Video Library
Diocesan Discipleship and Lay Training Officer, Doug Chaplin, reflects on how his hobby, photography, helps him learn how to slow down, see and wonder at the art, beauty and glory of creation
Bishop John, who as a child and adult has learned what major loss and bereavement is like, reflects on the losses of Covid19 and prays that people may find God's blessing in loss.
Jonathan Kimber reflects on how life and faith, like music, can become richer when we learn to embrace the discordant, jarring and difficult notes in a larger harmony.
The Archdeacon of Dudley reminds us of the importance of slowing down over August, to be still, be present and be restored and enjoy the "rhythms of grace".
John Preston thanks people and parishes for their generosity in these difficult times, and encourages everyone to consider how their money makes an active difference.
Bishop John encourages people as the emerge from lockdown, to find some opportunities for real rest and refreshment, as he muses on a verse from the prophet Isaiah.
Mark Carter, Church Buildings Officer, offers support for parishes in the diocese as we think afresh about our church buildings as we start to unlock them.
Robert Jones, Archdeacon of Worcester, reminds us to hold on to the importance of love among the uncertainties of coming out of lockdown.
Alison Maddocks, Stewardship Officer in the Diocese of Worcester, reflects on the discovery that most British people really value authenticity and generosity.
Due to the postponement of the ordinations, this week our new deacons were licensed to their parishes as Lay Ministers. In today's video, Bishop Martin names each of the candidates and encourages everyone to keep them in their prayers. It is hoped that the ordinations will now happen on 26/27 September.
