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Pastoral Letter from Bishop Rose to the Diocese of Canterbury

First published on: 23rd December 2024

A video and a letter from the Bishop of Dover for Christmas 2024

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Book encourages young people to be spiritual agents

First published on: 27th November 2024

Deputy Director of Education, Rebecca Swansbury has written a book, Spiritual Agents

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A Statement from the Bishop of Dover to Canterbury Diocesan Synod 

First published on: 25th November 2024

A statement read to Synod on Saturday 17 November


St Eanswythe's remains laid to rest in Folkestone

First published on: 22nd November 2024

St Mary and St Eanswythe’s Church in Folkestone hosted a special service

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Cathedral schools days 2024

First published on: 22nd November 2024

Canterbury Cathedral was filled with over 900 year 6 pupils and staff, who were taking part in the annual Cathedral Schools Days.

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Resignation of Archbishop Justin

First published on: 12th November 2024

Justin Welby has announced his resignation as Archbishop of Canterbury


Remains of saint to return to final resting place

First published on: 7th November 2024

Folkestone church to lay Saint's remains to rest


Archdeacon Andrew Sewell announces retirement in January 2025

First published on: 7th November 2024

There will be an opportunity for the Diocese to say farewell to Andrew and his wife Jools in Canterbury Cathedral in the new year.

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Clergy Conference 'Together in Prayer'

First published on: 25th October 2024

Clergy from our diocese gathered ‘Together in Prayer’ at a conference of the same name at the beginning of October.

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The passing of Dean Robert Willis

First published on: 23rd October 2024

A message from Bishop Rose

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The Archbishop of Canterbury warns against legalising assisted suicide

First published on: 18th October 2024

Read the Archbishop's statement on assisted suicide


Partner visit to Germany

First published on: 18th October 2024

A group from the Diocese of Canterbury visited Germany between 11 and 14 October to meet with groups from our Diocese’s link churches in the Protestant Church of Germany.

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Graduation of first youth ministry Catalyst cohort

First published on: 14th October 2024

Participants of our first Catalyst cohort attended a ceremony for completing their youth ministry training.

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First inter-school faith event

First published on: 14th October 2024

The Archbishop’s School, Canterbury and The John Wallis Academy, Ashford came together for a day of discussion, reflection and worship.

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Moo-sic and Worship at Biddenden’s Farm Church

First published on: 4th October 2024

On Sunday, 29th September, a special ‘Farm Church’ service was held at White House Farm in Biddenden.

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Readers admitted to our diocese

First published on: 23rd September 2024

On Sunday 22 September, Bishop Rose admitted Ann Friedlos, Janet Butcher-Weisner and Nigel Poole to the office of Reader in the Church.

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Celebrating the 10 Year Anniversary of Anna Chaplaincy

First published on: 23rd September 2024

This year marks a decade since the first Anna Chaplain joined the team at the Bible Fellowship Foundation.

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Rural church celebrates Silver Eco Church award

First published on: 20th September 2024

St Peter & St Paul, Temple Ewell has recently received a silver Eco Church award.

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Historic sculpture to be rededicated at church in Godmersham

First published on: 24th August 2024

An ancient stone carving believed by some historians to be the earliest known sculpture of St Thomas Becket is to be blessed this weekend following its cleaning and restoration.

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New LGBTQ+ Adviser joins our diocese

First published on: 23rd August 2024

The Diocese of Canterbury is pleased to welcome Mark Wilson as our new LGBTQ+ Adviser to the Bishop of Dover.

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Parish support update

First published on: 16th August 2024

A message from Diocesan Secretary Iain Blythe

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Deanery Roadshows 2024

First published on: 15th August 2024

Invitation to our series of roadshows

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Historic Christmas market to return to Canterbury Cathedral Precincts

First published on: 9th August 2024

Christmas markets to return to Canterbury Cathedral Precincts

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Statement on recent unrest

First published on: 8th August 2024

Statement From Bishop Rose and Archbishop Justin on the recent unrest in the United Kingdom

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Creating spaces where it’s okay not to be okay

First published on: 30th July 2024

We are delighted to have been chosen as one of the dioceses to take part in the Renew Wellbeing pilot in the Church of England.

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Statement regarding serious safeguarding allegations

First published on: 16th July 2024

A safeguarding statement issued jointly from Canterbury Cathedral and the Diocese of Canterbury


Raise money for your church and the churches of Kent

First published on: 12th July 2024

Ride+Stride, 14 September

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Revitalising, growing and reflecting at leaders’ conference

First published on: 12th July 2024

Dozens of church leaders from across our diocese gathered at a Leading your Church into Growth conference

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Former wrestler included in those ordained for ministry in Canterbury Cathedral

First published on: 5th July 2024

A former wrestler, army officer, youth worker, and teacher were just some of the people ordained for ministry in Canterbury Cathedral last weekend.

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Social Justice Network launched

First published on: 28th June 2024

The SJN is at the heart of the diocesan vision that we are ‘changed lives changing lives’, as we help to transform our communities through social action. SJN has its official launch on Thursday 13 June.

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