Pope Benedict XVI has personally donated US$250,000 (£150,000) to support the ordinariate for former Anglicans, which is struggling to finance itself. Of the group’s 60 clergy some are retired but others still have young families to support.
Mgr Keith Newton said he was “very grateful” for the Pope’s support. “This gift is a great help and encouragement as we continue to grow and develop our distinctive ecclesial life, whilst seeking to contribte to the wider work of evangelisation in England and Wales.” Continue reading
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