News - Diocese of Ely

Diocese of Ely Annual Report 2022 - Now Available

First published on: 15th June 2023

Each year, the Diocese of Ely produces an Annual Report that summarises the work of the Ely Diocesan Board of Finance and wider Diocese. The Report covering the activities of 2022 has now been published.

Nominations open for the National Church Awards

First published on: 12th June 2023

Nominations have officially opened, with churches across the UK now able to enter for awards in architecture, volunteering, tourism and so much more.

Petertide Ordinations 2023 - Ely Cathedral

First published on: 12th June 2023

Meet our new Priests (to be Ordained on Saturday 1 July at 5pm) and our new Deacons (to be Ordained on Sunday 2 July at 10.30am).

Resources for National Volunteers Week

First published on: 8th June 2023

New video resources are available from the Church of England, sharing words of wisdom, encouragement, top tips and examples of culture change in the way volunteers are thought about, recruited and supported.

40 years of the Wildlife Trust's Churchyard Conservation Award

First published on: 8th June 2023

However big or small, urban or rural your churchyard is it will have value for local wildlife. Read on to find out more info on the Cambridgeshire Wildlife Trust's Churchyard Conservation Award Scheme

Bishop's Advisor for Racial Justice: Revd Richard Darmody

First published on: 8th June 2023

The Revd Richard Darmody has been appointed as Interim Bishop's Advisor for Racial Justice.

Generosity Week 2023

First published on: 8th June 2023

Generosity Week runs from September 24th-October 1st. Read more about what's planned and how you can take part.

Tower Restoration at Woodditton Church

First published on: 7th June 2023

Woodditton Church Restoration work.

Bishop's Advisor for Climate: Revd David Newton

First published on: 7th June 2023

The Revd David Newton has been appointed as a Bishop's Advisor for Climate.

Bishop's Advisor for Climate: Revd Imogen Nay

First published on: 7th June 2023

The Revd Imogen Nay has been appointed as a Bishop's Advisor for Climate.

A new Director for Ministry has been announced by the Church of England

First published on: 6th June 2023

The Church of England has appointed Rev Canon Nick McKee as its new National Director for Ministry.

Retired Clergy RIP Notices

First published on: 5th June 2023

Recent Retired Clergy RIP Notices added to the Diocesan website include that of Canon Peter Hill and Rev Gareth Morgan.

Sports Ministry

First published on: 2nd June 2023

The Revd Danny Driver, Vicar of Holy Cross Benefice in Cambridge tells us of the transformational power of using Sport to build relationships with young people and children.

Church Heritage Diocesan Newsletter - June 2023

First published on: 1st June 2023

We're delighted to release the latest Church Heritage Diocesan Newsletter.

Make Lunch Linton

First published on: 31st May 2023

Volunteers at St Mary's Church in Linton have teamed up with national Christian charity Transforming Lives for Good to make lunch

Admission of Churchwardens

First published on: 31st May 2023

Our annual events for the Admission of Churchwardens are taking place around the Diocese over the next few weeks

Ministry Experience Scheme

First published on: 31st May 2023

Our Ministry Experience Scheme for young people aged 18-30 explained in detail

Growing as a Disciple

First published on: 30th May 2023

This ten session course is about deepening your personal faith, and raising your awareness of how God might be calling you to contribute your abilities and time to your churches and communities.

Bishop's Study Day

First published on: 30th May 2023

The July Bishop's Study Day focuses on Canon Law and their place within the life of the church

Explorer's Evening

First published on: 30th May 2023

Come along to meet the Mission and Ministry team, ask any questions you may have, and explore the possibilities of lay ministry.