A statement on Bishop Andrew's health
Article published on: 10th February 2026Please read this news about Bishop Andrew's health, including a letter from Bishop Andrew.
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Guildford Diocese launches new college to train 100 people per year for ministry
Article published on: 22nd January 2026The Diocese of Guildford has launched a new theological college to expand its ambition to train more men and women for lay and ordained ministry across the diocese.
Parishes pledge deeper collaboration towards Net Zero 2030
Article published on: 20th January 2026Parishes from the Dioceses of Guildford, Portsmouth, Chichester and Winchester gathered for a joint weekend conference designed to raise hope and strengthen collaboration in caring for God’s creation.
Surrey and Hampshire churches offering Warm Welcome as local need increases
Article published on: 18th January 2026As part of Warm Welcome Week, the Diocese of Guildford is encouraging people to seek out their local churches, many of whom have long been offering a warm space and a variety of wraparound support to alleviate poverty.
Statement on use of X/Twitter
Article published on: 14th January 2026A diocesan statement on our use of X/Twitter.
Energy Footprint Tool is launched for 2026
Article published on: 13th January 2026The Energy Footprint Tool (EFT) is now open for 2026. Completing the EFT is an important step on our shared journey to net zero and caring for God’s creation.
A Christmas message from the Prime Minister to Christian church leaders
Article published on: 24th December 2025The Rt Hon. Keir Starmer KC MP Prime Minister has issued a Christmas message to all Christian church leaders in the UK.
Out of Hours Christmas Cover at Church House 2025
Article published on: 23rd December 2025Here are the out-of-hours emergency contact details during the Church House office closure from 12.30pm on 24 December 2025 to 2 January 2026.
Gladiator for the Lord- Ace shares lessons from his remarkable transformation
Article published on: 24th November 2025Warren Furman, also known as Ace from the hit 90s TV show, Gladiators joined the congregations of St Michael’s, Pirbright and St Mark’s, Wyke to share the inspiration of his remarkable journey from TV celebrity to an ordained priest.
Sowing the seeds for church and community engagement
Article published on: 17th November 2025Haslemere Parish is proving that age is no barrier to protecting God’s creation and engaging the whole community in creation care. When Verity Sutherland started in her role as Children’s and Families Worker at Haslemere Parish (Diocese of Guildford) in September 2021, she wanted to give the children opportunities to join in with what God was already doing in their local community.
