Faith Stories - Cross of St Piran

Cross of St Piran 2017: Anne Lawrence

“Sometimes I think we’ve all become a bit insular, thinking about what we need rather than what might be needed by others.”   These are particularly poignant words from Anne […]

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Cross of St Piran 2017: Amy Cloake

“Being Cornish, St Piran is really special – so this award means more to me than if it came from the queen!”   Amy is retiring after serving on the […]

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Cross of St Piran 2017: Dawn White

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”                                      […]

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Cross of St Piran 2017: Sheila Gluyas

“I don’t think I could live without my religion. I don’t think I could live without God!”   Sheila, who had very recently come home from hospital after suffering with […]

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Cross of St Piran 2017: Susan Godolphin

“God didn’t nudge me into working for Him, he pushed me!” says Susan on giving up her job to work full time, voluntarily, for the church because, “God doesn’t do […]

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Cross of St Piran 2017: Terry Hodge

Delivering a speech to a packed-out Royal Albert Hall would test the nerves of the bravest of us, but Terry said, “I wrote it, practiced it and prayer about it, […]

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Cross of St Piran 2017: David and Jan Townend

A trip to Tanzania proved a life-changing experience, not just for teachers David and Jan Townend, but also for the countless numbers of individuals their work has since helped.   […]

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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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Safeguarding

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