Diocesan News

The nations gather: Lourdes pilgrims take part in International Mass & Torchlight Procession

July 27, 2025

The International Mass sees the gathering of thousands of pilgrims from around the world for Mass in the Underground Basilica.

Blessed for service: pilgrims' hands are blessed at Lourdes Pilgrimage Opening Mass

July 26, 2025

On Saturday, our pilgrims pass through the Grotto together and gather for Mass as a whole pilgrimage for the first time.

Our nearly 700 pilgrims depart for Lourdes, "With Mary, Pilgrims of Hope"

July 25, 2025

Our pilgrimage includes people of all ages from across the Diocese, including pilgrims needing support, medics, Helpers and Redshirts.

A new Permanent Deacon for Arundel & Brighton

July 23, 2025

Bishop Richard ordained Mike Deans at Arundel Cathedral last Friday.

Pope Leo’s Message to Grandparents and the Elderly 2025

July 22, 2025

Pope Leo's message for the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly 2025, reminds us that hope is a source of joy, no matter what age.

Vatican offers new guidance for Synod’s implementation phase

July 21, 2025

A new document from the Synod of Bishops aims to assist understanding of the implementation phase of the Synod.

1,007 young people confirmed across the Diocese this year

July 18, 2025

The increase in Confirmations of 246 on last year follows the trend also observed in increasing Mass attendance and adult baptisms.

Three deaneries to be constituted as parishes later this year

July 18, 2025

The Council of Priests has voted in favour of canonically establishing three new parishes: Brighton & Hove, Guildford, and Weybridge.

Education News

Headteacher and founder of the Bee-Lieve Foundation to speak at The Shard.

September 19, 2023

Steve Tindall will be a key contributor to the 'Can You Hear Me?' event.

Children from English Martyrs Catholic Primary School in Worthing are LivingSimply.

September 15, 2023

Pupils are working really hard to enrich their community & achieve CAFOD's LiveSimply award.

The Secretary of States visits St Paul's in Thames Ditton.

September 15, 2023

RAAC building work and measures instigated by the diocese and school are nearing completion.

St Wilfrid's are Social Enterprise Superheroes!

July 13, 2023

The school have 5 social enterprises led by Year 10 students.

Mass of Thanksgiving for School Leaders at Arundel Cathedral.

July 10, 2023

More than 100 people from schools across the Diocese gathered to offer thanks last Thursday.

Children across Sussex & Surrey celebrate Arundel Cathedral’s big anniversary by getting creative!

June 26, 2023

More than 120 beautiful artworks were shared with the Diocese.

O‍lympian Sir Mo Farah opens a new Sports Hall at Salesian in Chertsey.

June 23, 2023

The occasion marked "a wonderful moment for the whole school community."

St Peter's in Guildford welcome a very special royal guest.

June 21, 2023

HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh met students, staff and volunteers.

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