"The ministry of a bishop connects us with the Church's beginnings."
“The cry of displaced children rises to God today,” Pope Leo said in his Message for the World Day of Migrants and Refugees.
Parishioners set off on a 3.5-hour walk from St John's in Farncombe, raising over £500 so far.
Archbishop Richard also preached at Choral Evensong, reflecting on education, truth and discipleship.
"This is the work, the mission, of the whole Church, it is the Great Commission, and comes into every area of life within the Church."
The bill was defeated by a majority of 16, with 286 votes to 270.
Established 178 years ago in 1848, the day provides an opportunity to celebrate and give thanks to all those involved in Catholic education.
“Human dignity does not depend on a person’s abilities, wealth or position in life, nor on the right or wrong choices made.”
A pilot programme offering counselling to all Year 9 students has just been launched.
Carmel Martin was inducted by Bishop Richard, who spoke of the vocation to teaching and the call to service.
The Samaritans' Dawn Walk challenge is to walk 5 kilometres at sunrise.
The school's values, reflected in life at the school, impressed the judges.
Speakers spoke about the purpose of Catholic education, their own faith formation and the need to nurture one’s faith as a leader.
Students from 12 Diocesan schools took part in the pilgrimage walk, Mass and a picnic.
30 more students will be able to access and benefit from the excellent learning opportunities St Peter’s provides.
The students raised more than £14,000 by walking Hadrian's Wall Path and the South Downs Way.
