Bishop Kieran Says 'Be Reconciled for Lent'

As Lent approaches Bishop Kieran has issued a Pastoral Letter which was read in all churches weekend 1st/2nd March. The Pastoral Letter focussed on the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession), and reflecting on a talk at a recent audience of Pope Francis on the sacrament, said that we all needed to rebuild our relationship with God and each other, and that we can do it best of all in personal confession with a priest acting in the name of the community and our merciful Father.

To read the full letter please read here.

Lent 2014 - Diocesan Reflections Available

This Lent, this excelllent resource from the Diocese uses the Psalms as a basis for prayer and then focuses on the Gospel which we shall hear each Sunday this Lent, followed by a reflection from one of the Church Fathers. In addition each week ends with an excerpt from Pope Francis’ recent Apostolic Exhortation on the Joy of the Gospel.

This resource can be used by groups or individuals. You can order copies or download a copy here.

Welcome to Dabnet

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Arundel and Brighton serves the counties of Sussex and those parts of Surrey outside the Greater London Boroughs. These pages combine the information from various sources around the diocese in one easy to use format. The information on the pages is frequently updated. If what you are looking for does not appear to fit in any of the categories on the left, try using the search tool at the top right of the page. Even the webmaster has to resort to this occasionally!

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St. Cuthman’s Retreat Centre

Our diocesan retreat centre at Coolham, near Horsham, is open to individuals and groups of all denominations and of none. Simple Chapel, Morning and Evening Prayer, with Mass most days. Well stocked Library, silent and non-silent options - including for dining. 20 acres of beautiful grounds, plus a 5 acre lake with views to the South Downs.

Main house– 8 single and 8 twin rooms, all en-suite – minimum stay 2 nights. For individuals, couples and groups.

‘Quiet Days’ for individuals – spend a day in the House, Chapel and grounds.
Includes a two-course lunch and refreshments.

Group use – popular with parish, diocesan and other groups with a maximum 24 (if some rooms shared) – minimum stay 2 nights. For all denominations.

The Garden Rooms– for non-residential group meetings, ‘away days’, ‘INSET’ and workshops – max 18 people. Located in our orchard, with catering options, easy parking and disabled access.

St Cuthman’s ‘Reflection Days’and special events – led retreat days for individuals in our Garden Rooms.

Click here for the St Cuthman's Pages