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Welcome to the official Bluesky page for the Church of England in Devon. Follow us to keep up-to-date with the latest news and events from our churches and communities. Our website is: www.exeter.anglican.org
Join the Bishop of Exeter and the Bishop of Plymouth as they reflect on the simply joy of sending and receiving Christmas cards. Watch "12 Joys of Christmas | 1st Joy | Sending and Receiving Christmas Cards" vimeo.com/1142352047?s... #thejoyofchristmas
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Congratulations to the five new prebendaries and one new lay canon who were installed at Exeter Cathedral last Sunday, following their appointment to honorary roles by the Bishop of Exeter, the Rt. Rev’d Dr Mike Harrison.
The full photo album can be viewed here: www.facebook.com/media/set/?s...
Brian Draper, writer, broadcaster and Associate of the London Institute for Contemporary Christianity, was the keynote speaker at our recent Bishop's Study Day on the theme of Discipling.
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The morning has started off with keynote speaker Brian Draper, Associate Lecturer at the London Institute for Contemporary Christianity, leading a session with the opportunity to pause, seek silence and solitude, and draw near God.
22.11.2025 11:11 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
“Gratitude flows from the absolute wonder of remembering I am here. What a thing it is this morning to be present.”
It’s great to gather with Clergy and LLMs from across Devon for the Bishop’s Study Morning.
Great to hear Brian Draper on BBC Radio 4’s Thought for the Day! He’ll speak on discipleship at our Bishop’s Study Morning today. Listen here (around 7:46am): bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
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Exciting news! A NEW commissioned role launches Jan 2026: Leaders for Creation Care. Learn more about the process and pathway here: exeter.anglican.org/ministry/lay...
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Listen to the full interview here (at around 7:46am): www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
22.11.2025 08:28 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0It's great to hear Brian Draper, Associate Lecturer at the London Institute for Contemporary Christianity, sharing the Thought for the Day on BBC Radio 4 this morning. We look forward to Brian speaking on discipleship at our Bishop's Study Morning today!
22.11.2025 08:27 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 2 📌 0The full series of Bishop Mike’s lectionary vlogs is now available via Vimeo, and will be updated weekly.
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This Sunday, 16 November is Safeguarding Sunday - a chance for churches to reflect, take action, and celebrate progress in creating safer spaces. This year’s theme, “Action Speaks Louder,” calls us to move beyond words and live out safeguarding as part of the heart of our faith.
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Bishop Mike reflects on his recent visit to our link diocese of Cyprus and the Gulf. The trip was a chance to renew our global partnership and look ahead to future collaboration.
Read the full web story here: exeter.anglican.org/bishop-mike-...
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"Remembering is difficult, dangerous and demanding." Bishop Mike spoke about his own family members in the military, past and present, as he addressed the large crowd gathered for Remembrance Sunday in Newton Abbot.
Watch his address here: vimeo.com/1135461646?s...
“Now as 80 years ago when the Second World War ended, we need peacemakers to help us to pull together rather than pull apart. Peace always comes at a cost, yet it is a cost that we need to bear together.”
- Bishop of Plymouth, the Rt. Rev'd James Grier
"This is a county with a keen sense of the significance of remembering those who have gone before us and through their sacrifice, fortitude and courage enabled us to live in peace."
- Bishop of Exeter, the Rt. Rev'd Dr Mike Harrison
“Remembrance Sunday is a day for reflection on all that past generations have given for our freedom. As people of Devon gather in the Cathedral, we will silently thank God for them and pray for the courage to work for peace with justice in our time.”
- Bishop of Crediton, the Rt. Rev'd Moira Astin
The Bishop of Exeter and the Bishop of Plymouth pictured walking at a Remembrance Service in Plymouth with a poppy display beside them.
Devon’s Bishops give thanks for armed forces and highlight peace makers ahead of Remembrance Sunday 2025. Read the full news story on our website: exeter.anglican.org/devons-bishops-give-thanks-for-armed-forces-and-highlight-peace-makers-ahead-of-remembrance-sunday-2025/
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Join +James Grier and the Safeguarding Team on Tue 18 Nov, 2:30–4pm at St Matt’s, Exeter, to explore safe church engagement with prison leavers who wish to join our worshipping communities. Speakers include James Ridge & Kashmir Garton.
RSVP by 7 Nov: bishops.chaplain@exeter.anglican.org #CofE
A new commissioned role, Leader for Creation Care🌍, launches Jan 2026! This pathway equips you with theology and practical skills to support environmental mission in your church and community.
Learn more or email eco@exeter.anglican.org:
exeter.anglican.org/ministry/lay...
#creationcare #CofE
Over a million people now worship regularly in CofE congregations, marking four years of steady growth. Sunday services, midweek gatherings, and baptisms are rising, especially among adults and teens.
Read about the latest figures & what they mean: www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
Thinking about starting youth work in your parish but not sure where to begin? You’re not alone, and we’d love to help!
Join Launchpad, a 5-session journey for clergy starting in January. Includes lunch, coaching, and a celebration!
Visit www.youthscape.co.uk/launchpad to learn more.
