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Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: We must pray for peace

May 23, 2025

"The peace of the Risen Christ transforms our world and gives us a taste of the Kingdom of Heaven."

Prisoner support charity PACT responds to the Independent Sentencing Review

May 22, 2025

“The review highlights urgent need for improved regimes and engagement with prisoners’ families.”

Bishop Richard celebrated Mass with CathSoc at Sussex University on Tuesday

May 22, 2025

“The occasion marked an important milestone in the transformation of student pastoral care in the city”

VEC students and alumni share papal conclave and Inauguration Mass stories

May 20, 2025

"It was a moving event for all involved and a powerful reminder of the universality of the Church."

Pope Leo's Homily from the Mass for the Initiation of the Petrine Ministry

May 19, 2025

"I come to you as a brother, who desires to be the servant of your faith and your joy"

New Ministry of Consolation Befrienders commissioned to accompany the bereaved

May 16, 2025

The new Befrienders joined a network of 140 trained ministers who journey with those experiencing the loneliness and pain of loss.

Canon Kieron O’Brien highlights the progress of the Pastoral Plan across our Diocese

May 15, 2025

“It is hoped that by the end of this year all 11 new parishes will be formally established.”

The Diocese celebrates its first Mass for Migrants in conjunction with Citizens UK

May 15, 2025

“The many cultures from which we have come bring to our society a richness beyond measure.”

Education News

Pupils from Our Lady of Lourdes collect much-needed supplies for local food bank.

November 24, 2021

The School Community really embraced the opportunity to help others.

Annecy Catholic Primary School Teachers win awards.

November 11, 2021

Annecy Catholic Primary School in Seaford are celebrating the good news.

St Richard’s in Bexhill supports the Community Larder.

October 7, 2021

School pupils and staff are ‘delighted’ to help a local project.

Admissions Tutorial for Schools 2023-2024

September 30, 2021

Our latest Admissions Tutorial for Schools is now available to download

Schools warned against fake Covid-19 vaccination forms.

September 30, 2021

Schools should remain vigilant as fake letters are sent to some schools.

A message to all those working in Catholic schools from the Rt Rev Marcus Stock.

September 1, 2021

Chair of the Catholic Education Service has issued a special letter.

Bishop Richard celebrates a very special Leavers’ Mass.

July 21, 2021

St Joseph’s Specialist Trust say farewell to 2020-1 Leavers.

Pupils from St Richard's Primary School fight racism.

July 20, 2021

The children showed their support for the England football team.

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