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The new Archbishop of Canterbury’s first Presidential Address National drive to welcome Hong Kong Christians in churches is launched Church choirs receive £400,000 boost for programme C of E welcomes Government’s Schools White Paper announcements ‘Still a ‘long way’ to go on working class vocations,’ Synod hears Synod approves motion confirming LLF programme Millions face... (4247 words)The new Archbishop of Canterbury’s first Presidential Address
These are some highlights from the first Presidential Address by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Sarah Mullally, at the February 2026 General Synod group of sessions. I stand here among you by no means for the first time, but for the first time as the Archbishop of Canterbury. It is a humbling privilege to be called... (994 words)National drive to welcome Hong Kong Christians in churches is launched
A new body to support the rapid growth of Hong Kong Christians in C of E parishes has been set up. Hong Kongers in the Church of England includes representatives from the C of E’s Racial Justice Unit, the Diocese of Oxford and the Teahouse group of Chinese heritage clergy. A Hong Kong Communities Enabler, Katie Woo, has also been... (205 words)Church choirs receive £400,000 boost for programme to increase participation by children
More than 200 church choirs aimed at children and young people are to be launched in a new programme. ‘The Choir Project’, working in partnership with the Royal School of Church Music (RSCM), will engage children and young people with their local church choirs amid renewed interest in sacred church music. The launch comes as... (282 words)‘Still a ‘long way’ to go on working class vocations,’ Synod hears
Progress has been made, but much more needs to be done, in order to increase the representation of people from working class backgrounds in lay and ordained leadership roles in the Church of England, the General Synod was recently told. The Bishop of Barking, Lynne Cullens, who is heading a key advisory group to encourage... (246 words)C of E welcomes Government’s Schools White Paper announcements
The Church of England has welcomed the Government’s Schools White Paper and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) consultation, “recognising the opportunity they offer to secure long‑term improvements for children, young people and families.” As the largest single provider of schools in England, and with a long history of serving the most vulnerable, the Church... (127 words)Synod approves motion confirming LLF programme to conclude
and new working group to be established General Synod recently gave its backing to establishing working and consultative groups to continue work on same-sex relationships and marriage as the Church of England’s Living in Love and Faith (LLF) process came to a conclusion. LLF was originally set up in 2017 to explore the Church’s approach to identity, sexuality, relationships and marriage. It led to the introduction, following a key Synod vote in 2023, of public prayers of dedication,... (141 words)Millions face ‘relentless struggle’ to make ends meet, General Synod hears
The General Synod has backed a call for the C of E to recommit to ending poverty. General Synod members voted to mark the 40th anniversary of the publication of the landmark report Faith in the City, and its impact on Christian social action, including the work of the Church Urban Fund. Churches must listen to... (261 words)General Synod backs Sustainable Church Flowers motion
The General Synod recently backed a Diocesan Synod Motion from the Diocese of Worcester encouraging churches and cathedrals to explore ways of arranging flowers that are both beautiful and environmentally responsible. The Sustainable Church Flowers movement began as a grassroots initiative in the small rural parish of Harpley, Worcestershire, when volunteers started exploring how traditional... (262 words)General Synod approves motion to strengthen safeguarding
The General Synod recently voted to approve a new strategy designed to rebuild trust and deliver professional, independent safeguarding across the C of E. At the core of the reforms is the creation of a new national safeguarding charity. This organisation will operate independently of Church hierarchy, governed by a majority-independent Board. The charity’s lead... (137 words)Give clergy training in how to support people with mental health challenges – Synod
General Synod has backed calls for the training of ordinands, curates and priests on how to support people with mental health needs, amid rising levels of mental health challenges in communities. In a debate on mental health and the Church, Synod members acknowledged the pressures facing clergy, and also requested that the National Society, which... (196 words)General Synod welcomes new Youth Representatives
The General Synod has finalised plans to increase the number of young people able to take part in its debates, marking a significant step in strengthening youth representation at the heart of the Church of England’s decision making. The change means that a total of five young people will now be able to attend Synod,... (84 words)Celebrate cross of St George as symbol of unity for everyone in England – bishops
The cross of St George, the flag of England, should be celebrated as a symbol of unity in our nation, rooted in our Christian heritage, a group of leading Church of England bishops from across the country have said. In a joint statement, they urge people to embrace or rediscover our Christian heritage but also... (443 words)More than 800 churches to benefit from £600,000 investment to welcome children with additional needs
In pursuit of the C of E’s priority to grow younger and more diverse, the Strategic Mission and Ministry Board has agreed £0.6m investment with the charity Growing Hope. One in six children in England have additional needs, and 88 per cent of parents of children with additional needs say that attending church is currently... (197 words)New £600,000 award for work to support clergy wellbeing
The Archbishops’ Council is to award £600,000 to national charities for further work to support clergy well-being, including counselling and grants for those who face financial difficulties. The new grant will help clergy with everyday expenses such as energy costs, unexpected car repairs, and school uniforms and trips for clergy children. The Revd Ben Cahill-Nicholls,... (73 words)
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