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Single Friendly Church Network @singlefriendlych.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

We’ve come a long way from our early beginnings in 2014! Having our first conference this week as part of our first ever Single Friendly Church Week, was such a blessing and something to give thanks to God for! Read Liz's, reflections on the day here: www.singlefriendlychurch.com/news-and-res...

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Reflection on Belonging Conference by Liz our Church Engagement Officer — Single Friendly Church | Encouraging churches to welcome and value single people

Our Church Engagement Officer, Liz, reflects on our first ever Belonging Conference.

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

Such a joy to be at Sheffield Cathedral for the launch of Pete's latest book (he's fairly churning them out!). This is a timely and important book that I highly recommend, combining commentary on the book of Ruth with 7 testimonies from refugees.

Bishop Pete Wlicox speaking at his book launch at Sheffield Cathedral.

The book Come For Refuge by Pete Wlicox.

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

This morning towards the end of my third communion of the day, I said 'my batteries have run out,' and then clarified that I meant the batteries in my mic. On reflection, I think I was right the first time... 🥴

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

I am extremely delighted to report that I won the afternoon's Easter egg hunt, beating several teenagers who are now well past the age where I'd be kind and let them win 😆

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

For our intercessions this morning we wrote our prayers on flowers and leaves as we thought about new life and hope.

A large paper cross, laid on a table, covered with multi coloured post it notes shaped like flowers and leaves, with prayers written on them.

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

It's definitely spring in the churchyard!

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Just heard someone say they're going to have pancakes with gravy for tea because "it's basically Yorkshire pudding." There's a fine line between genius and crimes against cuisine.

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Jonathan Edward Durham @thisone0verhere.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

When you spent hours shoveling your car out and you REALLY don’t want anyone taking your spot

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Auschwitz Memorial @auschwitzmemorial.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Auschwitz was at the end of a process. We must remember that it did not start from gas chambers. This hatred gradually developed: from ideas, words, stereotypes & prejudice through legal exclusion, dehumanization & escalating violence... to systematic and industrial murder. Auschwitz took time.

A bird's-eye view of a former Auschwitz II-Birkenau camp showing a wide dirt pathway flanked by parallel rows of barbed-wire fences. Groups of visitors walk along the path, surrounded by the remnants of brick structures and barracks, now reduced to foundations. Green grass contrasts with the somber history of the site, as the path leads toward a guard tower in the distance.

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

What an absolute joy and delight to return to Wycliffe Hall (ridiculously, although I've done some online teaching, it was my first in person visit in the almost 21 years since I left). I have such fond memories of this wonderful place, and it was lovely to find it in such good heart.

A sign attached to a wall reading Wycliffe Hall

A photographer of the front of Wycliffe Hall Oxford from Banbury Road.

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Steve Rotheram @metromayorsteve.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

We appreciate that the government has made huge strides in working to deliver the Hillsborough Law. It is in that spirit that @andyburnham.bsky.social and I are calling on them to withdraw their amendment ahead of Monday’s debate to find a solution acceptable to all sides.

Statement from Mayors Steve Rotheram and Andy Burnham:

We have both seen devastating incidents in our regions and would never support anything which compromises national security.

An important part of strengthening the country’s defences is establishing the truth at the earliest opportunity when things go wrong and that is why, if drafted correctly, the Hillsborough Law could create a culture in all public services where that is the norm.

As it stands, we believe the government’s amendment in relation to the security services creates too broad an opt-out and risks undermining the spirit of the legislation.

We appreciate that the government has made huge strides in working to deliver the Hillsborough Law and are grateful for their willingness to work with campaigners thus far to make it the strongest law possible.

It is in that spirit that we call on them to withdraw their amendment ahead of Monday’s debate and work with the families and the Hillsborough Law Now campaign to find a solution acceptable to all sides.

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

An all-male 'Board of Peace'. What could possibly go wrong?

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

Didn't expect to see daffodils so early. Imagine how happy this makes me!.

A vase of daffodils just beginning to bloom.

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Jonathan Edward Durham @thisone0verhere.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

If you’re not a morning person I feel like you have that same vibe for like the first 2-3 months of every year

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Barry Hill @bishopbarry.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

According to Bible app @youversion.bsky.social the most engaged with Bible verse of 2025 is from Isaiah, chapter 41, verse 10: "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." #hope #life

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

Not really a fan of a new year's resolution. Seems to me entirely the wrong time to be trying to achieve lots of new things. It's cold and dark and frankly I'm more pro hibernation than I am goal setting. That said, this strikes me as a rather lovely set of aspirations.

Text reads: God, keep my anger from becoming meanness. Keep my sorrow from collapsing into self pity. Keep my heart soft enough to keep breaking. Keep my anger turned towards justice, not cruelty. Remind me that all of this, every bit of it, is for love. Keep me fiercely kind. Amen. @laurajeantruman

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Archbishop of York @www.archbishopofyork.org · 14/12/2025

Prayers for my Jewish brothers and sisters following the attack at Bondi Beach.

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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 12/12/2025

Jesus Christ is always at the centre of Christmas. And everyone's invited to experience it with us. Come and celebrate Christmas at a church near you. Find services and events in your local community at AChurchNearYou.com/christmas.

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

Bit earlier than usual, but lovely to do our annual Christmas wreath making class with friends last night.

Christmas wreath hanging on front door. Wreath has orange ribbon tied in a bow at the bottom and is decorated with orange segments, cinnamon sticks, wooden stars, and pine cones.

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

I've got about nine million things to do, and it was making me a bit 🥴. So I took a step back from all of them for a bit, and did this instead. Please admire the gloriousness of my autumn ribbon wreath.

A circular wreath, to hang on a door or wall, made of lots and lots of different ribbons, in autumnal colours, tied around a frame.

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

On the train back to Liverpool after 2 days of meetings in London. Unrelatedly, I noticed this...

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Archbishop of York @www.archbishopofyork.org · 12/09/2025

Anglican bishops and Roman Catholic clergy have joined an ecumenical prayer walk this week in Liverpool’s famous Hope Street. You can read more about it here 👇 www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...

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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 23/08/2025

Wondering how you can film high quality video using a phone? Whether you're filming a church service, a social media video, or a personal project, find out more in our new #DigitalLabs tutorial. 🎬 cofe.io/FilmOnPhone.

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How to film high-quality videos using just your phone | The Church of England

Whether you're filming a church service, a social media video, or a personal project, here's how to get professional-looking results using a phone, whether it's an iPhone or Android device.

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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 26/06/2025

"This is a moment of opportunity." Members of Synod will gather in York for their annual meeting from 11 - 15 July. Find out what's coming up below ⬇️ Read the papers at cofe.io/JulySynodAge....

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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 25/06/2025

"Cathedrals and larger churches this month will host around 100 ordination services for deacons and priests from diverse backgrounds who have responded to God’s call in their lives." Read all about this year's #NewRevs campaign at cofe.io/NewRevs2025.

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'It felt like coming home' - #NewRevs campaign launched for 2025 | The Church of England

New series of short films launched for #NewRevs 2025 campaign as more than 100 men and women prepare for ordination

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Adam Sharp @adamcsharp.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

It's good that Venn diagrams are trending because it gives me an excuse to repost one I made (hallelujah!)

Left circle says "The Weather Girls", right circle says "The Patriarchy", and in the middle is "Reigning Men"

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

Getting ready for tomorrow. Very exciting! I think everyone will want to jump in...

Wooden baptism pool sitting on a tarpaulin in a church building, with a hosepipe inside filling it with water.

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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 20/06/2025

“Every person is of immeasurable and irreducible value, and should be able to access the care and support that they need.” Read the Bishop of London's statement following the third reading of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill. 📜 cofe.io/ThirdReading.

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

Praying for everyone involved in the situation in Liverpool city centre.

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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 22/05/2025

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/GazaStatementHoB

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House of Bishops statement on Gaza | The Church of England

'Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God' (Matthew 5:9)

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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 22/05/2025

We have announced some proposed changes to clergy pensions today, which will be discussed by General Synod in July. Here's what the proposals could mean for you if you already receive a Church of England pension, or will do in the future. Read the announcement at cofe.io/ClergyPensionsProposals.

We have announced some proposed changes to clergy pensions today, which will be discussed by General Synod in July.

If you already receive a pension from the Church of England, or will do in the future, here's what the proposals could mean for you.

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Chine McDonald @chinemcdonald.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

As we approach Friday's vote, a reminder that more than 100 women of faith signed our @theosthinktank.bsky.social open letter highlighting concerns about the risks of the proposed legislation for vulnerable women, including those experiencing domestic violence 👇🏾 www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

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Assisted dying could become ‘tool’ to harm women in England and Wales, say faith leaders

Christian, Muslim, Jewish and Sikh women say bill has ‘insufficient safeguards’ to protect those who are vulnerable

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 27/04/2025

It's my birthday today. This beautiful little one should have celebrated her 41st birthday on the day I was born, and her 88th birthday today. Instead, she was sent to Auschwitz less than a month after her 7th birthday. It matters that we remember her.

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

According to the BBC weather app the sunrise will be 6:01am tomorrow, so we should get the perfect view at our 6:00am Sunrise Service! 🌞

Screenshot of weather forecast for Easter Day in Roby.

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Church of England in Parliament @churchstate.bsky.social · 06/04/2025

"The legalisation of assisted dying in England & Wales could create “a new tool to harm vulnerable women”, particularly those subject to domestic violence & coercive control, say female faith leaders from different traditions." www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

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Assisted dying could become ‘tool’ to harm women in England and Wales, say faith leaders

Christian, Muslim, Jewish and Sikh women say bill has ‘insufficient safeguards’ to protect those who are vulnerable

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Chine McDonald @chinemcdonald.bsky.social · 06/04/2025

This week, I've seen women from different religions, backgrounds, theologies & politics unite to put their names to this. When faith groups talk about protecting the vulnerable, it isn’t “mere theology”, as some would dismiss it. @theosthinktank.bsky.social www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

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Assisted dying could become ‘tool’ to harm women in England and Wales, say faith leaders

Christian, Muslim, Jewish and Sikh women say bill has ‘insufficient safeguards’ to protect those who are vulnerable

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

🎶 "It's just another Manic Monday" 🎶

Email header reading "Alert: a disruption may affect your journey to London Euston."

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

I've always thought my love language was words of affirmation but I think it may in fact be memes.

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The Englewood Review of Books @erbks.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Hannah Arendt is one of the most helpful philosophers for understanding these times!

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Jonathan Edward Durham @thisone0verhere.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Never forget that in 1861 Charles Darwin wrote in a letter to a friend… “But I am very poorly today and very stupid and hate everybody and everything" …because this is my favorite reminder that we can do great things even if we don't always have great days

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Kate Wharton @katewharton27.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

Always a joy to spend an afternoon teaching at St. Mellitus College. Lovely to chat with the final year & Caleb students about all things singleness.

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WHO @who.int · 08/03/2025

Today is #InternationalWomensDay Progress on #GenderEquality in health care is too slow. Women have distinct & changing health needs at different stages of their lives. Health care should be easy to access, fair & tailored to meet each woman’s unique needs & circumstances. 🔗 bit.ly/3DmZQ2o

Against a blue background, graphic representation shows a diverse group of women holding a megaphone and placard. In the background are two yellow and black striped tapes. The text reads 'Women's health needs change from the time they are born to older age. But they often hit roadblocks to receive the right diagnosis and treatment they need.'

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womensartbluesky.bsky.social @womensartbluesky.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

"Men liked to put me down as the best woman painter... I'm one of the best painters" - Georgia O'Keeffe (1887-1986) US artist #InternationalWomensDay

Painting of a close up of an open red poppy with a black centre, all against a white background

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womensartbluesky.bsky.social @womensartbluesky.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

" I believe there are many who forget all the tragedy women face in Afghanistan, that is why I use my paintings as a mean to remind the people" - Shamsia Hassani Afghan Artist #InternationalWomensDay

Mural featuring a woman in blue hijab standing holding a keyboard to her chest while a row of ominous looking men with guns in black stand in a row behind her

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 08/03/2025

Gender equality doesn’t just 'happen.' Women’s rights must be fought for and protected. Our responsibility is clear. To lead by example and create a world where opportunities are fair for all. Not just today, but every single day. #InternationalWomensDay

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