The Church of England’s vision for education is summed up in the words “Deeply Christian, serving the common good”, but what does that really mean?
Month: May 2017
William and Jane Morris Fund grants towards work concerned with the conservation of decorative features in churches
The next closing date for applications to the William and Jane Morris Fund is the 31st August 2017. The fund accepts applications from churches, chapels and other places of worshipContinue reading
Launching the Ship of Bones and the Dry Bones Live community art project at Discover DeCrypt
St Mary de Crypt Church, Southgate Street, Gloucester, is now open Monday to Saturday between 12 noon and 2.00pm. We have a busy season of events and activities ahead, includingContinue reading
Prayers for Manchester at Gloucester Cathedral
Prayers for Manchester will be held at Evensong
Bishop Rachel speaks on the Manchester attack
“The darkness of fear and evil will never have the final word.”
Bishop of Tewkesbury to open eco-loo at Elkstone Church
A grant of £5,000 from the Gloucestershire Environmental Trust will contribute to the funding of an eco-loo at the Church of St John the Evangelist at Elkstone, between Cheltenham andContinue reading
Gender Equality
The Prime Minister, Theresa May has attracted some criticism this week after her appearance, with her husband, on the One Show. In a discussion about their marriage she said thatContinue reading
Inspiring our leaders to help young people explore their gifts and callings
Leaders of young people gathered at Bishopscourt from around the Diocese to celebrate their work together and hear a vision for future ministry and vocation from Bishop Rachel. As wellContinue reading
Thy Kingdom Come: How to pray with children – some creative ideas
Join a great wave of prayer: 25th May – 4th June 2017 Thy Kingdom Come: full details This year the dates for Thy Kingdom Come fall during the half termContinue reading
Can true happiness be found in the pub?
A Forest of Dean vicar is inviting local people to the pub to see if they can find the true secrets of becoming happier. Bream Vicar and Forest Area Dean,Continue reading
Star Wars Day
Who was it, I wonder, that decided to schedule the local elections for Star Wars day?* A day to stop and consider how the forces of truth and justice mightContinue reading
Challenging the lies about identity
Read an article written in the Church Times regarding Bishop Rachel’s liedenity campaign
Frances Ashton Charity
Help for serving and retired members of the Clergy of the Church of England and widows/widowers thereof Since 1747 Frances Ashton’s Charity has been helping those who spend their livesContinue reading
A radical re-telling of the news
People are out on the street. Is this all there is? Who are you? What’s next? Another generation is searching for answers. Despite their differences and divisions, 140 characters wantContinue reading
HLF Grants for Places of Worship Scheme to close
HLF Grants for Places of Worship Scheme to close
