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Read more about the article Exploring ancient Christian sites of Cyprus

Exploring ancient Christian sites of Cyprus

  • Post author:Helen Perry
  • Post published:03/03/2026
  • Post category:Church/Cyprus/News/The Gulf

St Mark Famagusta and Christ Church Ayia Napa organised a memorable day out on Saturday to explore some of the most important Christian sites in Cyprus, in the north of…

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Read more about the article Bishop Sean: a message and prayers for the Diocese

Bishop Sean: a message and prayers for the Diocese

  • Post author:Helen Perry
  • Post published:01/03/2026
  • Post category:Church/Cyprus/News/The Gulf

At this time of uncertainty in our Diocese, Bishop Sean shares a message and prayer--including (below) from the Right Reverend Guli Francis-Dehqani, Bishop of Chelmsford.

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Read more about the article Iran: A message from Archbishop Hosam

Iran: A message from Archbishop Hosam

  • Post author:Helen Perry
  • Post published:28/02/2026
  • Post category:Church/Cyprus/News/The Gulf

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Read more about the article Welcome back, Revd Navina

Welcome back, Revd Navina

  • Post author:Helen Perry
  • Post published:22/02/2026
  • Post category:Church/Cyprus/News/The Gulf

Bishop Sean and the congregation of St Helena Larnaca formally welcomed newly appointed parish priest the Reverend Navina Thompson during the Celebration of the Holy Eucharist this morning.Revd Navina was…

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Read more about the article Bishop’s Lenten Appeal for Ras Morbat Eye Clinic

Bishop’s Lenten Appeal for Ras Morbat Eye Clinic

  • Post author:Helen Perry
  • Post published:19/02/2026
  • Post category:Church/Cyprus/News/The Gulf

Please click on the image below to read Bishop Sean's message in full

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Read more about the article Innovative HR ministry in Jebel Ali

Innovative HR ministry in Jebel Ali

  • Post author:Helen Perry
  • Post published:11/02/2026
  • Post category:Church/Cyprus/News/The Gulf

An innovative ministry is underway at Christ Church Jebel Ali, providing practical support to those at critical junctures in their working life.Led by the Reverend Jim Young and Manisha Cornelius,…

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Read more about the article Breaking the Chains of Injustice: USPG meets in Manila

Breaking the Chains of Injustice: USPG meets in Manila

  • Post author:Helen Perry
  • Post published:09/02/2026
  • Post category:Church/Cyprus/News/The Gulf

Bishop Sean is in Manila, attending the USPG International Consultation 2026—Breaking the Chains of Injustice: reimaging missional theology today.Delegates yesterday attended the Cathedral of St Michael the Archangel—a wonderful opportunity…

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Read more about the article Synod 2026 in Bahrain

Synod 2026 in Bahrain

  • Post author:Helen Perry
  • Post published:08/02/2026
  • Post category:Church/Cyprus/News/The Gulf

Members of Synod met this week in Bahrain, opening on 2 February with an uplifting Opening Eucharist at St Christopher’s Cathedral, with the Right Reverend Sean Semple presiding. As the…

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Read more about the article Tucker Carlson Show: Archbishop Hosam on the suffering of Christians in the Holy Land

Tucker Carlson Show: Archbishop Hosam on the suffering of Christians in the Holy Land

  • Post author:Helen Perry
  • Post published:06/02/2026
  • Post category:Church/Cyprus/News/The Gulf

Archbishop Hosam gives a wide-ranging interview to Tucker Carlson at the Baptismal Site in Jordan, on the treatment of Christians in the Holy Land. Please click here to watch the interview.

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Read more about the article House of Clergy retreat: Reflection on faith in Cyprus and the Gulf

House of Clergy retreat: Reflection on faith in Cyprus and the Gulf

  • Post author:Helen Perry
  • Post published:01/02/2026
  • Post category:Church/Cyprus/News/The Gulf

Today, the eve of Synod, members of the Diocesan House of Clergy gathered for a retreat on the shores of the Arabian Gulf in Manama, Bahrain.Taking as its theme that…

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