Recent Violence Against Christians in Pakistan
It is deeply troubling to hear the news of violence against Christians in Jaranwala, Pakistan. This has included the burning of churches – some 20 or more at the last […]
Energy Footprint Tool – step by step guide for churches
The deadline for churches to log their carbon emissions for 2022 using the Energy Footprint Tool (EFT) has been extended until 31st August 2023. Thank you to those churches who […]
Diocesan Harvest Appeal 2023
Harvest Festival helps us to celebrate many things: the successful gathering in crops, gratitude for our food, the work of those who farm the land and the careful stewardship of […]
Stained Glass Summer: join in on social media
Encourage people to visit your local church building this summer by taking part in Stained Glass Summer! What is Stained Glass Summer? Many parish churches are full of beauty and […]
Obituary – The Reverend Alec Smith
The Reverend Alec Smith – 1929~2023 The Reverend Alec Smith former Vicar of St Thomas’, Douglas, died on 16 July 2023, aged 94. He had been admitted to the Coronary […]
We must learn the lessons of the Lord’s Prayer
Archbishop Stephen writes in the Daily Telegraph about the challenge and vision of the Lord’s Prayer. The article follows in full… In his book on the Lord’s Prayer, the New Testament […]
Diocesan Prayer Diary for August
The Diocesan Prayer Diary for August 2023 is now available to open or download using the links below: August 2023 Prayer Diary (Word) August 2023 Prayer Diary (PDF)
Long Standing Vicar to Retire
The retirement of The Reverend Canon John Coldwell, Vicar of St Ninian’s in Douglas is announced. Canon Coldwell has been Vicar in the Parish for the last fourteen years since […]
Bishop Peter’s Final Address to Diocesan Synod
Bishop’s Address to Diocesan Synod: 13 July 2023 Following previous addresses to Diocesan Synod on scripture, on ethics, Natural Law and the ordering of a Christian society, I share with […]
Who will our next Bishop be? Come and share your thoughts…
The Archbishop’s Appointments Secretary, Stephen Knott will be visiting the island as part of the consultation process as we prepare to search for a new Bishop following Bishop Peter’s retirement […]
