A parish in north-west London is worshipping in its church after a three-year exile through a combination of the Covid-19 pandemic and building troubles.

Church of England national funding for features such as improved broadband and pooled administrative support have given rural parishes a boost.

The Revd Lynda Davies, Rector of All Saints Cottenham, in Ely Diocese has been appointed to the Church of England’s National Safeguarding Panel as a parish clergy member. 

A rural parish has won an environmental award for its longstanding commitment to a rare flock of sheep, who roam freely in its churchyard. 

First pilot begins as Church of England aims to enable contactless giving in half of all parishes over the next two years. 

The Church of England’s Mission and Public Affairs division has published advice to parishes on practical steps to reduce the risk of infection from Coronavirus (COVID-19).

The Church of England’s National Church Institutions have taken ownership of the Parish Giving Scheme (PGS), a free giving service that allows parishioners to donate to their church, with 100% of each donation going to the beneficiary.

FEATURE / The Church of England’s digital communications team has trained more than 200 parishes in social media and writing for the web.

The restoration of an early 20th century church clock has brought joy to a parish after it was silent for more than 15 years.

Safeguarding resources, for use in churches across the country, including Bible readings, prayers and suggested hymns, chosen in consultation with survivors, have been published today