Diocesan News

Jubilee: "Much-needed signs of hope"

January 20, 2025

The commuting of death sentences in the US and release of prisoners in Zimbabwe and Cuba lift our gaze from the sorrow of war and violence.

Peace Sunday: an appeal for solidarity and justice

January 17, 2025

In this year's Message, Pope Francis highlights the role of debt in promoting global inequality and limiting human flourishing.

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: We receive the gifts the Spirit gives

January 17, 2025

"Let us not be silent about the wonderful things God does for us."

Bishops to travel to the Holy Land to support and advocate for Christians living there

January 16, 2025

Ending the violence in the region “has never been more urgent”.

Terminally Ill Adults Bill - House of Commons call for evidence

January 14, 2025

Members of the public, interested organisations and hospices are urged to act.

The role of the Permanent Deacon in the life and mission of the Church

January 14, 2025

“A man’s heart plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps.” (Prov16:9)

Applications for Lourdes 2025 are now open! Is Our Lady calling you to Lourdes this year?

January 10, 2025

Our pilgrimage is "Love in Action" and we journey to Lourdes to serve each other and to renew our commitment to walk with Jesus Christ.

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity: “Do you believe this?”

January 10, 2025

The occasion reminds Christians of Jesus’ prayer for his disciples, that “they may be one so that the world may believe”

Education News

The Alpha Beta - January issue out now!

January 9, 2026

Read the latest edition of the news & information from the diocesan Education Service online.

A Christmas card from the Education Service

December 16, 2025

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

Schools Singing Programme children join Advent & Christmas celebrations across the Diocese

December 9, 2025

Children participating in the Schools Singing Programme are contributing to Advent worship and Christmas preparations and celebrations.

Bishop Marcus Stock's Advent message to Catholic schools and universities

December 2, 2025

"The Holy Father states that our world needs [the] hope which is generated through education."

St Philip's Catholic Primary School, Arundel, joins Bosco Catholic Education Trust

December 1, 2025

The school becomes the twelfth primary (and the fifteenth school) to join Bosco CET.

St Hugh’s win the under-11’s School Choirs Award at Woking Music Festival

December 1, 2025

“The choirs’ singing was filled with joy & spirit – they’ve made us incredibly proud!”

Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe OP joins diocesan Headteachers & School Leaders

November 26, 2025

“At the heart of education is the liberation of the imagination”

Catholic Social Teaching Conference for Redhill and Epsom deanery pupils

November 11, 2025

"When we serve others, we walk closely with Christ Himself."

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