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World Communications Day: Pope Leo & Pope Francis' message of peace

May 27, 2025

“Let us disarm communication of prejudice & resentment, fanaticism and even hatred. Let us disarm words and we will help disarm the world."

Pope Leo calls for humanitarian aid to enter Gaza

May 23, 2025

Pope Leo XIV has renewed his appeal for humanitarian aid to enter Gaza, calling for a cessation of hostilities.

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”

Pope Leo XIV: personal reflections from priests who know him

May 22, 2025

Priests in our Diocese who know Pope Leo from work in Peru or as the Augustinian Prior General share memories and thoughts on his election.

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"

Education News

Attention: School Headteachers, Staff and Governors!

March 24, 2023

The diocesan Education Service has just published March's Alpha Beta.

Students and staff at St Wilfrid's welcome the Secretary State for Education.

February 15, 2023

The Rt Hon Gillian Keegan met Headteacher Michael Ferry and school staff.

St Richard’s Catholic College student wins an award in the [Extra]Ordinary Portraits competition.

February 7, 2023

Ivy's work was displayed in Westminster Holocaust Memorial Day Exhibition.

Columban Schools Competition: Building Peaceful Futures.

January 16, 2023

A four-week countdown for submissions from students aged 13-18 has begun!

Cardinal Newman Catholic School in Hove welcome Chris Lubbe.

January 13, 2023

Chris talked to Year 9s about South Africa’s transition from Apartheid.

St Richard’s Catholic College celebrates exceptional outcomes for 2022 cohort‍!

January 9, 2023

'Kindness, resilience, and commitment' were highlighted as 'key drivers in life'.

Sign St Peter's petition to bring Fairtrade bananas to schools!

January 4, 2023

Pupils at St Peter’s Catholic Primary School in Leatherhead need your help.

Cardinal Newman Catholic School's Foodbank 'Foody Friday'.

December 14, 2022

Students and staff donate food and toys to support the local community.

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