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Update about NZCQW

Thursday 06 August

We are pleased to confirm that the NZCQW grant fund will reopen to applications on Wednesday 5th August 2026, and that the first Grant Panel meeting will take place at

A year of Lives of Colour projects

Tuesday 04 August

Over the past year, Lives of Colour has been working with young people across Cheltenham to explore themes of identity, belonging, racial equity and community. They have produced a recent

The Church of England is introducing the Building Management Portal, a new national digital system for managing applications relating to works on churches, their contents, and churchyards. The portal will

How churchyards are building community

Tuesday 04 August

A gathering exploring how churches can manage their churchyards for biodiversity has highlighted another important role these spaces can play – bringing communities together. More than 20 people from ten

Saving Old Sodbury’s historic lychgate

Tuesday 28 July

St John the Baptist Church, Old Sodbury, has launched an appeal to restore its Grade II listed War Memorial Lychgate, which has suffered serious damage as a result of decay

Finding food support across Gloucestershire

Tuesday 28 July

An online food map produced by Feeding Gloucestershire is helping people across the county find food support in their local area, bringing together information about food banks, food pantries, community

Ebola emergency appeal

Monday 27 July

The word Ebola strikes fear into people’s hearts – but the work of local organisations, with the support of their global faith-based partners, is also bringing hope. In the Democratic

Message from Bishop Rachel, 21 July 2026

Tuesday 21 July

As I write this, it is garden party season here at Bishopscourt, and it is such a joy and privilege to be hosting different people, whether from worshipping communities or

Lives of Colour project explores identity through fashion

Tuesday 21 July

The Diocese is proud to work alongside Lives of Colour, one of our valued partner organisations, whose work is helping to build more inclusive communities and create opportunities for young

Future Youth Intern Programme

Wednesday 15 July

If your A-level results or those of someone close to you weren’t what you hoped for, it may feel as though everyone else has a plan while you’re left wondering what comes next.

“Come for the Pilates, stay for the relationships”

Tuesday 14 July

Pilates might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about community, connection and faith. But for Sportily’s Abbie Clarke, these sessions have become so much

Message from Bishop Robert, 14 July 2026

Tuesday 14 July

For most children, this is the last week of the summer term, a week marked by a whole range of different emotions.

Stand for Synod

Tuesday 14 July

New clergy and lay members are being elected to General Synod this year – and you are invited to stand as a candidate. General Synod is the national assembly of

Historic paintings to be saved by Discover Decrypt project, after The National Lottery Heritage Fund grant

Tuesday 14 July

A major new grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund will enable St Mary DeCrypt in central Gloucester to conserve and explore internationally significant artwork painted on its medieval walls.

Rachel and RECOGNISE

Tuesday 07 July

“We can learn so much from younger people. It’s a very two-way thing. It’s not just us providing and giving information and teaching and nurturing. It’s definitely a partnership in

Message from Bishop Rachel, 7 July 2026

Tuesday 07 July

‘An argument arose among them as to which one of them was the greatest. But Jesus, aware of their inner thoughts, took a little child and put it by his side, and

The Revd Canon Richard Mitchell

Tuesday 07 July

It is with sadness that we share the news of the death of the Revd Canon Richard Mitchell. Bishop Rachel writes, “Many of you will remember Richard, who retired from

Finding faith and joy on two wheels

Monday 06 July

The Revd Mark Siddall, Priest in Charge at St James, Quedgeley, has written a practical guide to help anyone considering cycling as their main form of transport. Written from years

Ordinations 2026: photos now available

Tuesday 30 June

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

An update regarding the Living Alongside Bats in Churches Grant

Tuesday 30 June

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

Tuesday 30 June

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”

Tuesday 30 June

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

Tuesday 30 June

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.”

Faith, family and calling: Lorna’s story

Tuesday 23 June

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

Tuesday 23 June

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

Tuesday 23 June

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

Tuesday 23 June

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

Monday 22 June

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

Thursday 18 June

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

Message from Bishop Robert, 16 June 2026

Tuesday 16 June

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

Tuesday 16 June

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’

Tuesday 16 June

Pilgrimage is being rediscovered not only as travel, but as a way of prayer, reflection and connection.

10:10 Circle for 2026/27

Tuesday 09 June

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

Tuesday 09 June

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

Tuesday 09 June

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

Tuesday 09 June

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.