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13 Jun 2012

Some Ten Euro Notes Are Larger Than Others

“Isn´t it strange how big a 10 Euro note seems when  we are about to put it into the offering but  how small it becomes when we take it to the supermarket” is one of the challenges offered to church delegates at the Diocesan Synod by Canon Mel Smith.

12 Jun 2012

Two New "acting Archdeacons" Commissioned

Bishop Geoffrey formally commissioned two new Archdeacons, during a service at the Diocesan Synod, although their role will be in an "Acting" capacity until a new system of full time Archdeacons is introduced in the next two to three years.

12 Jun 2012

Extra Synod Debate Planned On European Crisis

Members of the Diocese in Europe´s annual Synod, meeting in Cologne have arranged an unplanned debate and information session about the effect of the financial crisis in Europe.

11 Jun 2012

Athens Historic Landmark Palm Tree Lost

“The Greater Athens Anglican Chaplaincy is suffering not only from the Greek economic crisis, but also an ecological one which has been exercising our minds for at least two years.

11 Jun 2012

“go And Encourage Others” Synod Members Told

Preaching at the opening Eucharist, at the start of the four day Diocesan Synod, Bishop Geoffrey reminded members they had come to encourage one another in the faith before scattering over Europe to encourage others in their local churches.

11 Jun 2012

Behind The Scenes At The Eu Plus Ministry In Brussels

A rare chance is being offered by Canon Gary Wilton, the Archbishop of Canterbury’s Representative to the EU and Canon Residentiary at Holy Trinity Brussels, as he looks to appoint a part-time intern to support his ministry as, including his pastoral care of the 7pm service community.

11 Jun 2012

Paris Pilgrims Find Chartreuse To Their Taste

Members of St George´s church in Paris have enjoyed a pilgrimage in ‘the steps of Saint Bruno’ the founder of the Carthusian order.

10 Jun 2012

Full Steam Ahead For Synod

Delegates are heading for Cologne (or Koln) for the four day Diocesan Synod which begins on Monday 11 June.