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Pope Francis opens the second session of the Synod on Synodality

October 4, 2024

Pope Francis emphasised that the Spirit is ever present, especially in moments of sorrow and despair.

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: Marriage expresses "the love of God Himself."

October 4, 2024

"In a society where the spirit of taking is so prevalent, the vocation of the Christian is a powerful witness to another way."

Pope Francis and Bishop Richard call for prayers for peace and for the Synod

October 3, 2024

The Holy Father called for a renewed proclamation of the Gospel in the face of conflict.

Pilgrims from the Parish of Our Lady and the Saints of Sussex visit Walsingham

October 2, 2024

The packed pilgrimage itinarary saw parishioners "happy and renewed in faith".

Harvest Fast Day: 4 October: "If God helps and this work expands, I can do greater things."

October 2, 2024

This Autumn, Cafod asks us to help young people like Daniel to learn new skills and fulfil their God-given potential.

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: It is important to remain open to God’s grace.

September 27, 2024

"God is active in every place and at every moment, in the good practice that we have developed in our lives and in the unexpected too"

Small steps, big impact: How St John’s ‘100 Club’ is changing lives £1 at a time

September 27, 2024

The club gives parish members an easy way to make a real difference in the world, without the pressure of big donations.

One hundred catechists journey to Worth for a day of reflection and formation

September 25, 2024

Attendees explored human, pastoral, intellectual and spiritual formation with expert speakers.

Education News

New Sixth Form welcomes students at St Oscar Romero School, Worthing

September 12, 2024

The first 78 Sixth Form students began their studies this month in a new purpose-built facility.

Members of St Pancras’ Primary School community in Lewes "Go Forth"

September 5, 2024

People from across the school community joined a service of celebration last term.

Three new schools join our diocesan Catholic Education Trusts

September 2, 2024

St Joseph's, Redhill, and St Francis', Caterham, have joined the Xavier Trust and St Wilfrid's, Burgess Hill, has joined the Bosco Trust.

New Chaplaincy Coordinator for our diocesan schools

September 2, 2024

Theresa McNamara, Chaplain at St Philip Howard School, has been appointed Chaplaincy Coordinator, working in the diocesan Education Service

Diocesan Buildings Officer Mark Brunet is awarded the Benemerenti Medal

July 25, 2024

Mark has demonstrated a 'breadth of experience & an invaluable understanding'.

Education Bishop announces Jubilee date for schools

July 23, 2024

Bishop Marcus Stock has announced that 24 January will be the launch day for for schools to mark the year of Jubilee

The Diocese celebrates “Faith in Action” across Sussex and Surrey Copy

July 23, 2024

132 CYMFED Awards were presented to students from 12 diocesan primary and secondary schools.

Thanksgiving for the work of Maria Wheeler, retiring Head of St Francis', Caterham

July 18, 2024

Maria is retiring after 21 years and was joined by family, deanery colleagues, Xavier CET and the diocesan Education Service to celebrate.

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