The Church of England is inviting everyone to take part in #ChurchDoorChallenge this summer by sharing photos of your local church door on social media. It’s a national campaign, fromContinue reading
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“Understanding people’s needs is key to offering a truly warm welcome.” Laine Lewis
Laine Lewis, from Gloucester, has 27 years’ experience in youth and children’s church and community work – helping to establish clubs and groups that provide acceptance and love to peopleContinue reading
Register your church for Safeguarding Sunday
On Sunday 19 November, churches across the Diocese are invited to join a national campaign marking Safeguarding Sunday together. The registration page for Safeguarding Sunday is now live and youContinue reading
OneDiocese blog: “All children should have access to Jesus.”
Ahead of the ‘Under five and flourishing’ conference on 18 March, Sarah Major, Education Administrator for Jumping Fish Ltd at the Diocese of Gloucester, shares her calling to work with schools and churches to support children in their spiritual growth and development. She will be leading a workshop at the event.
Message from Bishop Rachel, 27 September 2022
Next month is International Black History Month and it leaves me feeling uneasy. It’s not because I don’t agree with bringing Black history into the frame or ensuring that so many stories about people and places are made visible, or that we are challenged regarding racial justice; rather, my uneasiness is because it can look as if people only need to think about all these things for one month of every year.
Bishop Robert showed support at Gloucester Pride
Bishop Robert joined volunteers in the Multi Faith Tent at Gloucester Pride on Saturday 14 September. Volunteers in the multi-faith tent were there to be a friendly and visible face,Continue reading