Diocesan News

Lourdes Pilgrimage team in Lourdes for Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes

February 14, 2025

Our Pilgrimage Director, Chief Medical Officer and Chief Nurse visited Lourdes for the feast and to plan this summer's pilgrimage.

Cardinal calls out "deeply irresponsible" legislation

February 14, 2025

Cardinal Nichols called the way in which the assisted suicide bill is being handled “deeply irresponsible”.

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: "Wealth and consumerism limit our vision"

February 14, 2025

"The way of the Christian must be a continual striving for what endures, a fixing of mind and heart on the person of Christ."

Obtaining the Jubilee Year Indulgence

February 13, 2025

A plenary indulgence is a grace granted by the Church which cleanses our soul and helps us to grow closer to God.

Bishop Richard visits Team Domenica in Brighton

February 10, 2025

Team Domenica supports young people with learning disabilities to acquire the skills, confidence and independence they need.

“Hope does not disappoint but strengthens us in times of trials”

February 9, 2025

Pope Francis’ Message for the World Day of the Sick, 11 February

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: "We are created by God as an expression of His love"

February 7, 2025

"The worship of God is the highest of all our human activities. There is nothing more important, nothing more natural for us."

Lourdes Pilgrimage Fund appeals in parishes this weekend

February 6, 2025

Across our Diocese, parishioners will generously support the appeal to send pilgrims who need assistance, and their carers, to Lourdes

Education News

Diocesan Education Service celebrates Catholic School Inspection results

February 27, 2026

All our diocesan schools are rated "Good" or "Outstanding" - and one has created a video to celebrate their results!

Primary School Leaders Gather for Conference

February 18, 2026

Headteachers from across the Diocese gather for networking and spiritual reflection

Canon Jonathan Martin is elected Diocesan Administrator

February 16, 2026

The life and mission of the Diocese, its parishes, schools and offices, will continue steadily and faithfully.

Leaders in Catholic Education meet MPs at the Palace of Westminster

February 11, 2026

A Parliamentary Reception to celebrate Catholic Education in England & Wales took place in the Palace of Westminster on 10 February.

Diocesan schools celebrate service of +Richard to education

February 9, 2026

Schools across the Diocese contributed to a memories book of photos and messages, presented to +Richard by the diocesan Education Service.

Ablaze - Spring 2026 issue out now!

February 3, 2026

Read the latest edition of the newsletter for RE Leads, Heads of RE, Chaplains and Prayer & Liturgy leaders from the Education Service.

St Richard's School, Chichester, receives Helping Others Award from Pagham Pram Race

February 2, 2026

The grant will help to foster a love of reading in the children, and support literacy development.

Secretary of State commends 13 diocesan schools on outcomes for disadvantaged children

February 2, 2026

The schools' outcomes for disadvantaged children in last year's KS2 or KS4 results were "among the very best nationally".

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