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Racial Justice Sunday: “Pilgrims of Hope: Our Journey Together Towards Racial Justice”

February 15, 2025

"We must continue walking and praying together on the path to racial justice."

Lourdes Pilgrimage team in Lourdes for Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes

February 14, 2025

Our Pilgrimage Director, Chief Medical Officer and Chief Nurse visited Lourdes for the feast and to plan this summer's pilgrimage.

Cardinal calls out "deeply irresponsible" legislation

February 14, 2025

Cardinal Nichols called the way in which the assisted suicide bill is being handled “deeply irresponsible”.

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: "Wealth and consumerism limit our vision"

February 14, 2025

"The way of the Christian must be a continual striving for what endures, a fixing of mind and heart on the person of Christ."

Obtaining the Jubilee Year Indulgence

February 13, 2025

A plenary indulgence is a grace granted by the Church which cleanses our soul and helps us to grow closer to God.

Bishop Richard visits Team Domenica in Brighton

February 10, 2025

Team Domenica supports young people with learning disabilities to acquire the skills, confidence and independence they need.

“Hope does not disappoint but strengthens us in times of trials”

February 9, 2025

Pope Francis’ Message for the World Day of the Sick, 11 February

Bishop Richard's Weekly Reflection: "We are created by God as an expression of His love"

February 7, 2025

"The worship of God is the highest of all our human activities. There is nothing more important, nothing more natural for us."

Education News

New Head of School inducted for St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Redhill

January 13, 2025

Thomas Hall was inducted by Bishop Richard during Mass in the Parish of the Nativity of the Lord.

Diocesan Education Service & St Mary's University launch "Day by Day" Primary RE resources

December 20, 2024

The resources were produced by Primary RE Advisers from the Diocese and inspired by the RE Directory, "To Know You More Clearly".

Mass of Thanksgiving for Steve Tindall, as he retires from Holy Family, Addlestone

December 19, 2024

Steve retires after 12 years of headship and 35 years in Catholic education.

New Head inducted for St Alban’s, East Molesey

December 16, 2024

Bishop Richard inducted Emma Daly as Head of School during Mass at St Barnabas Church.

Retirement celebrations for Theresa Kenefick at St Joseph's School, Epsom

December 13, 2024

The community gathered to recognise over 30 years of outstanding service to the school and parish.

100 school leaders meet to explore Catholic Social Teaching in our schools

December 13, 2024

The two-day event with Bishop Richard was attended by more than 100 delegates, with a number of expert speakers.

A Christmas card from the Education Service

December 10, 2024

Children from across the Diocese have contributed to this year's e-card, produced by the Schools Singing Programme.

New Head of School and Executive Head inducted at St Mary's, Bognor

November 25, 2024

Kathryn Cole and Peter Edgington were inducted by Bishop Richard at Our Lady of Sorrows.

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