Dig Deeper. Look Closer. Think Bigger. October is Black History Month, a chance to celebrate the stories, achievements and contributions of Black and Brown people within our communities, our nation
Year: 2026
Poldark chapel opens for Ride and Stride 2026
Visitors taking part in this year’s Ride+Stride event will have the rare opportunity to explore the chapel at Chavenage House, Tetbury, the historic Gloucestershire estate famously featured in the BBC’s
St Peter’s Leckhampton achieves Eco Church Gold Award
St Peter’s, Leckhampton, has been awarded the Eco Church Gold Award by A Rocha, recognising the church’s commitment to caring for creation through its worship and teaching, buildings, church land,
Bishop Rachel reflects on the tragic death of Jason Arday
Much has been said and written following the tragic death of Jason Arday and I have been reticent to add to the words and opinions, yet I have also been
Heritage Open Days – 11 to 20 September 2026
What are you doing for Heritage Open Days this year? Heritage Open Days returns from 11 to 20 September, and we’d love to hear what churches are getting involved with. If
Mission Grant Fund – 2026 deadlines
There are a couple of funding opportunities available to help support projects in local churches and communities, with three deadlines coming up over the next few months. Whether you’re looking
A year of Promise and Hope
A year after launching at St Paul’s, Parkend, the Promise and Hope bereavement café has become a valued support for people living with loss across the community.
General Synod July 2026 – Representatives’ Report
This report gives an overview of the July meeting of General Synod, highlighting some of the key issues, discussions and decisions considered during the meeting. It brings together contributions from
Youth Pastor at Holy Apostles, Cheltenham
Holy Apostles, Cheltenham Youth Pastor 30 hours per week: £23,197 per annum For more information, a job description/person specification, and application form, email ku.gro.seltsopayloh@rh Closing date midday, 14th Sept
RE and Christian Character Enabler
RE and Christian Character Enabler Term time only, 3 days per week Two year fixed term contract at Band 3 £20,168 – £23,599 per annum term time only (FTE Band
Sportily blog: Year 5 and 6 residentials
Sportily is a Christian sports and physical activity organisation based in Gloucestershire, creating fun and welcoming spaces where people of all ages can get active, build friendships and explore faith
A safe space for Winchcombe’s young people
Sometimes the simplest ideas can make the biggest difference. That’s certainly true of The Beacon, a parish-led project in Winchcombe that offers young people a warm, welcoming place to spend
Chair of the Board of Trustees of Viney Hill Christian Adventure Centre
Set in the glorious surroundings of the Forest of Dean, at Viney Hill we have been offering brilliant activities in a residential setting for over twenty years. Our mission
Big ideas, bold stories, brilliant prizes
Enter the Black History Month 2026 poetry and art competition.
Team Rector West Cheltenham Benefice
Located on the Western edge of Cheltenham, we are a single parish with open evangelical and charismatic character and heritage, comprising the three sister congregations of St Mark’s Church; St
Clerk to the Trustees (approx. 25 hours per month) Charity of Ann Edwards
The Ann Edwards Charity oversees the management and running of a small number of almshouses within the Diocese of Gloucester. We are looking for an organised, efficient and sympathetic Clerk
2026 Net Zero Carbon Quick Wins Fund
We are pleased to confirm that the 2026 Net Zero Carbon Quick Wins Fund (NZCQWF) opened to applications on 5th August 2026. Cut-off for the first round of applications will
Education Team Assistant – 12 month fixed term contract (Term time only – 8 hours per week)
We are seeking a highly organised and motivated individual to join our Education Team as an Administrative Assistant, providing vital support to the Diocesan Director of Education. Term time only,
A year of Lives of Colour projects
Over the past year, Lives of Colour has been working with young people across Cheltenham to explore themes of identity, belonging, racial equity and community. They have produced a recent
Building Management Portal
The Church of England is introducing the Building Management Portal, a new national digital system for managing applications relating to works on churches, their contents, and churchyards. The portal will
How churchyards are building community
A gathering exploring how churches can manage their churchyards for biodiversity has highlighted another important role these spaces can play – bringing communities together. More than 20 people from ten
Refugee Resettlement Officer vacancy – Gloucestershire
Full Time: 37.5 hours per week (with some ‘on call’ requirements) – job share considered Starting salary: £31,537 (NJC Scale 6, level 18) Duration: Initial 1
Children, Youth and Families Minister
We have an exciting opportunity to work within a team to encourage and facilitate faith development of 0-18-year-olds within Tidenham Parish. With a particular focus on 0-11 year-old children and
Project Manager (Principal Designer) – Net Zero Carbon Projects
Project Manager (Principal Designer) – Net Zero Carbon Projects Part time (21 hours per week), 12 month opportunity Band 4: £21,519 – £25,686 pro rata (£35,856 – £42,811
