Press releases

Latest news, updates and commentary from the Church of England.
  1. Being Built Together

    Church of England still has ‘considerable distance’ to cover on racial justice, Archbishop of York tells conference

    12/10/2023

    Church still has a ‘considerable distance’ to cover, says Archbishop.

     

    2 min read
  2. Solar Panels on the tower of St Paternus, North Petherwin

    Church of England invests GBP 30m in kickstarting net zero plans

    12/10/2023

    Thousands of churches, cathedrals, schools and clergy houses in England will benefit from the first phase of grants and projects worth £30 million, as part of the Church of England’s ambitious plan to achieve net zero by 2030.

    3 min read
  3. A report cover

    Findings of survivor engagement national survey published

    11/10/2023

     Findings of survivor engagement national survey published

    3 min read
  4. Living in Love and Faith - Hero

    Prayers of Love and Faith: Bishops agree next steps to bring to Synod

    09/10/2023

    House of Bishops agrees to commend Prayers of Love and Faith.

    3 min read
  5. Barrister Sarah Wilkinson profile photo

    Independent Safeguarding Board Review announces October 31 deadline for submission of evidence

    05/10/2023

    The barrister who is conducting the independent review into the Church of England’s Independent Safeguarding Board has set a deadline for the submission of evidence.

    1 min read
  6. Female clergy holding bible at ordination service

    Latest Living Ministry research published

    05/10/2023

    Independent research into the wellbeing of clergy from working class backgrounds has been published as part of a 10-year programme into how clergy can flourish in ministry.

    2 min read
  7. Archbishops Justin Welby and Stephen Cottrell

    Archbishops invite choirs to join premiere of new Carol for Advent and Christmas

    04/10/2023

    Carol premiere forms part of the Church of England’s focus for Advent and Christmas 2023 ‘Follow the Star: Join the Song.’

    2 min read
  8. Southwark Cathedral Black History Month

    Churches and cathedrals mark Black History Month

    04/10/2023

    Churches, cathedrals and dioceses are marking Black History Month with events ranging from services of thanksgiving to study days, poetry, workshops and films.

    3 min read
  9. Debbie Sellin to be next Bishop of Peterborough

    New Bishop of Peterborough

    28/09/2023

    Debbie Sellin has been appointed as the new Bishop of Peterborough.

    1 min read
  10. Church of England preview image

    The College of Bishops: September 18-21

    21/09/2023

    The College of Bishops has been meeting in Oxford over the last four days.

    1 min read