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We are the Diocese of Guildford

Transforming Church, Transforming Lives

Since its launch in September 2016, the Diocese of Guildford has committed itself to the vision of a Transforming Church, Transforming Lives.

Our vision is of a diverse, growing, intergenerational church at the heart of each community, working alongside our chaplaincies and schools in living and proclaiming the Good News of God in Jesus Christ. 

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Latest News

The Rt Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally to be 106th Archbishop of Canterbury

3rd October 2025

It has been announced this morning that the Rt Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally is to become the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury.

Bishop Andrew shares support for the new Archbishop of Canterbury

3rd October 2025

The Bishop of Guildford, Rt Revd Andrew Watson, shares a statement on the announcement of the Bishop of London, Rt Revd and Rt Hon Sarah Mullally DBE, as the first woman Archbishop of Canterbury.

Bringing worship out into the open: Pirbright and Wyke’s revitalisation

2nd October 2025

Just two years ago, Pirbright and Wyke was facing demographic challenges and possible church closures. When The Revd George Watkinson was asked to come and lead the revitalisation of Pirbright and Wyke, the immediate challenge he faced was the inconspicuous location of St Michael’s Church, tucked away at the end of a country lane. This led to George’s brainchild, ‘Church on the Green’.
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