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Calls to offer a generous welcome amid fears about immigration were issued by #Bishops in their #Christmas sermons this year #christmassermons #churchofengland #Echobox=1766744613" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">churchtimes.co.uk/articles/2026/…

This Christmas, churches across the @dioceseoflondon are demonstrating God’s love to their communities. I had the privilege to see some of it in action at @PerivaleChurch, which is hosting the Ealing Churches Winter Night Shelter. The emergency shelter provides food, warmth and companionship every night from November to March each year, working with 20 churches and 200 volunteers.

The Multi-Faith Chaplaincy at @HeathrowAirport provides valuable support throughout the year to the Heathrow’s many employees and passengers, including spiritual, emotional, and practical care. It was fantastic to join the team on Tuesday to see how they are blessing passengers and the airport community.

May the joy of the angels, The eagerness of the shepherds, the perseverance of the wise men, The obedience of Mary and Joseph, And the peace of the Christ Child be yours this Christmas.

"His counsel was always thoughtful and trustworthy, offered with care, insight and a genuine concern for others." Tributes have been paid to Rev Dr Richard Sudworth, our Director of Faith and Public Life, who died on Monday. Read more at cofe.io/RichardSudworth.

Wonderful to have @bishopSarahM with us for Carol service @StKensal Our Sing&Serve initiative has grown hugely & the bishop presented them with new medals & gifts. rewarding musical & pastoral ministry alongside a gifted priest & friend. @bishopoffulham @dioceseoflondon @area_two

Yesterday’s Bishops’ Study Day was a powerful time of reflection, worship and learning. Keynotes from Rowan Williams & @ChineMcDonald, worship by @soulsanctuarygc and rich seminars left us renewed in hope for Advent. Grateful to all who made it possible.

Loving all the messages of celebration coming from various corners of @AnglicanWorld! Particularly, loving the sheer jubilation from the #ChurchOfCeylon Board of Women's Work, who are celebrating their new metropolitan, Rt Rev and Rt Hon Dame @bishopSarahM @OfficeofABC!!

Thanksgiving and joy abounding @SouthwarkCofE at the announcement that Bishop Sarah Mullally is to be the next Archbishop of Canterbury. We assure Bishop Sarah of our prayers and look forward to welcoming her south of the river when she moves into Lambeth Palace. Deo gratias

I welcome the groundbreaking appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally, as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury. This is a historic moment for the Church of England and I wish her every success as she takes on this important role.

Today Bishop Sarah Mullally, nominated as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury, made her first address at Canterbury Cathedral. Watch the address at cofe.io/106thArchbisho….

Thrilled!

I'm thrilled to learn @bishopSarahM Mullally is to be our new #ArchbishopofCanterbury Her empathetic wise counsel has been a great support to me personally over the years & I know will be a huge blessing to the @ChurchofEngland & wider Anglican Communion bbc.com/news/articles/…

“"In the apparent chaos which surrounds us, in the midst of such profound global uncertainty, the possibility of healing lies in acts of kindness and love." Today, at Canterbury Cathedral, Bishop Sarah Mullally spoke to a congregation for the first time as Archbishop of Canterbury Designate. Watch her address in full youtube.com/live/FqXyB6s_8…

His Majesty The King has approved the nomination of the Rt Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally DBE for election as the next Archbishop of Canterbury. Read the announcement on Anglican Communion News: bit.ly/4pRvSqH Read the announcement on the Anglican Communion Office website: bit.ly/4mQefVJ

Pray for Bishop Sarah.

God has always called women to ministry, and they have responded in whatever way they were allowed at the time. How brilliant to live in a time when a woman is appointed as Archbishop of Canterbury. Great rejoicing @bishopSarahM! With much love and many prayers @churchofengland

Today marks a historic milestone as @bishopSarahM becomes the first woman to lead the Church of England. She will continue serving the Diocese of London until early 2026. Join us as we pray and celebrate her appointment. london.anglican.org/articles/bisho…

“Put yourself near God everyday with the people in your heart. God, myself and people, being with Him for them, and with them for Him” ++Michael Ramsey. Wonderful to be giving my Charge to those to be ordained Deacon tomorrow. @dioceseoflondon Please pray for them.

Wonderful to be  @StPaulsChurch for the ordination of this year’s Caleb Stream candidates as Deacons. I know that they will be a blessing to communities across the @dioceseoflondon.