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MISSION statement: Revised 2026

We are a group of Catholics, some of whom are ordained, brought together by our love of Christ’s Church and a desire to be part of the synodal renewal it needs.
 
Inspired by the legacy of the Second Vatican Council, and the call to Synodality for the Church of the third millennium, we want to contribute fully to the life of our Church so that it may be a more effective and inclusive sign of the Kingdom of God.
 
To enable this, we wish to promote listening, dialogue and receptivity within the Church, and with all people of good will, open to the promptings of the Holy Spirit.
 
Accordingly, we aim to facilitate opportunities to share experiences, practices and insights to discern our hopes and aims for the Church in the world today.

THEOLOGY statement:

ACTA is a movement built from below by clergy and laity alike in every diocese in England and Wales. It exists to give those people an effective voice. It is an instrument to establish and promote space for a trusting dialogue within a hierarchically structured people’s Church.
 
ACTA believes that the reforms of the Second Vatican Council are the only way forward for mission to modern society. It is not a small chapel of selected followers; it believes in the Church as a “big tent”, with open doors. As a free and representative association of believers, it seeks to liberate the expertise in the ranks, so as to bring added energy and witness to the Church in the world.

The “Sensus Fidei” and the Synod

Written by: Brian Pointer
Published: 12 February 2015

In 2014 there were two events which at first did not seem to be connected. The first was the preparation for and the taking place of the first session of the Synod on family life and the second was the publication of the document “Sensus Fidei in the Life of the Church” by the International Theological Commission. However, after studying the document it became clear to me that in fact the two are intimately linked.

Read more: The “Sensus Fidei” and the Synod

Tony Hoey - RIP

Written by: Alex Walker
Published: 09 February 2015

It is sadness that we inform you of the death of Tony on January 22nd - suddenly. Our prayers go out to Elizabeth and family.

Tony wrote the following about himself when he joined ACTA: An active RC all my life. For many years a member of the De La Salles (FSC). Joined the Charismatic Renewal in 1970. Have been very active in the pro-life movement in the past. Married with three grown up children, 4 grandchildren and two wonderful children-in-law. Retired teacher.

Prof. Gavin D'Costa Talk - 22/02/15

Written by: Alex Walker
Published: 02 February 2015

 Gavin D'Costa flier for 22 Feb 2015

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Celebrating Easter

Written by: Alex Walker
Published: 17 January 2015

A day for discovering more about liturgy

Saturday 28 February 2015

Speakers: Juliette Day, Kevin McGinnell, Peter McGrail, Thomas O’Loughlin, and Patricia Rumsey

Poor Clare Monastery, Arkley, Barnet

All welcome, but pre-booking essential

Further details: stclaresarkley@yahoo.co.uk

Why I Support ACTA – Voices from Shrewsbury

Written by: Alex Walker
Published: 14 January 2015

Why I Support ACTA – Voices from Shrewsbury (090115)

ACTA is about promoting dialogue within the Catholic Church and ensuring people can speak and listen to each other openly and honestly and without fear.

In December, we invited ACTA supporters from Shrewsbury to write a few sentences ‘from the heart’ about what draws them to ACTA. (“There are no ‘right’ reasons - just ‘your’ reason...”)

Quite varied in length, content and style, these first contributions give a very personal indication as to why ACTA matters. They reflect a wide range of viewpoints, some of which are quite forthright, all of which are heartfelt.

I you would like to add your voice, please send your contribution to: martinandmaria@lineone.net

(Martin Higgins (ACTA coordinator, Shrewsbury)       Why I Support ACTA Voices from Shrewsbury

Read more: Why I Support ACTA – Voices from Shrewsbury

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