Diocesan News

Deacon Jon explores the significance of a bishop’s mitre, crozier & cross

October 1, 2026

'Each of these symbols helps us to understand a bishop's ministry'

Exploring the ministry of a bishop as we prepare for Fr Stephen's Episcopal Ordination

September 25, 2026

"The ministry of a bishop connects us with the Church's beginnings."

World Day for Migrants & Refugees: “Even just one of these children”

September 23, 2026

“The cry of displaced children rises to God today,” Pope Leo said in his Message for the World Day of Migrants and Refugees.

St Edmund's Godalming: Striding in support of Christian churches

September 19, 2026

Parishioners set off on a 3.5-hour walk from St John's in Farncombe, raising over £500 so far.

Archbishop Richard receives honorary doctorate in Chichester Cathedral

September 17, 2026

Archbishop Richard also preached at Choral Evensong, reflecting on education, truth and discipleship.

Home Mission Sunday: sharing the "Beauty and Joy of Knowing Jesus Christ"

September 16, 2026

"This is the work, the mission, of the whole Church, it is the Great Commission, and comes into every area of life within the Church."

MPs vote against Assisted Suicide Bill after intense debate in Parliament

September 11, 2026

The bill was defeated by a majority of 16, with 286 votes to 270.

Education Sunday: Celebrating the life and mission of our schools

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.

Education News

St Catherine's, Littlehampton, welcomes visit from MP Alison Griffiths

July 18, 2026

Pupils had the opportunity to learn more about what an MP does and how decisions are made.

Diocesan medal for Peter Edgington of St Mary's, Bognor, & St Richard's, Chichester

July 17, 2026

Peter was thanked for his his humble and faith-filled leadership

Mass of Thanksgiving celebrated for Alan Mitchell, St Andrew's, Leatherhead

July 17, 2026

St Andrew's community came together to mark Alan's 16 years as Head.

National STEM Competition victory for St Oscar Romero students

July 14, 2026

The team built and coded a Lego "remote operated vehicle" to win the GUH STEM challenge.

Diocesan schools attend Faith in Action Award Ceremonies in Arundel Cathedral

July 13, 2026

Students were presented with Faith in Action & Oscar Romero Awards

Liturgy of Thanks held for Gemma Irvine and her headship at St Mary's, Worthing

July 9, 2026

Gemma was presented with a certificate from the Education Service and a long service medal.

Mass of Thanksgiving for the work of Toby Miller at St Peter's, Guildford

July 9, 2026

Toby Miller has been Head since 2014 and his leadership has been marked by faithful service, high aspiration for pupils and collaboration.

Education Service and diocesan CETs host Multi Academy Trust Immersion Day

July 6, 2026

Trust leaders from across the southeast gathered at St Paul’s Catholic College, Burgess Hill to share and collaborate

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