Bishop Guli’s speech on the importance of stable housing during the Archbishop of Canterbury’s House of Lords Debate
8 December 2023
The Bishop of Chelmsford, and Church of England lead Bishop for Housing, the Rt Rev Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani, has spoken about the importance of stable housing during the Archbishop of Canterbury's debate on Love Matters.
The Revd Darren McIndoe appointed as Area Dean of Harlow
5 December 2023
The Revd Darren McIndoe has been appointed as the next Area Dean of Harlow.
Bishop of Chelmsford introduces Bill to allow humanitarian visas for those seeking asylum
29 November 2023
The Bishop of Chelmsford is proposing legislation to provide a safe and legal route to the UK for those seeking asylum, as part of attempts to crack down on illegal people smuggling across the Channel in small boats.
Bishop Guli’s Presidential Address to the November 2023 meeting of Chelmsford Diocesan Synod
25 November 2023
Bishop Guli’s Presidential Address to Diocesan Synod, November 2023.
The Revd David Rollins appointed as Area Dean of Thurrock
20 November 2023
The Bishop of Chelmsford has announced that the next Area Dean of Thurrock will be the Revd David Rollins.
Bishop Guli’s Speech to the House of Lords during the King’s Speech debate on Foreign Affairs
15 November 2023
On 15 November, Bishop Guli addressed the House of Lords during the King's Speech Debate on Foreign Affairs.
Chelmsford Diocese welcomes Bishop Adam, Archdeacon Kate and Archdeacon Jonathan
4 November 2023
On Saturday 4 November a special service was held at Chelmsford Cathedral to welcome the new Bishop of Bradwell, the new Archdeacon of Stansted and the new Archdeacon of Chelmsford.
The Rev’d Sebastian Harries appointed as Canon Precentor at Chelmsford Cathedral
2 November 2023
The Rev’d Sebastian Harries appointed as Canon Precentor at Chelmsford Cathedral
A Statement from 44 Bishops on Living in Love and Faith
2 November 2023
Bishop Guli, Bishop Lynne and Bishop Roger have signed a statement from 44 bishops on Living in Love and Faith
Statement from the House of Bishops on the war in Gaza
31 October 2023
An appeal for Peace “They shall not learn war any more” (Isaiah 2.4) Isaiah’s vision of peace was…
Giving thanks for those involved in the work of safeguarding in our diocese
17 October 2023
On 16 October, people from across our diocese gathered at Chelmsford Cathedral to give thanks for those who are involved in the work of safeguarding.
Bishop Lynne takes part in panel discussion on Church of England report into wellbeing of clergy from working class backgrounds
6 October 2023
The Bishop of Barking, the Rt Revd Lynne Cullens has taken part in a panel discussion about a Church of England report into the wellbeing of working class clergy.
Cornerstone Church and St Andrew’s Leytonstone recognised at the Waltham Forest Faith and Belief Awards
4 October 2023
Waltham Forest Deanery were well represented at the Waltham Forest Faith and Belief awards, which were held on 28 September, winning 2 of the 7 awards.