Diocese of Worcester

News from the diocese of Worcester. The diocese covers most of Worcestershire, as well as a few parishes in Wolverhampton, Sandwell, and northern Gloucestershire.

For current vacancies in the diocese visit: Jobs in the diocese of Worcester

Photo story: Celebrations

Anna Drew, Southwark Diocesan Director of Communications, was ordained deacon on Saturday in Rochester Cathedral, the same day as her father, Canon Gordon Oliver, who has also served in Rochester diocese, celebrated his golden jubilee of priesthood

06 Oct 2023

General Synod digest: Faith and forgiveness considered in prisons motion from Worcester

THE contribution of faith to the rehabilitation of offenders was the subject of a motion from Worcester diocesan synod which was vigorously debated at the General Synod on Saturday afternoon

14 Jul 2023

Letters to the Editor

Pastoral Measure disappointment; Resource churches and the parochial system; Application of Pastoral Principles in court; Anti-Semitism definition and its impact on debate; More to life than a rota; Faith in the City’s continuing work through CUF; Big conservation area

07 Jul 2023

Millions of pounds are allocated to mission in dioceses

28 Mar 2023

Grave may be opened to retrieve jewellery, chancellor rules

13 Jan 2023

Same-sex marriage: Bishops of Worcester and Dudley next to go public

04 Nov 2022

Petertide ordinations: A calling to be with God

08 Jul 2022

Dioceses join the latest tranche to disinvest from fossil-fuel companies

05 Jul 2022

UK news in brief

07 Jan 2022

Parishioner’s book raises funds for work with children

17 Dec 2021

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10 Sep 2021

Mixed Ecology Church: the shock of the new

09 Jul 2021

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Appointments

Collaborative Ministry Lead: Foundations

South West

The Diocese of Gloucester is looking for a flexible and holistic thinker who care passionately about nurturing leaders who will share the good news of Jesus Christ and make disciples in all our varied contexts.

Ecumenical officer

North West

The Synod wishes to appoint an Officer who will support and facilitate the churches of the North Western Synod in their relationships with one another and coordinate forward looking relations with ecumenical partners.

Evangelism and Witness Priority Coordinator

London and Home Counties

Evangelism and Witness is one of the three stated priorities of the 105th Archbishop of Canterbury.

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Diocese of Worcester

Photo story: Celebrations

General Synod digest: Faith and forgiveness considered in prisons motion from Worcester

Letters to the Editor

Millions of pounds are allocated to mission in dioceses

Grave may be opened to retrieve jewellery, chancellor rules

Same-sex marriage: Bishops of Worcester and Dudley next to go public

Petertide ordinations: A calling to be with God

Dioceses join the latest tranche to disinvest from fossil-fuel companies

UK news in brief

Parishioner’s book raises funds for work with children

‘Focal’. ‘Oversight’. The C of E of the future

Mixed Ecology Church: the shock of the new

Most Popular

Prayers of Love and Faith commended, despite final HTB plea

Nominations Commission fails to agree a candidate for Bishop of Carlisle

Blessing prayers used for the first time for same-sex couples

No, Rwanda is not a safe country

C of E should embrace its place on the margins

BBC departs in peace after climate protesters disrupt Chichester evensong

Andy Croft cleared to return to ministry, but resigns as Soul Survivor’s pastor

Prayers of Love and Faith commended, despite final HTB plea

‘Squid Vicar’ does not stand still in pastoral situation

What do you get for an £88k parish share?

Job of the Week

Secretary General

Scotland

Appointments

Collaborative Ministry Lead: Foundations

South West

Ecumenical officer

North West

Evangelism and Witness Priority Coordinator

London and Home Counties

Top Feature

Humbugs are dished up regularly over centuries

Top Comment

Christmas is a reminder that in-person matters

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