The last few months have been a difficult time for everyone whilst we are all adjusting to a different way of living. During this period, the degree of care and concern amongst communities has increased along with an increase in the level of prayer for others. Despite the negatives and the difficulties faced during this unprecedented situation, there are still positives we can draw from this.

Rich in history, Great Britain’s cathedrals have withstood the test of time and have now become key historical tourist attractions as well as places of Christian worship. Thousands of tourists each year flock to Britain’s cathedrals to admire the grandeur and beauty of medieval religious architecture.

Oxfordshire Anglo-Saxon Church Guide Of all the groups who have invaded England, the Anglo-Saxons made quite the impact including the permanent establishment of the English

Greyfriar’s Anglican Church on Friar Street in Reading, Berkshire has now been granted planning permission to replace the outdated semi-circular extension with a new glazed foyer and substantial link extension. The Diocese has also granted approval.

Planning Permission at Purley Infant School JBKS Architects have successfully received planning permission for the proposed extension to Purley Infant School. Following a lengthy consultation

In light of the recent COVID-19 outbreak, churches are experiencing drastic changes. Like all voluntary sector services Churches are facing massive uncertainty. However, even if we are all behind closed doors at present, this is the time to think that when the restrictions are lifted, and the main crisis of the virus outbreak has passed, there will be social storm damage to repair, and the church is in a wonderful position to be able to help.