The Archbishops of Canterbury and York have led tributes from Bishops of the Church of England following the announcement of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Churches and cathedrals across the country are to welcome their communities for thousands of events to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, from barbecues, tree planting and flower festivals to services of thanksgiving, the ringing of bells and lighting of beacons.

A Royal Air Force chaplain is to lead the Church of England’s national online Pentecost service this week with special prayers to mark the Platinum Jubilee of the Queen.

Resources aimed at helping churches mark The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee have been released by the Church of England.

Up to half a million story books to be given to primary school-age children ahead of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee by the Church of England and Thy Kingdom Come prayer movement.

Archbishop Justin and Bishop Graham plant a tree as part of Jubilee celebration

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