| The Diocese
has entrusted the care of the parish to the Canons Regular of the
Lateran, a religious order of
priests who commit themselves to God in a particular way. Their inspiration is to be found in the Acts of the Apostles where the early Christian Community is described: "They remained faithful to the teaching of the
apostles, to |
Rev
Anthony Maggs |
These ideals were taken up by St. Augustine of Hippo, who put them into practice by living in community with his clergy.
 Rev Paul Rea |
His example and especially
his Rule form the foundation of the way of life of the
Order today. Their ministry is serving God's people in
Word and Sacrament in close co-operation with the Bishop
of the Diocese. Rev Anthony Maggs, also Abbot of the Confederation of the Canons Regular, is the Parish Priest. The other priests in the parish are: Rev Gary Murphy (Superior
of the English Province) Also resident in the Priory is Br Marcin, a student Canon Regular. Until July 2004, the Order also had the care of the parish of St Peter-in-Chains, Stroud Green, London. |
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| Other priests of the Order, Rev Paul Rea, and Rev Dennis O'Gorman are working in parishes in the West Country. | |||
For a full explanation of the Canons Regular, their foundation and way of life, click here.
Articles by Fr. Anthony Maggs C.R.L.
Links to other sites about Canons Regular
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