Bishop Rachel’s Chrism Eucharist sermon is now available
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Vocations Sunday
Every year Vocations Sunday is the third Sunday after Easter; this year it is 12 May
Sports Ministry: Wild+Fit in Gloucester Cathedral
Wild+Fit has been a fantastic fitness and wellbeing event in Gloucester Cathedral, introducing people to holistic and fun exercises, as well as raising funds for Gloucester City Mission. The CathedralContinue reading
Wholeness and Healing Day a great success
People from all over the Diocese of Gloucester came together for an amazing day of healing and wholeness in Churchdown last weekend. A day for God to work within people andContinue reading
Diocesan Advisory Committee celebrates 100 years!
The celebration of the centenary of the founding of Gloucester DAC took place on 21 February – one hundred years to the day after the first ever meeting ofContinue reading
Join us for WILD & FIT inside Gloucester Cathedral
Ever done an exercise class in a cathedral? Wild and Fit is going to be an fantastic wellbeing event, fun for the all ages and abilities – lycra optional! FundsContinue reading
Diocesan Celebration of Healing and Wholeness, Churchdown
Join us for a day of prayer, healing and wholeness. Meet with a spiritual director or take part in one of the many (quiet) activities going on!
Archdeacon Phil welcomes Archdeacon Hilary to new role
First New Archdeacon Team Selfie! Great to welcome @revrill as the Archdeacon of Gloucester. pic.twitter.com/XnChXBUTIV — Phil Andrew (@venphilandrew) January 27, 2019 Follow Archdeacon Hilary on Twitter here >>
Under 5 and flourishing
On 30 March 2019, we will be running a day full of inspiration and exploration for anyone engaging with our youngest children
Running an art exhibition at your church: Case study – St Mary’s Church, Bibury
As an example of an art exhibition in a church, Paul Hobbs has written a report on a show of his at St Mary’s Church, Bibury. The exhibition was comprisedContinue reading
Discover DeCrypt’s Community Art Project: Dry Bones Live
“And shall these dry bones live?” Ezekiel. Discover DeCrypt is the project to regenerate the historic church of St Mary de Crypt and the Old Crypt Schoolroom in Southgate Street,Continue reading
Encouraging Sports Mission update from PSALMS
Last year one lunchtime club had 10 attending, now almost 50 kids per week are hearing and interacting with faith in an active way
Resolve: a course to strengthen the mind, inspire the soul and deepen relationships
In a bid to help people live happier, healthier lives, the church is running groups around Gloucestershire to support people with their new year’s resolutions. People that sign up toContinue reading
The Real Me
Working in partnership to create ways of helping children and young people explore their real value and identity. The Real Me: Messy Church resources now available
Christmas attendance at highest level for more than a decade
While traditional Sunday attendance edged lower in 2017 (in line with long-term trends), the numbers attending Christmas services increased by 3.4 per cent to 2.68 million nationally
Clergy Day: Learning to think and pray the Gospel of John
This week, Professor David Ford, Emeritus Regius Professor of Divinity at the University of Cambridge, spoke at our Clergy Day on his specialist subject; the Gospel of John. Asking theContinue reading
How are parishes using digital media?
Following a research audit of the various church digital presences across the Diocese of Gloucester, we can now offer some insights into how different groups are using various platforms. OneContinue reading
Modern Slavery: how you can help to take action
Thursday 18th October 2018 is Anti-Slavery Day. There are more than 40 million people around the world trapped in some form of modern slavery – it happens right here in Gloucestershire.
Bishop Rachel leading change to women’s judicial system
The Bishop of Gloucester hosted an event in the House of Lords on Monday 15 October, to challenge the effectiveness of the recently launched Female Offender Strategy. Her aim isContinue reading
Be part of a Ministry Experience Scheme and live in a small community
A new way to try out a variety of ministries is now available. A Ministry Experience Scheme will enable you to live in a small community; exploring and sharing withContinue reading
Join us at the Cheltenham Festivals!
With over a week still to go, there’s plenty of time to get involved with our Chatterbox Tent at the Cheltenham Literature Festival, which runs until 14 Oct. Based aroundContinue reading
Buzzing at Stroud Sacred Music Festival!
Peace breaks out in Stroud; we meet the team behind the festival and find out what it means to the community
Advent to Epiphany: Resource sharing event
The season from Advent to Epiphany can be demanding of both time and inspiration! This event will be a great place to share resources and experience. Come and share yourContinue reading
A cracking Christmas campaign with some simple wins for churches!
#FollowTheStar is the Church of England’s 2018 Christmas campaign, and offers some easy ways to get involved
