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Franciscans in Solomon Islands Mark 800 Years Since St Francis
From 1 to 4 October 2026, the Society of St Francis in Solomon Islands will gather at La Verna Friary, Hautambu, for a landmark celebration marking the 800th anniversary of the death of St Francis of Assisi. The event also coincides with the annual Feast of St Francis and is expected to draw Brothers, Third…
A New Home for Learning: Girls’ Dormitory Opened at St Stephen Secondary School, Pamua
Eighty female students at St Stephen Secondary School Strand, Pamua, in Makira-Ulawa Province, now have a safe and comfortable place to live and study, following the blessing and official handover of a new girls’ dormitory on 29 September 2026. The newly completed permanent dormitory, named “The Melanesian Mission United Kingdom”, was blessed by the Archbishop…
Bishop of Exeter talks about his trip to Solomons
The Bishop of Exeter, the Rt. Rev’d Dr Mike Harrison, chats to Chloe Axford, Exeter Diocese’s Director of Communications, about his summer 2026 visit to Solomon Islands in the Anglican Province of Melanesia, which has a historic link with the Diocese of Exeter. https://vimeo.com/1228830933?share=copy&fl=cl&fe=ci
A Powerful Witness to Reconciliation
At MMUK’s Festival Day Eucharist in Exeter on 19 September 2026, Bishop Sam Corley spoke movingly about a remarkable act of reconciliation that took place at the headquarters of the Melanesian Brotherhood at Tabalia, Solomon Islands, in July 2026. During Bishop Sam’s sermon, he reflected on a gathering that brought together members of the Brotherhood…
Living Water: Helping Melanesian Communities Monitor a Changing Climate
As Christians around the world mark the Season of Creation 2026, we are invited to reflect on the theme of” Living Water”, inspired by Ezekiel 47:9-12, where water flowing from God’s presence brings healing, renewal and abundant life. The passage reminds us that caring for creation is not simply an environmental concern, but a spiritual…
Strengthening a Historic Link: Bishop Mike Harrison Reflects on His Visit to Melanesia
In August Bishop Mike Harrison and his wife Rachel, travelled to the Province of Melanesia, visiting churches, schools, religious communities and development projects. The visit also celebrated the long and historic relationship between the Diocese of Exeter and the Melanesian Church, a connection that stretches back to the nineteenth century through Bishop John Coleridge Patteson,…
Melanesian Mission UK Holds Annual General Meeting in Exeter
More than 70 members and supporters of Melanesian Mission UK (MMUK) gathered at St Stephen’s Church, High Street, Exeter, on Saturday 19 September for the charity’s Annual General Meeting. The meeting opened with the Chair of Trustees, The Rt Revd Sam Corley, reading an address from the Anglican Church of Melanesia, bringing greetings and encouragement…
A Shared Story Across the Seas: A Message from the Anglican Church of Melanesia
One of the highlights of the Melanesian Mission UK AGM and Festival Day on Saturday 19 September was a special address from Adrian Toni, the recently appointed General Secretary of The Anglican Church of Melanesia. Although unable to be present in Exeter, Adrian sent a message of greeting that reminded everyone gathered that the partnership…
Companions to the Melanesian Brotherhood Gather in Exeter for Annual Meeting
Companions and friends of the Melanesian Brotherhood gathered at the Bishop’s Palace, Exeter, on Friday 18 September for the annual meeting of the UK Companions. Participants travelled from across the United Kingdom, with some making the journey from as far afield as Scotland and Northern Ireland, reflecting the deep affection and commitment that exists for…
Prayers Following a Ferry Disaster in Vanuatu
At least one person has died and more than 30 remain missing after a ferry sank off the coast of Vanuatu while travelling from Ambae and Santo. The Archbishop of Melanesia has posted his prayers and solidarity. God of the sea and of every shore, We pray for the people of Vanuatu following the…
Safeguarding Training Strengthens Safe Church Commitment in Ysabel
More than 180 clergy, lay leaders and theological students in the Diocese of Ysabel have completed safeguarding training as part of the Anglican Church of Melanesia’s Safe Church Programme. Held in early September, the training brought together 43 theological students and spouses at Mano Wadrokal School of Theology and Ministry in Tasia, alongside around 140…
Sisters of the Church Fence at TNK
Earlier this year, MMUK Executive Director Katie Drew visited the Sisters of the Church at Tetete Ni Kolivuti (TNK), where she saw first-hand how important a secure perimeter fence is for the safety of the Sisters and the wider community. In this video, Revd Sr Veronica CSC, Provincial Sister of the Community, explains why this…