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You will often find Christian and even pre-Christian burials in and around our churches and cathedrals. We can help you understand what to do if you find human remains.
Over 4,000 people each year leave gifts in their Wills to support the work of the Church of England, but the Church of England itself is not a legal entity and has a complex structure.
If you think God might be calling you to mission that includes establishing new Christian communities, or fresh expressions, prayerfully consider if any of the signs offered on this page apply to you.
You can research the history of your church building online using the Church Heritage Record and, if your diocese has signed up for it, apply for faculty online, too. We’ve created digital tools to help you.
Priest, Diocese of Chelmsford
Guidance and documents relating to the 2021 elections to the General Synod of the Church of England.
The Council for Christian Unity's new report on missional ecumenism in England
This Pilgrim Way section sets out a Christian vision for the world.
A Church of England funeral is available to everyone, giving support before, during and after the service, for as long as it’s needed.
We organise several events throughout the year and this page is to allow for these papers to be available to a wider audience