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Local is where ‘we belong to be’
The topic of Local Ministry made for an engaging discussion at Diocesan Synod. Local Ministry, or Focal Ministry as it is called in some places, involves an identified local minister, […]

The work and ministry of Churchwardens
The role of Churchwarden was considered at Diocesan Synod on Saturday following a request from the Trigg Minor and Bodmin Deanery Synod. Three Churchwardens and a PCC Secretary from Lanlivet, […]

Statement of Needs published in search for next Bishop of Truro
The Vacancy in See Committee of the Diocese of Truro has published its Statement of Needs, which will help to shape the process of appointing the next Bishop of Truro. […]

Service marks first National Fishing Remembrance Day
The people of Looe came out in force on Sunday to mark the first ever National Fishing Remembrance Day. The day was marked nationally with people across 21 fishing ports […]

Bishop Hugh visits school to meet service children
Earth worms and Little Troopers were the main topics of discussion when Bishop Hugh Nelson visited King Charles School in Falmouth this week. There was a warm welcome in every […]

Deans of Area
As many people know, the position of Rural Dean is carried out by parish clergy who already have demanding roles. For many years, Rural Deans have been highlighting the need […]

Diocesan first: Two churches receive Eco Church Gold
Two churches in the Diocese of Truro have been awarded Gold Eco Church Awards, two of less than 50 nationally to receive the prestigious accolade. St Mary’s Church in Bradoc […]

Safeguarding team give anti-social behaviour training to volunteers
Safeguarding is everybody’s responsibility and volunteers are just as important as anyone else in ensuring that our churches are safe sacred spaces. To help with that, the diocesan safeguarding team […]

Truro Cathedral bustling with Big World Fair
Truro Cathedral was bustling for the Big World Fair held in April, with those attending accompanied inside by a Samba band. Organised by the Diocese of Truro’s International Links Committee, […]

Safeguarding training figures rise
Thank you to everyone who has undertaken Safeguarding training in the last few months. At the end of 2023, training compliance for some parish roles were much lower than they […]