Diocesan News

On Day 8 of our Novena we we pray for those who may be overlooked or forgotten.

October 17, 2026

“For I was hungry & you gave me food, I was thirsty & you gave me drink, I was a stranger & you welcomed me.”

Today we pray for all the priests and deacons of the Diocese and for those preparing for ministry

October 17, 2026

Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Feed my lambs... Tend my sheep.” John 21:15–16

Today, we pray for all those who support the work and mission of the Church.

October 16, 2026

“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” Colossians 3:23

Every baptised person has a vocation to holiness & a part to play in the mission of Christ.

October 15, 2026

On the fifth day of our novena we pray for all the lay faithful of our Diocese.

A Message from Bishop-elect Stephen

October 15, 2026

"I pray that you and I, together on this wonderful journey, can stay close to Christ & share the good news"

Pope Leo's postoperative recovery progressing well

October 14, 2026

The Holy See reports the Pope underwent blood tests and chest X-rays on Wednesday, which confirmed his recovery is progressing normally.

World Mission Sunday: One in Christ, united in mission

October 14, 2026

On World Mission Sunday, Catholics around the world come together in prayer, solidarity, and support for the Church’s mission work.

We pray for Bishop-elect Stephen & for the Religious who live & serve within our Diocese.

October 14, 2026

“Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit.” 1 Corinthians 12:4

Education News

Schools Feeding Schools: With Mary's Meals

November 6, 2026

Mary's Meals award scheme supports curriculum aims of developing pupils as educated citizens and in spiritual & moral development

New Chancellor & Vice-Chancellor for St Mary's University

November 6, 2026

Archbishop Richard Moth & Dr Øystein Lund installed in new roles in ceremony at Westminster Cathedral

Prayer & Liturgy Coordinators gather at Ladywell

November 5, 2026

66 Prayer & Liturgy Coordinators from our diocesan schools explored how to lead staff in prayer.

Schools Singing Programme choirs join in Bishop Stephen's Mass of Welcome

October 26, 2026

Children from five diocesan schools taking part in the Schools Singing Programme sang Elgar's "Ave Verum Corpus" at the Mass.

Exploring Life as an MP: Alison Bennett MP visits St Paul's Catholic College, Burgess Hill

October 22, 2026

KS4 and KS5 students had the opportunity to ask Alison about her role, current political issues, and the work of Parliament.

St Mary Star of the Sea, Hastings, hosts visit from MP

October 8, 2026

Helena Dollimore MP spoke to the children about her role as an MP and the important work she does to represent the local community.

Post Graduate Certificate in RE course begins

October 7, 2026

Run in partnership with St Mary's University, the course is transformative for non-specialists teaching or planning to teach RE.

Students from 12 schools join Secondary Pilgrimage to Arundel

October 2, 2026

The pilgrims focused on "little things done with great love" as they journeyed and worshipped together.

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