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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's Lent Message 2026

In this year's Lent message, Bishop Hugh encourages us to consider using the 40 days to commit to a specific discipline which will help us to live life more fully with God and for God.

Could you stand for Deanery Synod?

21st March 2026

As new Deanery Synods will be elected this year, Worcester Deanery has tried to find creative ways to explain to parishes what happens at synod meetings and encourage more people to stand.

Bishop Hugh opens new school playground

20th March 2026

Bishop Hugh visited Cutnall Green CE Primary School on Tuesday where he opened a new playground for the children. During a short ceremony, which included prayers from the children, Bishop Hugh cut the ribbon on the equipment with the help of two pupils.

School conference on Climate Change and Sustainability

20th March 2026

On Friday 13 March, pupils from 10 primary and secondary schools across Stourbridge gathered at Oldswinford CE Primary School for a conference on Climate Change and Sustainability.

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Daily Prayers

World Water Day

Each year, the World Day for Water falls on the 22 March. The day was formally proposed in 1992 at the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development in Rio de Janeiro by the United Nations General Assembly, and it
was adopted the year after as an annual observance day focusing on the importance of fresh water.

The day celebrates water and raises awareness of the 2.2 billion people living without access to safe water. It is about taking action to tackle the global water
crisis. A core focus of World Water Day is to support the achievement of sustainable Development Goal 6: water and sanitation for all by 2030.

This year, the theme for World Water Day is water’s role in gender equality.

Lord, we pray for all those around the world without access to clean water. Give thanks for those charities who work to change this inequality and help to
ensure everyone can drink fresh water and remain healthy.

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Sacrifice Triumphant

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25th Mar 2026: Introduction to Art Journaling with Jenna Burne

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Bringing Death to Life

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Tewkesbury Abbey Theology Forum

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Stainer's Crucifixion

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Being with Jesus on the Via Dolorosa, led by Helen Stanton

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Understanding Heat Pumps and their capabilities

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To Pray and to Love in the way of Orthodox Saints led by N. Colloff

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Understanding Heat Pumps and their capabilities

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Quiet Garden Day – ‘St Francis and the Healing Garden’

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BCP Three Hours Devotional Service for Good Friday

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Quiet Garden Day – ‘St Francis and the Healing Garden’

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Quiet Garden Day – ‘St Francis and the Healing Garden’

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Create Art Ministry Creative Connections Building Faith

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Encounter Meditation: 13th April 2026 (AN EVENING EVENT!)

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