"Despite the many challenges we face, growth is happening and can happen still further."
The Rt Rev Dr Jonathan Gibbs, Bishop of Rochester
In this year's report
‘Growing God's Kingdom’ is the theme of the Annual Report and Accounts of the Diocese of Rochester for 2024.
We hope you will take a moment to look through the report, in which you will find:
- The plans we have to fulfil our shared diocesan vision to 'seek first the kingdom of God.'
- A message from the Bishop of Rochester, the Rt Rev Dr Jonathan Gibbs
- Messages from Matthew Girt, Diocesan Secretary, and Stephen Smith, Chair of the Diocesan Board of Finance
- Overview of our income and expenditure
- An account of our financial strategy
Download our Annual Report and Accounts for 2024
It is clear that when we channel our actions towards a common purpose and for the glory of God, we can change things for the better, and with our renewed diocesan vision, I am filled with hope for the future of God’s kingdom in this Diocese.
Matthew Girt, Diocesan Secretary
This year, the annual report is focused around the key objectives of the diocesan strategy. Each section shares the story and impact of how diocesan teams and parishes are working to grow missional churches, missional leaders, and missional disciples.
Growing missional churches
The diocesan support team is committed to working alongside churches, so they have the people, resources, and support they need to serve their communities and be a positive Christian presence in the world.
Growing missional leaders
Through training, ongoing support, and attention to wellbeing, we seek to equip our church leaders, both lay and ordained, to be able to grow God’s kingdom in their context.
Growing missional disciples
We are committed to helping people grow in their personal relationship with God and in confidence, so they can use their faith to be a positive Christian influence in the world.
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