The Church of England in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Barnet.
The Diocese of St Albans
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Last weekend, the Revd Anne Abok was ordained priest in a deeply moving service, surrounded by her church community, fellow clergy and friends.
The service was a profound occasion, marked by God’s presence and grace. Read more: buff.ly/4LNMPSB
🙏 Please join us in praying for Anne at this time.
Across the Diocese of St Albans, we want to say thank you for all that you are doing to make our churches safer places.
Safeguarding is a shared responsibility, and we are grateful for the care and commitment shown across our churches and chaplaincies.
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Leaders and volunteers from across the Diocese came together for our Hope for Rural Churches Conference last weekend, for a day packed with inspiration, practical support and shared wisdom for ministry in rural communities.
👉 Read more: buff.ly/YWlqwxW
As the weather turns warmer again (and hopefully a little drier), we’re sharing this reflection from a recent pilgrimage along the Bunyan Way.
It was a continuation of the pilgrimage walks begun during the 2025 Year of Spiritual Renewal and Wellbeing.
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The Rt Revd Dr Andrew Rumsey has formally become Bishop of St Albans, following the Confirmation of his Election yesterday at St Mary-le-Bow in the City of London.
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The prayer focus for this coming week (14 - 20 June) is on the diocesan vision of Living God's Love through 'transforming communities', with a particular focus on carers support groups and parishes within the Deanery of Dunstable.
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The Diocese of St Albans
More than 30 families gathered at Rectory Lane Cemetery for a lively Great Big Nature Hunt. From pond dipping to bug hunting, children and adults discovered the rich wildlife thriving in this carefully restored green space.
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The prayer focus for this coming week (7 - 13 June) is on the diocesan vision of Living God's Love through 'making new disciples', with a particular focus on all who hear the Gospel through our Church Schools and parishes within the Deanery of Cheshunt.
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This week (6 - 14 June) Churches Count on Nature Week 2026 💚. It's a celebration of nature and of God's creation, and there are activities and counts taking place around the Diocese. Send pictures to: [email protected].
Check out this Forest Church story: buff.ly/5grdfT4
We are advertising for the following roles:
A Generosity Enabler, a fixed-term, part-time post which is currently open to all Readers and Clergy (closing date 26 June): buff.ly/4ZojDat
A Parish Safeguarding Support Officer, open to everyone, (closing date 1 July): buff.ly/A53m0ME
