St Boniface Awards 2026

The Company of St Boniface was established by the Bishop of Exeter as a way of honouring lay people who have made an outstanding contribution to the life of the Church in Devon.

Criteria

Criteria for nomination as a Companion of St Boniface include:

making a significant difference in their church community or field of ministry
fruitfulness in mission and evangelism
outstanding engagement with children and young people
improving life for others by bringing communities together in new ways
displaying moral courage and vision in making and delivering tough choices
making a valuable contribution to the care of creation and/or addressing climate change
Services to safeguarding

The awards are open to lay people who are worshipping members of an Anglican church in the Diocese of Exeter, but not diocesan employees. They are also open to staff, volunteers and governors of Church of England schools in the Diocese.

Young People

We are keen to encourage nominations for people aged 11-18 so please do consider young people when considering who to nominate.

Nominations Panel

Nominations will be considered by a panel comprising of the Bishop of Exeter, the Bishop of Crediton, the Bishop of Plymouth, and the Chairs of the House of Laity and Clergy of the Diocesan Synod. The relevant Archdeacon, Rural Dean or Lay Chair will be consulted prior to a decision. Successful nominees to become Companions of St Boniface will be notified by the end of March.