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Alban Way young adults begin Camino de Santiago pilgrimage
Sunday 20 September 2026
Eight young adults from The Alban Way have set off on their six-day pilgrimage in northern Spain. As they walk together towards Santiago de Compostela, the pilgrimage will offer time away from the routines of daily life to pray, reflect and deepen the faith they have been exploring throughout their year of discipleship.
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More than getting through the door
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.
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St Albans Director of Mission and Ministry named as next Bishop of Warwick
Friday 11 September 2026
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.
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Pilgrimage, poetry and reflection in the Hertfordshire countryside
Monday 7 September 2026
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.