150 years of the Mothers' Union
Published: 9th July 20269 August is Mary Sumner Day when across the world, members of the Mothers’ Union celebrate their founder, Mary Sumner.
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New defibrillator at Lapal Church
Published: 7th July 2026Lapal Community Choir, based at St Peter’s Church has raised more than £1,000 which has been used to install a new external defibrillator, an essential piece of lifesaving equipment that will be available for public use at any time.
Recognising all those who support children and families
Published: 6th July 2026The Worcestershire West Rural team kicked off #Recognise week a day early yesterday with a special All Age service to thank those who working with children and families across the patch.
Have you considered standing for General synod?
Published: 3rd July 2026New clergy and lay members are being elected to General Synod this year – and you are invited to stand as a candidate.
A new window at St James, Norton
Published: 3rd July 2026A striking new stained-glass window at St James, Norton (on the edge of Worcester) has been blessed and dedicated by Archdeacon Mark and Dean Stephen.
Join our Eco Church celebration
Published: 2nd July 2026All churches registered with Eco Church are invited to a special celebration event in the Old Palace gardens, Worcester on Saturday 25 July, 2 – 4.30pm. Book your free ticket now!
Safeguarding learning and development
Published: 30th June 2026All PCC members, licensed and lay ministers, and those working in roles with children and/or vulnerable adults must complete the relevant level of safeguarding training
12 people ordained Deacon and Priest
Published: 28th June 202612 candidates were ordained over the weekend. 11 will serve in parishes across the Diocese and Brother Michael will continue to serve at Mucknell Abbey.
Digital giving grows across the Diocese
Published: 27th June 20262026 has seen a considerable increase in digital giving in our churches. In the first quarter of this year, giving via contactless, QR codes and online campaigns was £99,481, compared to £61,236 in the first quarter of 2025.
St Peter, Malvern opens as a 'cool space'
Published: 27th June 2026St Peter’s Church in Cowleigh, Malvern has welcomed local residents into its air conditioned building during the recent hot weather, providing a cool refuge from the soaring temperatures. Around 100 people came into the building to shelter from the heat outside.
New Area Deans appointed
Published: 26th June 2026Two new Area Deans have been appointed with Phil Bradford becoming Area Dean for Worcester and Glenn Reading becoming Area Dean of Pershore and Evesham when Sarah Dangerfield steps down at the end of the month.
Historic ring of Halesowen's bells
Published: 25th June 2026Recently, the sound of Halesowen’s bells carried more than just music across the town – they carried 250 years of history.
Historic trowel found and returned to Netherton Church
Published: 23rd June 2026A 199-year-old trowel that was used to lay the foundation stone at St Andrew’s Church in Netherton, has been returned to the church as a £1.7m restoration campaign gets under way.
Supporting refugees through sewing
Published: 18th June 2026The Chapter House at the Cathedral is currently hosting a vibrant exhibition of quilts as part of Refugee Week (15–21 June). Many of the quilts were produced as part of a group which supports refugees in Evesham. Bishop Hugh visited to hear more and bless the exhibition.
Bug hotels at Holy Trinity Malvern
Published: 16th June 2026The Malvern Link Rainbows recently filled Bug Hotels to put in the churchyard at Holy Trinity Church, Malvern, which had been made at the 'Men's Shed' which meets near the church.
New Associate Priest for Crabbs Cross
Published: 14th June 2026Bishop Hugh has announced the appointment of The Revd Prebendary Fr Richard Grigson as Associate Priest (House for Duty) at St Peter’s, Crabbs Cross in the Benefice of Christ the King, Redditch
Marking Gypsy-Roma-Traveller History Month
Published: 14th June 2026Holy Innocents' Church in Kidderminster is hosting a special performance as part of Gypsy-Roma-Traveller History Month. Crystal’s Vardo by Suzanna King tells the story of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller history and culture through time.
New Team Vicar and Renewal Lead in Droitwich
Published: 8th June 2026This weekend saw the licensing of James Ellin as Team Vicar and Renewal Lead in the Saltway Team at St Andrew's Church in Droitwich.
Recognising different callings
Published: 7th June 2026An article for July editions of parish magazines, from the Dean of Worcester Stephen Edwards.
Visiting Malvern and Upton Deanery
Published: 4th June 2026Bishop Hugh spent the day in Malvern and Upton Deanery earlier in the week where he visited churches, schools and toddler groups to get a sense of some of the things happening across the Deanery.
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Stir Up Church in Hanley Castle
9th October 2026
Stir Up Church is a New Worshipping Community which takes place at St Mary’s Church in Hanley Castle on the third Sunday of every month.