Catalyst to new encounters
Published on: 27th April 2023"When pioneers gather together, we can feel the collective energy in the room and gain a sense that the church would do well to utilise this irrepressible force for change."
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Remembering Philip Wilcocks, Lay Chair Bishop's Council
Published on: 20th April 2023Philip's commitment to service in all areas of his life reflected his quiet and deeply held Christian faith. Despite his recent ill health, he remained committed to prayer and regularly encouraged others. He played a huge role in shaping the Church of England across the Diocese of Hereford, and I am privileged to have known him. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.
Maundy Money 2023 recipients announced
Published on: 5th April 2023We are delighted to confirm that Mrs Susan Lewis and Mr Tristram Jenkins from Hereford Diocese are this year’s recipients of Maundy Money. This year King Charles will hand out maundy money for the first time as a monarch. The service will take place on Thursday, 6 April, at York Minster.
Revd Joe Simons is announced as the next Mission Enabler (Society)
Published on: 5th April 2023We are delighted to confirm the appointment of The Revd Joe Simons who will be joining the team in Hereford Diocese. He will take up his role as Mission Enabler (Society) in July. This is a significant appointment for the team in the Diocese, which serves the Church of England in Herefordshire and South Shropshire.
Revd Steve Hollinghurst is announced as the next Mission Enabler (Environment)
Published on: 28th March 2023We are delighted to confirm the appointment of The Revd Steve Hollinghurst who will be joining the team in Hereford Diocese. He will take up his role as Mission Enabler (Environment) in May This is a significant appointment for the team in the Diocese, which serves the Church of England in Herefordshire and South Shropshire.
Emily represents General Synod at Buckingham Palace
Published on: 22nd March 2023Emily Hill was selected to represent the General Synod of The Church of England in the Presentation of Loyal Addresses by privileged bodies at Buckingham Palace.
Ten new Local Worship Leaders in Bromyard deanery
Published on: 16th March 202310 new local worship leaders from benefices across Bromyard deanery, having trained together on a course. They are the first group of Local Worship Leaders to be commissioned in the diocese
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Celebrating International Women's Day 2023
Published on: 8th March 2023To mark this day, we asked a number of female colleagues and a male colleague and ally to reflect on a woman of their choice from the Bible who inspires them in their faith and ministry.
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Pop-up Café brings community together
Published on: 6th March 2023A rural church in Bodenham is offering local people a space to meet and chat every month.
Appointments and Departures Q1 2023
Published on: 28th February 2023News from Hereford Diocese of the latest appointments and departures - Jan - Mar 2023