Message from Bishop Patrick

"Bishop Patrick, on behalf of all of us who have benefitted from John’s gifted journalism, welcomes this opportunity to thank him for his work as editor of ‘Catholic News’, a newspaper which has enjoyed a wide reach across the Diocese of Nottingham. Thanks to John’s editorship, the monthly publication - of which there have now been 314 editions - has been a trusted and engaging outlet, profiling the excellent work of parishes, schools, and organisations alike.

Messages from around the Diocese

From David Lodge

Having worked for and alongside John from the very first issue of the Catholic News, I would like to say it has been a pleasure working with you over the past 24 years and I would like to wish you the happiest of retirements.

From Frank Goulding

I would like to associate myself with all the good wishes to John Clawson as he retires. In an age of reduced circulation of print editions of newspapers he has given outstanding service to the Church and Catholic journalism at a crucial time for all of us.

From Annette Stuart

We very much appreciate all the coverage you have given to Through the Roof as a charity over the last year – it has made such a difference in helping us get better known throughout the UK, so we can support churches more with disability inclusion.

All blessings on you and your colleagues.