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St James’ High Wych opens new accessible entrance

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What does it mean for disabled people not only to attend church, but to fully participate in its life and leadership?
In this reflection for Disability Awareness Sunday, Charli Conway explores the difference between accessibility and genuine inclusion, and challenges churches to consider how every member of the body of Christ can flourish.
The Revd Canon Dr Tim Lomax, currently Director of Mission and Ministry for the Diocese of St Albans, has been named as the next Bishop of Warwick. Having served in St Albans since 2016, Tim leaves a strong legacy of equipping local churches, leaders, and vocations across the Diocese. He will be consecrated at Southwark Cathedral on Friday 6 November, and prayers are asked for Tim, his wife Kate, and their family during this transition.
As the Church of England’s summer focus on pilgrimage draws to a close, we look back at one of the many pilgrim journeys that took place across the Diocese of St Albans. More than 40 people gathered for the annual Poetry Pilgrimage between Datchworth and Tewin, combining walking, reflection, worship and poetry.

I was once visiting a church and noticed something very interesting about the layout of the building. The front door…

St James’ Church, High Wych, has completed a new step-free entrance, making it easier for wheelchair users, people with pushchairs…