It was a great privilege last weekend to be in our link diocese of Västerås in Sweden as the guest of Bishop Mikael Mogren, joining in their ordination services. On
Author: Natalie Sansom
Updated guidance on drones
The drone guidance has been updated to reflect the latest Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) framework (2026), including the introduction of Flyer ID and Operator ID requirements, UK class marks, and
A pilgrimage of remembrance: ‘In Monty’s Footsteps’
Pilgrimage is being rediscovered not only as travel, but as a way of prayer, reflection and connection.
Director of Music in the Parish of Winchcombe
Working Hours: circa 10 – 12 hours per week on average Location: The Parish of Winchcombe Salary & Holidays: Salary: £8,000 – £10,000 depending on experience and qualifications, + Fees.
Andy’s journey from headteacher to ordinand
When Andy Everett is ordained deacon this summer, it will mark the culmination of a journey that began more than 35 years ago as a student teacher. Kathryn, the woman
Churches gather to bless River Avon
On Sunday 14 June, Tewkesbury Abbey and St Mary’s Magdalene, Twyning will celebrate and bless the River Avon as part of a wider group of churches that are coming together
Giving Administrator (Part time)
Salary: £14,078.60 (pro-rata FTE £24,637.60) Hours: 20 Contract type: Permanent Location: Gloucester Job description → Are you an organised and detail-oriented professional looking to join a dynamic team? Cornerstone Resources
Giving Administrator (Full time)
Salary: £24,637.60 Hours: 35 Contract type: Permanent Location: Gloucester Job description → Are you an organised and detail-oriented professional looking to join a dynamic team? Cornerstone Resources is hiring a
Ordinations 2026: The full details
At the end of June, family, friends, clergy and congregations from across the diocese will gather at Gloucester Cathedral to watch and celebrate the ordinations of 18 candidates. Eleven will
Sea Sunday 2026
Churches across the UK and around the world are being invited to take part in Sea Sunday 2026, a global day of prayer, reflection and action for the 1.9 million
Youth Minister at St Matthew’s and The Minster
St Matthew’s and The Minster is a growing Anglican Evangelical church in the town centre of Cheltenham. They are looking for an experienced full-time Youth Minister to join their ministry
Gloucester Cathedral awarded best cultural venue of the year
Gloucester Cathedral is celebrating after being named best cultural venue of the year at the prestigious SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle and Community Awards 2026. The award recognises the Cathedral’s outstanding contribution
New Chaplaincy School Connector for Cotswold School
After two years of partnership development and relationship building across the churches in the North Cotswolds, led by Deanery Youth Connector Amy Todd, The Cotswold School is delighted to welcome
Peace pilgrimage welcomes walkers
In August, all are warmly invited to take part in a special peace pilgrimage marking 800 years since the death of St Francis of Assisi. Whether you would like to
Sportily blog: Encounter spaces
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
National month of prayer for toddler groups – June 2026
‘Send a Sheep!’ June is the national month of prayer for toddler group ministries. Organised by 1277 Make Them Count – a Network of church-based Toddler Group leaders – the
Churches Count on Nature 2026
Churches across England and Wales are being encouraged to take part in Churches Count on Nature 2026, which will take place from Saturday 6 June to Sunday 14 June as
Shifting gears: How to nourish ourselves
The Net Zero Carbon Project Manager for the Diocese of Gloucester, Erica Siddall, reflects on the hope she has found through the Laudato Si’ Movement, which connects faith, hope, and
Sanctuary Sunday
Every year on 20 June, the UNHCR marks World Refugee Day. This was established in 2001 on the 50thAnniversary of the Geneva Convention of the Rights of Refugees. The Convention
Climate leadership survey for Oxford University research
Church leaders, Divinity students or those in ministerial training, and congregation members are invited to take part in a research project exploring climate leadership within the Church, being undertaken through
Record retention schedule: New best practice guide on record and information management
A new document sets out best practice on what paper and digital records your church should keep, for how long, and which can be disposed of or archived. It’s called
Message from Bishop Rachel, 12 May 2026
On Thursday 14 May we will celebrate Ascension Day, 40 days after Easter Day. Following his resurrection, Jesus spoke with his disciples about continuing to live and share his teachings;
News from The Diocese of Dornakal
The Diocese of Gloucester is in partnership with the Diocese of Dornakal in India. These links across cultures allow friendships to develop, helping people to understand one another better while
St Cyr’s Church set for major revamp
New plans unveiled to revitalise St Cyr’s Church, are designed to secure its future and enhance its role at the heart of Stonehouse. The proposed improvements include the creation of
