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27 July 2026
In this edition: A reflection from the Rev'd Dr Rachel Pennant | Bishop Guli's July 2026 Pastoral Letter | General Synod authorises two new Liturgical Observances | Bishop Guli joins faith leaders in writing to Prime Minister about asylum and immigration reforms | Chelmsford Diocese events and services to mark 150th anniversary of Mothers' Union | Good News Story: Launchpad training supports youth work across diocese.
20 July 2026
In this edition: A reflection from Canon Caroline Harding LLM | The Rev'd Canon Louise Williams appointed as Residentiary Canon for Learning and Nurture at Chelmsford Cathedral | Hope for All Creation - a House of Bishops theological teaching document on the environmental crises | Vacancy - Honorary Director at Counsel for Life, Christian Counselling Service | Good News Story - Leyton Emmanuel Mothers' Union leader supports the Windrush Generation.
13 July 2026
In this edition: Esau Beware!' - a reflection from the Rev'd Andy Griffiths | Bishop Guli's 'thank you' after Lent Appeal raises more than £11,000 | Wondering if God might be calling you to Licensed Lay Ministry? Discovery Morning on 25 July | National Estate Churches Network Conferences 2026 | Good News Story - Celebrating our latest Catalyst Cohort
6 July 2026
In this edition: A reflection from the Rev'd Julie Couchman-Boor | Good News Story - Celebrating Lay Ministry in the Diocese of Chelmsford | Abundant Bradwell - Church of England Strategic Mission and Ministry Investment Board to support mission in Bradwell Area | Licensing of new Non-Residentiary Canons and farewell to Canon Michaela Southworth - Tuesday 22 September | General Synod Elections 2026.
29 June 2026
In this edition: 'Overwhelming Hospitality' - a reflection from Archdeacon Ruth | Looking ahead to Sunday's Lay Ministry Celebration | Ordinands licensed as Lay Workers ahead of September Ordinations | Bishop of Chelmsford's Lent Appeal - last chance to donate | Bishop Guli takes part in 'Leaving Egypt' podcast | Parish Finance Return deadline extended | Treasurer Webinar -15 July | Sunday First at the Diocesan House of Retreat - Sunday 5 July | Good News Story - Local schools gather for singing outreach day at Chelmsford Cathedral.
22 June 2026
In this edition: Church of England Weekly Online Service from Bradwell Chapel | Bishop Guli and Dean Jessica collect stone from Lichfield Cathedral for installation at Bradwell Chapel | Living Stones - Bradwell Pilgrimage 2026 | Good News Story - Hundreds of children to take part in Bradwell Schools Pilgrimage | Church of England apologises for role in historic post-war adoption practices | Diocese of Chelmsford signs Armed Forces Covenant | 'Is welcoming the stranger part of our Christian mandate?' Bishop Guli joins Premier Christian Radio discussion for Refugee Week. | Bishop Guli's statement about prospective deal between US and Iran | Parish Share Timetable 2027 | Tutors needed for the Course in Christian Studies.
15 June 2026
In this edition: A reflection for Refugee Week by Bishop Guli | Weekly Sermon from the Rev'd Bethany Joss-Pothen | Service of thanksgiving for all involved in the work of Safeguarding - sermon from Bishop Lynne | A joint statement from Bishop Guli, Archdeacon Mike and Rabbis from Jewish communities in East London and Essex | Bishop Guli speaks to Radio 4 Sunday progamme about housing | Bishop Guli's interview on the House of Lords Speaker's Corner podcast | Church Times article about Bishop Guli's House of Lord's speech on fertility treatment regulation | General Synod Elections 2026 | Eco Church - 10th anniversary ecumenical celebration at Chelmsford Cathedral, 30 September | Parish Giving Scheme Webinars - upcoming dates | Dedham School Choir sings for the King and Queen.
8 June 2026
In this edition: Bishop Guli speaks about the environment in Diocesan Synod Presidential Address | Weekly Sermon Video for Environment Sunday | Called to Serve - an invitation to help promote young vocations | Bishop Guli's duty week in the House of Lords and Birmingham HeartEdge Conference speech | Diocesan Lay Ministry Celebration Service - 5 July | 'Anywhere but Here' - Essex Book Festival discussion about UK asylum system at Chelmsford Cathedral - 20 June | Good News Story - Bishop Lynne blesses footbridge that connects communities
1 June 2026
In this edition: 'The Trinitarian Grace - a reflection from the Rev'd Jonathan Evens | 'It's not just policy, it's personal' Church of England safeguarding campaign starts today | Annual Service of thanksgiving for those involved in safeguarding |Church of England Safeguarding Definitions and Thresholds Survey | Bishop Adam and Bishop Lynne's Statement following racist attack | New Parish Giving Scheme webinar announced for 8 July | Energy Footprint Tool reminder - closing date 30 June | Vacancies at Chelmsford Cathedral | Good News Story - Day Chaplains at Chelmsford Cathedral | New edition of We Pray out now
26 May 2026
In this edition: A Pentecost reflection by the Rev'd Andy Griffiths | 100 Days of Prayer - final weekly theme: Our readiness for change | The Rev’d Dr Richard Wyld to be Director of new Cuddesdon Chelmsford Centre | Bishop Guli speaks in House of Lords King's Speech debate on housing | New listed places of worship fund launched | Annual Meetings returns reminder | Sunday First at the Diocesan House of Retreat | Good News Story - Chelmsford Diocese Mothers' Union President's Midday Prayer Challenge
18 May 2026
In this edition: A reflection from the Rev'd Canon Rod Reid | 100 Days of Prayer - Weekly Theme: Our readiness for change | An invitation to Choral Evensong and the signing of the Armed Forces Covenant at Chelmsford Cathedral - Monday 15 June | It's not just policy, it's personal - new Church of England safeguarding campaign, 1-14 June | Refugee Sunday and Refugee Week - Welcome Churches Resources | Newly published resources for Trustee Training from Parish Resources | Vacancy for CEO and Diocesan Secretary | Vacancy for Chair of the Property Committee of the Chelmsford Diocesan Board of Finance | A thank you message from our data team | Good News Story - Diocesan Choral Festival.
11 May 2026
In this edition: A reflection from the Rev'd Becca Rogers | 100 Days of Prayer - Weekly Theme: Stewardship | National Emergency Briefing on the Environment - churches resource pack and film screening | Hadleigh Deanery training session on the Theology of Power - open to all | Good News Story - the Rev'd Dan Pierce talks about Funeral Ministry in Bible Society series.
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