Diocesan Growth Strategy launched
The Diocese of Chichester has unveiled an ambitious ten-year growth strategy aimed at renewing church life and strengthening Christian witness across Sussex. Read more by clicking on the link below:
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Easter Confirmation at Chichester Cathedral 4 April 2026
Bishop Martin will be baptising and confirming candidates at the Easter Vigil on the evening of Holy Saturday: 4 April 2026.
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Join us on Racial Justice Sunday 8th February
The Diocese will support this event in churches and the Cathedral. Liturgical resources are now available via Churches Together in Ireland. Click the link below to read more:
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Diocesan Lent Course
The Diocesan Lent Course this year marks the beginning of a four-year journey through the Gospels. Together, we’ll explore the distinctive ‘portrait’ of Christ that each Gospel writer presents. We begin this Lent with the Gospel according to Matthew—discover how you can be encouraged and equipped to live out the Mystery of Faith.
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The Reconciliation of a Penitent (Sacramental Confession)
The Diocese of Chichester is participating in a House of Bishops pilot, which will regulate the Confessional and so ensure that it is a safe place for all. Find out more by following the read more link:
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New Inspiring Faith resources
Bishop Martin introduces Inspiring Faith - a new, on-line resource for sharing your faith.
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Clergy Ministerial Education Programme
As part of our Clergy Ministerial Education programme, the Diocese offers a rich range of training opportunities throughout the year.
On Wednesday 29 January - Morning: Introduction to the Climate Crisis and Carbon Literacy with Rev Buff Stone. Afternoon: Eco-Trauma and the Wounds of Christ with Rev Jules Middleton.
Discover how faith and creation care connect in these thought-provoking sessions.
View the full brochure — with training dates through to September here:
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Vocations Day 26th April
God is calling men and women to serve in his church as ordained ministers, to go on a lifelong adventure of service to Christ and his church. Is he also calling you, or someone you know, to consider ordained ministry?
Join Bishop Ruth and guests, as we take time to explore the potential of God’s call and what the journey towards ordination can look like in the Diocese of Chichester.
To book, please click on the 'Read more' link below:
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Order of St Richard nominations
The Order of St Richard nominations closing date is April 2nd. Nomination forms can be found here:
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