The Servant of God Rafael Cardinal Merry de Val was Pope Piux X’s secretary of state and a distinguished musician and scholar. Although from a Spanish noble house, the Cardinal was born in England and baptised at St James’s Spanish Place, a church to which the Priory has a strong connection - two nights a week, the Order feeds the poor and homeless there. The Cardinal was also a member of the Order.

On his anniversary, 26 February, at 6:45pm there will be a requiem Mass celebrated at in the Lady Chapel of St James’ Spanish Place, given to the church by Cardinal Merry de Val’s family.

All are welcome to attend.