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Pope Leo's Homily from the Mass for the Initiation of the Petrine Ministry

May 19, 2025

"I come to you as a brother, who desires to be the servant of your faith and your joy"

New Ministry of Consolation Befrienders commissioned to accompany the bereaved

May 16, 2025

The new Befrienders joined a network of 140 trained ministers who journey with those experiencing the loneliness and pain of loss.

Canon Kieron O’Brien highlights the progress of the Pastoral Plan across our Diocese

May 15, 2025

“It is hoped that by the end of this year all 11 new parishes will be formally established.”

The Diocese celebrates its first Mass for Migrants in conjunction with Citizens UK

May 15, 2025

“The many cultures from which we have come bring to our society a richness beyond measure.”

National Day of Prayer for Survivors of Abuse, 20 May 2025

May 14, 2025

The theme of the Day this year is “The Empty Chair”.

Fr Hugh Dutton reflects on the life of a missionary priest in Peru

May 14, 2025

'We arrived in Lima on New Years Eve 1981 - without our suitcases"

Catholic Union urges people to act against "Assisted Suicide" Bill before Friday

May 13, 2025

The Bill’s remaining stages - the report and third reading - will be debated by Parliament on 16 May.

Cardinal Nichols: Pope Leo XIV has the right “combination of talents” to lead the Church

May 13, 2025

Cardinal Nichols described Pope Leo XVI as a “citizen of the world” and explained why his experience are what the Church needs.

Education News

Pupils at St Richard's Catholic College awarded Eco-Schools Green Flag.

September 5, 2022

Activities included a lights out competition, planting in the school garden and cleaning the beach.

St Richard’s students take part in a special work experience preparation morning!

July 19, 2022

The Bexhill students explored the world of work with a range of employers.

Be part of this Autumn's CCRS intake.

July 12, 2022

The Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies begins this October.

Bishop Richard joins students at St Oscar Romero Catholic School.

July 10, 2022

The day included an outdoor liturgy and the Deanery Sports Cup!

St Edmund's Catholic primary school children celebrate Earth Day!

April 27, 2022

The school hosted a day of fun, workshops, talks and activities.

St Peter’s International Club raised over £796 for Ukraine.

April 7, 2022

Well done to St Peter's Catholic School who have been busy supporting Ukraine this Lent.

Students at St Richard's Catholic College in Bexhill go above and beyond this Lent.

April 1, 2022

Find out how the school embraced their faith and supported Ukraine.

Event for all current and future leaders of Catholic Schools currently undertaking NPQs.

March 28, 2022

A day for spiritual reflection and nourishment, Friday 10 June

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