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Diocesan News

Bishop Richard's Christmas Message 2022.

December 24, 2022

May this great feast be a time of peace for us all – a peace we share".

Pope Francis has released his message for World Day of Peace.

December 19, 2022

"Our greatest and yet most fragile treasure is our shared humanity."

The O Antiphons: Advent’s Brightest Jewels.

December 16, 2022

These seven beautiful antiphons shine in the darkness of our night.

St Peter’s Catholic School in Guildford awarded National Comprehensive School of the Year.

December 12, 2022

The school's 'faith-based sense of nurture helped students'.

King Charles and Mrs Olena Zelenska are welcomed to the Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral.

December 5, 2022

The Ukrainian Welcome Centre (UWC) was officially opened by His Majesty.

Hastings to welcome a fantastic new Grandparents' Group.

December 1, 2022

The Dioceses' newest group will be based at St Mary Star of the Sea.

Our popular Evenings of Reflection for Confirmation and Youth groups are back!

November 30, 2022

Join Bishop Richard and Lizzie at venues across the Diocese.

The Season of Advent has begun.

November 28, 2022

We prepare for the Lord's arrival as the incarnate God of love.

Education News

St Mary's University and the Diocesan Education Service collaborate on new RE Resources

January 23, 2025

Devised to support the RE Directory, “Day by Day” aims to enrich and enhance the teaching of Primary RE in Catholic schools.

New Head of School inducted for St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Redhill

January 13, 2025

Thomas Hall was inducted by Bishop Richard during Mass in the Parish of the Nativity of the Lord.

Diocesan Education Service & St Mary's University launch "Day by Day" Primary RE resources

December 20, 2024

The resources were produced by Primary RE Advisers from the Diocese and inspired by the RE Directory, "To Know You More Clearly".

Mass of Thanksgiving for Steve Tindall, as he retires from Holy Family, Addlestone

December 19, 2024

Steve retires after 12 years of headship and 35 years in Catholic education.

New Head inducted for St Alban’s, East Molesey

December 16, 2024

Bishop Richard inducted Emma Daly as Head of School during Mass at St Barnabas Church.

Retirement celebrations for Theresa Kenefick at St Joseph's School, Epsom

December 13, 2024

The community gathered to recognise over 30 years of outstanding service to the school and parish.

100 school leaders meet to explore Catholic Social Teaching in our schools

December 13, 2024

The two-day event with Bishop Richard was attended by more than 100 delegates, with a number of expert speakers.

A Christmas card from the Education Service

December 10, 2024

Children from across the Diocese have contributed to this year's e-card, produced by the Schools Singing Programme.

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