Parish of Our Lady & the Saints of Sussex

05/09/2026

To mark his 25th anniversary of ordination, Fr Con celebrated a joyful Mass at St Richard's tonight, with a congregation drawn from all our parish's churches.

A reception followed, where Fr Nick presented him with gifts including a papal blessing.

Ad multos annos, Fr Con!

05/09/2026

The Lower Parish Room at St Richard's has been spruced up!

Thanks to the amazing team that sanded, filled and painted over the last few weeks.

02/09/2026

The Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) is inspecting safeguarding in Arundel & Brighton and would like to hear people’s experiences of safeguarding in our Diocese; any information shared with the CSSA will be treated confidentially by one of their expert and experienced team members.

To find out more and share your views visit: abdiocese.org.uk/news/safeguarding-in-the-diocese

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

On Thursday 24th September we warmly invite prospective students and their families to join us for our Open Evening and discover what makes SPH such a special place to learn, grow, and belong.

Our Open Evening is more than an opportunity to look around our school. It is a chance to experience the warmth, faith, and sense of family that are at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our Gospel values, we are proud to nurture young people who are encouraged to achieve their best, care for others, and grow in their relationship with God.

As we open our doors, we look forward to sharing the many opportunities available at SPH, from inspiring lessons and enriching experiences to the strong pastoral care that supports every child on their journey in becoming the person God calls them to be.

We hope you will join us and see for yourself what it means to be part of our school family.

02/09/2026

The new film "David" is showing at Portsmouth's Vue cinema this week:

Join the adventures of David, the shepherd boy and future king, as he steps out of Goliath's shadow and into his destiny.

Tickets here: myvue.com/cinema/portsmouth/film/david

Now Streaming: https://www.angel.com/guild/join/davidFrom the son...

02/09/2026

Welcome Back!

As we begin a new school year, we welcome back all the parts of our SPH family.

Together, as staff, students and parents, we embark on a new journey filled with opportunities to learn, grow, and become. Guided by our faith, our hope, and our love, let us support one another and strive to be the very best versions of ourselves.

May God's presence move among us like the wind, encouraging us to step forward with courage, curiosity, and confidence. Even when we cannot see the wind, we can see its effects, and we pray that the Spirit will inspire our actions, strengthen our relationships, and lead us closer to God and one another.

Together, let us embrace every opportunity, celebrate every success, support one another through challenges, and trust that God has wonderful plans for us, becoming the People that God calls us to be.

22/08/2026

Care should be the primary function of our health service, says Bishop James Curry on the assisted su***de debate.

Read more👉 https://www.cbcew.org.uk/bishop-curry-as-bill/

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22/08/2026

Sterling work was done with rollers and brushes this morning, getting the top half of St Richard's lower parish room walls looking much smarter. Another colour is going onto the bottom half of the walls soon - keep an eye out for a date, and your paint brushes handy to help!

21/08/2026

St Richard's lower parish room is looking rather tired but with a bit of community spirit, we can get it looking lovely and smart again. The walls are prepped and ready. Can you help get some paint on them?

- Saturday 22 August - painting party from 10am!

Come along and help - all ages welcome.