News


Bishop Richard offers commentary on the process of Living in Love and Faith

Published on: 15th November 2022

I have made it clear that in our diocese all are welcome. All views and life experiences are to be treated with care and respect. Our unity, love and mutual care is one of the principal ways in which we commend the Gospel to our communities.


Appointments and Departures Q4 2022

Published on: 15th November 2022

News from Hereford Diocese of the latest appointments and departures - Oct - Dec 2022


High Sheriff of Shropshire's Tea celebrating local volunteers

Published on: 3rd November 2022

The Archdeacon of Ludlow, Fiona Gibson, was pleased to attend a recent afternoon tea to celebrate Shropshire Volunteers hosted by the High Sheriff of Shropshire, The Hon Selina Graham, accompanied by her guest, Mr Graeme Perks.


New Foodbank opening in Pontesbury area in South Shropshire.

Published on: 3rd November 2022

A new food bank opened earlier this month run by a group of churches working together in Pontesbury as demand for help continues to rise. The UK’s food poverty rate is already among the highest in Europe. Despite being the sixth richest country in the world, millions are struggling to access the food they need.


Past Cases Review published

Published on: 5th October 2022

The Diocese of Hereford has completed and published a review of more than 2000 files, with the publication today of its Past Cases Review 2 (PCR2) report.  


Hundreds sign books of condolence held in Churches

Published on: 13th September 2022

Many Churches across Herefordshire and South Shropshire, as well as the Cathedral in Hereford, have remain open for prayer and reflection following the announcement by Buckingham Palace last Thursday evening of the death of Her late Majesty, The Queen.  


Proclomation of the New King across Herefordshire and South Shropshire

Published on: 13th September 2022

People attended events across Herefordshire and South Shropshire to hear the proclamation of King Charles III read from town halls, churches and Cathedrals on Sunday afternoon.


Statement by the Bishop of Hereford on the death of Her Majesty The Queen

Published on: 8th September 2022

It is with great sadness that we heard the news this evening (Thursday 8 September 2022) of the death of Her Majesty, The Queen. She has been a constant in our lives for eight decades and has been steadfast in her service to our country and The Commonwealth. 


Revd Nicol Kinrade is appointed as Chaplain to The Bishop of Hereford

Published on: 9th August 2022

Bishop Richard is delighted to confirm the appointment of The Revd Nicol Kinrade as his Chaplain.  She will be joining the team in autumn 2022 from the Diocese of Chichester.


Hereford Diocese awarded a share of £1.3 million Faith New Deal grant

Published on: 2nd August 2022

Hereford Diocese (A registered Charity) which is the Church of England in Herefordshire and South Shropshire, is one of 16 organisations in England that has been awarded a share of the £1.3 million ‘New Deal’ fund to help support communities. 

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