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A statement from Diocesan Director of Education, Alex Tear

Article published on: 8th September 2026

Following a public consultation regarding the amalgamation of Merrow CofE Infant School and Merrow Junior School, the Director of Education has issued a statement on the outcome.


A statement from Bishop Paul on flooding in Nepal

Article published on: 27th August 2026

In light of the flash flooding in Nepal and ongoing search and rescue operation, Bishop Paul has made a statement.

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Have your say in the appointment of the next Bishop of Guildford

Article published on: 1st July 2026

The Vacancy in See Committee is a group of lay and clergy members tasked with preparing a Statement of Needs, articulating the qualities needed in our next Bishop, and electing members from the diocese to the Crown Nominations Commission (CNC), the body that interviews candidates and ultimately appoints the next Bishop of Guildford.

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A statement from the Diocesan Director of Education

Article published on: 24th June 2026

Canon Alex Tear. the Diocesan Director of Education has issued a statement in relation to the current consultation into the future of Merrow C of E Controlled Infant School and Merrow Junior School


Church of England apologises for historical adoption practices

Article published on: 18th June 2026

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Sarah Mullally has today apologised on behalf of the Church of England for its role in historical adoption practices, particularly in mother and baby homes.

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Statement from Bishop Paul following the Golders Green terror attack

Article published on: 1st May 2026

Following this week’s terror attack in Golders Green, The Rt Revd Paul Davies, Bishop of Dorking and Acting Bishop of Guildford, has issued a message of solidarity to the Jewish community.

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Celebrating Women’s Ministry: An Interview with Revd Hannah Moore

Article published on: 27th April 2026

We spoke with Revd Hannah Moore, vicar of the Parishes of Elstead, Thursley, Shackleford and Peper Harow about her role as the Diocesan Advisor for Women’s Ministry.

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Bishop Paul's letter to the diocese

Article published on: 16th April 2026

The Rt Revd Paul Davies, Bishop of Dorking & Acting Bishop of Guildford has written to the diocese sharing key updates and setting out his priorities in this vacancy period.

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Church Growth Conference 2026 open for bookings

Article published on: 14th April 2026

Bookings have opened for the Church Growth Conference 2026, the Diocese’s largest annual event, which will take place on Thursday 8 October at Welcome Church, Woking.

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Bishop Andrew funeral information

Article published on: 18th March 2026

With the funeral of the late Bishop Andrew taking place on Monday 23 March, we wanted to consolidate all the key information you may need in order to mark the funeral and to communicate within your parishes and beyond.

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