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News
A statement from Bishop Martin
Published: 12th November 2024A statement from Bishop Martin following the publication of the Makin report and the resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Very Revd Justin Welby.
Black History Month service in Inkberrow
Published: 12th November 2024During Black History month in October, Harriet Terera-Chimani (originally from Zimbabwe) planned and led the 11 o’clock service at the church on the theme of ‘reclaiming narratives’.
Independent review into Church’s handling of Smyth case published
Published: 11th November 2024The independent review by Keith Makin into the Church of England’s handling of allegations of serious abuse by the late John Smyth has been published.
Two deanery motions passed at Diocesan Synod
Published: 11th November 2024Last week’s Diocesan Synod meeting included the debate of two different motions which were proposed by deaneries.
Bishop Martin's Remembrance Sermon
Published: 10th November 2024Bishop Martin attended the Remembrance Sunday service in Mary Steven's Park in Stourbridge alongside Area Dean & Vicar of St Thomas, Stourbridge, Andrew Sillis. Read his sermon
New Rector for the Worcestershire Severn parishes
Published: 8th November 2024Bishop Martin has announced Tim Williams as Rector of Elmley Lovett w Hampton Lovett & Elmbridge w Rushock and Hartlebury and Ombersley w Doverdale
A season of songs!
Published: 7th November 2024An article for December editions of parish magazines from the Archdeacon of Worcester, Mark Badger.
Parish book club tackles racial justice issues
Published: 6th November 2024A group from the benefice of Ribbesford w Bewdley & Dowles & Wribbenhall used Black History Month in October as an opportunity to explore the book, ‘Tarry Awhile: Wisdom from Black Spirituality for People of Faith’ by Selina Stone.
Community Link expansion following move to new premises
Published: 5th November 2024New premises for Community Link in Cradley Heath will enable the church-run charity to better serve their local community.
Community bonfire & fireworks in Redditch
Published: 4th November 2024In a warm show of community spirit, St Philip’s Church in Webheath, and St Bartholomew’s Church in Tardebigge hosted their first shared bonfire and fireworks night, welcoming around 350 people from across the area.
Director of Property role for Ruth Beard
Published: 3rd November 2024Diocesan Property Manager, Ruth Beard has been promoted to Diocesan Director of Property in recognition of her work managing the housing portfolio across the Diocese; the diocesan office building, and going forward taking on the strategic management of the Glebe land portfolio.
Own a Perpetual Flame from the cathedral
Published: 25th October 2024The cathedral has collaborated with internationally renowned glass artist Allister Malcolm to create an exclusive special edition of hand-crafted glass Perpetual Flames.
Roger Latham to be Vicar of Great Malvern Priory
Published: 25th October 2024Bishop Martin has announced the appointment of the Revd Roger Latham as the new Vicar of Great Malvern, St Mary and St Michael (The Priory).
Mark Carter takes on net zero role
Published: 25th October 2024Mark Carter is expanding his role to become diocesan Director of Church Buildings and Net Zero as part of the diocese’s increasing focus on the climate crisis agenda.
Why are the Statistics for Mission parish returns important?
Published: 23rd October 2024During October, all churches are encouraged to think about the numbers attending different services for data collected as part of the Statistics for Mission process. Read why this is important and who should be counted!
Smaller Churches Conference attracts 90 delegates from across the Diocese
Published: 23rd October 2024On Wednesday 9 October we hosted a one-day ‘Smaller Churches Conference’ at The Pear Tree Inn, Worcester. The conference was attended by almost 90 delegates from smaller churches across the Diocese.
Tardebigge parish launch monthly Forest cafe church
Published: 22nd October 2024Tardebigge parish have launched a new Forest Cafe church at St Bartholomew's that meets on the first Sunday of the month.
Poppy cascade in Inkberrow
Published: 21st October 2024Knitters and crocheters aged from six to 92 aiming to make 4,000 poppies for a Remembrance Sunday cascade from Inkberrow Church bell tower have smashed their target by more than 2,500 well ahead of time.
Great Witley Church launches Crowdfunding Appeal
Published: 16th October 2024Great Witley Church has launched a crowdfunding appeal through Spacehive and Crowdfund Malvern Hills (for match funding) to improve the driveway access to this special church.
Celebrating 150 years of the Cathedral Voluntary Choir
Published: 15th October 2024The 150th anniversary of the Cathedral Voluntary Choir was marked at the Sung Eucharist on Sunday morning with past members joining the current choir.
Latest News
Black History Month service in Inkberrow
12th November 2024
During Black History month in October, Harriet Terera-Chimani (originally from Zimbabwe) planned and led the 11 o’clock service at the church on the theme of ‘reclaiming narratives’....