Dioceses are celebrating Windrush75 this week with bishops from the Church in the Province of the West Indies.

Where does the title originate? What does “Supreme Governor” of the Church of England mean? What is the Established Church?

A diocesan chapter, or group, for UKME clergy and licensed lay ministers – believed to be the first in the Church of England – has more than 20 members and is growing.

What does Good Friday commemorate? What happens in churches and cathedrals on Good Friday? Where does the name originate?

What does it commemorate? What does Maundy mean? Why do Christians wash feet? What is Maundy Money?
 

Over the past year, local churches from across the country have rallied to support Ukrainian refugees. Here are some of the stories, shared by dioceses, to mark the anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Bishops of Southwark and Croydon dedicate the chapel as the Chapel of Reconciliation.

Churches across England have been combining prayer for Ukraine with practical help for refugees and others suffering because of the Russian invasion.

Revd Lynn Boyle leads services and works behind the bar as Chaplain of the Country Music Festivals of Whitebottom Farm in Stockport.

More than 70 new arrivals from Hong Kong have been warmly welcomed to the Diocese of Leeds at a special church event.