News

Equality, diversity, inclusion and justice
This month, the diocese’s Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Justice (EDIJ) board met to continue their planning work to support us all in this important area. The group was formed in […]

General Synod safeguarding vote
We are pleased that General Synod has overwhelmingly approved (392 for, 6 abstentions, 9 against) the introduction of independent scrutiny and oversight of safeguarding at every level of the church, and […]

Keeping our diocese safe
With much focus on safeguarding in the Church of England and General Synod voting on independent safeguarding this week, we take a look at the work being done in our […]

Growing links between Church, school & home
An initiative to boost connections between church, school, and home is starting to take off in our diocese with the creation of the first Growing Faith Learning Hub in West […]

50 join children & young people network event
Over 50 people from across our diocese gathered in Truro to connect, share stories and help shape the diocese’s work in the important area of children and young people. The […]

Hope in the storm
Bishop Hugh Nelson’s Presidential Address to Diocesan Synod on February 1, 2025 You all know the story of Jesus and the storm. How he gets into a boat with his […]

Conference: Challenging the Myths – Domestic Violence
The third annual diocesan Safeguarding Conference takes place on February 24 at Truro Cathedral. This year’s theme is Challenging the Myths: Domestic Violence and seeks to challenge and explore the […]

Opportunities to influence the future of our diocese
Vacancy in See Committee Our previous Vacancy in See Committee did tremendous work towards the appointment of our new Bishop. Now the members must stand down (as are the rules) […]

Growing a church in a care home
While the Covid pandemic may be five years ago now, the impact of it is still being felt in many communities. In Looe Valley Benefice, the repercussions of that time […]

Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme extended for one year
The Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme (LPWGS) has been extended for one year and capped at £23 million. Under the extended scheme, individual places of worship are eligible for a […]