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Diocese of Guildford makes appointment to grow church diversity

First published on: 29th April 2025

The Diocese of Guildford has appointed Umair Asif as its Racial Diversity Enabler. The role will be key in driving the strategic vision of encouraging churches, schools and all diocesan structures to reflect the diversity of their communities.

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Easter Eve marked with confirmations at the Cathedral

First published on: 24th April 2025

On Easter Eve this year, a special service was held at Guildford Cathedral where 26 people were confirmed. 4 were also baptised!

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A statement from the Bishop of Guildford on the death of Pope Francis

First published on: 22nd April 2025

The Rt Revd Andrew Watson, Bishop of Guildford shares his reflection following the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday.

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Diocese of Guildford churches blaze the eco trail this Earth Day

First published on: 22nd April 2025

The Diocese of Guildford currently has the highest number of Gold Eco Churches in the UK. The prestigious credential awarded by the Christian environmental charity, A Rocha UK, has been bestowed on five of the Diocese’s churches.

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Bishop Andrew dedicates new diocesan offices on Cathedral site

First published on: 8th April 2025

Bishop Andrew has officially opened the newly refurbished and extended administrative offices for the Diocese of Guildford, in the grounds of Guildford Cathedral.

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Statement on General Synod safeguarding vote

First published on: 12th February 2025

A Diocesan statement on the General Synod vote around the future direction of safeguarding in the Church of England.


Reverend Folli Olokose- Why mark Racial Justice Sunday?

First published on: 3rd February 2025

An interview with The Revd Folli Olokose on how churches can welcome and celebrate diversity, and address issues of racial inequality.

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Diocese of Guildford calls for recommitment to racial equality

First published on: 31st January 2025

This week (3rd-9th February) the Diocese of Guildford is marking Race Equality Week and Racial Justice Sunday by encouraging a renewed commitment to racial equality and growing diversity.

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The Very Reverend Bob Cooper installed as the new Dean of Guildford.

First published on: 29th January 2025

The Very Reverend Bob Cooper installed as the new Dean of Guildford. The Installation Service took place on Sunday, 26 January 2025, in the presence of clergy, dignitaries, and members of the wider community.

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Deepcut to become the first new parish in Surrey this century

First published on: 20th December 2024

A new parish has been created in Deepcut- the first in the Diocese of Guildford for 25 years.

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