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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 3h
"He redeemed me, and I think that's a beautiful message to everyone..."

Rev Fr Julius Anozie shares his favourite bible verse.

What’s yours, and why?
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 14h
Pray with us. 🙏

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Gracious God, you call us to fullness of life: deliver us from unbelief and banish our anxieties with the liberating love of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 1d
What made you want to become a priest?

Rev Fr Julius Anozie, from St Hilda's in Ashford, shares his journey to priesthood.

Hear more from Julius this week at cofe.io/AskARev.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 1d
Join with us in prayer. 🙏

Today's prayer is available in plain text and audio formats at cofe.io/TodaysPrayer.
Almighty God, you have made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless till they find their rest in you: pour your love into our hearts and draw us to yourself, and so bring us at last to your heavenly city where we shall see you face to face; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 2d
A prayer for Prisons Week, which begins today.
A prayer for Prisons Week Lord, you offer freedom to all people. We pray for those in prison. Break the bonds of fear and isolation that exist. Support with your love all prisoners, their families and friends, prison staff, and all who care. Heal those who have been wounded by the activities of others, especially the victims of crime. Help us to forgive one another, and to act justly, love mercy and walk humbly together with Christ in his strength and in his Spirit, now and every day. Amen.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 2d
Our online service today is from Switzerland with Rev Richard Allen, rector of the Trelawny Benefice.

Join us to explore the advice the Apostle Paul gives to Timothy about proclaiming the word of the Lord.

Join us at cofe.io/SwitzerlandService.
A Service from Switzerland | The Church of England
Our service this week is from the Bernese Oberland in Switzerland, where Rev Richard Allen will be showing us around this beautiful region of mountains, waterfalls and lakes where he plays a role as an English-speaking Chaplain.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 2d
Have you prayed using the audio version of today's prayer?

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O Lord, we beseech you mercifully to hear the prayers of your people who call upon you; and grant that they may both perceive and know what things they ought to do, and also may have grace and power faithfully to fulfil them; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 3d
Churches around the country are ready to welcome you this Sunday. ⛪

Find one in your area at AChurchNearYou.com.

📍 Winchester Cathedral
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 3d
Pray with us. 🙏

Go to cofe.io/TodaysPrayer to learn more.
Lord of creation, whose glory is around and within us: open our eyes to your wonders, that we may serve you with reverence and know your peace at our lives’ end, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 4d
"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."

Romans 15.13

📍 Chelmsford Cathedral
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 4d
"Families have said this is the perfect way to start their Sunday together."

Churches around the country now have a thriving ministry to young families thanks to Bubble Church. Sign up for our webinar to find out how your church can get involved.

✏️ cofe.io/BubbleChurchWebinar
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 4d
Join with us in prayer. 🙏

Today's prayer is available in plain text and audio formats at cofe.io/TodaysPrayer.
O Lord, we beseech you mercifully to hear the prayers of your people who call upon you; and grant that they may both perceive and know what things they ought to do, and also may have grace and power faithfully to fulfil them; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 5d
A group of bishops with a close interest in the Holy Land have welcomed the Gaza peace deal, praying that it will "bring immediate relief and comfort".

Read the full statement 👉 cofe.io/CeasefireStatement.
STATEMENT FROM BISHOPS 9 OCTOBER 2025 "After two years of unimaginable death and destruction now is the time for all parties to turn away from war and commit to peace."
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 5d
From online donations, QR code templates to contactless devices - join us for a practical session on Tuesday 14 October from 12-1pm, exploring how digital tools can boost your church's giving this Advent and Christmas.

Register now at cofe.io/ChristmasDigitalGiving.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 5d
Today, join us in prayer as we mark the beginning of Baby Loss Awareness Week. 💜
A PRAYER FOR THOSE GRIEVING THE LOSS OF A CHILD God our Father, you know our thoughts and share our sorrows. Lead us out of desolation to the caring comfort of your love. When we forget what happiness is, renew in us fresh springs of hope. When we feel bereft of peace, restore our hearts and calm our fears. And when we come at last to our departing, bring us home with you for ever, the family of God complete; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 5d
Have you prayed using the audio version of today's prayer?

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Lord of creation, whose glory is around and within us: open our eyes to your wonders, that we may serve you with reverence and know your peace at our lives’ end, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 6d
Pray with us. 🙏

Go to cofe.io/TodaysPrayer to learn more.
O Lord, we beseech you mercifully to hear the prayers of your people who call upon you; and grant that they may both perceive and know what things they ought to do, and also may have grace and power faithfully to fulfil them; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 7d
🕯️ Ready to plan Advent & Christmas?

Digital Labs has blogs to help you:

🎉 Discover The Church of England's 2025 Advent and Christmas resources
🌟 Design graphics with Canva for your church
📥 Use and download the Digital Promo Planner
🎁 Prepare your ACNY page

👉 All available at cofe.io/DigitalLabs.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 7d
"I was homeless, you gave me a room."

Reflect on the words of Jesus in Matthew 25.35-40 and pray for organisations like Housing Justice, which exist to address homelessness across our nation.

Catch up on our service for Homelessness Sunday at cofe.io/HomelessnessSundayService.
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Archbishop of York @archbishopofyork.org · 7d
Today we pause to remember October 7 — a day of pain and loss. We pray for healing, for the release of hostages, and for lasting peace. May our prayers bring light to the darkness.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 7d
Join with us in prayer. 🙏

Today's prayer is available in plain text and audio formats at cofe.io/TodaysPrayer.
Lord of creation, whose glory is around and within us: open our eyes to your wonders, that we may serve you with reverence and know your peace at our lives’ end, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 8d
To celebrate Black History Month, this week on the Everyday Faith app, we reflect on legacy.

Rev Cathrine Ngangira explores how we learn from the past, live in the present, and share experiences to shape the future.

Discover #EverydayFaith reflections at cofe.io/EverydayFaith.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 8d
Have you prayed using the audio version of today's prayer?

Go to cofe.io/TodaysPrayer to learn more.
O Lord, we beseech you mercifully to hear the prayers of your people who call upon you; and grant that they may both perceive and know what things they ought to do, and also may have grace and power faithfully to fulfil them; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 9d
Today our service for Homelessness Sunday is from St Barnabas Ealing, in conjunction with Housing Justice.

Our theme is 'Love thy neighbour' and we will be reflecting on how the smallest of things can make a huge difference to others.

Join us at cofe.io/HomelessnessSundayService.
A Service for Homelessness Sunday | The Church of England
This week our service for Homelessness Sunday is from St Barnabas Ealing, in conjunction with Housing Justice. Our theme this week is 'Love thy neighbour' and we will be reflecting on how the smallest of things can make a huge difference to others.
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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 9d
Today our service for Homelessness Sunday is from St Barnabas Ealing, in conjunction with Housing Justice.

Our theme is 'Love thy neighbour' and we will be reflecting on how the smallest of things can make a huge difference to others.

Join us at cofe.io/HomelessnessSundayService.
A Service for Homelessness Sunday | The Church of England
This week our service for Homelessness Sunday is from St Barnabas Ealing, in conjunction with Housing Justice. Our theme this week is 'Love thy neighbour' and we will be reflecting on how the smallest of things can make a huge difference to others.
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