Christian Aid Cycle Ride
This year, the parishioners of St Matthew's, St Sidwell's and St Mark's in Exeter are marking Christian Aid week in an unusual way.
Three members of the preaching team in the parishes, the rector Simon Croft and two of the readers, Tina and David Smith, are cycling across Devon in a two-day sponsored ride, on 16th & 17th May. On their way, they plan to stop and pray at the churches they pass o... More >
Ministry > Pastoral Care & Counselling
The Diocesan Pastoral Care and Counselling Service exists to provide confidential help in times of emotional or psychological difficulty, for diocesan clergy and for lay peole who are on the payroll of the Diocese, and for their partners and children.
Access to the service is through the Coordinator of the Counselling Service, Julie Barrett.
What kind of difficulty?
Everyday life creates stresses and strains-personally, at home and at work. Normally we cope with these as part of life. There are however times when ... more >
Confidentiality
The service is very confidential. Information as to who uses the service and what help they receive is not available to the Bishop or his staff, unle ... more >
Cost
Although Counselling and Psychotherapy are generally expensive processes, there is no charge for the use of the Pastoral Care and Counselling Service, ... more >