Following the recent change in the law to extend civil partnerships to opposite-sex couples, the House of Bishops has agreed a pastoral statement

NEWS / The Church of England has submitted its response to the Government's consultation document on the future of civil partnership. 

Pastoral Guidance for use in conjunction with the Affirmation of Baptismal Faith in the context of gender transition.

NEWS / Following their meeting on February 13th 2014 the House of Bishops of the Church of England have today issued a statement of Pastoral Guidance on Same Sex Marriage.

Press releases from January 1st 2019 - December 31st 2019.

Information about legislation that covers parish reorganisation, including closing church buildings and finding new uses for them. 

Legal Opinions from the General Synod's Legal Advisory Commission, as well as other formal guidance relating to legislation

Churches are more effective in mission when they work with others.  Partnerships with charities and networks are important for local ecumenism.

All relevant information, documents and papers for the July 2019 Group of Sessions.

Further information about People and Partnerships Funding, including guidelines