Diocesan News

A CBE for Pact CEO Andy Keen-Downs

January 21, 2025

“This award is recognition of everyone who has worked tirelessly to put families at the heart of how our criminal justice system works."

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.

Education News

Over 800 pupils gather at Worth for Good Shepherd Celebration

June 19, 2026

Each school presented their own decorated 'Legacy of Hope' anchor to Monsignor Tony Barry

Embedding Catholic Social Teaching for human flourishing & the common good

June 16, 2026

Pupils and school leaders from four diocesan schools share their Oscar Romero Award journeys.

Prayer & Liturgy Coordinators gather with Education Service & Jo Boyce

June 11, 2026

The Coordinators explored how to celebrate liturgies which embed the process: prepare, gather, listen, respond and mission.

CATSC welcomes Pope Leo's first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas

June 9, 2026

The Catholic Association of Teachers, Schools and Colleges issued a Statement of of Welcome and Gratitude for the AI-focussed papal letter.

St Mary Magdalene's, Bexhill, welcomes Dr Kieran Mullan MP

June 9, 2026

Dr Mullan was particularly impressed by the pupils' thoughtful responses to questions & the pride they demonstrated in their achievements.

Pope Leo's "Magnifica humanitas": AI must serve humanity not concentrate power

May 25, 2026

Pope Leo XIV releases his first encyclical, "Magnifica humanitas: On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Time of Artificial Intelligence."

Delegates gather in Cardiff for this year's NBRIA Conference

May 19, 2026

The three-day event celebrated collaboration, innovation and hope in religious education.

St Mary’s University invites attendees to summer Catholic Education webinar series

May 18, 2026

Teachers and leaders in our diocesan schools are invited to join St Mary's current Summer Series of Catholic Education Webinars

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