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.

Holy Spirit

3rd Sunday of Lent Yr A Matthew

Written by: Joseph O’Hanlon

THE GOD WHO SPEAKS ...
ACTA
LECTIONARY COMMENTARY
THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
YEAR A
YEAR OF MATTHEW

Download: 3rd SUNDAY OF LENT YR A MATTHEW

Constitution - Please Read

Written by: Andrew Hornsby-Smith

Constitution as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation with voting members other than its charity trustees

Download: ACTA constitution January 2020 v4

COVID-19

Written by: Robert Mickens

By Robert Mickens


As COVID-19 spreads throughout the world, the disease is dominating everything – even Church affairs.

And, yet, it's said that laughter is the best medicine.

And we'll certainly all go crazy if we don't try to keep at least some sense of humour in the midst of all this.

So allow me to pass on some advise (that someone sent me) from a few illustrious saints and even a couple of notorious sinners.

-- "Stay calm and don't lose your head." – St. John the Baptist

-- "This is not the Apocalypse." – St. John the Evangelist

-- "Wash your hands often." – Pontius Pilate

-- "Avoid greeting people with a hug and kiss." – Judas

-- "Don't touch your eyes, nose, mouth or any open wounds." – St. Thomas the Apostle

-- "Pets and other animals cannot spread this disease." – St. Francis of Assisi

-- And, finally, "Avoid going to China." – Matteo Ricci

Oh, and don't forget: if someone from China tries to forcefully shake your hand, call Pope Francis!

Holy Spirit

2nd Sunday of Lent Yr A Matthew

Written by: Joseph O’Hanlon

THE GOD WHO SPEAKS ...
ACTA
LECTIONARY COMMENTARY
SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
YEAR A
YEAR OF MATTHEW

Download: 2nd Sunday of Lent Yr A Matthew

ACTA

Statement from ACTA National Team

Written by: Frank Callus

Delegates and Coordinators met in Birmingham on Saturday 29th February 2020. Prior to the meeting they had received the resignation of Martin Bennett [Liverpool] who has been National Chair for the last five years. He has taken on a significant role in the preparations for the Diocesan Synod in Liverpool and this required a significant investment of his time and effort. Members recalled the huge contribution he had made to ACTA in identifying key areas for its work at a national level. He was a generous leader, sharing his experience and insights, supportive and challenging in equal measure. A Vote of Thanks was passed recognising his thoughtful and imaginative leadership. 

Read more: Statement from ACTA National Team

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