Diocesan News

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: "He called us to be merciful"

April 25, 2025

Pope Francis called us to care for our brothers and sisters, and to deepen our love for the Word of God.

Diocesan Trustee Clare, offers a personal perspective on meeting Pope Francis

April 25, 2025

I will "draw strength from [the encounter], for the rest of my life"

The Conclave: the Election of a new Pope

April 24, 2025

What is "the Conclave" and what happens during one?

Bishop Richard offers Mass for the repose of the Pope’s soul at Arundel Cathedral

April 22, 2025

"We give thanks to God for a Pope who has been a blessing to the Church and to the world."

What happens when a Pope Dies?

April 22, 2025

Details of the procedures followed immediately after the death of a Pope.

Statement on the death of His Holiness, Pope Francis (1936-2025)

April 21, 2025

The Diocese of Arundel & Brighton is deeply saddened by the death of His Holiness Pope Francis.

Could God be calling you to the Permanent Diaconate?

April 20, 2025

One of the Diocese's newest deacons, Simon Tierney, shares his vocation story

Wintershall and Christian Art launch new film: "The Stations of the Cross: Pray with us"

April 17, 2025

Each scene from the Stations of the Cross was carefully arranged, lit and filmed to create the effect of a tableau vivant—a living painting.

Education News

School Leaders from across the Diocese joined this year's Annual Day of Reflection.

December 1, 2022

The popular annual event focussed on the theme of ‘prophetic voices’.

St Richard’s Catholic College donate thousands to The Royal Marsden.

November 30, 2022

#sophiespostcard has raised over £80,000 for the Cancer Charity.

Secondary schools from across the Diocese join our Annual Pilgrimage.

October 12, 2022

Students and staff journeyed in prayer with Bishop Richard & the DES.

Two new primary schools join Bosco Catholic Education Trust (CET).

September 30, 2022

Congratulations to St Peter's, Shoreham & Our Lady Queen of Heaven, Crawley.

Grandparents' Week begins on Sunday 24 September.

September 16, 2022

Celebrate the wonderful contribution that grandparents make!

Pupils at St Richard's Catholic College awarded Eco-Schools Green Flag.

September 5, 2022

Activities included a lights out competition, planting in the school garden and cleaning the beach.

St Richard’s students take part in a special work experience preparation morning!

July 19, 2022

The Bexhill students explored the world of work with a range of employers.

Bishop Richard joins students at St Oscar Romero Catholic School.

July 10, 2022

The day included an outdoor liturgy and the Deanery Sports Cup!

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