For 11-year-old Evie, becoming a chorister at Gloucester Cathedral has strengthened her faith, her confidence, a sense of responsibility, and her musical talent.
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Chorister voice trials applications open
If you know a child who would jump at the opportunity to sing in the Gloucester Cathedral choir, chorister voice trials taking place in March could be a gateway to
Cathedral exhibition to highlight poverty in North Cotswolds
Exhibitions highlighting everyday struggles, barriers to wellbeing, and the ways residents cope with financial pressure in an area often associated with affluence.
Christmas services and events across the diocese
With Christmas just around the corner, churches across our diocese are welcoming congregations and communities to festive services and events. Here is a snapshot of some of the events taking
Poppy Fields to come to Gloucester Cathedral
This autumn, Gloucester Cathedral will once again be transformed by the lights and sounds of the projection art gallery of Luxmuralis. The exhibit, entitled Poppy Fields will run from Friday 17
LEGO Gloucester Cathedral model on display
A detailed LEGO model of Gloucester Cathedral is now on display at the Cathedral. It is constructed from around 13,500 individual bricks, and measures at 90cm wide, 60cm deep and
Introducing CathedrALE at Gloucester Cathedral
The Dean of Gloucester, the Very Revd Andrew Zihni, has blessed CathedrALE, a new beer brewed in partnership between Gloucester Cathedral and Gloucester Brewery. CathedrALE is inspired by centuries of
Record achievements at blossoming gardening club
Members of the Gloucester Cathedral Gardening for Wellbeing group have achieved the record for the most AQA certificates awarded to the most participants at an awards ceremony in the group’s
Faithful Generations: “Amazing and inspiring”
Hundreds of people turned out for Faithful Generations at Gloucester Cathedral on Saturday 1 February, to share faith, creativity and worship together. There were a variety of activities for children
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 on
Rebecca: “Our faith should guide us toward justice”
Although many associate religious callings with ordained ministry, Gloucester Cathedral archivist Rebecca Phillips explains how her lay role fulfils a deep sense of vocation. Rebecca Phillips is the Archivist at
Heritage open days around the diocese this September
Heritage Open Days 2024 are taking place from 6 to 15 September. These events are free and explore history and culture across the country. Lots of events are taking place
Experience calmness this summer at Gloucester Cathedral
There are a range of events taking place this summer at Gloucester Cathedral which focus on embracing peace and reflection. Family calmness events All events are free and no booking
Faithful Generations Events
A shout out to everyone of grandparent generation and the children they love and care for in their families, churches and communities. You are invited to bring each other to Gloucester Cathedral
Children, Youth and Families Blog: Annual Leaver’s Services at Gloucester Cathedral.
Lisa-Jayne, our Stewardship and Giving Advisor, shares her first experience of attending the annual Leaver’s Services at Gloucester Cathedral. What an unexpected joy it was to join colleagues from the
Live updates from the Big Mission Weekend: Celebration Cathedral Eucharist
The Cathedral was full for a joyful service as we came to the end of our Diocesan Big Mission Weekend with the Archbishop of Canterbury. The Archbishop spoke from the
The Big Mission Weekend With The Archbishop Of Canterbury: Gloucester Cathedral And Scratch Choir
Would you like to be part of a special scratch choir? Will you be coming to the celebration service at Gloucester Cathedral?
Easter 2024 – what’s happening in and around the Diocese of Gloucester
Just some of the special events happening over Holy Week and Easter in the Diocese of Gloucester (24 to 31 March) Check achurchnearyou.com for your local church’s events. Throughout
Message from Bishop Rachel, 27 February 2024
Throughout the gospels we are repeatedly confronted with Jesus Christ’s encounters with individuals and with groups of people. Often, we get a glimpse of an individual’s story and the way they view life from the context in which they are embedded, and we see Jesus engage with who they are. Our reactions probably range from disturbance through to curiosity and delight.
Nominations open for awards that celebrate local heroes
Do you, or those you work around, know someone who’s deserving of an award? Maybe an unsung hero who deserves recognition for their voluntary efforts or a brilliant group that
Bee sculpture made of weapons coming to Gloucester Cathedral
A thought-provoking bee sculpture will be displayed around Gloucester from 16 – 20 February to spark discussions with young people about the dangers of weapons and violence. Made from weapons
Five new Funeral Ministers licensed in special service
On Monday 22 January, five new funeral ministers were licensed at Gloucester Cathedral by Bishop Robert. The candidates completed their training through the Funeral Project last year, which consisted of
