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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General Synod Elections
Closing date for nominations has now passed. Voting will open on Monday 21 September. In addition to appearing on Civica's voting website where electors will cast their votes, candidates' electoral statements will also be published on the diocesan website. These will be available by 11 September.
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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- bookings now open
Black History in Church Spaces - Black History Month in the Diocese will open with an exhibition at St Luke's Prestonville and close with a commemorative service at St Mary’s Slindon and the unveiling and blessing of an interpretative plaque in St Mary Madehurst. 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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Clergy wellbeing retreat
Time to step back from parish demands for a day to reflect and rest.
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