Diocesan News
Meet our new Priests for 2020
On Saturday 26th September, Bishop Karen and Bishop Andrew will ordain 7 Deacons from our Diocese as Priests, in 3 separate locations.
Meet our new Deacons for 2020
On Saturday 26th September, 14 new deacons will be ordained by Bishop Nicholas in 2 groups of 7 in our Cathedral during services at 9.00am and 11.00am.
Harvest of a Quiet Eye
One of the great strengths of the Diocese of Salisbury is our treasure trove of priests, lay ministers, parish officers, staff and others who produce resources and write books. This is a key part of our commitment to discipleship in this part of the world.
Pause for Thought
Since March, many things have changed across our Diocese, across the Church and across the world. As change continues, and Covid-19 practices develop, it can be helpful to take stock.
'It felt like going home'
Ahead of the 'Rule of 6' measures introduced on Monday 14th September, some churches are starting to host services again, partly restoring face-to-face contact, with Covid-19 measures in place.
Decluttering for charity
Many of our parishes have supported charities for decades, and Christian Aid has always been a key charity partner for us. In these changing times, fundraising has become ever more creative.
Homelessness in the Bible and Today
Christian charity Alabaré has launched a new 5-session Bible study course this week, ‘Homelessness in the Bible and Today’, to provide insight into and understanding of the causes of homelessness and the complex issues faced by those living in crisis.
Huw Edwards announces church funding boost
Maintaining the fabric of our listed buildings, for practical reasons and as a witness to the work of God in transforming communities, is ongoing across our Diocese. Securing external funding is achieved in a number of ways.
Vocations Enquiry Morning
A foundational strand of life and work in this Diocese is that God calls each of us by name, and the heart of responding to our vocation is to be the unique person God calls us to be.
Reflecting on Creation
In this Eco Diocese, a number of parishes are joining in wholeheartedly with the Season of Creation that runs from 1st September to St Francis Day (4th October) each year.
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