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New ecumenical grant

A new fund which will help young adults (aged 18 to 35) to experience ecumenism outside England is now open for applications. Their experience can be study, pilgrimage, volunteering or any activity that promotes church unity. The ‘Bill Snelson Young Ecumenists’ Fund’ has been set up by Churches Together in England and the Snelson family … Read more

JustMoney National Conference 2023

JustMoney National Conference 2023 Saturday, November 18 St Barnabas Church Centre and Cafe and Conference Centre 152 – 156 High Street Birmingham B23 6SY Come and join with other JustMoney Movement supporters and campaigners as we explore how money can build a fairer, greener future – focusing this year on the role of money in tackling poverty and … Read more

Christianity – an online encyclopedia

From Churches Together in England  Cherry Hamilton, Communications Manager from the website Christianity.org.uk, asks: Do you find evangelism difficult? Let us help you! Christianity.org.uk is an online encyclopedia of what Christians believe – from Jesus to faith, love, death, sex, suffering and enjoying life to the full. We reflect the breadth of belief of the Churches Together in England … Read more

Celebrate God’s Gifts on Disability Awareness Sunday, 17 September 2023

A photo of the 'roof tile' display, at Upton Vale Baptist Church service in 2022, with rooftiles being removed by two ladies are to reveal the words ‘Welcoming, Accessible’.

Celebrate God’s Gifts on Disability Awareness Sunday, 17 September 2023 Christian disability inclusion charity ‘Through the Roof’ is offering free resources for Disability Awareness Sunday on the 17th September 2023 (or a day of your choice). All churches are invited to celebrate the unique gifts God gives to each one of us – including disabled … Read more

Education Sunday

Education Sunday is a national day of prayer and celebration for everyone in the world of education. The theme for 2023 is “The armour of light”. This year’s readings from the Revised Common Lectionary are: Exodus 12.1-14 Psalm 149 Romans 13. 8-14 Matthew 18. 15-20 Resources now available – Education Sunday 2023 – Churches Together … Read more

Windrush 75 Service

A ‘Windrush 75’ Service of Thanksgiving and Celebration will take place on Sunday 25 June to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the arrival at Tilbury Docks of the first post-war Caribbean workers on HMT Empire Windrush on 22 June 1948. The service will run from 4.45pm to 7.00pm at The New Testament Church of God, … Read more

Ecumenical voices at the Coronation

From Churches Together in England Christian leaders from across the traditions will give a blessing to King Charles III in the ceremony on 6 May 2023. For the first time, leaders representing many of our national Member Churches will play an active role in the monarch’s coronation. CTE Presidents Cardinal Vincent Nichols, Archbishop Nikitas and … Read more

Racial Justice and Finding Homes (Home for Good)

At Home for Good, we believe that every child is created with intrinsic worth, full of potential and passion, and deserves a stable place to call home with people around them who will support, care for and journey with them. Sadly, black children are disproportionately represented in our care system. They are among those who … Read more

Love the stranger

In response to the Government’s ‘Illegal Migration Bill,’ the Department for International Affairs of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales has released a new publication, ‘Love the stranger.’ In 2023, the people who make the dangerous journey across the English Channel to reach the UK are called by various names: ‘refugees’, ‘asylum seekers’, … Read more

CTE Presidents call for a period of prayer leading up to the Coronation

Presidents of Churches Together in England have today issued a statement encouraging Christians to join in daily prayers for the King and the nation. They said: “The forthcoming Coronation of King Charles III is a moment of great importance and joy for this nation. As Presidents of CTE, we invite Christians from all traditions to … Read more