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Peace Sunday: an appeal for solidarity and justice

January 17, 2025

In this year's Message, Pope Francis highlights the role of debt in promoting global inequality and limiting human flourishing.

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: We receive the gifts the Spirit gives

January 17, 2025

"Let us not be silent about the wonderful things God does for us."

Bishops to travel to the Holy Land to support and advocate for Christians living there

January 16, 2025

Ending the violence in the region “has never been more urgent”.

Terminally Ill Adults Bill - House of Commons call for evidence

January 14, 2025

Members of the public, interested organisations and hospices are urged to act.

The role of the Permanent Deacon in the life and mission of the Church

January 14, 2025

“A man’s heart plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps.” (Prov16:9)

Applications for Lourdes 2025 are now open! Is Our Lady calling you to Lourdes this year?

January 10, 2025

Our pilgrimage is "Love in Action" and we journey to Lourdes to serve each other and to renew our commitment to walk with Jesus Christ.

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity: “Do you believe this?”

January 10, 2025

The occasion reminds Christians of Jesus’ prayer for his disciples, that “they may be one so that the world may believe”

Read Bishop Richard's Pastoral Letter for the Baptism of the Lord

January 10, 2025

"Let us all come together for prayer, formation and the renewed mission for the world the Lord calls us to serve."

Education News

St Joseph's Specialist Trust, Cranleigh, achieves Romero Award Developer Level

March 14, 2025

St Joseph's is the first school in the Diocese to be awarded the Developer Level Award.

Tim Hallett inducted as Headteacher of St Joseph's, Epsom

March 11, 2025

Bishop Richard celebrated the Induction Mass with parish clergy, and spoke of the call to service of God and neighbour.

Celebrating Coaching Success: St Peter’s Catholic School Awarded Gold

March 7, 2025

The school has won the prestigious Gold Award for Coaching, Mentoring and Professional Learning in Education.

Xavier CET Early Career provision rated Outstanding by Ofsted

March 6, 2025

"We are incredibly grateful to work with such an exceptional lead provider, enabling us to deliver a first-class service."

Education Service team participate in national RE conference

March 3, 2025

Five members of Education Service staff took part in the ATCRE conference in Birmingham.

Mayfield School students fundraise for Cardinal Hume Centre

February 25, 2025

The school recently presented a cheque for £4066, raised by a Sleep Out and Live Crib

Carly Carden inducted as Headteacher, St John the Baptist, Brighton

February 10, 2025

The parish and school family gathered for the induction Mass with Bishop Richard.

Induction of Anita Philbrook at Our Lady of Lourdes, Rottingdean

February 3, 2025

The school and parish community gathered with Bishop Richard on the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord.

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