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

A Day of Formation for Brighton & Hove parishioners serving in liturgical ministries

People across the new parish were able to share the joy that their faith and their lay ministry brings them.

Bishops voice support for "Just Peace" in Holy Land "Time to Act" campaign

The campaign promotes a shared commitment for justice, peace & human dignity, calling for “a just peace for all who call the Holy Land home.

Aid to the Church in Need launches global petition on religious freedom

"Standing in solidarity with our brothers and sisters"

This summer’s Lourdes Pilgrimage playlist is live!

Whether you'll be in Lourdes this year, or intend to follow the pilgrimage at home, you can hear the wonderful hymns and songs on YouTube.

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.’