Statement from Chair of CTGB/T4B at the death of Her Majesty the Queen
 

At this time of profound national sadness, loss and mourning at the passing of Queen Elizabeth II , an extraordinary and very loved Monarch and Head of State, who has been aptly described as one who brought a dignified and reassuring presence to British public life for decades:

We are thankful to God for her inspirational life that touched the lives and hearts of many people across the world.

I am particularly struck by the fact that her inspirational life was consciously lived in fulfilment of her vow to God and her subjects. May the Lord grant her eternal rest and peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with King Charles and the rest of the members of the Royal Family. We continue to pray for the welfare and prosperity of The United Kingdom, the Nation she so selflessly served.  

Eric Aidoo, Chair CTGB/Together4bristol  

Churches Together in England statement at the death of Her Majesty the Queen

 

It is with deep sadness that Churches Together in England receives the news of the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II at home in Balmoral. Churches Together in England unites 52 Church denominations in England including Anglican, Catholic, Free Church, Pentecostal, Charismatic and Orthodox traditions. Our Member Churches unite in offering deepest condolences and prayers for HRH the Prince of Wales and the whole Royal Family at this time.

HM Queen Elizabeth has reigned happy and glorious for over 70 years. As monarch she has often spoken about her Christian faith and how it has strengthened her and been a guide and source of hope during her entire reign. During her reign she has invited fifteen Prime Ministers to form governments in the United Kingdom. She has seen the highs and the lows of the nation’s history over these past decades. She has been a steadfast presence in the midst of the changing sands of time. Churches Together in England’s Member Churches are grateful for her reign and the value she has placed on the role of all of the Churches in the fabric of our nation and the nations of the Commonwealth.

We join with the people of our nation in mourning her loss and pray for those involved in making preparations for the funeral. We pray comfort and strength for the whole nation at this time as we join together to mourn the passing of Her Majesty the Queen and reflect on her life well lived.