This weekend, family, friends, clergy and congregations from across the diocese gathered at Gloucester Cathedral to celebrate the ordinations of 18 candidates. Priest photos: Album on Facebook Download in high
Month: June 2026
An update regarding the Living Alongside Bats in Churches Grant
The Bat Conservation Trust are excited to announce that the next round of applications will open 17 August 2026, and close at 10am on 26 October 2026. We encourage any
Celebrating Pride at St Mary’s
St Mary’s Thornbury welcomed around 70 children from Castle Secondary School who took part in the school’s Pride March on 22 June. During what was one of the warmest weeks
Denise: “It’s all about Jesus, wherever he sends us”
Standing in the rain during a walk by Ripon College Cuddesdon, Denise found herself surrounded by bright yellow fields. They immediately reminded her of the terraced yellow fields of China,
Message from Bishop Robert, 30 June 2026
At the ordination services last weekend, Bishop Rachel reminded those gathered that “the Church is the Body of Christ, the people of God and the dwelling-place of the Holy Spirit.”
Open The Gospel – 5 July – The Fifth Sunday after Trinity, Matthew 11.16 – 19, 25
5 July – The Fifth Sunday after Trinity, Matthew 11.16 – 19, 25 16 ‘But to what will I compare this generation? It is like children sitting in the market-places and
Faith, family and calling: Lorna’s story
When Lorna Theophilus met a female priest who was also raising young children, something shifted. “It was the first time I’d seen somebody who was like me,” she said. She
Little Pilgrims, summer digital campaign
This summer, throughout July and August, we’ll be running a social media campaign called ‘Little Pilgrims’. The aim is to help families discover (or rediscover) our church buildings, not just
Bishop Rachel joins ‘Time to Act’ campaign
Bishop Rachel is continuing to raise her voice for justice and peace across Palestine and Israel, adding her support to the national ‘Time To Act’ campaign. She said: “As Christians
Message from Bishop Rachel, 23 June 2026
This week I will be on retreat with our ordinands as they prepare for their ordination as deacon or priest this weekend.
Great Get Together conversations
Bishop Rachel has hosted a Great Get Together, aiming to give people opportunities to reflect on the things that draw us together and the things that separate us. The Great
Message from Bishop Rachel and Bishop Robert: Historical adoption practices
The Church of England has today apologised for its role in historical adoption practices, particularly in mother and baby homes. You can read the full apology and report on the
Open The Gospel – 28 June – The Fourth Sunday after Trinity, Matthew 10.10 – end
28 June – The Fourth Sunday after Trinity, Matthew 10.10 – end 40 ‘Whoever welcomes you welcomes me, and whoever welcomes me welcomes the one who sent me. 41Whoever welcomes a prophet
Message from Bishop Robert, 16 June 2026
It was a great privilege last weekend to be in our link diocese of Västerås in Sweden as the guest of Bishop Mikael Mogren, joining in their ordination services. On
Updated guidance on drones
The drone guidance has been updated to reflect the latest Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) framework (2026), including the introduction of Flyer ID and Operator ID requirements, UK class marks, and
A pilgrimage of remembrance: ‘In Monty’s Footsteps’
Pilgrimage is being rediscovered not only as travel, but as a way of prayer, reflection and connection.
Open The Gospel – 21 June – The Third Sunday after Trinity, Matthew 10.24-39
21 June – The Third Sunday after Trinity, Matthew 10.24-39 24 Jesus said to the twelve, ‘A disciple is not above the teacher, nor a slave above the master; 25it is enough
10:10 Circle for 2026/27
We are delighted to let you know that the third cohort of the 10:10 Circle is starting in the autumn. Four days have been booked to meet with people who
Andy’s journey from headteacher to ordinand
When Andy Everett is ordained deacon this summer, it will mark the culmination of a journey that began more than 35 years ago as a student teacher. Kathryn, the woman
Churches gather to bless River Avon
On Sunday 14 June, Tewkesbury Abbey and St Mary’s Magdalene, Twyning will celebrate and bless the River Avon as part of a wider group of churches that are coming together
Message from Bishop Rachel, 9 June 2026
If you ever travel to London from this part of the world, you will arrive at Paddington station, and like me you may enjoy watching children and adults alike sitting next to the statue of Paddington Bear as they pose for a photograph.
Open The Gospel – 14 June – The Second Sunday after Trinity, Matthew 9.35 – 10.8
14 June – The Second Sunday after Trinity, Matthew 9.35 – 10.8 35 Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and proclaiming the good news
Ordinations 2026: Livestream
This weekend, family, friends, clergy and congregations from across the diocese gathered at Gloucester Cathedral to watch and celebrate the ordinations of 18 candidates. The following candidates were ordained as
Sea Sunday 2026
Churches across the UK and around the world are being invited to take part in Sea Sunday 2026, a global day of prayer, reflection and action for the 1.9 million
