General Synod Elections 2026
This summer, elections will take place for the next General Synod, the Church’s national assembly, bringing together members from across the country to make decisions about the Church’s life and work.
Creationtide 2026
This season is dedicated to prayer, reflection and action for the care of God’s creation. Find resources and reflections from the Church of England and other Christian groups.
Training Calendar 2026
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Welcome to the Diocese of Salisbury
We are a Christian community of churches, schools and chaplaincies serving one million people, stretching over 2000 square miles, from North Wiltshire to the Jurassic Coast and Channel Islands.
Our impact throughout 2025
The Diocesan Board of Finance supports churches and communities across 2000 square miles, in 460 parishes, 612 churches – working together to Make Jesus Known
From 155 volunteers celebrated to 13 new Mission hubs, from £779,828 in contactless giving to an inspiring national conference on Gypsy, Roma, Traveller communities and the Church, 2025 continued to show what it means to make Jesus known in our diocese.
Championing Climate Action
Our climate action work draws on the Growing Faith approach of working with young people
Communications
The communications team (as part of the wider Engagement and Fundraising team) works
Events, Training and Learning
We have launched a new learning platform, Diocese of Salisbury Learning Hub. You can access the site by clicking ‘Book…
Quick Links
Cycle of Prayer
Cycle of Prayer 28 September- 4 October 2026
Latest News
New Licensed Lay Ministers!
Ride + Stride and Heritage Open Days celebration
Clergy Discipline complaints against Bishop of Salisbury
Longest-playing Dorset organist
A journey through time: Bremhill’s everyday histories
Taking it in her stride: Bishop Karen’s 20-church Poole walking challenge
The Venerable Matthew Trick appointed as next Dean of Guernsey
Saying farewell to the Very Reverend Tim Barker
Good Shepherd – good stewards!
