\, networking\, and prayerful moments.
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/embracing-new-life-pregnancy-birth-motherhood-in-faith/
CATEGORIES:Formation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T200000
DTSTAMP:20260217T112953Z
CREATED:20260217T112950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T112953Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Meeting - March
DESCRIPTION:The executive will meet online.
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/executive-meeting-march-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T143000
DTSTAMP:20260316T115241Z
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SUMMARY:WUCWO EVENT: Lay and Consecrated - Co-responsible in the mission
DESCRIPTION:Our friends at WUCWO are running a webinar\, prepared by WUCWO’s School for Synodality.  \n\n\n\n[This is] an opportunity to explore concrete areas of cooperation\, to share and to discover ways of strengthening our joint action—where we need one another and where we complement each other. We hope to create a space where the experience and witness of the speakers inspire each participant to contribute to our common mission. Come and take part\, because when we work together\, the Church grows stronger and her mission is enriched. Your contribution matters! \n\n\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/wucwo-event-lay-and-consecrated-co-responsible-in-the-mission/
CATEGORIES:Mission
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T210000
DTSTAMP:20260226T221116Z
CREATED:20251119T214942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T221116Z
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SUMMARY:AGM 2026
DESCRIPTION:The National Board of Catholic Women will hold its 2026 Annual General Meeting on Wednesday\, 11 March 2026\, at 7.00pm. This meeting will bring together members\, diocesan links\, representatives of affiliated organisations\, and the Executive to review the work of the past year and to look ahead to upcoming priorities. \n\n\n\nThe AGM will include formal reports from officers and committee convenors\, presentation of plans for the forthcoming year\, and any constitutional or governance matters requiring the attention or approval of the membership. All members are warmly invited to attend and participate. \n\n\n\nTopic: NBCW AGMTime: Mar 11\, 2026 07:00 PM LondonJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83014960006?pwd=R5b26z3YgD6V5woYLUctas7zGmEERR.1 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 830 1496 0006Passcode: 356646
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/agm-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260302T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260302T200000
DTSTAMP:20260302T121021Z
CREATED:20260128T210739Z
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SUMMARY:World Day of Prayer as a Women's Ecumenical Movement
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ecumenical Committee of the NBCW as we explore the origins of world day of prayer\, why you should get involved\, and how this year’s programme was completed. \n\n\n\nJoin us online here: \n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87985336355?pwd=glM5Nbc2B2LjiIZBaCsV0ZBltggOJI.1 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 879 8533 6355Passcode: 917898
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/world-day-of-prayer/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T210000
DTSTAMP:20251121T230605Z
CREATED:20251121T230600Z
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UID:2654-1769626800-1769634000@www.nbcw.co.uk
SUMMARY:Board Meeting 2026
DESCRIPTION:Members are warmly invited to attend the NBCW Board Meeting on Wednesday 11th March 2026 at 7pm. We look forward to your participation and valuable contributions. \n\n\n\nThe theme of this meeting will be “Looking forward to 2026” with an aim of formulating a question for the forum later this year. \n\n\n\nMembers will be sent a Zoom link by email. If you have not received a link by Monday 19th January please contact the secretary.
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/board-meeting-2026/
CATEGORIES:Board
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T200000
DTSTAMP:20251216T213943Z
CREATED:20251215T205807Z
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SUMMARY:Discerning Love - Engaged Catholic Women & The Journey to Marriage
DESCRIPTION:The National Board of Catholic Women is launching a new way of accompanying women. One that honours the depth\, complexity\, and beauty of women’s lives. \n\n\n\nCatholic Women Walking with Women: A Faith Journey Through Life’s Seasons is a year-long webinar series designed to meet women where they truly are\, in the real circumstances and rhythms of life\, and to explore how God walks with us in every season. \n\n\n\nThis session features Weronika Felcis as she speaks on:The Sacrament of Marriage: Vocation & PreparationNavigating faith\, values\, and expectations as a coupleThe role of community \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Weronika Felcis\n\n\n\nWeronika Felcis is a Catholic sociologist and social activist who brings an interdisciplinary perspective to her work across Europe. Educated in Poland and England\, she has lived in Latvia for over a decade and describes herself as a “Pole among Latvians.” She is the mother of four children and has been happily married for almost fifteen years. \n\n\n\nWeronika has been active in Andante since 2018 as a member of the Latvian Catholic Women’s Association and Tekla\, and in May 2025 became Andante’s first Eastern European Co-President. Her work is shaped by a deep commitment to service\, guided by her belief that true greatness is measured not by what we possess\, but by how many people we serve. \n\n\n\nAbout Women Walking with Women:\n\n\n\nGod is already at work in the lives of women; at every age\, every stage\, and every experience. The Church is called to walk alongside women as they discover His presence. \n\n\n\nWomen’s faith journeys are not linear. They move through transitions\, joys\, losses\, questions\, and new beginnings. Each stage shapes our sense of identity\, vocation\, and relationship with God. This initiative seeks to create a place where women can reflect on: \n\n\n\n\nWhere is God in this moment of my life?\n\n\n\nHow is this stage shaping my faith\, my relationships\, my purpose?\n\n\n\nWhere have I found grace\, strength\, challenge\, or consolation?\n\n\n\n\nAcross the twelve months\, the series accompanies women from young adulthood to later life—exploring love\, motherhood\, work\, grief\, purpose\, menopause\, caregiving\, single life\, grandparenting\, retirement\, and the search for meaning in changing circumstances. It  takes space for experiences often held in silence: miscarriage\, infertility\, loneliness\, vocational uncertainty\, and the longing for community. \n\n\n\nEach webinar will feature guest speakers (theologians\, pastoral leaders\, Catholic authors\, and everyday women sharing experiences)\, guided reflections\, Q&A discussions\, networking\, and prayerful moments.
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/discerning-love-engaged-catholic-women-the-journey-to-marriage/
CATEGORIES:Formation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T200000
DTSTAMP:20251119T215236Z
CREATED:20251119T215231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T215236Z
UID:2652-1768417200-1768420800@www.nbcw.co.uk
SUMMARY:Executive Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Executive will be meeting on Zoom.
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/executive-meeting-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251217T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251217T204500
DTSTAMP:20251125T202637Z
CREATED:20251121T232526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T202637Z
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SUMMARY:Poetry for Christmas - Advent Calendar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a gentle\, reflective series on the first three Wednesdays of December at 8pm to 8.45pm on Zoom\, as we pause amid the business of Advent to focus our hearts on Christ. \n\n\n\nEach evening\, we’ll spend a short time together reflecting on a different piece of Christmas poetry\, allowing space for quiet contemplation\, prayer\, and stillness as we prepare for the joy of the season. All are warmly welcome. \n\n\n\nWednesday 3rd December – Jacintha reflects on Denise Levertov’s Annunciation.  \n\n\n\nWednesday 10th December – Patricia reflects on UA Fanthorpe’s Christmas Poems. \n\n\n\nWednesday 17th December – Janet reflects on Rowan Williams’ Advent Calendar.
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/poetry-for-christmas-advent-calendar/
CATEGORIES:Communion
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251210T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251210T204500
DTSTAMP:20251203T211249Z
CREATED:20251121T231217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T211249Z
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SUMMARY:Poetry for Christmas - Christmas Poems
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a gentle\, reflective series on the first three Wednesdays of December at 8pm to 8.45pm on Zoom\, as we pause amid the business of Advent to focus our hearts on Christ. \n\n\n\nEach evening\, we’ll spend a short time together reflecting on a different piece of Christmas poetry\, allowing space for quiet contemplation\, prayer\, and stillness as we prepare for the joy of the season. All are warmly welcome. \n\n\n\nWednesday 3rd December – Jacintha reflects on Denise Levertov’s Annunciation.  \n\n\n\nWednesday 10th December – Patricia reflects on UA Fanthorpe’s Christmas Poems. \n\n\n\nWednesday 17th December – Janet reflects on Rowan Williams’ Advent Calendar. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87387953196?pwd=saPEavKvbMsn9Qa1MapAWr4Xow8pae.1 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 873 8795 3196Passcode: 510762
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/poetry-for-christmas-christmas-poems/
CATEGORIES:Communion
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SUMMARY:NBCW Book Club: For the Good of the Church
DESCRIPTION:The NBCW invites you to discuss their latest book club pick: For the Good of the Church by Gabrielle Thomas. The focus of the book is the concept of receptive ecumenism and how it can help churches. \n\n\n\nYou can buy the book directly from SCM Press or from Eden. The NBCW have a few copies available to borrow. If you would like one sent to you please contact the Secretary. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Zoom MeetingTopic: Book ClubTime: Dec 8\, 2025 07:45 PM LondonJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87054837630?pwd=kKfGEeU0y7G5d5oMJPzwkIr9ZKLlal.1 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 870 5483 7630Passcode: 006361 \n\n\n\n\nWhat do we need to learn and receive from the other to help us address challenges or wounds in our own tradition? That is the key question asked in what has come to be known as ‘receptive ecumenism’. And nowhere is this question more pressing and pertinent than in women’s experiences within the church. \n\n\n\nBased on qualitative research from five focus groups\, ‘For the Good of the Church‘ expose the difficulties women face when they work in a church – sexism\, unfulfilled vocation\, and abuse of power and privilege\, as well as the wide range of gifts and skills which women bring in light of these. \n\n\n\nThe second part of the book continues to draw on the particular wounds and gifts\, which arise in the focus groups. Specific case studies are used to identify gifts of theology\, practice\, experience\, vocation and power. \n\n\n\nAgainst negative prognoses of an ‘ecumenical winter’\, Gabrielle Thomas reveals how radically different theological and ecclesiological perspectives can be a space for learning and receiving gifts for the well-being of the whole Church.
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/nbcw-book-club-for-the-good-of-the-church/
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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UID:2595-1764792000-1764794700@www.nbcw.co.uk
SUMMARY:Poetry for Christmas - Annunciation
DESCRIPTION:NB: This event was originally scheduled for 7pm \n\n\n\nJoin us for a gentle\, reflective series on the first three Wednesdays of December at 8pm to 8.45pm on Zoom\, as we pause amid the business of Advent to focus our hearts on Christ. \n\n\n\nEach evening\, we’ll spend a short time together reflecting on a different piece of Christmas poetry\, allowing space for quiet contemplation\, prayer\, and stillness as we prepare for the joy of the season. All are warmly welcome. \n\n\n\nWednesday 3rd December – Jacintha reflects on Denise Levertov’s Annunciation.  \n\n\n\nWednesday 10th December – Patricia reflects on UA Fanthorpe’s Christmas Poems. \n\n\n\nWednesday 17th December – Janet reflects on Rowan Williams’ Advent Calendar. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87387953196?pwd=saPEavKvbMsn9Qa1MapAWr4Xow8pae.1 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 873 8795 3196Passcode: 510762 \n\n\n\nLevertov Advent The Annunciation-2Download
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/poetry-for-christmas/
CATEGORIES:Communion
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T210000
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UID:2566-1764187200-1764190800@www.nbcw.co.uk
SUMMARY:Diocesan Link meeting
DESCRIPTION:Diocesan Links will be meeting to discuss the ‘view from their pews’ and support each other. Please contact the secretary if you need a link to the meeting. This meeting was originally scheduled for Tuesday 25th November at 7pm.
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/diocesan-link-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Communion
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T193000
DTSTAMP:20251017T105644Z
CREATED:20250930T084636Z
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UID:2557-1764181800-1764185400@www.nbcw.co.uk
SUMMARY:Convenors meeting
DESCRIPTION:The main points of the previous meeting can be found here.
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/convenors-meeting-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T200000
DTSTAMP:20251114T145825Z
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UID:2591-1764010800-1764014400@www.nbcw.co.uk
SUMMARY:Women at the margins today: reality\, solidarity and hope
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for this webinar featuring Dr Amy Louise Daughton as she discusses the exploitation of women in today’s society and the diagnosis and response to be found in recent Catholic social teaching. \n\n\n\nAmy is Associate Professor of Practical Theology at the University of Birmingham and Chair of Trustees for Women@TheWell\, a charity that works with women who have experienced\, or are at risk of\, sexual exploitation. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84462900102?pwd=U2rAbRVctERytfnK1eUt6UvpD7HvgW.1 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 844 6290 0102Passcode: 527996
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/women-at-the-margins-today/
CATEGORIES:Communion
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T200000
DTSTAMP:20240403T093147Z
CREATED:20240329T145820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T093147Z
UID:1507-1763578800-1763582400@www.nbcw.co.uk
SUMMARY:Executive Meeting: November
DESCRIPTION:The executive committee will be meeting on Zoom at 7pm on Wednesday 19th November 2025.
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/executive-meeting-november/
CATEGORIES:Executive
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251117T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251117T210000
DTSTAMP:20251114T143344Z
CREATED:20251011T121016Z
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UID:2581-1763407800-1763413200@www.nbcw.co.uk
SUMMARY:NBCW Book Club: For the Good of the Church
DESCRIPTION:The NBCW invites you to discuss their latest book club pick: For the Good of the Church by Gabrielle Thomas. The focus of the book is the concept of receptive ecumenism and how it can help churches.  \n\n\n\nYou can buy the book directly from SCM Press or from Eden. The NBCW have a few copies available to borrow. If you would like one sent to you please contact the Secretary. \n\n\n\nThe focus of the book is the concept of receptive ecumenism and how it can help churches. This session will be focused on Pages 39 to 86. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81046087147?pwd=U3RjZmJ0YU1nRUgwRTkvUUs5c2VUUT09Meeting ID: 810 4608 7147Passcode: 639016 \n\n\n\n\nWhat do we need to learn and receive from the other to help us address challenges or wounds in our own tradition? That is the key question asked in what has come to be known as ‘receptive ecumenism’. And nowhere is this question more pressing and pertinent than in women’s experiences within the church. \n\n\n\nBased on qualitative research from five focus groups\, ‘For the Good of the Church‘ expose the difficulties women face when they work in a church – sexism\, unfulfilled vocation\, and abuse of power and privilege\, as well as the wide range of gifts and skills which women bring in light of these. \n\n\n\nThe second part of the book continues to draw on the particular wounds and gifts\, which arise in the focus groups. Specific case studies are used to identify gifts of theology\, practice\, experience\, vocation and power. \n\n\n\nAgainst negative prognoses of an ‘ecumenical winter’\, Gabrielle Thomas reveals how radically different theological and ecclesiological perspectives can be a space for learning and receiving gifts for the well-being of the whole Church. \n\n\n\n\nPrevious meetings: \n\n\n\n6th October \n\n\n\n27th October
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/nbcw-book-club-for-the-good-of-the-church-2/
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251111T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251111T170000
DTSTAMP:20250920T051449Z
CREATED:20250920T051445Z
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UID:2527-1762848000-1762880400@www.nbcw.co.uk
SUMMARY:Submission Deadline
DESCRIPTION:All 2026 spending plans and reports are to be collated before this date.
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/submission-deadline/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251015T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251015T213000
DTSTAMP:20251016T125027Z
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UID:1537-1760558400-1760563800@www.nbcw.co.uk
SUMMARY:Keeping Women Out of Prison
DESCRIPTION:The Social Responsibility Committee of the National Board of Catholic Women invites you to  \n\n\n\nWomen in the Criminal Justice System: Keeping Women Out of Prison\n\n\n\nJoin us for this inspirational event\, and together we will explore the challenges faced by women in the justice system and discuss constructive alternatives as we learn more about the issues\, hear from experts\, and reflect on how we\, as people of faith\, can support women in finding hope and dignity outside of prison. \n\n\n\nwith \n\n\n\nEmily Evison\, Prison Reform Trust (PRT) andJulia Corcoran\, Prison Advice and Care Trust (PACT) \n\n\n\nand chaired by Bishop Richard Moth\, Liaison Bishop for Prisons. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgramme of Events\n\n\n\n\nWelcome and Protocol (Rose Cartledge – Social Responsibility Committee Convenor)\n\n\n\nOpening prayer (Bishop Moth – Liaison Bishop for Prisons)\n\n\n\nIntroduction of topic and speakers (Bishop Moth)\n\n\n\n\nPresentations\n\n\n\n\nResetting approaches to women’s imprisonment\, Emily Evison – Prisons Reform Trust (20 minutes)\n\n\n\nPACT and Picking up the pieces\, Julia Corcoran – Prisons Advice and Care Trust (20 minutes) \n\n\n\n\nForum and Discussion\n\n\n\n\nBreakout room on discussion of two questions\, with reference to work in your parishes or personal experience (10 minutes)\n\n\n\nFeedback from breakout discussions (10 minutes)\n\n\n\nConcluding reflections (Bishop Richard)\n\n\n\nVote of Thanks (5 minutes) (Patricia Stoat – Social Responsibility Commitee)\n\n\n\nFinal Prayer (Bishop Richard)\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\nEmily Evison\n\n\n\nEmily Evison leads on women’s policy at the Prison Reform Trust (PRT)\, an independent UK wide charity working to create a just\, humane and effective prison system. She previously worked on PRT’s National Lottery funded\, large scale “Transforming Lives: reducing women’s imprisonment” programme. Before joining PRT in 2018\, Emily studied MSc Criminal Justice Policy at LSE and also mentored at PLIAS Resettlement for a number of years\, a charity which supports people to resettle back into communities after a prison sentence. \n\n\n\nJulia Corcoran\n\n\n\nJulia Corcoran currently works for PACT – the Prison Advice and Care Trust  – as the Head of Faith in Action. She previously worked for Operation Noah as the Bright Now Campaign Manager. Julia has worked nearly 15 years in the charity sector working with faith organisations and Catholic charities and has expertise in fundraising\, campaigning\, leadership training\, volunteer management and project management. She also hosts a podcast for Thinking Faith (a work of Jesuits in Britain) called “Things I wish I knew” and is a trustee of CSAN (Caritas Social Action Network). \n\n\n\nBishop Richard Moth\n\n\n\nBishop Richard was born in Zambia in 1958\, but was brought up in Kent. He was ordained to the priesthood on 3rd July 1982. From 2009 to 2015\, he served as Bishop of the Armed Forces and was installed as the fifth bishop of the Diocese of Arundel and Brighton on the 28th May 2015\, at Arundel Cathedral. \n\n\n\nBishop Richard is Chair of Governors at St Mary’s University in Twickenham and Chair of the Department for Social Justice for the Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales. One of Bishop Richard’s key responsibilities within the department is his role as Liaison Bishop for Prisons. He has been outspoken on a number of issues affecting prisoners and their families including the dangers of overcrowding\, the impact of Covid-19 and the importance of creating a criminal justice system ‘that works and offers a genuinely rehabilitative environment… [bringing] humanity and hope to our prison estate.’ \n\n\n\nBishop Richard’s motto ‘Pax et Gaudium in Domino‘ is reflected in his Coat of Arms\, it means ‘Peace and Joy in the Lord’. Bishop Richard chose this motto to express the joy of the Gospel. \n\n\n\nKeeping Women out of Prison – Questions for breakout roomsDownload
URL:https://www.nbcw.co.uk/event/keeping-women-out-of-prison/
CATEGORIES:Mission,Social Responsibility
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