Latest news from our diocese.
Latest News
A message from Bishop Rose following the announcement of new Pope Leo XIV
First published on: 8th May 2025I warmly welcome the news of the election of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV.
Churches mark 80th anniversary of VE Day
First published on: 2nd May 2025St John’s Swalecliffe is just one of the churches in our Diocese to mark VE Day
A statement from Bishop Rose on the death of His Holiness Pope Francis
First published on: 22nd April 2025A statement from Bishop Rose on the death of His Holiness Pope Francis
Easter enjoyment for all
First published on: 16th April 2025Easter has been made accessible for all at Seasalter Christian Centre
Our Clergy Step Up for the London Marathon
First published on: 11th April 2025Two vicars from our diocese are running the London Marathon 2025. We're bringing you their inspiring stories in the weeks before the event.
How to share faith, build community and do church differently
First published on: 20th March 2025Patrick and Debbie Ellisdon's new book sets out how to plan and run Ignite in your context
Your views on the next Archbishop of Canterbury
First published on: 17th March 2025Have your say in the appointment of the next Archbishop of Canterbury. Share your thoughts on the qualities and vision needed for future leadership through consultations.
New Net Zero Carbon officers to boost eco-support for parishes
First published on: 14th March 2025The Dioceses of Canterbury and Rochester are delighted to welcome three new colleagues who will support parishes to reduce their carbon emissions
Confirmation stats recorded nationally thanks to »Ê¼Ò»ªÈË
First published on: 6th March 2025General Synod has agreed to record confirmations in statistics for mission thanks to motion from Canterbury
Confirmation Celebration in New Romney
First published on: 21st February 202518 pupils were confirmed by Bishop Rose
Applications open for £5 million conservation grants programme
First published on: 14th February 2025Parishes are invited to apply for conservation grants
£1.8 million raised through Parish Giving Scheme
First published on: 13th February 2025Last year, churches in our diocese raised £1.8m through PGS
Sandwich church hosts national online service
First published on: 12th February 2025St Clement’s Church Sandwich was the host of the National Online Service
LGBTQIA+ chaplains commissioned
First published on: 10th February 2025Our LGBTQIA+ chaplains were commissioned in Canterbury Cathedral
Listed places of worship grant extended
First published on: 31st January 2025The scheme has been extended until at least 2025/2026.
Local priest writes Lent reflections for Church of England
First published on: 30th January 2025Cathrine’s contributions also feature in ‘Wild Bright Hope: The Big Church Read Lent Book 2025
New Honorary Canons installed at Canterbury Cathedral
First published on: 30th January 2025The Revd Canon Jo Richards and The Revd Canon Dr Jeremy Worthen were installed.
Holocaust Memorial Day 'Moment of Reflection'
First published on: 27th January 2025Bishop Rose shares her message.
New Diocesan Adviser for Women's Ministry appointed
First published on: 22nd January 2025Paulette Stubbings has been appointed to the role
Bishop Rose releases her memoir
First published on: 17th January 2025The Rt Revd Rose Hudson-Wilkin has released her memoir 'The Girl from Montego Bay', an autobiography of Britain's first black woman bishop.
Pastoral Letter from Bishop Rose to the Diocese of Canterbury
First published on: 23rd December 2024A video and a letter from the Bishop of Dover for Christmas 2024
Book encourages young people to be spiritual agents
First published on: 27th November 2024Deputy Director of Education, Rebecca Swansbury has written a book, Spiritual Agents
A Statement from the Bishop of Dover to Canterbury Diocesan SynodÂ
First published on: 25th November 2024A statement read to Synod on Saturday 17 November
Cathedral schools days 2024
First published on: 22nd November 2024Canterbury Cathedral was filled with over 900 year 6 pupils and staff, who were taking part in the annual Cathedral Schools Days.
St Eanswythe's remains laid to rest in Folkestone
First published on: 22nd November 2024St Mary and St Eanswythe’s Church in Folkestone hosted a special service
Resignation of Archbishop Justin
First published on: 12th November 2024Justin Welby has announced his resignation as Archbishop of Canterbury
Remains of saint to return to final resting place
First published on: 7th November 2024Folkestone church to lay Saint's remains to rest
Archdeacon Andrew Sewell announces retirement in January 2025
First published on: 7th November 2024There will be an opportunity for the Diocese to say farewell to Andrew and his wife Jools in Canterbury Cathedral in the new year.
Clergy Conference 'Together in Prayer'
First published on: 25th October 2024Clergy from our diocese gathered ‘Together in Prayer’ at a conference of the same name at the beginning of October.
The passing of Dean Robert Willis
First published on: 23rd October 2024A message from Bishop Rose
