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I’m the 98th Archbishop of York serving the diocese of York and the dioceses of the Northern Province of the Church of England.

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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
6 months
I invite people to join me in praying for a speedy recovery for HRH The Princess of Wales. Cancer affects so many families. Today it affects The Royal Family. We send them our love and good wishes and the assurance of the prayers of the church.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Today I’ll be confirmed as Archbishop of York. I ask for your prayers as I seek to discern God’s priorities for me, @DioceseOfYork , Northern Province & wider Anglican Communion. ‘I keep the Lord always before me; because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved’. Ps 16:8
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
5 years
I am humbled, honoured and excited. Please pray for me.
@churchofengland
The Church of England
5 years
The Queen has approved the nomination of Bishop @CottrellStephen as the next Archbishop of York, Downing Street has announced. Read the full #ABY98 release:
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
3 years
Waking up to the sad news that Archbishop Desmond Tutu has died. The whole Christian community around the world thanks God for his inspiring life of service and witness. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
Arriving at Westminster Abbey, and praying for all that today holds
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Disturbed to find out today that whether it be through negligence or intent my predecessor + Sentamu has not been given the peerage that has been the custom for many years. I trust this will soon be rectified. @UKHouseofLords will benefit from his voice.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Today I take my seat as 98th Archbishop of York with all its honour & opportunity. A bishop’s chair has different meanings. It is meant to be uncomfortable.I see it as a place around a table where all are invited & a chair where I teach about one who had no throne but a cross.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
Delighted to be @StPaulsLondon to give thanks for the 70 years of dedicated service from HM The Queen. The way she lives her life shows us that the Christian faith is her anchor - the duty and service she offers to the nation make no sense without her faith.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Praying tonight for those locked down communities across the north facing new restrictions: for those who are lonely, those who are ill, those who are frightened, those who are grieving, those who are dying. And all who care for them.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Today’s announcement that the UK is increasing its nuclear capacity is very worrying. It is in breach of our commitments under the nuclear non-proliferation treaty and only helps those who profit from them. The best way to build global security is to invest in international aid.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
So this is a first: I will become ‘Archbishop of York via Zoom. May God Bless @DioceseOfYork The dioceses of the northern province and the whole Church of England as together we seek the way of Christ and his peace for the world.
@DioceseOfYork
Diocese of York
4 years
NEWS: Confirmation of Election of Bishop @CottrellStephen as the 98th Archbishop of York to take place on Thursday 9th July 2020 #ABY98 @churchofengland @York_Minster
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
A second lockdown is going to be hard. But God is present with us in hard times. The prayer and service of the Church goes on. Let us join together to support each other and pray that we may know God’s presence and share it with others.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
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Please join me in praying for His Majesty the King and all the Royal Family. May he and all who suffer with cancer know the healing presence of God’s love.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
One more step along the road
@York_Minster
York Minster
4 years
LATEST: Today, Bishop @CottrellStephen was formally ‘Elected’ via video conference by York Minster’s College of Canons to be the 98th Archbishop of York. Read more here >>
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
3 years
It is utterly shocking and unacceptable that our @England players have received racist abuse on social media after their #Euro2020 final defeat. Praying for a better future where we are all seen as part of one humanity.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
5 years
Returning to @chelmsdio after a joyful, exhausting &humbling day. Thanks to all who sent good wishes. Many highlights, not least the fantastic welcome in @DioceseOfYork &the Minster. Best of all: the couple in the restaurant in York who recognised me &bought me a bottle of wine.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
Pray for our new King proclaimed this morning. May he reign with wisdom and integrity after the example of his mother of blessed memory.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Please join me if you can. Please pray. Especially that we may be a humble, penitent and joyful Church, centred on Christ and overflowing in love & service to the world.
@DioceseOfYork
Diocese of York
4 years
Remember to set Thursday 9th July at 11am in your diaries to watch Bishop @CottrellStephen confirmed as the 98th Archbishop of York! Details for watching the service are in the link below #yorkcofe #yorkcofenews
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Last mass in the lovely little chapel at Bishopscourt this morning before saying a last farewell to @chelmsdio and moving today to @DioceseOfYork
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Big thanks today for @JohnSentamu and his wife Margaret on his last Sunday as Archbishop of @DioceseOfYork Few archbishops have had such a national impact. We thank God for his witness and commitment to the gospel.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Receiving the crozier of office from Dean @York_Minster was both an honour & a humbling experience. Jesus is the Good Shepherd who knows us by name & cares for each one of us. In the strength that he gives us may we all seek to look & speak out for the vulnerable in our society.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
6 years
Here is the statement that will be read out in court this morning before the sentencing of #Stansted15
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
3 years
We need an expansive vision of what it means to be English as part of the UK. This will help us rediscover a national unity. Read my @Telegraph article
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
Alleluia, Christ is risen! He has overcome death. In Jesus Christ, God has already done everything that’s necessary for us to enjoy eternal life with him. There’s nothing you can do to earn it or deserve it. It is freely given. We just need to say yes.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
3 years
Praying today for Her Majesty the Queen and for all still living with and suffering from Covid and all who care for them.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
3 years
Whether we should or should not have intervened in Afghanistan 20 years ago is a matter for debate, but leaving this way is causing a humanitarian disaster. Please pray. Please give. And let’s be ready to receive the refugees who will be displaced by the tragic events before us.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
Statement by the Archbishop of York on the death of Her Majesty The Queen
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
Please join me and the Archbishop of Canterbury in praying for Her Majesty the Queen, the Royal Family and our nation
@JustinWelby
Archbishop of Canterbury
2 years
My prayers, and the prayers of people across the @churchofengland and the nation, are with Her Majesty The Queen today. May God’s presence strengthen and comfort Her Majesty, her family, and those who are caring for her at Balmoral.
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Archbishop of York
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Today’s announcement to cut the aid budget is the wrong decision at the wrong time. Not only does it break promises we have made, it undermines that fundamental interconnectedness we have as a global community. We may make a financial saving. But we are all poorer as a result.
@JustinWelby
Archbishop of Canterbury
4 years
The cut in the aid budget - made worse by no set date for restoration - is shameful and wrong. It’s contrary to numerous Government promises and its manifesto. I join others in urging MPs to reject it for the good of the poorest, and the UK’s own reputation and interest.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
With Ryan just after baptising him in the sea at Bridlington
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
3 years
Christ is Risen! He is risen indeed! Let us rejoice in the hope we have in Jesus Christ who rose from the dead and is alive today and longs for all to know him in their lives. Hallelujah!
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
. @synod meets in London from today. Pray for all those who are attending that our conversations can be rooted in love and kindness for one another.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
Out along the queue with my prayer partner Pradeep, meeting police officers from S Yorks and Manchester, along with local scouts who are all here to help those waiting to pay their respects to the Queen. Feeling thankful.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
3 years
Praying for the peace of Jerusalem: for restraint from all sides, and for strength and courage for all those Christian, Jewish, Muslim, secular Israelis and Palestinians who are committed to the path of justice and nonviolence.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
5 years
Our candle burning in the window at Bishopscourt. We’re going to this every day at 7pm till this is over.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
And with a new friend, the fabulous @PB_Curry
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
I am delighted that Helen Ann Hartley is to be the next Bishop of Newcastle @NclDiocese She will bring experience, energy and wisdom to this role and be a blessing to the communities she serves. Wonderful news.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Please join me in giving prayerful thanks for the life of this great human being
@rabbisacks
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy
4 years
Baruch Dayan Ha’Emet. It with the deepest sadness that we regret to inform you that Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks (HaRav Ya’akov Zvi ben David Arieh z’’l) passed away early this morning, Saturday 7th November 2020 (Shabbat Kodesh 20th MarCheshvan 5781).
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
3 years
My Good Friday prayer is that we look at the cross and see there a better way of being human, where we acknowledge our need of God and our need of one another, and where the highest ideals are those of sacrifice and service.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
In other news, the book I’ve been writing on priesthood was published this week. It’s been nearly nine years in the writing and is dedicated to the clergy I have served in the Reading Episcopal area of the Oxford diocese and the wonderful @chelmsdio
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
3 years
As we remember Prince Philip, let us pray for the Queen, the Royal Family, and for all who mourn, that they may experience something of that perfect love of God, shown to us in his Son Jesus Christ, who died and rose again and has prepared a place in glory for those who love him.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
3 years
My prayer today is that we see in Jesus Christ a love that will not let us down; that endures trials and hardships; that not only sustains us through a lifetime, but opens a door on a new lifetime to come.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Arriving at the chapel at Bradwell at the close of my pilgrimage
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
5 years
Got home today to find this on the doorstep from lovely local schools @MPCofEPrimary
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
1 year
A statement on the stance of the Ugandan Church on the criminalisation of LGBTQ+ people in Uganda. To read the text of the statement visit:
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Our back garden new fire as we keep vigil and celebrate the light that shines in the darkness
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
3 years
Last night I spent a moving evening with those being ordained priest in @DioceseOfYork this weekend. Whatever some people may or may not have said about priesthood in @churchofengland I know we need priests. And so as to serve God’s priestly people well, I’m praying for more.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
5 years
In case you think these children should be in school here is their eloquent and challenging reply
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Archbishop of York
2 years
On Pentecost Sunday we rejoice in the sending of the Holy Spirit to inspire and guide us in our journey of faith, renewing and refreshing us so we can be witnesses to the love of God as seen in Jesus Christ. Come Holy Spirit!
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
3 years
Delighted that Bishop Emma Ineson @CarlisleDiocese is to be the new Bishop to @JustinWelby & myself. Her theological depth and pastoral heart will be a huge blessing in this important ministry @churchofengland as together we strive to be a simpler, humbler and bolder church.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Today I’ll be reintroduced to @UKHouseofLords . God grant us wisdom to speak out for justice, equality & truth. Pray for all those who are in positions of leadership in our country that they may work for the good of all.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Socially distanced selfie with +Sophie the new Bishop of Doncaster after a moving service of ordination in @York_Minster this morning
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
Thinking especially today of young people receiving their A level results and what they might mean for the next step. My prayer is that all may know that they are loved for who they are and are not defined by achievements alone.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
I welcome and support @JustinWelby ’s clear condemnation of the language used by Archbishop Ndukuba in his recent statement. I share his sorrow that LGBTI+ people across the world will feel less safe as a result.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
Announcement of the new Bishop of Blackburn Read more:
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
Speaking in @UKHouseofLords @JustinWelby debate about refugees and asylum seekers - our asylum system simply doesn't treat everyone the same. It doesn't give people the dignity, safety and agency that their humanity deserves
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
Joining bishops @churchofengland as we reflect on the Living in Love and Faith consultation, please pray for us in this important work.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
This isn’t quite the way I imagined saying goodbye to the diocese I love and have had the privilege to serve for nearly 10 years. But it is offered with great hope in the joy and peace of Christ in this time of such sadness and hurt.
@chelmsdio
Chelmsford Diocese
4 years
Tomorrow is Bishop Stephen's final day as Bishop of Chelmsford. Join friends and colleagues as they share their prayers and thanks. Tune in at 3.30pm, Easter Sunday, Youtube Premiere- .
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
7 months
Please read my statement on the withdrawal of funding from the Inter Faith Network UK.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
These amazing ladies are numbers one, two and three in the queue to pay their last respects to our late Majesty the Queen. I chatted with them this evening and we sang the first verse of Praise my soul the King of heaven. Wonderful!
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
10 months
A boy from Essex is deeply honoured to receive this award as an adopted son of Yorkshire. Thank you.
@YorksSociety
The Yorkshire Society
10 months
Congratulations to @CottrellStephen on winning the 2023 Yorkshire Award for Man of the Year. He will receive his award - Yorkshire's most prestigious - at a Gala Dinner in Leeds on 1st March 2024. Further details and tickets here:
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Archbishop of York
2 years
Welcoming people from across the north to Bishopthorpe to hear their stories and experiences of poverty. Pope Francis says “solidarity (with the poor) is not sharing the crumbs from the table, but to make space at the table for everyone.” Let us work together for the common good.
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Archbishop of York
3 years
Archbishop @JustinWelby and I are encouraging people to join with the wider church in @Pontifex ’s call to make today a day of prayer and fasting for peace. However and whenever you pray, pray that the world may choose peace. #Ukraine
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Let’s discover a new normal where we are more caring of each other & more determined to live peaceably on the earth. To read my article in today’s @YorkshirePost
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
Delighted Eleanor Sanderson is the new Bishop of Hull @DioceseOfYork @churchofengland #LivingChristsStory Ellie’s feet are firmly on the ground&her eyes on Jesus. Her wisdom & experience will be a great asset to those served in the East Riding #Yorkshire
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Archbishop of York
1 year
Delighted to present His Holiness Pope Francis with a gift made by my wife and potter Rebecca. Inscribed on the bowl are words from St Francis of Assisi’s Canticle of the Sun and an image of the Tree of Life.
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Archbishop of York
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Archbishop of York
2 months
Deeply troubled and saddened by the continued senseless violence plaguing our streets, particularly across the north of England. This action has no place in our society. Grateful for all those seeking peace in these communities including our police forces for their dedication.
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Archbishop of York
2 years
Offering prayers today for our new Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, and for the well-being of our nation and peace in the world.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
On Mothering Sunday we give thanks for the Church of God, for our mums, our families and for all who love and care for us, especially remembering those who for all sorts of reasons find today difficult. May we know the love of God, given unconditionally to all.
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Archbishop of York
3 years
I dare to hope our government may give a more generous welcome to refugees fleeing #Ukraine . We must see in them what Jesus saw in the multitudes that gathered around him, people in need of warmth, security, sanctuary & bread. It is shameful that we lag behind on this.
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Archbishop of York
4 years
My first day as Bishop of @chelmsdio began very early on a cold November morning praying in the chapel at Bradwell. Not quite my last day today, but lovely to return on foot and pray here one last time
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
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Happy #Yorkshireday ! I’m delighted to be moving Back to #Yorkshire & being able to call it my home again. I look forward to working in collaboration with others for the benefit of all who live & work in this amazing, diverse region of people & places. @Yorkshireday
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Archbishop of York
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Praying for all who have suffered and are suffering in Plymouth this weekend and for those who care for them.
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Archbishop of York
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A shortage of clergy would really limit us. We need more vocations. That is my prayer: priests to serve a priestly people. It is the vision set for us in the Ordinal. #Synod
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Archbishop of York
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It is very distressing to hear about the 39 people who have been found dead today in a lorry container in Thurrock. @chelmsdio please pray for them, their families, those who found them and all whose lives are convulsed by these events.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
The House of Bishops meets this afternoon online. Please pray that God will direct, guide, and bless all Bishops in the Church of God. Come, Holy Spirit.
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Archbishop of York
3 years
Today is #HolocaustMemorialDay when we take time to remember the millions of Jewish people & others who were killed in the death camps, and also the atrocities that have taken place since. Let’s build a world of peace where we recognise our shared humanity.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
Please join me in praying for Liz Truss and our government, and for all who on our behalf carry great responsibility to serve our communities.
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Archbishop of York
4 years
Giving my first joint presidential address at virtual @Synod today. Pray for our discussions as together we discern the way forward for @churchofengland in the coming months & years.
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Archbishop of York
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GCSE results day. Join me in praying for the young people who may be feeling anxious about what comes next. Help us to value each and every young person and enable them to flourish and become who God wants them to be.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Celebrated the Eucharist today on the feast of Corpus Christi and prayed especially for the many thousands of Christian people who are not able to receive the sacrament at the moment; that they may still know the closeness and presence of Christ.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
It is a joy and an honour to be your Archbishop and serve this wonderful @DioceseOfYork I’m sorry it is going to take a while for me to get to know you all, but please be assured of my prayers each day.
@DioceseOfYork
Diocese of York
4 years
Our new Archbishop of York, @CottrellStephen , takes his vows #ABY98 #DioceseofYork #YorkCofE
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Archbishop of York
2 years
Signed the book of condolence @York_Minster today. Met with many people sharing stories, giving thanks & praying for Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
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Looking forward to welcoming HRH King Charles and The Queen Consort @York_Minster today as they give out Maundy money to 148 people during the Service at 11am. Delighted York was chosen for the King’s first Maundy service of his reign.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
. @churchofengland @synod meets virtually for the next 3 days. We have much to think about & discuss. Please pray for all those attending that we may listen to one another with care & with love.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
2 years
. @churchofengland @synod begins today. There is much to discuss and we pray for love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness and self control as the Holy Spirit fills our lives & guides our path.
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Archbishop of York
5 years
As I approach a last Christmas in @chelmsdio giving thanks for the clergy and people of this great diocese and all they are doing tonight and tomorrow to declare the peace this world so badly needs.
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Archbishop of York
3 years
We need a movement of people with changed hearts that live in the earth & not just on it, that cherishes the gift of ‘enough’ & that tries to model a way of living which works in harmony with God’s creation, not against it. #COP26
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Being installed as Archbishop of York @York_Minster during Evensong Sunday 18 Oct. The service will be streamed via plus York Minster’s & @churchofengland national social media channels. I ask for your prayers at this time.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
3 years
We continue to pray for peace in Ukraine
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Archbishop of York
3 years
Today my predecessor @JohnSentamu will be reintroduced @UKHouseofLords . We welcome his wisdom & insight, to speak up for those who need a voice in our society.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
4 years
Absolutely delighted to see that @Guli_FD is to be the next Bishop of the wonderful @chelmsdio Much prayer and thanksgiving being offered up here in the Northern Province.
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Archbishop of York
7 years
Wondering what to give up for Lent? Here are three suggestions - 1. Plastic 2. Processed food 3. Pessimism
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Archbishop of York
4 years
The House of Bishops meets today. Please pray for us that we may be sensitive to the work of the Holy Spirit as we seek to do God’s will.
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Archbishop of York
5 years
Trying to spend as much time as possible @UKHouseofLords this week. @chelmsdio prayers appreciated as we try to find ways forward that work for everyone.
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@CottrellStephen
Archbishop of York
7 years
We think of evangelism as one big scary thing. But it could be hundreds and hundreds of lovely little achievable things.
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