Faith Stories

Andrew’s Story

My name is Andrew.  I am a retired GP from Lancashire who moved to St Ives in 2011. I grew up in an agnostic family, but went to an independent […]

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Alex’s Story

Alex is a local worship leader at St Martin’s church and has been a member of the congregation for over 30 years. “It was 1991. I had committed myself to […]

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Val’s Story

“Believing in God adds a depth, a purity and an honesty to the meaning of life for me. We not only have the most loving and caring Heavenly Father in […]

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Tony’s Story

Revd Tony Ingleby is priest-in-charge of the Liskeard and St Keyne Church of England parishes. After many years’ in the ministry, Tony will be joining the ranks of the happily […]

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Full List of 2016 nominees

    Carol Baker You have been nominated by the Bishop’s Staff after a nomination from a Lay Worship Leader within the Stratton Deanery.  I understand that you have been […]

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Malcolm’s Story

Reader Malcolm Henderson from Kea Church has been nominated for a Cross of St Piran Award in recognition of his significant contribution to life at Kea Church over the past […]

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Martin’s Story

‘A team effort’ is how Martin Edwards from Rosevine, near Portscatho, sees his selection for a Cross of St Piran Award from the Bishop of Truro. Martin was amazed when […]

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Mary’s Story

Having been described as a ‘saint’ by those nominating her, it is no surprise that Mary Holifield from Probus near Truro is one of 25 people who will receive the […]

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Carol’s Story

Carol Baker has been playing the church organ within the Boyton Benefice faithfully for nearly 60 years and has rarely missed a Sunday service. She was nominated by a Local […]

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Geoffrey’s Story

Geoffrey Maynard from Falmouth All Saints Church was among 25 people receiving a Cross of St Piran Award this year. Nominated for the award by Father Stephen Drakely via Carnmarth South […]

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Safeguarding

Ensuring that children and young people as well as adults are kept safe whilst in our care is an integral part of our diocese life.