Archbishop of Canterbury visiting Dorset for 'mission-led' weekend

Justin Welby will be a guest of the Salisbury Diocese

Author: Faye TryhornPublished 30th May 2023
Last updated 30th May 2023

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, is set to visit the Diocese that covers Dorset for what's being described as a 'mission-led' weekend.

He'll be coming here from 9th to 11th June, with a number of local engagements planned.

They include meeting with school children in Dorset, and members of the Gypsy and Traveller community in Poole, as well as a breakfast session with local business and civic leaders on Portland.

The visit is aimed at giving the Archbishop a chance to 'meet with and listen to those who do not usually attend church, as well as support volunteers and Christian communities'.

Archbishop Justin said:

“I am looking forward to sharing in the diocese’s ministry with people from all walks of life. A huge part of the Christian mission is sharing the love of Jesus Christ with people as they are, where they are – bringing a joyful and compassionate heart to our neighbourhoods and communities.

"Whether with those in our armed forces, members of the traveller community, and children and young people, I want to talk to people about the transformational love Jesus Christ offers us all.”

The Bishop of Salisbury, Stephen Lake, said:

“Just a year into my role as the bishop of Salisbury, it’s fantastic to have Archbishop Justin here, inspiring and encouraging us. I hope as many people as possible will come along to the events that have been planned and get a chance to hear directly from him how his own life has been transformed by Christ.”

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