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.
Ordination of Priests
4 October 2023
On Saturday 30 September, twenty-four new priests were ordained at four services across Essex and East London.
Bishop Adam Consecrated at Westminster Abbey
29 September 2023
The next Bishop of Bradwell, the Rt Revd Adam Atkinson was consecrated as a bishop at Westminster Abbey during a service led by the Archbishop of Canterbury on Friday 29 September.
Bishop Roger responds to Prime Minister’s announcement on Net Zero policies
22 September 2023
The Rt Revd Roger Morris, Bishop of Colchester and Chelmsford Diocese Lead for the Environment has issued a statement in response to the Government's announcement about Net Zero policies.
Ordination of Deacons 2023
13 September 2023
Eighteen new Deacons were ordained by Bishop Guli at services held at Chelmsford Cathedral on Sunday 10 September.
The Revd John Fry announced as the Area Dean of Epping Forest and Ongar
11 September 2023
The Revd John Fry has been appointed as the Area Dean of Epping Forest and Ongar
New Archdeacons of Chelmsford and Stansted appointed
27 August 2023
Bishop Guli has announced the appointments of the new Archdeacons of Stansted and Chelmsford.
The Revd Canon Janet Nicholls appointed as a Deputy Lieutenant of Essex
17 July 2023
The Revd Canon Janet Nicholls has been appointed as a Deputy Lieutenant of Essex.
The Revd Canon Lee Batson announced as Dean of Newcastle
14 July 2023
The Revd Canon Lee Batson has been announced as the next Dean of Newcastle.