Special places of pilgrimage have been designated, and celebrations are planned in the Diocese.
Child-friendly Advent resources brought to you by our Formation Team.
Bishop Richard says restorative justice can offer healing to the victims of crime and rehabilitation for offenders
"Let us keep in prayer all those who will be already feeling fearful"
"Advent is a period of devout and expectant delight."
"The presence of Christ, the life of Christ, His death and resurrection is our hope and our life, and we rejoice at His coming."
The resource will help parishes and schools deepen their love of Mass, the Bible and living the Gospel in daily life.
"We are really bad at predicting prognosis - we can't predict 6 months ahead"
The community gathered to recognise over 30 years of outstanding service to the school and parish.
The two-day event with Bishop Richard was attended by more than 100 delegates, with a number of expert speakers.
Children from across the Diocese have contributed to this year's e-card, produced by the Schools Singing Programme.
Kathryn Cole and Peter Edgington were inducted by Bishop Richard at Our Lady of Sorrows.
The students were invited to the House of Lords to chair the charity's Anti-Bullying event
Children are enjoying developing their repertoire and participating in school and parish Masses.
During Mass at the Sacred Heart, Caterham, Bishop Richard said that command to love God and neighbour is at the heart of a Catholic school.
The school's approach is guided by the Schools, Students and Teachers network's Framework for Exceptional Education.
