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Church House open day: support for your parish

Tuesday 20 October

Have you ever wondered what happens at Church House, who works there, or where to go for help when questions arise in your parish? We’d love to welcome you to

Give to Go Green grants are now open

Tuesday 20 October

Is your parish looking to make its church building or hall greener? The National Net Zero Carbon Programme’s Give to Go Green scheme could help you make it happen. The

Serving God as a Reader: Richard’s faith journey

Tuesday 20 October

Reader Richard Spencer shares how an extraordinary experience in the late 70s started him on a faith journey that has changed his life forever. Although Richard went to church when

Called by God, encouraged by God’s people

Tuesday 20 October

In last week’s Bulletin I reflected on how we navigate change in the life of the Church. One of the realities we must face is that the future shape of

Results of General Synod elections

Monday 19 October

We are delighted to announce the results of the recent General Synod elections, welcoming seven representatives who will help bring the voices and experiences of our diocesan community to the

Church House on the way to Eco Gold

Tuesday 13 October

Back in February and March, we shared how Church House was working towards the Eco Office Silver Award across the five Eco Church categories. Since achieving Silver, our commitment to

Children’s climate plea heads to Parliament

Tuesday 13 October

A creative project in Cirencester is preparing to take its message to the House of Commons. “Please do something.” The same words appeared time and again on postcards written by

Navigating change with confidence and hope

Tuesday 13 October

Last week it was a privilege to gather with Area Deans and Lay Chairs, members of the Bishop’s Staff Team and others for a day of thoughtful and constructive conversation

Buildings Management Portal now live

Tuesday 13 October

Buildings Management Portal (BMP), the successor to the Online Faculty System is now live. All users will need to register to use the new system to create new applications and

Prisons Week, 11 October to 17 October

Tuesday 06 October

Bishop Rachel shares the following message ahead of Prisons Week. This Prisons Week, I invite you to join me in prayer. There are excellent resources available to support daily prayer

Kathryn’s experience as a Gloucestershire Nightstop host

Tuesday 06 October

Following the promotion of Gloucestershire Nightstop as one of the charities supported by the diocese last Christmas, GDBF employee Kathryn Warner and her husband Rich decided to explore the possibility

Bishop Rachel’s Presidential Address from Diocesan Synod, 3 October 2026

Tuesday 06 October

Paul writes to the Philippians: ‘I thank my God every time I remember you, 4 constantly praying with joy in every one of my prayers for all of you, 5 because of your sharing

Mission grant helps St Edward’s welcome families and visitors

Tuesday 06 October

At St Edward’s, Stow-on-the-Wold, a diocesan Mission Grant Scheme award has helped the church create a more welcoming and engaging space for visitors, families and anyone curious about faith. With

White Privilege: A blog by Trevor Henry

Tuesday 06 October

During Black History Month this October, we are pleased to share a thought-provoking blog by Trevor Henry, a churchwarden and worshipper at St James and All Saints Gloucester. In this

Using Safeguarding Hubs

Tuesday 06 October

Safeguarding Hubs provide parishes with a simple, secure and practical way to manage safeguarding administration in one place. Designed specifically for the Church of England, the Hub helps churches stay

Buildings Management Portal Registration and Access

Monday 05 October

The Church of England is introducing the Building Management Portal, which will replace the Online Faculty System for applications relating to works on churches, their contents, and churchyards, with a

Minor Repairs & Improvements Fund (MR&IF) 2026-2028

Monday 05 October

Thanks to the Church Commissioners, the Minor Repairs & Improvements Fund (MR&IF) is now open to applications. Two submission deadlines have so far been set. These are 30th October 2026

Every life remembered: Lessons from 1,000 funerals

Tuesday 29 September

After leading more than 1,000 funerals Phil Jaekel has learned that no life is ordinary. As a Reader and Lay Funeral Minister in the Diocese of Gloucester, Phil has stood

Message from Bishop Robert, 29 September 2026

Tuesday 29 September

Last week I had the privilege of preaching at St Paul’s Cathedral, at a special service recognising and celebrating the ministry of Parish Safeguarding Officers from across the Church of

Celebrating Lay Ministry

Monday 28 September

On Saturday 19 September, the Cathedral hosted a special day celebrating lay ministry across the Diocese, bringing together Readers, lay ministers and others involved in the life of the Church.

Common Ground Award 2026 to 2027

Friday 25 September

There’s an opportunity for us to invest in the life of our church and the wider community. The Common Ground Award 2026 to 2027 is now open, with applications closing

Message from Bishop Rachel, 22 September 2026

Tuesday 22 September

Last week, Bishop Robert and I spent four days in Oxford with the bishops across the Church of England. A lot of our time was spent with several distinguished speakers

The Racial Justice Advisory Group

Tuesday 22 September

The Racial Justice Advisory Group (RJAG) is the advisory body leading on racial justice across the Diocese of Gloucester. Racial justice is part of our everyday life as Christians and

Church seeks art and community future

Tuesday 22 September

St Stephen’s Cheltenham is looking at how its building could have a wider role in the community, while continuing to hold regular worship. A team at the church are exploring

Sportily backs call to transform PE

Tuesday 22 September

Sportily is supporting a campaign encouraging primary schools to rethink physical education, championing a more inclusive, play-based approach that helps every child experience the joy of movement. As part of

New tool to streamline funding applications

Tuesday 22 September

If you are a churchwarden, PCC secretary or volunteer who has been asked, ‘could you see if there are any grants we can apply for?’, you will know that finding

Arson incidents

Tuesday 15 September

Whilst the increase in arson incidents seen in recent months has not been specific to churches, it serves as a useful reminder of the importance of reviewing measures to protect

A quick note about carbon survey approaches

Tuesday 15 September

We’ve recently heard from a parish that was contacted by an organisation called NECRA CIC, offering a carbon survey and certificate for their church building. After looking into the information

Sharing faith on Tiktok: Faith in Glos

Tuesday 15 September

Young people across the Diocese of Gloucester are sharing what faith means to them through a new TikTok channel, Faith in Glos. The channel gives young people a chance to

The Gift of Christmas – resources for Advent and Christmas

Tuesday 15 September

The Church of England’s Advent and Christmas theme for 2026 is The Gift of Christmas, inviting us to celebrate, receive and respond to the gift of God in Jesus Christ.

‘Love Tuffley’: Celebrating community

Tuesday 15 September

A recent mission weekend in Tuffley showed how Christians can share faith through hospitality, community and building relationships.

Disability Awareness Sunday: One body, many parts

Tuesday 15 September

Worshipping communities are invited to take part in Disability Awareness Sunday (DAS) on 27 September. This year’s theme, One Body, Many Parts, is based on 1 Corinthians 12 and reminds

Message from Bishop Rachel, 15 September

Tuesday 15 September

This evangelistic calling is that of the whole Church, called ‘to declare the wonderful deeds of him who has called us out of darkness into his marvellous light’.

Bishop Rachel responds to the Foreign Secretary’s statement

Wednesday 09 September

Bishop Rachel has responded to Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband’s statement. The Bishop of Gloucester, the Right Revd Rachel Treweek said, “I welcome the Foreign Secretary’s brave and courageous statement on

Remember a Charity Week

Tuesday 08 September

We’ll all be remembered for something. A funny moment. A much-loved hobby. Our unique quirks. Or that one story everyone knows. Across the Diocese of Gloucester, our churches are part

Building Management Portal: what you need to know

Tuesday 08 September

You may already have heard from the national Church of England about the introduction of the new Building Management Portal, which will replace the Online Faculty System. We know that