Diocese of Chichester - 2026-2030

Year of Matthew - 2026

Over the next four years we commit as a Diocese to 

Living the Mystery of Faith.

Each year we will explore one of the four portraits of Jesus provided by the Gospel writers beginning in 2026 with the Gospel of Matthew. Our commitment to growth is rooted in prayer for the ongoing renewal of ministry for mission.

There is something for everyone who wants to grow.

Join us in praying across the Diocese for:

  • Inspiring prayer and worship
  • Resourcing excellent leaders
  • Nurturing the Christian faith of children and young people
  • Investing in areas of greatest material poverty

In a changing world and church, we remain rooted in our inheritance and the heartbeat of faith through the Prayer of St Richard to know, love and follow Jesus day by day.

During Lent in 2026 we dug deeper" into the gospel of Matthew and using the Diocese lent course

This video gives and introduction to the diocese lent course for your personal prayer and reflection.

Please do take time to look at the diocese website for information related to the "Living the Mstery of Faith" strategy. 

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