Diocesan News

Bishop Richard ordains two new priests for The Diocese of Arundel & Brighton

July 9, 2025

Fr Gary Carter and Fr Scott Coleman join the Diocese at an important time, with the Pastoral Plan offering new opportunities for mission.

"Render unto Caesar": new Bishops' Conference publication on taxation and Catholic morality is released

July 8, 2025

The document offers 12 insightful chapters from economists, academics and experts.

Cardinal Newman School & East Brighton parish Citizens UK representatives meet Pope Leo

July 4, 2025

Community organising charity Citizens UK includes more than 50 Catholic member institutions, including schools and parishes.

Weekly Reflection: "Openness to the Word demands a spirit of listening"

July 4, 2025

May our word to the world be that of the seventy-two, for it is the gift of the Risen Lord: “Peace be with you.”

Canon Paul Jennings celebrates 50 years of priesthood

July 3, 2025

Canon Paul has given many years’ of service to the diocesan Tribunal.

Sea Sunday: Seafarers need a Good Samaritan

July 3, 2025

This Sea Sunday, 13 July, we pray for seafarers and fishers, and thank them for the vital role they play in all of our lives.

People from across the Diocese join Corpus Christi celebrations at Arundel Cathedral

June 27, 2025

In his homily, Bishop Richard reflected on the Jubilee as a "journey to Christ", and the increasing numbers of people joining the Church.

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: With Pope Leo, we pray for peace

June 27, 2025

"Let us strive for justice and promote the dignity of every person."

Education News

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.

New Head of School and Executive Head inducted at St Mary's, Bognor

November 25, 2024

Kathryn Cole and Peter Edgington were inducted by Bishop Richard at Our Lady of Sorrows.

Students from St John the Baptist, Woking, visit House of Lords with Anti-Bullying Alliance

November 15, 2024

The students were invited to the House of Lords to chair the charity's Anti-Bullying event

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