Diocesan News

Pope Francis' condition "showing slight improvement" in hospital

February 21, 2025

The Holy See Press Office reports that on Thursday "he received the Eucharist and then dedicated himself to work activities."

Local Faith Communities Unite Against Assisted Dying Bill

February 17, 2025

Parishioners from Lewes, Peacehaven, Newhaven, and Seaford convened at Project Galilee to discuss the Assisted Dying Bill.

Haslemere parish event fundraises for Books2Africa charity

February 17, 2025

Parishioners at Our Lady of Lourdes in Haslemere raised over £1,620 with a quiz, meal and raffle

Racial Justice Sunday: “Pilgrims of Hope: Our Journey Together Towards Racial Justice”

February 15, 2025

"We must continue walking and praying together on the path to racial justice."

Lourdes Pilgrimage team in Lourdes for Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes

February 14, 2025

Our Pilgrimage Director, Chief Medical Officer and Chief Nurse visited Lourdes for the feast and to plan this summer's pilgrimage.

Cardinal calls out "deeply irresponsible" legislation

February 14, 2025

Cardinal Nichols called the way in which the assisted suicide bill is being handled “deeply irresponsible”.

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: "Wealth and consumerism limit our vision"

February 14, 2025

"The way of the Christian must be a continual striving for what endures, a fixing of mind and heart on the person of Christ."

Obtaining the Jubilee Year Indulgence

February 13, 2025

A plenary indulgence is a grace granted by the Church which cleanses our soul and helps us to grow closer to God.

Education News

The National Conversation: listening to young people’s views on our community

September 21, 2026

In National Conversation Week, schools, colleges and youth settings are encouraged to host conversation sessions.

St Cuthbert's, Englefield, hosts visit from MP in Pupil Parliament Week

September 14, 2026

MP Jack Rankin visited St Cuthbert's to lead a whole-school assembly and gave advice to Y6 pupils ahead of House Captain elections.

Education Sunday: Celebrating the life and mission of our schools Copy

September 11, 2026

Established 178 years ago in 1848, the day provides an opportunity to celebrate and give thanks to all those involved in Catholic education.

Message to Catholic Schools for Education Sunday

September 11, 2026

Education Sunday offers an opportunity for us to pray for all people involved in Catholic education.

Interested in a career in teaching? Talk to Xavier Teach South East

September 9, 2026

Join a Xavier Teach South East open morning or online information event the Autumn.

Conference: "Building on the Legacy of Women’s Pivotal Role in Catholic Education"

September 7, 2026

An upcoming conference at St Mary's University, Twickenham, will mark 60 years of women at the University

St John the Baptist, Woking, opens new "Aquinas" SEND provision centre

September 2, 2026

"The Aquinas Centre" creates 30 new places for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

The Alpha Beta - September issue out now!

September 2, 2026

Read the latest edition of the news & information from the diocesan Education Service online.

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