Diocesan News

Over 1000 people journey to Arundel for the Rite of Election

March 2, 2026

The Rite is an important step for those who are preparing to receive the Sacraments of Christian Initiation at Easter.

Support our sisters and brothers to flourish this CAFOD Family Fast Day

February 27, 2026

Your donations will support farmers like Rejoice, who worked with CAFOD local experts to create floating gardens, to feed her children.

Meet our new Diocesan Administrator, Canon Jonathan Martin

February 27, 2026

Canon Jonathan will serve and guide the faithful of the Diocese until a new bishop is appointed by the Holy Father.

Who can go to Lourdes? Challenging Pilgrimage myths!

February 26, 2026

People across our diocese are invited to join this summer’s Lourdes pilgrimage as Helpers, whatever their faith or professional background.

Bishop for Interreligious Dialogue welcomes Vatican Ramadan message to Muslims

February 24, 2026

Christians and Muslims both find themselves fasting and praying at this time.

Canon Jonathan's homily for the Rite of Election

February 23, 2026

"You are, each of you, an individual, willed by God, created by God, called by God to be His own."

People of Faith in Woking gather for interfaith breakfast

February 23, 2026

25 people from a wide range of Christian, Hindu and Muslim communities met to help build understanding and strengthen friendships.

Blessing of Greek Orthodox community in Egham Parish

February 19, 2026

“Blessing and Solemn Vespers” in a former Diocesan Church

Education News

Education Sunday: Celebrating the life and mission of our schools Copy

September 11, 2026

Established 178 years ago in 1848, the day provides an opportunity to celebrate and give thanks to all those involved in Catholic education.

Message to Catholic Schools for Education Sunday

September 11, 2026

Education Sunday offers an opportunity for us to pray for all people involved in Catholic education.

Interested in a career in teaching? Talk to Xavier Teach South East

September 9, 2026

Join a Xavier Teach South East open morning or online information event the Autumn.

Conference: "Building on the Legacy of Women’s Pivotal Role in Catholic Education"

September 7, 2026

An upcoming conference at St Mary's University, Twickenham, will mark 60 years of women at the University

St John the Baptist, Woking, opens new "Aquinas" SEND provision centre

September 2, 2026

"The Aquinas Centre" creates 30 new places for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

The Alpha Beta - September issue out now!

September 2, 2026

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

Education Service Day of Reflection: The Feeding of the 5,000

September 2, 2026

To begin the academic year, the Education Service reflected on the Feeding of the 5,000 and its relationship to its work in education.

Episcopal Ordination of Bishop-elect Stephen to take place on 19 October

July 20, 2026

Bishop Stephen will celebrate a special Mass of Welcome for people across our Diocese at Worth Abbey on Saturday 24 October.

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