The Diocese of Chelmsford
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We're the Church of England across Essex and East London, a Christian presence in every community across the area that we serve, sharing the love of God & helping people encounter Christ.
On Wed 30 September, Chelmsford Cathedral will host a special ecumenical service followed by a panel event to celebrate 10 years of A Rocha UK's Eco Church. The service will begin at 5.15pm, followed by light refreshments and an opportunity to meet, chat, share stories and visit stalls. 1/2
Bishop Adam captured some great moments at The Bradwell Pilgrimage & Gathering last month. ✝️ 1/2 #ChelmsDioLife #Community #Faith #Pilgrimage
During August, churches throughout our diocese will be celebrating the 150th anniversary of Mothers' Union. 1/3
This summer's social media campaign from the CofE explores the theme of pilgrimage, and everyone is invited to take part! The task is simple: post about #pilgrimage on your social media channels using the #PilgrimPlaces hashtag and tagging @churchofengland.org 1/3 #Faith #Christianity
This year's Diocesan Lay Ministry Celebration Service took place on 5 July at Chelmsford Cathedral. The service was an opportunity for us to gather as a Diocese and celebrate the variety of Lay Ministries in our places of worship, local communities and schools, across Essex and East London. 1/4
A prayer for the #summer holidays: Lord God, Thank you for all the teachers, assistants, helpers, and volunteers who teach and nurture our children and young people. Thank you for their hard work and dedication. We ask for your blessings on them and pray their summer will be a time of rest. 1/4
The Revd Dr Rachel Pennant, Chaplain to the Bishop of Chelmsford, has recorded our #ChelmsDioSermon for today titled: ‘The Kingdom of heaven is like… baking bread’. Watch here: buff.ly/0nqcHm2 🙏
Weekly Sermon for the eighth Sunday after Trinity with the Revd Dr Rachel Pennant
The Revd Dr Rachel Pennant, Chaplain to the Bishop of Chelmsford, has recorded our weekly sermon for the eighth Sunday after Trinity, Sunday 26 July, titled: ‘The Kingdom of heaven is like… baking…
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“Many visitors to the Cathedral are tourists, or they’re popping in on their lunch break, or they want to light a candle to remember a relative. But many more come with burdens, things going on at home, or something weighing heavy on them from work, or to do with their health." 1/2 #Chaplaincy
Called to Serve is our campaign to help identify and encourage young people (aged 18-32) who might be sensing a call to ministry in the Church of England A series of videos, and other resources have been produced to inform, encourage and inspire young people in our worshipping communities. 1/2
Thank you to everyone who donated to the 2026 Bishop of Chelmsford’s Lent Appeal! Thanks to your generosity, over £11,000 was raised to support the work of the Anglican Development Services of Mt Kenya East (ADSMKE) in our five linked partner dioceses in Kenya. 1/2
The Revd Canon Louise Williams has, subject to the usual legal formalities, been appointed as Residentiary Canon for Learning and Nurture at Chelmsford Cathedral. She will take up the post in October 2026. Read the announcement in full: buff.ly/ClBPKB8
Canon Caroline Harding, our Warden of Readers and Lay Ministry Adviser, has recorded our #ChelmsDioSermon for today titled ‘Can’t tell the weeds from the wheat’. Watch here: buff.ly/KobgMZh 🙏
Weekly Sermon for the seventh Sunday after Trinity with Canon Caroline Harding
Canon Caroline Harding, our Warden of Readers and Lay Ministry Adviser, has recorded our weekly sermon for the seventh Sunday after Trinity, Sunday 19 July, titled ‘Can’t tell the weeds from the…
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Have you been wondering or thinking about Licensed Lay Ministry? Licensed Lay Ministry (LLM) is a rich and varied calling within the life of the Church, offering opportunities to serve, lead, teach, preach, pastor and encourage others in faith. 1/3
