Diocesan News

O Sacrament Most Holy: Lourdes Pilgrims join Blessed Sacrament Procession

July 27, 2026

The Eucharistic Blessing is a source of grace and healing for the sick and all who participate.

The nations gather: pilgrims take part in Lourdes International Mass & Torchlight Procession

July 26, 2026

The International Mass sees the gathering of thousands of pilgrims from around the world for Mass in the Underground Basilica.

Blessed for service: pilgrims' hands blessed at Lourdes Pilgrimage Opening Mass

July 25, 2026

On Saturday, our pilgrims pass through the Grotto together and gather for Mass as a whole pilgrimage for the first time.

Our nearly 750 pilgrims depart for Lourdes, in answer to Our Lady’s call

July 24, 2026

Our pilgrimage includes people of all ages from across the Diocese, including pilgrims needing support, clinicians, Helpers and Redshirts.

World Day for Grandparents & the Elderly: "No one is forgotten by God"

July 22, 2026

The World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly is celebrated on 24 July, the Feast of St Joachim and St Anne.

Our Lady of Ransom, Eastbourne, celebrates 100 years since the church's consecration

July 21, 2026

"Parish life is a big team effort—the more hands, the better!"

Assisted Suicide Bill to return to Parliament: contact your MP to voice opposition

July 19, 2026

Bishops' Conference: “Life is a gift to be protected, especially when threatened by sickness and death."

Diocesan deacons gather at West Grinstead to renew promises of faithful service

July 17, 2026

Diocesan deacons, clergy wives and widows, gathered at The Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation to celebrate the diaconal ministry.

Education News

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.

St Peter's Catholic School Record an Easter Video.

April 1, 2021

St Peter's Catholic School in Leatherhead have recorded an Easter video.

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