It’s unusual to require a Common Licence but this page explains the basic information about them if you’ve been advised that you need one.

A Special Licence represents exceptional permission given by the Archbishop of Canterbury to get married in a particular place. It is relatively rare to require one.

Most Church of England marriages will not require a licence, but in some circumstances you might need to apply for one…

Prayers for the Christening of HRH Prince George.

A media pack with everything dioceses need to promote RECOGNISE locally.

Our community guidelines have been created to encourage conversations that reflect our values. They apply to all content posted on the national social media accounts run by the Church of England, the Archbishop of Canterbury and Archbishop of York. 

Summary

In 2020 Statistica reported more than 60% of people in the UK have a social media account. Creating a page or profile for your church is completely free and presents an opportunity to reach new people within your local community.

In this guide find out how to create an account for your church on each of the main social media networks, plus advice and guidance for managing your account safely.

Explanation of the three different types of Church of England legislation, their history, and where to find more information