Diocesan Synod to vote on the Anglican Communion Covenant and discuss ‘Welcome’
On Saturday 4 February, members of Diocesan Synod will vote on the Anglican Communion Covenant as well as learn more about the importance of welcome and hospitality. Prior to the vote, proposals for the Anglican Communion Covenant have been sent to Deaneries for discussion and understanding. More information can be found at: www.canterburydiocese.org/diocesansynodnews
Churches Together in Kent
'Olympic themed' Annual Forum
Saturday 3 March 2012
Christ Church University, Canterbury
An ecumenical forum with an Olympic theme. Keynote address with Revd Canon Duncan Green, Church of England Olympics’ Coordinator, Bible study and a choice of workshops before Evensong in the Cathedral.
All welcome, please book via: www.canterburydiocese.org/ctkent
Canterbury Women’s World Day of Prayer Services
Friday 2 March 2012, 11.00am St Paul's Church, Church Street St Paul's, Canterbury
7.00pm St Nicholas' Church, Thanington
‘Let Justice Prevail’ prepared by Christian women of Malaysia. Both services are followed by refreshments.
Café Church: Canterbury Diocese Creative Mission Forum
Monday 19 March 2012, 10.30am to 3.30pm, at Seasalter Christian Centre.
The focus is Café Church. Our guest speaker is Penny Marsh leader of the Café church at Costa Coffee in Bluewater. We aim to explore questions surrounding Café Church in all its different forms, big and small. Coffee and lunch will be provided; there is no cost, but we do need accurate numbers so please book in here.
Margate church project awarded national research and development grant
A church growth project in Cliftonville, Margate has been awarded a grant from the Archbishops' Council and Church Commissioners of the Church of England with the aim of replicating the project elsewhere in the Diocese. See a video of the project:
God’s Calling – Explore It!
25th February 2012, 10.00am - 4.00pm, St Luke’s Church, Foley Road, Maidstone, ME14 5BD
A local day to explore gently, God’s Calling in you. The day will be full of stories, information and reflective activities along with the chance to talk in confidence with those who can help you on your journey. Book online www.canterburydiocese.org/booking/godscallingexploreit.htm or contact Sarah Lucas (slucas@diocant.org, 01227 459401). Download poster
The Gathering
www.youtube.com/watch?v=zlxSLyNALSw
On Friday 16 September, as part of the Diocesan event ‘The Gathering’, the Archbishop of Canterbury and comedian Frank Skinner joined together for 90 minutes of conversation in Canterbury Cathedral Nave. A limited number of DVDs of the event are available to purchase at £6 each. Further information at: www.canterburydiocese.org/thegathering
Electoral Roll Forms
Downloads available
In preparation for the APCM each year there is an opportunity for each parish to revise its Electoral Roll to reflect more closely its church membership.
Ministry Development (CME) For enquiries relating to the review of your ministry, courses,
further resources and available grants, see the Ministry Development pages
useful information
Weddings
Marriage in the Church of England (cofe website)
