We are the Church of England in Worcestershire and Dudley.  
Welcome to the Diocese of Worcester.

Our diocesan vision is to grow as Kingdom People, sharing the good news of Jesus’ love in Worcestershire and Dudley.  

As the body of Christ, God’s Kingdom People, we join together to worship God, make disciples, share hope, and transform communities as we live out values of love, compassion, justice and freedom.

The Diocese of Worcester is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults to worship and grow in Christ safely. 

Bishop Hugh officially confirmed as next Bishop of Worcester

Bishop Hugh Nelson was officially confirmed as the 114th Bishop of Worcester by the Bishop of London, Dame Sarah Mullally at a special service at St Mary-le-Bow Church in London on Friday.

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Criminal Justice prayers December 2025

1st December 2025

The diocesan Criminal Justice Affairs group offers a bi-monthly prayer guide which they hope will be useful for personal and intercessory prayer in local parishes. December's prayers focus on children affected by parental imprisonment.

Bishop Hugh officially confirmed as next Bishop of Worcester

30th November 2025

Bishop Hugh Nelson was officially confirmed as the 114th Bishop of Worcester by the Bishop of London, Dame Sarah Mullally at a special service at St Mary-le-Bow Church in London on Friday.

Muddy Boots Magi to travel Worcestershire

28th November 2025

This year, the Muddy Boots Mission Area has some very special visitors. The Magi—Melchior, Caspar and Balthazar—along with Drusilla the Camel, set off from Rock Church on Sunday to follow the star in search of the new King.

Daily Prayers

Diocese of Peru

Following his consecration as Bishop Coadjutor in August, pray for Bishop Victor as he undertakes his new role and assumes new responsibilities. Pray too for Bishop Jorge, as the two work together to discern the future shape of mission and ministry in the Diocese of Peru, and prepare for Victor replacing Jorge as diocesan bishop in a few years’ time.

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