Street Pastor patrols in Cheltenham are being reduced or even cancelled due to falling numbers of volunteer pastors. Over the last few years volunteer numbers have halved and the schemeContinue reading
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Celebrating grandparents and grandchildren with Faithful Generations
“I deeply believe that the precious relationships between grandparents and grandchildren have profound and lasting effects. My grandma had (and still has long after her death) a huge influence onContinue reading
Bishop Rachel’s statement on the ceasefire-hostage release agreement
I am extremely glad to hear the news of the ceasefire-hostage release agreement. Whilst there is still a long way to go it shines some light in the darkness forContinue reading
St Mary’s Newent marks 350th anniversary of ‘Tumbledown Sunday’
This January, St Mary’s Church in Newent is hosting two events to commemorate the close of the 350th anniversary year of ‘Tumbledown Sunday’, a day in 1674 when the churchContinue reading
Prioritise what truly matters in 2025 with ‘Run the Race’
Do you struggle with nailing down your priorities when you’re planning? So many excellent options, coupled with New Year’s resolutions can sometimes lead to overwhelming expectations and unrealistic commitments. KateContinue reading
Bishop Rachel’s Christmas 2024 message to worshipping communities
“This year, there have been times when I’ve been with God in prayer and felt overwhelmed by so many issues in the Church, in our nation, and across our world.Continue reading
A message from Bishop Rachel on the Archbishop’s valedictory speech
As a member of the Lords Spiritual and as your diocesan bishop, I was deeply saddened and perturbed by the Archbishop of Canterbury’s valedictory speech in the House of Lords yesterday (5 December 2024).
Partner Diocese of Western Tanganyika to ordain women
The Diocese of Western Tanganyika, one of our global diocesan partnerships, made history this October when the Diocesan Synod approved Bishop Emmanuel’s proposal to allow the ordination of women. TheContinue reading
Stolen altar cross mysteriously returned after 30 years
A 9-inch silver altar cross, taken from All Saints’ Church in North Cerney 30 years ago has reappeared.
St Arilda’s becomes the first in the diocese to win Eco Church Gold
St Arilda’s Church in Oldbury-on-Severn has been given an Eco Church Gold Award from A Rocha UK, becoming the first church to achieve this in the Diocese of Gloucester. TheContinue reading
Giving as an act of remembrance, by Lisa-Jayne Lewis
“And the King will answer them, ‘Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these who are members of my family, you didContinue reading
Bishop Rachel welcomes Sentencing Review
Over the past few years, I have spoken to many people working in the criminal justice system, including Judges and Magistrates, who are longing for change.
Children, Youth and Families blog: The power of grandparents
Senior Connector Barrie Voyce blogs on the deep value of relationship between grandparent and grandchild, whatever their age.
Bishop Rachel’s statement on the anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel
As we pray for all who weep and grieve, may we continue to pray for peace and justice for all.
Ribbon cut on school’s new community garden
The ribbon was cut on a new community orchard at Primrose Hill C of E Primary Academy in Lydney, as the school celebrated being awarded a Distinction in their Eco Schools Green Flag.
Bishop Robert’s night on the town with Cheltenham Street Pastors
Bishop Robert joined Cheltenham Street Pastors on Saturday night (21 September) for their regular community patrol. Cheltenham Street Pastors are a group of trained volunteers who offer support and careContinue reading
Karen Czapiewski becomes a licensed Reader after many years of service
“I’ve needed people alongside God to get me to this point. And now, I hope to be that support for others.”
Rowan Williams and Pete Atkin come together for insightful evening in Cheltenham
Former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams and singer-songwriter Pete Atkin are set to explore the power of words in both poetry and music on Friday 4 October.
Bishop Rachel: “We need to rethink what prisons are for”
On Sunday, Bishop Rachel spoke to Caroline Martin on BBC Radio Gloucester, sharing her views on the urgent need for prison reform in the UK.
Holding the key, podcast episode 3: Bishop Rachel talks to Marc Conway
The Anglican Bishop for HM Prisons, the Right Revd Rachel Treweek, in conversation with Marc Conway about serious issues with the Criminal Justice system, and outdated IPP laws. Marc ConwayContinue reading
‘What the Olympics means to me’ by Richard Witham, Head of Sport and Faith at Sportily
Richard Witham reflects on the power of sport and finding purpose through the Olympics and Paralympics in Paris this summer. “For me, the joy of the Olympics is being ableContinue reading
Israel-Palestine July 2024: Identity, Separation, Power and Trauma
Returning to Israel-Palestine in June 2024, the beautiful hills of the landscape brought to mind the words of Psalm 121 from the Old Testament and Hebrew scripture.
Churches encouraged to use rediscovered artwork for fundraising
A watercolour painting discovered in a cupboard at St Bartholomew’s, Notgrove has sparked a renewed call for churches to use the artwork of R.A. Brown for fundraising. R.A. Brown, knownContinue reading
A weekend of celebration with 19 ordinations in Gloucester Cathedral
9 people were ordained priest and 10 people ordained deacon in two huge services at Gloucester Cathedral over the last weekend of June.