A fund launched in April by the Diocese to offer support to parishes experiencing financial hardship during the Covid-19 pandemic has received a number of generous donations from parishes in support of the fund.
The annual Diocesan Poverty and Hope Appeal, has been launched by Bishop James with a special video message
For those churches who were able to open for public worship on the weekend of 4 July, it was a special moment.
A statement from the Diocese of Rochester, regarding the church yard at St Peter's Churchyard.
Our friends in our Companion Diocese of Mpwapwa, Tanzania have been through challenging times recently and are struggling to meet an upcoming financial commitment and have sought our help.
Dean Philip Hesketh has offered our Reflection this week.
Bishop James and Bishop Simon respond to the Government announcement that church buildings will be able to reopen for public worship from 4th July, providing physical distancing remains in place
The official launch of the 2020 Poverty and Hope Appeal has been delayed because of the practical difficulties relating to the Covid-19 situation. However, it had already been decided that we would support the same projects this year as last.
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.
Bishop James responds to the Government's announcement that churches can open for individual private prayer from 15 June.