This weekend, eight new priests and eight new deacons were ordained at Gloucester Cathedral.
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We trust that God’s got it: Vicky’s story
As part of our season of vocation, this week we speak to Vicky Falvey who will be one of eight people ordained deacon on Sunday 29 June.
An unexpected calling from church ministry to chaplaincy
“Whether someone has faith or not, I’m here to support them. It’s about presence, understanding, and care.”
Anne’s faith journey at The Door
Anne Townsend is Operations Manager at The Door, a Christian charity that provides opportunities and services like mentoring, youth centres, and support to young people and their families. She tells
Anne’s calling to Funeral Ministry and the upcoming pilot in Hereford
While many dioceses across the UK have seen a decline in funeral ministry, the Diocese of Gloucester is seeing a rise. Not only is it resisting the trend, but it’s
Miriam’s call to serve locally, from Japan to Hucclecote
Before Miriam Davis’ current role as an Assistant Curate for her local church, St Philip and St James in Hucclecote, Gloucester, she spent decades serving in Japan with OMF International.
A homegrown calling for Jackie in Bibury
Jackie Colburn’s path to ministry has been deeply intertwined with the community that she’s called home for decades. She was born in Cheltenham, raised in Winchcombe, and has lived on
Mike Williams to retire after 51 years of dedicated service
Mike Williams, currently a Reader in the benefice of Hardwicke, Elmore with Longley, is set to retire after 51 years of service to the Church of England and 31 years
Clare’s calling to ordination
One night watching TV, Clare Negreira felt God was sharing his plan for her life through a series of snapshots on screen.
Laine’s story: God’s calling through sorrow
It was a moving moment at a child’s funeral which convinced Laine Lewis to explore ordained ministry. When Laine gave birth to her second child, Malachi in 2013, he suffered
From Primark to priesthood: Daniel’s path
We’re looking forward to this year’s ordinations, to be held in Gloucester Cathedral on 29 and 30 June. Over the coming weeks, we will be catching up with some of the people preparing to be ordained as a deacon.
“People are surprised to see a DJ in a clerical collar”
A vicar from Tetbury is using his love for music to share God’s love through DJing at festivals and events. The Revd Steve Bullock shares how he developed his ‘musical ministry’ and the reactions he gets from listeners.
Sharing the ‘charism of chaplaincy’ at new network for chaplains
Chaplains are people who step out in faith to listen, show compassion and be alongside people in their joys, sadness and ordinary lives. Sometimes serving prisons, schools, hospitals or sports
Vicar voices podcast sharing Christian perspectives on life
Alongside supporting a new parish ministry in Bishop’s Cleeve, the Revd Nat Garrett produces a weekly podcast for a digital project pioneered by the Church of England. As the voice
“The headline for me was being with people in need.” Lee’s Glastonbury Festival experience
Thousands of people flocked to watch their favourite music artists at Glastonbury Festival at the weekend. Lee Barnes, Lay Ministry Officer and Warden of Readers, has been involved with the
Molly’s ordination story: “I would sneak off to the cathedral to worship.”
This weekend, we have celebrated along with the eight priests and eight deacons who have been ordained. Molly Boot, from East London, shares their journey from atheist to Baptist ministry
Simon’s ordination story: “Telling people about Jesus is what I’ve been made for.”
On 25 June, eight people will be ordained deacon at Gloucester Cathedral. One of our ordinands, Simon Phillips, shares his story. Simon, 30, from Cheltenham, is married to Annie. They
Catherine’s ordination story: “God literally planted my feet at the altar.”
We are catching up with some of the men and women preparing to be ordained as deacon on 25 June at Gloucester Cathedral. Catherine Milsom, from Brockworth, shares her story.
“Taking those final steps down into the plans of God” – Ann Sargent
Ahead of the ordination service on 25 June, Ann Sargent, Diocesan Director of Ordinands, reflects on her role helping people explore their calling to ordained ministry. “I am one of
Lucy’s ordination story: “I was pioneering before I knew the term existed.”
We’re looking forward to this year’s ordinations, to be held in Gloucester Cathedral on 25 June. Over the coming weeks, we will be catching up with some of the people preparing to be ordained as a deacon. Lucy shares her journey to being ordained as a Designated Pioneer Minister.
Steve’s ordination story: Choosing a path of service
A Stroud teacher is one of the people who will be ordained deacon in a special service at Gloucester Cathedral on Sunday. Steve Saville plans to continue teaching Religious Studies
Stefan’s ordination journey: physics and faith
We’re looking forward to this year’s ordinations, where five new priests and eight new deacons will be ordained in Gloucester Cathedral on 18 and 19 June.
OneDiocese blog: God drew me back to Godself
Canon Sandra Millar, Interim Director Mission and Ministry for the Diocese of Gloucester blogs on her life and her faith journey in our #OneDiocese blog
One Diocese blog: “Not just death and religion”
The Revd John Thompson, Lead Chaplain in the Department of Spiritual Care for Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Trust shares his views on his calling and his ministry in our #OneDiocese blog.
