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Poverty and Hope Appeal launched

Churches and individuals are invited to support peace through this year's Diocesan Poverty and Hope Appeal.

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NEW Prayer Pack Book launched

A new Diocesan book to support people with their personal prayer life has been launched.

Susanne Carlsson with the new Prayer Pack Book

Lay Ministers licensed

Six people have been licensed as Lay Ministers at a special service in Rochester Cathedral in May.


A new chapter for Archdeacon of Rochester

It has been announced that Archdeacon Andy will be leaving his role later this year to explore new opportunities.

Archdeacon Andy Wooding Jones

The National Safeguarding Standards 

The new National Safeguarding Standards and Quality Assurance Framework are designed to enable Church bodies, to identify both their strengths and areas for development with regard to safeguarding.


Don't get caught out by copyright

With millions of images easily accessible on the internet, an increasing number of churches are finding themselves in legal hot water for not being aware of copyright.

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Diocesan family gathers for Chrism service

Bishop Jonathan addressed those present at the service where commitments to ministry are renewed in the presence of God and one another.

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Maundy Money honour

Two longstanding members of the diocesan family are to receive a special honour in recognition of their Christian service.

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Bishop Jonathan shares Easter message

"Our Christian faith requires that we should do all we can to resist the powers of death and destruction, including by calling the world’s leaders to the path of justice and peace." Bishop Jonathan

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March Diocesan Synod round-up

A chance to engage with and help shape the developing diocesan Called Together vision was the main item on the agenda.

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