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Bishop Andrew reflects on his last 10 years at Diocesan Synod

First 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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The Bishop of Guildford welcomes 10 new Honorary Canons

First published on: 25th November 2024

Guildford Cathedral hosted the installation of 10 new Honorary Canons at their Choral Evensong last night, who included members of Bishop's Council and Diocesan staff

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16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence starts today

First 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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Faith in action: Three Dioceses to host Climate Conference

First published on: 15th November 2024

The Dioceses of Portsmouth, Guildford and Chichester will host a first-of-its-kind climate change conference.

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Statement to Church schools following the resignation of the Archbishop

First published on: 13th November 2024

The Diocesan Director of Education released a statement to Headteachers and Trust Leaders of our Church schools following the resignation of Archbishop Justin Welby


Bishop Andrew's statement on the Makin Review

First published on: 13th November 2024

A statement from the Rt Revd Andrew Watson Bishop of Guildford on the publication of the Makin Review and the resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby.

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Remembrance events across the diocese

First published on: 12th November 2024

Acts of remembrance have taken place globally and locally over the last couple of days as we honour those who “gave their today for our tomorrow”.

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Statement on the Makin Review from the Bishop of Guildford

First published on: 7th November 2024

The Bishop of Guildford responds to the independent review by Keith Makin into the Church of England's handling of allegations of serious abuse by the late John Smyth.


Meet the military chaplain

First published on: 4th November 2024

With Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day coming up, we find out more about the role of a military chaplain in the diocese.

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Viborg and Guildford Dioceses partner on pilgrimage

First published on: 30th October 2024

A team of clergy from the Dioceses of Guildford joined with a team from our partner Diocese in Denmark, Viborg, on a 36-mile pilgrimage through the Surrey countryside.

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