Church Christmas Tree sparks controversy in Dover village
St Anthony’s Church Writing his monthly column ‘From the Vicarage’ published in the Alkham Newsletter, Vicar of St Anthony’s Church, in Alkham near Dover, Brian Williams, was shocked to hear…
Folkestone Town Mayor hosts ‘Magical’ Christmas Concert for Primary School pupils
This year there were almost 200 children from 7 local schools attending the St Mary and St Eanswythe Church to take part in Cllr Abena Akuffo-Kelly’s Christmas Concert, led by…
Archbishop of Canterbury resigns amid child abuse scandal
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has stepped down following a damning report that revealed a decades-long cover-up of child abuse within the Church of England. The report, led by…
Archdeacon Andrew Sewell announces retirement in January 2025
The Venerable Andrew Sewell, Archdeacon of Maidstone, has announced his intention to retire on 18 January 2025. He has served in this role initially acting in an acting capacity since…
Remains of Kentish saint to return to final resting place in Folkestone
Reliquary where the remains are to be stored Photo: Courtesy Diocese of Canterbury St Mary and St Eanswythe’s Church in Folkestone will host a special service on Sunday 17 November…
Boy arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after reports of armed assaults at gurdwara in Gravesend
Siri Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara in Gravesend Image: Google ::: Kent Police was called to the Siri Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara at 8.10pm on Thursday 11 July 2024 when it…
Rough weather forces Blessing of the Fisheries to find safe haven in church
The Rt Reverend Nicholas Reade welcomes all to the ceremony Photo: Ray Duff By Ray Duff: The 2024 Blessing of the Fisheries was held on Sunday afternoon with a large…
Former wrestler ordained in Canterbury Cathedral
A former wrestler, army officer, youth worker, and teacher were just some of the people ordained for ministry in Canterbury Cathedral last weekend. The Archbishop of Canterbury and The Rt…
Folkestone horn blowing continues to call residents to Parish Church after 700 years!
Folkestone Town Council has announced this year’s Town Sunday Service is to be held in the Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe on Sunday 7 July at 10.30…