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SUMMARY:Net Zero Carbon School
DESCRIPTION:Ideas that won’t cost the earth\nFor school leaders\, governors and trustees\nBy the end of the session participants should expect to learn ways to reduce their carbon footprint as well as understanding the responsibilities for headteacher\,  governors and the whole school community to work towards the 2030 carbon net zero target.\nWe will cover:\n· Quick wins including behavioural changes\n· Future proofing your school\n· Latest news on funding\n· Understanding your energy use including a review of the Display Energy Certificate (DEC)\n· Latest resources available\n“Excellent\, more than was expected” “Very informative and useful” “Excellent knowledge base. Well delivered – friendly and informative”\nBook here
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/net-zero-carbon-school-2/
LOCATION:The Jerusalem Room\, No 4 College Green\, Gloucester\, GL1 2LR\, No 4 College Green\, Gloucester\, GL1 2LR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Environment,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241106T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241106T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
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SUMMARY:Parish Trainers Catch Up
DESCRIPTION:A Catch up Session for Parish Trainers. This will be a hybrid event and can be attended in person or by Zoom. \nIf you would like to attend\, please email safeguardingtraining@glosdioc.org.uk \n 
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/parish-trainers-catch-up-2/
CATEGORIES:Safeguarding - open to all
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241106T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
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UID:63473-1730921400-1730925000@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Reconciling justice – a talk by Dr. Salim Munayer
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Salim Munayer is a Palestinian Christian and Israeli citizen\, and is the founder of Musalaha\, an organisation that works for reconciliation in Palestine/Israel. He is the author of recently published Reconciling Justice\, a book that sets out the teaching of justice of the different religions in the Middle East. \nThis talk is with the Tewkesbury Abbey Theology Forum.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/reconciling-justice-a-talk-by-dr-salim-munayer/
LOCATION:Tewkesbury Abbey\, Church Street\, Tewkesbury\, GL20 5RZ
CATEGORIES:External event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241111T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
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UID:64287-1731312000-1731862800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:National Interfaith Week in Gloucester and Cheltenham
DESCRIPTION:National Interfaith Week is from 11 to 17 November\, and is being celebrated in Gloucester and Cheltenham. \nOn Wednesday 13 November the Gloucester Inter Faith Team (GIFT) have arranged an Interfaith Quiz Night from 6pm to 9pm at The University of Gloucestershire Business School\, Oxstalls Campus\, Oxstalls Lane\, Gloucester GL2 9HW. \nThere will be food and friends all round. This will also be a chance to learn about our different faiths and beliefs. \nIf you would like to join\, please book your place using this link: www.ticketsource.co.uk/gift. \nFrom Monday 11 to Monday 18 November a number of Cheltenham’s faith groups will open their doors to anyone who would like to visit and learn more about them. \nDetails and tickets for all the week’s events can be found here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/cheltenhaminterfaith \nYou can also find tickets there to a special showcase event  on Wednesday 13 November featuring Cheltenham Welcomes Refugees and exploring how faith communities can get involved in supporting those who are refugees or seeking asylum in Cheltenham. Join from 7pm to 9pm in the University Chapel\, Francis Close Hall\, Cheltenham GL50 4AZ.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/national-interfaith-week-in-gloucester-and-cheltenham/
CATEGORIES:External event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241111T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241111T140000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
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SUMMARY:Open the Gospel Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:Do you sometimes read the Gospel for this coming Sunday and wonder what new perspective you might find? \n \nWould you value space to wrestle with the text with other\, faithful people? Could you benefit from help thinking through how to connect with all generations through your preaching? \nIf you sometimes feel isolated\, uninspired and like you’d benefit from a sounding board as you prepare to preach\, we are here for you! \nOpen the Gospel is an online learning community of preachers\, lay and ordained\, where each week on a Monday we will engage with the Gospel reading for the coming Sunday from different perspectives. \nIt is a space to listen and learn from one another and\, in the process\, create recorded resources that can be accessed at any time and used in services where a preacher is not available. \nTo join the conversation at 1pm please click here \n 
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/open-the-gospel-111124/
LOCATION:Online event
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,CMD: Clergy,CMD: Open to all,CMD: Readers,Developing Your Ministry,Everyday Faith,Worship & prayer
ORGANIZER;CN="Revd Kate Stacey":MAILTO:kstacey@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241112T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241015T134035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T093209Z
UID:63735-1731407400-1731412800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:EcoChurch Resourcing: Coffee Shop Gathering
DESCRIPTION:EcoChurch Resourcing events are currently focussed on informal gatherings in coffee shops\, in various locations across the Diocese.  They are opportunities to bring questions\, to share joys and frustrations\, and to find out what others are doing nearby.  Often conversations develop about what could be done by working together.  Ecumenical partners are welcome to join the conversation – we have close links with other churches through GCEJN so it seems appropriate to do this together. \nPop in for as long as you are able to join the conversation with Cate Williams (our Environmental Engagement Officer). If you need to come late or leave early\, that is absolutely fine.  We look forward to dreaming together about what could be possible in our churches and communities. \n \nNew dates will be advertised\, as they are set.  The idea is to find a date with a few people in each place and then open it up to anyone who’d like to join the conversation.  Cate welcomes invitations from any location across the Diocese. \nNext date is 12 November 2024 / 10.30am at The Ark Café\, Newent. \nThere is no need to book but if you have time please register your interest
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/ecochurch-resourcing-nov-2024-2/
LOCATION:The Ark\, The Ark Café\, The Good News Centre\, Newent\, GL18 1AN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Environment
ORGANIZER;CN="Cate Williams":MAILTO:cwilliams@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241114T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241114T133000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20240801T101738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T101058Z
UID:61806-1731587400-1731591000@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Children and Families: Meeting Point Online Support Group - Cancelled
DESCRIPTION:Please note\, this event has been cancelled. Please sign up if you would like to be added to the group for future meetings.  \nJust starting out or feeling your way with Children and Families ministry? \nMeeting Point is a new online group meeting once a month for an hour\, bringing together people who are experienced practicing Children and Family ministers/workers and those who are new or even just thinking about it. \nThe purpose is to support you with whatever is currently happening\, respond to questions\, make connections explore learning opportunities and pray for one another. \nClick here to sign up to the group. \nJo supports churches across the diocese in developing their work with children and families\, including the nurturing of faith in the home and school-parish relationships.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/children-and-families-meeting-point-online-support-group-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,Developing Your Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241114T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20240830T124535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T124535Z
UID:62419-1731592800-1731596400@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Torch Trust: Introduction to sight loss friendly church (SLFC)
DESCRIPTION:This zoom session covers a brief overview of what it means to be a sight loss friendly church. There is an interactive element in the form of an informal quiz\, personal stories and videos about sight loss and an overview of our services. \nCome along if you’re thinking of signing up your church or if you’d like to refresh old knowledge. \nUse this registration link to sign up: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIlceqpqT8vHdbre1Ekzi5oMpsYOxGg5HQr#/registration \n 
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/torch-trust-introduction-to-sight-loss-friendly-church-slfc-2/
CATEGORIES:External event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241115T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241105T095339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T095339Z
UID:64279-1731661200-1731862800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Festival of wonder 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Festival of Wonder is back\, with performance art\, children’s activities\, exhibitions\, reflective spaces\, food\, and community. \nMost events and activities are free to attend and open to all ages. \nThere will be a circus show\, ‘The Snow Globe’\, written and directed by Andy Bewley (ex-Giffords) and starring BGT 2023 Finalists aerialists Duo Odyssey\, alongside popular French Shadow Dance Duo\, Claire & Antho\, and award-winning international clown/comedian Viktor Vasiliev. \nOn Friday evening\, following a Relaxed Performance which is already sold out\, a Gala Evening to fundraise for the festival will include a performance of ‘The Snow Globe’ as well as award winning comedian Jo Enright (Phoenix Nights\, The Job Lot\, Life’s Too Short\, After Life). The gala provides guaranteed seating\, as well as discounted standing tickets. \nOn Saturday all events are free and include circus and dance performances and community singing as well as Children’s Activities\, an Under 5’s Play Area\, Café (with free drinks and cakes)\, the interactive Wall of Wonder and a reflective space\, this year called The Thin Space. There will be 3 performances of ‘The Snow Globe’ during the day. \nSunday includes a church service which will include an aerial performance\, the Festival of Wonder band and artist and refugee worker Bill Crooks; church as never before. \nA Sunday afternoon circus skills workshop will be led by School of Larks – booking is required as there are limited spaces. \nThe festival concludes with a grand finale\, ‘Circus of the Soul’\, curated by Andy Bewley\, which will include internationally acclaimed aerial artist Tatiana Ozhiganova (The London Cabaret\, ex Giffords)\, Stroud’s own Phoenix Choir and Phoenix Children’s Choir as well as international comedians/clowns Viktor & Lara. Booking is required for this event\, but there will be no charge for tickets. \nAndy Bewley\, Writer and Director of the Festival’s centrepiece circus performance\, ‘The Snow Globe’\,\nsaid: “We are thrilled to have a number of very exciting and unique acts in this years’ show. ‘The Snow Globe’ is a show for all: for those of faith and those of non-faith\, for those who have never been to theatre before and to those who are performers themselves\, whoever you are\, whatever you believe\, and whatever you’ve got on\, cancel it and come down and join in the fun.” \nFull details and tickets at www.festivalofwonder.org
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/festival-of-wonder-2024/
LOCATION:St Laurence Church\, The Stroud Centre for Peace and the Arts\, The Shambles\, Stroud\, GL5 1JL
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241116T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20240726T092906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T092906Z
UID:61575-1731751200-1731762000@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Stranger to Friend
DESCRIPTION:Welcome\, hospitality and mission. \nWherever\, and however we meet people\, there are small things that make a big difference to how those new to church move from stranger to friend. This training morning is ideal for church leaders\, evangelists\, welcomers\, family workers and all who want to see more people discover more about God and God’s people. \nTo book your place please click here \nLed by: The Revd Canon Dr Sandra Millar\, Director of Mission and Ministry.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/stranger-to-friend/
LOCATION:St John the Evangelist Church Hall\, Churchdown\, St John's Avenue\, Gloucester\, GL3 2DB
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,CMD: Open to all,Developing Your Ministry,Everyday Faith,Other diocesan training,Pioneering,Worship & prayer
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241118T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241009T113835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T104336Z
UID:63619-1731934800-1731938400@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Open the Gospel Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:Do you sometimes read the Gospel for this coming Sunday and wonder what new perspective you might find? \n \nWould you value space to wrestle with the text with other\, faithful people? Could you benefit from help thinking through how to connect with all generations through your preaching? \nIf you sometimes feel isolated\, uninspired and like you’d benefit from a sounding board as you prepare to preach\, we are here for you! \nOpen the Gospel is an online learning community of preachers\, lay and ordained\, where each week on a Monday we will engage with the Gospel reading for the coming Sunday from different perspectives. \nIt is a space to listen and learn from one another and\, in the process\, create recorded resources that can be accessed at any time and used in services where a preacher is not available. \nTo join the conversation at 1pm please click here \n 
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/open-the-gospel-181124/
LOCATION:Online event
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,CMD: Clergy,CMD: Open to all,CMD: Readers,Developing Your Ministry,Everyday Faith,Worship & prayer
ORGANIZER;CN="Revd Kate Stacey":MAILTO:kstacey@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241118T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241118T183000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20240829T094518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T094518Z
UID:62346-1731943800-1731954600@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:EcoChurch Resourcing: EcoChurch drop-in with sustainable heating demo
DESCRIPTION:In this Eco-Church resourcing event\, with Matt Fulford (DAC sustainability advisor) and Cate Williams (Environmental Engagement Officer) are looking forward to you joining them to demonstrate different solutions they have used to achieve net zero and answer questions about technical aspects of reducing carbon usage in church buildings. \nThis is free of charge.  45 minutes sessions run from 3:30pm – 6:30pm and it would be useful to know how many people will be attending.  To book your place please click here. \nVenue: Holy Trinity\, Stroud is a carbon net zero building. Matt\, along with members of the local church project team\, will demonstrate the different solutions they have used in order to achieve this. In this building\, which is a 600 seater grade II listed building\, an old gas boiler has been replaced with a mix of under pew heating and a halo infrared heater\, both reducing carbon footprint and reducing the weekly bills by £100 to just £22. We hope that it will be a cold enough day to demonstrate how effective low carbon heating can be when designed well to fit the building. We will also be available for general conversation about sustainability and church buildings \nPlease arrive at any time and Cate will be around to chat\, but we are encouraging you to wait until your booked time to join Matt’s demonstrations. Please contact Cate if you have any questions before the session. \nWhile there is a focus in this drop-in on the ‘buildings’ heading of Eco-Church\, Cate will be around for more general conversation across the breadth of EcoChurch.  Conversation\, questions and celebrations\, across all five categories of EcoChurch will be very much welcomed. \n  \n \nThis session will be led by Cate Williams\, our Environmental Engagement Officer and Matt Fulford our DAC Sustainability Advisor.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/ecochurch-resourcing-eco-church-drop-in-with-sustainable-heating-demo-2/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity Church\, Stroud\, Trinity Road\, Stroud\, GL5 2HX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:CMD: Open to all,Developing Your Ministry,Environment
ORGANIZER;CN="Cate Williams":MAILTO:cwilliams@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241119T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20240913T103352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T103352Z
UID:62845-1732044600-1732050000@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Pilgrim: a course for the Christian journey
DESCRIPTION:St Mary Magdalene Church in Elmstone Hardwicke is offering a group for enquirers and new Christians who want to learn more about the Christian faith. \nThe group is for: \n\nThose who have recently started coming to Church\nThose who want the chance to think about Christian faith\nThose preparing for baptism or confirmation\nThose who have been Christians for many years and want to visit the roots of their faith again.\n\nIt is a new discipleship and teaching resource from the Church of England that encourages participation through biblical reflection and prayer. It is divided into two parts: Follow\, which introduces the Christian faith\, and Grow\, which deepens discipleship. \nThe group will meet fortnightly at 7.30pm on Tuesday evenings\, with food (such as pizza and salads) starting from 24 September. \nThe initial commitment is for 6 weeks and is estimated to carry on through to spring 2025. The dates for the first six weeks take place on every other Tuesday\, with the dates being 24 September\, 8 October\, 22 October\, 5 November\, 19 November\, 3 December. \nIf you would like a place\, or if you would like more information\, contact the leaders of The Pilgrim group\, Sarah Jones at sarah@ctpweb.co.uk\, and Shelagh Holder at shelagh-holder@outlook.com. \nThe meetings take place at their residences\, starting with Shelagh’s on 24 September. \nNumbers are limited\, so if you would like a place\, it is advised to get in contact with either Sarah or Shelagh soon. \n 
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/pilgrim-a-course-for-the-christian-journey-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:St Mary Magdalene\, St Mary Magdalene\, The Green\, Elmstone Hardwicke\, Cheltenham\, GL51 9TJ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241120T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241120T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241015T131727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T131727Z
UID:63719-1732107600-1732118400@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Governors Introduction to a Church School
DESCRIPTION:For Governors and Trustees of CofE Schools\nThis is an introduction to the unique and privileged role governors and trustees hold in Church schools. We will explore the different types of Church schools\, identify the different governance structures and the key documents that support and direct  governance in Church schools. You will discover the importance of the role of  governors and trustees in upholding the school’s or academy’s trust deed lived out through the school’s distinctive Christian vision.  New this year: an A-Z of land and buildings. There will be opportunity for questions and networking. This is essential free training for all new to governance in a Church School and those who would welcome a refresher.\n“Excellent\, incredibly clear and informative. Great overview suitable for wide-ranging types of church schools and academy trusts”\nBook here
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/governors-introduction-to-a-church-school/
LOCATION:Parliament Room\, College Green\, Gloucester\, GL1 2LY
CATEGORIES:New to working in a church school,School governance,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241121T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241121T210000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241003T133624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T134800Z
UID:63382-1732213800-1732222800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Unconscious Bias Training
DESCRIPTION:We all have opinions\, are aware of it and make allowances. What is of greater concern is those of which we are unconscious. \nThis training\, which is part of our safer recruiting programme\, is open to anyone who wants to become more aware of their thinking. In two and a half hours we will: \n\nProvide an overview of the concept of unconscious bias and it’s impact;\nHighlight the differences between and importance of the concepts of diversity and inclusion;\nOffer tools and techniques to manage and reduce bias;\nAllow space to action plan for change.\n\nPlease take a moment to see this short introduction from Bishop Rachel. \nIt is also possible for this course to be offered locally – in parish\, benefice or deanery setting.  \nFor more information or to discuss running a course in parish\, benefice or deanery setting please contact Pauline Godfrey on pgodfrey@glosdioc.org.uk \nTo book your place please click here.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/unconscious-bias-training-21-nov-2024/
LOCATION:The Jerusalem Room\, No 4 College Green\, No 4 College Green\, Gloucester\, GL1 2LR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,CMD: Clergy,CMD: Open to all,CMD: Readers,Curates,Developing Your Ministry,Stewardship and Giving,Worship & prayer,Youth Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241123T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241123T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241112T102708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T102742Z
UID:64440-1732384800-1732392000@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Online seminar: God\, tech and care of Creation
DESCRIPTION:“The earth is the LORD’s and all that is in it.” (Ps 24:1) \nThis two-part event explores the interplay of theology\, environmental science\, and technology to address how humanity can reduce its environmental impact while continuing to thrive. \nKey Questions: \n\nHow does our Christian duty to care for the Earth fit into our faith and practice?\nWhat can we expect from the already irreversible impacts of our past choices?\nCan technology help reduce our environmental footprint?\nWhat more can we do?\n\nTo attend online\, please sign up here:\nhttp://www.sswsj.org/god-and-the-machine-2024.html
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/online-seminar-god-tech-and-care-of-creation/
CATEGORIES:External event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241124T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20240830T130513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T130513Z
UID:62421-1732464000-1732978800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Icon Painting with the Prosopon School of Iconology
DESCRIPTION:Seven-day intensive retreat led by master Iconographer Deacon Nikita Andrejev. \nThere will be a focus on painting the “Angel of The Golden Hair\,” inspired by 12th century icons. \nThere will be an introduction to liquid egg tempera technique\, as well as daily prayers\, lectures on icon symbolism\, and painting demonstrations. \nParticipants will create a complete icon by the end of the retreat. \nBoth residential and non-residential rates are available. Residential options are fully inclusive with all meals provided. Non-residential options include suppers\, lunches and all refreshments and exclude B&B. \nFor all information and to book\, visit: https://www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/event/icon-painting-with-the-prosopon-school-of-iconology-24/ \n 
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/icon-painting-with-the-prosopon-school-of-iconology/
LOCATION:Hawkwood College\, Painswick Old Road\, Stroud\, Gloucester\, GL6 7QW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External event
ORGANIZER;CN="Hawkwood college":MAILTO:info@hawkwoodcollege.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241125T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241125T140000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241009T113844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T104254Z
UID:63621-1732539600-1732543200@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Open the Gospel Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:Do you sometimes read the Gospel for this coming Sunday and wonder what new perspective you might find? \n \nWould you value space to wrestle with the text with other\, faithful people? Could you benefit from help thinking through how to connect with all generations through your preaching? \nIf you sometimes feel isolated\, uninspired and like you’d benefit from a sounding board as you prepare to preach\, we are here for you! \nOpen the Gospel is an online learning community of preachers\, lay and ordained\, where each week on a Monday we will engage with the Gospel reading for the coming Sunday from different perspectives. \nIt is a space to listen and learn from one another and\, in the process\, create recorded resources that can be accessed at any time and used in services where a preacher is not available. \nTo join the conversation at 1pm please click here \n 
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/open-the-gospel-251124/
LOCATION:Online event
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,CMD: Clergy,CMD: Open to all,CMD: Readers,Developing Your Ministry,Everyday Faith,Worship & prayer
ORGANIZER;CN="Revd Kate Stacey":MAILTO:kstacey@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241127T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241104T140628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T140628Z
UID:64262-1732698000-1733072400@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Crib fest 2024
DESCRIPTION:Come along to St John’s Church and see hundreds of Christmas Nativity Cribs\, get involved in the Christmas Story with crafts and coffee and cake. \nThe festival is FREE\, however\, any donations to the ongoing work to preserve this 13th Century Church will be gratefully received. \nOpening Times:\nWednesday and Thursday\, 3pm to 6pm\nFriday and Saturday\, 10am to 6pm\nSunday\, 11am to 5pm \nWednesday 27 November: \n9.30am to 2.45pm\, school visits\n3pm to 6pm\, public viewing and crib café \nThursday 28 November: \n9.30am to 2.45pm\, school visits\n3pm to 6pm\, public viewing and crib café \nFriday 29 November: \n10am to 6pm\, crib café \n2pm to 5pm\, U3A Sea Shanty Singers performing a selection of traditional festive songs \nSaturday 30 November: \n10am to 6pm\, crib café\n11am to 1pm\,  Sodbury handbell ringers\, including a chance to have a go\n3pm to 5pm\, Ross (Sodbury’s Busker) \nSunday 1 December \n11am to 5pm\, crib café\n2pm to 4pm\, The Ardeton Ensemble performing a selection of Advent and Christmas music
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/crib-fest-2024/
LOCATION:St John’s Church\, St John’s Church\, Wickwar Road\, Chipping Sodbury\, BS37 6BQ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241127T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241127T193000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241015T132219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T132219Z
UID:63724-1732730400-1732735800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Meet the School Trusts
DESCRIPTION:For headteachers\, chairs of governors\, senior leaders\nAn opportunity to meet individuals from within the family of School Trusts who work with our schools\, make connections and find out about life within a School Trust. Different sessions will include different members of School Trust families\, such as CEOs\, headteachers and governors within School Trusts. Further information to be provided in September.\nBook here
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/meet-the-school-trusts/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:School governance,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241128T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241128T210000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241003T133723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T134836Z
UID:63384-1732818600-1732827600@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Unconscious Bias Training
DESCRIPTION:We all have opinions\, are aware of it and make allowances. What is of greater concern is those of which we are unconscious. \nThis training\, which is part of our safer recruiting programme\, is open to anyone who wants to become more aware of their thinking. In two and a half hours we will: \n\nProvide an overview of the concept of unconscious bias and it’s impact;\nHighlight the differences between and importance of the concepts of diversity and inclusion;\nOffer tools and techniques to manage and reduce bias;\nAllow space to action plan for change.\n\nPlease take a moment to see this short introduction from Bishop Rachel. \nIt is also possible for this course to be offered locally – in parish\, benefice or deanery setting.  \nFor more information or to discuss running a course in parish\, benefice or deanery setting please contact Pauline Godfrey on pgodfrey@glosdioc.org.uk \nTo book your place please click here.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/unconscious-bias-training-28-nov-2024/
LOCATION:The Jerusalem Room\, No 4 College Green\, No 4 College Green\, Gloucester\, GL1 2LR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,CMD: Clergy,CMD: Open to all,CMD: Readers,Curates,Developing Your Ministry,Everyday Faith,Safeguarding - open to all,Stewardship and Giving,Worship & prayer,Youth Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T210000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241028T111006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T111037Z
UID:64090-1732993200-1733000400@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Fairford and District Choral Society concert
DESCRIPTION:Fairford & District Choral Society concert will be performing Mozart’s Solemn Vespers\, Schubert’s Mass in G and Te Deum for the Empress Marie Therese and Insanae et Vanae Curae by Haydn. \nThe Music Director is Nia Llewlyn Jones\, and the Organ Accompanist is Robin Baggs. \nTickets cost £15\, £5 for under 18’s\, and are on sale from Fairford Opticians (you can call 01285 713313) or members of the choir (you can call 01285 713681). Cash only tickets are also sold on the door.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/fairford-district-choral-society-concert/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Fairford\, Church of St Mary High Street\, Fairford\, GL7 4AD
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241202T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241202T140000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241107T124324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T124824Z
UID:64345-1733144400-1733148000@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Open the Gospel Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:Do you sometimes read the Gospel for this coming Sunday and wonder what new perspective you might find? \n \nWould you value space to wrestle with the text with other\, faithful people? Could you benefit from help thinking through how to connect with all generations through your preaching? \nIf you sometimes feel isolated\, uninspired and like you’d benefit from a sounding board as you prepare to preach\, we are here for you! \nOpen the Gospel is an online learning community of preachers\, lay and ordained\, where each week on a Monday we will engage with the Gospel reading for the coming Sunday from different perspectives. \nIt is a space to listen and learn from one another and\, in the process\, create recorded resources that can be accessed at any time and used in services where a preacher is not available. \nTo join the conversation at 1pm please click here \n 
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/open-the-gospel-021224/
LOCATION:Online event
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,CMD: Clergy,CMD: Open to all,CMD: Readers,Developing Your Ministry,Everyday Faith,Worship & prayer
ORGANIZER;CN="Revd Kate Stacey":MAILTO:kstacey@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241203T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20240913T103408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T103408Z
UID:62847-1733254200-1733259600@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Pilgrim: a course for the Christian journey
DESCRIPTION:St Mary Magdalene Church in Elmstone Hardwicke is offering a group for enquirers and new Christians who want to learn more about the Christian faith. \nThe group is for: \n\nThose who have recently started coming to Church\nThose who want the chance to think about Christian faith\nThose preparing for baptism or confirmation\nThose who have been Christians for many years and want to visit the roots of their faith again.\n\nIt is a new discipleship and teaching resource from the Church of England that encourages participation through biblical reflection and prayer. It is divided into two parts: Follow\, which introduces the Christian faith\, and Grow\, which deepens discipleship. \nThe group will meet fortnightly at 7.30pm on Tuesday evenings\, with food (such as pizza and salads) starting from 24 September. \nThe initial commitment is for 6 weeks and is estimated to carry on through to spring 2025. The dates for the first six weeks take place on every other Tuesday\, with the dates being 24 September\, 8 October\, 22 October\, 5 November\, 19 November\, 3 December. \nIf you would like a place\, or if you would like more information\, contact the leaders of The Pilgrim group\, Sarah Jones at sarah@ctpweb.co.uk\, and Shelagh Holder at shelagh-holder@outlook.com. \nThe meetings take place at their residences\, starting with Shelagh’s on 24 September. \nNumbers are limited\, so if you would like a place\, it is advised to get in contact with either Sarah or Shelagh soon. \n 
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/pilgrim-a-course-for-the-christian-journey-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:St Mary Magdalene\, St Mary Magdalene\, The Green\, Elmstone Hardwicke\, Cheltenham\, GL51 9TJ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241207T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241112T102818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T102818Z
UID:64444-1733594400-1733601600@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Online seminar: God\, tech and care of Creation
DESCRIPTION:“The earth is the LORD’s and all that is in it.” (Ps 24:1) \nThis two-part event explores the interplay of theology\, environmental science\, and technology to address how humanity can reduce its environmental impact while continuing to thrive. \nKey Questions: \n\nHow does our Christian duty to care for the Earth fit into our faith and practice?\nWhat can we expect from the already irreversible impacts of our past choices?\nCan technology help reduce our environmental footprint?\nWhat more can we do?\n\nTo attend online\, please sign up here:\nhttp://www.sswsj.org/god-and-the-machine-2024.html
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/online-seminar-god-tech-and-care-of-creation-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241207T191500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241207T210000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20240215T130155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T101239Z
UID:58218-1733598900-1733605200@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Branch Youth Worship Event- December 2024
DESCRIPTION:Branch is a monthly worship for secondary school-aged people\, meeting at the Forest Community Church (2 Parragate Road\, Cinderford GL14 2LY). \nWorship God\, go deeper into his word and connect with others. \n15 leaders from 8 churches work together to organise worship\, with local speakers from different denominations. \nAll young people are very welcome. They meet on the first Saturday of every month\, except August. \nIf you want to check them out before you go along\, you can see what happens on the YouTube channel 
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/branch-youth-worship-event-dec24/
LOCATION:Forest of Dean Community Church\, Cinderford\, Parragate Rd\, Cinderford\, GL14 2LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,Worship & prayer,Youth Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241209T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241209T140000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241107T124407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T104144Z
UID:64347-1733749200-1733752800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Open the Gospel Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:Do you sometimes read the Gospel for this coming Sunday and wonder what new perspective you might find? \n \nWould you value space to wrestle with the text with other\, faithful people? Could you benefit from help thinking through how to connect with all generations through your preaching? \nIf you sometimes feel isolated\, uninspired and like you’d benefit from a sounding board as you prepare to preach\, we are here for you! \nOpen the Gospel is an online learning community of preachers\, lay and ordained\, where each week on a Monday we will engage with the Gospel reading for the coming Sunday from different perspectives. \nIt is a space to listen and learn from one another and\, in the process\, create recorded resources that can be accessed at any time and used in services where a preacher is not available. \nTo join the conversation at 1pm please click here \n 
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/open-the-gospel-091224/
LOCATION:Online event
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,CMD: Clergy,CMD: Open to all,CMD: Readers,Developing Your Ministry,Everyday Faith,Worship & prayer
ORGANIZER;CN="Revd Kate Stacey":MAILTO:kstacey@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241209T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241209T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241202T114048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T112608Z
UID:65005-1733765400-1733770800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Event cancelled: 16 days of action against gender based violence
DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately this event has been cancelled. \nAn event with the Gloucestershire Federation of WIs. It is open to all and you do not have to be a member of WI. \nThe WI is working in partnership with agencies all over Gloucestershire to raise awareness of all forms of violence against women and girls.  Speakers from Gloucestershire’s Domestic Abuse Support Service and Gloucestershire Rape and Sexual Assault Centre will describe the work they do and explain how WI members can provide support and raise awareness of this important issue. \nIt is £5 per person including refreshments. \nParking is available on site. \nTo book a place\, fill in this booking form and follow the instructions.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/16-days-of-action-against-gender-based-violence/
LOCATION:The Sabrina Centre\, Gloucestershire Constabulary\, B12\, Gloucestershire Science and Technology Park\, Berkeley\, GL13 9FB
ORGANIZER;CN="Lynne Burns":MAILTO:nnearlyy.1@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241213T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241213T210000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241121T101541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T101541Z
UID:64705-1734116400-1734123600@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:The Big Bash
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/the-big-bash/
LOCATION:Kingfisher Church\, Moor Street\, Tredworth\, Gloucester GL1 4NJ\, Kingfisher Church\, Moor Street\, Tredworth\, Gloucester\, GL1 4NJ
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,Youth Ministry
ORGANIZER;CN="Barrie Voyce":MAILTO:bvoyce@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241214T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241215T180000
DTSTAMP:20260520T154449
CREATED:20241129T101817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T140328Z
UID:64973-1734170400-1734285600@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Great Rissington Christmas tree festival
DESCRIPTION:Come along to the Christmas tree festival at St John’s Church\, Great Rissington. \nIt takes place on Saturday 14 December from 10am to 6pm\, and Saturday 15 December from 12pm to 6pm (following their Christingle service). \nTea\, coffee and cake will be available on both days\, and on Saturday there will be a soup lunch. On Saturday morning\, there will be Christingle making\, all are welcome to this. A prize will be awarded to the best tree as voted by you and visitors. \nAdmission is free\, donations are welcome. \nThe trees are supplied by Wyatts Farm Shop.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/great-rissington-christmas-tree-festival/
LOCATION:St John’s Church Great Rissington\, Cheltenham\, GL54 2LL
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