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Making use of the Cornerstone grants database

Published: 24th April 2026

Grace Wrigglesworth, Operations Manager at Kingswinford and Wall Heath has used the Church of England’s grant database on the Cornerstone platform to raise £100k for their two churches in the past two years.

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Could your parish benefit from the Healthier Churches Fund?

Published: 9th April 2026

The Healthier Churches Fund was created using money which has been freed up from investments alongside some Lowest Income Communities funding from the National Church. Parishes can apply for funding for projects to help make a difference in reaching out in their community and bring more people to faith.

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New Parish Accessibility Fund

Published: 31st March 2026

A new fund has been launched by the Church of England to support parishes with projects and building improvements that will support those who are deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent.


Christian Aid supporters to gather in Worcester

Published: 27th February 2026

Christian Aid supporters across the country are coming together for the 2026 Changemakers Conference. In Worcester, a ‘watch party’ will be held at St George’s Church.

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A year of generosity

Published: 23rd February 2026

Stewardship Officer, Robyn Rooney explains why she is trying to make 2026 a year of generosity.


Lent Appeal 2026: Francis of Assisi Mission in the Amazon rainforest

Published: 17th February 2026

This year’s diocesan Lent Appeal will be for our partner diocese of Peru, where they are asking for donations towards their Mission Church in the Amazon rainforest.

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Lottery grant for St James Church, Welland

Published: 16th February 2026

St James Church in Welland has been awarded £140,533 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund towards their project “Future-Proofing our Heritage”. The funding will primarily enable both the organ and 1897 Jubilee clock to be refurbished, and for a new infrared heating system to be installed.

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Could you use a Racial Justice Microgrant?

Published: 23rd January 2026

Are you doing something in your parish to reach those of Majority Global Heritage/ UK Minority Ethnic backgrounds? Is there something you’ve always wanted to do which would benefit from some funding? The West Midlands Racial Justice Initiative (WMRJI) Microgrants scheme offers more than just funding. It offers possibility.

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'Cornerstone' supports parishes with stewardship & finances

Published: 15th October 2025

Cornerstone is a new initiative freely available to all our churches to help them with their stewardship and finances which has been funded and provided by the national Church.

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Why run a Legacy Campaign this autumn?

Published: 19th September 2025

Our Diocesan Stewardship team are running training courses this autumn for PCCs and churches on how to run a legacy campaign. While it can feel a tricky subject to broach it is vitally important when legacies can make such a difference to churches and the communities they serve.

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Maggs Harvest Appeal 2025

Published: 8th September 2025

As the seasons turn and we prepare to celebrate Harvest, Maggs Day Centre is asking churches and congregations across Worcestershire to support their Harvest Appeal 2025, helping some of the most vulnerable people in our community.

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Churches invited to mark Disability Awareness Sunday on 28 September

Published: 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.

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Kingdom People Fund enables TV purchase

Published: 7th March 2025

Last Sunday, a new 75” TV screen was installed at St Peter’s Church in Martley, made possible thanks to a grant from the Kingdom People Fund.

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Why give to your church through the Parish Giving Scheme

Published: 6th March 2025

Giving is an essential part of our faith—it enables our churches to flourish, support communities, and share the love of Christ. The Parish Giving Scheme (PGS) is an effective way to give regularly to your church, ensuring stability and sustainability for ministry and mission.

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Evaluation of Listed Places of Worship VAT Grant Scheme

Published: 28th February 2025

The Department of Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has commissioned research on the repair and maintenance of historic places of worship. If your church is listed, please complete a short survey.

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Bethlehem resident speaks in the Cathedral

Published: 27th February 2025

Supporters of the charity, Friends of the Holy Land, gathered in the Cathedral this week to hear from Father Mahmoud Abusada, Director of the School of Joy in Bethlehem.

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Another record year with the Parish Giving Scheme

Published: 30th January 2025

Over £1.5 million was given to our churches in 2024 through the Parish Giving Scheme. Read about how St Mary's Church in Oldswinford introduced the scheme.

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Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme extended

Published: 24th January 2025

The Government has confirmed a further year’s extension to the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme, though with a new claim cap of £25,000 per place of worship.

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St. Wulstan’s Flourishing as Family and Community Focused Church

Published: 27th November 2024

St. Wulstan’s Church, Worcester, has undergone a transformation since the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, evolving into a thriving, inter-generational community.

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Own a Perpetual Flame from the cathedral

Published: 25th October 2024

The cathedral has collaborated with internationally renowned glass artist Allister Malcolm to create an exclusive special edition of hand-crafted glass Perpetual Flames.

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Bookkeeping service for parishes

7th May 2026

The finance team at the diocesan office now offers a bookkeeping service for parishes. It is hoped that this will be particularly useful for those churches who have treasurers wishing to retire or inexperienced treasurers who might need some support taking on the role, particularly with the legal aspects.

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Every two weeks we produce a short video reflection. These cover a range of topics and themes and are published on the website and our social media channels.

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