In May, Sara Hunter, a clergy spouse in Stepney Area, started a new role within the Diocese of London as Clergy Household Support Officer. Sara is adding to the work that Louie Thorpe and others have been doing to try and improve the support offered to clergy spouses...

An introduction by Tamsin Merchant, Area Dean of Islington

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

“Surround me with Songs of deliverance”

Belonging in, praying for, and caring for people and parishes in Stepney Area is the core of Bishop Joanne’s role. She is also the lead bishop for safeguarding on behalf of Bishop Sarah, supports the work of the Compassionate Communities team, and, with Monica Bolley,...