Our 2026 online retreat programme on the transformative power of God’s love got off to a fantastic start last month with a session described by participants as:
“the most powerful and meaningful renewal meeting I have been to.”
“lovely, very inspiring and helpful… medicine for my soul.”
“extremely powerful…amazing!”
“wonderful and moving.”
On 28th February there is an opportunity for people to be inspired by the next session in the series: “JESUS – NO GREATER LOVE.” “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.”
ADoRE leader Alastair Emblem explains: “We are very familiar with the teaching that there is no greater love than that of Jesus who laid down his life for us. But how do we as individuals relate to Jesus in our own lives? Do we have a ‘personal relationship’ with Him through an active prayer life? Is Jesus ‘Good News’ to us? How would we describe the Jesus we know to others?”
“These challenging but vital questions will be addressed by our special guest speaker Charles Whitehead KSG, the highly respected Catholic Renewal leader. He has taught all over the world and is author of many books on Catholic Renewal. He worked with Pope St. John Paul II as Chairman of the International Catholic Charismatic Office in Rome. With his wife Sue, he founded the Celebrate conferences which have inspired countless families and young people in their faith.”
As always, there will be live-streamed Mass, Adoration, Prophecy, Praise, and Prayer for the gifts of the Holy Spirit to be fanned into a flame, so that your community members can be ambassadors of love to a world that so desperately needs to know the compassion and peace of our heavenly Father. ADoRE is a monthly meeting of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal, dedicated to the encouragement of a personal relationship with God, through Jesus, in the power of the Holy Spirit. Formed in 1975 in Portsmouth Diocese, it is one of the longest continually running Charismatic Days of Renewal in Britain.
The new CELEBRATE Family Activity Pack for Lent 2026, which includes creative ways to help families grow close to God during this season. There are engaging ways to count down the days in Lent, reflective prayer and discussion, craft, games, books and movies to help families draw close to God.
CELEBRATE has also created a Lent game this year – Journey to Easter Joy – which encourages children to focus on prayer, fasting and almsgiving, in fun and interactive ways this Lent.
“Whoever drinks the water I shall give will never thirst; the water I shall give will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life.” — John 4:14
You are invited into the mystery of Christ’s transforming love
As we journey through Lent and towards Easter, we’re invited evermore into the love of God. The Promise of the Father, our Life in the Spirit Seminar, is a journey over seven sessions where we can reflect on the abundance of the Father’s love and prepare for the outpouring of His Holy Spirit this Pentecost. The seminar allows us to be gently led into the presence of God, to hear His voice, and to receive the grace that He longs to give.
About The Promise of the Father
“The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.” — Romans 5:5
This Life in the Spirit Seminar is wonderful experience. It helps us to move from knowing about Jesus Christ to knowing Him personally in a heartfelt, living, personal way. Each weekly session includes:
Teaching rooted in Scripture and the Church’s tradition
Inspired talk from an excellent speaker
Personal testimony
Small-group sharing and support
This is the heart of The Promise of the Father, which for 2026 is hosted from St Joseph’s Catholic Church in Redhill. The seminars begin on 14th April 2026 and the seven sessions prepare us to receive His grace more deeply and to open our hearts to the outpouring of His Holy Spirit this Pentecost. You can take part in person, at St Joseph’s Catholic Church in Redhill, online (using a computer or mobile phone) or from one of our many Parish Hubs spanning across the Diocese.
Who is it for?
“Let anyone who thirsts come to me and drink.” — John 7:37
Wherever you are in life or in your journey of faith, this seminar is for you. Through Baptism, the Holy Spirit dwells within us and our loving Father desires to renew and deepen that grace. He longs to pour out His Holy Spirit afresh, drawing us into a deep, loving and personal relationship with Him. You don’t need to be confident in prayer or certain of your calling, you simply need to be open to the possibility that God wants to meet you and let you experience His love, personally and powerfully.
What Past Participants Have Said
“I came with doubts. I left with peace.” “I felt seen, known, and loved by God.” “It changed how I pray — and how I live.”
Many describe the seminar as a turning point a moment of clarity, healing, and renewed purpose. Most importantly this isn’t about learning; it’s about receiving the fullness of the promise our loving God has for you.
While registration for The Promise of the Father is completely free, spaces are limited and early booking is recommended.
Each session of ‘The Promise of the Father’ will bring depth, clarity, and warmth. We are very grateful to have such excellent and renowned speakers whose teaching is rooted in scripture and lived experience. They will help us hear the Word of God not just with our minds, but with our hearts.
Time and Date
Session Title
Guest Speaker
Location
7:30pm April 14th 2026
The New Eve
Fr Terry Martin
St Joseph’s Redhill
7:30pm April 21st 2026
Salvation
Dcn Phil Richardson
St Joseph’s Redhill
7:30pm April 28th 2026
A New Life
Franciscan Friars of the Renewal
St Joseph’s Redhill
7:30pm May 12th 2026
Receiving The Promise of the Holy Spirit
Michelle Moran
St Joseph’s Redhill
7:30pm May 19th 2026
Mission
Fr Raymond Tumba
St Joseph’s Redhill
6pm May 23rd 2026
Pentecost Vigil
Celebratory Mass with Laying on of Hands
Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation, West Grindstead
7:30pm June 2nd 2026
A New Creation
The A&B CDSC Team
St Joseph’s Redhill
There is a special Mass at the Catholic shine of Our Lady of Consolation at West Grinstead on the eve of Pentecost (23rd May at 6pm) for all course participants, where there will be prayers and laying on of hands for the infilling of the Holy Spirit.
Don’t Delay Take This Personal Invitation and Receive
“And [behold] I am sending the promise of my Father upon you; but stay in the city until you are clothed with power from on high.” — Luke 24:29
Whether you join us in Redhill, from home, or from a Parish Hub, we look forward to welcoming you into this time of renewal. Come and receive the Promise of the Father the gift of the Holy Spirit poured out in love.
A Personal Testimony
Testimonies of personal faith journeys are an important part of The Promise of the Father. Margaret McGettrick’s personal testimony is below.
This is Great, How do I Register?
The course is completely free and registration for The Promise of the Father 2026 is now open. It is recommended that you book early to avoid disappointment as places both at St Joseph’s in Redhill and Online are limited. To register please complete the booking form linked below.
Please contact dabcdsc@gmail.com if you have any questions or need support to register.
Whether you join us in person at Redhill or online from home or as part of a Parish hub, we look forward to welcoming you to a life‑changing encounter with the Holy Spirit.
Parish Hubs
We are inviting parishes across Arundel and Brighton to form Parish Hubs to take part in the Promise of the Father seminars as a community from their local church.
So far we are aware of Hubs forming in the following locations:
Bexhill
Lingfield/East Grinstead
Worthing
Uckfield
As more Parish Hubs are identified the list will be updated. Please let us know if you’d like to host a Parish Hub. Email: dabcdsc@gmail.com
We are very sorry to say that Revival: Rising in Faith – Sent in Mission has been cancelled. The CDSC team are discerning whether to host a future similar event and we will post all details of future similar events on this website.
“I came that they may have life and have it abundantly” John 10:10
Have you ever felt that pull inside you? — the sense that you were made for something more?
We invite you to Revival: “Rising in Faith – Sent in Mission”, a powerful weekend where you will be equipped to live the miraculous life Jesus promised. This is your invitation to walk boldly in the power of the Holy Spirit, to bring healing where there is brokenness, hope where there is despair, and light into the deepest darkness.
You were never meant for an ordinary life. You were called to move in the same miracles Jesus did — to heal the sick, to raise the broken, to set captives free. At this seminar, you will be set ablaze by the Holy Spirit, and you will learn how unleash that fire upon a world desperate for truth and love.
The world’s economy trades in wealth and fame, but the Economy of Heaven trades in the salvation of souls — you have been entrusted with the most precious currency of all – Love. Every life you touch, every soul you lead to the light, builds the Kingdom of God here on Earth. Heaven grows when hearts are set free, and you are being invited into this glorious work.
This is not just an event. It’s a commissioning. A launching. A moment that could define the rest of your life.
Jesus is calling. Will you answer?
Attendee Information and Guidance
We are looking forward to welcoming you at Uprising, below are some essential details to help you be prepared for the weekend.
Dates: Saturday 28th February – Sunday 1st March 2026 Venue: The Meeting House, University of Sussex, Brighton BN1 9RH Audience: Open to all young people and students (18–30s) across the UK Cost: Free to attend (donations welcome). Catering: Tea and coffee, refreshments through-out the weekend and an evening meal on Saturday. If you require additional food available this is available on site at cost.
Further Information and Guidance
Accommodation Attendees should book their own accommodation in Brighton for: (Optional) Friday night (27th February) – for the Saturday 10:30 AM start and/or Saturday night (28th February).
Where can I stay nearby? Budget hotels in Brighton or Falmer: OYO Ruby Pub & Hotel – 1.7 km from AMEX Stadium; clean, good location Leonardo Hotel Brighton – near Brighton Station; modern and spacious Ibis Brighton City Centre – great location, good value The Southern Belle – boutique stay near the seafront A Room With A View – sea views in Kemp Town Strawberry Fields – clean and budget-friendly in central Brighton
🚗 Travel & Parking
The University of Sussex campus is accessible via train (Falmer Station) and bus. Paid car parking is available on-site. Car sharing is encouraged — we can help connect you with others
🍽️ Food
In addition to the meals provided by our supporters, additional meals and snacks will be available to buy on-site. You’re welcome to bring your own food.
🔥 What to Bring
Bible and a notebook Water bottle Travelcard/train fare (if applicable) Money for additional food or drinks A heart ready to receive and be sent
❓ FAQs
Do I have to be Catholic? Not at all. Uprising is grounded in Catholic tradition but open to anyone longing for more of the Holy Spirit.
Is it really free? Yes. All sessions and ministry are free and donations have been received to support us.
Can I only attend part of the weekend? You’re encouraged to experience the whole seminar. If not possible, get in touch.
I don’t know anyone — is that OK? Absolutely. You’ll meet others from around the UK — this weekend is all about connection.
Do I have to register? Yes! Registration is essential so we can prepare space, food, and team support. The link is above.
Is car parking available? Yes, paid parking is available on campus at the University of Sussex.
Help promote and raise funds for Revival
We want Uprising to be freely available for every 18-30 from across the UK. You can play your part by promoting locally, in your church, parish, diocese and local catholic youth groups, Universities and Colleges.
Revival: Rising in Faith – Sent in Mission “Revival” is a transformational weekend for Young adults (ages 18–30) on 28th February – 1st March 2026 at the University of Sussex. It is a powerful seminar to equip all who attend to live the miraculous life Jesus promised. Pope Benedict said at World Youth day 2009, “Let yourselves be guided by the Holy Spirit to be the leaven of new life, salt of the earth and light of the world.” Uprising is a response to that call — a time of Eucharistic worship, dynamic teaching, and Spirit-led prayer, forming young people as missionary disciples for today’s world. The weekend is free. If you’re aged 18–30 or know someone who is, register at: https://www.abcharismatic.org/revival-rising-in-faith-sent-in-mission/
An evening of powerful praise and worship, adoration and prayer ministry and encounter with the Living God. Come expecting miracles, healings and breakthroughs as we lift up the name of Jesus. On this “all hallows eve” night we gather to shine His light and to declare victory over darkness.
October 31st 7pm-10pm at St Mary Magdalen Church, 55 Upper North Street, Brighton. BN1 3FH.
Lighthouse is a day of renewal for the A&B Diocese brought to you by your Charismatic Diocesan Service of Communion (CDSC) team. Lighthouse is for the Catholic faithful to worship together, receive the sacrament of reconciliation, be inspired by excellent teaching, be immersed in the Holy Spirit and receive prayer ministry from our experienced and gifted prayer ministry teams and to meet friends both old and new.
We are excited to bring you the next Lighthouse event from Guildford on the 15th November 2025, starting 10:30am, at the wonderful St Joseph’s Catholic Church in Guildford. Doors will open at 10:00am. The theme for the day is “Pilgrims of Hope: Love that Builds Bridges” and we will explore this topic with talks from excellent speakers, including Charles Whitehead and Kristina Cooper.
The day includes prayerful praise and worship, prayer ministry for healing or other intentions with our experienced prayer ministry team, the sacrament of reconciliation, adoration, holy Mass and also you can gain the indulgences of the Holy Door in a Jubilee year. Please remember to bring your lunch and there is time scheduled for us to eat lunch together. Lighthouse will end around 4:30pm.
Our Lighthouse Days of Renewal are Holy Spirit filled events for the whole Catholic community across A&B. Join us on the day, tell your family and friends, and please share details of this event in your parish newsletter, place the poster on your Church notice boards (of course with agreement from your priest!) and spread the exciting news across everyone you know. Let’s together demonstrate “Love that Builds Bridges” in this Jubilee year and let the Holy Spirit fall afresh in abundance, and renew our Church in this Jubilee Year of grace.
Full address of the venue is: St Joseph’s Church, 12 Eastgate Gardens, Guildford, GU1 4AZ.
Travel and Parking
There are two paid for car parks close to the church. One is underneath the church, the address for navigation is 3 Denmark Rd, Guildford GU1 4AZ the other is G Live Car Park, 16 Dene Rd, Guildford GU1 4DB.
Guildford train station is a 17 minute walk from the Church and is served by trains from London Waterloo, Woking, Epsom, Portsmouth Harbour, Haslemere, Farnham, Reading and Gatwick Airport.
If you have any questions please contact the CDSC team via email: dabcdsc@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you in Guildford!
Celebrate Festival: A Catholic festival for all the family
Join CELEBRATE in the beautiful Sussex countryside for a relaxed faith filled festival situated around our big top! Inspirational Speakers. Have your faith renewed and inspired through talks and breakout sessions. Great groups for Children and Young People. Make friends and experience the gospel in relevant and dynamic ways. Masses and worship. Encounter the presence of God in beautiful Eucharists and anointed worship. Prayer. Spend time in Worth’s beautiful Abbey and also have the opportunity to receive prayer. Fun and fellowship. Get to know others over tea, coffee or a glass of wine and fun family activities. Come and camp in our festival field, or book into residential school accommodation -> Weekend and Day tickets available!
Details: 16 – 20 August 2025, Worth School, West Sussex
Final call for bookings by midnight 9th August. More details and to book: Link
A day of teaching, praise and worship to grow our team of prayer ministers to serve in our parishes and events across the Diocese.
The laying on of hands is a deeply biblical and sacramental gesture, rooted in the ministry of Jesus and the early Church. While it holds a formal place in the sacraments of ordination and confirmation, it also finds expression in the life of the laity—especially those called to serve in prayer ministry.
For lay Catholics, this ministry is not about assuming clerical roles, but about being instruments of Christ’s love and healing. When done with humility, discernment, and under the guidance of the Church, the laying on of hands becomes a powerful act of intercession and solidarity. It is a way of saying: You are not alone. Christ is here with you.
In the Catholic Charismatic Renewal and other prayer settings, lay people may gently place hands—often on the shoulder—while praying for healing, peace, or the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. This is not a sacramental act, but a gesture of service, rooted in love for our brothers and sisters. It is always Christ who heals, consoles, and transforms; we are simply the vessels.
This ministry is about facilitating an encounter with Jesus—not through our eloquence or power, but through our faith, compassion, and willingness to be present. As St. Teresa of Ávila reminds us, “Christ has no body now but yours”
The laying on of hands becomes a visible sign of the invisible grace God longs to pour out upon His beloved children.
Open to all Catholics who wish to serve in this way!
Where: St Edward the Confessor Church in Poundhill, Crawley RH10 7EQ
A driving desire in unity for a New Pentecost upon the whole world in this “Pilgrims of Hope” Jubilee Year 2025. “Let’s return to the Holy Spirit, so He would return to us” St. Elena Guerra.
The Vatican based international Charismatic Renewal Service (CHARIS) founded by the late Pope Francis is calling for everyone throughout the world, united as one heart, to pray the Novena to the Holy Spirit during this Jubilee Year, so that the world will experience a NEW PENTECOST.
There are many signs that our Lord Jesus Christ is giving us, such as great revivals in many parts of the world and we must act on this opportunity! Our Lord is calling us to claim for a great and powerful outpouring of the fire from above. “Therefore, without fear, united hand in hand with God and with one another, let’s go forward, let’s be disciples of the Christ. The Christ precedes us. The world needs His Light. Humanity needs Him as a bridge to be reached by God, by his love” (His Holiness Leo XIV). As Pope Leo XIV asks and repeats: let’s become a bridge. In this case, let’s become a bridge for the Holy Spirit to come upon us all….to come in us and through us!
CHARIS have asked that we use the Novena of Saint Elena Guerra: “A New Cenacle”. The novena starts on Friday May 30th (the day after Ascension Thursday) and continues for 9 days to Saturday June 7th (Pentecost Vigil). You can pray the novena individually or as a group together (even using an online meeting!) – but however you pray the novena, let’s pray from the depth of our hearts, with fervour, hope, and great faith, knowing that all our novena prayers are rising to heaven and being heard.
The Latin American bishops’ document of Aparecida No. 548 beautifully emphasises: “We cannot waste this hour of grace. We need a new Pentecost! We need to go out to meet people, families, communities, and peoples to communicate and share the gift of the encounter with Christ, who has filled our lives with meaning, with truth and love, with joy and hope! We cannot remain quietly waiting passively in our churches, but rather we urgently need to go out in all directions to proclaim that evil and death do not have the last word, that love is stronger, that we have been freed and saved by the Easter victory of the Lord of history, that He calls us to the Church, and that He wants to multiply the number of His disciples and missionaries in building His Kingdom…”
“When You send forth your breath, they are created; and you renew the face of the earth” (Ps 104:30)
The New Cenacle: Novena to the Holy Spirit by Saint Elena Guerra
Stop Press: Pope Francis’ funeral will be screened in the Church from just after 10:00am. You are welcome to come along early if you wanted to watch the service immediately before we start Lighthouse at 11:30am.
Be a Pilgrim of Hope and join us for our Divine Mercy Lighthouse marking a Year of Jubilee—a time of grace, celebration, and renewal. Lighthouse is more than just a series of events; it’s an opportunity to reconnect with our faith, to grow as a community, to receive the blessings God has in store for us and to meet friends both old and new.
On Saturday, 26th April, gather with us at St Edward the Confessor Church, Crawley, for a day of teaching, worship, fellowship, and spiritual renewal. The theme is, “Proclaim the Lord’s Year of Favour” (Isaiah 61:2) and we’ll reflect on what it means to live as ‘Pilgrims of Hope’—a calling that’s especially significant in this Jubilee year.
Dive deep into the grace and mission of this sacred year through uplifting talks by exceptional speakers, including the wonderful Fr Raymond Tumba and a special message from Ross Powell, Together, we’ll worship, receive the sacrament of reconciliation, and pray for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon us, our diocese and beyond.
The day culminates in the Vigil Mass for Divine Mercy Sunday (5:00–6:00pm)—a moment to embrace God’s abundant mercy and love.
Lighthouse is your chance to rekindle your faith and reignite hope. It’s a space where you can encounter God’s presence, find healing, and draw strength from a supportive community. By coming together, we not only renew ourselves but also become a light for others, carrying forward the mission of our faith.
How You Can Help
Spread the Word: Share this event in your parish newsletter (see newsletter entry text below) and display the event poster (linked below) on your church noticeboard (with your priest’s approval!).
Invite Others: Be a ‘Pilgrim of Hope’ and invite your friends, family, and anyone seeking renewal.
Get Involved: If your group or community has something wonderful to share, why not get in contact so that you can showcase your work? Let’s celebrate the many ways God is working through us.
Pray, pray, pray: Join us in praying for the Charismatic renewal, our CDSC team, our Pope, Bishop Richard, Priests and our diocese and for the Holy Spirit to move in powerful ways across A&B.
Let Lighthouse be the beacon that guides you closer to God this Jubilee year. We can’t wait to see you there.
At A Glance Event Details
Date: Saturday, 26th April, 2025 Venue: St Edward the Confessor Church, Hillcrest Cl, Pound Hill, Crawley RH10 7EQ Time: Doors open at 11am; event starts at 11:30am By Car: Parking is at the venue and also at Worth Corner Business Park, Turners Hill Road, Pound Hill. RH10 7SL By Rail: If you choose to come by train, the church is a 20 minute walk from Three Bridges Railway station. Route details here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/51KafxJXyi6JeMfS7
How to Promote Lighthouse
Parish Newsletter Entry Illuminate your life in Christ with “Lighthouse” Saturday 26th April 11:30am in Crawley. Join us on Saturday, 26th April at 11:30am in St Edward the Confessor Church, Crawley (RH10 7EQ) for Lighthouse, a day of renewal, worship, teaching, and fellowship. Explore “Proclaim the Lord’s Year of Favour” (Isaiah 61:2) and grow as ‘Pilgrims of Hope’ in this Jubilee year. Highlights include; uplifting teaching and prayer ministry, the Sacrament of Reconciliation and ending with a Vigil Mass for Divine Mercy Sunday. Doors open at 11am—don’t forget your packed lunch! Drinks and snacks will be available. Find details at abcharismatic.org.
Poster A downloadable poster for you to share in your parishes and with your friends: Lighthouse260425poster
Contact Us: For more information or if you have any questions, please contact the A&B CDSC Team via email dabcdsc@gmail.com.
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