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Advent is ‘the final countdown’ to Christmas day and many children will have an Advent calendar to help them count the days. It’s also a really special time for the church. Here’s more about why it’s ...

Friends and family, godparents and guests might want to buy something special for the christening. There are keepsake presents, religious gifts or gifts that make a difference. All of these can ...

Mothering Sunday is a chance to say ‘thank you’ for the special role of our mum. Even mums who are far away or who have died can be remembered and honoured – read on for some simple ways to celebrate ...

Being a godparent is very special. Before the day it’s worth thinking about the part you will play in the service and then in your godchild’s life. Whether this is your first or newest godchild, here ...

Autumn has traditionally been a time when Christians explore the big questions about life and death. Watching the leaves fall and the nights draw in is an opportunity for all ages to think about love ...

Every Diocese in the Church of England has one or more links with a diocese in another part of the Anglican Communion. These links are expressed through regular communication including exchange visits ...

Upon these Feasts; Christmas Day, the Epiphany, Saint Matthias, Easter Day, Ascension Day, Whitsunday, Saint John Baptist, Saint James, Saint Bartholomew, Saint Matthew, Saint Simon and Saint Jude, ...

God, who as at this time didst teach the hearts of thy faithful people, by the sending to them the light of thy Holy Spirit; Grant us by the same Spirit to have a right judgement in all things, and ...

School chaplains work in all kinds of schools – those set up by the Church of England or other religious bodies, and those which have no formal connection with the church at all. For many pupils, that ...

The Major Churches are 300 of the largest and most significant churches in England. The designation of Major Church is recognised by both the Church and the state. A Major Church has all or most of ...