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Resources and Events for Creationtide 2026

First published on: 21st August 2026

Creationtide, or the Season of Creation, is the period in the annual church calendar, from 1 September to 4 October, dedicated to God as Creator and Sustainer of all life.

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Growing Younger networks and forums

First published on: 19th August 2026

Upcoming Growing Younger specialised forums and network meetings for Autumn term 2026.

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A new Confirmation course for young people

First published on: 19th August 2026

Created by Youthscape and funded by the Church of England, Confirmation is a free confirmation course for young people in the Church of England.

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Anti-Slavery Day 2026

First published on: 19th August 2026

This year anti-slavery day falls on Sunday 18th October. The Clewer Initiative invites churches and individuals to take part. To WALK around your community; SEE what is before you and PRAY for the Lord to be at work in that place.

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Modern slavery in rural areas

First published on: 19th August 2026

Modern slavery in rural areas does have some distinctive features, as this blog from The Clewer Initiative explores

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Celebrating with our first Discovering Chaplaincy cohort

First published on: 17th August 2026

Our first cohort of Discovering School Chaplaincy course joined with others involved in schools’ mission and chaplaincy in the Diocese of Ely, for an afternoon of celebration, networking and sharing of ideas.

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Commitment to Caring for Creation at St John's Waterbeach

First published on: 17th August 2026

When a leaking roof needed replacing, St John's Church in Waterbeach saw an opportunity to do more than repair their building and honour their commitment to creation. They created a living green roof that now captures rainwater, supports wildlife and helps keep the church rooms comfortable throughout the year.

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Prison Awareness Course from the Welcome Directory

First published on: 17th August 2026

The Prison Awareness Course helps you to increase your knowledge, understanding and capacity for welcoming prison leavers appropriately. Run over three consecutive Thursdays - 6, 13 and 20 October 2026.

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Prayer for Holme Fen

First published on: 16th August 2026

Today, the Diocese of Ely invites our 304 parishes in Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and Norfolk to pray for those affected by the devastating fires at Holme Fen. We echo the sentiment expressed by our sisters and brothers in the Fen Edge churches that are closest to the fires.

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Exploring Intergenerational in the Yaxley Deanery

First published on: 14th August 2026

This Saturday morning session is an opportunity to come together as a team from your church and explore what it means to be Intergenerational.

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Growing Younger Advent Retreat Morning

First published on: 14th August 2026

The morning is open to all those who minister with children and young people in the Diocese and you are welcome to come by yourself and with your team.

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Youthscape Essentials

First published on: 14th August 2026

Youthscape Essentials is all-round training for anyone involved in, starting out or interested in finding out more about, youth ministry.

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Bring Inter Faith Week into your local school

First published on: 14th August 2026

Inter Faith Week gives young people the opportunity to learn about different faiths and beliefs while exploring what it means to build welcoming communities.

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A good practice guide to new worshipping communities

First published on: 14th August 2026

A guide to inspire and equip churches in growing a flourishing community.

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Catalyst Celebrations

First published on: 13th August 2026

Huge Congratulations to our third Catalyst cohort, pictured here receiving their certificates in May.

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All Saints’ Church, Elm Funding Success

First published on: 12th August 2026

The Parochial Church Council of All Saints' Church, Elm has been awarded a grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to help deliver urgent repairs to the buildings rainwater goods and drainage to help secure the building for the future.

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Diocesan Environmental Policy - A summary guide

First published on: 12th August 2026

This policy calls upon all members of the church as the body of Christ to deepen their own commitment and practice in Caring for Creation as part of their Christian discipleship. It is a core part of the mission and ministry of the Church, contributing to all Five Marks of Mission.

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Save the date for our next Bishop's Study Day

First published on: 12th August 2026

Our next Bishop's Study Day will be on Tuesday 6 October and is open to Clergy, LLMs, ALMs, or anyone with a relevant role in their parish, church or benefice.

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Growing Younger Newsletter - Summer 2026

First published on: 11th August 2026

Read the Summer 2026 edition of our Growing Younger Newsletter to hear about all things Children, Youth and Families, with information on resources, news, training, and opportunities for networking.

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Paediatric First Aid Training Course - Nov 2026

First published on: 11th August 2026

Training for anyone working with children and young people in our churches

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