Roman Catholic Bishopric Of The Forces
"Defende nos in Proelio"
Events
Sycamore
(Online course - 7 sessions on Teams Jan-Jul 2026)
All Welcome. Sycamore is an informal course about the Christian faith and explains the central beliefs and practices of Christianity. It gives you space to meet people and share ideas. Each session involves a short film and time for discussion. Ideal for those who are exploring the faith for the first time and for those who want to deepen the faith they already have. Sessions will be led by RAF Chaplains, Padres Ashley Mitchell and Dave Skillen.
We will meet for 7 sessions on MSTeams Mondays 8.00pm - 9.15pm. 26 January, 23 February, 23 March, 20 April, 18 May, 22 June and 13 July 2026. For further information, and to register your interest, please contact Padre Ashley Mitchell, ashley.mitchell258@mod.gov.uk
Annual Masses for the Royal Air Force - 2026
Once again there will be 2 Masses in 2026 for the Royal Air Force. All are welcome to join with the Bishop of the Forces, the RAF Principal Roman Catholic Chaplain, and the RAF Whole Force RC Community together in celebration.
The Masses will take place at the military Cathedral of St Michael and St George, Queen's Avenue, Aldershot at 1100 on Sunday 26 April 2026, and at The Central Church of the RAF, St Clement Danes, The Strand, London at 1400 on Thursday 8 October 2026.
Light refreshments will be served following both Masses. For further information, or to indicate your attendance, please contact Wg Cdr (rtd) Jem Wynne at jeremy.wynne109@mod.gov.uk. Serving personnel are invited to wear No. 1 uniform. All are very welcome to attend.
Annual Chrism Mass for the Bishopric of the Forces
Wednesday,18 March 2026
The annual Mass of Chrism will be celebrated by Bishop Paul at the military Cathedral of St Michael and St George, Queen's Avenue, Aldershot GU11 2BY at 1200 on Wednesday 18 March 2026.
At the Mass the Bishop will consecrate the holy oils used for the sacraments of baptism, confirmation, and the anointing of the sick throughout the Bishopric for the coming year.
The Mass is also an occasion for the gathered military chaplains to renew their priestly vows.
All are very welcome to attend. For further information, or to express your interest to attend, please contact diane.restall654@mod.gov.uk
International Military Pilgrimage to Lourdes
Thursday 21st May 2025, returning Monday 25th May 2026
Serving personnel may obtain details from their Military Chaplain or from the Pilgrimage Organiser: Father Nick Gosnell, Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George, Queens Avenue, Aldershot, Hampshire GU11 2BY. Tel: 01252 315042.
The Travel agents are Tangney Tours, Pilgrim House, Station Road, Borough Green, Kent TN15 8AF. Tel: 01732 886666
