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One in Christ Jesus, engaged in God’s mission, empowered by the Spirit.
CTe-News January 2026
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MA Prize in Mission and Evangelism 2026 is open

The prize will be awarded for the best thesis around the themes of mission, evangelism and church planting in the UK context. Entries must be in by 30 April.  Read more...
Don't miss...
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Check out the Chaplaincy Roadshow
Learn more about 'mission on the frontline.' Events this spring in Birmingham, Bristol, London and Manchester. Read more... 
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Get ready for Thy Kingdom Come 2026
Join the Churches Together webinars on Tuesday, 22 January to help you prepare for this May's ecumenical celebration of prayer. Read more...
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ChurchWorks Summit – 27 February 2026
Build connections and develop practical responses to today’s most urgent social issues and escalating wellbeing challenges. Read more...
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Week of Prayer for Christian Unity – 18 to 25 January 2026
This year's theme 'One Body, One Spirit' reminds us that the call to unity is a call to work for peace for all people everywhere. Read more...
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Ecumenism in a time of fragmentation
Chair of the CTE Charities and Networks in Association and Head of Church Engagement at Trussell, Jessica Foster, shares a reflection for the new year. Read more...
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First Snelson Fund grants of 2026 announced
Congratulations to the latest recipients of awards from The Bill Snelson Young Ecumenists Fund. They are from the Congregational Federation and the Oecumenical Patriarchate. Read more...
Snelson Fund grant reports
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The Jubilee of Prisoners
Melody Amadi, a member of the Redeemed Christian Church of God living in Yorkshire, went to Rome to reflect on justice, mercy and prison ministry. Read more...
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Life-affirming talks and lasting friendships
Assistant Curate at Wells Cathedral, Edward Day, used his grant to join other young Anglicans at the ecumenical Taizé community. Read more...
Reflection of the month
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Koinonia in a fractured world

"Truly holy work in a world of conflict and fragmentation..." Rev Dr Isabelle Hamley, Principal of Ridley Hall, Cambridge, shares her reflection of the month for January. Read more...
Cardinal Nichols' retirement
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Cardinal Nichols steps down as Archbishop of Westminster
He will be succeeded by Rt Rev Richard Moth, who is currently the Bishop of Arundel and Brighton. Read more...
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Cardinal Nichols and ecumenism
Auxiliary Bishop for the Archdiocese of Southwark and Churches Together in England Trustee, Rt Rev Paul Hendricks, offers a personal reflection Read more...
Spotlight on...
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Christmas Around the World
"A profound expression of unity within diversity." Traditional carols, readings and prayers from many Christian diaspora communities were shared at this special event at Derby Cathedral. Read more...
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Manifesto for Hope launched to mark Faith in the City 40th anniversary
Churches Together in the Merseyside Region and their partners have renewed the call for justice, compassion and unity. Read more...
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Mission Studies Day 2026 – 17 March
Join discussions with editors and contributors from the book ‘Being the People of God: Missional Ecclesiology for Uncertain Times’ published by SCM Press. Read more...
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What is the future of Bible study and discipleship?
Churches and CTE Charities and Networks in Association are working together to further discipleship and increase Bible confidence in Christians across England. Read more...
ICYMI...
Vacancies
And finally...
  • RESOURCES: Racial Justice Sunday 2026 is on 8 February. The theme is 'Love Your Neighbour'. More info... 
  • WEBINARS: The Charities Commission are offering a series of free sessions for faith charities - including safeguarding, looking after your funds and managing speaker risks. Book here...
  • CONFERENCE: CTE Missionary Disciples conference 'Re-orientation, Renewal and Reality of Discipleship'. 24 & 25 March 2026. Find out more...
  • COURSE: Arthur Rank Centre Rural Mission & Ministry Course, 19 & 20 May 2026 at Yarnfield Park, Staffordshire. ST15 0NL. Book your place...
  • DISCOUNT CODE: Use 26CTE25 for 25% off new membership of the independent safeguarding charity Thirtyone:eight. Join here... 
 
Posted: January 2026