We are the Church of England in Worcestershire and Dudley.  
Welcome to the Diocese of Worcester.

Our diocesan vision is to grow as Kingdom People, sharing the good news of Jesus’ love in Worcestershire and Dudley.  

As the body of Christ, God’s Kingdom People, we join together to worship God, make disciples, share hope, and transform communities as we live out values of love, compassion, justice and freedom.

The Diocese of Worcester is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults to worship and grow in Christ safely. 

Bishop Hugh's service of welcome

We will welcome Bishop Hugh as he starts his ministry among us on Saturday 17 January at 2pm in the Cathedral. All are welcome.

Latest Articles

A Christmas message from Bishop Martin

23rd December 2025

In this year's Christmas Message, Bishop Martin talks about finding joy and peace in the Christ Child this Christmas.

First gold Church and School Partnership Award

22nd December 2025

St George’s CE Primary School and St George’s Church in the parish of Kidderminster East are the first to receive a gold Church and School Partnership Award. It was presented to them by Bishop Martin at a special assembly at the school.

Epiphany Blessing for 2026

22nd December 2025

There is a tradition of blessing chalk at Epiphany to mark the threshold of our homes with a new year blessing. Doug Chaplin, Discipleship and Lay Training Officer has produced some simple prayers for you to do this at home or at church.

Daily Prayers

Using mantra for prayer - First practice

The first mantra is the well-known Orthodox prayer, “The Jesus Prayer”.
Often accompanied using a ‘prayer-rope’ (a small, knotted rope, with each knot
held in turn as the prayer is repeated). However, you can use a rosary or even your fingers - just touch each one in turn. Or don’t use any physical support, saying the mantra until you naturally stop.

“Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me a sinner”.

Repeat the line holding the knot, bead, touching a finger, or just pause at the
end. Then allow a gentle inhale and say it again, moving onto the next knot, bead, finger etc).

Focus intently on the words, each one as you say them (it’s best to whisper the
words to begin with). Don’t rush this – you’ll not encounter intimacy if you do.
You may end up praying just one of the words, ‘Lord’ or ‘Jesus’ or even ‘of God’.
That’s perfect, the word that sticks is a doorway for you. Another outcome might
be you forget the words entirely, at least any meaning, and let the rhythm and
sound move you.

“Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me a sinner”

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