Bishop Guli’s delight and relief at Layan Nasir’s release
6 December 2024
The Bishop of Chelmsford, the Rt Rev Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani says she was delighted and relieved to hear the news that Palestinian Christian, Layan Nasir has been released after being imprisoned for eight months without charge by Israeli authorities.
The Revd Dr Sue Lucas appointed as the next Archdeacon of Southend
1 December 2024
The Revd Dr Sue Lucas has been appointed as the next Archdeacon of Southend.
Chelmsford Diocese Environment Advent Calendar 2024
1 December 2024
Still looking for an Advent Calendar? Look no further! Our Diocesan Environment Team has produced an Advent Calendar containing 24 good news stories form churches and schools putting the care for God's Creation at the heart of their mission.
A statement regarding David Pickthall
28 November 2024
A statement regarding David Pickthall a former school teacher and choir master, who has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for 29 offences over a period of more than forty years.
Racial Justice Advocates and Racial Justice Advisory Panel Commissioned at Chelmsford Cathedral
20 November 2024
On Thursday 7th November 2024, The Bishop of Chelmsford, The Rt Revd Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani,commissioned our diocesan Racial Justice Advocates and our Racial Justice Advisory Panel at a service at Chelmsford Cathedral.
Bishop Guli’s Presidential Address to the Chelmsford Diocesan Synod, 16 November 2024
16 November 2024
The Presidential Address by the Bishop of Chelmsford to the 16 November meeting of Diocesan Synod.
Essex and East London churches and communities mark Remembrance
15 November 2024
Churches and schools across Essex and East London joined with people from their local communities to mark Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day.
A statement from the Bishop of Chelmsford following the publication of the Makin review and the resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury.
12 November 2024
A statement from the Bishop of Chelmsford following the publication of the Makin review and the resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury.
Chelmsford Diocese Deaf Church Retreat at Pleshey
6 November 2024
The Diocese of Chelmsford Deaf Ministry Team held a retreat at the Diocesan House of Retreat at Pleshey during October 2024
Matt Williamson appointed as Children’s, Families’ and Youth Adviser for the Colchester Area
4 November 2024
Matt Williamson has been appointed as the new Children's, Families' and Youth Advisor for the Colchester Area in the Chelmsford Diocese Mustard Seed Team.
A statement regarding the Rev David Tudor
30 October 2024
The Rev David Tudor, Rector of Canvey Island in the Diocese of Chelmsford, has been prohibited from ministry for life and removed from his post as Rector by the Bishop of Southwark’s Disciplinary Tribunal following a hearing on Monday 28 October and Tuesday 29 October.
Phillis Njuguna of St John’s Church Epping has been nominated as a Change Maker
29 October 2024
Phillis Njuguna of St John's Church Epping has been nominated as a changemaker for her work setting up and running several “Thrive” groups that support survivors of domestic abuse across Essex.
The Rev Alan Moss appointed as Estates Youth Missional Lead
27 October 2024
The Rev Alan Moss has been appointed as the Estates Youth Missional Lead for the Diocese of Chelmsford.