MISSION statement:

We are a group of Catholics, some of whom are ordained, brought together by our love of Christ's Church and our anxiety about its future. Still inspired by the Second Vatican Council, we want to contribute fully to the life of our Church so that we may be a more effective sign of the Kingdom of God. To do this, we believe that an atmosphere of openness and dialogue both with each other and with our church leadership needs developing. Accordingly, we aim to supply channels of free and frank communication. We desire to help create a climate of trust and respect for all where this dialogue may be fostered.

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.

Tony Hoey - RIP

Written by: Alex Walker

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.