Faith Stories - Cross of St Piran

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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Kathryn’s Story

Among those picking up the Cross of St Piran award at St Piran’s Church in Perranuthnoe this year was Kathryn Hill from Polruan who was nominated by West Wivelshire Deanery […]

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Ann’s Story

The Chairman of Cornwall Council will receive a Cross of St Piran Award from the Bishop of Truro after being nominated for her work in the Diocese of Truro over […]

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Bill’s Story

Learning he will receive a Cross of St Piran Award, Bill Nimmo from Trebetherick says he is hoping the Bishop of Truro doesn’t stick too closely to the legend as […]

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Ernest’s Story

A retired teacher from Penzance is among 26 people received the Cross of St Piran from the Bishop of Truro in March in recognition of his work in the church and […]

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Moira’s Story

Well known St Merryn resident Moira Gill was chosen as one of 25 people to receive a Cross of St Piran Award from the Bishop of Truro. Describing the news as […]

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Verna’s Story

The East Lizard Helpline has been running for 22 years and Verna Tripconey has been there from the beginning. Verna, from Ponsongath near Coverack, is one of two co-ordinators who […]

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Mary & Sandra’s Story

  Mary Judson from Bude and Sandra Huffer from Poughill were both nominated for Cross of St Piran Awards in 2015 for their work in the deanery and their commitment […]

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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.