News - Diocese of Rochester

Bishop Jonathan has shared a video message to the parishes, following the death of Her Late Majesty The Queen

A message from our Bishops and The Dean on the death of Her Majesty The Queen.

Communities are invited to discover more about their local heritage as churches take part in this year’s Heritage Open Days in September.

It was a weekend full of joy and emotion as 18 men and women were ordained as deacon or priest into the Diocese.

We have been shocked to learn of the sudden death of the Bishop of Mpwapwa, the Rt Rev George Chiteto.

An entrepreneur, animal scientist, and British Sign Language interpreter are among those being ordained in Rochester Cathedral in September

The first Celebration Service of Rochester’s Companion Overseas links to be held for three years, has taken place.

In light of increasing reports of lead theft the Diocese has issued helpful guidance to churches to help reduce the risk of theft.

Church School Celebration Days have been held again in Rochester Cathedral and Bromley Parish Church for the first time since before the pandemic.

Rochester Diocese is one of four dioceses that has contributed to a new national report exploring Easter day church-going attendance in 2022.