Today we pray for schools and colleges, children and young people. We pray that all might be nurtured and that no-one would be overlooked. #PrayerForTheNation
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A message from Bishop Rachel: Diocesan Synod Presidential Address, given on Saturday 28 November
Tomorrow is Advent Sunday – the start of the new Church year – and with Advent comes a time of watching and waiting. You might feel as if you’ve done a bit too much of that recently.
Nov 29: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for family, friends and loved ones. We lift to God those we hold in our hearts – praying for their health, their well-being and their sense ofContinue reading
Nov 28: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for all who are grieving, and all suffering with physical and mental ill-health. We ask that in God’s great loving kindness they might know God’s sustaining presenceContinue reading
Godly Play Advent videos 2020
The Revd Jo Wetherall shares videos to take us through Advent using the Godly Play materials. Feel the anticipation as Christmas comes closer and the special day that changes everythingContinue reading
Nov 27: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for those who are in positions of authority, with responsibility for decision making at national and local level. We ask that God would give great wisdom, and deepContinue reading
Nov 26: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for the NHS and other key workers. Today we voice our gratitude for those who serve this country in the National Health Service and pray for thatContinue reading
Bishop Rachel’s new book Encounters: Jesus, connection and story: past, present and future.
Encounters Jesus, connection and story: past, present and future By Rachel Treweek, Bishop of Gloucester ‘Bishop Rachel’s book reminds us that the tangle and connectedness of human lives cannot beContinue reading
Nov 25: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Join us today at 6pm as we pray for businesses, the workplace and economic wellbeing. We lift before God those who have lost their jobs and face an uncertain andContinue reading
Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness
If you are experiencing domestic and sexual abuse during lockdown, the rules allow you to leave your home for safety reasons. These services are all offering support to people inContinue reading
Nov 24: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for the elderly, isolated and vulnerable. We echo God’s commitment to those most at risk of this virus by praying for those who are particularly vulnerable. #PrayerForTheNation
Christmas trails round up
Churches across the diocese are planning Christmas trails to spread some comfort and joy in their local communities.
Sponsored toilet block supports Tanzanian school children
The congregation at St Philp’s and St James Church, Hucclecote has sponsored a new toilet block for Murubona school, in Western Tanganyika. Murubona School which is in our partner DioceseContinue reading
Nov 23: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for schools and colleges, children and young people. We pray that all might be nurtured and that no-one would be overlooked. #PrayerForTheNation
Ride+Stride 2020 raises over £35k
Ride+Stride 2020 was a huge success, raising £35,000+ for church renovation and improvement grants in the area
Nov 22: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for family, friends and loved ones. We lift to God those we hold in our hearts – praying for their health, their well-being and their sense ofContinue reading
Nov 21: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for all who are grieving, and all suffering with physical and mental ill-health. We ask that in God’s great loving kindness they might know God’s sustaining presenceContinue reading
Nov 20: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for those who are in positions of authority, with responsibility for decision making at national and local level. We ask that God would give great wisdom, and deepContinue reading
Spiritual support for the older generation
A new network of chaplains in Cheltenham and Bishop’s Cleeve is planned, to provide older people in hospitals and care homes with spiritual support. During the Covid-19 crisis, many ofContinue reading
Nov 19: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for the NHS and other key workers. Today we voice our gratitude for those who serve this country in the National Health Service and pray for thatContinue reading
Nov 18: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Join us today at 6pm as we pray for businesses, the workplace and economic wellbeing. We lift before God those who have lost their jobs and face an uncertain andContinue reading
Nov 17: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for the elderly, isolated and vulnerable. We echo God’s commitment to those most at risk of this virus by praying for those who are particularly vulnerable. #PrayerForTheNation
National Maintenance Week 20-27 November
National Maintenance Week is taking place at the end of November, just as winter weather threatens its worst. This year, the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB) isContinue reading
How can I help this Christmas?
This Christmas, many people will be in difficult situations and linking with organisations across the diocese, we are sharing some positive ways you can make a difference in people’s lives.Continue reading
