Diocesan News

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

October 17, 2026

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

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

October 17, 2026

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

On Day 8 of our Novena we we pray for those who may be overlooked or forgotten.

October 17, 2026

“For I was hungry & you gave me food, I was thirsty & you gave me drink, I was a stranger & you welcomed me.”

Today we pray for all the priests and deacons of the Diocese and for those preparing for ministry

October 17, 2026

Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Feed my lambs... Tend my sheep.” John 21:15–16

Today, we pray for all those who support the work and mission of the Church.

October 16, 2026

“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” Colossians 3:23

Every baptised person has a vocation to holiness & a part to play in the mission of Christ.

October 15, 2026

On the fifth day of our novena we pray for all the lay faithful of our Diocese.

A Message from Bishop-elect Stephen

October 15, 2026

"I pray that you and I, together on this wonderful journey, can stay close to Christ & share the good news"

Pope Leo's postoperative recovery progressing well

October 14, 2026

The Holy See reports the Pope underwent blood tests and chest X-rays on Wednesday, which confirmed his recovery is progressing normally.

Education News

New survey on neurodiversity and the Catholic Faith

October 28, 2025

The Catholic Bishop's Conference and Birmingham Newman University would like to hear from neurodivergent Catholic adults and caregivers.

Pope Leo to name St John Henry Newman a patron saint of Catholic education

October 24, 2025

The Holy Father will designate Newman as co-patron saint of education, with St Thomas Aquinas, during the Jubilee for Education.

Sussex Catholic Education Trust launched to support Sussex diocesan schools

October 21, 2025

The Trust aims to ensure every child access to a high-quality education that nurtures their spiritual, academic, and personal growth.

St Oscar Romero students raise £15,000 for St Vincent de Paul Society, Worthing

October 14, 2025

Participants in this year's Overnight Walk and Mountain Challenge brought the school's 5-year fundraising total to £65,000.

Bishop Richard inducts Sarah McCurdy at St Philip's, Uckfield

October 13, 2025

Sarah, a long-serving teacher at the school was inducted as Headteacher during Mass at Our Lady Immaculate and St Philip Neri Church.

Secondary students gather in Arundel for annual pilgrimage

October 3, 2025

Bishop Richard encouraged the pilgrims to return to their schools filled with the message of hope we have received during this Jubilee year.

St Richard's Catholic College, Bexhill, joins Bosco CET

October 1, 2025

St Richard's is the third secondary school to join the Bosco CET family.

Martyn Peebles inducted as Headteacher at St Polycarp's, Farnham

September 29, 2025

The community gathered at St Joan of Arc Church, Farnham, for a joyful Induction Mass

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