Another explorers’ course which might be a good one in some contexts, this time from Oasis. It is based on Steve Chalke’s book ‘Being Human’ and is a video basedContinue reading
Month: August 2017
LIDO, Pool Baptism
“Bursting back out into newness of life” CNC in Cheltenham are hosting a Baptism at their local pool, a place familiar to, and well used by, the local community. The communityContinue reading
Bishop Rachel responds to Good Childhood Report
Bishop Rachel was was shocked and saddened after reading the latest research released from the Children’s Society
New art based explorers’ course developed by St Martin in the fields
‘Inspired to Follow’ This new course sounds really intriguing. Discussions are based around fine art paintings from the National Gallery, which put alongside a biblical story and a short reflectionContinue reading
To all PCCs: Important note regarding renewing your church building insurance
We are aware that there are a number of parishes in the diocese, which have not switched to the new Parish Plus parish policy by Ecclesiastical Insurance yet, but haveContinue reading
Keeping prayer at the heart of the Diocese
Keeping prayer at the heart of the Diocese: Spotlight on the Revd Liz Palin, Diocesan Spirituality Advisor The Revd Liz Palin is a vicar in the North Cheltenham Team Ministry,Continue reading
Doors to open on refitted Bourton church
The newly reordered St Lawrence’s in Bourton on the Water will be reopened on Thursday 28 September after six months of building work. The church community are inviting everyone forContinue reading
Church and charities giving kids fun, food and friends
Churches and Christian charities around Gloucestershire have been opening up holiday clubs and lunch clubs to feed children whose families are on tight budgets and give them a chance toContinue reading
Vicar has pizza plan for his new patch
Hucclecote’s new vicar, the Revd Mark Close has a passion for building and supporting community and has a creative plan to help him get to know his neighbours. This handyContinue reading
May the shadow of the moon fall on a world at peace
Following the broadcast of the total solar eclipse seen by Americans in 1979 news anchor Frank Reynolds said: ‘Not until 21 August 2017 will another eclipse be visible from North America.Continue reading
New Methodist bursary for rural church leaders and community projects
‘Germinate Leadership’ is a cross-denominational 18 month personal development programme for lay and ordained rural church leaders, designed to release your creative and entrepreneurial talent. We want to encourage participantsContinue reading
Charitable Grants List 2017
The National Charitable Grants List was updated in May 2017 and provides practical information on potential sources of national funding for various church related projects. The list is broken downContinue reading
The Gloucestershire Environmental Trust to close
The Gloucestershire Environmental Trust, which provides funding for the benefit of communities across the county has announced that it is closing its doors to new grant applications. The Trust hasContinue reading
Rector Steve moves from South Africa to Stroudwater
The Stroudwater Benefice is celebrating the arrival of a new Rector, the Revd Steve Harrison, who has come to this post from a parish in Durban, South Africa. Steve said:Continue reading
‘Whodunnit’ mysteries helped put Cam’s new vicar on path to ordination
Keen reader and former teaching assistant Fiona Crocker will become the new vicar of Cam with Stinchcombe this autumn. Fiona has always enjoyed reading, preferring detective novels that gave herContinue reading
Foundations in theology, ministry and mission
Is God calling you into greater public involvement in the life of your church, to serve your local congregation, live out your faith in the world and serve your localContinue reading
Addicted to your phone
Has anyone else noticed that it feels increasingly hard to be away from your phone? If I’m taking time to be quiet, or to pray, I am much more consciousContinue reading
Royalty and Retirement
The Queen and Prince Philip had greatness thrust upon them sooner than expected; Elizabeth was only 25 when her father died and she instantly became Queen of the United Kingdom,Continue reading
The Great Community Mural Competition
Ecclesiastical are holding an Art Competition which your Church can get involved in! Get Inspired, Get Creative, Get Inventive and create a piece of art that shows how your ChurchContinue reading
Alpha – Got Questions About LIFE? Try Alpha
Got Questions About LIFE? Try Alpha The Alpha Course is focused on the different talking points of faith. Explore questions about LIFE and spirituality with engaging and inspiring conversations. JoinContinue reading
