Diocesan News

Clergy On-Going Formation: the new translation of the Lectionary

June 21, 2024

Members of clergy from across the Diocese attended last week's Clergy In-Service Conference on the new translation of the Lectionary.

Hospital Chaplaincy: "God's presence feels very near"

June 21, 2024

"In that space where the boundaries between heaven and earth begin to blur, God’s presence feels very near."

Pope Francis addresses the G7 on Artificial Intelligence

June 21, 2024

Pope Francis told the G7 that AI is "neither objective nor neutral"

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: "We rejoice in the response to God's call"

June 21, 2024

Let us pray for those who have responded to God's call to ordination to the priesthood and diaconate

Bognor Churches Organise Election Hustings for Prospective MPs

June 20, 2024

The West Sussex church communi1es are encouraging voters of all faiths and none to have their voices heard this July.

World Refugee Day: Let us ask ourselves what we can do to assist refugees and migrants

June 20, 2024

For World Refugee Day, Bishop Paul McAleenan reflects on a recent visit to the Bibby Stockholm barge

Two new deacons are ordained for Arundel & Brighton

June 19, 2024

Scott Coleman and Gary Carter were ordained on 15 June at Westminster Cathedral.

General Election Resources from CSAN and Citizens UK

June 17, 2024

CSAN has published a resource called "Do Justice: A Vision for Spiritual and Civic Renewal in England and Wales."

Education News

Parishioners & Cardinal Newman students campaign with Citizens UK on affordable housing

March 16, 2026

The campaign aims to deliver affordable housing for the city and support key workers

Diocesan primary and secondary delegates join RSE conference

March 3, 2026

The day focussed on human dignity as a basis for leadership: “The greatest among you must be your servant” (Mt 23: 11)

Pupils from St Hugh of Lincoln, Woking, celebrate KSC Bible Quiz win

March 3, 2026

Guildford Knights of St Columba congratulated the winners for their exceptional knowledge and command of Scripture.

Diocesan Education Service celebrates Catholic School Inspection results

February 27, 2026

All our diocesan schools are rated "Good" or "Outstanding" - and one has created a video to celebrate their results!

Primary School Leaders Gather for Conference

February 18, 2026

Headteachers from across the Diocese gather for networking and spiritual reflection

Canon Jonathan Martin is elected Diocesan Administrator

February 16, 2026

The life and mission of the Diocese, its parishes, schools and offices, will continue steadily and faithfully.

Leaders in Catholic Education meet MPs at the Palace of Westminster

February 11, 2026

A Parliamentary Reception to celebrate Catholic Education in England & Wales took place in the Palace of Westminster on 10 February.

Diocesan schools celebrate service of +Richard to education

February 9, 2026

Schools across the Diocese contributed to a memories book of photos and messages, presented to +Richard by the diocesan Education Service.

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