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News
Taking time to do less
Published: 4th July 2023An article for August editions of parish magazines from the Archdeacon of Worcester, Robert Jones.
15 people ordained as Deacon/ Priest over the weekend
Published: 2nd July 202315 candidates were ordained over the weekend to serve in parishes across the Diocese.
Visit from our German partners
Published: 29th June 2023Over the last few days, we've had visitors from our partnership link with the Evangelische Kirche in Mitteldeutschland (EKM).
Have you considered becoming a workplace chaplain?
Published: 28th June 2023Across the Diocese, churches are extending their mission through workplace chaplaincy. Watch a short film from Faith at Work in Worcestershire introducing some of our chaplains.
Schools visit Malvern Priory for 'Lifepath'.
Published: 27th June 2023At Great Malvern Priory last week over 600 children from 19 primary schools experienced ‘Lifepath’. With one school travelling from Shropshire to take part!
New Priest in Charge of the Benefice of East Vale and Avon Villages.
Published: 23rd June 2023The Revd Joanna Baxter has been announced as the new Priest in Charge of the Benefice of East Vale and Avon Villages.
Fladbury Walkabout
Published: 22nd June 2023This year’s ‘Fladbury Walkabout’ take place on 1 and 2 July. The Walkabout is over 40 years old and is an annual village event, raising money for Fladbury Church and other village organisations.
National Lottery Community Fund increases grant sizes to £20,000
Published: 22nd June 2023From Autumn 2023, the National Lottery Community Fund is increasing both the length of time a project can be funded & also the maximum amount that can be applied for.
Charities Act 2022 – latest updates
Published: 15th June 2023The second part of the Charities Act 2022 came into force on the 14 June this year and it could help your church’s finances.
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Exchanging experiences with curates in Germany
Published: 15th June 2023Last month, three of our curates – Mel Beynon, Richard Sandland and James Williams visited our partner diocese in central Germany as part of a ‘curate exchange’.
Becky Elliot appointed as new Dean of Women’s Ministry
Published: 14th June 2023The Revd Becky Elliot, Vicar of Holy Trinity and St James in Malvern has been appointed as the new Dean of Women’s Ministry, a post she will hold alongside her parish role.
Over £4m given through the Parish Giving Scheme
Published: 13th June 2023Churches across the Diocese have now received over £4 million in regular gifts through the Parish Giving Scheme (PGS) since it launched in 2019.
River-themed activities at the Church Tent
Published: 12th June 2023Create some river art, see the ‘Our Lady of the Wye’ statue, listen to music and enjoy homemade cake or panini at this year’s Church Tent at the Three Counties Show.
The importance of a long-term view
Published: 9th June 2023An article from the Dean of Worcester, Peter Atkinson for July editions of parish magazines.
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Celebrating the Holy Spirit with bubbles!
Published: 5th June 2023Bishop Martin was at Great Malvern Priory on Pentecost Sunday and enjoyed being showered with bubbles by the children to represent the Holy Spirit!
New Warden for Holland House
Published: 5th June 2023Helen Stanton has been appointed as the new Warden for Holland House, the Retreat and Conference Centre based in Cropthorne, near Pershore.
New Diocesan Secretary appointed
Published: 4th June 2023The Revd Andy Todd has been appointed as the new Diocesan Secretary for the Diocese of Worcester.
New part-time Interim Priest in Charge in Pensnett
Published: 2nd June 2023Bishop John is pleased to announce the appointment of the Revd Nigel Traynor as Part-time Interim Priest in Charge of St Mark’s, Pensnett.
Working with children & families at Pershore Abbey
Published: 2nd June 2023Sam Andrews is the Children and Families’ worker at Pershore Abbey. She started in February in a part-time role funded in part thanks to a grant from the Healthier Churches Fund.
Pentecost confirmations
Published: 29th May 202312 Candidates from across the Diocese were confirmed in the Cathedral during a celebration of the Feast of Pentecost with two candidates also being baptised.
Latest News
Developing Bewdley Church as a Community Hub
2nd May 2024
The PCC of St Anne's Church in Bewdley has embarked on a major refurbishment and reordering project to help the building become more of a community hub as well as a place of worship....