The International Centre of Newman Friends at Littlemore Oxford
In 1987 the Spiritual Family of the Work accepted the offer of the Birmingham Oratory, owner of “The College” at Littlemore, to act as custodians of the place where Newman was received into full communion with the Catholic Church. A registered Charity, The Society of The Work, was established and an International Centre of Newman Friends set up in 1988.
The leasehold of “The College” implying the day-to-day-care, the administration and maintenance of the buildings and gardens is a considerable task for The Society of The Work, that can only be fulfilled with the help of benefactors. For further information on how you can support The College click here.
“There it has been, that I have both been
taught my way and received an answer to my prayers.”
Newman, Letters and Diaries, XI 132/3
Newman’s oratory has again become a place of prayer and worship, with the officium, daily hours of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, and regular masses.
A substantial and specialized collection of Newman-related literature has been built up on the site of Newman’s own library, together with a standing exhibition of Newman memorabilia (prints, etchings, photographs, sculptures and original letters).
Visitors are welcome to visit Newman’s room and chapel and the museum and library for studies and research.
“The College” is open from Monday to Friday from 10.30 am to 12 noon and from 2 pm to 5 pm, and on Saturday and Sunday (except the last Sunday of the month) from 2 pm to 5 pm. Events at The College
For further details and other arrangements, e.g. celebration of Mass, guided tours and/or talks for groups, school parties, private retreats (six rooms available), use of the library for academic purposes, information and arrangements for visiting places connected with Newman in Littlemore and Oxford etc. please contact:
The International Centre of Newman Friends c/o The Society of The Work.
Ambrose Cottage, 9 College Lane, Littlemore Oxford OX4 4LQ.
Tel: 0044 1865 779743,
Fax: 0044 1865 773397,
e-mail: thework@uk2.net
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