Bishop Andrew’s pastoral update to the diocese
Article published on: 20th February 2026Bishop Andrew has issued a further update on his health in which he acknowledges, “may well prove to be my last message to the Diocese of Guildford.”
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Bishop of Guildford appeals for record-levels of giving this Lent
Article published on: 18th February 2026The Rt Revd Andrew Watson, Bishop of Guildford has urged individuals and churches across Surrey and Hampshire to make this year’s Lent Appeal a bumper year for giving.
Join a prayer vigil for Bishop Andrew
Article published on: 17th February 2026Following last week’s sad news of Bishop Andrew’s terminal cancer diagnosis, the Bishop’s Leadership Team has organised a Day of Prayer for Bishop Andrew at Guildford Cathedral on Monday 23 February from 12 noon to 10:00pm.
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.
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.
