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Thousands of year six pupils receive special send off at Guildford Cathedral

First published on: 19th June 2025

This week some 2,669 year six pupils from the 52 Church of England primary and junior schools in the Diocese of Guildford, attended special farewell services at Guildford Cathedral as they get ready to begin secondary school in September.

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50% of churches in Diocese of Guildford have eco stamp of approval

First published on: 18th June 2025

Half of the churches in the Diocese of Guildford have received an Eco Church award (in the bronze, silver or gold categories) which cements the Diocese’s position as one of the leading lights in creation care.

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How Kirsty Evans was called

First published on: 19th June 2025

This year's ordination services take place in ten days' time and we're celebrating those taking the exciting steps into ordained ministry. Today, we hear Kirsty's story.

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How Lori Cook was called

First published on: 18th June 2025

This year's ordination services take place in a couple of weeks and we're celebrating those taking the exciting steps into ordained ministry. Today, we hear Lori's story.

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How Gill Christie was called

First published on: 17th June 2025

This year's ordination services take place in a couple of weeks and we're celebrating those taking the exciting steps into ordained ministry. Today we hear Gill's story.

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How Tori Biutanaseva was called

First published on: 16th June 2025

In just a couple of weeks, we will welcome our newest clergy into the diocese. Today, we're starting a series to celebrate the individuals being ordained by sharing their stories.

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Welcoming a stronger partnership between church and school

First published on: 30th May 2025

When the Revd Nicholas Pye was recently installed as the Vicar of St Mary’s, Chessington after a long vacancy, it was very important to him to get the relationship with St Mary’s CofE Primary School off to a strong start.

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Safeguarding Surgery (spotting the signs of abuse) 4 June- Cancellation

First published on: 28th May 2025

Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, we have had to cancel this online event at short notice. We are very sorry for any inconvenience.


Thy Kingdom Come: diocese-wide prayer meetings

First published on: 23rd May 2025

The Diocese of Guildford is hosting daily online prayer meetings from Ascension Day to Pentecost, as part of the Thy Kingdom Come, global prayer movement.

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Major proposals announced to enhance clergy pensions

First published on: 22nd May 2025

The Church of England has announced a significant package of proposals, which if implemented, will increase future pension benefits for existing and future pensioners.

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