Fundraising in rural parishes
First published on: 3rd February 2022As part of its fundraising hub for churches, Ecclesiastical has recently launched fundraising tips and guidance for rural churches with small congregations and few volunteers.
News
The Commissioning of the Ministry Team and License of Sandra Gardner in Wisbech
First published on: 3rd February 2022Bishop Dagmar has commissioned the Ministry Team and Licensed Sandra Gardner in Wisbech St Mary Parish Church to be Priest-in-Charge of Gorefield, Southea with Parson Drove and Murrow & Wisbech St Mary with Guyhirn.
Fire at St Mary the Virgin Church, Beachamwell
First published on: 3rd February 2022The Diocese of Ely is deeply saddened by the news of the fire at St Mary the Virgin Church, Beachamwell. Our prayers are now with the local community and those that loved and cared for this glorious place of worship and prayer.
St Peter's Church upgrades and modernises facilities
First published on: 28th January 2022They are currently nearing completion on a major project to upgrade and modernise their facilities, including a new servery, upper room space and more toilets.
Departure from the Church Buildings and Pastoral Team
First published on: 26th January 2022A farewell to Sue Dickinson who retires on 11 February - and who in the Church Buildings team to now contact.
The Venerable Hugh McCurdy to step down as Archdeacon of Huntingdon and Wisbech
First published on: 25th January 2022Hugh's last day as Archdeacon of Huntingdon and Wisbech will be on the 18 April 2022, after 17 years in the role.
For Worship & Glory II
First published on: 25th January 2022A special exhibition of ecclesiastical works from the Collection of the Royal School of Needlework, alongside contemporary fashion pieces from the RSN's Degree programme.
Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme Extended
First published on: 20th January 2022The Government has confirmed that the LPWGS will be extended until the 31 March 2025. This three-year continuation is very good news and should enable for longer-term planning for projects.
Clergy wellbeing during pandemic analysed in new report
First published on: 14th January 2022A new report detailing how clergy have fared in the Covid pandemic has been published as part of the latest findings from the Church of England's Living Ministry research programme.
The Etheldreda Medal Award - Nominations Open
First published on: 7th January 2022Every other year, the Bishop of Ely awards The Etheldreda Medal to people across the Diocese whose service to the community (which might be as ‘local' as their extended family but could be as extensive as a national or international concern) is both ‘generous' and ‘outstanding'. Find out more here.
Diocese of Ely Eco-Plan for Parishes
First published on: 6th January 2022The Ely Diocese Eco-Plan has been drawn up by members of the Diocesan Environmental Task Group (DETG) and is offered for use to parishes.
Parochial fees 2022
First published on: 6th January 2022Parochial Fees and Forms (to be used for all fees incurred after 1st January 2022) have now been published.
Webinars on getting to net zero carbon
First published on: 4th January 2022The Church of England Environment Programme provides a series of webinars designed to support and equip you to reach the Church's ambitious "net zero carbon" emissions target; everything from forming your team to putting solar panels on your roof, and including low cost 'housekeeping' actions which can pay back quickly.
A Church Near You
First published on: 4th January 2022A Church Near You is the Church of England's church-finder tool. But it is also a place where your church can manage its online presence and use it as your website.
Clergy Living in Parsonage Houses
First published on: 20th December 2021A reminder of where to find information.
Lent 2022 - Baggage and Treasures
First published on: 17th December 2021The Diocese of Ely Lent course for Lent 2022 - Baggage and Treasures - is available now!
Cambridgeshire Historic Churches Trust says....
First published on: 14th December 2021Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
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First published on: 7th December 2021If not, you might want to think about it.
Keep up to date with what is happening
First published on: 7th December 2021and submit your own parish events with the Diocesan website events calendar
