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More than 100 volunteers in the Diocese of Derby have been awarded a Bishop’s Badge for service to their church community. The awards were made in two special services in Derby Cathedral by the Bishop of Repton, the Rt Revd Jan McFarlane.
Bishop’s Badge was introduced by Bishop Alastair a few years ago as a way of commending those who had gone the extra mile to help their local parishes and associated communities.
> In pictures (on Flickr):Bishop's Badge - Chesterfield Archdeaconry | Derby Archdeaconry
Among those receiving a Bishop’s Badge this year were:
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Jean Redfern from Hulland Ward. She was awarded her badge for 75 years' service to the RBL Poppy appeal. She started when she was 10, is now 85 and hasn't missed a single year. At the age of 71 she had a pacemaker fitted. The operation was on a Monday and by the Thursday she was out selling poppies again.
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Neil Seviour, who gave life-saving first aid
- Jackie Ainley, who continued to do administrative work for All Saints, Mugginton, from her hospital bed after being diagnosed with a terminal illness. Sadly, Jackie died a week after being told she was to be awarded a badge, but her family were able to tell her about the award and show her pictures before she died. Her Badge was collected on her behalf by her Daughter, Carlotte.
- Alison Barnett is the Tower Captain at St Wilfrid's, West Hallam. She has completely revitalised and re-energised the ringing crew and spent hours training a number of new ringers. They will take part in the ringing event to mark the end of WW1 next month too.
Bishop's Badge has historic links, based on a medal that the very first Bishop of Derby, Bishop Edmund Pearce, had struck to celebrate this new beginning.
Medals were presented to distinguished members of the Diocese and to all those being confirmed in that year. In recent years, Bishop Alastair arranged for a replica of this medal to be minted and mounted in the form of a badge.
Each year, the diocesan Bishop awards these badges, based upon recommendations made, to acknowledge outstanding service to the church.
Derby Cathedral has been highly commended for its work in restoring the cathedral roof in the Construction Project of the Year category at the East Midlands Property Dinner 2018.
Many of our churchyards are known for being a haven for wildlife - but it seems our bell towers and outbuildings are hotbeds for hibernation.
Children and groups across the Diocese have received their Bishop's Badge awards from Bishop Alastair and Bishop Jan.
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The Diocese of Derby paid tribute to Bishop Alastair and wished him and his wife, Caroline, a fond farewell at a service at Derby Cathedral on Saturday.
Enjoy some of the pictures from the service - and see lots more on Flickr!
The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, has paid tribute to The Rt Revd Dr Alastair Redfern, Bishop of Derby, who retires at the end of August after 13 years in the Diocese.
Bishop Alastair has ordained eight new deacons in Derby Cathedral.
Around 5,000 clay figures, depicting players and spectators of Ashbourne’s Shrovetide football game, have gone on display in St Oswald’s church in the town.
Video courtesy of BBC East Midlands Today
Drivers are being encouraged to join an unprecedented national information-gathering campaign launched by the Church of England and the Catholic Church in England and Wales aimed at eradicating modern slavery in hand car washes.
When it comes to getting married, not every bride can tie the knot in their first choice of church. One lucky bride who did is Kelly Hewitt.
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At some time, every member of clergy or at least one officer at a church will receive a call from a journalist.
This could be about something positive happening within the church or (more likely) after a tragedy, an allegation or negative news story.
The tips below are aimed to help you through what can be a stressful situation.
- Call the diocesan Communications Office (01332 388671) – we are here to help and can offer advice or be the point of contact for the media to take the pressure off you.
- If the enquiry is about a negative story or allegation direct the journalist to the Communications Office. It is not always appropriate to comment on every media request.
- If a journalist calls you for a comment on a story, positive or negative, remember that you do not have to make a comment if you don't want to!
They may tell you that they must have a comment or that they are going to print in an hour or something similar to get you to comment straight away, but you are perfectly entitled to say 'no', or to say that you need some time to prepare a correct and accurate reponse.
If they persist, ask them to speak to the Communications Office at Derby Church House (01332 388671) or email communications@derby.anglican.org
- Remember that “the media” isn’t the enemy! Being interviewed can be an invaluable opportunity to share your message with the wider public.
- Avoid speaking “off the cuff”, be polite and offer to phone them back once you have thought about a comment.
- Use this time to prepare and make sure you have all the information you need.
- Only agree to talk about a subject you are confident about. If you can’t help, offer to get someone who can or forward them to the Communications Office.
- Remember that there is no such thing as “Off the record”. Don’t say anything you wouldn’t be happy reading on the front page of The Times.
- Use simple, positive, everyday language. Avoid church jargon!
- Deliver with enthusiasm and energy!
- Enjoy yourself and let the Communications Office know when you are being interviewed and when the item will be published or broadcast.
Communications Office
communications@derby.anglican.org
01332 388671 | 07540 120899
St Alkmund’s Church, Derby are excited to hold an Election Husting event on Wednesday 22nd April, 7.30pm
The evening will take the form of a discussion with the principle candidates for Derby North and Derby South constituencies, along similar lines to the BBC program ‘Question Time’.
The event will be chaired by The Rt Revd Dr Alastair Redfern, Bishop of Derby.
Bishop Alastair said: ‘ It is important for the public to engage with their prospective parliamentary candidates to question the parties’ pledges but also to raise the importance of those policies locally. I am pleased that St Alkmund's are able to provide a space to allow this discussion to take place and look forward to chairing this exciting event’
The event will be attended by representatives of the Conservative party, Green Party, Labour, Liberal Democrat Party and the UK Independence party.
It is anticipated that the discussion will cover a range of topics including:
• Overall political approach and thinking
• Specific policy areas
• local issues relevant to Derby
Audience members are invited to submit a question prior to the event and a selection of the best will be chosen on the night. Audience members will also be able to ask follow on questions around topics under discussion.
For more information about the event visit https://sites.google.com/site/stalkmundshustings2015/home
Doors open to the public at 6.45pm with the event starting at 7.30pm. The event will close at 10pm. All are welcome to attend.
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