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"I am representing God in a place that you might not expect to find God."

Article published on: 13th October 2026

As Prisons Week invites Christians to reflect on the lives of people in prison and those who support them, the Revd Alex Day shares how God called him to a ministry he never expected and why he believes no one is beyond God's grace.

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“We are living in the moment we prayed for”: Church Growth Conference 2026

Article published on: 9th October 2026

Hundreds gather for Diocese of Guildford Church Growth Conference to focus on a growing spiritual openness, particularly among Generation Z, and how churches can be ready to welcome, disciple and nurture people in faith.

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Celebration service to be held for Black History Month

Article published on: 1st October 2026

This year a special diocese-wide service will be held at the Cathedral to mark Black History Month.

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Shining a light on solar panels

Article published on: 28th September 2026

This Creationtide, we are highlighting the tangible benefits of solar panels and how they can help churches reduce carbon emissions, generate sustainable energy and move towards Net Zero Carbon.

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New Interim Bishop's Chaplain appointed

Article published on: 24th September 2026

The Revd Ellie Lister has been appointed as Interim Chaplain to the Rt Revd Paul Davies, Bishop of Dorking and Acting Bishop of Guildford.

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New Church School Headteachers are welcomed to the diocese

Article published on: 23rd September 2026

The diocese welcomed eight new headteachers to their Church schools as they attended an induction day at Church House Guildford last week.

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Online Faculty System switches over to the new Building Management Portal

Article published on: 21st September 2026

The new Building Management Portal is the replacement for the existing Online Faculty System. This is the Church of England’s national digital system for managing all applications relating to works on churches, their contents, and churchyards.

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Inclusion in a changing world

Article published on: 14th September 2026

Umair Asif, our Racial Diversity Enabler, writes during National Inclusion Week about how churches can become places of deeper belonging.

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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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