Christian Aid has launched a £1 million appeal for the victims of the earthquake. www.christianaid.org.uk/emergencies/current/haiti-earthquake-appeal/index.aspx
To read the Archbishop of Canterbury’s message of support to the people of Haiti click through
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Essential Maintenance Work to the Diocesan House Car Park
Due to essential work on the drains in the car park at Diocesan House there will be restricted parking from Monday 8th February. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and we thank everyone for their patience whilst this work is being carried out.
Election results for Archbishop’s Council for the triennium 2009-2012
To read the election results for Archbishop’s Council click here. To view a full list of Council members click here.
Diocesan Secretary Update
Just before Christmas, Diocesan Secretary Julian Hills slipped on the ice and tore the quadriceps muscle in his leg. Following an operation Julian now has a plaster cast on his leg from ankle to thigh. Likely to be immobile for some weeks, Julian will be picking up his emails as normal but if you need to speak to him, please call Diocesan House in the first instance. We are grateful for your prayers, and also your patience at this difficult time.
Archbishops’ statement on Swine Flu
November 27th 2009
In a letter to the House of Bishops, the Archbishops state: “we can now advise that the normal administration of Holy Communion ought to resume. This recommendation is subject to the guidelines issued in June."
For the full statement click here
Second Bishop’s Mission Order issued in UK creates new church in Thanet Deanery
The second ever Bishop's Mission Order formally authorizing a new form of church has been issued to Harvest New Anglican Church, a network of small cell groups who meet across Thanet, Kent and come together for worship on Sundays in Broadstairs.
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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.
Growing Forward Together
Towards 2020
Growing Forward Together Towards 2020
Training Workshops for Parish Officers
in the Diocese of Canterbury
Workshops
Fairtrade Guide
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)
Anglican Marriage
Information - marriage and special licences
Marriage Measure - C of E website
Marriage Measure
Seminar (PowerPoint)
Funerals
Arranging a funeral
Burials and cremations (cofe website)
Baptism / Confirmation
Baptismal and confirmation information (cofe website)
Anglican Sources for Tracing your family history
information about and links to sources for tracing your family history
