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New CTS booklet to help Catholics protect themselves against evil.

February 27, 2024

It includes prayers of protection, thanksgiving, and prayers of faith and confidence.

The CSSA has awarded the diocese a safeguarding grading of 'Results being Achieved'.

February 26, 2024

The Bishop and Trustees wish to thank all those who contributed to the report.

Bishop Sherrington welcomes introduction of baby loss certificates.

February 26, 2024

The Church stands close to parents in grief and surrounds them and their children with prayer.

The Synodal process continues, with a further chance to comment.

February 26, 2024

Following the publication of the synthesis report from the first session of the Synod, there is an opportunity for feedback.

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: Life is ours – it is Jesus’ gift to us.  

February 23, 2024

Sometimes our lives can seem like mountains – an uphill struggle in a place in which we may feel uncomfortable. Yet Jesus is with us.

The Rite of Election welcomed more than 150 people preparing to receive the sacraments

February 22, 2024

Catechumens preparing for baptism and adult candidates for confirmation gathered at Arundel Cathedral.

2025’s Jubilee offers an opportunity commit ourselves to social justice

February 15, 2024

The theology of jubilee focusses on justice, trust and memory

A new partnership crosses borders to support survivors of modern slavery

February 15, 2024

‘Confronting the global crime of people trafficking requires international collaboration’

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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