Welcome
Welcome to Canterbury Diocese, the Church of England in South and East Kent, where we are committed to growing the church numerically and spiritually, to re-imagining ministry and to building partnerships that enrich communities.
Welcome to Canterbury Diocese
Canterbury Diocese, the oldest diocese in England, stretches from Maidstone to Thanet, the Isle of Sheppey to the Romney Marsh and includes 327 churches in 231 parishes, along with 103 church schools and a University with a Church of England foundation.
Whether you are someone looking for a church to get married in, someone keen to grow closer to Christ or a church leader looking for resources and support, we hope this website provides you with the information and resources you are searching for.
Latest News
Easter message: The only news that matters
Easter Message from Bishop Trevor. Read more »
Archbishop to visit Thanet
Archbishop Justin will assist the Deanery in its community engagement, mission & evangelism from 25-31 March. Read more »
New arts project to bring mums together
Arts project to bring newly arrived Syrian refugee mums together with long-term resident mums. Read more »
Cooking competition champions Kent food
A cookery competition organised by the Church of England to champion Kent produce is now seeking entries. Read more »
Refugee clothing hung in Cathedral
An evocative artwork highlighting the plight of refugees around the world is to be hung in the Nave of Canterbury Cathedral. Read more »
New issue of Outlook
This issue features living with depression and Lent abstinence.
Madagascar appeal
Following Cyclone Ava, Archbishop James asks for prayers and help. Read more »
Today's Prayer
Jersey: St Martin Le Vieux
Clergy: Geraldine Baudains
Central Ecuador – (XI, The Episcopal Church) The Rt Revd Victor Scantlebury
