General Synod Elections
Candidate Statements are now available to view here, in addition to appearing on Civica's voting website where electors will cast their votes.
Monday 12th October - postal vote closes
Tuesday 13th October - voting by using elections portal closes
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Faith in Sussex issue 42 Autumn/Winter
We hope you will enjoy reading the latest collection of news, features, interviews and profiles as we celebrate the diversity of the household of faith across the diocese of Chichester - with an introduction by Bishop Will.
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Help shape the profile of the next Bishop
As part of the national consultation process, Stephen Knott (the Archbishops’ Secretary for Appointments) and Jonathan Hellewell (the Prime Minister’s Appointments Secretary) are seeking views from across the Diocese of Chichester to help shape the profile of the next Bishop.
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Building Management Portal important update
The Church of England is introducing the Building Management Portal, which will replace the Online Faculty System for applications relating to works on churches, their contents, and churchyards, with a planned release date of 6 October 2026.
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Hope for all Creation Conference - Burgess Hill
An inspirational, interactive and practical conference to help you and your church on your creation care journey.
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Black History Month- please book now
Black History in Church Spaces - Black History Month in the Diocese opens with a special exhibition at St Luke’s, Prestonville, featuring talks from historians and local experts, and closes with a commemorative service at St Mary’s, Slindon, followed by the unveiling and blessing of a new interpretive plaque at St Mary Magdalene, Madehurst.
Be part of this landmark series of events – find out more and book your tickets here:
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Is authorised lay ministry for you? Applications closing soon
Places for the September 2026 Authorised Lay Ministry (ALM) intake are filling quickly! If you feel called to serve your parish and enrich local church life, apply before the 12 August 2026 deadline.
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