Building for the future

24 January 2020

JOHN LAING PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION/HISTORIC ENGLAND

Ralph Beyer carves the foundation stone for Coventry Cathedral, 22 February 1956

Historic English has published 2000 newly-digitised, never-seen-before images from the John Laing Collection, as part of its new educational project “Breaking New Ground: The John Laing Photographic Collection”. They include the construction of cathedrals, among them Coventry Cathedral and Clifton Cathedral, Bristol. See gallery for more images

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St Nicholas church, located close to the River Thames, in Chiswick, West London, is an inclusive parish firmly in the liberal catholic tradition, with a strong liturgical worship tradition in a modern catholic style.

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An inspiring leadership opportunity at Christ Church, Southborough - a warm, welcoming evangelical church known for its relaxed, friendly worship and deep love for the Bible.

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The Acting Bishop of Durham invites applications for the position of Team Vicar to serve the parishes of Ebchester St Ebba and Medomsley St Mary Magdalene in Plurality; and Leadgate St Ives, known as the HELM Group.

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Andover Parish is entering a significant season of growth and renewal. We are looking to appoint 2 Associate Ministers in the coming year (one now), with complementary giftings, to join our team at this pivotal moment.

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Alto, Tenor and Bass Choral Scholar/Section Leader Roles

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We invite applications for ALTO, TENOR, and BASS Choral Scholar/Section Leader roles at Selby Abbey to begin in September 2026, or as soon as possible afterwards.

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