Racial Justice Sunday Resources and Events
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Sunday 8th of February is Racial Justice Sunday and we’ve compiled a list of some of the resources, events and services from around the Church of England.
Do let us know if you’ve got a special service or event happening for the day and we’ll add it to the list.
Racial Justice Sunday Resources
Churches Together in Britain and Ireland (CTBI): The full “Love your Neighbour” resources https://ctbi.org.uk/resources/racial-justice-sunday-8-february-2026/
Church of England: Liturgical Resources for the Racial Justice Sunday
Diocese of Bristol: Resources to support churches and individuals as they mark Racial Justice Sunday, offering space for reflection, prayer, and conversation. https://www.bristol.anglican.org/visionandpriorities/racial-justice/resources-for-racial-justice-sunday.php
Diocese in Europe: Various resources and inspiration including Diocese in Europe Racial Justice Sunday Eucharist download https://www.europe.anglican.org/resources/racial-justice-sunday
Diocese of Sheffield: A downloadable Racial Justice Leaflet “Christians as Confident Anti-Racists” including Gospel imperatives and simple terminology. https://www.sheffield.anglican.org/racial-justice-sunday/
Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham: A collection of materials and ideas when focusing on issues of racial justice for Racial Justice Sunday on 8th February 2026. https://learning.southwell.anglican.org/resources/racialjusticesunday26
Events and Services
The services mentioned below will offer a varying amount of focus on Racial Justice Sunday, please contact the church directly if you require further information.
Diocese of Bath and Wells
Wells Cathedral: - Resistance, Racial Justice & Reconciliation an exhibition and events to mark Racial Justice Sunday
3rd February - 1st March, 09:00 - 16:30 A Celebration of Demonstration
A photography exhibition exploring Black Lives Matter protests in London and Somerset that took place during the covid-19 pandemic.
8 February 2026 - 10.30am, Cathedral Eucharist on Racial Justice Sunday
A special service of the Cathedral Eucharist to mark Racial Justice Sunday, with guest preacher The Reverend Canon Sonia Barron, former Co-chair of the Church of England’s Anti-Racism Taskforce and member of the Archbishops Commision for Racial Justice.
Wednesday 25 February 2026, 7pm–9pm Talk and Q&A: What does Racial Justice and Reconciliation look like?
An evening exploring the legacy of Transatlantic Slavery and examples of reparative action in both the UK and the Caribbean. The event includes a Q&A and talks, notably “From Shame to Taking Action on Reparative Justice” by John Dower, Reparations Campaigner and Cofounder of Heirs of Slavery.
Diocese of Blackburn
Blackburn Cathedral - Blackburn Cathedral will host its annual service to mark Racial Justice Sunday at 10.30am on Sunday 8th February 2026. 10:30am
Christ Church, Lancaster - All Together service (all age) for Racial Justice Sunday at 10am. Followed by a free parish lunch! All are welcome.
Diocese of Canterbury
Canterbury Cathedral Racial Justice Sunday, 8 Feb 2026 - 'Love Your Neighbour'
This Sunday we will welcome the Reverend Guy Hewitt, Director of the Church of England Racial Justice Unit, as our preacher at our 11am Sung Eucharist for Racial Justice Sunday.
Diocese of Chelmsford
Chelmsford Cathedral 8th February - Eucharist services at 09.30 am and 11.15 am, preacher Revd Sharon Quilter, Diocesan Racial Justice Officer
Diocese of Chester
St. Mary’s Parish Church, Stockport Feb 8 from 12:30pm to 3:30pm. Join us for an inspiring, in-person event that brings everyone together to explore unity, equality, and the shared power of culture.
Through interactive discussions, creative activities, and reflection, everyone will celebrate racial justice. Expect thought-provoking conversations, collaborative art moments, and a chance to connect with others committed to positive change. It is a family friendly event, so bring along your children and friends. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/racial-justice-sunday-2026-tickets-1976434253055
St Hilda, Latchford, Racial Justice Sunday Service, 8 Feb 2026, 4 p.m.
Diocese of Chichester
Chichester Cathedral - The Cathedral will be hosting the main service at 11:00am with their Racial Justice Co-ordinator, Mr Vitalis Ngwambi, giving the key address.
Other key services will also be held in the following churches:
At Luke's in Prestonville Brighton at 10:30am
St Paul's in Chichester at 10:00am (please register here)
St John the Baptiste Church Westfield at 9:30am.
Diocese of Guildford
Guildford Cathedral, celebrating Racial Justice Sunday during the 9.45 Eucharist with preacher The Rt Revd Rosemarie Mallett
Diocese of Leeds:
St Agnes Church, Stoney Rock Lane Leeds, LS9 7UQ, 11.30am A Sunday Service highlighting Racial Justice. Followed by a free lunch. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/racial-justice-sunday-tickets-1980879069621
Diocese of Lincoln
Lincoln Cathedral - Join people from across Lincolnshire in marking Racial Justice Sunday 2026 at a special service in Lincoln Cathedral on Sunday 8 February 2026, starting at 3.45pm. https://lincolncathedral.com/events/racial-justice-sunday-service/
Diocese of London
St Stephen & St Thomas Church, Shepherd’s Bush Feb 8 from 3pm to 5:30pm, Diocese of London Racial Justice Sunday Service, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/diocese-of-london-racial-justice-sunday-service-tickets-1978887244017
Diocese of Manchester
Manchester Cathedral – 10:30am Sung Eucharist celebrating Racial Justice Sunday with preacher Revd Canon Grace Thomas
Diocese of Norwich
Upton St Margaret, NR13 6AN, Joint Benefice Service for Racial Justice Sunday, 8 Feb 2026, 10:30 a.m. A special joint benefice service of Holy Communion to mark Racial Justice Sunday. Worship will be supported by the African drummers from the International Music Group & The Waterside Benefice Scratch Band.
Refreshments with a taste of the Caribbean served after the service.
Diocese of Oxford
All Saints, Brill HP18 9RT all age worship at 4pm, 8th February. Where they will be designing flags for God's kingdom
Diocese of Sheffield
St James Church, Doncaster, Racial Justice Sunday
Holy communion service at 10:15
Urdu service at 14:30
Led by youth after the Breathe Deep Youth gathering.
Diocese of Southwark
Southwark Cathedral, Sat 7 Feb 2026 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Truth-telling in sacred spaces: A diocesan gathering on church heritage and historical injustice. https://www.tickettailor.com/events/dioceseofsouthwark/1907951
St Clement with St Peter, East Dulwich Sung Parish Mass for Racial Justice Sunday 8th , 10am
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