News and media - Diocese of Guildford

VE Day- How did our churches mark the end of the war?

First published on: 6th May 2025

News that the war had finally ended was met with jubilation, with millions taking to the streets to celebrate. What was also clear looking through archive material held in the Surrey History Centre, was the important role the church played throughout this period.

Meet the military chaplain

First published on: 4th November 2024

With Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day coming up, we find out more about the role of a military chaplain in the diocese.

National Day of Reflection

First published on: 17th March 2022

Join with others across the nation to remember the loved ones we have lost during the pandemic.

National Day of Reflection - 23 March

First published on: 23rd March 2022

Marking the anniversary of the first UK lockdown in March 2020.

A church built to remember the fallen of WW1 celebrates 100 years

First published on: 21st June 2022

The small village church of All Souls' was build 100 years ago as a memorial to the fallen local men ...

Reflections on HM Queen Elizabeth II | Tim Cross CBE

First published on: 13th September 2022

We continue to pay tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth by sharing reflective stories from across the diocese.

Reflections on HM Queen Elizabeth II | Sir Edward Crew

First published on: 16th September 2022

Sir Edward Crew shares his experience of an interaction with Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.