Taking it in her stride: Bishop Karen’s 20-church Poole walking challenge
Bishop Karen is striding out to raise money to support churches in Dorset by walking between 20 churches across Poole in one day for Ride + Stride.
News and Media
The Venerable Matthew Trick appointed as next Dean of Guernsey
His Majesty The King has approved the appointment of The Venerable Matthew Trick as the next Dean of Guernsey.
Saying farewell to the Very Reverend Tim Barker
This week, we say farewell to the Very Reverend Tim Barker as he retires as Dean of Guernsey, a role he has held since 2015.
St John's Jersey Sea Sunday service
St John's in Jersey marked Sea Sunday on 19 July with a service celebrating everyone who works at sea and those who keep us safe on the water. The service was led by Revd Beverley Sproats, with around 70 people attending.
Good Shepherd - good stewards!
The Church of the Good Shepherd in Parkstone is celebrating after achieving a Silver Eco Church Award from A Rocha UK.
Send your stories!
We love to hear what you're doing in your church, whether it's a small win or a hundred gathered, let us know! If you aren't sure where to start, send over photos and let us know the 5 W's- Who, What, When, Where, Why?
Clergy day 2026
On Wednesday 8 July, 150 clergy from across the diocese came together for our annual Clergy Day, hosted by Bishop Karen.
Diocesan statement regarding the Rt Revd Stephen Lake
An update regarding the Rt Revd Stephen Lake
Bishop Karen first woman bishop to lead ordinations at Salisbury Cathedral
Rt Revd Karen Gorham, Acting Bishop of Salisbury, became the first woman bishop to lead ordinations in Salisbury Cathedral’s 800-year history on 27/28 June as six new deacons and seven new priests were ordained to serve communities across Wiltshire, Dorset and the Channel Islands.
Churches as cool spaces
Opening your church as a cool, welcoming space!
