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We have a vast Diocese. It covers the whole of the European continent and it includes Kyiv in Ukraine and Moscow in Russia. On Thursday, we all awoke to some deeply distressing events - the sickening sights and sounds of war.

Thank you to all those who joined us to pray for Ukraine and Russia. This event has now passed.

We publish here a full list of all Diocesan Synod Representatives (General Synod and Diocesan Synod)

Archdeacon David Waller and Mags Bird of the Diocese in Europe Net Zero Working Group share this story with us.

The Diocese has been leading Anglican engagement with the EU and Council of Europe over the past year, supported by the Archbishop of Canterbury’s Anglican Communion Fund, to promote key advocacy priorities.

Joan Berry shares this report with us, on behalf of the Synod Standing Committee.

Amid the current tensions between Russia and Ukraine, and widespread diplomatic efforts towards de-escalating the situation, Bishop Robert has led prayers for peace, echoed by the Archbishops of Canterbury and York.

The Archdeaconry of the East is one of the most far-flung regions of our Diocese, making it often difficult for Clergy, Readers, and others in leadership roles to stay in touch.