by Sara Black | Mar 9, 2023 | Uncategorized
It is with great sadness that I must inform you that Linda Barrett died on the evening of Monday 6th March at St Jospeh’s Hospice. Linda was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year but unfortunately the cancer was far more aggressive than had been anticipated and...
by Sara Black | Mar 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
It is with great sadness that I report the passing of Revd. Canon Ian Harper after a short illness. Ian was Vicar of St. Luke Homerton from 2000-2010 and Area Dean from 2004-2009 before moving to Birmingham as Vicar of St. John & St. Peter Ladywood and later was...
by Sara Black | Mar 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
As you will be aware, General Synod debated Living in Love and Faith in January and, as a result, is working towards providing final versions of Prayers of Love and Faith which clergy may use at significant moments with couples in church. You can find the most recent...
by Sara Black | Feb 18, 2023 | Uncategorized
Please remember when letting your hall or church premises that you must ensure that organizations that use your space have strong safeguarding policies and practices. You will want to be assured that those working and volunteering in the organization have adequate DBS...
by Sara Black | Feb 18, 2023 | Uncategorized
Bishop Joanne, is to be the Church of England’s new lead safeguarding bishop, taking over from Bishop Jonathan Gibbs who leaves the role at the end of March, when his three-year term ends. Bishop Joanne, who will attend the House of Bishops, will work closely with the...
by Sara Black | Feb 18, 2023 | Uncategorized
The London Churches Refugee Fund is delighted to offer prayers and reflections for the season of Lent 2023. The five reflections relate to the lectionary readings set for each of the five Sundays in Lent, but they can be used at any time that works for you! You are...