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Pope Leo's Homily from the Mass for the Initiation of the Petrine Ministry

May 19, 2025

"I come to you as a brother, who desires to be the servant of your faith and your joy"

New Ministry of Consolation Befrienders commissioned to accompany the bereaved

May 16, 2025

The new Befrienders joined a network of 140 trained ministers who journey with those experiencing the loneliness and pain of loss.

Canon Kieron O’Brien highlights the progress of the Pastoral Plan across our Diocese

May 15, 2025

“It is hoped that by the end of this year all 11 new parishes will be formally established.”

The Diocese celebrates its first Mass for Migrants in conjunction with Citizens UK

May 15, 2025

“The many cultures from which we have come bring to our society a richness beyond measure.”

National Day of Prayer for Survivors of Abuse, 20 May 2025

May 14, 2025

The theme of the Day this year is “The Empty Chair”.

Fr Hugh Dutton reflects on the life of a missionary priest in Peru

May 14, 2025

'We arrived in Lima on New Years Eve 1981 - without our suitcases"

Catholic Union urges people to act against "Assisted Suicide" Bill before Friday

May 13, 2025

The Bill’s remaining stages - the report and third reading - will be debated by Parliament on 16 May.

Cardinal Nichols: Pope Leo XIV has the right “combination of talents” to lead the Church

May 13, 2025

Cardinal Nichols described Pope Leo XVI as a “citizen of the world” and explained why his experience are what the Church needs.

Education News

Pupils from St Richard's Primary School fight racism.

July 20, 2021

The children showed their support for the England football team.

Additional Trainee Teacher placements in schools required urgently.

July 20, 2021

Can your school offer Trainee Teacher Placements?

Bishop Richard visits St Paul’s Catholic Primary School.

July 5, 2021

Bishop Richard opens and blesses the school's new prayer garden on the feast day of St Peter and St Paul.

Ian Murphy Art Workshop at St Richard’s Catholic College.

July 1, 2021

The art department were delighted to welcome the world renowned artist and educator, Ian Murphy, into school to run workshops.

Former St Richard’s Catholic College pupil wins prestigious Art prize.

June 28, 2021

Joseph Zillwood, has won the prestigious Sara Berman Award.

St Richard’s Catholic College #deletethehate Week.

June 28, 2021

Year 7 choir records 'Rise Up' video for school's #deletethehate campaign.

Brighton pupils have their eyes on world leaders.

June 24, 2021

Students ensure climate justice message travels from Cornwall to Glasgow.

Former diocesan teacher is awarded the Pax Christi 2021 Peace Award.

May 25, 2021

The bi-annual award is given those who have shown a commitment to peace.

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