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Synod leadership respond to Archbishops' Council

Bishop Jonathan and the Chairs of the Houses of Diocesan Synod, have responded to the Archbishops' Council following a no-confidence motion in December.


A moment for spiritual renewal, says Bishop

Bishop Jonathan has thanked the diocesan family for all the work that goes on in churches and communities every week of the year and acknowledged the impact of Church safeguarding failings.

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Poverty and Hope Appeal this Christmas and beyond

It is still possible to support the diocese's annual Poverty and Hope appeal this Christmas.

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A light in the darkness

Bishop Jonathan shares his Christmas message for 2024

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Diocesan Synod backs vote of no confidence

The motion relating to Archbishops' Council's oversight of safeguarding, urged for reforms to be taken to 'restore trust'.


'Growing safe and healthy cultures is number one priority', says Bishop

Bishop Jonathan has used his presidential address at Diocesan Synod to say the safeguarding of all is at the heart of the diocese's new vision.

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White Ribbon Day message

Bishop Simon Burton-Jones invites men to make a stand against violence towards women and girls.

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Letter regarding Assisted Dying

Bishops Jonathan and Simon have written to clergy and lay ministers regarding their concerns about the move to legalise assisted dying.


Parishes reflect on safeguardingĀ 

Sermons, talks, prayers, and films were all ways parishes marked Safeguarding Sunday on 17 November.

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Bishop's Safeguarding Sunday address

"Children, vulnerable adults, and victims and survivors of abuse need to be at the heart and centre of everything we do." Bishop Jonathan

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