Diocesan News

Read Bishop Richard's Pastoral Letter for Good Shepherd Sunday.

April 28, 2023

"Every one of us has a vocation, a calling, given to us by God."

Join our Formation Team for a special Sycamore Webinar on Tuesday 4 July at 7pm.

April 26, 2023

Explore how Sycamore is being used in parishes, schools and chaplaincies.

King Charles III's Coronation will take place on Saturday 6 May.

April 24, 2023

We pray for our King as he assumes the fullness of high office.

Pope Francis gifts relics from the True Cross to King Charles III.

April 20, 2023

The relic will be incorporated into the newly-made Cross of Wales and used in the Coronation.

World Day for Grandparents and Elderly: Restoring dignity to those who are cast aside.

April 18, 2023

The day, celebrated on July 23, has the theme 'His mercy is from age to age'.

Archbishop Maury Buendía is the new Apostolic Nuncio to Great Britain.

April 13, 2023

In a statement issued today, Cardinal Vincent Nichols 'welcomed' the appointment.

The Continental Stage of the Synod draws to a close.

April 11, 2023

It highlighted "a greater awareness of the importance of walking together."

Bishop Richard's Arundel Cathedral Chrism Mass Homily

April 6, 2023

“Through the sacraments we are united in a hidden and real way to Christ.”

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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