Catholics in England have not always prized their heritage as they might. It is good to see efforts being made to preserve for future generations some of what we have inherited from the past: the Mass stones carried by Recusant priests are moving in their simplicity and as testaments to quiet courage and fidelity; the missals and books of devotion, the bric-a-brac of Catholic life, all have a story to tell which is made poignant by association and familiar remembrance. Looking at the Bonham's sale catalogue of the latest offerings from Stanbrook, I was saddened to see lots of "old friends", including items from my own family (now, Wednesday, withdrawn after my sister and I contacted the community). This is what happens when a community makes certain decisions about itself. We cannot keep everything, it is true; but communities are stewards of the past for future generations. We need to remember that when much has been given on trust, much will also be demanded. (If you wish to view the online catalogue, see this We shall try to buy some of the church tiles for placement in our own church when that is built.)