Nick Edmonds
@nickedmonds575.bsky.social
Comms for @ChurchOfEngland
Also witterer about sport, especially #AVFC
Also witterer about sport, especially #AVFC
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January 7, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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The Guardian view on Christianity and the UK far right: churches must stand up to the false prophets of division
(Editorial)
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(Editorial)
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The Guardian view on Christianity and the UK far right: churches must stand up to the false prophets of division | Editorial
Editorial: Symbols of Christian nationalism were prominent at last Saturday’s ‘unite the kingdom’ march. Their deployment had little to do with religious faith
www.theguardian.com
September 18, 2025 at 8:14 AM
The Guardian view on Christianity and the UK far right: churches must stand up to the false prophets of division
(Editorial)
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
(Editorial)
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Ancient Anglo-Saxon text sparks 5,200 per cent Instagram follower surge. 👀
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Ancient Anglo-Saxon text sparks 5,200 per cent Instagram follower surge | The Church of England
How Ælfric went viral.
www.churchofengland.org
June 30, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Ancient Anglo-Saxon text sparks 5,200 per cent Instagram follower surge. 👀
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
🙏🏼 Lord’s Prayer tops Shakespeare, Dickens, Churchill and National Anthem in public recognition poll.
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Lord’s Prayer tops Shakespeare, Dickens, Churchill and National Anthem in public recognition poll | The Church of England
A poll finds more Brits correctly identify source of ‘Give us this day our daily bread’ than ‘To Be or Not To Be’; ‘It was the best of times, it was the worst of times’ or ‘Happy and glorious, Long to...
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June 7, 2025 at 7:36 AM
🙏🏼 Lord’s Prayer tops Shakespeare, Dickens, Churchill and National Anthem in public recognition poll.
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
Membership of Canterbury CNC announced
The Canterbury CNC is made up of a diverse group of members, including representatives from the Church of England, the Anglican Communion, and members appointed by the Crown.
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
The Canterbury CNC is made up of a diverse group of members, including representatives from the Church of England, the Anglican Communion, and members appointed by the Crown.
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
Membership of Canterbury CNC announced | The Church of England
The Canterbury CNC is made up of a diverse group of members, including representatives from the Church of England, the Anglican Communion, and members appointed by the Crown.
www.churchofengland.org
May 13, 2025 at 9:16 AM
Membership of Canterbury CNC announced
The Canterbury CNC is made up of a diverse group of members, including representatives from the Church of England, the Anglican Communion, and members appointed by the Crown.
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
The Canterbury CNC is made up of a diverse group of members, including representatives from the Church of England, the Anglican Communion, and members appointed by the Crown.
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
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Did you know you get a free daily summary of Church related news?
📰 The Daily Media Digest provides a summary of the day's news and comment for a Church of England audience, plus the national headlines.
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May 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Did you know you get a free daily summary of Church related news?
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The Archbishop of York's VE Day 80th Anniversary sermon calls for renewed commitment to peace, unity, and justice
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#veday #veday80
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#veday #veday80
VE Day 80th Anniversary sermon calls for renewed commitment to peace, unity, and justice | The Archbishop of York
NEWS - At Westminster Abbey’s VE Day 80th anniversary service, the Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell honoured the sacrifice of those who secured victory and called for a renewed commitment to peace...
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May 8, 2025 at 12:07 PM
The Archbishop of York's VE Day 80th Anniversary sermon calls for renewed commitment to peace, unity, and justice
www.archbishopofyork.org/news/latest-...
#veday #veday80
www.archbishopofyork.org/news/latest-...
#veday #veday80
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May 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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📰 The Daily Media Digest provides a summary of the day's news and comment for a Church of England audience, plus the national headlines.
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"As we honour the past, so we renew our commitment to building a more peaceful and just world for all."
On 8 May, churches will mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day with commemorative services, bell ringing and prayers.
Read more at cofe.io/VEDay80th.
On 8 May, churches will mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day with commemorative services, bell ringing and prayers.
Read more at cofe.io/VEDay80th.
Churches across England to mark 80th Anniversary of VE Day with commemorations, bell ringing, and prayers for peace | The Church of England
Churches across England will participate in a series of commemorations to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day on Thursday, 8th May 2025.
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April 28, 2025 at 3:44 PM
"As we honour the past, so we renew our commitment to building a more peaceful and just world for all."
On 8 May, churches will mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day with commemorative services, bell ringing and prayers.
Read more at cofe.io/VEDay80th.
On 8 May, churches will mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day with commemorative services, bell ringing and prayers.
Read more at cofe.io/VEDay80th.
Five years after the first COVID lockdown, 30% of CofE churches still run a weekly online service.
Last year, the @churchofengland.org national service reached 12m and is watched in full by 4k weekly.
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
Last year, the @churchofengland.org national service reached 12m and is watched in full by 4k weekly.
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
Archbishop of York leads fifth anniversary of National Online Service | The Church of England
This Sunday, the Church of England’s National Online Service will mark its fifth anniversary, with a special service led by Archbishop Stephen Cottrell.
www.churchofengland.org
March 21, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Five years after the first COVID lockdown, 30% of CofE churches still run a weekly online service.
Last year, the @churchofengland.org national service reached 12m and is watched in full by 4k weekly.
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
Last year, the @churchofengland.org national service reached 12m and is watched in full by 4k weekly.
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
Former Secretary of State to be new Third Church Estates Commissioner.
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www.churchofengland.org/media/financ...
Sir Robert Buckland KBE appointed Third Church Estates Commissioner | The Church of England
Sir Robert Buckland has been appointed the new Third Church Estates Commissioner, succeeding the Rt Revd Dr Flora Winfield, who was recently appointed Bishop of Selby.
www.churchofengland.org
February 26, 2025 at 10:54 AM
Former Secretary of State to be new Third Church Estates Commissioner.
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www.churchofengland.org/media/financ...
February 10, 2025 at 9:40 AM
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"So many both within and outside the church are disgusted" by the CofE's abuse failures:
I interviewed the Archbishop of York on shattered public trust and moral authority
And his plans to still sit on committee that chooses next Archbishop of Canterbury www.thetimes.com/uk/religion/...
I interviewed the Archbishop of York on shattered public trust and moral authority
And his plans to still sit on committee that chooses next Archbishop of Canterbury www.thetimes.com/uk/religion/...
Archbishop of York: church must face abuse failings to regain public’s trust
The Most Rev Stephen Cottrell spoke about the people’s ‘disgust’ at the Church of England, helping to choose Justin Welby’s successor, and the King’s view on the crisis
www.thetimes.com
February 7, 2025 at 12:36 AM
"So many both within and outside the church are disgusted" by the CofE's abuse failures:
I interviewed the Archbishop of York on shattered public trust and moral authority
And his plans to still sit on committee that chooses next Archbishop of Canterbury www.thetimes.com/uk/religion/...
I interviewed the Archbishop of York on shattered public trust and moral authority
And his plans to still sit on committee that chooses next Archbishop of Canterbury www.thetimes.com/uk/religion/...
Sad times. Not so much that he's leaving Villa, just feels like a waste of a really exciting talent. Riyal talks though.
Jhon Duran has completed a medical and is set to fly to Saudi Arabia to finalise his proposed move from Aston Villa to Al Nassr before the Saudi Pro League transfer window closes on Friday night.
Full story from @david-ornstein.bsky.social ⤵️
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Full story from @david-ornstein.bsky.social ⤵️
bit.ly/42yWCTR
Duran completes medical ahead of proposed Al Nassr move from Aston Villa
Jhon Duran has completed a medical and is set to fly to Saudi Arabia to finalise his proposed move from Aston Villa to Al Nassr before the Saudi Pro League transfer window closes on Friday night.A dea...
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January 30, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Sad times. Not so much that he's leaving Villa, just feels like a waste of a really exciting talent. Riyal talks though.
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Aston Villa have secured automatic qualification to the Champions League round of 16! Incredible achievement. What a night at Villa Park... and there's many more to come.
#AVFC
#AVFC
January 29, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Aston Villa have secured automatic qualification to the Champions League round of 16! Incredible achievement. What a night at Villa Park... and there's many more to come.
#AVFC
#AVFC
Your semi-regular reminder that this #StarterPack can help kickstart a follow-base for NewSkyers.
An assortment of #ChurchOfEngland related accounts.
If you have suggestions for accounts to add to the list, let me know.
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An assortment of #ChurchOfEngland related accounts.
If you have suggestions for accounts to add to the list, let me know.
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January 27, 2025 at 9:43 AM
Your semi-regular reminder that this #StarterPack can help kickstart a follow-base for NewSkyers.
An assortment of #ChurchOfEngland related accounts.
If you have suggestions for accounts to add to the list, let me know.
go.bsky.app/LoKCTRc
An assortment of #ChurchOfEngland related accounts.
If you have suggestions for accounts to add to the list, let me know.
go.bsky.app/LoKCTRc
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The latest issue of the Church Times is out today.
Our cover story this week: Bishop of London tells peers the C of E needs a safeguarding 'reset', calling for mandatory reporting and survivor focus.
Our cover story this week: Bishop of London tells peers the C of E needs a safeguarding 'reset', calling for mandatory reporting and survivor focus.
January 24, 2025 at 8:58 AM
The latest issue of the Church Times is out today.
Our cover story this week: Bishop of London tells peers the C of E needs a safeguarding 'reset', calling for mandatory reporting and survivor focus.
Our cover story this week: Bishop of London tells peers the C of E needs a safeguarding 'reset', calling for mandatory reporting and survivor focus.
An overview of some of the topics #Synod will be discussing next month in London. 👇
Our decision-making body, General Synod, is meeting next month.
Here are five of the topics bishops, clergy and lay leaders in the Church will be discussing.
Find out more about the debates taking place during February Synod at cofe.io/FebSynodPapersNews.
Here are five of the topics bishops, clergy and lay leaders in the Church will be discussing.
Find out more about the debates taking place during February Synod at cofe.io/FebSynodPapersNews.
January 24, 2025 at 9:28 AM
An overview of some of the topics #Synod will be discussing next month in London. 👇
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“A system where teachers and leaders flourish creates the conditions for young people to achieve their full potential.”
This week saw the launch of the Flourishing Leaders Framework at our 7th annual Education Conference.
Read more at cofe.io/FlourishingLeaders.
This week saw the launch of the Flourishing Leaders Framework at our 7th annual Education Conference.
Read more at cofe.io/FlourishingLeaders.
Church of England Launches Flourishing Leaders Framework at National Education Conference | The Church of England
National Society unveils transformative step for the education sector as Flourishing Leaders Programmes launched
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January 23, 2025 at 7:21 AM
“A system where teachers and leaders flourish creates the conditions for young people to achieve their full potential.”
This week saw the launch of the Flourishing Leaders Framework at our 7th annual Education Conference.
Read more at cofe.io/FlourishingLeaders.
This week saw the launch of the Flourishing Leaders Framework at our 7th annual Education Conference.
Read more at cofe.io/FlourishingLeaders.
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🚨NEW: Having reaffirmed my support for The Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme on multiple occasions at Church Questions, I am pleased the Scheme will now be extended.
January 22, 2025 at 12:19 PM
🚨NEW: Having reaffirmed my support for The Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme on multiple occasions at Church Questions, I am pleased the Scheme will now be extended.
Ahead of today's Church of England National Education Conference, @andywolfe.bsky.social writing in TES outlines the National Society's vision to empower teachers and educators to flourish, not merely survive.
www.tes.com/magazine/ana...
www.tes.com/magazine/ana...
Tackling teacher retention is about more than just money
The executive director of education for the Church of England explains why it has launched two courses aimed at helping teachers and leaders to flourish
www.tes.com
January 22, 2025 at 8:06 AM
Ahead of today's Church of England National Education Conference, @andywolfe.bsky.social writing in TES outlines the National Society's vision to empower teachers and educators to flourish, not merely survive.
www.tes.com/magazine/ana...
www.tes.com/magazine/ana...
Have noticed a lot of new followers - interesting to see the points of apparent traffic surges towards #BlueSky
Any suggestions to add, please let me know.
Any suggestions to add, please let me know.
If you're a newer arrival to Blue Sky and looking for a leg-up for some Church of England related accounts to follow, look no further:
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#StarterPack #Church
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#StarterPack #Church
bsky.app/starter-pack...
January 17, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Have noticed a lot of new followers - interesting to see the points of apparent traffic surges towards #BlueSky
Any suggestions to add, please let me know.
Any suggestions to add, please let me know.
Interesting roundup from @churchtimes.bsky.social
"Concerns over content lead dioceses to leave X/Twitter"
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
"Concerns over content lead dioceses to leave X/Twitter"
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
Concerns over content lead dioceses to leave X/Twitter
‘Growing discomfort’ quoted as one reason for leaving site
www.churchtimes.co.uk
January 17, 2025 at 10:54 AM
Interesting roundup from @churchtimes.bsky.social
"Concerns over content lead dioceses to leave X/Twitter"
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
"Concerns over content lead dioceses to leave X/Twitter"
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
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Last year, I said the Makin Report needs to be a 'watershed moment' for the Church. I still believe this now.
To achieve this and protect children & young people, it is essential that the recommendations are implemented in full.
I thank my colleagues for their important Church Questions today 🧵👇
To achieve this and protect children & young people, it is essential that the recommendations are implemented in full.
I thank my colleagues for their important Church Questions today 🧵👇
January 16, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Last year, I said the Makin Report needs to be a 'watershed moment' for the Church. I still believe this now.
To achieve this and protect children & young people, it is essential that the recommendations are implemented in full.
I thank my colleagues for their important Church Questions today 🧵👇
To achieve this and protect children & young people, it is essential that the recommendations are implemented in full.
I thank my colleagues for their important Church Questions today 🧵👇