As churches continue to work towards the Church of England’s 2030 net zero carbon target, and to honour the Church’s fifth mark of mission, ‘to strive to safeguard the integrity
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‘Picking up the pieces’ for responsible, relational and restorative justice system
Bishop Rachel has joined with Christian leaders calling on the government to work in partnership with churches, communities, and faith-based organisations to tackle a failing criminal justice system.
Bishops call on government to take action over settler violence
Bishop Rachel has joined with the bishops of Norwich, Southwark and Chelmsford in writing an open letter to The Guardian over settler violence against Palestinian communities, particularly in Taybeh, the
Rising Stars project builds confidence and well-being among students
The Rising Stars project at All Saints’ Academy is helping young people grow in confidence and improve physical and mental well-being. Run by Lives of Colour, the project offers after-school
Louise’s Vocation at The Nelson Trust
During an Alpha course, Louise Oldfield found out about a charity called The Nelson Trust and immediately felt an overwhelming calling and a sense that her past experience had been
Duck tombolas and salmon suppers for Christian Aid
Duck tombolas, handmade cards and salmon suppers were part of the amazing and creative fundraising efforts that churches in the Diocese of Gloucester completed to support Christian Aid Week this
Message from Bishop Rachel, 8 July 2025
For all sorts of reasons, I have been thinking a lot about the significance of numbers this week. Some of those numbers are about anniversaries: On Sunday it was a
Leadership award connects children and care homes
Children at Christ Church School in Cheltenham have been learning what it takes to be a great leader, completing the Archbishop of York’s Young Leader Award (AYLA). The qualities of
Recognising our summer holiday clubs
Summer is fast approaching, a time when we are particularly thankful for our children, youth and families work. Many churches are preparing to host holiday clubs with fun, affordable activities,
Outdoor baptism and confirmation in Quedgeley
Six people were confirmed with one adult and a teenager baptised before their confirmation, in a joyful outdoor service at St James’ Quedgeley. The Revd Dr Mark Siddall, Priest in
Message from Bishop Robert, 1 July 2025
Christian people are always thankful people. This is at the heart of our primary action of worship when we break bread and share the common cup in the Eucharist –
Voices of Youth – What is prison for? – Fill in a quick survey here
The Bishop of Gloucester wants to hear from young people about prison. Fill in a quick survey here.
Latest members admitted to the Company of St Kyneburga
12 people were admitted to the Company of St Kyneburga last Monday (16 June) – an annual tradition that recognises those who have made notable contributions to the Diocese of
Videos and photos of the 2025 ordinations
This weekend, eight new priests and eight new deacons were ordained at Gloucester Cathedral.
“I believe God is doing something special among Persian people”
On 14 June, the Persian Anglican Network Conference brought together people from across the UK to talk about faith, leadership, and welcoming and helping Persian Christians in the Anglican Church.
Message from Bishop Rachel, 24 June 2025
29 June is the day that the Church remembers St Peter, the one on whom Christ built his Church. We are very aware of Peter’s failings and flaws as well as his transformation, gifts, leadership and love of Jesus Christ.
River Avon to be blessed in call for cleaner rivers
Tewkesbury Abbey is holding a special High Mass and Procession culminating in the Blessing of the River Avon on Sunday, in a bold call for renewed environmental responsibility and action
Funding earmarked for Net Zero improvements to clergy housing
Clergy homes in the Diocese of Gloucester are to get upgrades to help make them more energy (carbon) efficient. Over the next two years, 46 clergy homes will be appraised
Refugee Week 2025: Community as a superpower
This year’s Refugee Week, from 16 to 22 June 2025, invites us to reflect on Community as a Superpower – a theme that highlights the strength and resilience of those seeking sanctuary.
Message from Bishop Robert, 16 June 2025
I very much hope that you will have some knowledge of the work that has been happening across our diocese on our Deanery Strategic Pathways. These plans, rooted in each
Nature panel unveiled in Quedgeley
An interpretive nature panel has been unveiled at St James’ churchyard in Quedgeley. The panel was hand-painted by families that attend their new all-generation service, ‘StJs’. It was unveiled at
Shining a light and magnifying a whisper
Bishop Rachel’s reflections from a visit to Israel-Palestine in May 2025
Inspiration and friendship in partnership visit
The Bishop of our partner Diocese of Dornakal in India, the Rt Revd Padma Rao has just visited the Diocese of Gloucester and King’s School with a delegation from the diocese’s churches and schools.
Young parents reflect on life in ministry
When a young parent is called to ordained ministry, it can have a huge impact not just on themselves, but on their whole family …
