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Charity sheep drive across London Bridge earns church national recognition
First published on: 30th July 2026Godmersham church named runner-up in National Churches Trust awards.
Teacher celebrates end of career with Assembly Bangers concert
First published on: 24th July 2026The Revd Denise Parrett signed her final register on Wednesday 15 July after 37 years of primary school teaching. To celebrate her remarkable career Herne Juniors CE School hosted an ‘Assembly Bangers’ concert.
Goudhurst project unveiled by The Duke of Gloucester
First published on: 17th July 2026The Duke attended the event following the restoration of St Mary’s Culpepper effigies and the installation of a unique stained-glass window.
Children and Young People’s Minister recognised at Lambeth Palace event
First published on: 16th July 2026The event was part of RECOGNISE week - a chance to recognise everyone involved in ministry with children, young people and their families (CYPF).
Dover Rector to feature in national exhibition
First published on: 9th July 2026A series of 12 portraits celebrating the life and witness of disabled people who minister and work in the Church of England will be launched at the General Synod this weekend.
Strategy reset - a decade of transformation
First published on: 2nd July 2026Rooted in the gospel and shaped by deep listening, our strategic plan invites boldness, creativity, and faith, trusting God to transform lives and communities across our diocese.
Church of England apologises for role in historical adoption
First published on: 19th June 2026Statement from bishops on historical adoption practices
Refugee Week 2026: Courage
First published on: 3rd June 2026Hear stories of sanctuary, explore the Afghan Welcome Project, and join the Sanctuary & Racial Justice launch at the Courageous Communities conference.
Meet the Diocese of 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï's 2026 ordinands
First published on: 2nd June 2026A former lawyer, a teacher and someone whose journey to ministry began after a chance car breakdown are among 33 people preparing to be ordained in the Diocese of 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï in July 2026.
Churches come together to celebrate Pentecost in beach hut blessings
First published on: 28th May 2026All Saints, Westbrook and St John the Baptist, Margate gathered for the seafront service.
Growth in church attendance
First published on: 14th May 2026Church of England congregations saw their fifth year of growth in a row in 2025
Young people and church leaders gather to explore church vocations
First published on: 17th April 2026The day was designed to celebrate the young leaders in our diocese, encourage the next generation, and equip those of us who disciple them.
Churches recognised in local community awards
First published on: 10th April 2026Church projects in Whitstable and 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï pick up awards in inaugural ceremony
Diocese of 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï welcomes new Archbishop in special service
First published on: 2nd April 2026A service of welcome was held at 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï Cathedral on 28 March
Archbishop Sarah Installed at 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï Cathedral
First published on: 27th March 2026The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Dame Sarah Mullally was licensed as the 106th Archbishop of 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï at 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï Cathedral
Archbishop Sarah welcomed to 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï
First published on: 23rd March 2026The Archbishop of 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï’s six-day pilgrimage walk from St Paul’s Cathedral finished on Sunday 22 March with a warm welcome at 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï Cathedral.
Installation of the 106th Archbishop of 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï
First published on: 21st March 2026The Diocese of 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï is preparing for the Installation of the Most Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally
Meningitis B outbreak
First published on: 19th March 202651¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï meningococcal meningitis outbreak
Archbishop to walk 140km pilgrimage to 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï
First published on: 15th March 2026It is the first time in modern history that an Archbishop of 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï has undertaken a pilgrimage of this nature in the lead-up to their Installation.
Inviting visitors into your church this Easter
First published on: 13th March 2026Churches across our diocese are finding practical ways to welcome visitors
From coffee morning to worshipping community
First published on: 19th February 2026Weekly community coffee morning in Woodchurch brings together over 40 local residents.
A new Archbishop and Bishop of 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï
First published on: 28th January 2026Sarah Mullally becomes Archbishop of 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï at Confirmation of Election
Energy footprint tool launches
First published on: 20th January 2026Churches in the Diocese of 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï are invited to take a simple step towards a sustainable future
Bishop Rose's Christmas message
First published on: 25th December 2025As we prepare to celebrate Christmas 2025, we are rightly reminded that the true gift from God in this season comes as light, love, joy and peace.
Church of England launches ‘Joy of Christmas’ campaign
First published on: 5th December 2025The Church's biggest-ever Christmas campaign is expected to reach millions.
Eco Conference 2025 'Celebrating Creation Care'
First published on: 20th November 2025The dioceses of 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï and Rochester celebrate the success of our first joint Eco Conference.
A Prayer for Jamaica
First published on: 31st October 2025Bishop Rose shares a prayer for Jamaica.
Installation of the 106th Archbishop of 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï
First published on: 27th October 2025The service will take place at 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï Cathedral on Wednesday 25 March 2026, the Feast of the Annunciation.
Estella Last named Archdeacon of Maidstone
First published on: 15th October 2025The Diocese of 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï is pleased to announce the appointment of the Rev’d Canon Estella Last as the next Archdeacon of Maidstone.
Welcome to Bishop Sarah from Diocesan Secretary
First published on: 8th October 2025On Friday 3 October, the Diocese of 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï marked an historic moment as Bishop Sarah Mullally, the Bishop of London, was confirmed as having accepted the invitation to become the next Archbishop of 51¹ú²ú³Ô¹Ï.
