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Fraser Oates licensed as Renewal Church Leader

Published: 17th September 2024

Fraser Oates was licensed as Renewal Leader at St Stephen’s Church in Redditch on Sunday as the church moves forward with its vision to grow into a thriving church at the heart of the town centre.

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James Williams appointed to Malvern Link with Cowleigh

Published: 16th September 2024

James Williams is to become Curate in Charge in the Benefice of Malvern Link with Cowleigh. He will become Priest in Charge once his curacy ends.

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New Lay Minister Licensed in Worcester

Published: 16th September 2024

Rob Little was licensed as a new Lay Minister at St John in Bedwardine in Worcester yesterday. The service was conducted in his home church by Bishop Alan Winton, former Bishop of Thetford in the Diocese of Norwich who is now an Honorary Assistant Bishop in our diocese.

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Bees in Coseley Churchyard

Published: 13th September 2024

Christ Church in Coseley, in the far north of the Diocese, has recently installed two bee hives in their churchyard, which they hope will help them engage with the local community as well as provide them with honey which can be sold to raise funds for the church!

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'No Limits' prayer event in Worcester

Published: 12th September 2024

On the 11 September, Worcester Deanery put on their first “No Limits” prayer event. Churches and members of the diocesan team came together to offer an evening of worship and prayer.  

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Tender to Architects for quinquennial inspection work and project work

Published: 10th September 2024

The PCCs of the Parishes of Wribbenhall and Ribbesford with Bewdley and Dowles are seeking conservation accredited architects to undertake Quinquennial Inspections and/or other project work


Farewell from Bishop John

Published: 9th September 2024

A final article for October editions of parish magazines from Bishop John as Bishop of Worcester.

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Explore connections at Hampton Lovett Church

Published: 6th September 2024

Visitors to St Mary and All Saints’ Church in Hampton Lovett this weekend will be able to see a specially created miniature railway in the church, complete with a scale model of the church and other landmarks which would have been seen in the local area in the 1940s.

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Visit a church during this year's Heritage Open days

Published: 29th August 2024

Churches across Worcestershire and Dudley are opening their doors for this year’s Heritage Open Days with a range of activities for all ages and a chance to discover the story behind our historic churches and the communities they serve.

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Read & reflect on a book during Black History Month

Published: 28th August 2024

During Black History Month in October, why not consider reading and reflecting on the book ‘Tarry Awhile: Wisdom from Black Spirituality for People of Faith’ by Selina Stone.

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Summer events in Wyre Forest West

Published: 27th August 2024

Wyre Forest West churches have recently held two events to reach out to their local communities. 

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New non-stipendiary priest for Areley Kings & Astley

Published: 27th August 2024

Bishop John has announced the appointment of the Revd Canon Andrew Hutchinson as House for Duty Priest-in-Charge of the Parishes of Areley Kings and Astley. 


Three generation skydive

Published: 9th August 2024

Three generations of the Clifford family recently took part in a skydive to raise money for Cancer Research and to help repair the clock at Claines Church.

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A new fundraising challenge for Anthea Elston

Published: 9th August 2024

​​​​​​​Anthea Elston, Associate Priest at  Berrow w Pendock, Eldersfield, Hollybush & Birtsmorton in the South of the Diocese has challenged herself to run a 10K 60 times, along 60 different routes, to celebrate her 60th birthday year! 

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Supporting parishes with finances

Published: 8th August 2024

Stewardship and Resources Officer, Chris Boden is changing his role slightly to spend more time supporting parishes with their finances. 

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New Priest in Charge of Severnside Parishes

Published: 4th August 2024

Bishop John has announced the appointment of the Reverend Kathryn Mepham as Priest in Charge of the Severnside Parishes, on the edge of Worcester.

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St Matthew's Day

Published: 2nd August 2024

St 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.

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Harvest

Published: 2nd August 2024

As 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.

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'Star Church' in Tardebigge

Published: 30th July 2024

Can you imagine spending 24 hours at Church? On Saturday 27 July, that’s what 26 excited people and two dogs did at St Bartholomew’s Church in Tardebigge as they took part in the first ‘Star Church’ camp.

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Mark Safeguarding Sunday in your parish

Published: 30th July 2024

On Sunday 17 November 2024 join thousands of churches from diverse backgrounds and traditions across the UK to shout about safeguarding and help protect vulnerable people.

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Fraser Oates licensed as Renewal Church Leader

17th September 2024

Fraser Oates was licensed as Renewal Leader at St Stephen’s Church in Redditch on Sunday as the church moves forward with its vision to grow into a thriving church at the heart of the town centre....

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