The Archbishop of Canterbury is visiting churches, schools and communities on the Isle of Wight today (Friday, October 13).
The Most Rev Justin Welby will meet churchgoers and non-churchgoers, and hopes to visit two local secondary schools, where pupils will be given the chance to ask him questions.
He’ll also meet those who offer Christian ministry in churches, prisons and care homes.
Earlier this month, Archbishop Justin said: “I’m really looking forward to my trip, to meeting people who are serving God in local communities, and seeing how the Holy Spirit is moving in churches, schools, care homes, and beyond.
“I know the people of the diocese are sharing the good news of the Kingdom in new and exciting ways, so more and more people might know the love of God in Jesus Christ. It will be a privilege to be alongside them in October.”
Today, he'll visit Christ the King College in Newport and meet staff and governors, bless the new chapel and spend time with students of all ages at three different sessions.
He’ll then travel to The Bay C of E School in Sandown, where he will hear the school choir sing, tour the school with school pastors, take part in two conferences with students, and meet parents and staff.
The Archbishop will share his faith in Jesus at a mission event at Holy Trinity Church, Bembridge this evening.
Before leaving the Island tomorrow lunchtime (Saturday, October 14), he'll meet those who minister in the Island’s churches over breakfast, before a visit to inmates, staff and chaplains at HMP Isle of Wight.
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