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. 

12 people ordained Deacon and Priest

12 candidates were ordained over the weekend. 11 will serve in parishes across the Diocese and Brother Michael will continue to serve at Mucknell Abbey.

Latest Articles

The Ark at Amblecote

13th July 2026

Holy Trinity Church in Amblecote has started a new monthly gathering for children and their families on Sunday afternoons. Called 'The Ark', they now have a small, but growing group who join them regularly.

Heads and senior leaders attend annual conference

13th July 2026

Headteachers and senior leaders from across the Diocese came together on 19 June for their annual conference, a day of worship, reflection and professional learning focused on the theme 'Vision in Action'.

Join a Franciscan pilgrimage through our diocese

11th July 2026

Pilgrims will be marking the 800th anniversary of the death of St Francis as they walk through our diocese from Clent to Upton from 23 – 28 August. There will also be a special day of celebration in the Cathedral on Thursday 27 August, with an exhibition, communion service and picnic.

Daily Prayers

Saltway Team

Please pray for our communities, particularly those who feel they have no hope.
Pray for wisdom and compassion as we seek to extend love and welcome and
create safe spaces to belong. Clergy: Laura Handy, Jon Turner, Christine Holzapfel; Readers: Philip Bowen, Andrew Hill, Bill Sumner

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However, if in addition to this, you are able to give to the ‘Diocese of Worcester Ministry Fund’, your donation will be used to help pay for our clergy now and in the coming months.

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