Bishop of Chelmsford in yesterday's House of Lords debate on peacebuilding: theyworkforyou.com/lords/?id…

Bishop of Winchester, raising the impact on churches of conflict in Sudan, asks Government about humanitarian assistance & for its assessment of freedom of religion there. #Sudan House of Lords 29/10/26.

The Bishop of Rochester joined the House of Lords today. My pic of Bishop Jonathan (centre) in the bishops' room before the Introduction ceremony, with his sponsors the Bishops of Winchester (l) and Gloucester (r).

Used as a dog parlour, boxing ring and archery range…and now returned to the people of Swarcliffe as their church. Great news from the Diocese of Leeds… Estate church reopens for worship after closing 15 years ago on Christmas Day churchofengland.org/media/st… via @churchofengland

“This ministry fosters hope, dignity and a sense of belonging for everyone in our communities.” The Bishop of Hull joined the Chief Executive of Church Urban Fund, the Rt Rev Rob Wickham, at the Rough Sleeping Summit hosted in Downing Street. 📰 cofe.io/RoughSleepingSummit.

Today the Bishop of Bath and Wells joined the House of Lords supported by the Bishop of Chelmsford and St Edmundsbury & Ipswich.

We weep with those who weep (Romans 12:15). Hosting the South Sudan Council of Churches at Lambeth Palace, we heard their longing for an end to the violence, killings and insecurity in the country, and have witnessed their tireless role in peacebuilding, and working towards a better future. As elections approach in December, we commit to stand with the people of South Sudan - in solidarity, in prayer and the in spirit of the Ecumenical Peace Pilgrimage. We also know that far more than elections will be needed for peace. We pray that leaders will have priorities aligned with the heart of Jesus Christ.

Good to join Bishop Rick for his Introduction to the House of Lords today as Bishop of Durham.

Great to see this piece about Choral Evensong by a sitting MP. “We should not celebrate this simply as a remarkable broadcasting survival story. We should celebrate it because it represents something much bigger: a living part of our cultural heritage.” theguardian.com/music/2026/o…

Churches across this country and around the Anglican Communion work tirelessly to support their parishes and communities. It was good to welcome the former Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, and the Bishop of Leicester, Martyn Snow, to Lambeth Palace today, where we talked about the role that churches play in addressing poverty and expanding opportunities for children and families here and around the world.

I welcome the Government's announcement to bring forward proposals to regulate the funeral sector. This is essential work to make sure no family has to go through events such as we have witnessed in Hull, and ensure those who have died are treated with dignity and respect, as very many funeral directors already do. It was good to be in Parliament today to hear about the government's proposals and ask them about timescales and also what help could we be given to poorer families for whom funerals can be so expensive.

Archbishop of Canterbury urges MPs to reject assisted suicide bill telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/09…

"We must be people of love, seekers of reconciliation and peace, and courageous in the pursuit of justice." The third episode of The Symposium features a talk by Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani and a response from Dr Jeremy Morris. Out now 👉 tinyurl.com/mrywcajw @stjohnscam

Come and work with us. The Archbishops are looking for a Parliamentary and Public Affairs Advisor to help support them with their public ministry. @churchofengland @GenSyn @synod careers.churchofengland.org/…

I’m praying for Andy Burnham today as he becomes Prime Minister. At a time of many challenges at home and abroad, I pray that all those in political leadership are blessed with wisdom, hope and a vision of the common good. I’m also grateful to Sir Keir Starmer for his service, and will be praying for him and his family as they begin their next chapter.

I am deeply shocked and saddened by Ann Widdecombe’s death in such terrible circumstances. My prayers are with her family and friends at this traumatic time. Ann had a deep Christian faith, which drove her strong principles in a career spent as a committed public servant. As I give thanks for her service to our country, my prayers are with all those who are in shock and grief, and all who put themselves forward for public office.

It was announced yesterday in both Houses in Parliament that Clergy Conduct Measure received Royal Assent. The @synod can now debate the Rules at its meeting in York this weekend. @churchofengland @GenSyn

It was good to meet with the Work and Pensions Secretary, Pat McFadden and the Bishop of Leicester, Martyn Snow, to discuss efforts to help people into work. Churches have an important role to play here – running job clubs, youth clubs, debt advice centres and boosting confidence so that people are supported into fair, secure and dignified work. Our youth and children's workers are also working with young people and encouraging them to use their skills and gifts.

Lords debates Places of Worship Renewal Fund. Thursday 25 June. Short debate, led by Baroness Prentis. Transcript: theyworkforyou.com/lords/?id…

My podcast guest, the Bishop of Chelmsford, arrived in the UK as a refugee from Iran following her brother's murder in 1980. She tells an extraordinary story of forgiveness, reconciliation and the search for justice @churchstate @churchofengland @chelmsdio @UKHouseofLords