Latest News
| Bishop James shares message on the reopening of churches Bishop James has shared a message of encouragement and reassurance with the Diocese (Wednesday 10 June), following the recent announcements from Government and the Church of England around reopening of church buildings and funerals. | |
| Churches can reopen for individual prayer Bishop James responds to the Government's announcement that churches can open for individual private prayer from 15 June. | |
| Church seeks journalist to build 'community life' A Kent-based church say they’re looking to strengthen community life by recruiting a full-time journalist to its staff. | |
| Bishop James shares a reflections on the killing of George Floyd Bishop James has shared his personal reflections arising from the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis | |
| Church schools thanked and encouraged As many Church schools in the Diocese began to welcome pupils back, Bishop Simon has written to thank and encourage them. | |
| Diocese to host online conference to consider impact of COVID-19 on the Church Bishop Simon is inviting clergy and lay people to join an online conference to explore the impact of COVID-19 on the Church's mission and ministry. | |
| Bishop Simons' Reflection for Pentecost As we look travel through Thy Kingdom Come and look ahead to Pentecost, Bishop Simon offers a Reflection. | |
| New lay ministers licensed via Zoom Twelve new Licensed Lay Ministers have been licensed to the Diocese online. | |
| Diocese backs new Faith at Home Campaign Faith at Home is a national campaign to resource and equip parishes, families and schools in the spiritual care and nurture of children and young people. | |
| Phased return of ministers to churches in the Diocese Following the House of Bishops backing of a phased return to church buildings ministers in the Diocese have been informed of our plans. | |
