Churches Together in Britain and Ireland

GET PREPARED! Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, 18-25 January 2027 Resources: Pamphlets - English - Welsh/English - Irish - Scots Gaelic All age resources Posters - Multilingual - English - Welsh/English PowerPoints #wpcu2027 ctbi.org.uk/resources/we...

“The Service of Dedication is an opportunity to give thanks for those who serve Wales in public life and to pray for the Seventh Senedd ahead of its official opening..." Cynan Llwyd, General Secretary of Cytûn (@cytun.bsky.social)

New Christian Communities – newlight: ways ahead in Christian Unity? Society for Ecumenical Studies 2 Nov 2026 7.30-9pm online This webinar will look at the ecumenical role and influence of the various inter-Church networks and communities established in recent years. ctbi.org.uk/event/new-ch...

💥JUST OUT CTe-News October 2026. All the latest unity news and stories including: 🎙️ All Ecumenical Reps conference report 🌍 Inspiration and advice for #SnelsonFund applications 🕌 Inter Faith Week ...and introducing the Girls' Brigade mailchi.mp/cte/ctenewso... #ChurchesTogether #ecumenical

Remembrance Sunday, 8 November 2026 Resources are available to download, including an order of service, PowerPoint presentations and free ebook of 'Beyond Our Tears: Resources for Times of Remembrance'. #Remembrance ctbi.org.uk/resources/re...

NEW RESOURCE from the Mission Theology and Apologetics Group Myths, Miracles, Mysteries, Mission - following the Saints Saint Patrick Discover how exploring the myths and legends around Saint Patrick can prompt interesting reflections on the Christian faith. ctbi.org.uk/resources/mt...

Have you celebrated Black History Month? Free resources are available for churches, including a sermon, reflection, prayers, suggested Bible verses, hymns and songs, activities for adults and children, and a directory of useful resources. ctbi.org.uk/resources/bl...

Are you thinking about applying for a grant to The Bill Snelson Young Ecumenists Fund before 31 October? Watch our recent vodcast www.youtube.com/watch?v=_iBo... for: - inspiring stories from former awardees - hints on how to fill in the application form - tips on making your application stand out

Find out details of the great event hosted by Winners in the Community, to raise awareness of approaches to tackling knife crime. See the article on the Synergy Network website, courtesy of Keep The Faith magazine. wearesynergy.org.uk/news/winners...

VACANCY National Inter Religious Affairs Adviser for the Church of England (@churchofengland.org) Deadline: 23 October 2026, 11:55pm ctbi.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Church Action on Poverty Sunday - 18 Oct 2026 Theme: Food, Faith and Fellowship Resources available include art resources; suggested hymns, prayers and sermon notes; posters; and tabletop conversation cards and placemats for churches hosting lunches. ctbi.org.uk/event/church...

What is Driving Plastic Pollution? – Green Christian Talk 18 November 2026, 7-8.15PM, online. Join Green Christian to hear from Beth Gardiner on “What is driving plastic production and hence pollution?” ctbi.org.uk/event/what-i...

Safeguarding Sunday - 15 November 2026 Join thousands of churches, from diverse backgrounds and traditions across the UK, taking part in Safeguarding Sunday to shout about protecting vulnerable people. Free resources are available from @thirtyoneeight.bsky.socia ctbi.org.uk/event/safegu...

Congratulations to St Mary’s Cathedral Limerick which has become the newest Cathedral of Sanctuary in the Places of Sanctuary Ireland network: www.posi.ie/st-marys-cat...

This week, we highlight Black History Month, as this year marks its 39th anniversary BHM gives us a chance to celebrate contributions, teach a fuller history, promote inclusion, address inequality and inspire future generations CTBI have released some resources: https://ow.ly/1b0T50ZTYOg

"What acts of radical welcome is God calling us to do?" This is the question we've been asking on the final morning of our local and regional #ChurchesTogether conference. Thank you to @christianaiduk.bsky.social's Pete Moorey and to Rev Claude and Claire from CT in Essex and East London

On Day 2 of our regional and local ecumenists' conference, we've been challenged by sessions on Christian Nationalism - thinking about the idolatry that places nationhood above our prime task of building the Kingdom of God. Thank you to Min @shermarafh.bsky.social and Andy Flannagan

Churches’ Refugee Network Annual Meeting 2026 15 Oct 2026, 11am-1pm, via Zoom Join us for the Churches' Refugee Network (CRN) Annual Meeting to hear about the Network's activities over the past year and its plans for the year ahead. ctbi.org.uk/event/church...

Faith Politics Planet: Hope In A Divided Age 10 Nov 26 7-9pm St John’s Waterloo SE1 8TY In an age of political division, rise of right-wing politics and backlash to net zero policies, how can faith inspire hopeful climate action? With Dr Ruth Valerio, Andy Flannagan. ctbi.org.uk/event/faith-...

WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY 18-25 January 2027 Publicise your event with one of our posters: - Multilingual: English, Irish, Scots Gaelic and Welsh (printed version also available to buy) - Bilingual Welsh/English - English ctbi.org.uk/resources/we...

October is Black History Month Free resources are available for churches, including a sermon, reflection, prayers, suggested Bible verses, hymns and songs, activities for adults and children, and a directory of useful resources. ctbi.org.uk/resources/bl...

VACANCY Conference of European Churches Programme Officer, CEC Dialogue and Advocacy Deadline: 13 November 2026. ctbi.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Hope for Creation 20-21 Oct 2026 Stirling Court Hotel, Scotland. Residential conference organised by the Scottish Episcopal Net Zero team, bringing together people interested in practical action to tackle climate change in the Scottish church context. ctbi.org.uk/event/hope-f...

Jamaican delegation makes the case for reparations Read this report on the Jamaican delegation's visit to Britain to make the case for reparations, and its engagement with the Racial Justice Advocacy Forum (RJAF) from 6 - 9 September 2026. ctbi.org.uk/news-and-eve...

CTBI Autumn 2026 Magazine Explore our new magazine and discover the latest work from Churches Together in Britain and Ireland (CTBI), our member churches and associated organisations. ctbi.org.uk/publications...

Listen to CTBI's new moderator, Revd Dr Adrian Burdon, talk to Premier Christian News about his new appointment and the work of Churches Together in Britain and Ireland, encouraging churches to be a “justice-seeking community and being inclusive of all people”. premierchristian.news/en/news/arti...

Are reparations needed to end global poverty? 20 Oct 2026, 6.30-9pm, Manchester Cathedral, with - Prof Michael Taylor, @unibirmingham.bsky.social - Richard Reddie, @ctbi.bsky.social - Osai Ojigho, @christianaiduk.bsky.social - Revd Grace Thomas, Manchester Cathedral ctbi.org.uk/event/are-re...

VACANCY Bloomsbury Student Community Pioneer - London District of the Methodist Church Help imagine, launch and grow a vibrant Christian community in the heart of London’s university district. Deadline: 8 October, 11.59pm. ctbi.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Is it Our Task to Save the World? – Green Christian Talk 22 October 2026, 7-8.15pm. Join Anthea Lawson for a talk and discussion about antidotes to the common pitfalls of activism and change-making. ctbi.org.uk/event/is-it-...

"May this be the beginning of something far more extensive than we could have ever anticipated!" Church of God of Prophecy's Courtney-Ann Dennis reflects on a recent gathering of young Christians from across @churchesengland.bsky.social Member Churches cte.org.uk/uniting-youn... #YoungEcumenists

WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY 18-25 January 2027 NOW AVAILABLE: Material for all ages together to supplement the ecumenical worship service, produced by Roots for Churches. #wpcu2027 ctbi.org.uk/resources/we...

Congratulations and blessings to Rev Dr Adrian Burdon, who is the new Moderator of the Trustees Board for @ctbi.bsky.social We look forward to working alongside you for #ChristianUnity #ChurchesTogether

Churches Together in Britain and Ireland is pleased to announce the Revd Dr Adrian Burdon as the new Moderator of the Board of Trustees. CTBI is deeply grateful to our outgoing Moderator, the Revd Canon Graham Sparkes, for his years of wise and generous leadership. ctbi.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Want to find out more about The Bill Snelson Young Ecumenists Fund, which gives grants to 18 to 35 year-olds to explore Christian unity abroad? Join us at 7pm on Monday 5 October for the 'Be Inspired' webinar Get top tips on how to make your application stand out ✨️ cte.org.uk/snelson-a...

WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY 18-25 Jan 2027 Irish accessible text-only version available to download. Materials prepared by the churches in Ireland and adapted by the Britain and Ireland writers group, with the theme ‘Do not be afraid’. #wpcu2027 ctbi.org.uk/resources/we...

Still a couple of weeks left to observe the SEASON OF CREATION 1 September – 4 October 2026. Resources are available - check out these links to materials produced by the churches and other groups. #SeasonOfCreation #SOC2026 ctbi.org.uk/resources/se...

What is it like to be a 21st-century disciple of Christ in the UK? BRF Ministries is inviting Christians from all traditions to contribute to new research on what their faith looks like and what helps them grow. Take part in the survey: cte.org.uk/21st-century... #ChurchesTogether #Research

WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY 18-25 Jan 2027 Welsh accessible text-only version available to download. Materials prepared by the churches in Ireland and adapted by the Britain and Ireland writers group, with the theme ‘Do not be afraid’. #wpcu2027 ctbi.org.uk/resources/we...

2 WEEKS TO GO! October is Black History Month Free resources are now available for churches, including a sermon, reflection, prayers, suggested Bible verses, hymns and songs, activities for adults and children, and a directory of useful resources. ctbi.org.uk/resources/bl...

Premier Christian Radio Inspirational Breakfast with Esther Higham from 7am, 16 September 2026 Perspective vs Reality: the truth behind immigration news stories Don't miss CTBI's Richard Reddie as a guest presenter talking to Revd Dr Inderjit Bhogal.

WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY 18-25 January 2027 Accessible text-only version of the English pamphlet now available. Materials prepared by the churches in Ireland and adapted by the Britain and Ireland writers group, with the theme ‘Do not be afraid’. #wpcu2027 ctbi.org.uk/resources/we...

Celebrate and pray for the teachers and learners in your community on Education Sunday this weekend. Full resources now available at: cte.org.uk/educationsun... The 2026 theme is the timely 'Living Well Together' #ChurchesTogether #EducationSunday

Queen Elizabeth Digital Memorial Today is the fourth anniversary of the passing of Queen Elizabeth. People across the UK, the Commonwealth and beyond are invited to contribute their memories of Britain’s longest-reigning monarch. ctbi.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Churches’ Refugee Network Annual Meeting 2026 15 Oct 2026, 11am-1pm, via Zoom Join us for the Churches' Refugee Network (CRN) Annual Meeting to hear about the Network's activities over the past year and its plans for the year ahead. ctbi.org.uk/event/church...

Churches Together in England was delighted to coordinate a gathering of Pentecostal, Charismatic, Orthodox and Churches from the East. The theme was "Shared Stories - Shared Land" Thank you to Bishop Hovakim Manukyan and the Armenian Orthodox Church for their generous hospitality #ChurchesTogether

RESOURCES NOW AVAILABLE! Church Action on Poverty Sunday 18 October 2026 Resources include art resources; suggested hymns, prayers and sermon notes; posters; and tabletop conversation cards and placemats for churches hosting lunches. ctbi.org.uk/event/church...

WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY 18-25 January 2027 Printed pamphlets can be ordered from Church House Bookshop - English - Bilingual Welsh/English - English Large Print Plus there are downloads of all materials including: - Irish - Scots Gaelic #wpcu2027 ctbi.org.uk/resources/we...

Job Opportunity at Faith in Later Life Church Engagement Lead (Part-Time). Are you a confident networker with a heart for the local Church and a passion for helping churches reach, disciple and mobilise older people? Deadline: midnight 10 Oct 2026. ctbi.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Responding to nationalism: Reconciliation or resistance? 10 Oct 2026, 11am-5pm Rethink how to be a green Christian at a time of emboldened nationalism at Green Christian’s Annual Members’ Meeting and Conference. St Aloysius Church Hall, London NW1 1TA. ctbi.org.uk/event/respon...

PEACE SUNDAY 20 September 2026 Join hundreds of churches marking Peace Sunday, an annual moment in the church calendar that helps reset and renew the church’s commitment to year-round discipleship focused on peace and justice. Resources available. ctbi.org.uk/event/peace-...