The Diocese of Chelmsford
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We're the Church of England across Essex and East London, a Christian presence in every community across the area that we serve, sharing the love of God & helping people encounter Christ.
Today on #ArmsticeDay, we invite you to join us in praying this prayer of commemoration:
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1/4 #WeWillRememberThem #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #JesusLightOfTheWorld
November 11, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Today on #ArmsticeDay, we invite you to join us in praying this prayer of commemoration:
1/4 #WeWillRememberThem #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #JesusLightOfTheWorld
1/4 #WeWillRememberThem #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #JesusLightOfTheWorld
"Remembrance will likely include the pain of tears as well as smiles born of gratitude and treasured memories."
Read or listen to Bishop Guli's reflection for Remembrance in full at buff.ly/0ScfaKc
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#ArmsticeDay #WeWillRememberThem #LestWeForget #Remembrance2025
📸: Goran Horvat via Pixabay
Read or listen to Bishop Guli's reflection for Remembrance in full at buff.ly/0ScfaKc
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#ArmsticeDay #WeWillRememberThem #LestWeForget #Remembrance2025
📸: Goran Horvat via Pixabay
November 11, 2025 at 9:24 AM
"Remembrance will likely include the pain of tears as well as smiles born of gratitude and treasured memories."
Read or listen to Bishop Guli's reflection for Remembrance in full at buff.ly/0ScfaKc
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#ArmsticeDay #WeWillRememberThem #LestWeForget #Remembrance2025
📸: Goran Horvat via Pixabay
Read or listen to Bishop Guli's reflection for Remembrance in full at buff.ly/0ScfaKc
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#ArmsticeDay #WeWillRememberThem #LestWeForget #Remembrance2025
📸: Goran Horvat via Pixabay
They shall grow not old as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn;
At the going down of the sun, and in the morning,
We will remember them.
2/2 #Remembrance #Armistice #RemembranceSunday
📸: All Saints Terling.
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn;
At the going down of the sun, and in the morning,
We will remember them.
2/2 #Remembrance #Armistice #RemembranceSunday
📸: All Saints Terling.
November 9, 2025 at 10:55 AM
They shall grow not old as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn;
At the going down of the sun, and in the morning,
We will remember them.
2/2 #Remembrance #Armistice #RemembranceSunday
📸: All Saints Terling.
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn;
At the going down of the sun, and in the morning,
We will remember them.
2/2 #Remembrance #Armistice #RemembranceSunday
📸: All Saints Terling.
Let us remember before God,
and commend to his sure keeping:
those who have died for their country in conflict;
Those whom we knew, and whose memory we treasure,
and all who have lived and died in the service of humanity.
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and commend to his sure keeping:
those who have died for their country in conflict;
Those whom we knew, and whose memory we treasure,
and all who have lived and died in the service of humanity.
1/2 #WeWillRememberThem #RemembranceSunday2025 #LestWeForget
November 9, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Let us remember before God,
and commend to his sure keeping:
those who have died for their country in conflict;
Those whom we knew, and whose memory we treasure,
and all who have lived and died in the service of humanity.
1/2 #WeWillRememberThem #RemembranceSunday2025 #LestWeForget
and commend to his sure keeping:
those who have died for their country in conflict;
Those whom we knew, and whose memory we treasure,
and all who have lived and died in the service of humanity.
1/2 #WeWillRememberThem #RemembranceSunday2025 #LestWeForget
A reflection for Remembrance from The Rt Revd Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani, Bishop of Chelmsford.
#RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget #WeWillRememberThem
#RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget #WeWillRememberThem
November 9, 2025 at 6:31 AM
A reflection for Remembrance from The Rt Revd Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani, Bishop of Chelmsford.
#RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget #WeWillRememberThem
#RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget #WeWillRememberThem
"The Deanery Day was ... a big ‘Awayday’ for every one of our 24 Parishes, and was billed as ‘A day of networking and nurture for equipping, enthusing and encouraging congregations.’"
Organisers hope that the success of this year’s event will encourage even more people to attend next year!
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Organisers hope that the success of this year’s event will encourage even more people to attend next year!
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November 8, 2025 at 11:09 AM
"The Deanery Day was ... a big ‘Awayday’ for every one of our 24 Parishes, and was billed as ‘A day of networking and nurture for equipping, enthusing and encouraging congregations.’"
Organisers hope that the success of this year’s event will encourage even more people to attend next year!
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Organisers hope that the success of this year’s event will encourage even more people to attend next year!
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The Deanery of Colchester recently brought over 150 people together from their parishes for a Deanery Day, with worship, workshops, 12 visiting speakers covering a variety of topics, and lots of food!
1/2 #ChelmsDioLife #Community #Fellowship
1/2 #ChelmsDioLife #Community #Fellowship
November 8, 2025 at 11:09 AM
The Deanery of Colchester recently brought over 150 people together from their parishes for a Deanery Day, with worship, workshops, 12 visiting speakers covering a variety of topics, and lots of food!
1/2 #ChelmsDioLife #Community #Fellowship
1/2 #ChelmsDioLife #Community #Fellowship
Read the article on page 22 of WEPRAY 👉 buff.ly/XejbTvm
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2/2 #ChelmsDioLife #Chaplaincy #Grief #Bereavement
November 6, 2025 at 9:10 AM
Read the article on page 22 of WEPRAY 👉 buff.ly/XejbTvm
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"It is a real privilege to be part of that final journey with a person and be alongside them and their family and friends as that person dies."
In the latest edition of WEPRAY, Rev'd Andrew Merchant writes about his ministry as volunteer #chaplain at Farleigh Hospice in Chelmsford.
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In the latest edition of WEPRAY, Rev'd Andrew Merchant writes about his ministry as volunteer #chaplain at Farleigh Hospice in Chelmsford.
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November 6, 2025 at 9:10 AM
"It is a real privilege to be part of that final journey with a person and be alongside them and their family and friends as that person dies."
In the latest edition of WEPRAY, Rev'd Andrew Merchant writes about his ministry as volunteer #chaplain at Farleigh Hospice in Chelmsford.
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In the latest edition of WEPRAY, Rev'd Andrew Merchant writes about his ministry as volunteer #chaplain at Farleigh Hospice in Chelmsford.
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Are you ready to accept card donations over Advent and Christmas?
Would you like some help in getting the most from your contactless device?
Or are you new to digital giving and not quite sure where to start?
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Would you like some help in getting the most from your contactless device?
Or are you new to digital giving and not quite sure where to start?
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November 4, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Are you ready to accept card donations over Advent and Christmas?
Would you like some help in getting the most from your contactless device?
Or are you new to digital giving and not quite sure where to start?
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Would you like some help in getting the most from your contactless device?
Or are you new to digital giving and not quite sure where to start?
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Have you felt a nudge, a yearning or a prompt? Or wondered ‘Could I do that?’
Come along to the Colchester Area Vocations Morning on Saturday 8 November from 9.30am - 12.30pm to hear, discuss, explore and ponder what God is calling you to.
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Come along to the Colchester Area Vocations Morning on Saturday 8 November from 9.30am - 12.30pm to hear, discuss, explore and ponder what God is calling you to.
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November 4, 2025 at 9:24 AM
Have you felt a nudge, a yearning or a prompt? Or wondered ‘Could I do that?’
Come along to the Colchester Area Vocations Morning on Saturday 8 November from 9.30am - 12.30pm to hear, discuss, explore and ponder what God is calling you to.
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Come along to the Colchester Area Vocations Morning on Saturday 8 November from 9.30am - 12.30pm to hear, discuss, explore and ponder what God is calling you to.
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Share them with us by tagging us in your social media posts @chelmsdio or by using the #ChelmsDioLife hashtag.
You can also upload your photos to 'Life Across the Diocese' on our website at buff.ly/oH6nXhd
2/2 #Harvest #ChurchFamily #Celebration
You can also upload your photos to 'Life Across the Diocese' on our website at buff.ly/oH6nXhd
2/2 #Harvest #ChurchFamily #Celebration
November 3, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Share them with us by tagging us in your social media posts @chelmsdio or by using the #ChelmsDioLife hashtag.
You can also upload your photos to 'Life Across the Diocese' on our website at buff.ly/oH6nXhd
2/2 #Harvest #ChurchFamily #Celebration
You can also upload your photos to 'Life Across the Diocese' on our website at buff.ly/oH6nXhd
2/2 #Harvest #ChurchFamily #Celebration
St John's Church, Buckhurst Hill celebrated #Harvest earlier this month with a generosity themed all age service and a Harvest Hoolie.
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How did your worshipping community mark Harvest? We'd love to see your photos and videos!
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How did your worshipping community mark Harvest? We'd love to see your photos and videos!
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November 3, 2025 at 8:02 PM
St John's Church, Buckhurst Hill celebrated #Harvest earlier this month with a generosity themed all age service and a Harvest Hoolie.
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How did your worshipping community mark Harvest? We'd love to see your photos and videos!
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How did your worshipping community mark Harvest? We'd love to see your photos and videos!
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Explore our resources for Remembrance 2025 at buff.ly/0ScfaKc
#Remembrance #Armstice #WeWillRememberThem
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📸: Mohamed B via Unsplash
#Remembrance #Armstice #WeWillRememberThem
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📸: Mohamed B via Unsplash
November 2, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Explore our resources for Remembrance 2025 at buff.ly/0ScfaKc
#Remembrance #Armstice #WeWillRememberThem
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📸: Mohamed B via Unsplash
#Remembrance #Armstice #WeWillRememberThem
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📸: Mohamed B via Unsplash
Heavenly Father,
in darkness and in light,
in trouble and in joy,
help us to praise your name,
and let the light of your #love shine through us.
1/3 #LetUsPray #Halloween #AllHallowsEve
in darkness and in light,
in trouble and in joy,
help us to praise your name,
and let the light of your #love shine through us.
1/3 #LetUsPray #Halloween #AllHallowsEve
October 31, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Heavenly Father,
in darkness and in light,
in trouble and in joy,
help us to praise your name,
and let the light of your #love shine through us.
1/3 #LetUsPray #Halloween #AllHallowsEve
in darkness and in light,
in trouble and in joy,
help us to praise your name,
and let the light of your #love shine through us.
1/3 #LetUsPray #Halloween #AllHallowsEve
Today, Friday 31st October, marks the beginning of #Allhallowtide, a traditional period of reflection and remembrance for those who have died, encompassing All Hallows' Eve (#Halloween), All Saints’ Day, and All Souls’ Day.
How is your church community marking the season?
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How is your church community marking the season?
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October 31, 2025 at 10:27 AM
Today, Friday 31st October, marks the beginning of #Allhallowtide, a traditional period of reflection and remembrance for those who have died, encompassing All Hallows' Eve (#Halloween), All Saints’ Day, and All Souls’ Day.
How is your church community marking the season?
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How is your church community marking the season?
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Sunday First at the Diocesan House of Retreat, Pleshey, this Sunday, 2 November.
All are welcome!
All are welcome!
October 28, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Sunday First at the Diocesan House of Retreat, Pleshey, this Sunday, 2 November.
All are welcome!
All are welcome!
The Revd Sharon Quilter, our Diocesan Racial Justice Officer, will be running a series of one day in-person training sessions delivering the Racial Justice Awareness course.
1/2 #BlackHistoryMonth2025 #BHM2025 #BlackHistoryMonthUK
1/2 #BlackHistoryMonth2025 #BHM2025 #BlackHistoryMonthUK
October 27, 2025 at 5:20 PM
The Revd Sharon Quilter, our Diocesan Racial Justice Officer, will be running a series of one day in-person training sessions delivering the Racial Justice Awareness course.
1/2 #BlackHistoryMonth2025 #BHM2025 #BlackHistoryMonthUK
1/2 #BlackHistoryMonth2025 #BHM2025 #BlackHistoryMonthUK
Discover how churches can lead the way in reconciliation — through hospitality, art, and courageous dialogue.
Tickets are only £15 for Adults or £7.50 for students.
Find out more and book your place at buff.ly/EmJCqPe
2/2 #ChelmsfordCathedral #FaithInAction
Tickets are only £15 for Adults or £7.50 for students.
Find out more and book your place at buff.ly/EmJCqPe
2/2 #ChelmsfordCathedral #FaithInAction
October 27, 2025 at 11:50 AM
Discover how churches can lead the way in reconciliation — through hospitality, art, and courageous dialogue.
Tickets are only £15 for Adults or £7.50 for students.
Find out more and book your place at buff.ly/EmJCqPe
2/2 #ChelmsfordCathedral #FaithInAction
Tickets are only £15 for Adults or £7.50 for students.
Find out more and book your place at buff.ly/EmJCqPe
2/2 #ChelmsfordCathedral #FaithInAction
This coming Tuesday 28 October, Chelmsford Cathedral will be welcoming The Very Reverend John Witcombe, Dean of Coventry, for the second of this terms Keene Lectures, 'Is Reconciliation Possible in a Divided World?'
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October 27, 2025 at 11:50 AM
This coming Tuesday 28 October, Chelmsford Cathedral will be welcoming The Very Reverend John Witcombe, Dean of Coventry, for the second of this terms Keene Lectures, 'Is Reconciliation Possible in a Divided World?'
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Looking for something fun and affordable to do with your kids during Half Term?
Come along to Chelmsford Cathedral and get involved with a variety of Mars inspired activities for children and families.
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Come along to Chelmsford Cathedral and get involved with a variety of Mars inspired activities for children and families.
1/2 #ThingsToDoInChelmsford #HalfTerm #OctoberHalfTerm
October 25, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Looking for something fun and affordable to do with your kids during Half Term?
Come along to Chelmsford Cathedral and get involved with a variety of Mars inspired activities for children and families.
1/2 #ThingsToDoInChelmsford #HalfTerm #OctoberHalfTerm
Come along to Chelmsford Cathedral and get involved with a variety of Mars inspired activities for children and families.
1/2 #ThingsToDoInChelmsford #HalfTerm #OctoberHalfTerm
The extraordinary Mars installation lands at Chelmsford Cathedral this week! 🚀
Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience. Discover the variety of events taking place under the Red Planet at buff.ly/yfb6LUB
#MarsAtChelmsCathedral #Chelmsford #EssexEvents
Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience. Discover the variety of events taking place under the Red Planet at buff.ly/yfb6LUB
#MarsAtChelmsCathedral #Chelmsford #EssexEvents
October 19, 2025 at 4:15 PM
The extraordinary Mars installation lands at Chelmsford Cathedral this week! 🚀
Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience. Discover the variety of events taking place under the Red Planet at buff.ly/yfb6LUB
#MarsAtChelmsCathedral #Chelmsford #EssexEvents
Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience. Discover the variety of events taking place under the Red Planet at buff.ly/yfb6LUB
#MarsAtChelmsCathedral #Chelmsford #EssexEvents
Discover seasonal ideas from the Mustard Seed Team to help children, young people, churches, families and schools to connect, create and reflect.
Find the resources for Halloween, All Saints & All Souls, Remembrance and beyond at buff.ly/99g3f0p
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📸: A.M.Rodeheaver via Unsplash
Find the resources for Halloween, All Saints & All Souls, Remembrance and beyond at buff.ly/99g3f0p
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📸: A.M.Rodeheaver via Unsplash
October 17, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Discover seasonal ideas from the Mustard Seed Team to help children, young people, churches, families and schools to connect, create and reflect.
Find the resources for Halloween, All Saints & All Souls, Remembrance and beyond at buff.ly/99g3f0p
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📸: A.M.Rodeheaver via Unsplash
Find the resources for Halloween, All Saints & All Souls, Remembrance and beyond at buff.ly/99g3f0p
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Inter Faith Week takes place each year to help strengthen interfaith relations, fostering mutual understanding, and showcasing the invaluable contributions of faith communities.
Find out how you can get involved at buff.ly/iRB5i71
Find out how you can get involved at buff.ly/iRB5i71
October 15, 2025 at 8:11 AM
Inter Faith Week takes place each year to help strengthen interfaith relations, fostering mutual understanding, and showcasing the invaluable contributions of faith communities.
Find out how you can get involved at buff.ly/iRB5i71
Find out how you can get involved at buff.ly/iRB5i71