The prayer focus for this coming week (11 - 17 October) is on the diocesan vision of Living God's Love through 'making new disciples', with a particular focus on 'For children who share their faith' and parishes within the Deanery of Sharnbrook.

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What does a Religion and Worldviews approach mean for schools today?

This question was at the heart of the Diocesan Headteachers' Conference last week, where school leaders came together to learn and share ideas.

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The Alban Way's UK pilgrimage begins tomorrow. Over the coming days, young adults and leaders will travel in the footsteps of saints such as Aidan and Cuthbert, spending time in prayer, worship and reflection.

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The prayer focus for this coming week (4 - 10 October) is on the diocesan vision of Living God's Love through 'going deeper into God', with a particular focus on 'Church Choirs, Organists and Musicians ' and parishes within the Deanery of Sharnbrook.

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Well done to the The Alban Way 2026 pilgrims, who have returned from the Camino de Santiago after walking 106km from Ferrol to Santiago.

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We look forward to sharing more about those taking part in the UK pilgrimage to Lindisfarne next week.

A pilgrimage close to home 🚶‍♂️🙏

Pilgrims from St Mark's Church, Hitchin, recently spent a day walking, praying and reflecting together while exploring Hertfordshire's historic churches.

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Congratulations to the six new Readers licensed at St Albans Cathedral on Sunday.

The annual Reader Licensing Service celebrated the vital contribution Readers make through preaching, teaching, leading worship and supporting mission across our Diocese.

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📣 Deadline extended!

Churchwardens, treasurers, clergy and PCC members now have until Thursday 1 October to sign up for Cornerstone, a practical programme to help churches grow generosity, build financial sustainability and support future mission.

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The prayer focus for this coming week (27 September - 3 October) is on the diocesan vision of Living God's Love through 'transforming communities', with a particular focus on 'the work of the Probation Service' and parishes within the Deanery of Sharnbrook.

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This Sunday is Disability Awareness Sunday. In a new blog, Charli Conway reflects on what genuine inclusion looks like in our churches and why disabled people are an indispensable part of the Body of Christ.

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Black History Month starts next week.

Throughout October, we'll be sharing stories from people across our churches and communities, highlighting their experiences, faith and hopes as we explore the theme: Many Stories. One Hope.

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A special Back to School Sunday service at St Andrew's Church, Watford helped children, families and teachers begin the new academic year with prayer, encouragement and a reminder that they are supported by their church community.

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This Sunday, 27 September at 4pm, we will gather at St Albans Cathedral for our annual Reader Celebration Service, giving thanks for Readers and their ministry across our churches and communities.

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A day of joy, welcome and new beginnings. More than 1,500 people gathered at St Albans Cathedral, with a further 4,000 joining online, as Bishop Andrew was installed as the 11th Bishop of St Albans on Saturday 19 September.

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This Week, eight of our young adults on The Alban Way embark on their pilgrimage walking The Camino De Santiago. 113km across six days in super sunny Spain!☀️

Please pray for them as they journey together. 🙏
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The prayer focus for this coming week (20 - 26 September) is on the diocesan vision of Living God's Love through 'making new disciples', with a particular focus on 'all who lead and attend Youth Clubs' and parishes within the Deaneries of Rickmansworth and Sharnbrook.

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The prayer focus for the 13 - 19 September is on the diocesan vision of Living God's Love through 'going deeper into God', with a particular focus on 'those who act as ‘soul friends’ and their supervisors' and parishes within the Deaneries of Luton and Rickmansworth.

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As churches and schools begin a new term and many people return to familiar routines, we're reflecting once more on the opportunities this summer to step away from the everyday, connect with others and deepen our faith through pilgrimage.

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Could you strengthen collective worship and create Pupil Leaders of Worship in our diocesan schools? This new role, open to both lay and ordained individuals, could be the opportunity you're looking for.

🗓️ Closing date for applications: Monday 28 September
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The prayer focus for this coming week (30 August - 5 September) is on the diocesan vision of Living God's Love through 'transforming communities', with a particular focus on 'those who care for those suffering with dementia' and parishes within the Deanery of Luton.

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