Friends of the Diocese in Europe annual service – 18 October 2023
Regrettably, a live-streaming option will not be available for this event. Please accept our apologies, especially to those who had planned to join us from afar.
Additionally, please note the Rochester Cathedral Volunteer Choir will be singing and that Bishop Antonio Ablon will be unable to attend due to visa restrictions.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
The Friends of the Diocese are coming together with the congregation of Southwark Cathedral for an evening on 18 October at 5:30 PM. Following the service, the Friends will convene in the Garry Weston Library for light refreshments.
In view of Bishop David's announced retirement at the end of February 2024, after serving in this diocese for 21 years, the service will provide a good opportunity to bid him a fond farewell and good wishes for a long and happy retirement.
All are welcome who have an association with the Diocese in Europe, whether you have worked with us, worshipped with or visited our congregations or just want to support us in prayer.
The Friends of the Diocese is a committed group of people who have been supporting the Diocese in Europe since 1996 and share in its life through their interest, prayers and financial support. More information about them can be found here. This annual service will be a time to come together, share in worship and fellowship.
If you wish to attend, please RSVP to Jeanne French, the Secretary of the Friends of the Diocese on jeanne.french@churchofengland.org.
We look forward to welcoming you at Southwark Cathedral.
