Bishop Guli’s article for the Independent on the passing of the Safety of Rwanda Bill
24 April 2024
The passing of the Safety of Rwanda Bill is a dark moment in our country’s history, one that goes against our long-standing…
Decision regarding the Archdeaconry of Harlow
12 April 2024
Bishop Guli has announced a decision regarding the Archdeaconry of Harlow
Bronze Eco Diocese Award for the Diocese of Chelmsford
8 April 2024
The Diocese of Chelmsford has been awarded a bronze Eco Diocese award in recognition of the Diocese's care for creation.
Maundy Money awarded in recognition of outstanding Christian service
28 March 2024
Her Majesty The Queen presented Maundy Money to three recipients from Chelmsford Diocese at this year’s annual Royal Maundy Service.
Chelmsford Diocese Schools become courageous advocates at the Creative for Climate Justice Art Exhibition at the Houses of Parliament.
15 March 2024
Chelmsford Diocese Schools become courageous advocates at the 'Creative for Climate Justice' Art Exhibition at the Houses of Parliament.
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the first ordination of women priests: Ann’s story
12 March 2024
This year marks 30 years since the first women were ordained as Priests in the Church of England. The Reverend Ann Easter was one of the first women ordained Priest in Chelmsford Diocese.
The Rev Dr Sue Lucas appointed as Area Dean of Waltham Forest
11 March 2024
The Bishop of Chelmsford, the Rt Rev Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani has announced the appointment of the Rev Dr Sue Lucas as Area Dean of Waltham Forest for a period of one year.
Bishop Guli speaks in support of amendment to minimise the risk of unaccompanied children being sent to Rwanda
6 March 2024
The Bishop of Chelmsford has spoken in support of an amendment in the House of Lords that would minimise the risk of unaccompanied children being sent to Rwanda.
Strategic Mission and Ministry Investment Board awards Chelmsford Diocese £2.2m to support missional work in deaneries
4 March 2024
The Church of England Strategic Mission and Ministry Investment Board (SMMIB) has awarded £2.2m in capacity funding to enable missional work with deaneries and parishes across Essex and East London.
Bishop of Chelmsford calls for long term national housing strategy
29 February 2024
The Bishop of Chelmsford, the Rt Rev Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani has repeated calls for a long term national housing strategy, with cross party support, during a House of Lords Short Debate.
Chaplaincy at the London Design Engineering University Technical College
28 February 2024
The London Design Engineering University Technical College (LDE UTC) is the only UTC in the country with a paid multi faith chaplaincy team. Revd Polly Kersys-Hull explains more about her role as chaplain.
Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill Committee Stage Day 3, Bishop Guli’s speeches to the House of Lords
20 February 2024
The Bishop of Chelmsford, the Rt Rev Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani spoke twice during the third day of the Committee Stage of the Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill in the House of Lords.
Racial Justice: Journeying together for Christ-centred change
16 February 2024
The Revd Sharon Quilter, our Racial Justice Officer writes about her role and how we are Journeying together for Christ-centred change.