Armistice Day
Last Updated: 4th October 2024 | Published: 4th October 2024An article for parish magazines on Armistice Day.
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Farewells and new beginnings
Last Updated: 4th October 2024 | Published: 4th October 2024An article for November editions of parish magazines from Bishop Martin.
Prisons' Week 2024
Last Updated: 9th September 2024 | Published: 9th September 2024Prisons’ Sunday on 13 October marks the start of the annual week of prayer to raise awareness of issues faced by those affected by the criminal justice system.
Farewell from Bishop John
Last Updated: 9th September 2024 | Published: 9th September 2024A final article for October editions of parish magazines from Bishop John as Bishop of Worcester.
St Matthew's Day
Last Updated: 2nd August 2024 | Published: 2nd August 2024St Matthew is the patron saint of tax collectors. On his feast day think about what the Christian voice might be in the tax system and how we might shape a fairer, greener society for all.
Harvest
Last Updated: 2nd August 2024 | Published: 2nd August 2024As we approach harvest time, we reflect of the significance of harvest in our lives and faith. Harvest time is a season of gratitude and abundance, reminding us of the gifts that God gives us.
Reviewing priorities at the start of a new term
Last Updated: 8th April 2025 | Published: 23rd July 2024An article for September editions of parish magazines, from the Archdeacon of Dudley, Nikki Groarke.
Celebrating the Mothers' Union
Last Updated: 10th July 2024 | Published: 10th July 2024For nearly 150 years, the Mothers’ Union nationally has been engaged in raising awareness of social injustices – and in offering practical, prayerful and loving help to those in need. In the Diocese of Worcester, the MU was affiliated in 1913.
Being yourself
Last Updated: 10th July 2024 | Published: 10th July 2024An article for August editions of parish magazines from the Dean Designate of Worcester, Stephen Edwards.
A Ministry of Welcome
Last Updated: 4th June 2024 | Published: 4th June 2024An article for July editions of parish magazines from the Archdeacon of Worcester, Mark Badger.
Refugee Week
Last Updated: 3rd May 2024 | Published: 3rd May 2024Refugee Week runs from the 17-23 June. The theme this year is “Our Home”. From our own homes to our collective home, planet earth: everyone is invited to celebrate what Our Home means to them.
Keeping Pentecost alive through June!
Last Updated: 3rd May 2024 | Published: 3rd May 2024An article for June editions of parish magazines from the Archdeacon of Dudley, Nikki Groarke.
Christian Aid Week 2024
Last Updated: 9th April 2024 | Published: 9th April 2024This year, Christian Aid Week runs from 12 - 18 May - seven days, so many ways to make a difference.
Thy Kingdom Come in 2024
Last Updated: 8th April 2024 | Published: 8th April 2024Starting on Ascension Day (9 May) and running until Pentecost on 19 May is Thy Kingdom Come.
Growing churches through our renewal programme
Last Updated: 8th April 2025 | Published: 8th April 2024In this article for May editions of parish magazines, Bishop Martin explains where we are with the strand of our diocesan strategy to have at least one church in each major population area with a congregation of at least 150 people.
Vocation Sunday - 21 April
Last Updated: 7th March 2024 | Published: 7th March 2024Vocations Sunday takes place on 21 April in 2024.
Surprises in Lent
Last Updated: 9th February 2024 | Published: 9th February 2024An article for March editions of parish magazines from Stephen Edwards, Interim Dean of Worcester.
Communicating with God
Last Updated: 4th January 2024 | Published: 4th January 2024An article for February editions of parish magazines, from the Archdeacon of Worcester, Mark Badger.
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
Last Updated: 4th December 2023 | Published: 4th December 2023The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity runs from 18 - 25 January in 2024 and is an international Christian ecumenical observance.
Another new year – how did it come around so quickly?
Last Updated: 4th December 2023 | Published: 4th December 2023An article for January editions of parish magazines from the Archdeacon of Dudley, Nikki Groarke.
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Churches invited to mark Disability Awareness Sunday on 28 September
15th August 2025
Churches across the UK are invited to celebrate Disability Awareness Sunday on 28 September 2025 by the Christian Disability charity ‘Through the Roof’ who are offering free resources via their website.