Gill Ford, the Anna coordinator for CaBiC, an interdenominational charity, which has been set up to support and coordinate ministry to older people in the local area, has been busy
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Message from Bishop Robert, 30 November 2021
For those of us who seek to follow Jesus Christ, who are inspired to know and share life in all its fullness, the need to act on the climate is not an optional extra but fundamental.
COP26 week 1
A summary of week 1, in the life of the overall conference and the Christian presence in Glasgow. Key announcements this week: An agreement has been made by most
Exploring Faith and Spirituality Courses
Every Thursday evening from September 2021 – July 2022 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm £5 – £30 This series of short courses offer the opportunity to explore our faith more
Message from Bishop Robert, 28 September 2021
“If we did not already know that we were living in anxious times, it took only the news last Thursday that some 20 garages across the country had run out of fuel, to there being queues on Friday and by Sunday over half of garages closed. Most of us know, in our heads at least, that provided we all act wisely and don’t panic, there won’t be a problem…
Serve And Share building community in Gloucester
A food sharing initiative in central Gloucester has led to friendships and a better sense of community
Add your voice to the national Climate Sunday livestream
This year, in the run-up to COP26, a special Climate Sunday service is being broadcast from Glasgow Cathedral on 4 September. You can register your interest in the Glasgow Climate
Prayer space at Clearwater: stories from the Diocesan Education News
Subscribe to the Diocesan Education News here On a recent visit and tour of the new school building at Clearwater Church of England Primary Academy, our Strategic Lead for Governance, Nicki, particularly
Message from Bishop Robert
Next week, many of the communities of our Diocese will be taking part in fundraising for Christian Aid. This year’s campaign which runs alongside the vaccine thankfulness appeal and the
70th anniversary of the Battle of the Imjin River
A message from Bishop Rachel Last Sunday I had the privilege of leading a short service to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Battle of the Imjin River in the
Hear from our link officer Revd Christy in Bangalore
As the severe wave of Coronavirus infection sweeps through India, a plea from our friends who live there: “Kindly remember our nation, our state, and our diocese in your prayers.”
Easter and Holy Week from Gloucester Cathedral
Starting with our livestreamed Maundy Thursday service, all are invited to join in with special services going on throughout Easter and Holy Week, shared live from Gloucester Cathedral. For a
Maundy Thursday: watch the Chrism service from Gloucester Cathedral
Our special Maundy Thursday Chrism service, streamed live from Gloucester Cathedral, is now available to watch below. We were joined, via Zoom and Facebook, by Clergy and Lay people from
Prayers of hope in Dursley
The worshipping community in Dursley have been hanging prayers of hope on a tree in the churchyard outside St James’ Church. The Revd Canon Michael Cozens, local Rector, said, “All
The Pilgrim Way
Bishop Rachel and Bishop Robert hope that there will be a number of worshipping communities who use this Lent as an opportunity to seek out adults and young people who
Prayers at the end of a text
If you’re having a tough time at the moment and you live in the North Cheltenham area, the Revd Tom Cook in Cheltenham has a new way to help. He
Bishop Rachel’s Christmas message to the Diocese
Bishop Rachel shares a message for the Diocese.
Nov 30: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for schools and colleges, children and young people. We pray that all might be nurtured and that no-one would be overlooked. #PrayerForTheNation
Nov 29: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for family, friends and loved ones. We lift to God those we hold in our hearts – praying for their health, their well-being and their sense of
Nov 28: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for all who are grieving, and all suffering with physical and mental ill-health. We ask that in God’s great loving kindness they might know God’s sustaining presence
Nov 27: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for those who are in positions of authority, with responsibility for decision making at national and local level. We ask that God would give great wisdom, and deep
Nov 26: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for the NHS and other key workers. Today we voice our gratitude for those who serve this country in the National Health Service and pray for that
Nov 25: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Join us today at 6pm as we pray for businesses, the workplace and economic wellbeing. We lift before God those who have lost their jobs and face an uncertain and
Nov 24: join us in prayer today at 6pm
Today we pray for the elderly, isolated and vulnerable. We echo God’s commitment to those most at risk of this virus by praying for those who are particularly vulnerable. #PrayerForTheNation
