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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 ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú 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

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú 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 ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú


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 ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú 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 ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú warns against legalising assisted suicide

First published on: 18th October 2024

Read the Archbishop's statement on assisted suicide


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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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 ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Cathedral Precincts

First published on: 9th August 2024

Christmas markets to return to ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú 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 ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Cathedral and the Diocese of ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú


Raise money for your church and the churches of Kent

First published on: 12th July 2024

Ride+Stride, 14 September

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Former wrestler included in those ordained for ministry in ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú 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 ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Cathedral last weekend.

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Bumper crop to be ordained

First published on: 20th June 2024

20 deacons and six priests will be ordained at ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Cathedral on 29 June.

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Our Home: Refugee Week 2024

First published on: 10th June 2024

A summary of the theme and events for refugee week

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General election 2024: invitation to pray for the nation

First published on: 22nd May 2024

Archbishops call for respect and kindness in heat of debate

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Serving Our Communities - looking out for opportunities

First published on: 3rd May 2024

As part of reaching out to serve our community, St. Francis Church (Ashford Town Parish) worked in partnership with Ashford Borough Council, to host the ‘Eat Well, Spend Less Roadshow’.  

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£3m funding for church growth in Margate and Maidstone

First published on: 16th April 2024

The Church of England has granted £3.2 million for a programme of church planting and revitalisation over five years in Margate and Maidstone

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New appointment marks fresh start for resourcing church

First published on: 9th February 2024

Margate church welcomes new Priest Reverend Mark Nelson

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Thank you to Peter Wyllie as he steps down as Chair

First published on: 18th January 2024

After three years as the Chair of the Diocesan Board of Finance, Peter Wyllie has decided to step back.


Bishops propose prayers for God's blessing for same-sex couples

First published on: 20th January 2023

Living in Love and Faith proposals


Inspiring Everyday Faith

First published on: 24th January 2020

Diocesan Synod in Open Session


Inspiring Everyday Faith – Diocesan Synod in Open Session
Saturday 7 March 2020 from 9am to 12.30pm
John Wallis Academy, Ashford

Bishop Rose Hudson-Wilkin will be addressing synod for the first time and our


Saying Yes to Life

First published on: 24th January 2020

An evening with Ruth Valerio

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú us at St Paul’s Church in ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú on Monday 24 February from 7.30pm for a talk by Ruth Valerio about her Lent book ‘Saying yes to life’, which is the Archbishop of ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú’s Lent book for this year.


Hugh Nelson named as next Bishop of St Germans

First published on: 20th January 2020

Hugh is currently the parish priest of St Mary’s, Goudhurst and Christ Church, Kilndown (known as GK Church), in ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú.

Downing Street has announced that the next Bishop of St Germans is to be the Revd Hugh Nelson. Hugh is currentl


Response to Peter Ball Documentary

First published on: 16th January 2020



The programme is upsetting but important viewing for all who want to make the Church safer.








The two-part documentary is ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú to watch online here.

The national church has issued the following response from Bishop Peter H

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