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The importance of flourishing in ministry Published: 23rd November 2020 Archdeacon Robert is leading on ministerial wellbeing in our diocese. Here he explains why it is important to look after ourselves and others.

Webinars on the Church’s Net Zero target Published: 23rd November 2020 The CoE Environment Programme has organised a series of webinars exploring topics that contribute to the Church’s target of having ‘Net Zero’ carbon emissions by 2030.

Praying together through Advent Published: 20th November 2020 During Advent, we are encouraging the whole diocese to come together in prayer as we seek to grow as Kingdom People.

Living in Love and Faith Published: 19th November 2020 The Church of England has launched ‘Living in Love and Faith’ with a set of free teaching and learning resources which draws together the Bible, theology, science and history with powerful real-life stories.

Called to Action: Disinvestment Published: 17th November 2020 The Diocesan Environmental group offers 'small steps to save the planet'. This edition looks at disinvestment from fossil fuel companies.

Government consultation on engaging with faith groups Published: 17th November 2020 The Government’s Faith Engagement Adviser, is leading a review into how best the Government should engage with faith groups in England and is requesting online responses.

Bringing People Together in Dudley Published: 16th November 2020 Top Church in Dudley is partnering with the Centre for Equality and Diversity in the town to set up a ‘Bringing People Together’ group.

New YMCA service for young people Published: 13th November 2020 Can you help the YMCA by hosting a young person in your home?

Shoebox appeal from Evesham charity Published: 13th November 2020 As we head towards Christmas - could you fill a shoebox with treats for other children? Teams4U needs your help!

Please pray for Peru Published: 12th November 2020 In our partner Diocese of Peru, Bishop Jorge has particularly asked for our prayers for the country at a time of national crisis.

Diocesan Finances and clergy reductions: How are we doing? Published: 9th November 2020 Diocesan Secretary, John Preston, looks at how our finances are doing and our progress towards the planned reduction in clergy posts.

New Diocesan Education Adviser appointed Published: 9th November 2020 The Revd Duncan Hutchison has been appointed as Education Adviser and will support our church schools as part of our Education Team.

Remembrance Sunday from Worcester Cathedral Published: 8th November 2020 Watch this pre-recorded Service of Remembrance from Worcester Cathedral for Remembrance Sunday 2020.

What is Reader Ministry all about? Published: 5th November 2020 Hear some of our Readers talk about what being a Licensed Lay Minister in the Diocese means to them.

Update on Faith at Work in Worcestershire Published: 5th November 2020 An article from Faith at Work in Worcestershire about their current work and how you can get involved.

Small steps to save the planet - health and beauty products Published: 4th November 2020 Some advice on health and beauty products from our diocesan Environmental Group in their series on small steps to change the planet.

Embracing change! Published: 2nd November 2020 An article for the December editions of parish magazines from Archdeacon Nikki.

Another lockdown Published: 2nd November 2020 A blog from Bishop John on the importance of Christian hope during the second lockdown.

Top Church celebrates Black History Month Published: 1st November 2020 Top Church in Dudley has produced two films to celebrate Black History Month.

A field of memories for All Souls Day Published: 27th October 2020 Madresfield Church is planning a 'field of memories' for All Souls Day with 150 crosses planted in front of the church.