The Church of England is introducing the Building Management Portal, which will replace the Online Faculty System for applications relating to works on churches, their contents, and churchyards, with a planned release date of 6 October 2026.
Creationtide, or the Season of Creation, is the period in the annual church calendar, from 1 September to 4 October, dedicated to God as Creator and Sustainer of all life.
Upcoming Growing Younger specialised forums and network meetings for Autumn term 2026.
Created by Youthscape and funded by the Church of England, Confirmation is a free confirmation course for young people in the Church of England.
This year anti-slavery day falls on Sunday 18th October. The Clewer Initiative invites churches and individuals to take part. To WALK around your community; SEE what is before you and PRAY for the Lord to be at work in that place.
Modern slavery in rural areas does have some distinctive features, as this blog from The Clewer Initiative explores
Our first cohort of Discovering School Chaplaincy course joined with others involved in schools’ mission and chaplaincy in the Diocese of Ely, for an afternoon of celebration, networking and sharing of ideas.
When a leaking roof needed replacing, St John's Church in Waterbeach saw an opportunity to do more than repair their building and honour their commitment to creation. They created a living green roof that now captures rainwater, supports wildlife and helps keep the church rooms comfortable throughout the year.
The Prison Awareness Course helps you to increase your knowledge, understanding and capacity for welcoming prison leavers appropriately. Run over three consecutive Thursdays - 6, 13 and 20 October 2026.
Today, the Diocese of Ely invites our 304 parishes in Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and Norfolk to pray for those affected by the devastating fires at Holme Fen. We echo the sentiment expressed by our sisters and brothers in the Fen Edge churches that are closest to the fires.
This Saturday morning session is an opportunity to come together as a team from your church and explore what it means to be Intergenerational.
The morning is open to all those who minister with children and young people in the Diocese and you are welcome to come by yourself and with your team.
Inter Faith Week gives young people the opportunity to learn about different faiths and beliefs while exploring what it means to build welcoming communities.
A guide to inspire and equip churches in growing a flourishing community.
Huge Congratulations to our third Catalyst cohort, pictured here receiving their certificates in May.
The Parochial Church Council of All Saints' Church, Elm has been awarded a grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to help deliver urgent repairs to the buildings rainwater goods and drainage to help secure the building for the future.
This policy calls upon all members of the church as the body of Christ to deepen their own commitment and practice in Caring for Creation as part of their Christian discipleship. It is a core part of the mission and ministry of the Church, contributing to all Five Marks of Mission.
Our next Bishop's Study Day will be on Tuesday 6 October and is open to Clergy, LLMs, ALMs, or anyone with a relevant role in their parish, church or benefice.
Read the Summer 2026 edition of our Growing Younger Newsletter to hear about all things Children, Youth and Families, with information on resources, news, training, and opportunities for networking.
Training for anyone working with children and young people in our churches
