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

Diocesan school staff gather for "Leading in Faith" day

June 26, 2025

Participants have been meeting and praying together, discerning what it means to be a leader in a Catholic school or Trust.

Jubilee Celebrations for Fr Chris Benyon at Cardinal Newman School, Hove

June 25, 2025

A Mass followed messages and videos of thanks from pupils for Fr Chris' service to their school.

Diocesan Schools Commissioners and Catholic Education Service gather in Guildford

June 12, 2025

The Diocese of Arundel and Brighton was delighted to host the termly meeting of the Schools Commissioners and the CES.

St Andrew's, Leatherhead, and St Clement's, Ewell, join Xavier CET

June 2, 2025

The two school joined Xavier CET on 1 June, bringing its total number of schools to 21.

Statement on St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Brighton

May 22, 2025

Following the statutory period of consultation, St Joseph’s will close on 31 August 2025. 

Statement on the Election of Pope Leo XIV

May 8, 2025

The Diocese of Arundel & Brighton welcomes today’s election of Pope Leo XIV

St Mary, Star of the Sea, St Leonards, & St Thomas a Becket, Eastbourne, join Bosco CET

May 6, 2025

The schools are the 10th and 11th primary schools to join the Bosco CET family

Feast Day celebrations at Notre Dame School

May 6, 2025

The school gathered to celebrate the Feast Day of St Jeanne de Lestonnac.

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