SHAPE is for anyone who wants to explore their faith more deeply. It can be a step towards specific vocational work but first and foremost it is about knowing ourselvesContinue reading
Tag: Ministry
Diocesan Clergy Conference 2019
Presentation slides from the Diocesan Clergy Conference, which was held last week in Swanwick, are now publicly available. Slides are offered as PDFs, below: Professor Grace Davie – Keynote. Gathered,Continue reading
I̶t̶’̶s̶ ̶C̶h̶r̶i̶s̶t̶m̶a̶s̶!̶ Get ready …
OK, it may not be Christmas quite yet, but here are some key things for worshipping communities to think about ahead of the season
Centre for Mission in Matson, radio interview with lead evangelist Andy Wilson
Andy Wilson is the new Lead Evangelist at the Matson Centre for Mission.
Do you have what it takes to be a pastoral assistant?
Pastoral Assistants share with their clergy in the pastoral ministry of the church. They are the caring hands of the church offering a prayerful presence among the congregation and widerContinue reading
Pulse Leadership Academy Update – Sending out young leaders
Almost 18 months ago, I wrote a piece at the start of the Pulse Leadership Academy with a quote from Archbishop Desmond Tutu saying, ‘Real leaders are not blinded byContinue reading
CELEBRATE: Tetbury
New For All the Family. Explore best-loved Bible stories and ask questions, big and little. Enjoy time together with crafts, chatting, learning iSingPOP songs and prayers. We finish with teatimeContinue reading
Introducing Revd Dr Suki and Mrs Ade Osunsanmi
Since coming to the UK from Nigeria, Suki and Ade Osunsanmi have been involved in many initiatives which have enabled those of African origin to express their faith culturally whilstContinue reading
Ordinations 2019
After a weekend of inspiring, joyous services at Gloucester Cathedral, we welcome brand new Priests and Deacons!
CELEBRATE: Tetbury
New For All the Family. Explore best-loved Bible stories and ask questions, big and little. Enjoy time together with crafts, chatting, learning iSingPOP songs and prayers. We finish with teatimeContinue reading
Theological Study at Trinity College, Bristol
11 June: Open evening for part-time study at Trinity Bristol Are you considering part-time theological study? Trinity College is hosting an open evening for prospective part-time students on Tuesday 11thContinue reading
Ordinations 2019
Cassocks at the ready: on the weekend of the June 29/30, we will be celebrating our Ordinations: two days of inspiring, joyous celebrations at Gloucester Cathedral
Everyday faith
What does it mean to live a faith ‘Sunday through to Saturday’? How can we be the Church in such a broken world? Bishop Rachel talks about the culture changeContinue reading
What does it mean to be a ‘Dementia-friendly church’?
Dementia awareness and projects in local churches We recognise the extraordinary worshipping communities who care for people living with the condition. Inclusion and connection help us all flourish together. InContinue reading
CELEBRATE: Tetbury
New For All the Family. Explore best-loved Bible stories and ask questions, big and little. Enjoy time together with crafts, chatting, learning iSingPOP songs and prayers. We finish with teatimeContinue reading
Non- Residential Study at Trinity College, Bristol
21 May: Learn more about non-residential study at Trinity Bristol Join us on 21 May to learn more about our non-residential ordination training option, which offers block weeks of study,Continue reading
25th Anniversary Celebration of women ordained into the priesthood
You are invited to a celebration for the 25th Anniversary of women ordained into the priesthood on Monday 20 May 2019 at Gloucester Cathedral Choral Evensong at 5.30pm, sungContinue reading
New Adviser for the Ministry of Ordained Women
A warm welcome to the Revd Clare Edwards who is the new advisor for the Ministry of Ordained Women within the Diocese.
Sports Ministry: The Gathering 1-3 July 2019
The Gathering is a unique opportunity to experience and be coached in Mission through Sport over three days between 1-3 July 2019. Each participant will experience and reflect on approachesContinue reading
Incumbent and administrator training event
Thursday 10 October 2019, 9.20am to 2.30pm, Hilton Doubletree Hotel, Cirencester Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, GL53 8EA Invitation to all clergy and administrators: Following on from a successful event heldContinue reading
Personal stories of healing
Diocese of Gloucester, Stories of Healing & Wholeness – Some of these personal stories have been anonymised, the people who were healed have given permission for their stories to beContinue reading
Come and Join us at the 2019 Jazz Festival
Continuing our partnership Cheltenham Festivals, our Chatterbox tent will return for the first Cheltenham Festival of 2019 – Jazz. Over 20,000 visitors are expect to participate over the festival’s 6Continue reading
Multi Sports Camp a Great Sucess!
On the 18-19 of February, Nathan Youlton who works for PSALMS, ran a Multi Sports camp alongside the vicars, ministers and volunteers from two local churches in Innsworth Community HallContinue reading
