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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T115720Z
UID:71301-1763629200-1763641800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:IMD 1-4: Building a healthly team and dealing with conflict
DESCRIPTION:Y3 and Y4 curates\, Y1 Training Incumbents only
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/imd-1-4-building-a-healthly-team-and-dealing-with-conflict/
LOCATION:Gloucester Farmers Club\, Greville Close\, Gloucester\, GL2 9RG
CATEGORIES:CMD: Clergy,Curates,Developing Your Ministry
ORGANIZER;CN="Revd David Treharne":MAILTO:dtreharne@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20250122T094300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T114152Z
UID:66089-1763632800-1763638200@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Support Forum
DESCRIPTION:St Mary de Crypt\, Gloucester \nThese in-person sessions are intended for PSOs\, and for anyone else involved in safeguarding leadership in their parish/benefice. Across the year\, several sessions are being offered in different locations in the Diocese\, with the aim of making them as accessible as possible. These sessions are not training\, but an opportunity to connect and network with other PSOs\, to receive safeguarding updates from the Diocesan Team\, and to come with any questions/concerns about your role and safeguarding in your parish/benefice. Full details can be found in the poster linked below. \nIf you plan to attend this session\, please click below to send us an email letting us know. This enables us to best prepare the sessions we are providing. We look forward to seeing you at one of the forums! \nSAFEGUARDING SUPPORT FORUMS INFO POSTER \nBOOK ONTO A SUPPORT FORUM
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/deanery-safeguarding-support-forum-4/
LOCATION:St Mary de Crypt\, Gloucester\, Southgate Street\, Gloucester\, GL1 1TP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Parish Safeguarding Officers,Safeguarding - open to all
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20250707T104424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T104424Z
UID:70044-1763647200-1763650800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Train the Trainer
DESCRIPTION:We can train PSO’s or other Church officers to deliver the Basic Awareness and Foundation courses locally. \nIf you would like to do this then email safeguardingtraining@glosdioc.org.uk we can then send you the resources you will need and book you onto one of the monthly train the trainer sessions. \nThis course will take place online by Zoom
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/safeguarding-train-the-trainer-2/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Parish Safeguarding Officers,Safeguarding - open to all
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T184500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T201500
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20250909T130708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T110024Z
UID:71590-1763664300-1763669700@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:The Missing Peace book launch – an evening with special guest\, Bishop Rachel
DESCRIPTION:What if the peace we long for isn’t something to earn or strive for\, but a sacred treasure already within us\, waiting in silence to be discovered? What if this discovery could transform not just our lives\, but the world around us? \nThis is a special evening to mark the publication of The Missing Peace: Meditation as a Spiritual Path to Peace\, Community and Oneness by Chris Whittington\, Founder of The School of Contemplative Life\, home to the UK’s largest online Christian meditation practice community. \nChris will be joined by special guest Bishop Rachel. \nTogether they will explore how meditation (silent prayer) can help us to find the peace that is missing from our lives – and help us rediscover the contemplative wisdom that might described as the missing piece of much contemporary Christianity. \nThe evening will include: \n\nA conversation between Chris and Bishop Rachel\nReadings from The Missing Peace\nAn open Q&A\nSilent meditation practice\n\nPlease also join them for drinks\, nibbles and a book signing between 8.15pm and 9.15pm. \nTimetable of the event: \n\n6.30pm – Bishop Rachel arrives\n6.45pm to 6.50pm – welcome and introduction\n6.50pm to 7.30pm – conversation between Chris and Bishop Rachel\, interspersed with readings from the book\n7.30pm to 7.40pm – meditation\n7.40pm to 8.10pm – Q&A\n8.10pm to 8.15pm – closing words\n8.15pm – Bishop Rachel leaves\n8:15pm to 9.15pm – drinks/nibbles\, book signing\n\nYou can also join in with this event via livestream. \nFor detailed information about this event and to book a place\, visit here.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/the-missing-peace-book-launch-an-evening-with-special-guest-bishop-rachel/
LOCATION:St Philip and St James\, Leckhampton\, Cheltenham\, 60 Grafton Rd\, Cheltenham\, GL50 2DD
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20251104T104546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T104546Z
UID:72989-1763712000-1763830800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid – 2 day training
DESCRIPTION:Become a Mental Health First Aider · MHFA England \nis an internationally recognised training programme. Through the training participants will gain the skills and confidence to spot the triggers and signs of mental health problems and be able to contribute effectively to reducing stigma. \nThis course is designed for someone who would like to take on a role after the course of promoting a positive mental health culture and being a point of contact if someone is experiencing mental ill health. \nThis course will be over 2 days – 21 & 22 November 2025  from 9.00am – 5.00pm.  You will need to attend both days \nVenue – Trinity Church\, Cheltenham \nTo book a place please email ku.gro.coidsolg@gniniartgnidraugefas
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-2-day-training/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity\, Cheltenham\, Portland Street\, Cheltenham\, GL52 2NX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Parish Safeguarding Officers,Safeguarding - open to all
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T210000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20251117T092930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T103348Z
UID:73200-1763751600-1763758800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Postponed: Harp recital with Cecilia de Maria
DESCRIPTION:This event has been postponed. More details will follow for a new date in due course. \nA harp recital by Cecilia de Maria. \nFunds raised will be shared between Oxfam Gaza appeal and St Andrew’s heating and sound appeal. \nTo reserve a place\, email raydiana24@gmail.com.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/harp-recital-with-cecilia-de-maria/
LOCATION:St Andrew’s Church\, Cold Aston\, GL54 3BN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251123T180000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20251118T112301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T112444Z
UID:73282-1763751600-1763920800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:All you need to know for Festival of Wonder this weekend
DESCRIPTION:With just days to go until Stroud’s much-loved Festival of Wonder begins this year\, here’s everything you need to know for this weekend of performance. \nSt Laurence Church will be transformed from Friday 21 to Sunday 23 November\, as performers\, artists and community groups gather for a three-day celebration themed around ‘The Pearl of Great Price’. \nTo enhance the atmosphere and this year’s wider focus\, ‘finding wonder in the heart of nature’\, the church will become a woodland wonderland\, decorated with hundreds of leaves designed by primary school children from across the district. \nThe festival offers a weekend of spectacular free entertainment\, blending circus\, music\, workshops and reflective spaces. There is something there for all ages to enjoy. \nThe main show: The Briar and The Bramble\nThe weekend pivots around ‘The Briar and The Bramble’\, a specially commissioned 45-minute circus show written and directed by Andy Bewley and Tatiana Ozhiganova. \nInspired by this year’s theme\, the story explores ideas of value\, sacrifice and discovery. New for this year’s show is a live band. \nThe production stars: aerialists and acrobats Klodi & Yann\, who are coming directly from the West End show ‘Come Alive’; champion juggler\, Gordon Marquez; and stage magician\, Marco Cardoso. \nShow times: \n\n\nFriday 21 November: Two relaxed performances \n\n\nSaturday 22 November: Shows at 12pm and 3pm \n\n\nSaturday evening: Paid Gala show with Tweedy the Clown (almost sold out) \n\n\n→ ‘The Briar and The Bramble’ director’s note by Andy Bewley \nFriday night: Cabaret circus showcase\, ‘whispers and wings’\nThe weekend gets off to literally a flying start on Friday when\, after the relaxed performances\, a free cabaret circus showcase\, ‘whispers and wings’\, will be presented by School of Larks. There will be a bar and cocktails. Doors open at 8.15pm for an 8.30pm start. \nSaturday: Free community day\nFree community Saturday includes performances from circus performers\, dancers\, choirs and musicians. \nAcross the whole weekend\, visitors can enjoy: \n\nThe ‘wall of wonder’\n\nPhoto exhibition \n\n\nSecret garden \n\n\nCraft activities \n\n\nFree café (plus paid evening bar) \n\n\nUnder 5s play area \n\n\nHot food from community chef Sam Angelo \n\nFor the first time\, there is a youth club in Shambles Hall on Saturday evening\, from 6.30pm to 8.30pm\, offering a silent disco\, games consoles\, snacks and music\, hosted by IlluminateStroud.\n\nSunday: Workshops and finale\nSunday afternoon hosts several bookable workshops\, including the popular School of Larks circus workshop. You can book for workshop tickets online. \nThe festival closes at 6pm on Sunday 23 November with ‘circus of the Soul’. This free finale is expected to be extremely popular as it features Bristol’s Renewal Gospel Choir and Stroud’s Midnight Quartet\, plus a range of circus acts\, spoken word and aerial interpretations. Places are limited so free tickets need to be booked online on a first come\, first served basis. \nFestival of Wonder takes place at St Laurence: Stroud Centre for Peace & the Arts\, The Shambles\, Stroud\, GL5 1JL. \n→ Full details\, timings and tickets
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/all-you-need-to-know-for-festival-of-wonder-this-weekend/
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:20251123T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20251010T093558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T093558Z
UID:72408-1763910000-1763917200@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:A farewell to Archdeacon Hilary
DESCRIPTION:At Evensong on Sunday 23 November\, the Feast of Christ the King\, we will say thank you and farewell to Archdeacon Hilary. With canticles by Sir Herbert Brewer\, an anthem by Ralph Vaughan Williams and a sermon given by Archdeacon Hilary\, we will celebrate in words and music a ministry that has been valued by so many across the Diocese.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/a-farewell-to-archdeacon-hilary/
LOCATION:Gloucester Cathedral\, College Green\, Gloucester\, GL1 2LY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20251117T101713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T101713Z
UID:73207-1763980200-1763985600@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Stroud Area Youth Ministry Gathering
DESCRIPTION:There have been several exciting ideas and developments regarding youth ministry across the Stroud Valley\, and we are looking to explore what a more formal partnership between [Anglican] churches and The Door’s illuminate project might look like. \nTo gather people from across our churches & denominations to explore this a bit further\, including but not limited to: \nYouth Alpha \nWorship Nights \nDiscipleship \nSchools Ministry \nLinks to primary school / children’s ministry \n  \nThis will be led by the Senior Youth Connector\, Barrie Voyce. \nBarrie leads the growing network of deanery youth connectors\, enabling and equipping effective youth ministry across the diocese.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/stroud-area-youth-ministry-gathering/
LOCATION:The Church of the Holy Spirit (Tin Church)\, Stratford Road\, Paganhill\, Stroud\, Gloucester\, GLAN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,Youth Ministry
ORGANIZER;CN="Barrie Voyce":MAILTO:bvoyce@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20250922T114734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T114734Z
UID:71866-1763989200-1763992800@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-241125/
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:20251125T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T130000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20250828T145044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T145044Z
UID:71336-1764061200-1764075600@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:IMD 1-4: Collective worship in schools
DESCRIPTION:Ti-4 curates only \nLed by Revd Canon Jo Weatherall\, Senior Children & Families Connector \nDebbie Helme\, Principal Advisor for School Christian Character incl. RE\, Collective Worship and Spirituality
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/imd-1-4-collective-worship-in-schools/
LOCATION:Jerusalem meeting room\, 4 College Green Gloucester GL1 2LR\, 4 College Green\, Gloucester\, GL1 2LR
CATEGORIES:Curates
ORGANIZER;CN="Revd David Treharne":MAILTO:dtreharne@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T210000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20251103T104955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T102955Z
UID:72951-1764185400-1764190800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:An evening of learning and reflection – during the 16 days of activism against gender based violence
DESCRIPTION:PhD student\, and sector practitioner\, Susanna Webb will share her academic research into how preachers in UK Baptist churches approach the subject of domestic abuse from the pulpit\, and what we can all learn from her findings – whatever our denomination or role – about supporting\nsurvivors and preventing abuse from thriving in our church communities.\n\nHer presentation will challenge assumptions about the prevalence of abuse in our church communities and will give inspiration for ongoing good reflective ministry practice.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAttendees will learn what Susanna’s academic research tells us about: \n\n\nWhat motivates or prevents preachers in addressing domestic abuse in sermons. \n\n\nThe extent to which ministerial training prepares clergy to preach effectively and safely on\nthis subject. \n\n\nThe barriers preachers face\, including fear of reprisal\, lack of knowledge\, theological\nchallenges\, and personal trauma. \n\n\nThe outcomes for survivors — positive and negative — of preaching on domestic abuse in\nchurch communities. \n\n\nAlternative/additional ways churches can address domestic abuse in their communities. \n\n\nActionable next steps for ministry and safeguarding practice. \n\n\n\nPlaces can be booked in advance online here.  Booking is advisable.\n\n\n\n\nThe event is from 7.30pm to 8.45pm.\n\n\n\n£10 suggested optional donation. \nTicket includes a hot drink and summary of the research findings with guide for ongoing reflection. \nFor further information or queries\, please contact:\ninfo@preachingthatprotects.co.uk
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/an-evening-of-learning-and-reflection-during-the-16-days-of-activism-against-gender-based-violence/
LOCATION:Christ Church Abbeydale\, Heron Way\, Gloucester\, GL4 5EQ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T190000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20250930T095401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T095401Z
UID:72034-1764435600-1764442800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:X:Alt
DESCRIPTION:X:alt is a children’s event run by Holy Apostles Church with music\, fun and games\, crafts and gunge\, whilst learning about the Christian faith with friends. \nAimed at children age 7 – 11. \nTo book or get more info\, please contact: xalt@holyapostles.org.uk.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/xalt-november/
LOCATION:Holy Apostles Church\, London Road\, Cheltenham\, GL52 6HW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,Worship & prayer,Youth Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251201T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20250922T114829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T114829Z
UID:71865-1764594000-1764597600@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-011225/
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:20251205T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20251114T151834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T151834Z
UID:73192-1764936000-1765213200@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Christmas tree festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Over 30 beautifully decorated trees at All Hallows Church\, South Cerney. \nFriday 5 December\, from 6pm to 8pm (with Ann Edwards school choir) \nSaturday 6 December\, from 12pm to 6pm \nSunday 7 December\, from 1pm to 6pm \nMonday 8 December\, 12pm to 5pm \nIncludes seasonal refreshments\, other stalls and children’s games\, and a raffle on Monday 8 December at 4.30pm.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/christmas-tree-festival-2025/
LOCATION:All Hallows Church\, South Cerney\, Church Lane\, South Cerney\,\, Cirencester\, Gloucestershire\, GL7 5TT\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20251103T094334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T094442Z
UID:72944-1765047600-1765054800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Branch Youth Worship - Did You Know? 
DESCRIPTION:A Monthly Youth Worship Event for secondary school aged young people. \nBranch Youth Worship Event – Build up faith through Biblical teaching \nHosted by The Community Church\, Cinderford. Branch is a free inter-church event. \nIt is self funded and comes under the ministry of The Community Church for safeguarding\, public liability and accountability. \nFor more information\, please contact: branchyouthworshipevent@gmail.com
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/branch-youth-worship-did-you-know/
LOCATION:The Old Oaklands Snooker Hall\, GL14 2PQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,Worship & prayer,Youth Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T213000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20251114T134036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T134036Z
UID:73187-1765049400-1765056600@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Tewkesbury Choral Society concert
DESCRIPTION:Tewkesbury Choral Society\, with Regency Sinfonia and five soloists\, are performing on Saturday 6 December 2025. \nThe concert includes Te Deum by Charpentier\, Royal Fireworks Music by Handel\, and Harmoniemesse by Haydn. \nIt is directed by John Holloway. \nTickets are £20. Carers and children’s tickets are free\, and student tickets are £10. \nTickets can be ordered via: \n\nMembers of the Society\nfrom The Abbey shop (01684 856148)\nfrom Alison’s bookshop (01684 274600)\nOnline here\nAt the door on the evening
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/tewkesbury-choral-society-concert/
LOCATION:Tewkesbury Abbey\, Church Street\, Tewkesbury\, GL20 5RZ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251208T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20250922T114925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T114925Z
UID:71874-1765198800-1765202400@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-081225/
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:20251212T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20251023T124131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T124131Z
UID:72810-1765566000-1765573200@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:The Big Bash
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/the-big-bash-december-2025/
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="Helen Champion":MAILTO:hchampion@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T093000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20251124T130156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T130156Z
UID:73434-1765614600-1765618200@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Pray for Youth and Children - Forest of Dean
DESCRIPTION:Praying for children and young people to know Jesus. \nA monthly Forest of Dean wide prayer breakfast meeting. Open for all to network\, support and pray. \nOrganised by Together for Youth partnering with The Community Family Minister\, and Churches Together in Lydney. \nContact Jonathan@togetherforyouth.co.uk for more information or to register your interest.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/pray-for-youth-and-children-forest-of-dean-december/
LOCATION:St Paul’s Parkend\, Church Drive\, Parkend\, Lydney\, GL15 4HL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,Worship & prayer,Youth Ministry
ORGANIZER;CN="Barrie Voyce":MAILTO:bvoyce@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251215T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251215T140000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20250922T115023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T115023Z
UID:71873-1765803600-1765807200@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-151225/
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:20251216T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251216T173000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20251124T151756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T151756Z
UID:73457-1765900800-1765906200@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Sportily's annual family feast - Christmas celebration
DESCRIPTION:Step into a peaceful setting where families can all hang out\, have a chat\, enjoy some good food\, and explore thought-provoking topics – plus\, you’re welcome to join them for a moment of prayer if you’d like. \nTheir motto is simple: “Naturally Christian\, Naturally Family.” \nIt brings together folks of all ages who have ties to the Christian Adventure Centre Viney Hill or Sportily in the Forest of Dean. Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nThis is a free event. Please bring fold out chairs\, torches and a mug/cup. Join them for carols around the campfire\, school dance and choir performances\, toasted marshmallows and cake. \nPlease note\, the last date for booking is 14 December\, which is 2 days in advance (this is to allow for the team to plan the event). \n\n\n\nLevel: #Giveitago \n\n\nInstructions\n\nFor more information please contact Simon Hall at: simon.hall@sportily.org.uk \nDo let us know of any special dietary requirements.\nRun by Sportily www.sportily.org.uk\nTo view our Safeguarding Policy or Privacy Policy please visit our website.\nTo view the terms and conditions of booking please click here.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/sportilys-annual-family-feast-christmas-celebration/
LOCATION:The Christian Adventure Centre\, Viney Hill\, Gloucestershire\, GL15 4NA
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251216T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20250820T110056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T124443Z
UID:71070-1765913400-1765917000@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Gloucester Youth Unite
DESCRIPTION:Once a month at St Catharine’s Church. For anyone involved in youth work in the city of Gloucester\, of any denomination.  Coming together to support one another\, to plan for future events\, to share the joys and challenges of youth work and to pray together. \nIt’s exciting to see God moving in many ways amongst our young people across Gloucester city. \n  \n \nHelen Champion is the Youth Connector for Gloucester city\, working in the Deanery and wider Diocese to enable young people to experience ‘life in all its fullness.’
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/gloucester-youth-unite-december/
LOCATION:St Catharine’s\, Gloucester\, London Road\, Gloucester\, GL2 0RR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Developing Your Ministry,Youth Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260105T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260105T140000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20251124T094632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T094632Z
UID:73419-1767618000-1767621600@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-5126/
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:20260106T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20260106T124146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T124146Z
UID:74291-1767715200-1767718800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Welcome to the Diocesan Church School Family – Online drop in discussion sessions
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 6 January 2026 and Thursday 26 February 2026       4.00pm-5.00pm \nFor 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 from other schools. Cost of full programme: £25.00 per participant\, including access to asynchronous materials for ECT mentors whose ECTs participate \nPlease book here
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/welcome-to-the-diocesan-church-school-family-online-drop-in-discussion-sessions/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260109T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260109T210000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20260106T104557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T104819Z
UID:74278-1767985200-1767992400@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:I (Thou) Robot: God\, morals and machine beings
DESCRIPTION:Artificial Intelligence\, robots\, cyborgs… the breakneck speed of technological advancements brings a mix of fear\, wonder\, excitement and uncertainty. Where is it all going – and what are the implications for humanity? Where is God in all this? Is there a theological perspective? \n\nThis talk will explore the ethical and theological issues arising from AI and machine beings. \nThe Revd Dr Stephen Goundry-Smith will give a presentation on a Christian response. He is a scientific theologian and ethicist\, an ordained CofE minister and a trained hospital pharmacist. He holds a PhD for his work on transhumanist ethics biomedical technologies. \nThe evening begins with refreshments\, welcome\, then a 1-hour presentation followed by questions and answers.  Free\, but donations greatly appreciated.\n\nPlease register in advance: info@gtstheology.org\n\nFor more information: Gateway Forum
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/i-thou-robot-god-morals-and-machine-beings/
LOCATION:Christchurch Abbeydale\, Heron Way\, Gloucester\, GL4 5EQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External event
ORGANIZER;CN="Gateway Forum":MAILTO:info@gtstheology.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260111T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260111T153000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20250827T095059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T095059Z
UID:71257-1768122000-1768145400@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:IMD 1-4: Making the most of funerals
DESCRIPTION:Y1 curates and invited representative from the parish only \n9.30am Eucharist at the cathedral \n 
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/imd-1-4-making-the-most-of-funerals/
LOCATION:Jerusalem meeting room\, 4 College Green Gloucester GL1 2LR\, 4 College Green\, Gloucester\, GL1 2LR
CATEGORIES:Curates
ORGANIZER;CN="Revd David Treharne":MAILTO:dtreharne@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260112T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20251124T094736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T094809Z
UID:73422-1768222800-1768226400@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-12126/
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:20260113T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20251120T134423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T134923Z
UID:73380-1768330800-1768338000@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Children's Ministry Essentials
DESCRIPTION:The 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\, and particularly those who wish to grow in confidence\, knowledge and ability. It is packed full of useful information to equip and strengthen anyone ministering to children in churches and community projects. The course is made up of ten 1h30min sessions with films and lots of great content. \nClick here to register your interest. \nIt is based upon the three key principles of: \nKnowing the child \nGrowing and developing children’s ministry \nLeader development  \nThe ten modules include topics such as: the world of the child\, leadership and teamwork\, the role of play in faith formation\, and inclusion. \nThe course is delivered by the Children’s Ministry Network (CMN)\, who have collaborated as part of Churches Together in Britain and Ireland (CTBI)\, to develop excellent content that will prove valuable to anyone working in ministry with children. \nThis event will be led by Jo Wetherall and Helen Champion. \nJo Wetherall –  Senior Children and Families Connector \nThe Revd Joanne Wetherall 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. \n  \nHelen Champion – Gloucester City Youth Connector \nHelen is the Youth Connector for Gloucester city\, working in the Deanery and wider Diocese to enable young people to experience ‘life in all its fullness.’ \n 
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/childrens-ministry-essentials-2026/
LOCATION:Church House\, Denmark Road\, 5 Denmark Road\, Gloucester\, GL1 3HW
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,CMD: Open to all,Developing Your Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T071500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T211500
DTSTAMP:20260517T224755
CREATED:20251125T094844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T094844Z
UID:73466-1768374900-1768425300@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Exploring Chaplaincy course
DESCRIPTION:Have you every wondered about being a chaplain? \n \nThese days there are chaplains in all sorts of places\, not just in hospitals and prisons. There are chaplains in primary schools\, GP surgeries\, town centres\, workplaces\, care homes\, law courts\, and even racecourses. You might be able to think of a possible chaplaincy opportunity near you. \nSome chaplains are paid\, but many are volunteers\, giving perhaps just one afternoon a week. Some are ordained\, but many are lay people. You don’t have to be an expert in anything to be a chaplain. You don’t need to be a super confident evangelist. You just need to be able to come alongside other people where they are\, showing God’s love through your listening and your care. \nExploring Chaplaincy is a course for people who want to think about this often-overlooked ministry. Could it be for you? Might there be an opportunity to develop chaplaincy from your church\, in your parish? The course is both for people who are already involved in chaplaincy and also for those just beginning to consider the possibility. \n  \nThe six meetings of the course will cover: \n\n What is a chaplain? What is distinctive about chaplaincy\n Don’t just do something  The importance of presence\n The cloak of compassion  Pastoral care and being prophetic\nTwo ears and one mouth  Listing to people\, listening to place\n Say one for me  The spirituality of chaplaincy\n Where we you go from here?  First steps\, support\, and supervision\n\nThe course is free. \nIt will run from Wednesday 14 January to Wednesday 25 February (with a break on 18 February) between 7.15pm – 9.15pm\, meeting at Francis Close Hall in Cheltenham. \nYou can apply for a place on the course here. \nFor more information please contact Simon Witcombe switcombe@glos.ac.uk
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/exploring-chaplaincy-course/
LOCATION:Francis Close Hall Campus\, Francis Close Hall\, Cheltenham\, GL50 4UG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,CMD: Open to all,Curates,Developing Your Ministry,Stewardship and Giving,Worship & prayer,Youth Ministry
ORGANIZER;CN="Revd David Treharne":MAILTO:dtreharne@glosdioc.org.uk
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