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Bishop Andrew hosts “Better Together” Christian-Muslim Forum

Article published on: 7th August 2025

Faith and community leaders gathered at Willow Grange in Guildford for a Christian-Muslim forum under the theme "Better Together – Strengths, Challenges, and Local Cooperation." Organised by Surrey Minority Ethnic Forum (SMEF) Faith Links Project with the Diocese of Guildford, the event fostered open dialogue, focusing on youth engagement and interfaith cooperation.

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

Article 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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Hear Here clinics growing from strength to strength

Article published on: 11th March 2025

The Diocese's hearing clinics, which are run in partnership with Sight for Surrey and the NHS, have seen a rise in visitors and a number of new clinic established over the last year.

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Bishop Andrew launches Lent Appeal to address growing need

Article published on: 5th March 2025

The Rt Revd Andrew Watson, Bishop of Guildford has called for individuals and local churches to donate to his charity’s Lent Appeal, to address the growing need across our communities.

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Pupils design an emblem to link school and church

Article published on: 10th February 2025

Holy Trinity Primary School and Church in West End have each unveiled and displayed a piece of art designed by Year 5 pupils to celebrate their connection.

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St Paul's Addlestone- What does welcome mean?

Article published on: 6th February 2025

Watch a video on how St Paul's Addlestone offers a welcome to its diverse congregation, and has a wide range of nationalities represented at every level of church life.

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Bishop Andrew speaks at historic interfaith event

Article published on: 21st January 2025

On Sunday (19 Jan), Bishop Andrew joined religious and community leaders, in Guildford in a day of reconciliation on the 750th anniversary of the expulsion of the Jewish people from Guildford.

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Continue to tackle gender-based abuse

Article published on: 10th December 2024

Although the 16 Days of Activism is drawing to a close, the call to tackle abuse towards women and girls is never-ending

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Bishop Andrew reflects on his last 10 years at Diocesan Synod

Article published on: 26th November 2024

The Rt Revd Andrew Watson became the Bishop of Guildford 10 years ago this month and reflected on his time in his Presidential Address at Saturday's Diocesan Synod

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16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence starts today

Article published on: 25th November 2024

Today marks White Ribbon Day and the start of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence, as we aim to help raise awareness around safeguarding and how we can all help tackle the abuse of women and girls

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