#OnThisDay in 1945, Soviet soldiers liberated Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi concentration and death camp. It is now a symbol of what can happen when hatred is left unchecked. Today, we commemorate #HolocaustMemorialDay on the 80th anniversary of the liberation. Go to

Thanks be to God!

Downing Street has announced today that Bishop Ruth is to become the new suffragan Bishop of Wigan in the Diocese of Liverpool and to serve as the Interim Bishop of Liverpool. Read the announcement in full & watch a video message from the bishops- shorturl.at/rGt6s

Lord, as Zambia faces the challenge of electing two new bishops for Central and Luapula Dioceses, grant them wisdom and clarity to find faithful shepherds who will lead with truth and grace.

Went to see the Bonhoeffer film today. It was humbling as well as harrowing. Certainly provokes thinking and discussion Bonhoeffer Film

This is #NeurodiversityWeek A chance to celebrate the skills and achievements of those with neuro diversity and to work for greater equality and opportunity

May the resurrection hope fill your heart this easter.

Loving God, we pray for Bishop Ruth as she begins her new role as Interim Bishop of Liverpool. Fill her with wisdom, courage and compassion as she leads your people. May she be a source of unity, hope, and encouragement, and may Your Spirit guide her in all she does.

Today, we honour our brave servicemen and women who served and fought for peace across Europe 80 years ago. We remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice and thank God for those who survived. Padre Iori Price, from CO 3 RSME REGT reflects. The Church of England #VEDay #VEDay80

Today is International Tea Day. I'm celebrating with a cuppa and by supporting #Fairtrade as they seek to support tea growers, their families, and their communities.

The House of Bishops, which has been meeting in York this week, has issued a statement on the situation in Gaza. Read the full statement here: cofe.io/GazaStatementH…

This news is very sad and deeply worrying for the stability of the whole Middle East region. Lord have mercy. bbc.co.uk/news/live/c93y…

Holy God, faithful and unchanging: enlarge our minds with the knowledge of your truth, and draw us more deeply into the mystery of your love, that we may truly worship you, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Made my first visit to Knepp Wilding yesterday to see the storks. Spotted a Purple Emperor. They are quite rare and spend most of their time in the tops of trees. With all that's happening in the world at the moment I can't blame them.

The weekend saw the ordination of the diocese's latest priests and deacons, respectively, Guildford Cathedral We're praying for them as they settle into their new roles, especially those who have moved to the diocese. ow.ly/R9Ur50Wiv9p

Creator God, you made us all in your image: may we discern you in all that we see, and serve you in all that we do; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Thinking of students getting their exam results today and their parents and schools supporting, helping, guiding, and celebrating with them.

Cranleigh residents pause to pray and remember on VJ Day. We will remember them ...

A Bench of (retired) bishops meeting to natter and chatter over lunch at Barge East. Great to meet up with old friends and colleagues

We’re standing with all those receiving their GCSE results today across the diocese, especially the students from our 3 Church of England secondary schools. Whatever the outcome of your results, know that God is with you and has a plan for you. @PrioryHead | Christ's College