While many dioceses across the UK have seen a decline in funeral ministry, the Diocese of Gloucester is seeing a rise. Not only is it resisting the trend, but it’s
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“It’s not just a new job, it’s a new calling”
It was a joyful installation service for the new Archdeacon of Cheltenham, The Venerable Katrina Scott, in Gloucester Cathedral at the end of March. Surrounded by friends, family, colleagues and
Holding the key, podcast episode 8: Dilys Alam interviews Bishop Rachel
Bishop Rachel (Anglican Bishop for HM prisons) in conversation with Dilys Alam (Home Affairs policy advisor at the Archbishops’ Council) – Taking the politics out of sentencing. In this eighth
Bishop Rachel responds to the Times Crime and Justice Commission Report
Bishop Rachel has released a statement on the Times Crime and Justice Commission report on the state of the criminal justice system
Message from Bishop Rachel, 15 April 2025
Long ago God spoke to our ancestors in many and various ways by the prophets, but in these last days he has spoken to us by a Son… (Hebrews 1:1-2) On
Message from Bishop Robert, 8 April 2025
One of the things that I am deeply grateful for in the life of our diocese are our international partnership links. We have four. Two are in India: the Diocese
Miriam’s call to serve locally, from Japan to Hucclecote
Before Miriam Davis’ current role as an Assistant Curate for her local church, St Philip and St James in Hucclecote, Gloucester, she spent decades serving in Japan with OMF International.
Stroud churches collaborate to boost churchyard biodiversity
Stroud Deanery is working with local partners in a bid to protect and restore biodiversity in churchyards. 19 representatives from churches across the Stroud Area Deanery gathered in North Woodchester
How can we help our church thrive?
On 31 May, a group of 80 people will gather at Brimscombe Mill to ask a deceptively simple question: How can we help our church thrive? Titled ‘Thriving Church‘, this
St Catharine’s welcomes Nowruz and the Persian New Year
St Catharine’s Church Gloucester provided a warm and inclusive space for a celebration of renew and new beginnings called Nowruz, or Persian New Year, on 20 March. Nowruz, meaning ‘new
Minor Repairs and Improvements Fund 2026
In 2024, £114,750 of money from the Church Commissioners’ £11 million Buildings for Mission Funding was allocated to 37 different church projects across the Diocese of Gloucester for minor repairs
Bishop Rachel writes to the Lord Chancellor
This week Bishop Rachel has written to the The Rt Hon Shabana Mahmood MP, Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice: Dear Lord Chancellor, I wanted to write to
Supporting ministry across the Church of England
“I have come that they may have LIFE, and have it to the full.” (John 10:10) When Jesus talks about ‘Life in all its fullness’ he is teaching about the
Unlock your church’s financial potential with these upcoming workshops
Managing church budgets and finances can feel overwhelming, but with the right strategies, your parish can thrive. Whether you’re looking to establish a ‘Friends of’ group, encourage planned giving, or
Introductory message from the Ven Katrina Scott, Archdeacon of Cheltenham, 1 April 2025
It was wonderful to be Collated, Installed and Welcomed as Archdeacon in such a beautiful service on Sunday.
Connect Blog: Adolescence
This month, Senior Connector Barrie Voyce, is reflecting on the Netflix’s 4 part series, Adolescence. If you’ve been paying attention to the media over the last few weeks you cannot
How to re-watch the Archdeacon of Cheltenham’s collation, installation and welcome service
The collation, installation, and welcome service for the new Archdeacon of Cheltenham, the Revd Canon Katrina Scott, took place on Sunday (30 March) from 3pm to 5pm at Gloucester Cathedral.
Nominations open for Christian Aid Power of Hope awards
Christian Aid is calling for nominations of individuals or groups from our worshipping communities for the Power of Hope Award, which the charity has launched to mark its 80th anniversary. The
How Trinity Cheltenham cut energy costs and carbon emissions
In February, Trinity Church in Cheltenham successfully completed a major sustainability project, installing 60 solar panels, battery storage, LED lighting upgrades, and cavity wall insulation in its community centre, Trinity
Message from Bishop Robert, 25 March 2025
I found myself at dusk on Ash Wednesday some three weeks ago driving through the Cotswolds on my way to preside at the Eucharist and to receive and to offer
St James’ Church Repair Café wins Unsung Heroes Award
Michael Smedley and the volunteers at St James’ Church Repair Café have been selected as winners of the Unsung Heroes Award, presented by the Cotswold District Council. The award celebrates individuals
Retired vicar seeks to inspire Christians to resist oppression through faith
Retired priest, Jonathan Evans, who is part of the worshipping community at St Catharine’s, Gloucester, is looking to form a study group to help Christians become inspired to respond to
Net Zero Carbon ‘Quick Wins’ Grant Scheme
The Diocese of Gloucester has received a grant of £48,850 to support churches and church halls on the way to Net Zero Carbon. The funds are part of the Church
News from Gloucester Cathedral regarding Peter Ball signage
With the support of the Safeguarding team, Gloucester Cathedral has placed an interpretation panel next to the list of Bishops in the North Ambulatory of the Cathedral to explain the
