"Truth-telling in Sacred Spaces": A diocesan gathering on church heritage and historical injustice

A diocesan gathering on church heritage and historical injustice. Join us to reflect on the Church of England’s role in transatlantic chattel enslavement, recognise that our buildings bear witness to the history of the Church’s conflicted heritage, and affirm our callings within these sacred spaces.

Event Schedule

Please choose which modules to attend when you click 'Register for Event':

• Global-Majority Heritage gathering (12 - 2:30 pm) with our Keynote Speaker (Canon Missioner John Rogers from the Diocese of Barbados) & opportunities for reflection & networking
• Sacred Spaces & their Stories (2:30 - 5 pm) Hear from our parishes on how they have engaged with stories behind the stones'. Reflect on what the process of healing & repair means for our mission, liturgy and connectivity to our local communities.

• Choral Eucharist (5:15 - 6:30 pm) World premiere of ‘Missa brevis’ (Errollyn Wallen, CBE) by the Choir at Croydon Minster 
• Evening Reception (6:30 – 9 pm) Drinks and a standing buffet* with a performance by Soul Sanctuary Gospel Choir

*Whilst tickets for all segments of the gathering are free, please note that a no-show fee may apply for the evening reception.