The 1100th anniversary celebrations of the Diocese of Exeter will begin with a 24 hour fast by the Bishop, the Rt Revd Michael Langrish
26 February 2009
Advice from a banking boss, the latest eco-technology in a country church, lifestyle pledges in the North East and a cut-carbon-not-chocolate challenge are just some of the ways the Church of England is putting a green stamp on Lent as part of its Shrinking the Footprint campaign.
25 February 2009
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams and The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, have launched a joint appeal to help counter the humanitarian crisis and deteriorating political situation in Zimbabwe. The Archbishops’ appeal for Zimbabwe highlights the support needed by churches, which are struggling to feed the hungry and heal the sick, and are suffering alongside their communities.
25 February 2009
The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu today highlighted the significance of the world financial crisis and discussed the implications for ministry for those struggling with the practical consequences of the downturn in the economy
12 February 2009
A new page paying tribute to the ‘forgotten’ church work of Charles Darwin in his local parish of Downe, Kent, has been published on the Church of England’s website
11 February 2009
The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu will dedicate the memorial of Olaudah Equiano in St Margaret’s Church at Westminster Abbey at 6.30 pm on Monday 9th February 2009
09 February 2009
Anglicans in World Mission today welcomed the statement from the Primates Meeting, as one recognising both the need of the peoples of Zimbabwe, and the place of the Anglican Church in alleviating those needs
04 February 2009
At a meeting last week, the Church of England’s Committee for Minority Ethnic Anglican Concerns discussed the impact of the election of the new American President
21 January 2009
Church youth groups and schools are being encouraged to test out their green credentials – from how they travel to school to their packed lunch habits – as part of this year’s eco-themed Education Sunday, taking place on Sunday 8th February
19 January 2009
The Archbishop of York has told of his profound sorrow and being reduced to silence in the face of suffering as a result of the situation in Gaza
16 January 2009