Very sadly, at the conclusion of a lengthy process of discernment, culminating in two days of interviews on 11 and 12 July, the Crown Nominations Commission considering the nomination of the next Bishop of Ely has not been able reach the level of consensus required to nominate a new Diocesan Bishop.
Professional choral quartet Sonare are inviting new parishes to work with them alongside those with whom they are already developing a great relationship to bring top-quality music into the heart of your community.
Our Education team put on a fabulous afternoon tea party in the Bishop's garden for Headteachers, Governors and EDRAs from our Diocese of Ely schools.
The annual Flower Festival in All Saints Church, Grafham and the Bioblitz in the churchyard were held over the weekend of 8-9 June.
Photographs from our Petertide ordination services, which took place at Ely Cathedral on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 June 2024.
Visitors can look forward to a historical extravaganza which includes fighting knights in the churchyard, have-a-go archery, medieval storytelling and puppet shows, circus skills and heritage craft demos, as well as representation for local history societies and over 35 craft stalls. The event is free to enter, and everyone is welcome.
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 2023 has now been published.
We are grateful to Ecclesiastical Insurance for supporting the production of the 2024 Archdeacons' Visitation News, which is now available to download.
A unique opportunity to be refreshed, learn more about prayer and to reflect on our spiritual wellbeing.
Our new Deacons, to be ordained by the Bishop of Huntingdon on Sunday 30 June at 10.30am at Ely Cathedral
To coincide with the recently-declared general election campaign, The Children's Society has joined with the other major UK children's charities in a campaign - to make sure the next government has a plan to make decisions for babies, children and young people - with children at the table.
Come and meet with the Safeguarding Team - either in person or virtually - to discuss any areas of Safeguarding for which you feel you need support, advice or further information.
Pray Your Part is an invitation from the bishops of the Church of England to encourage prayer and participation in the life of our nation and communities, both as voters and as citizens.
The Rev'd Andrew Birks, Vicar of Melbourn and Meldreth, ran over 123 miles during April 2024 in aid of Magpas.
The scheme now allows donors to use the online service, people can simply visit parishgiving.org.uk, find their church and follow a few simple steps to set up a donation securely.
Ruth Bond OBE was presented with a plaque and cards to commemorate her first 25 years as an Licensed Lay Ministry (LLM)..
There are several opportunities coming up for Self-supporting ordained ministers (SSOMs) working in the Diocese of Ely, including a social evening, retreat day and collaborative ministry training session.
Celebrations have begun after the final tiles were laid in the new toilet and kitchen in St Mary's church. The Aisle project, which included other improvements to make a flexible community space, has been a long journey. The revitalised facilities will make the space more open and accessible so the local community can come together.
Here's a full progress report on the National Burial Ground Survey (NBGS) project within the Diocese of Ely.
Many of you will currently be enjoying the spring flowers in your churchyard - which means it's time to start thinking about grass cutting!
