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Welcome to the official Bluesky page for the Church of England in Devon. Follow us to keep up-to-date with the latest news and events from our churches and communities. Our website is: www.exeter.anglican.org
Forget Davos! This leadership summit is happening on our doorstep in just a few weeks' and looks like being a significant event with some great speakers discussing some important topics for our time - including our own Bishop James.
Booking details are on the flyer.
January 22, 2026 at 5:24 PM
Looking for a role where your work makes a difference? The Diocese of Exeter is a community growing in prayer, making new disciples and serving Devon with joy. We welcome diverse skills and callings. Explore current opportunities: exeter.anglican.org/vacancies/
January 9, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Bubble Church is a 30‑min, puppet‑packed, Jesus‑centred adventure for babies, toddlers & families. Want to find out more? Join a local webinar:
13 Jan, 8pm: bit.ly/49qjRRM
14 Jan, 1.30pm: bit.ly/3LyQpRB
January 8, 2026 at 11:19 AM
A spontaneous extra in our Joys of Christmas series! With thanks to The Salvation Army Exeter Temple Corps. To donate, please visit https:// www.salvationarmy.org.uk/exeter-temple
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#thejoyofchristmas
December 10, 2025 at 11:23 AM
Congratulations to the five new prebendaries and one new lay canon who were installed at Exeter Cathedral last Sunday, following their appointment to honorary roles by the Bishop of Exeter, the Rt. Rev’d Dr Mike Harrison.

The full photo album can be viewed here: www.facebook.com/media/set/?s...
November 27, 2025 at 9:34 PM
“Gratitude flows from the absolute wonder of remembering I am here. What a thing it is this morning to be present.”

It’s great to gather with Clergy and LLMs from across Devon for the Bishop’s Study Morning.
November 22, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Exciting news! A NEW commissioned role launches Jan 2026: Leaders for Creation Care. Learn more about the process and pathway here: exeter.anglican.org/ministry/lay...
November 22, 2025 at 10:01 AM
This Sunday, 16 November is Safeguarding Sunday - a chance for churches to reflect, take action, and celebrate progress in creating safer spaces. This year’s theme, “Action Speaks Louder,” calls us to move beyond words and live out safeguarding as part of the heart of our faith.
November 14, 2025 at 10:50 PM
“Now as 80 years ago when the Second World War ended, we need peacemakers to help us to pull together rather than pull apart. Peace always comes at a cost, yet it is a cost that we need to bear together.”

- Bishop of Plymouth, the Rt. Rev'd James Grier
November 9, 2025 at 8:06 AM
"This is a county with a keen sense of the significance of remembering those who have gone before us and through their sacrifice, fortitude and courage enabled us to live in peace."

- Bishop of Exeter, the Rt. Rev'd Dr Mike Harrison
November 9, 2025 at 8:05 AM
“Remembrance Sunday is a day for reflection on all that past generations have given for our freedom. As people of Devon gather in the Cathedral, we will silently thank God for them and pray for the courage to work for peace with justice in our time.”
- Bishop of Crediton, the Rt. Rev'd Moira Astin
November 9, 2025 at 8:04 AM
Devon’s Bishops give thanks for armed forces and highlight peace makers ahead of Remembrance Sunday 2025. Read the full news story on our website: exeter.anglican.org/devons-bishops-give-thanks-for-armed-forces-and-highlight-peace-makers-ahead-of-remembrance-sunday-2025/
November 7, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Join +James Grier and the Safeguarding Team on Tue 18 Nov, 2:30–4pm at St Matt’s, Exeter, to explore safe church engagement with prison leavers who wish to join our worshipping communities. Speakers include James Ridge & Kashmir Garton.
RSVP by 7 Nov: bishops.chaplain@exeter.anglican.org #CofE
November 3, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Over a million people now worship regularly in CofE congregations, marking four years of steady growth. Sunday services, midweek gatherings, and baptisms are rising, especially among adults and teens.
Read about the latest figures & what they mean: www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
November 3, 2025 at 4:19 PM