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News
Running the race set before us
Published: 29th August 2023An article for the October editions of parish magazines from the Archdeacon of Dudley, Nikki Groarke.
The Dean of Worcester retires after 16 years
Published: 25th August 2023The Dean of Worcester, the Very Reverend Peter Atkinson, will officially retire on Friday 25 August, after more than 16 years in the post, and 43 years as a priest in the Church of England.
New holiday club for Greater Dudley Church of Ascension
Published: 23rd August 2023The Church of Ascension in Wall Heath in Greater Dudley deanery ran a new holiday club for primary school aged children this summer.
The Dean's Farewell
Published: 17th August 2023On Sunday 10 September, we shall say farewell to Peter Atkinson.
Deepening our Faith
Published: 17th August 2023The Bishop’s Certificate course, exploring the bible and theology, will start again this autumn in both Dudley and Worcester areas of the diocese.
Incorporating ‘Praying for Growth’ resources into morning worship
Published: 11th August 2023Rector of the Brierley Hill Team and Area Dean of Greater Dudley, David Hoskin, has adapted the liturgy used at the launch of ‘Praying for Growth’, turning it into a short service of the word which he has used at Christ Church, Quarry Bank.
New benches for Wild Church
Published: 11th August 2023The West Worcester Beacon Team (Hallow, Grimley, Holt & Lower Broadheath) started their new worshipping community, ‘Wild Church’ at Holt Church last Spring. Each month, people gather to worship God outside, whatever the weather, and they have worked with a local charity, Wildgoose, who have created a number of benches for people to use.
New children's choir revitalises family service
Published: 8th August 2023The monthly family service at Holy Trinity, Belbroughton, just outside Stourbridge, is thriving thanks to the addition of a new children’s choir linked to Belbroughton CE Primary School.
Praying for Growth around the deaneries
Published: 4th August 2023An article for September's editions of parish magazines from the Bishop of Dudley, Martin Gorick
Ride and Stride 2023
Published: 3rd August 2023On Saturday 9 September, sponsored cyclists, walkers, drivers and riders across Worcestershire & Dudley will be visiting as many churches as they can to raise money for the local Historic Churches Trust. Will you be taking part?
Bishop Martin's 'Praying for Growth' pilgrimage
Published: 2nd August 2023Bishop Martin has been doing a pilgrimage around the Diocese this week, ‘praying for growth’ in each of our deaneries.
New Archdeacon of Worcester announced
Published: 27th July 2023Bishop John has announced that the Revd Canon Mark Badger is to be the next Archdeacon of Worcester.
Heritage Open Days 8-17 September 2023
Published: 27th July 2023If your church is planning to get involved in the Heritage Open Days this year, don’t forget to register on the website and join the 14 churches in the Diocese already signed up and planning a great range of activities. But be quick as it is the last chance to register this weekend!
Top Church's Worship Director releases CD
Published: 27th July 2023Dave Shaw, the Director of Worship at Top Church in Dudley, has produced a CD of music ahead of helping to lead the music team at the Walsingham Youth Pilgrimage next week.
Gathering the Mission Accompaniers
Published: 20th July 2023Mission Accompaniers supporting parishes across the Diocese gathered at All Saints in Worcester earlier this week for a day of learning, biblical reflection and to celebrate some of the things which have been achieved so far through the initiative.
Make the most of your fundraisers this summer
Published: 19th July 2023Summer events are key to building a community of Kingdom People, sharing your mission with your neighbours, and welcoming them into your church. Here we will explore effective strategies and creative ideas to help you make the most of your summer fundraisers.
Renewals Programme Manager Appointed
Published: 17th July 2023Nathan Conway has been appointed as Renewals Programme Manager, a post funded by the Church Commissioners and based out of Top Church, Dudley.
Celebrating different ministries
Published: 14th July 2023On 12 July, the deanery of Pershore & Evesham held a Celebration of Ministries Service at St Peter's, Bengeworth.
Flower festival is a huge success for St Denys Church
Published: 12th July 2023St Denys Church in Severn Stoke recently held its first ever flower festival to raise funds for a toilet and kitchenette.
Kidderminster church member awarded British Citizen Award
Published: 12th July 2023Heather Prangley, from Holy Innocents Church in Kidderminster, has been awarded the British Citizen Award (BCA), which recognises our nation’s most outstanding individuals and their achievements
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