Diocesan News

Pope Leo marks end of Jubilee Year, closing the Holy Door at St Peter's Basilica

January 13, 2026

Almost 33.5 million pilgrims from 185 countries visited Rome during the Holy Year

Grand News - new issue out now!

January 13, 2026

Read the latest edition of the newsletter for grandparents in our diocese

Pope Leo XIV appoints Bishop Richard Moth as the new Archbishop of Westminster

December 19, 2025

Archbishop-elect Moth will become the 12th Archbishop of Westminster, succeeding Cardinal Vincent Nichols.

St Dunstan's International Carol Service celebrates the rich diversity of its community

December 18, 2025

"Our international singers were delighted and everyone left feeling joyful."

Bishops affirm the true nature of Catholic witness and worship at Christmas

December 17, 2025

Archbishop Bernard Longley & Bishop Richard express their shared concern at tensions & division in society.

Looking for a special gift for a loved one? Lourdes Pilgrimage Gift Cards available now

December 16, 2025

Could a contribution towards a Pilgrimage to Lourdes be the perfect Christmas gift for your loved one?

People and clergy celebrate the inauguration of the new Catholic Parish of Weybridge

December 12, 2025

"Let us work ever more closely together in this great mission that the Lord has given to us.”

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: "We rejoice that the coming of the Lord is near."

December 12, 2025

"We need to learn the patience of the farmer, who must wait for the rain, the sun and the results of the crop."

Education News

Children nationwide invited to join online Stations of the Cross from The Mark 10 Mission

March 23, 2026

Bishop Gerard Bradley & The Mark 10 Mission guide children prayerfully through all fourteen Stations of the Cross.

Schools across our diocese join CAFOD's Big Lent Walk

March 20, 2026

23 Catholic schools in our diocese — the highest number ever — have signed up for CAFOD’s Big Lent Walk this year

Parishioners & Cardinal Newman students campaign with Citizens UK on affordable housing

March 16, 2026

The campaign aims to deliver affordable housing for the city and support key workers

Diocesan primary and secondary delegates join RSE conference

March 3, 2026

The day focussed on human dignity as a basis for leadership: “The greatest among you must be your servant” (Mt 23: 11)

Pupils from St Hugh of Lincoln, Woking, celebrate KSC Bible Quiz win

March 3, 2026

Guildford Knights of St Columba congratulated the winners for their exceptional knowledge and command of Scripture.

The Alpha Beta - March issue out now!

March 2, 2026

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

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

Latest Publications

Grand News - newsletter for grandparents

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