News – Page 38 – Churches Together in Cornwall

An invitation to Christians from all traditions to join daily prayers for the King and the nation – reflecting the values of community, faith and service.

Applications open for young leaders Holy Land pilgrimage

28th March 2023

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What does the Christian ministry of reconciliation look like in a world increasingly characterised by conflict and polarisation? That’s the question a group of young church leaders will be engaging with as they visit the Holy Land from 15 to 27 April 2024.

AR6 Synthesis Report: Climate Change 2023

28th March 2023

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Climate change, News

The IPCC finalized the Synthesis Report for the Sixth Assessment Report during the Panel’s 58th Session held in Interlaken, Switzerland from 13 – 19 March 2023.

Become a Fairtrade Place of Worship

28th March 2023

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Fair Trade, News

Your church can join the fight for fairer terms of trade by becoming a Fairtrade place of worship.

Hope Walks

12th March 2023

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Bereavement, Modern Slavery, News

Hope Walks is a free walking group for people who have been affected by the loss of someone close to them who may have died by suicide;

The Coronation of King Charles III

12th March 2023

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Coronation, News

The Church of England is sharing a range of resources for churches, individuals and families to use to mark the Coronation weekend.

Church leaders weigh in on Gary Lineker’s BBC immigration tweet controversy

12th March 2023

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News, Persecuted & Refugees

Several church leaders have shared their thoughts on social media about the ongoing dispute between former England footballer and Match Of The Day (MOTD) presenter Gary Lineker and the BBC.

Churches voice opposition to Illegal Migration Bill

11th March 2023

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Churches are expressing concern and opposition to the Illegal Migration Bill which had its first reading in the UK House of Commons on 7 March 2023:

Book of prayer for the coronation of King Charles III published

10th March 2023

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Coronavirus, News

The Church of England is calling for a period of prayer leading up to the Coronation and has released a book of Daily Prayers for the Coronation of King Charles III.

New foundation launched to help churches and dioceses tackle housing crisis

10th March 2023

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Homelessness, News

A new foundation, set up to coordinate practical advice and guidance to churches and dioceses hoping to help tackle the housing crisis in their communities, has been formally launched today by the Church of England.

The Fair Trade Movement will continue to fight for trade justice

9th March 2023

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Fair Trade, News

In the wake of Traidcraft ceasing to trade, organisations are coming together in solidarity to support the people who matter most: the makers, growers and artisans.

Agreement Reached to Advance High Seas Treaty

9th March 2023

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Environment, News

New Treaty agreed to protect half the planet but formal adoption still required

Bishop of Durham responds to immigration proposals

9th March 2023

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News, Persecuted & Refugees

He said: “No one wants to see people risking their lives to reach safety, but we must ask is this Bill the right response – one that is built on compassion, justice and moral leadership?

Season of Creation 2023: Let Justice and Peace Flow

7th March 2023

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Climate change, Environment, News

As the people of God, we must work together on behalf of all Creation, as part of that mighty river of peace and justice.

Modern slavery and human trafficking – we can all take action

7th March 2023

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Modern Slavery, News

There are a number of forms of modern slavery: being forced to work for others; organ harvesting; being forced into criminal activities; made to work in the sex industry or in domestic servitude. Nationally there are over 3,500 current investigations into modern slavery including 50 in Devon and Cornwall. These investigations can involve many victims.

James Anderson-Besant appointed new director of music at Truro Cathedral

2nd March 2023

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We are delighted to announce that James Anderson-Besant has been appointed as Truro Cathedral’s new director of music. He will move from his current role as assistant director of music at Exeter Cathedral to take up his new post with us in June this year.

Coronation Prayers

28th February 2023

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Coronation, News

From Easter Day (9 April) to Coronation Day (6 May), this booklet provides a daily theme, reading, reflection and prayer for use by individuals, churches or groups