New Dean of Leadership and Church Growth to support diocesan vision
The Bishop of Salisbury is pleased to announce the appointment of the Revd Canon Andy Perry as the new Dean of Leadership and Church Growth for the Diocese of Salisbury.
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Rise in number of people embarking on a journey of Christian faith
39 people were confirmed at Salisbury Cathedral last weekend by the Bishop of Salisbury, Rt Revd Stephen Lake, assisted by the Bishop of Ramsbury. Rt Revd Andrew Rumsey. 2025 has already seen 5% more people being confirmed across the Diocese of Salisbury than during the whole of 2024.
LGBTQIA+ Chaplaincy response to House of Bishops Statement
The LGBTQIA+ Chaplaincy of the Diocese of Salisbury offer their solidarity and support to the LGBTQIA+ community, their family and friends, following the House of Bishops update on the Church of England’s Living in Love and Faith process.
Giving the fallen their names
What started as a simple gesture to discover the first names of servicemen from WWI and WWII who did not return to their village transformed into a 16-year labour of love for one woman from Dorset.
Six people recipients of Cross of St Aldhelm in its 20th year
In the 20th year since its inauguration, six people from across the Diocese of Salisbury have been awarded the Cross of St Aldhelm by the Bishop of Salisbury, Rt Revd Stephen Lake, at a service in Salisbury Cathedral on Sunday 26 October.
Changes for DBS checks for PCC members
As we are moving to the new systems we have reviewed our current processes and there will be some changes in levels of checks advised for some roles. With updated guidance we are now advising that all PCC members are required to complete a DBS check to the level of Enhanced Child and Adult (but without barred lists).
What does it mean to belong? Stories of movement and belonging
Seven people share their personal stories of movement – and what it means to them to belong.
Young people flock to Salisbury church initiative
A powerful new cross-church initiative is capturing the hearts of young people across Salisbury, with three churches from different denominations uniting to run Youth Alpha Salisbury for young people aged 10-18 where they can explore life’s big questions, develop leadership skills and build lasting community.
Charity tractor run raises £1550
A charity tractor run has raised £1550 for the church and Dementia Society.
New Archbishop of Canterbury, Bishop Sarah Mullally
The Diocese of Salisbury has welcomed today’s announcement of the appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury.