Diocesan News

Bishops issue a statement on the war between Israel and Hamas.

November 7, 2023

'We urge [the UK Government] to continue diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire'

Bishops call on government to prioritise the poor and the common good.

October 31, 2023

CBCEW's Social Justice Department has released a new cost of living crisis statement.

Synod Report: A Church that involves everyone and is close to world’s wounds.

October 31, 2023

'New languages and renewed structures, old and new missions.'

Woking Parish launch fantastic LiveSimply website.

October 26, 2023

The site is packed with information and resources on caring for our common home.

Bishop Richard welcomes Lourdes Pilgrimage Young Helpers for dinner.

October 18, 2023

Applications to join our 50th Anniversary Pilgrimage next year open in January!

Pope Francis publishes an Apostolic Exhortation dedicated to St Thérèse of Lisieux.

October 18, 2023

Canon Christopher Thomas shares a reflection on his devotion to the saint.

World Mission Sunday - 22 October 2023

October 10, 2023

Missio invites you to set hearts ablaze in Kenya like Sr Mary.

Pope Francis is following events in the Holy land with 'with apprehension and sorrow'.

October 10, 2023

'Please stop the attacks... War is always a defeat! Every war is a defeat!'

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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