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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:20260430T201034
CREATED:20260106T124146Z
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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:20260430T201034
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:20260110T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20250811T133219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T124037Z
UID:70799-1768037400-1768060800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Thriving Church - Shaping Mission for a New Generation
DESCRIPTION:Our second Thriving Church day will be focused on how we can shape our churches for the current generation of children\, youth and their parents. \nThe day will focus on understanding better those under the age of 35 (Millennials\, Gen Z\, and Generation Alpha)\, hearing directly from them\, and exploring how our churches can meet them where they are at. \nWe will be joined by Gemma Madle (Senior Researcher\, Youthscape) and Ruth Perrin (Author of Changing Shape\, the Faith Lives of Millennials) who will be sharing the latest thinking and culture. \nBarrie Voyce & Jo Wetherall\, Senior Connectors in the Diocese\, will also be bringing us the findings of the research with youth and the parents of children in the Diocese who are not part of our church communities. \nThere will be space for Deanery teams to consider this research in light of your own contexts\, Deanery Strategic Pathways and opportunities. \nYou’ll leave inspired and with a plan of action for mission and ministry to young people in your context! \nThis event is now fully booked\, if you would like to join the waitlist please contact Sophie Simmonds on ssimmonds@glosdioc.org.uk. \n \n  \nBarrie Voyce\, Senior Youth Connector \nBarrie leads the growing network of deanery youth connectors\, enabling and equipping effective youth ministry across the diocese. \n  \n \n  \nJo Wetherall\, Senior Children and Families Connector \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. \n  \n \nKate Stacey\, Collaborative Ministry Lead: Life Long Learning \nKate hosted the first Thriving Church event in May 2025.  \nKate leads on the development of an innovative and collaborative approach to ensuring all ministries\, licensed\, lay and ordained grow and flourish.  Kate develops and delivers the CMD programme for everyone.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/thriving-church-shaping-mission/
LOCATION:All Saints Academy\, Blaisdon Way\, Cheltenham\, Gloucestershire\, GL51 0WH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,Developing Your Ministry,Youth Ministry
ORGANIZER;CN="Barrie Voyce":MAILTO:bvoyce@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260111T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260111T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
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:20260430T201034
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:20260430T201034
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:20260430T201034
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T131500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T144500
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20260106T124940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T125000Z
UID:74302-1768396500-1768401900@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:ILLUMINATE for headteachers
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 14 January 2026         1.15pm-2.45pm                     Online \nNo cost to schools – for Headteachers and guest. Our termly training and update sessions called ILLUMINATE for Church school leaders will take place online. As well as the latest news\, information and updates that are important for Church school leaders\, each ILLUMINATE includes a longer training item or discussion on a specific area of current interest\, often including examples of good practice from our schools. A guest may also register to attend with the headteacher eg RE subject leader\, Deputy Headteacher or Senior Leader. Please book separately for each individual who will be attending the course. Please book at the beginning of the year to ensure dates are in your diary and your school is kept up to date with crucial updates. \nPlease book here
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/illuminate-for-headteachers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other diocesan training,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20251222T111557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T111917Z
UID:74164-1768399200-1768402800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Cheltenham Youth Ministry Connect
DESCRIPTION:For Christian faith inspired youth workers and key volunteers in Cheltenham and the surrounding area. \nCheltenham Youth Connect is an opportunity to meet regularly to chat\, share ideas\, pray and look at how we can work together. Most importantly\, it is an opportunity to look at how we might bring young people together in this location. \nThere is no need to book your place to attend these sessions. However\, it would be helpful if you could register your interest if you do plan to attend just so we can keep an eye on attendee numbers. \nIf you haven’t registered your interest please don’t let that put you off attending as the Team will always welcome you. \n Barrie Voyce – Barrie leads the growing network of deanery youth connectors\, enabling and equipping effective youth ministry across the diocese.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/cheltenham-youth-ministry-connect-jan-2026/
LOCATION:School House Cafe\, GL50 4EZ
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,CMD: Open to all,Developing Your Ministry,Youth Ministry
ORGANIZER;CN="Barrie Voyce":MAILTO:bvoyce@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20251126T151109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T151109Z
UID:73525-1768413600-1768420800@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-newent/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Church Street\, Newent\, GL18 1AB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,CMD: Open to all,Developing Your Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20251202T112443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T112640Z
UID:73626-1768471200-1768474800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Train-the-Trainer Session
DESCRIPTION:A session for PSO’s who which to be trained to deliver Basic and Foundation Safeguarding training. \nThe session will run in person at our new offices (Church House\, 5 Denmark Road\, Gloucester\, GL1 3HW) \nTo book a place please email  ku.gro.coidsolg@gniniartgnidraugefas
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/train-the-trainer-session/
LOCATION:Church House\, Denmark Road\, 5 Denmark Road\, Gloucester\, GL1 3HW
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Parish Safeguarding Officers,Safeguarding - open to all
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20251015T145546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T145546Z
UID:72538-1768501800-1768510800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:PSO Induction training
DESCRIPTION: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 is “To equip learners with an understanding of the role of the Parish Safeguarding Officer and induct them into key working practices and relationships.” \nThis event will be by Zoom \nTo book a place please email ku.gro.coidsolg@gniniartgnidraugefas
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/pso-induction-training-3/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Parish Safeguarding Officers,Safeguarding - open to all
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20250716T160630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T160630Z
UID:70288-1768644000-1768662000@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Run the Race Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Therefore\, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses\, let us also lay aside every weight and the sin that clings so closely\, and let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us\, looking to Jesus the pioneer and perfecter of our faith\, who for the sake of the joy that was set before him endured the cross\, disregarding its shame\, and has taken his seat at the right hand of the throne of God.  \nHebrews 12:1-2  \nHow do we run the race with endurance\, not falling into trying\, but rather training? \nWhat would it mean to make choices that allow us to flourish\, rest\, be more creative\, and joyful?  \nAs I have listened to felt needs around the Diocese\, how we are to manage our time\, make good choices about what to do and\, probably more importantly\, what not to do\, has come up all over the place. Run the race seeks to offer support into that.  \nThis is not so much a training day\, more led retreat. \nIn it there will be time to discern priorities\, get things in the diary that give us life [yes\, really\, bring your diary – let’s do this!]\, be realistic about what needs to go\, find space for that thing you’ve wanted to do for ages… above all\, to be reminded by God that you are beloved\, and don’t need to do anything to earn God’s love. \nTo book your place please click here. \nLed by: \nKate Stacey\, Collaborative Ministry Lead: Lifelong learning \nThe Revd Kate Stacey leads on the development of an innovative and collaborative approach to ensuring all ministries\, licensed\, lay and ordained grow and flourish.  Kate develops and delivers the CMD programme for everyone. \n  \n  \n  \nBecca Faal\, Strategic Lead for Safeguarding Training & Learning \nBecca is the lead for all safeguarding training and learning. Becca ensures training is delivered to a high standard within the national CofE framework. \n 
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/run-the-race-2-2/
LOCATION:Prinknash Abbey\, Prinknash Abbey\, Gloucester\, GL4 8EX
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,CMD: Clergy,CMD: Open to all,CMD: Readers,Curates,Developing Your Ministry,Environment,Everyday Faith,Other diocesan training,Stewardship and Giving,Worship & prayer,Youth Ministry
ORGANIZER;CN="Revd Kate Stacey":MAILTO:kstacey@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20250930T095510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T095510Z
UID:72037-1768669200-1768676400@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-january/
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:20260118T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260118T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20250827T103416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T103416Z
UID:71279-1768726800-1768750200@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:IMD 1-4: Confession\, reconciliation and deliverance
DESCRIPTION:Y2 and Y3 curates only \n9.30am Eucharist at the cathedral \nLed by Bishop Robert and Revd Canon Howard Gilbert
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/imd-1-4-confession-reconciliation-and-deliverance/
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:20260119T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20251124T094908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T094908Z
UID:73421-1768827600-1768831200@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-19126/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T071500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T211500
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20251125T095136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T095234Z
UID:73472-1768979700-1769030100@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. \nTo access the booking form before 14 January please click here \nFor more information please contact Simon Witcombe switcombe@glos.ac.uk
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/exploring-chaplaincy-course-2/
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20260106T125405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T125405Z
UID:74305-1768998600-1769014800@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Induction & Lunch for new Headteachers
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 21 January 2026         12.30pm-5.00pm \nNo cost to schools – for Headteachers new to headship in a Church school. This essential induction session is held centrally. It will give you an overview of the distinctive nature of Church school leadership and what it means to lead a Church school. You will be introduced to the people and resources available to support you in your work. You will be welcomed by the Bishop and Education Team and will also get the opportunity to make valuable supportive connections with other colleagues new to headship in our schools. The course is repeated three times across the year to ensure all headteachers (including interim heads\, acting heads and heads of school) new to Church schools in the diocese can attend. Feedback from previous attendees strongly highlights the value of attending on the first available date as you take up your new role. Venue: Chapter Room\, Church House\, 5 Denmark Road\, Gloucester\, GL1 3HW \nPlease book here
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/induction-lunch-for-new-headteachers/
LOCATION:Church House\, 5 Denmark Road\, Gloucester\, GL1 3HW\, 5 Denmark Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 3HW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:New headteachers,New to working in a church school,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20260113T105942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T105957Z
UID:74470-1769022000-1769027400@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Tewkesbury Abbey Theology Forum: Worship the Lord in the beauty of Holiness - icons as images of transcendence
DESCRIPTION:Tewkesbury Abbey’s Theology Forum is having its next meeting on 21 January. This is a talk by the Revd Catherine Lomas\, a priest-iconographer who has been working on an icon for the Abbey for some while. \n\nCatherine was\, until 2023\, a parish priest and pioneer in the Diocese of Peterborough. She is now based in Wiltshire\, exploring a calling as a full-time iconographer and sacred artist. Her particular interest is in the use of visual means to explore theology and spirituality\, seeing our search for the Divine as sharing much in common with humanity’s innate longing for beauty.\n\nHer interest in icons began in 2007; she painted her first icon in 2016 and now exercises her priestly ministry through leading and speaking about icons\, art and spirituality\, as well as accepting commissions for new icons and sacred art (see more details here). She has recently completed a new children’s icon for Tewkesbury Abbey which will be presented to the Abbey on 18 January.\n\nAs usual this will be in the Abbey Parish Hall for drinks and nibbles at 7pm. Catherine will talk from 7.30pm. All are welcome.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/tewkesbury-abbey-theology-forum-worship-the-lord-in-the-beauty-of-holiness-icons-as-images-of-transcendence/
LOCATION:Tewkesbury Abbey Parish Hall\, Tewkesbury Abbey\, Church Street\, Tewkesbury\, Gloucester\, GL20 5RZ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20250901T123540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T115850Z
UID:71374-1769023800-1769029200@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Postponed: Pray For Schools
DESCRIPTION:This event is postponed currently and will be rearranged for another date. \nDo you pray for your child’s school? \nAre you a teacher\, praying for your school? \nCome along and meet others who pray for our schools. \nThe evening will provide an opportunity to meet other people praying for your school and network with other groups. \nCanon Rachel Howie will be our guest speaker. \nRefreshments provided. \n 
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/pray-for-schools-january/
LOCATION:St Barnabas Church\, Gloucester\, Stroud Road\, Gloucester\, GL1 5LJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children and Family ministry,Schools,Youth Ministry
ORGANIZER;CN="Helen Champion":MAILTO:hchampion@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260123T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260123T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20260107T091804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T091804Z
UID:74325-1769167800-1769173200@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Life on the Breadline and Hidden Hardship workshop
DESCRIPTION:For policymakers\, community leaders\, Church leaders/members. \nThis interactive workshop will share the findings and policy/faith implications of the Hidden Hardship and Life on the Breadline research projects\, plus time to view their illustrated exhibitions. \nLife on the Breadline examines Church responses to poverty in the UK in the context of austerity. \nHidden Hardship gives an insight into people’s experiences of hardship in the rural North Cotswolds\, coping strategies\, and barriers to wellbeing. \nFree to attend\, please RSVP by 16 January 2026 to Dr Stephanie Denning at Stephanie.denning@coventry.ac.uk
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/life-on-the-breadline-and-hidden-hardship-workshop/
LOCATION:Chapter House\, Gloucester Cathedral\, Gloucester Cathedral\, College Green\, Gloucester\, GL1 2LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Parish event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20251127T093112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T154500Z
UID:73534-1769245200-1769274000@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid training - Day 1 of 2 day course
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 and you do need  to attend both days – Saturday 24 January & Saturday 31 Jan from 9.00am – 5.00pm. \nVenue – Trinity Church\, Cheltenham \nCost – you need to cover the cost of the MHFA workbook approx £32 \nTo book a place please email ku.gro.coidsolg@gniniartgnidraugefas
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-day-1-of-2-day-course/
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:20260126T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260126T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20251124T094953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T094953Z
UID:73420-1769432400-1769436000@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-26126/
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:20260127T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20250528T110123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T133946Z
UID:69151-1769508000-1769515200@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Preaching Generosity Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This 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 workshop will help us think about what the Bible says about money and how to share that with a wider congregation. These sessions are also open to small group leaders who may be leading home groups in the church too.\nDate: 27 January 2026\nTime: 10am-12pm\nLocation: Online\nCost: Free Event \nBook here to secure your place. \nLisa- Jayne Lewis – Stewardship and Giving Advisor \nLisa-Jayne helps church leaders to think about how they can preach and teach about money\, how churches can find ways to increase their income\, find grants and think about regular giving and  financial stewardship as part of our Christian discipleship.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/preaching-generosity-workshop-27-jan/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CMD: Open to all,Developing Your Ministry,Stewardship and Giving,Worship & prayer
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa-Jane Lewis":MAILTO:llewis@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T173000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20260106T125641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T125641Z
UID:74308-1769529600-1769535000@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:SIAMS IQ2 – Vision Informed Curriculum
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 27 January 2026   4.00pm-5.30pm       Online \nFor Headteachers\, Senior Leaders & Curriculum leaders. This training focuses on how to establish an effective curriculum which is rooted in vision and enhances spiritual development. During the session participants will consider the theologically rooted drivers which should inform and shape curriculum design and provision and ensure spiritual development is an intrinsic part of the curriculum. Participants will also have the opportunity to reflect on impact and the evidence base they will need to provide for this IQ. Cost per delegate: £50 for the set of 4 \nPlease book here
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/siams-iq2-vision-informed-curriculum/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:New headteachers,New to working in a church school,School governance,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20250903T163134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T115844Z
UID:71451-1769540400-1769547600@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Friends of… Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What are the benefits of a ‘Friends of’ scheme in your church or community? If you are looking at setting one up or already have one that you’d like to grow and develop then this workshop will help you to think about how your ‘Friends of’ community can be of best help in generating income. Many ‘Friends of’ groups support the fabric of the church itself\, so this workshop is being run in partnership with our Diocesan buildings’ teams.\nRefreshment will be included. \nBook here to secure your place. \nLisa- Jayne Lewis – Stewardship and Giving Advisor \nLisa-Jayne helps church leaders to think about how they can preach and teach about money\, how churches can find ways to increase their income\, find grants and think about regular giving and  financial stewardship as part of our Christian discipleship.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/friends-of-workshop-january/
LOCATION:Saints Philip and James Church\, Up Hatherley\, Cold Pool Lane\, Cheltenham\, GL51 6HX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:CMD: Open to all,Developing Your Ministry,Stewardship and Giving
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa-Jane Lewis":MAILTO:llewis@glosdioc.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T214500
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20250919T090724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T091200Z
UID:71840-1769543100-1769550300@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:The Sticky Notes Prayers Tour
DESCRIPTION:Sticky Note Prayers is the new book by Phil Sokell-Miles\, International Director of Prayer Spaces in Schools\, that tells the story (so far) of a movement that began with one sticky note on a classroom wall… and has since reached over 1 million children and young people in more than 7\,000 prayer spaces across at least 35 countries.\n\n\nWeaving together stories\, research\, and real-life reflection it offers hope\, insight\, and practical tools for anyone wanting to create prayerful and reflective spaces for the next generation.\n\n\nWe’d like to invite you to join Phil and friends for an evening that celebrates the astonishing impact of this movement. This event will show you how to get involved in running a prayer space in your local school; from what you need and the support available\, to accessing our wealth of resources. Our heart is to help you create space for prayer and reflection so that children and young people can encounter God’s presence.\n\n\nThanks to a generous donor\, everyone who registers to attend will be able to collect a free copy of the book at the venue.\nFor more information on dates\, venues and how to book\, see: https://prayerspacesinschools.org/events/event/sticky-note-prayers-tour-cheltenham/\n\n\n  \nSome parking available outside the church. There is free parking on Christ Church Road\, Douro Road and Western Road close to the church. Please check the signs as it’s not all free.
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/the-sticky-notes-prayers-tour/
LOCATION:Christ Church Cheltenham Malvern Road Cheltenham GL50 2JH
CATEGORIES:Parish event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T071500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T211500
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20251125T095312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T095558Z
UID:73474-1769584500-1769634900@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. \nTo access the booking form before 14 January please click here \nFor more information please contact Simon Witcombe switcombe@glos.ac.uk
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/exploring-chaplaincy-course-2-2/
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201034
CREATED:20250827T093708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T093708Z
UID:71217-1769596200-1769605200@gloucester.anglican.org
SUMMARY:Incumbency: Parish Finance
DESCRIPTION:To explore the particular role that the incumbent has in the financial management of the parish.  This includes the basics of reading balance sheets and annual accounts\, how to work well with the treasurer and how to approach stewardship and encourage congregational giving. \nTo book a place please click here
URL:https://gloucester.anglican.org/event/incumbency-parish-finance/
LOCATION:Jerusalem meeting room\, 4 College Green Gloucester GL1 2LR\, 4 College Green\, Gloucester\, GL1 2LR
CATEGORIES:CMD: Clergy,Curates,Developing Your Ministry
ORGANIZER;CN="Revd David Treharne":MAILTO:dtreharne@glosdioc.org.uk
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