Bishop Guli’s Visit to Israel and Palestine, January 2026
9 February 2026
Between 23-29 January, together with the bishops of Gloucester and Norwich, I travelled to Israel and Palestine, to visit…
Parish Giving Scheme enables generous giving at St Mary the Virgin Church in Shenfield
6 February 2026
St Mary's Church in Shenfield has used the Parish Giving Scheme (PGS) to enable people in their church community to give generously.
St Nicholas C of E Primary School pupil presented with High Sheriff’s Award
4 February 2026
A school pupil has received the High Sheriff’s Award for inspiring fundraising for Christian charity, Farming Community Network.
The Rev’d Dr Jonathan Pritchard appointed as Area Dean of Witham
2 February 2026
The Bishop of Chelmsford, the Rt Revd Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani, has announced that the next Area Dean of Witham will be the Rev'd Dr Jonathan Pritchard.
New “Discover the Bible” course at Holy Trinity South Woodford, funded by the Mission Opportunity Fund
21 January 2026
Holy Trinity Church in South Woodford are hosting a new "Discover the Bible" course" funded by the Mission Opportunity Fund.
Saving Our Swifts: How churches can help
18 January 2026
Find out how your church can support the declining swift population.
A statement from the Bishop of Chelmsford and the Chelmsford Diocesan Safeguarding Officer
16 January 2026
On 16 January 2026 the Charity Commission for England and Wales issued an Official Warning to the Trustees of the Chelmsford Diocesan Board of Finance (CDBF)
Introducing and celebrating the Epping Team Ministry Pastoral Care Team
16 January 2026
Discover more about the thriving Pastoral Care Team in Epping.
Confirmation service at All Saints’ Church in Rayne was a joyful celebration of faith and growth
14 January 2026
In July 2025, All Saints’ Church in Rayne hosted a Confirmation service.
Holding on to Hope in the Countryside
11 January 2026
The Revd Canon Janet Nicholls, Diocesan Rural Adviser and Agricultural Chaplain writes a reflection for Plough Sunday.
The Revd John Chandler celebrates 20 years as Supermarket Chaplain
7 January 2026
The Revd John Chandler marked 20 years as Chaplain of the ASDA Colchester store.
Witham Deanery Churchwarden Network supports local Churchwardens
4 January 2026
The Witham Deanery Churchwardens network provides a space for churchwardens to share experiences, resources, and learn together.
A New Year message from the Bishop of Chelmsford
31 December 2025
The Bishop of Chelmsford, has written a New Year message for 2026.