Caring for church buildings is a great challenge for clergy, churchwardens and PCCs. The Diocesan Advisory Committee (DAC) advises those who are planning work to their churches, and advises the Chancellor whether or not a faculty should be granted for that work. Advice is given on a voluntary basis throughout the process by members of the Committee, supported by a team of consultants and specialist advisers.
Application and petition forms and access to the Online Faculty System.
Information, guidance and forms from the Diocese of Chelmsford Registry.
Guidance notes for parishes from the DAC, covering a wide range of topics.
Links to organisations that provide support for church building maintenance and works.
Church Grants provides a simple website for parishes in Chelmsford Diocese to identify sources of funding for your church…
The DAC administers the Design Awards Scheme, which recognises excellence in design and craftsmanship, and to encourage…
The Church of England has recently made two grant pots available to dioceses for dissemination to eligible churches.
A conversation about how those who care for, develop and maintain our church buildings can be well supported.
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