The Standing Commission supports the House of Bishops and dioceses with monitoring the implementation of the Declaration and the Five Guiding Principles, and disseminating good practice at all levels within the Church in this area.

Membership of a new body tasked to consider the ongoing arrangements which opened the way for women to become bishops announced.

In May 2014, the House of Bishops made its Declaration on the Ministry of Bishops and Priests (GS Misc 1076) in the context of impending legislation enabling the consecration of women as bishops.

Are hashtags useful for a church on social media? In this blog, we look at what hashtags are and how a church can use them effectively in 2021.

Draft for Consultation

Find out more about and access the Pastoral Principles.

Guiding Principles

The Church of England Pensions Board has today published its Annual Review, covering the work of the Board throughout 2021.

Websites and social media make it easy for people to find you online. We share five quick updates to make sure your online presence is up to date and inviting.

A Church of England funeral is available to everyone, giving support before, during and after the service, for as long as it’s needed.