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Future Youth Intern Programme
If your A-level results or those of someone close to you weren’t what you hoped for, it may feel as though everyone else has a plan while you’re left wondering what comes next.
“Come for the Pilates, stay for the relationships”
Pilates might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about community, connection and faith. But for Sportily’s Abbie Clarke, these sessions have become so much
Message from Bishop Robert, 14 July 2026
For most children, this is the last week of the summer term, a week marked by a whole range of different emotions.
Stand for Synod
New clergy and lay members are being elected to General Synod this year – and you are invited to stand as a candidate. General Synod is the national assembly of
Historic paintings to be saved by Discover Decrypt project, after The National Lottery Heritage Fund grant
A major new grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund will enable St Mary DeCrypt in central Gloucester to conserve and explore internationally significant artwork painted on its medieval walls.
Rachel and RECOGNISE
“We can learn so much from younger people. It’s a very two-way thing. It’s not just us providing and giving information and teaching and nurturing. It’s definitely a partnership in
Message from Bishop Rachel, 7 July 2026
‘An argument arose among them as to which one of them was the greatest. But Jesus, aware of their inner thoughts, took a little child and put it by his side, and
The Revd Canon Richard Mitchell
It is with sadness that we share the news of the death of the Revd Canon Richard Mitchell. Bishop Rachel writes, “Many of you will remember Richard, who retired from
Finding faith and joy on two wheels
The Revd Mark Siddall, Priest in Charge at St James, Quedgeley, has written a practical guide to help anyone considering cycling as their main form of transport. Written from years
Ordinations 2026: photos now available
This weekend, family, friends, clergy and congregations from across the diocese gathered at Gloucester Cathedral to celebrate the ordinations of 18 candidates. Priest photos: Album on Facebook Download in high
An update regarding the Living Alongside Bats in Churches Grant
The Bat Conservation Trust are excited to announce that the next round of applications will open 17 August 2026, and close at 10am on 26 October 2026. We encourage any
Celebrating Pride at St Mary’s
St Mary’s Thornbury welcomed around 70 children from Castle Secondary School who took part in the school’s Pride March on 22 June. During what was one of the warmest weeks
Denise: “It’s all about Jesus, wherever he sends us”
Standing in the rain during a walk by Ripon College Cuddesdon, Denise found herself surrounded by bright yellow fields. They immediately reminded her of the terraced yellow fields of China,
Message from Bishop Robert, 30 June 2026
At the ordination services last weekend, Bishop Rachel reminded those gathered that “the Church is the Body of Christ, the people of God and the dwelling-place of the Holy Spirit.”
Faith, family and calling: Lorna’s story
When Lorna Theophilus met a female priest who was also raising young children, something shifted. “It was the first time I’d seen somebody who was like me,” she said. She
Little Pilgrims, summer digital campaign
This summer, throughout July and August, we’ll be running a social media campaign called ‘Little Pilgrims’. The aim is to help families discover (or rediscover) our church buildings, not just
Bishop Rachel joins ‘Time to Act’ campaign
Bishop Rachel is continuing to raise her voice for justice and peace across Palestine and Israel, adding her support to the national ‘Time To Act’ campaign. She said: “As Christians
Message from Bishop Rachel, 23 June 2026
This week I will be on retreat with our ordinands as they prepare for their ordination as deacon or priest this weekend.
Great Get Together conversations
Bishop Rachel has hosted a Great Get Together, aiming to give people opportunities to reflect on the things that draw us together and the things that separate us. The Great
Message from Bishop Rachel and Bishop Robert: Historical adoption practices
The Church of England has today apologised for its role in historical adoption practices, particularly in mother and baby homes. You can read the full apology and report on the
Message from Bishop Robert, 16 June 2026
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
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.
