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Nick Edmonds
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Comms for @ChurchOfEngland

Also witterer about sport, especially #AVFC
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If you're a newer arrival to Blue Sky and looking for a leg-up for some Church of England related accounts to follow, look no further:

(As always, suggestions for additions welcome)

#StarterPack #Church

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A data update on this year's @churchofengland.org Christmas Campaign, as one post clocks up nearly 2 million engagements within 48 hours 👀

Read on...

www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
Millions connect with Church of England’s Christmas campaign as parishes invite communities to share the joy | The Church of England
Churches across England are preparing to welcome millions through their doors this Christmas, with record numbers of services registered.
www.churchofengland.org
December 15, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Christmas churchgoing is on the rise says a new @savanta.bsky.social poll for @tearfund.bsky.social with nearly one in two UK adults (45%) planning to attend a church event or service this year, up from 40% last year. 🎅🌲⛪📈

Find out more...

www.tearfund.org/stories/medi...
More Brits flock to church this Christmas
Churchgoing rises as nearly one in two Brits (45%) plan to attend a church event or service this Christmas
www.tearfund.org
December 15, 2025 at 4:19 PM
A thing we did..
Jesus Christ is always at the centre of Christmas. And everyone's invited to experience it with us.

Come and celebrate Christmas at a church near you.

Find services and events in your local community at AChurchNearYou.com/christmas.
December 12, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Over £500 raised! Thank you so much to everyone who donated - it's a-mo-zing what a tache, and your generosity, can do.

But since you're here if you or someone close to you is in the risk categories, then speak to your GP and get checked.

Mo-out. 🫶🥸

uk.movember.com/team/2489717
December 3, 2025 at 9:54 AM
Here we go.... 🎅🌲🎁The Church’s biggest-ever Christmas campaign will feature a newly illustrated children’s storybook, daily reflections, online services, and a huge range of free resources for families, schools and churches, and is expected to reach millions.

www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
Church of England launches ‘Joy of Christmas’ campaign to share hope and celebration | The Church of England
The Church’s biggest-ever Christmas campaign will feature a newly illustrated children’s storybook, daily reflections, online services, and a huge range of free resources for families, schools and chu...
www.churchofengland.org
November 30, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Ben Stokes. That's the post.
November 21, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Is it me?? Maybe not! #Movember is well underway, anyhow, and behind the turgid tache is a serious opportunity to help improve outcomes for prostate and testicular cancer and for mental health.

It's #InternationalMensDay so a great time to raise the flag(/tache)

movember.com/t/the-tickle...
November 19, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Reposted by Nick Edmonds
If you're a newer arrival to Blue Sky and looking for a leg-up for some Church of England related accounts to follow, look no further:

(As always, suggestions for additions welcome)

#StarterPack #Church

bsky.app/starter-pack...
January 7, 2025 at 12:37 PM
The Guardian view on Christianity and the UK far right: churches must stand up to the false prophets of division
(Editorial)

www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
The Guardian view on Christianity and the UK far right: churches must stand up to the false prophets of division | Editorial
Editorial: Symbols of Christian nationalism were prominent at last Saturday’s ‘unite the kingdom’ march. Their deployment had little to do with religious faith
www.theguardian.com
September 18, 2025 at 8:14 AM
Ancient Anglo-Saxon text sparks 5,200 per cent Instagram follower surge. 👀

www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
Ancient Anglo-Saxon text sparks 5,200 per cent Instagram follower surge | The Church of England
How Ælfric went viral.
www.churchofengland.org
June 30, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Membership of Canterbury CNC announced

The Canterbury CNC is made up of a diverse group of members, including representatives from the Church of England, the Anglican Communion, and members appointed by the Crown.

www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
Membership of Canterbury CNC announced | The Church of England
The Canterbury CNC is made up of a diverse group of members, including representatives from the Church of England, the Anglican Communion, and members appointed by the Crown.
www.churchofengland.org
May 13, 2025 at 9:16 AM
Reposted by Nick Edmonds
Did you know you get a free daily summary of Church related news?

📰 The Daily Media Digest provides a summary of the day's news and comment for a Church of England audience, plus the national headlines.

If you would like to receive the digest, sign up here!

👉 www.churchofengland.org/signup
May 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Did you know you get a free daily summary of Church related news?

📰 The Daily Media Digest provides a summary of the day's news and comment for a Church of England audience, plus the national headlines.

If you would like to receive the digest, sign up here!

👉 www.churchofengland.org/signup
May 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Reposted by Nick Edmonds
"As we honour the past, so we renew our commitment to building a more peaceful and just world for all."

On 8 May, churches will mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day with commemorative services, bell ringing and prayers.

Read more at cofe.io/VEDay80th.
Churches across England to mark 80th Anniversary of VE Day with commemorations, bell ringing, and prayers for peace | The Church of England
Churches across England will participate in a series of commemorations to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day on Thursday, 8th May 2025.
cofe.io
April 28, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Five years after the first COVID lockdown, 30% of CofE churches still run a weekly online service.

Last year, the @churchofengland.org national service reached 12m and is watched in full by 4k weekly.

www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
Archbishop of York leads fifth anniversary of National Online Service | The Church of England
This Sunday, the Church of England’s National Online Service will mark its fifth anniversary, with a special service led by Archbishop Stephen Cottrell.
www.churchofengland.org
March 21, 2025 at 3:44 PM
So, to clarify... 🤦‍♂️

www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
www.churchofengland.org
February 10, 2025 at 12:35 PM
A summary of what's coming up at General Synod this week, which is meeting in London.

#Synod
February 10, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Reposted by Nick Edmonds
"So many both within and outside the church are disgusted" by the CofE's abuse failures:

I interviewed the Archbishop of York on shattered public trust and moral authority

And his plans to still sit on committee that chooses next Archbishop of Canterbury www.thetimes.com/uk/religion/...
Archbishop of York: church must face abuse failings to regain public’s trust
The Most Rev Stephen Cottrell spoke about the people’s ‘disgust’ at the Church of England, helping to choose Justin Welby’s successor, and the King’s view on the crisis
www.thetimes.com
February 7, 2025 at 12:36 AM
Sad times. Not so much that he's leaving Villa, just feels like a waste of a really exciting talent. Riyal talks though.
January 30, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Reposted by Nick Edmonds
Aston Villa have secured automatic qualification to the Champions League round of 16! Incredible achievement. What a night at Villa Park... and there's many more to come.

#AVFC
January 29, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Your semi-regular reminder that this #StarterPack can help kickstart a follow-base for NewSkyers.

An assortment of #ChurchOfEngland related accounts.

If you have suggestions for accounts to add to the list, let me know.

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January 27, 2025 at 9:43 AM
Reposted by Nick Edmonds
The latest issue of the Church Times is out today.

Our cover story this week: Bishop of London tells peers the C of E needs a safeguarding 'reset', calling for mandatory reporting and survivor focus.
January 24, 2025 at 8:58 AM