Events
Community of Practice
Church House, Denmark Road 5 Denmark Road, GloucesterA new opportunity to develop a fresh or existing group in skills of reflective practice and theological reflection in children’s and youth ministry, leading to module accreditation at Level 4
Community of Practice for CFM – Children’s and Youth ministry
Church House, Denmark Road 5 Denmark Road, GloucesterA new opportunity to develop a fresh or existing group in skills of reflective practice and theological reflection in children’s and youth ministry, leading to module accreditation at Level 4
PSO Induction Training
This module is for all new parish safeguarding officers, existing parish safeguarding officers are also welcome. The aim of the course which is delivered either online or face to face
Mental Health First Aid Training – Day 2 of 2
Church Centre, St Andrew's Church, Station Road, Churchdown, GL3 2JTBecome a Mental Health First Aider · MHFA England is an internationally recognised training programme. Through the training participants will gain the skills and confidence to spot the triggers and signs
X:Site Forest of Dean
St James Church Bream 1 St James Sq, Bream, United KingdomX:site (The place of the Cross) is a children’s event supported and run by local churches in partnership with Scripture Union. Together for Youth takes the lead in helping to
IMD 1-4: Living and enabling whole life discipleship
Jerusalem meeting room, 4 College Green Gloucester GL1 2LR 4 College Green, GloucesterY2 curates and invited representative from the parish only 9.30am Eucharist at the cathedral
Webinar: The future is multicultural – so what’s the problem?
'The Future is Multicultural – So What’s the Problem?' with Dr Harvey Kwiyani on Monday 18 May, from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. Dr Harvey Kwiyani explores the deeper challenges beneath the surface of
Children’s Ministry Essentials
Church House, Denmark Road 5 Denmark Road, GloucesterThe CMN Children’s Ministry Essentials Course is a new and exciting resource for children’s ministry. It is aimed at anyone who is volunteering with children in the church or community,
Incumbency: Buildings and Faculties
Church House, 5 Denmark Road, Gloucester, GL1 3HW 5 Denmark Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United KingdomThis session is designed to help clergy navigate the broad and potentially complex range of issues affecting buildings and churchyards. Putting buildings within their wider missional context and not simply
Incumbency: Leading a positive safeguarding culture
Jerusalem meeting room, 4 College Green Gloucester GL1 2LR 4 College Green, GloucesterLooking at the specific role of the incumbent in safeguarding: where the responsibilities lie, how to develop the safeguarding work of the parishes and oversight of those involved, and how
Bi-monthly networking breakfasts at Brimscombe Mill
The Grace Network The West Suite, Brimscome Port Mill, Brimscombe, Stroud, United KingdomFollowing the last two 10:10 Circles, there are now a growing number of alumni who are keen to continue meeting, networking and learning from one another. 10:10 is a group
Frampton film academy 2026
St Mary's Church Frampton on Severn, GloucestershireAn action packed film-making experience for 12 to 18 year olds. Includes: Story-boarding Screen-play writing 2-3 day film shoot on location Hands on experience in front and behind camera Acting
Preaching Generosity Workshop
Parish Hall Watermoor Trinity Road, CirencesterThis workshop is designed for anyone who leads in churches and wants to feel more confident in preaching and teaching about giving as a part of our Christian discipleship. The
Cirencester deanery surgery with the Church Buildings Team
The Old Department Store 29 to 35 market Place, CirencesterAll are invited to the first deanery surgery of the year with the Church Buildings Team from Church House. This will be a relaxed, informal gathering - a chance to
The annual lecture of the International Centre for Biblical Interpretation
Lecture theatre FCT001, Francis Close Hall Campus University of Gloucestershire, Swindon Road, CheltenhamThe Annual Lecture of the International Centre for Biblical Interpretation will be based on ‘Humanising Job’, by Katherine Southwood, Professor of Hebrew Bible / Old Testament, University of Oxford. Rather
Stewardship and Giving: Wotton – Deanery drop-in
The Bank Cafe, 80 Parsonage Street Dursley GL11 4AA 80 Parsonage Street, United KingdomNo need to sign up, just drop in anytime to discuss any stewardship and giving issues over a cuppa! Further dates for your diary... Forest South - Tuesday 16 June
Retire well – planning for a fulfilling retirement
Online eventLed by Sarah Robinson, a specialist career and transition coach, this session explores life beyond stipendiary ministry, with a focus on purpose, identity and how you might use your time
‘The Gospel of Peace: Meditation and the way of nonviolence’ weekend retreat
Ripon College Cuddesdon, OxfordDuring this weekend retreat at Ripon College in Oxfordshire, you will explore the connection between meditation and the Gospel of Peace. Chris Whittington, Founder of The School of Contemplative Life,
Winchcombe music festival
St Peter's Church Winchcombe GL54 5LU Gloucester St, Winchcombe, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
The Assembly on Tour 2026
St Nicholas Church, Bristol City St Nicholas St, BristolThe Assembly on Tour is coming to Bristol on Thursday 4 June from 9.30am to 5.30pm. This will be an enriching experience of forging new paths and exploring fresh landscapes.
Getting Started & Keeping Going – Youth Ministry
St Barnabas Church, Cheltenham Orchard WayGetting started or keeping going? Whether you are just dipping your toe in or have suddenly found yourself in the deep end of Youth ministry come and join us for
Franciscan Day at Gloucester Cathedral
Gloucester Cathedral College Green, GloucesterA gathering in the Lady Chapel to share and talk about the relevance of St Francis today. This is organised by the members of the Third Order of the Society
Branch Youth Worship
The Community Church Cinderford, United KingdomA Monthly Youth Worship Event for secondary school aged young people. Branch Youth Worship Event - For all in secondary education, bring vibrant worship and challenging message to young people
Women’s Worship Night at Trinity, Cheltenham
Trinity Cheltenham, 100-102 Winchcombe St, Cheltenham, GL52 2NWAn evening to spend time in the presence of God together as women. Gathering for extended worship, prayer and friendship - and unpacking how to hear the voice of God
Archdeacon’s Visitation Services 2026
St Catharine's Church London Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United KingdomArchdeacon Katrina is looking forward very much to seeing the Churchwardens at one of this year’s visitation services. The Services are being held over a series of five dates around
The Carers Course
Badgeworth Court Care Home CheltenhamCaring for a loved one with dementia? This is a first aid and manual handling course for unpaid carers. This is a course for unpaid carers, designed by carers, for
Pray for Youth and Children – Forest of Dean
The Community Church Cinderford, United KingdomPraying for children and young people to know Jesus. A monthly Forest of Dean wide prayer breakfast meeting. Open for all to network, support and pray. Organised by Together for
IMD 1-4: Making a good ending
Jerusalem meeting room, 4 College Green Gloucester GL1 2LR 4 College Green, GloucesterY3 curates and training incumbents only
Launch of Sustainable Church Flowers award scheme
Holy Trinity Minchinhampton Bell Lane, Minchinhampton, GloucestershireThe Stroud and Cirencester Deanery Sustainable Flower Group is organising a new workshop. The workshop includes: An award scheme launch Talk Short film Flower demonstration Refreshments The hope is that
Stewardship and Giving: Forest South – Deanery drop-in
The Colliery Cafe Braodwell, United KingdomNo need to sign up, just drop in anytime to discuss any stewardship and giving issues over a cuppa! Further dates for your diary... Cirencester - Thursday 25 June –
William Tyndale – 500 years of his English New Testament
Tewkesbury Abbey Church Street, TewkesburyA William Tyndale exhibition is running in the Lady Chapel of Tewkesbury Abbey from 17 June to 13 August. This includes a full-colour facsimile of his New Testament. It is
Archdeacon’s Visitation Services 2026
St Peter's Church, 2 Gloucester Road, Winchombe GL54 5LU 2 Gloucester Road, Winchcombe, United KingdomArchdeacon Katrina is looking forward very much to seeing the Churchwardens at one of this year’s visitation services. The Services are being held over a series of five dates around
Welcome to the Diocesan Church School Family – Online drop-in discussion sessions
OnlineThursday 18 June 2026 4.00pm-5.00pm For Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and teachers new to Church schools. Enabling you to explore the ideas in online materials with Education Team colleagues and peers
Safer Recruitment Workshop
Making sense of safer recruitment For those that have completed the online Safer Recruitment and People Management course, we are offering some practical workshops where you can put this
Stewardship and Giving: Cirencester – Deanery drop-in
The Long Table, Cirencester Market Pl, CirencesterNo need to sign up, just drop in anytime to discuss any stewardship and giving issues over a cuppa! Further dates for your diary... Severn Vale – Thursday 16 July
