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In his Easter message, Bishop Martin reflects on his pilgrimage to the Holy Land. He shares the experience of entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the site believed to be Jesus’ tomb, and hearing the profound words in his mind: “He is not here. He is risen!” Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and blessed Easter! May the hope of the risen Christ fill your heart with peace and renewal. He is risen indeed – Hallelujah!
Bishop Martin encourages us to use Lent as a time to reset and refocus on God through prayer, fasting, and acts of kindness. He suggests taking time to pray using the Daily Prayer app or Lectio 365, fasting by giving something up or taking a digital detox, and showing kindness by supporting our Lent Appeal for the Bible College in Morogoro, which funds scholarships for future church leaders. Join us in following Bishop Martin’s call to prayer, fasting, and generosity this Lent. Please give generously. www.cofe-worcester.org.uk/lent-appeal
Bishop John’s Lent Appeal this year will be for the Friends of the Holy Land.
Bishop John’s Lent Appeal in 2023 will be for the Anglican Diocese of Peru. As a country, Peru has had a very turbulent few years. It had one of the world’s highest Covid mortality rates and has experienced considerable political unrest. Strict lockdowns and the financial implications have had a major impact on the Anglican Church. Paying stipends has been difficult, leading to many clergy having to have additional jobs. These pressures have naturally limited what can be done in terms of ministry and mission in poor areas experiencing multiple problems. Our support helps them in these difficult times. To read more and to make a donation, please visit: www.cofe-worcester.org.uk/bishop-johns-lent-appeal-2023.php
Racial Justice Sunday is on 12 February this year. It offers an opportunity for all churches to reflect on the importance of racial justice, to give thanks for diversity, and to commit to end racism and acts of discrimination.
A Christmas message from Bishop John. "God came to us as a child to show us the depths of his love. My hope and prayer this #Christmas is that you will be embraced by that love and that you’ll be given the will and the means to share that love in your life."
Bishop John on the life and death of HM the Queen, recorded on 9 September 2022 outside Worcester Cathedral.
An Easter message from the Bishop of Worcester
Bishop John’s Lent Appeal for this year will raise money for our partner diocese of Morogoro in Tanzania.
Bishop Martin's New Year message for 2022.
