Diocesan News

Lourdes pilgrims gather for joyful reunion

September 2, 2025

The Reunion at St Paul’s, Burgess Hill, was an opportunity for pilgrims to catch up with Lourdes friends and to give thanks together.

Statement from Archbishop Sherrington on the Terminally Ill Adults Bill in the House of Lords

September 2, 2025

Archbishop Sherrington reiterates Catholic opposition to the Bill in principle and in practice, and calls for continued prayer and action.

18 young adults join diocesan group for Jubilee Youth Pilgrimage to Rome

August 21, 2025

Young people from across our community of faith journeyed to Rome to celebrate with Pope Leo.

Lourdes musician Mike Carver receives papal award

August 21, 2025

Mike was awarded the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice award in recognition of his decades of service to the Church through sacred music.

2025 Ecumenical Walking Pilgrimage passes halfway point

August 18, 2025

The 30 pilgrims are currently in West Sussex, walking from the Surrey Hills through Sussex by the Sea, to Eastbourne.

“It changed how I see care”: Nursing students reflect on Lourdes pilgrimage placement

August 11, 2025

"Leaving Lourdes, I carry with me not just clinical skills and experiences, but a renewed sense of the nurse I want to be."

War in Gaza must be ended not increased, says Cardinal Nichols

August 11, 2025

"I weep for the people of Gaza as they face immense suffering [and] an escalation in their hardship."

Pope Leo's Message to mark the 80th Anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima & Nagasaki

August 6, 2025

The person of love is the person of ‘bravery who does not bear arms'.

Education News

Pupils from St Richard's Primary School fight racism.

July 20, 2021

The children showed their support for the England football team.

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.

DfE Mental health and Wellbeing package.

May 14, 2021

The DfE has announced a mental health and wellbeing investment package.

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