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Parish Safeguarding Officers recognised at special service
First published on: 16th October 2026Seven Parish Safeguarding Officers (PSOs) representing the Diocese of ºÚÁÏÍø were recognised at a special Church of England service last month.
Church of England online service to be hosted by St Alphege Seasalter
First published on: 1st October 2026The service will reflect the church’s commitment to be alongside people in its community, and to support faith across generations, following the example of Jesus.
Surprise celebration marks 40 years of ministry in diocese
First published on: 1st October 2026From Smallhythe to Scotland, faces from Lindsay Hammond's 40 years of ministry came together to celebrate the occasion.
New heating system helps St Luke’s cut carbon emissions
First published on: 30th September 2026After securing more than £80,000 in grant funding, St Luke’s, Maidstone, has installed a new heating system that has helped the church move away from fossil fuels and take another step towards a net zero future.
Archbishop celebrates parish’s support for Ukraine during Herne Bay visit
First published on: 28th September 2026The Archbishop of ºÚÁÏÍø has praised the people of St Bartholomew’s, Herne Bay, for putting the Gospel into action through their sustained support for Ukraine.
Eco conference offers practical steps for creation care
First published on: 24th September 2026The conference brought churches and communities together to explore how care for creation can take shape locally.
Meet our new Readers for 2026
First published on: 16th September 2026On Sunday 27 September, the annual Reader Admission Service will take place during Evensong at ºÚÁÏÍø Cathedral.
Creationtide 2026: Living Water
First published on: 27th August 2026A time to celebrate the gift of creation and renew our commitment to care for God’s planet, through prayer, worship, and practical action.
New Diocesan Environment Officer appointed
First published on: 24th August 2026Sarah Challender announced in voluntary role supporting the Diocese's environment work
From countryside to heritage: local pilgrimages gain national recognition
First published on: 19th August 2026Pilgrimage across the Diocese of ºÚÁÏÍø has been celebrated by the Church of England
Charity sheep drive across London Bridge earns church national recognition
First published on: 30th July 2026Godmersham church named runner-up in National Churches Trust awards.
Teacher celebrates end of career with Assembly Bangers concert
First published on: 24th July 2026The Revd Denise Parrett signed her final register on Wednesday 15 July after 37 years of primary school teaching. To celebrate her remarkable career Herne Juniors CE School hosted an ‘Assembly Bangers’ concert.
Goudhurst project unveiled by The Duke of Gloucester
First published on: 17th July 2026The Duke attended the event following the restoration of St Mary’s Culpepper effigies and the installation of a unique stained-glass window.
Children and Young People’s Minister recognised at Lambeth Palace event
First published on: 16th July 2026The event was part of RECOGNISE week - a chance to recognise everyone involved in ministry with children, young people and their families (CYPF).
Dover Rector to feature in national exhibition
First published on: 9th July 2026A series of 12 portraits celebrating the life and witness of disabled people who minister and work in the Church of England will be launched at the General Synod this weekend.
Strategy reset - a decade of transformation
First published on: 2nd July 2026Rooted in the gospel and shaped by deep listening, our strategic plan invites boldness, creativity, and faith, trusting God to transform lives and communities across our diocese.
Church of England apologises for role in historical adoption
First published on: 19th June 2026Statement from bishops on historical adoption practices
Refugee Week 2026: Courage
First published on: 3rd June 2026Hear stories of sanctuary, explore the Afghan Welcome Project, and join the Sanctuary & Racial Justice launch at the Courageous Communities conference.
Meet the Diocese of ºÚÁÏÍø's 2026 ordinands
First published on: 2nd June 2026A former lawyer, a teacher and someone whose journey to ministry began after a chance car breakdown are among 33 people preparing to be ordained in the Diocese of ºÚÁÏÍø in July 2026.
Churches come together to celebrate Pentecost in beach hut blessings
First published on: 28th May 2026All Saints, Westbrook and St John the Baptist, Margate gathered for the seafront service.
Growth in church attendance
First published on: 14th May 2026Church of England congregations saw their fifth year of growth in a row in 2025
Young people and church leaders gather to explore church vocations
First published on: 17th April 2026The day was designed to celebrate the young leaders in our diocese, encourage the next generation, and equip those of us who disciple them.
Churches recognised in local community awards
First published on: 10th April 2026Church projects in Whitstable and ºÚÁÏÍø pick up awards in inaugural ceremony
Diocese of ºÚÁÏÍø welcomes new Archbishop in special service
First published on: 2nd April 2026A service of welcome was held at ºÚÁÏÍø Cathedral on 28 March
Archbishop Sarah Installed at ºÚÁÏÍø Cathedral
First published on: 27th March 2026The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Dame Sarah Mullally was licensed as the 106th Archbishop of ºÚÁÏÍø at ºÚÁÏÍø Cathedral
Archbishop Sarah welcomed to ºÚÁÏÍø
First published on: 23rd March 2026The Archbishop of ºÚÁÏÍø’s six-day pilgrimage walk from St Paul’s Cathedral finished on Sunday 22 March with a warm welcome at ºÚÁÏÍø Cathedral.
Installation of the 106th Archbishop of ºÚÁÏÍø
First published on: 21st March 2026The Diocese of ºÚÁÏÍø is preparing for the Installation of the Most Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally
Meningitis B outbreak
First published on: 19th March 2026ºÚÁÏÍø meningococcal meningitis outbreak
Archbishop to walk 140km pilgrimage to ºÚÁÏÍø
First published on: 15th March 2026It is the first time in modern history that an Archbishop of ºÚÁÏÍø has undertaken a pilgrimage of this nature in the lead-up to their Installation.
Inviting visitors into your church this Easter
First published on: 13th March 2026Churches across our diocese are finding practical ways to welcome visitors
