Diocesan News

Aid to the Church in Need launches global petition on religious freedom

June 20, 2026

"Standing in solidarity with our brothers and sisters"

This summer’s Lourdes Pilgrimage playlist is live!

June 19, 2026

Whether you'll be in Lourdes this year, or intend to follow the pilgrimage at home, you can hear the wonderful hymns and songs on YouTube.

Day for Life: Affirming the dignity and value of every human life

June 19, 2026

The Church will mark Day for Life on Sunday, reflecting on the value and innate dignity of every human life from conception to natural death

Statement on the re-introduction of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill

June 16, 2026

Archbishop John Sherrington has expressed deep disappointment that the "Assisted Suicide" Bill will return to parliament this autumn.

"Courage" is the theme of this year's Refugee Week (15-21 June)

June 12, 2026

Bishop Paul McAleenan: “As we celebrate Refugee Week… we acknowledge the resilience and hope shown by refugees and asylum seekers.

Young adults gather in Arundel for Corpus Christi

June 12, 2026

Young adults aged 18 to 35 were invited to view the Carpet of Flowers, hear a talk on it & spend time in Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.

Pope Leo XIV appoints lay woman Prefect of Dicastery for Communication

June 11, 2026

Currently President and COO of EWTN News, Maria Montserrat Alvarado will succeed Paolo Ruffini in November, continuing on a path of reform.

Papal Blessing for CAFOD volunteer Christina

June 8, 2026

Christina, from Bexhill-on-Sea was presented with an apostolic blessing in recognition of her support for CAFOD in the parish.

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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