Archbishop Richard also preached at Choral Evensong, reflecting on education, truth and discipleship.
"This is the work, the mission, of the whole Church, it is the Great Commission, and comes into every area of life within the Church."
The bill was defeated by a majority of 16, with 286 votes to 270.
Established 178 years ago in 1848, the day provides an opportunity to celebrate and give thanks to all those involved in Catholic education.
“Human dignity does not depend on a person’s abilities, wealth or position in life, nor on the right or wrong choices made.”
Over the past three years, the Safeguarding Office has completed a Parish Safeguarding Audit in every Parish in the Diocese.
Members of Parliament face a vitally important vote on Friday 11 September.
The World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation is celebrated on 1 September
Bishop Marcus Stock has announced that 24 January will be the launch day for for schools to mark the year of Jubilee
132 CYMFED Awards were presented to students from 12 diocesan primary and secondary schools.
Maria is retiring after 21 years and was joined by family, deanery colleagues, Xavier CET and the diocesan Education Service to celebrate.
“Your ministry and care for our young people goes further than we can ever see.”
On her retirement, Jan was awarded a diocesan medal for her services to Catholic education.
The school has been recognised for 'developing a Surrey Healthy Schools approach to wellbeing, health, inclusion & achievement.'
The celebration included a £5,766 donation to Missio - diocesan schools’ largest donation to date.
Schools in Surrey have been learning hymn tunes from every corner of the British Isles and folk tunes from across the world.
