Calendar

Diocesan events and training are displayed here. This calendar will also display events submitted from parishes across the Diocese and occasionally third party events where we believe there might be a wider interest. For these events, please contact the event organiser to be sure of whether the event you are expecting to attend is still planning to go ahead.


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November 2023
January 2024
Education and Schools
Tuesday, 6 May
10:00am - 12:30pm
DBE: SIAMS Self-Evaluation - Get ready for your Inspection
This session looks at possible formats for this summary document and suggests how schools can make the most of their summary to give inspectors pertinent knowledge of their school’s strengths as a church school.
Education and Schools
Tuesday, 6 May
1:30pm - 2:30pm
DBE: Headteachers’ Briefings
Attendance each term is strongly encouraged as the team will share essential updates and other significant information; please note, delegates need only attend one briefing per term.
Training
Tuesday, 6 May
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Connected Families Parent with Confidence
Discover grace-filled parenting wisdom with Jim and Lynne Jackson, founders of Connected Families. Gain practical insights and encouragement to guide your family with love and purpose.
Education and Schools
Wednesday, 7 May
10:00am - 11:00am
DBE: Headteachers’ Briefings
Attendance each term is strongly encouraged as the team will share essential updates and other significant information; please note, delegates need only attend one briefing per term.
Finance and Administration
Governance and Compliance
Ministry and Leadership
Training
Wednesday, 7 May
10:00am - 1:00pm
Joint Councils Workshop
If you are part of a multi parish benefice it is important that you are giving consideration to the benefits of forming a Joint Council to reduce the burden of governance and administration and lighten the workload of parish officers and incumbents. Even if you think this is not for you, you are warmly encouraged to come along and explore with others if your feeling is right.
Education and Schools
Wednesday, 7 May
5:00pm - 6:30pm
DBE: Overview of Governance in a Church School - Maintained
Suitable for governors who are either new to a church school, or who wish to refresh their knowledge and understanding.
Education and Schools
Wednesday, 7 May
7:00pm - 8:30pm
DBE: Overview of Governance in a Church School - Academy
Suitable for governors who are either new to a church school or wish to refresh their knowledge.
Wednesday, 7 May
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Nicaea 2025
The Bredon Hill Group of Churches is running a four week course celebrating the 1700 year anniversary of the adoption of the Nicene Creed being Led by Canon Roger Spiller at Little Comberton Village Hall starting on the 7th May 2025 at 7pm running every Wednesday until the 28th May. To book your place email Alison Khan at acbhteam@gmail.com
Finance and Administration
Thursday, 8 May
12:30pm - 1:30pm
An Introduction to Digital Giving
An Introduction to Digital Giving
Education and Schools
Thursday, 8 May
4:00pm - 5:00pm
DBE: Headteachers’ Briefings
Attendance each term is strongly encouraged as the team will share essential updates and other significant information; please note, delegates need only attend one briefing per term.
Parish, community event
Saturday, 10 May
10:00am - 9:00pm
A Celebration of Weddings Past & Present
We're celebrating weddings from the recent and more distant past all in the beautiful surroundings of St Andrew's, Ombersley.
Monday, 12 May
10:00am - 11:00am
Contemplative Worship at All Saints, Evesham
You are invited to come along to sit with others in silent prayer, for ourselves and for our neighbours near and far.
Training
Enrichment
Monday, 12 May
10:00am - 12:30pm
Ministering in a Church with Creeds
The Church of England shares two main creeds with the wider Christian Church. The Apostles’ Creed is the basic creed of our common baptism. The Nicene Creed comes out of the resolution of a major disagreement in the early church and has become the fullest shared statement of faith we use regularly at the Eucharist.
Buildings and Churchyards
Monday, 12 May
10:30am - 1:00pm
Introduction to the Buildings Management Portal
Introduction to the Buildings Management Portal
Education and Schools
Monday, 12 May
6:00pm - 7:00pm
DBE: Governors’ & Governance Professionals’ Briefings
Attendance each term is strongly encouraged as the team will share essential updates and other significant information; please note, delegates need only attend one briefing per term.
Monday, 12 May
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Encounter Meditation
An in-person evening retreat with music, art and silence.
Training
Enrichment
Monday, 12 May
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ministering in a Church with Creeds
The Church of England shares two main creeds with the wider Christian Church. The Apostles’ Creed is the basic creed of our common baptism. The Nicene Creed comes out of the resolution of a major disagreement in the early church and has become the fullest shared statement of faith we use regularly at the Eucharist.
Enrichment
Ministry and Leadership
Parish, community event
Prayer and spirituality
Worship and liturgy
Tuesday, 13 May
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Celebration of Smaller Churches in the Diocese of Worcester
A Service of Celebration of the Life of Smaller Churches, at Worcester Cathedral.
Training
Enrichment
Wednesday, 14 May
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Lunchtime Learning - Miriam: Poet and Prophet
2025 Summer Lunchtime Learning on three Marys of the Bible. In this session we will be looking at Miriam
Wednesday, 14 May
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Encounter Meditation
An in-person evening retreat with music, art and silence.
Wednesday, 14 May
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Nicaea 2025
The Bredon Hill Group of Churches is running a four week course celebrating the 1700 year anniversary of the adoption of the Nicene Creed being Led by Canon Roger Spiller at Little Comberton Village Hall starting on the 7th May 2025 at 7pm running every Wednesday until the 28th May. To book your place email Alison Khan at acbhteam@gmail.com
Finance and Administration
Training
Thursday, 15 May
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Instagram for Churches: Boost Your Online Presence
Unleash the potential of Instagram to reach and engage with your community. This session will cover creating visually appealing content, using Instagram Stories and Reels, and building a strong following.
Thursday, 15 May
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Worcs Theological Society: Early Jewish Christian relations
A meeting of Worcester Theological Society to explore - Sibling Rivalry: Early Jewish Christian relations and their legacy.
Education and Schools
Thursday, 15 May
6:00pm - 7:00pm
DBE: Governors’ & Governance Professionals’ Briefings
Attendance each term is strongly encouraged as the team will share essential updates and other significant information; please note, delegates need only attend one briefing per term.
Saturday, 17 May
11:00am - 5:00pm
Feckenham Flower and Garden Festival
FECKENHAM FLOWER AND GARDEN FESTIVAL - approx 25 gardens open and Flower Festival in Church. Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th May 2025, 11am to 5pm.
Saturday, 17 May
2:30pm - 4:00pm
A Musical Afternoon of Celebration
Songs from the 1940s, tickets £10 including refreshment. Great Atmosphere. Further information & poster for display from Jan Vale 01905 351392
Sunday, 18 May
11:00am - 5:00pm
Feckenham Flower and Garden Festival
FECKENHAM FLOWER AND GARDEN FESTIVAL - approx 25 gardens open and Flower Festival in Church. Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th May 2025, 11am to 5pm.
Monday, 19 May
10:00am - 11:00am
Contemplative Worship at All Saints, Evesham
You are invited to come along to sit with others in silent prayer, for ourselves and for our neighbours near and far.
Training
Ministry and Leadership
Monday, 19 May
10:00am - 12:00pm
Gospel of Life
How do we read St John's gospel? What are its key themes? How does it help us think about, and relate to Jesus?
Training
Ministry and Leadership
Monday, 19 May
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Gospel of Life
How do we read St John's gospel? What are its key themes? How does it help us think about, and relate to Jesus?
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