Diocesan News

Bishop Richard's homily for the Inauguration of the new Parish of Brighton & Hove

September 15, 2025

Bishop Richard celebrated Mass for the inauguration of the new Parish of Brighton & Hove at St John the Baptist Catholic Church, Brighton.

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: Jesus is our life, our healing

September 12, 2025

"Jesus tells us that He must be lifted up, seen by all who gather around Him, that all may believe in Him."

Cardinal offers Pope birthday greetings and pledge of "devotion and unity"

September 11, 2025

To mark Pope Leo XIV’s 70th birthday, Cardinal Vincent Nichols has written to the Holy Father to assure him of the prayers of the faithful.

Fairtrade at 30 - the future is fair

September 10, 2025

It’s 30 years since the first Fairtrade certified products hit the supermarket shelves!

Catholic grant-making Charity marks "CST Prophet" Fr Charles Plater's 150th anniversary

September 9, 2025

The Charles Plater Trust welcomed more than 120 social justice thinkers and activists to Campion Hall.

Churches Together calls for prayer for peace in the Middle East on 21 September

September 5, 2025

On 21 September, Churches Together in England is encouraging] congregations across the nation to hold a minute’s silence.

Festival of Hope: join Bishop Richard at Ardingly on 20 September!

September 5, 2025

Come and celebrate the diocesan 60th anniversary with Mass, renowned guest speakers and music from One Hope Project and diocesan schools.

Pope Leo will declare London-born Carlo Acutis the Church’s first Millennial saint on Sunday.

September 3, 2025

“The only thing we have to ask for in prayer, is the desire to be holy"

Education News

St Richard's School, Bexhill, raises over £100,000 with Sophie's Postcard art auction

July 4, 2024

Celebrities, artists, pupils and the general public donated 2,146 unique artworks

Remove the 50% cap: your voice can help support Catholic Education in the UK

June 4, 2024

The current cap prevents the Church from accessing funding & establishing new schools

Inclusion Award achieved by St Cuthbert's School, Englefield Green

May 29, 2024

An inclusive school gives all pupils regardless of their age, gender, ethnicity, achievements or background the opportunity to succeed

Pope Francis celebrates first World Children's Day in Rome, 25-26 May

May 23, 2024

The Holy Father issued a message to the children of the world

School Chaplains give thanks for Fr Stephen Ortiger’s contribution to their ministry.

May 23, 2024

Bishop Richard celebrated a special Chaplains’ Mass at Ladywell in Godalming

Induction Mass for Paul Barber, Principal of St Richard's Catholic College, Bexhill

May 14, 2024

Bishop Richard celebrated the Mass at St Richard's Catholic College, with clergy of the deanery and members of the community

Papal Award for Simon Parr, recently retired diocesan Education Officer

May 13, 2024

Simon Parr was awarded the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice award, for his service to the Church

Wonderful Schools Singing Programme event for children from four Surrey schools

May 10, 2024

100 children sang liturgical repertoire together at the event in Cranleigh

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