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Hear from Bishop Philip at Diocesan Roadshows in March, April and July
The diocesan roadshows will be taking place during March and April – plus one in July. For many it will be their first opportunity to meet Bishop Philip, to hear […]
Important changes to Episcopal College: announcement from Bishop Philip
It was my pleasure on joining the diocese to find such a cohesive and effective Episcopal College in place, marked by good, strong and supportive relationships. That’s a great gift […]
A funeral for Terry filled with mourners who’d never met him
I’ve never been to a funeral for someone I didn’t know. But, like many others across Cornwall, I responded to the plea from Revd Caspar Bush to go to Terry […]
Young people, pressure and how a college chaplain can make a difference
Young people are under enormous pressure from all directions. Exams and the narrowing pathways to achieve them; sexuality and the confusing pressure to conform; how to look, how to behave […]
Cathedral full for celebration of Lay Ministry
Truro Cathedral was filled to capacity on Saturday for the Service of Celebration of Lay Ministry. Over 200 Local Pastoral Workers and Local Worship Leaders were joined by family, church […]
Transformation Cornwall – does Cornwall need transforming?
Transformation Cornwall…Why would anyone want to transform Cornwall? It’s beautiful isn’t it? With its gorgeous coastlines, picturesque villages and amusing characters – just like in the TV programmes. Sadly, its […]
Local Pastoral Ministers – the hidden frontline
Local Pastoral Ministers (LPMs) are a unique group of people quietly enriching our county by loving their neighbours with care and compassion. Offering tremendous support to the pastoral work of […]
Service to celebrate Lay Ministry this weekend
Saturday will see over 200 Local Worship Leaders and Local Pastoral Ministers gather at Truro Cathedral for a service to celebrate Lay Ministry. The 220 Local Pastoral Ministers and Local […]
Looking forward to bringing hope to people
A wish to bring a little sunshine into people’s lives is what motivated Liz Hargreaves and Carole Willoughby to sign up for a Local Pastoral Ministry course. Liz and Carole, […]
Bishop Philip goes back to school for the day
Bishop Philip yesterday (Monday, 28.1.19) made his first formal visits to church schools in the diocese. He called first on Ladock CofE Primary School, where he met with many of […]