Parish related articles

  1. Almshouses for the twenty-first century?

    The Archbishops’ Commission on Housing, Church and Community is looking at various ways in which churches can meet housing need. This week, Mark Bennet, Team Rector at Thatcham in Berkshire, explains why we should hold almshouses in a higher regard.

  2. Angels appear across the country as churches offer message of hope after year of crisis

    Angels have been appearing across England as a message of comfort and hope ahead of a Christmas like no other.

  3. Bishop of London urges caution and pays tribute to vaccinators as restrictions lift

    The Bishop of London, Sarah Mullally, has encouraged churches and individuals to continue to take precautions to protect the vulnerable from Covid-19.

  4. Church hosts 10 services in two days amid Covid-19 challenge

    A church in London has hosted 10 services in just two days as it responded to the challenge of Covid-19 physical distancing restrictions. 

  5. Church of England announces £9 million to help parishes with repairs and specialist advice

    The Church of England has awarded £9 million to dioceses for repairs and specialist advice to parishes, it was announced today.

  6. Churches report rising food bank demand as a result of pandemic

    Analysis for the Trussell Trust shows that nearly 100,000 households sought food aid from its network of food banks for the first time in April and June as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

  7. Churches unite to build new affordable homes

    Churches of all denominations in the North East are working to find ways to build new homes amid concern over a shortage of affordable rented accommodation in the region.

  8. Clergy and parishes at the heart of the Church of England – now and in the future

    Dave Male, the Church of England’s director of evangelism and discipleship, comments on recent articles and blogs speculating about the ‘Vision and Strategy’ discussions

  9. Let there be light – churches installing solar panels on roofs to combat climate crisis

    Churches and cathedrals are taking on the climate crisis with solar panels on their roofs.

  10. Living in Love and Faith ‘both tested and strengthened’ our church community says vicar

    Revd Andy Muckle, vicar of St Mary’s Parish Church West Moors reflects on taking part in the Living in Love and Faith (LLF) five-week course over Zoom and explains why others should be encouraged to take part.