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Gathering the Mission Accompaniers

Published: 20th July 2023

Mission 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.

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Make the most of your fundraisers this summer

Published: 19th July 2023

Summer 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.  

Bishampton summer fete

Renewals Programme Manager Appointed

Published: 17th July 2023

Nathan Conway has been appointed as Renewals Programme Manager, a post funded by the Church Commissioners and based out of Top Church, Dudley.

Nathan Conway (Top Church)

Celebrating different ministries

Published: 14th July 2023

On 12 July, the deanery of Pershore & Evesham held a Celebration of Ministries Service at St Peter's, Bengeworth.

Celebration of Ministries in Pershore & Evesham

Flower festival is a huge success for St Denys Church

Published: 12th July 2023

St Denys Church in Severn Stoke recently held its first ever flower festival to raise funds for a toilet and kitchenette.

Flower Show

Kidderminster church member awarded British Citizen Award

Published: 12th July 2023

Heather 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

Heather Prangley Award

Diocesan Synod motion presented to General Synod

Published: 10th July 2023

On Saturday afternoon, the Worcester Diocesan Synod Motion on the contribution of faith to the rehabilitation of offenders was presented to General Synod in York.

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Launch of Praying for Growth

Published: 7th July 2023

On Wednesday afternoon we gathered at Worcester Cathedral to launch a dedicated period of prayer that churches in our diocese will grow both spiritually and numerically over the coming years.

Praying for Growth launch in cathedral, high altar

New access ramp at St Edmund's Church, Dudley

Published: 7th July 2023

On Sunday afternoon, 2 July members of the congregation and friends gathered for the official opening of a new ramp at St Edmund’s Church in Dudley.

Opening the Ramp at St Edmund, Dudley

15 people ordained as Deacon/ Priest over the weekend

Published: 2nd July 2023

15 candidates were ordained over the weekend to serve in parishes across the Diocese.


Visit from our German partners

Published: 29th June 2023

Over the last few days, we've had visitors from our partnership link with the Evangelische Kirche in Mitteldeutschland (EKM).


Have you considered becoming a workplace chaplain?

Published: 28th June 2023

Across the Diocese, churches are extending their mission through workplace chaplaincy. Watch a short film from Faith at Work in Worcestershire introducing some of our chaplains.


Schools visit Malvern Priory for 'Lifepath'.

Published: 27th June 2023

At Great Malvern Priory last week over 600 children from 19 primary schools experienced ‘Lifepath’.  With one school travelling from Shropshire to take part!


Fladbury Walkabout

Published: 22nd June 2023

This year’s ‘Fladbury Walkabout’ take place on 1 and 2 July. The Walkabout is over 40 years old and is an annual village event, raising money for Fladbury Church and other village organisations.


Exchanging experiences with curates in Germany

Published: 15th June 2023

Last month, three of our curates – Mel Beynon, Richard Sandland and James Williams visited our partner diocese in central Germany as part of a ‘curate exchange’.


Becky Elliot appointed as new Dean of Women’s Ministry

Published: 14th June 2023

The Revd Becky Elliot, Vicar of Holy Trinity and St James in Malvern has been appointed as the new Dean of Women’s Ministry, a post she will hold alongside her parish role.


Over £4m given through the Parish Giving Scheme

Published: 13th June 2023

Churches across the Diocese have now received over £4 million in regular gifts through the Parish Giving Scheme (PGS) since it launched in 2019. 


River-themed activities at the Church Tent

Published: 12th June 2023

Create some river art, see the ‘Our Lady of the Wye’ statue, listen to music and enjoy homemade cake or panini at this year’s Church Tent at the Three Counties Show.


Celebrating the Holy Spirit with bubbles!

Published: 5th June 2023

Bishop Martin was at Great Malvern Priory on Pentecost Sunday and enjoyed being showered with bubbles by the children to represent the Holy Spirit!


New Warden for Holland House

Published: 5th June 2023

Helen Stanton has been appointed as the new Warden for Holland House, the Retreat and Conference Centre based in Cropthorne, near Pershore.

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Celebrating learning disabilities

24th July 2025

A service to celebrate Learning Disability Week was held at Cookley Sports Club on 22 June at 3pm in conjunction with St Peter’s Church. Cookley.

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