Religion

Mr Guanco was a pastor at Jesus the Living Water Church in Eastbourne

Man who died when sign fell at music festival named as tributes paid

The remainder of Big Church Festival in Steyning, West Sussex, has been called off

The remainder of Big Church Festival in Steyning, West Sussex, has been called off

Organisers of Christian festival release statement after sign falls and man dies

The former Brighton and Hove Sports and Social Club on Lewes Road

The former Brighton and Hove Sports and Social Club on Lewes Road

Plan to turn social club into Islamic learning centre sparks strong reaction

The Brighton and Hove Reform Synagogue was consecrated in 1967

The Brighton and Hove Reform Synagogue was consecrated in 1967

Synagogue to install new security measures after rise in antisemitic attacks

'An utter disgrace' - furious row erupts over 'totally neglected' churchyard

The Rev'd Keith Littlejohn leading the Hymns of the Decades.

The Rev'd Keith Littlejohn leading the Hymns of the Decades.

Generations come together to celebrate church's 90th anniversary

The Revd Marcus Collie, Vicar of Midhurst and Rector of All Hallows, Woolbeding.

The Revd Marcus Collie, Vicar of Midhurst and Rector of All Hallows, Woolbeding.

Vicar to visit 100 churches by motorbike on ambitious fundraising mission

Work led by Pilbeam Construction to fix the leaking roof of the Grade II*listed All Saints Church in Lindfield is back underway.

Work led by Pilbeam Construction to fix the leaking roof of the Grade II*listed All Saints Church in Lindfield is back underway.

Nesting birds force delay to restoration of historic church

Four new deacons from across the Diocese were ordained by the Bishop of Horsham, Ruth Bushyager.

Four new deacons from across the Diocese were ordained by the Bishop of Horsham, Ruth Bushyager.

Four new deacons ordained as they begin ministry across Sussex

An aerial view of the site

An aerial view of the site

Planning and development

Church of Scientology's plans to convert two fields into huge car park approved

Wealden District Council's councillors with Wadhurst Church representatives.

Wealden District Council's councillors with Wadhurst Church representatives.

Historic church set for major transformation to create 'welcoming community space'

Christina Lucey has dedicated more than 25 years volunteering for the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development (CAFOD).

Christina Lucey has dedicated more than 25 years volunteering for the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development (CAFOD).

Care home resident honoured by Pope for decades of charity work

Bishoy, his wife Marina, and their three healthy babies - Miracle, Levi, and Suriel

Bishoy, his wife Marina, and their three healthy babies - Miracle, Levi, and Suriel

Couple who were told they couldn't have kids celebrate 'miracle' triplets

Deacon Mark and wife Jane Woods have received a papal blessing from Pope Leo

Deacon Mark and wife Jane Woods have received a papal blessing from Pope Leo

Couple recognised by Pope Leo for charitable work

The Parish of Forest Row has appointed 14-year-old Joshua Burton as its new Organ Scholar.

The Parish of Forest Row has appointed 14-year-old Joshua Burton as its new Organ Scholar.

Parish appoints teenage organ scholar to support church music

Bognor Regis Methodist Church

Bognor Regis Methodist Church

100-year-old church put up for sale

The Diocese of Chichester held a special service in which one hundred and twelve people were commissioned as authorised Lay Ministers by The Right Reverend Ruth Bushyager, Bishop of Horsham at Chichester Cathedral.

The Diocese of Chichester held a special service in which one hundred and twelve people were commissioned as authorised Lay Ministers by The Right Reverend Ruth Bushyager, Bishop of Horsham at Chichester Cathedral.

New wave of lay ministers commissioned at cathedral ceremony

The memorial in Palmeira Square, Hove

The memorial in Palmeira Square, Hove

Religious group says it feels targeted by 'callous' new council memorial policy

Beloved snooker club open almost 100 years pleads for support amid fears for future

'Substantial' former church building goes on sale for £1.65m

James MacCleary MP called on the government to scrap a new ‘church tax’ on listed places of worship.

James MacCleary MP called on the government to scrap a new ‘church tax’ on listed places of worship.

Local government

MP warns new tax could force closure of historic churches

The Sussex 'witch' banished from town over raw beef controversy

Elijah MC’s new single blends reggae with faith-driven lyricism, creating a distinctive sound that is gaining traction across both Christian and mainstream audiences.

Elijah MC’s new single blends reggae with faith-driven lyricism, creating a distinctive sound that is gaining traction across both Christian and mainstream audiences.

Independent musician breaks into top five gospel chart

Candle for confirmations.

Candle for confirmations.

Growing numbers confirmed in churches during Easter season

Hundreds gathered for a powerful and moving Good Friday 'Walk of Witness'.

Hundreds gathered for a powerful and moving Good Friday 'Walk of Witness'.

Hundreds gather for Good Friday Walk of Witness return

A sign welcoming the LGBT community into a church has been stolen four times in two years

A sign welcoming the LGBT community into a church has been stolen four times in two years

Reverend says 'we won't be beaten' as LGBT church sign keeps getting stolen

St Nicholas Church, Arundel.

St Nicholas Church, Arundel.

National lottery grant to save medieval church that is on Heritage at Risk list

Unmarked graves have been discovered in the church yard of St Leonard's Church in Seaford

Unmarked graves have been discovered in the church yard of St Leonard's Church in Seaford

Church speaks out as expansion project unearths macabre discovery

Clermont Church in Cumberland Road, Brighton.

Clermont Church in Cumberland Road, Brighton.

Six places of religious worship have had registrations cancelled

The International Business Centre in Three Bridges

The International Business Centre in Three Bridges

Planning and development

Vacant office building to be transformed

Professor Alan Lester from The School of Global Studies at Sussex University gave a lecture in St Lukes on Racial Justice Sunday.

Professor Alan Lester from The School of Global Studies at Sussex University gave a lecture in St Lukes on Racial Justice Sunday.

Churches mark Racial Justice Sunday with prayer and action

The Bishop of Chichester Dr Martin Warner.

The Bishop of Chichester Dr Martin Warner.

Bishop of Chichester announces retirement after 14 years of service

John Piper's High Altar tapestry at Chichester Cathedral

John Piper's High Altar tapestry at Chichester Cathedral

Chichester Cathedral

The artwork in Sussex cathedral which is one of UK's most significant

Saint Hill Manor in East Grinstead

Saint Hill Manor in East Grinstead

Church of Scientology

Decision made on Church of Scientology's licence to hold events

St Edward’s Church, Burgess Hill.

St Edward’s Church, Burgess Hill.

Church wins top national award for its environmental work

The national Church of England has confirmed it will invest up to £11m in the programme.

The national Church of England has confirmed it will invest up to £11m in the programme.

Church unveils £20m plan to grow faith communities over next decade

The former Croft Surgery building in Barnham

The former Croft Surgery building in Barnham

Planning and development

Controversial church submits plans to convert doctor's surgery into place of worship

Martin Warner, Bishop of Chichester

Martin Warner, Bishop of Chichester

The Bishop of Chichester's Christmas message for Argus readers

Scaffolding removed after over a decade surrounding city centre church

Scaffolding removed after over a decade surrounding city centre church

Planning and development

Scaffolding surrounding city centre church removed after over a decade

Bishop Richard Moth

Bishop Richard Moth

Brighton bishop becomes the most powerful catholic in the country

Saint Hill Manor in East Grinstead

Saint Hill Manor in East Grinstead

Church of Scientology

Church of Scientology headquarters to have premises licence reviewed

The Christmas lights in Gardner Street

The Christmas lights in Gardner Street

'Why is Christmas in our city being censored to appease the woke?'

The Grade II listed Middle Street Synagogue has been closed for regular services for more than 20 years.

The Grade II listed Middle Street Synagogue has been closed for regular services for more than 20 years.

New funding boost to help bring historic synagogue back to life

Using the church’s architecture as a living canvas, the installation layers animated illustrations, cosmic imagery and radiant typography over the altar and surrounding walls.

Using the church’s architecture as a living canvas, the installation layers animated illustrations, cosmic imagery and radiant typography over the altar and surrounding walls.

Church unveils light show blending scripture, art and immersive visuals

First launched by the Churches Conservation Trust (CCT) in 2015, Champing has grown rapidly, with more than 10,000 guests staying in 29 historic churches across England and Wales.

First launched by the Churches Conservation Trust (CCT) in 2015, Champing has grown rapidly, with more than 10,000 guests staying in 29 historic churches across England and Wales.

'Champing' trend shows how heritage can drive eco-friendly travel

Holy Trinity Church bell tower before and after.

Holy Trinity Church bell tower before and after.

Planning and development

Church launches fundraiser after repair costs triple during works

Khuram Kiani, founding member of the mosque

Khuram Kiani, founding member of the mosque

'These people are angels': Mosque targeted by arson welcomes in the community

Bagpipe music was played to drown out the protesters

Bagpipe music was played to drown out the protesters

Scientologists played bagpipe music on speakers to drown out protesters

£350,000 and two years later, the church is looking fit for service

£350,000 and two years later, the church is looking fit for service

Church re-opens after two years and £350,000 refurbishment

Six new readers licensed to serve Chichester Diocese

Six new readers licensed to serve Chichester Diocese

Bishop praises dedication as new readers licensed in Chichester Cathedral

Controversial street preacher forbidden from using microphone

Controversial street preacher forbidden from using microphone

Controversial street preacher banned from using microphone

The Lord Bishop Dr Martin Warner (C) and ( L-R ) Dean Dr Edward Dowler, Reverend Robert Norbury, Bishop of Lewes Will Hazlewood, Bishop of Horsham Ruth Bushyager, Reverend Emma Ham-Riche with the Venerable Dr Thomas Carpenter, Archdeacon.

The Lord Bishop Dr Martin Warner (C) and ( L-R ) Dean Dr Edward Dowler, Reverend Robert Norbury, Bishop of Lewes Will Hazlewood, Bishop of Horsham Ruth Bushyager, Reverend Emma Ham-Riche with the Venerable Dr Thomas Carpenter, Archdeacon.

Church of England

Chichester Cathedral appoints clergy to new and honorary roles

Worthing and Lancing Priest, Fr Terry Martin, receives PETA award for condemning cruel bullfights.

Worthing and Lancing Priest, Fr Terry Martin, receives PETA award for condemning cruel bullfights.

PETA award given to Sussex priest for anti-bullfighting campaign

The brightly-coloured chariot was pulled along the seafront

The brightly-coloured chariot was pulled along the seafront

Hundreds of Hare Krishnas drag huge chariot along Brighton seafront: here's why