Welcome From Bishop Richard

'Thank you for your visiting the Arundel & Brighton Diocesan Website – a ‘window’ into the life of the Catholic Church in Surrey and Sussex, a welcoming community of people committed to Christ and His Church. If the Gospel Message is new to you, or if you are seeking detailed information about the Diocese, this site will help you to explore the many ways in which the life of the Diocese and its parishes can help you on your pilgrimage of life.'

Diocesan News

Archbishop John Wilson's Homily for the Episcopal Ordination of Bishop Stephen

"Through you, beloved brother, may 'grace extend to more and more people.'"

More than 40 Arundel & Brighton pilgrims join Adoremus National Eucharistic Congress

The day-long celebration provided an enriching invitation to people of all ages to renew their devotion to the Eucharistic Lord.

New Bishop of Arundel & Brighton calls for care for those in need & a growth in holiness

Children from St Clement’s Primary School, Ewell, were among many who sent messages of welcome.

We pray for Bishop-Elect Stephen as he begins his ministry as our bishop

“But I have prayed for you that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned again, strengthen your brothers.”

Our People

Connect with diocesan staff and clergy here.

Visit Page

Our Parishes

Discover our parishes, the beating heart of our Diocese.

Parish Finder

Our Events

Find out what's going on all across the Diocese of Arundel & Brighton.

Visit Page

Vocations

The word vocation comes from the Latin ‘vocare’, meaning ‘to call’ - so a vocation is a calling. Everyone has a vocation. Our first call is to love God and to be holy, or as Pope Francis put it, ‘To be saints is not a privilege for a few but a vocation for everyone.’