Diocesan News

Pope Francis and Bishop Richard call for prayers for peace and for the Synod

October 3, 2024

The Holy Father called for a renewed proclamation of the Gospel in the face of conflict.

Pilgrims from the Parish of Our Lady and the Saints of Sussex visit Walsingham

October 2, 2024

The packed pilgrimage itinarary saw parishioners "happy and renewed in faith".

Harvest Fast Day: 4 October: "If God helps and this work expands, I can do greater things."

October 2, 2024

This Autumn, Cafod asks us to help young people like Daniel to learn new skills and fulfil their God-given potential.

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: It is important to remain open to God’s grace.

September 27, 2024

"God is active in every place and at every moment, in the good practice that we have developed in our lives and in the unexpected too"

Small steps, big impact: How St John’s ‘100 Club’ is changing lives £1 at a time

September 27, 2024

The club gives parish members an easy way to make a real difference in the world, without the pressure of big donations.

One hundred catechists journey to Worth for a day of reflection and formation

September 25, 2024

Attendees explored human, pastoral, intellectual and spiritual formation with expert speakers.

The Franciscans celebrate 800 years in England

September 24, 2024

Today, the Franciscan charism continues to attract people from across the world through a charism of radical Gospel living.

Diocesan pilgrims travel to St Mary's, Oscott, for Adoremus 2024

September 24, 2024

Cardinal Vincent reminded attendees that Jesus, present in the monstrance, is the embodiment of sacrifice.

Education News

CATSC welcomes Pope Leo's first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas

June 9, 2026

The Catholic Association of Teachers, Schools and Colleges issued a Statement of of Welcome and Gratitude for the AI-focussed papal letter.

St Mary Magdalene's, Bexhill, welcomes Dr Kieran Mullan MP

June 9, 2026

Dr Mullan was particularly impressed by the pupils' thoughtful responses to questions & the pride they demonstrated in their achievements.

Pope Leo's "Magnifica humanitas": AI must serve humanity not concentrate power

May 25, 2026

Pope Leo XIV releases his first encyclical, "Magnifica humanitas: On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Time of Artificial Intelligence."

Delegates gather in Cardiff for this year's NBRIA Conference

May 19, 2026

The three-day event celebrated collaboration, innovation and hope in religious education.

St Mary’s University invites attendees to summer Catholic Education webinar series

May 18, 2026

Teachers and leaders in our diocesan schools are invited to join St Mary's current Summer Series of Catholic Education Webinars

Catholic Education Service gives endorsement to diocesan "Day by Day" resources

May 15, 2026

The Day by Day resources were produced by Primary RE Advisers from the Diocese and inspired by the RE Directory, "To Know You More Clearly".

Diocesan Education Service celebrates the completion of "Day by Day" RE resources

May 15, 2026

The resources were produced by Primary RE Advisers from the Diocese and inspired by the RE Directory, "To Know You More Clearly".

The Alpha Beta - May issue out now!

May 7, 2026

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