“Over the past decade, the number of churches in use has fallen from about 42,000 to 39,800, according to The Bierley Research Consultancy. With no support from central authorities, it’s in the congregation’s responsibility to find funds for repairs…”
“The old parishes are mostly real communities, and the whole parish still often has a strong sense of connection with the parish church, reflected in the high rate of occasional offices proportionate to the population. Read more…
“The value of the parish system comes from the fact that it can reach out to all sections of the community across England. Yet, as many of your correspondents have pointed out, the parish system Read more…
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