Diocesan News

Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem issues message following Israel-Gaza framework for peace

October 9, 2025

"As Church, we are called to speak a word of hope, to have the courage to offer a narrative that opens horizons and builds."

Pope Leo publishes Apostolic Exhortation "Dilexi te", focussing on love for the poor

October 9, 2025

"Faith cannot be separated from love for the poor."

Parish of Brighton & Hove musicians gather for day of music-making & formation

October 9, 2025

The gathered musicians looked at new music, considering the liturgical context and ways of introducing new pieces in our communities.

St Dunstan's, Woking, and St Hugh's, Knaphill, awarded CAFOD LiveSimply Award

October 3, 2025

The award is open to Catholic parishes & schools who can demonstrate that they live simply, sustainably, and in solidarity with the poor.

Pope Leo encourages Catholics to pray a daily Rosary for peace this October

October 3, 2025

"May you be faithful instruments of reconciliation in your daily lives."

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: "We see fresh green shoots of faith"

October 3, 2025

"As Christ’s faithful people we must persevere in proclaiming the message of life in Him, even when the circumstances are difficult."

Bishop Paul McAleenan’s message for the World Day of Migrants and Refugees 2025

September 30, 2025

Hostility and prejudice towards migrants and refugees must not harden our hearts.

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: We are called to be saints

September 26, 2025

"Keep mind and heart, every effort, on the building of the Kingdom of God in love and service – for this is true riches."

Education News

St Hugh’s win the under-11’s School Choirs Award at Woking Music Festival

December 1, 2025

“The choirs’ singing was filled with joy & spirit – they’ve made us incredibly proud!”

Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe OP joins diocesan Headteachers & School Leaders

November 26, 2025

“At the heart of education is the liberation of the imagination”

Catholic Social Teaching Conference for Redhill and Epsom deanery pupils

November 11, 2025

"When we serve others, we walk closely with Christ Himself."

The Alpha Beta - November issue out now!

November 10, 2025

Read the latest edition of the news & information from the diocesan Education Service online.

Leading in Faith course 2025-6 convenes at Ladywell Franciscan Centre

November 10, 2025

Participants from schools and Trusts from around the Diocese, had the opportunity to listen, discuss and pray together.

Archbishop Romero Trust & Oscar Romero Award Anniversary Mass in Southwark

November 3, 2025

Archbishop John Wilson held St Oscar up as an example to parishes & schools: a bishop who "made his own the plight" of his people.

St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Leatherhead, joins Xavier Catholic Education Trust

November 3, 2025

The school becomes the eighteenth primary and twenty-second school to join Xavier CET.

Pope Leo issues Apostolic Letter on Catholic Education: "Drawing New Maps of Hope"

October 28, 2025

"Educate to promote dignity, justice, and trust in a war-torn world"

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