The West Midlands Racial Justice Initiative is inviting people to share their lived experiences of racism or exclusion in church spaces – or what you think might help create a more
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Together in the Diocese of Gloucester Network
Together for the Church of England is a new national organisation which is working towards two objectives: To unite those seeking to remove all discrimination in the Church of England,
Church of England Appoints new Racial Justice Director
The Revd Dr Evie Vernon O’Brien has been appointed as the Racial Justice Director for the Church of England in the West Midlands. Evie will take up her role in
Celebrate Disability Awareness Sunday – resources for churches
Join charity Through the Roof and celebrate Disability Awareness on Sunday 18 September (or a day of your choice).
Let’s be clear: Reduce isolation for thousands of people
We’re supporting the Barnwood Trust’s Let’s Be Clear Campaign, promoting clear face masks and clearer communication across Gloucestershire. Clear face masks make it easier for people who rely on lip
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,
Stroud Sacred Music Festival returns for 2019
Next week (July 5 & 6) sees the return of the very popular Stroud Sacred Music Festival. Stroud will again come alive to a diverse beat, with free events and
Possible World course from CMS
This has been spotted on huge discount which may well be of interest as it is an excellent study guide for churches wanting to look outwards, exploring the breadth of
FestivAll sees communities coming together
The Diocese of Gloucester is an active member of the multi-agency movement, FestivALL. As a partnership, we are working together to break down barriers in our communities across ethnicity, faith,
Welcome, inclusion and disability
Inclusive communities (click here) See also: Dementia-friendly churches Livability have produced a new resource to help churches think through and plan their approach to welcome of people with disabilities and
Dementia friendly training for churches delivered locally by NHS 2gether trust
Rachel Peak is a Dementia Education trainer, working for the NHS 2gether trust. She is offering training on being dementia friendly to individual parishes or benefices. Nikki Arthy (Gloucester City
Donkey Scooting in Fairford
Donkeys come in all shapes and sizes, they are known for being strong willed even stubborn. No such problems in Fairford on Palm Sunday as regular Messy Church supporter Frank combined
Harrison, skater and confirmed Christian
Harrison Whitehouse is a Christian and skateboarder. He has just been confirmed at a special service led by the Bishop of Gloucester. It all began when his Mum suggested the
Vision conversations: National Star College
We speak to student Timothy Ford about his hopes for better connections with local churches and Multi Faith Adviser Polly White suggests practical solutions.
Vision conversation: Engagement and Integration
“My job is all about supporting people to access good mental health and also to enable people to access services when they need them.” – we talk to Professor Jane
