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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. 

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Criminal Justice Prayers November 2026

Our diocese hosts a group whose focus is criminal justice. The group offers a bi-monthly prayer guide. November’s focus is the safety of those working in prisons.
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St Mary's Church with a field of poppies outside the front

Poppies at St Mary, Kidderminster

Approaching 5,000 poppies will again be on display this year both outside and inside St Mary and All Saints Church, Kidderminster as a solemn reminder of the sacrifices made by those who served and continue to serve in armed conflicts worldwide.
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A group of confirmation candidates holding candles with Bishop Alan and other clergy

Gornal and Sedgley confirmands

Last weekend, Bishop Alan Winton confirmed candidates from the parishes of Gornal and Sedgley and Kingswinford at All Saints’ Church in Sedgley.  We asked the candidates from All Saints to tell us about their journey to confirmation and the difference their faith has made to their lives.
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Elaine Simpson after her service of deaconing standing alongside Bishop Martin and some other clergy outside the door of Elmley castle church

New Deacon ordained in Elmley Castle

Elaine Simpson was ordained Deacon on Sunday 25 October by the Bishop of Dudley, Martin Gorick in a special service at St Mary’s Church in Elmley Castle,
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Selfie scarecrows at Webheath church

St Philip’s Church in Webheath is taking part in a local Scarecrow Trail, which runs from Saturday 24 to Tuesday 27 October.
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Marking Black History Month

October is Black History month. This is being marked by two of our churches in completely different ways. Read about what Bewdley and Kidderminster East have been doing.
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Service of reflection and thanksgiving

The community of Stourbridge gathered at St Thomas’ Church for a service of reflection and thanksgiving following the Stourbridge wildfires. The service was led by
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General Synod Election Results

Following the electronic count on 14 October, six people have been elected to stand for General Synod from across the Diocese. Three people have been
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Weekly Sermon Podcast

Weekly sermon podcasts are recorded by clergy and laity across the diocese.

Remembrance Sunday 2026

A sermon podcast for Remembrance Sunday on 8 November 2026 from Bishop Martin.
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This week’s video reflection

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However, if in addition to this, you are able to give to the ‘Diocese of Worcester Ministry Fund’, your donation will be used to help pay for our clergy now and in the coming months.

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