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Bishop of Truro to head up new government forum for the advancement of religious freedom across the globeA new Freedom of Religion and Belief (FoRB) Forum has been set up following a landmark report into global Christian ... Read More
House of Lords Symposium Marks the First Anniversary of The Publication of the Truro Review of the Global Persecution of Christians8 July 2020 Lord Alton's opening remarks: Closing remarks: The links to the other contributions made during the Symposiuum, which ... Read More 
A Fair & Just Future for CornwallLeading Cornish voices, drawn from business, community, faith and charity sectors, have set out their vision of a ‘Fair and ... Read More 
Faith leaders call for a green recoveryRepresentatives from UK faith groups have signed an open letter to the government urging it to ensure that its economic ... Read More 
Audio recording at homeAudio content consumption continues to grow and understanding a few key audio production skills can greatly improve the quality of ... Read More 
Lighting up the cathedral websiteThe chance to light a candle when in Truro Cathedral is something that physical visitors have always had. But, from ... Read More 
Religious London : Theos ReportLondon is often perceived to be different from the rest of the UK – more liberal and more secular. However, ... Read More 
Reaching out to the non-digital communityA way of reaching those left behind in the pandemic world of reliance on new technology ... Read More 
Julia and Hans Rausing Launch £10 million Charity Survival FundNew Charity Survival Fund launches to provide much needed funds to UK charities struggling with loss of income due to ... Read More
Church of England awards £24 million in grants to spread Christian faith in towns and citiesThe Strategic Development Funding (SDF) grants have been awarded as part of the Church of England’s programme of Renewal and ... Read More
Top Tips for an Accessible Online ServiceWhen it comes to being on screen, there are some basic rules that will help us to be more accessible ... Read More 
Relaxation in rules around charities and insolvencyThese rules apply to voluntary organisations as well as private companies, and the Charity Commission has issued guidance to charities ... Read More
The Methodist Church: Coronavirus Guidance for Property updated 30 JuneUpdated advice form the Methodist Church ... Read More
Church of England Coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance for churches 2 July 2020Latest advice from the Church of England ... Read More 
Experts inspire hope for 2020 Season of CreationHundreds of Christians came together on 8 June to learn how the global ecumenical family can better care for our ... Read More 
Guidance COVID-19: Guidance for the safe use of places of worship from 4 July Published 29 June 2020Through its Places of Worship Taskforce, the government has worked with faith leaders and representatives to develop this guidance to ... Read More 
How to organise a Covid-compliant drive-in serviceHow can churches cater for the welfare of their congregations while in lockdown? Although churches have been told they can ... Read More 
The impact of COVID-19 on the community and voluntary sector in CornwallCornwall’s voluntary organisations have been adapting services to support more vulnerable people for longer during the Covid-19 crisis ... Read More 
Faith-based aid agencies condemn DFID abolitionCAFOD, Christian Aid and the Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund (SCIAF) have joined with other faith-based international development agencies in ... Read More 
CTE Member Church reflections on Covid-19Perspectives from CTE Member Churches on how they and their congregations have been affected by the coronavirus crisis ... Read More
“Worshipping Safely” Poster for ChurchesThe Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) have produced a helpful poster to be placed outside of places ... Read More 
Donating to your Local FoodbankCornwall Council has prepared a new page of information on supporting foodbanks ... Read More
Bishops warn of ‘Environmental Racism’Church of England bishops including the Bishop of Truro have joined with counterparts from around the Anglican Communion in signing ... Read More
Drive-in Church comes to CornwallDrive-in church events were held in Newquay and Camelford on 21 June, thought to be the first in Britain ... Read More
Reopening of church buildings for public worshipStatement from the Church of England following the Government announcement that church buildings will be able to reopen for public ... Read More 
“What do YOU See?” – A poem in response to the tragic killing of George FloydRevd Lusa Ngoy Diocese of Leicester's BAME enabler and lead on Intercultural Worshipping Communities wrote this powerful poem as a ... Read More 
Pope Francis: Rethinking PovertyRethink: In a BBC podcast, Pope Francis warns poor have become part of landscape ... Read More 
Coronavirus and global southThe economic turmoil caused by coronavirus is pushing countries in the global south deeper into crisis. Some estimates are that ... Read More
Prayers in LockdownThis booklet “Prayers in Lockdown” was published on 1st June 2020. It has been written in collaboration by 25 people ... Read More 
Faith Covid ResponseTo aid the government as they develop their regulations and guidance allowing places of worship to reopen, the Ministry of ... Read More
Bridging the Gap: Economic Inequality and Church Responses in the UKEconomic inequality in the UK is shockingly high. This report from Theos explores how churches are helping tackle it, and ... Read More
Quakers join launch of Build Back Better campaignBuild Back Better brings together a broad range of members including unions, youth campaigns, health workers, green NGOs and faith-based ... Read More
Racial Justice: time for reflection and actionCTBI begin a listening project that gives space to hear the experiences of Black church goers, of those who have ... Read More 
Archbishop Justin Welby and Cardinal Vincent Nichols’ Joint Statement on West Bank AnnexationThis week, the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Cardinal Archbishop of Westminster wrote to both the Israeli Ambassador, Mark Regev, ... Read More 
New reality, same missionA stimulus to renewed community engagement as we emerge from the pandemic : report from the United Reformed Church ... Read More 
“Facing the Red Sea” offsets fears with trustThis brief Bible study is one of a set of eight being prepared for individuals, groups and faith communities as ... Read More
Council for World Mission releases “I Can’t Breathe” statement inviting all to confront injustice11 June 2020 The Council for World Mission published a statement, entitled “I Can’t Breathe,” reflecting that black and minority ... Read More 
Let’s Talk About RaceAn open conversation at The Engine House Church, with 4 friends and leaders, all serving in the community here in ... Read More 
Everybody Welcome Online: UPDATEDAUpdated version of the report giving an overview of online church with many practical tips ... Read More
Everybody Welcome to the FutureThere are a lot of new online churchgoers - this report tries to work out how many. Then it suggests ... Read More 
Changing church: Responding to the coronavirus crisisChanging church is our new report based on a survey of nearly 900 churches and organisations and makes clear that ... Read More
Telling the Story – the origin and development of LEPsImaginative and creative ways of working together at local level proliferate throughout England. Many are new but a steady and ... Read More 
COVID-19: guidance for the safe use of places of worship during the pandemicLatest Government advice, published 12 June 2020 ... Read More 
Thy Kingdom Come 2020 Wrap-up VideoThy Kingdom Come looked different this year due to COVID-19. But still, Christians in more than 170 countries gathered online, ... Read More
Season of Creation 2020 Celebration GuideThe 2020 Season of Creation Guide invites the Christian family to unite in a worldwide celebration of prayer and action ... Read More
Climate Change: Church and Green RecoveryRecording of webinar on Tue 9 Jun on how Church communities can play their part in shaping and campaigning for ... Read More
Churches speak out on racismChurches and Christian organisations across Britain and Ireland have issued statements following the death of George Floyd in the USA ... Read More 
Guidance for Unpaid Carers COVID19 – CoronavirusExtensive collection of links to national and local organisations providing support to unpaid carers during the pandemic ... Read More 
The Role of Fairtrade in the Future of FarmingThe Fairtrade Foundation reports on what the future might hold where farming our food is concerned ... Read More 
CAP Courses moving OnlineThe Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Money Course and the CAP Job Club ‘Step Towards Employment’ Course that are normally run ... Read More 
Creation Fest On AirThis year, we’re planning to take our special brand of Creation Fest fun online, creating a series of TV-style shows ... Read More 
Two’s Company: Telephone BefriendingOur telephone befriending model can be set up and used locally by churches in their community ... Read More 
Climate SundayLocal churches are encouraged to hold a local Climate Sunday any time during a one-year period starting on 6th September ... Read More
Statement on individual prayer in churchesChurch of England Statement on individual prayer in churches following the Government’s announcement today that church buildings can open up ... Read More 
Our Commitment to Black Lives Matter: Multi-faith Solidarity Statement from FaithActionAt FaithAction, we represent a diverse, national network of faith-based and community organisations. We are therefore proud to add our ... Read More 
Truro Diocese Annual Report: With God All Things are PossibleEach year the diocese produces statutory accounts. This year we have produced an Annual Report detailing all the amazing things ... Read More
Statement – WCC condemns violence, racism in USThe World Council of Churches (WCC) and its member churches resolutely condemn both racism and violence, and consistently seek to ... Read More
Thy Kingdom Come unlocked in Cornwall: the South West PraysHow Cornwall rose to the challenge of coming together to pray Thy Kingdom Come in lockdown ... Read More
A More Just World – The Archbishop of CanterburyCenturies-old racism and white supremacy are a root cause of the suffering of black and minority ethnic communities here, in ... Read More
A personal message from the President of the Methodist Conference, the Revd Dr Barbara GlassonBut outrage and sorrow are not a sufficient response to racism and inequality in society. How to begin a process ... Read More 
Responding to Grief and Emotional Suffering in our CommunitiesA five-step plan to help your church respond with kindness and compassion to those experiencing bereavemnet and loss ... Read More
Churches amplify urgent calls to address violent racism in USAs protests erupted in more than 30 cities across the US in the wake of the death of George Floyd, ... Read More 
Statement from Presiding Bishop Michael B. Curry, The Episcopal ChurchStatement from Presiding Bishop Michael B. Curry on President Donald Trump's use of a church building and the Holy Bible ... Read More
Pentecost message from the WCC presidents 2020“The church was born in tumult yet emerged from the chaos with a potent, indeed life-changing, message relevant to all ... Read More
Joint statement by the Archbishop of York and Archbishop of CanterburyArchbishops' statement on recent events in the United States of America which have once again drawn public attention to the ... Read More 
Volunteers’ Week 2020 Thank YouFrom 1st-7th June is Volunteers Week across the UK and here in Cornwall, we are keen to say a huge ... Read More
Thy Kingdom Come: South West Prays 2020Catch up with 2,500 Christians across the South West as 28 church leaders from across the denominations pray Thy Kingdom ... Read More
Thy Kingdom Come: Cornwall Beacon Event 2020Watch the Beacon Event for Cornwall, from St Martin's Church Liskeard with partcipation from across the county and denominations ... Read More 
Remember Me: Online Book of RemembranceSt Paul's Cathedral has created an on-line book of remembrance for all those who have died as a result of ... Read More 
You Can’t Eat the View: Food Poverty and Food Insecurity throughout Cornwall: ReportCornwall Independent Poverty Forum (CIPF) are very pleased to release their End Hunger Cornwall conference report held at the end ... Read More 
At a Loss : Supporting the BereavedContact, listen and bless: a video from Ataloss.org ... Read More
New taskforce developing plan to reopen places of worshipFaith leaders and government agree to develop plan to enable phased and safe reopening of places of worship ... Read More 
Elysian Magazine : Issue 2Issue 2 of the Falmouth-based magazine exploring how faith influences creativity is released on 1 June ... Read More
Pope Francis invites us to join the Season of CreationThe Season of Creation is a time to slow down and focus on what matters. During this special time each ... Read More 
Laudato Si’ at 5: As Prophetic and Relevant As EverA special conversation with Fr. Augusto Zampini-Davies, adjunct secretary of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Integral Human Development and Christiana Figueres, ... Read More 
Bishop Mark – ‘Our Common Home and Care for the Vulnerable’Bishop Mark reflects on the fifth anniversary of Pope Francis' letter 'Laudato Si' ... Read More 
COP26: A Decade to DeliverMary Robinson, former President of Ireland and Chair of The Elders, speaks on the impact of Covid-19 on preparations for ... Read More 
Gleanings: Listening and Learning about poverty under lockdownWe are all sharing the experience of the storm caused by COVID-19 and the lockdown, but it is increasingly clear ... Read More
Ready for the New “Normal”: A Discussion PaperA discussion paper for a pandemic recovery and resumption plan for the United Reformed Church, which will be of interest ... Read More 
Many Brits Look to Faith During LockdownPrayer is a vital part of life for the public, with just under half of UK adults (44%) saying they ... Read More 
The State of Christian Organisations in the UK during Covid-19Webinar presenting the results from our State of Christian Organisations research, looking to identify the main needs and experiences of ... Read More 
Who Are Transformation Cornwall and What Are We Doing Now?Learn more about Transformation Cornwall, an ecumenical charity that strengthens faith based social action in Cornwall ... Read More
Thy Kingdom Come: The Upper RoomWe’re very pleased to present to you the ‘Upper Room’. Inspired by the Upper Room in Acts 1 & 2, ... Read More 
Something is stirring in the UK – Pete GreigA blog by Pete Greig of 24/7 Prayer ... Read More
Resources for churches from Christians Against PovertyResources from Christians Against Poverty for churches to help support their local community ... Read More 
Involving VolunteersAdvice on involving and managing volunteers during the coronavirus outbreak, from NCVO (The National Council for Voluntary Organisations) ... Read More
Bishop Mark’s Pastoral Message: “Let us be like Christ the Servant”Pastoral message from Bishop Mark, RC Diocese of Plymouth ... Read More 
New free dial-in worship phone lineThe Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has launched a free national phone line as a simple new way to bring ... Read More 
Covid-19: an inter-religious prayer in JerusalemChristians, Jews and Muslims prayed together in Jerusalem to end the pandemic of Covid-19 ... Read More
Coronavirus (COVID-19) liturgy and prayer resourcesprayers and intercessions for personal or group use, special prayers for use when it isn’t possible to meet in church, ... Read More 
Call to Church Leaders: A Pledge This EasterThis Easter we are asking 1000 UK Church leaders to publicly commit to supporting their local communities, to bring a ... Read More 
Barnabas Coronavirus Emergency Network (BCEN) LaunchedThe needs of the poor and persecuted church are urgent and must be met now. Coronavirus is creating a humanitarian ... Read More
Coronavirus: Missional & Theological reflectionsA page from Churches Together in England listing resources ... Read More 
HelpTogetherIf you are in isolation or in need of help due to the Covid-19 coronavirus outbreak, this site can put ... Read More 
Together Apart: A rural church response to coronavirusResources from the Arthur Rank Centre for rural Christians and churches to use in their own homes and communities, as ... Read More
A Time for Pastoral, Prophetic and Practical ChristianityIn a historic joint pastoral statement released on 26 March, the World Council of Churches and Regional Ecumenical Organizations affirmed ... Read More
Archbishops and Bishops: stay at home but continue to pray, to love, to care for the vulnerableall Church of England churches will close with immediate effect in line with the Government’s instructions. There will also be ... Read More
Coping with the Coronavirusa regularly updated page from the World Council of Churches ... Read More 
Meet The Funders Resources PublishedTransformation Cornwall have now uploaded the resources from the Meet the Funders main Spring event on their website ... Read More
New Facebook Page from Churches Together in EnglandCTE have a new Facebook page - please like and follow for national news from the churches ... Read More
Worship Services in Methodist Churches SuspendedWorship services in Methodist Churches are suspended for the time being in line with Government guidance. We would encourage people ... Read More 
Germinate Leadership Programme18-month course for lay and ordained leaders in rural churches who have already displayed some creative and entrepreneurial flair in ... Read More 
Bishop Philip issues statement on safeguardingBishop Philip has issued a statement on safeguarding ... Read More 
External review of Transformation Cornwall’s workThe results are in from an external review of Transformation Cornwall’s work conducted by James Baddeley from Civil Society Consulting ... Read More 
Falmouth Filling Station 2020 – CANCELLED until further noticeWe regret the Falmouth Filling Station meetings are CANCELLED until further notice due to the current emergency ... Read More 
Pray in 2020 on the 20th of each month at 20:20 for 20 minutesThrough Prayer 2020 we are asking God to work through all that is done in 2020 – personal witness; church ... Read More 
Help publicise the CTC Weekly News!Please spread the word about the Weekly News and encourage members of your church / congregation to subscribe ... Read More |
The Marriage Sessions Online : until 31 JUL, ONLINEAt Care for the Family, we’re passionate about supporting couples in their relationships, and that’s why we’ll be streaming The ... Read More 
Alpha Online : 6 Jul-24 Aug, ONLINEGot questions about life? Come and explore life, faith and meaning. Led by New Street Church and St Budock Church, ... Read More 
Radical Presence : 7 Jul-20 Aug, ONLINEAs the UK takes it first tentative steps out of lockdown, join this seven week course with Green Christian to ... Read More 
Falmouth Virtual Messy Church : Jul, AT HOMEWelcome to Virtual Messy Church for July. Normally we'd be meeting on the beach this month. Sadly we can't do ... Read More 
Spree’s Got Talent 2020 : 11 Jul, ONLINEDue to the current COVID-19 pandemic, Spree SW 2020 will not be able to go ahead as planned. However, we ... Read More
Immigration issues in Britain and Ireland: Webinar : 15 Jul, ONLINEHow has the COVID-19 crisis changed the narrative of immigration issues in Britain and Ireland? Join us for this one-hour ... Read More 
Communion in the light of COVID-19: webinar : 16 Jul, ONLINEThis is the first in a series of three webinars on themes around the response of the Churches to the ... Read More 
Let’s Talk About the Church and Racial Justice: Webinar : 16 Jul, ONLINEExploring recent global events which affect the US and UK in particular; getting a balanced view of history; iIssues of ... Read More
Fair Focus: Systemic Inequality and the Invisible Women in Trade : 16 Jul, ONLINEJoin us for a 40-minute webinar with host Catherine David, Head of Commercial Partnerships at the Fairtrade Foundation ... Read More
Rural Mission Sunday 2020: Heaven in Ordinary : 19 Jul, ONLINERural Mission Sunday 2020 offers a timely opportunity to take stock and reflect, to engage intentionally with the changes of ... Read More 
Creation Fest On Air : from 20 Jul, ONLINE; Drive-In Premiere, 19 Jul, WadebridgeThis year, we’re gutted that we won’t be meeting together in a field in Cornwall. But instead, we’re planning to ... Read More 
Can We Teach Peace? – 23 Jul, ONLINEExplore ... Read More 
West Cornwall Christian Rendezvous : 25 Jul, ONLINEJuly meeting of West Cornwall Christian Rendezvous, shared between various Gospel churches in the west of Cornwall. Spaker: Arthur Green ... Read More 
New Wine: United Breaks Out : 30 Jul-3 Aug, ONLINENew Wine are gathering the family together this summer – across homes, gardens and communities – for an online event ... Read More 
Disciples: Next Normal…? : 31 Jul-3 Aug, ONLINEResources and practical tools to help the Church move through 2020 & beyond with hope. You are invited to join ... Read More 
Environment Champions 4 : 14 or 22 Aug, ONLINEA place to air your views, hear the latest and share activity in your Parish ... Read More 
Royal Cornwall Show : 10-12 Sep, Wadebridge CANCELLEDThe Royal Cornwall Show has been rescheduled from June to September. The Churches Together Tent will still be there! ... Read More 
New Housing Hub Conference – South West : 26 Sep, ExeterAs Christians, we have the opportunity to bless and welcome those moving to this area and be instrumental in helping ... Read More 
The Heart of God: Oasis Ladies’ Conference : 7 Nov, NewquayEarly bird booking now open for the 2020 Oasis Ladies Conference in Newquay ... Read More 
Creation Fest 2021 : 31 Jul-6 Aug 2021, WadebridgeSadly, Creation Fest 2020 has had to be cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic. BUT it will be back next ... Read More |
Vacancy: Transformation Cornwall Project Officer : Closing Date 10 AugWe are looking for a part time Project Worker to join our small and dynamic team working with faith based ... Read More
Vacancy: ViVA Loneliness Project Oficer : Closing Date 20 JulVacancy for a full-time Project Officer supporting isolated and lonely adults in Cornwall ... Read More 
Vacancy: Supervisor, Pebbles Parent & Toddler Group, FalmouthWe continue to seek a new Supervisor to run Pebbles Parent and Toddler group based at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Falmouth ... Read More
Vacancies: Covid-19 VolunteersVolunteer Cornwall is coordinating a response to the virus pandemic, acting as a centre for the mobilisation of volunteers ... Read More |
Vacancy: Transformation Cornwall Project Officer : Closing Date 10 AugWe are looking for a part time Project Worker to join our small and dynamic team working with faith based ... Read More
Vacancy: ViVA Loneliness Project Oficer : Closing Date 20 JulVacancy for a full-time Project Officer supporting isolated and lonely adults in Cornwall ... Read More
Vacancy: Supervisor, Pebbles Parent & Toddler Group, FalmouthWe continue to seek a new Supervisor to run Pebbles Parent and Toddler group based at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Falmouth ... Read More
Vacancies: Covid-19 VolunteersVolunteer Cornwall is coordinating a response to the virus pandemic, acting as a centre for the mobilisation of volunteers ... Read More |
The Hostile Environment: Distrust, Discrimination and Deprivation.
Lord Alton: Welcoming Remarks at the commencement of the House of Lords Symposium Marking the First Anniversary of The Publication of the Truro Review of the Global Persecution of Christians
Round Tables — YourNeighbour.org | Equipping Churches in the Covid-19 Crisis
Round Tables — YourNeighbour.org | Equipping Churches in the Covid-19 Crisis
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Join a roundtable and feed in to the Prime Minister’s review on the community response to COVID-19. YourNeighbour.org has been asked to coordinate church feedback to the Prime Minister's review on t...
Leading Cornish voices, drawn from business, community, faith and charity sectors, have set out their vision of a ‘Fair and Just Future for Cornwall’ in a report that will be presented to council leaders and the Cornwall’s MPs.
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Leading Cornish voices, drawn from business, community, faith and charity sectors, have set out their vision of a ‘Fair and Just Future for Cornwall’ in a report that will be presented to council ...Transformation Cornwall
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Vision and task, the hope of the world,In this great commission we share:To serve and work and pray, untilThe Kingdom of love is everywhere.
Church must ‘learn afresh how to share the gospel’, Archbishop of York tells Synod | The Church of England
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The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, has called the Church of England to “learn afresh how to share the gospel in the world” as church and society face “turbulent times” in the wake of th...New research – how has church engagement with young people been impacted by lockdown? | News
New research – how has church engagement with young people been impacted by lockdown? | News
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New research from Allchurches Trust highlights that, for many churches, the Coronavirus pandemic has made them feel even more cut off from children and young people in their communities.Parenting for faith — sharing stories of God at work with the next generation
Parenting for faith — sharing stories of God at work with the next generation
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Parenting for Faith encourages us to model our connection with God by sharing stories of him at work during United Breaks Out
Bishop of Truro to head up new Freedom of Religion and Belief Forum - Premier Christian News | Headlines, Breaking News, Comment & Analysis
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A new Freedom of Religion and Belief (FoRB) Forum has been set up following a landmark report into global Christian persecution by the Bishop of Truro lastWe express deep concern over the decision of the State Council in Turkey announced today on the status of Hagia Sophia, enabling the world heritage site to be converted into a mosque. CEC previously raised its concern with UNESCO and the European Institutions to seek diplomatic influence preventing such an action. “We would see such development with regret, as it could potentially invoke grounds for religious intolerance and violence,” said CEC President Rev. Christian Krieger.
UNESCO statement on Hagia Sophia: en.unesco.org/news/unesco-statement-hagia-sophia-istanbul
Timeline PhotosWhat will be the true Cost of Coronavirus, and how can churches respond?
We speak with Jenny Herrera, Executive Director of Acts 435; Heather Keates, CEO of Community Money Advice; and Paula Stringer, CEO of CAP UK.
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Timeline Photos"In these days of social distancing and self-isolation, many Methodists and other Christians feel the lack of being able
to share together at the Lord’s Table."
- Pastoral guidance from our Faith and Order Committee on Holy Communion.
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