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Please pray for the Diocese of Morogoro. Pray for Yona, midwife at Tunguli Health Centre, as he supports women’s groups, providing vital education on maternal and child health. Give thanks for the gift of a motorbike to provide outdoor clinics in more remote areas.
February 4, 2026 at 3:09 PM
Please pray for the Diocese of Morogoro. Pray for Yona, midwife at Tunguli Health Centre, as he supports women’s groups, providing vital education on maternal and child health. Give thanks for the gift of a motorbike to provide outdoor clinics in more remote areas.
At Elmley Castle with Bricklehampton & the Combertons, pray for families coming to Messy Church, the children and staff of Elmley Castle First School and the Open the Book team. For the witness of Christians in our villages, that we may be gently bold in telling our own stories of faith.
February 3, 2026 at 7:43 AM
At Elmley Castle with Bricklehampton & the Combertons, pray for families coming to Messy Church, the children and staff of Elmley Castle First School and the Open the Book team. For the witness of Christians in our villages, that we may be gently bold in telling our own stories of faith.
Please pray for energy in our small rural churches across Peopleton, White Ladies Aston, Upton Snodsbury and Broughton Hackett as we seek to promote God’s mission. For all lay leaders, existing congregations and seekers. Clergy: Claire Billington, Sarah Dangerfield, Emma Goldby.
February 2, 2026 at 6:59 AM
Please pray for energy in our small rural churches across Peopleton, White Ladies Aston, Upton Snodsbury and Broughton Hackett as we seek to promote God’s mission. For all lay leaders, existing congregations and seekers. Clergy: Claire Billington, Sarah Dangerfield, Emma Goldby.
Creator God, you plant seeds of faith in us. Water them with grace, and light them with love. Make us Kingdom People who nurture growth in others.
January 31, 2026 at 7:06 AM
Creator God, you plant seeds of faith in us. Water them with grace, and light them with love. Make us Kingdom People who nurture growth in others.
At this time of the year, when it is cold or wet, pray for those who work outside and for those who keep our vital services going through the winter. Offer thanks for those who put comfort or health at risk to provide us with the things we need or want, and in the service of others.
January 30, 2026 at 8:08 AM
At this time of the year, when it is cold or wet, pray for those who work outside and for those who keep our vital services going through the winter. Offer thanks for those who put comfort or health at risk to provide us with the things we need or want, and in the service of others.
Please pray for our shared Ministry throughout the Bowbrook Benefice. For our ALMs, the witness of our welcome helpers. Clergy: Richard Sandland, Paula Honniball, Sue Pollard, Dick Johnson, Chris Liley, Alma Organ. Readers: John Spencer, Yuki Johnson.
January 29, 2026 at 9:04 AM
Please pray for our shared Ministry throughout the Bowbrook Benefice. For our ALMs, the witness of our welcome helpers. Clergy: Richard Sandland, Paula Honniball, Sue Pollard, Dick Johnson, Chris Liley, Alma Organ. Readers: John Spencer, Yuki Johnson.
The Diocese of Peru is engaged in a process of pastorally rotating ministers, to bring clergy back into churches which have been vacant and to bring new ideas and direction after long incumbencies. Pray for those called to new roles and for the congregations at this time of change.
January 28, 2026 at 10:12 AM
The Diocese of Peru is engaged in a process of pastorally rotating ministers, to bring clergy back into churches which have been vacant and to bring new ideas and direction after long incumbencies. Pray for those called to new roles and for the congregations at this time of change.
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Join us in prayer today, on the Confirmation of Election of the Archbishop of Canterbury. 🙏
January 28, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Join us in prayer today, on the Confirmation of Election of the Archbishop of Canterbury. 🙏
The latest Pause for Thought from Rector of Dudley, James Treasure is part of a short series around Holocaust Memorial Day. James talks about a visit to a Holocaust survivor and the importance of remembering.
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Pause For Thought - James Treasure: "Remembering is a sacred act" - BBC Sounds
James Treasure on this week's theme 'Generation to Generation'.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:37 AM
The latest Pause for Thought from Rector of Dudley, James Treasure is part of a short series around Holocaust Memorial Day. James talks about a visit to a Holocaust survivor and the importance of remembering.
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
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It's never too early to have #ecumenical experiences!
Another inspiring story from the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
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Thank you to St Mary's Catholic Primary School @rcbirmingham.bsky.social and Rev Shellie @cofeworcester.bsky.social for sharing
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Another inspiring story from the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
cte.org.uk/class-visit-...
Thank you to St Mary's Catholic Primary School @rcbirmingham.bsky.social and Rev Shellie @cofeworcester.bsky.social for sharing
#wpcuwall #WPCU2026
January 27, 2026 at 8:55 AM
It's never too early to have #ecumenical experiences!
Another inspiring story from the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
cte.org.uk/class-visit-...
Thank you to St Mary's Catholic Primary School @rcbirmingham.bsky.social and Rev Shellie @cofeworcester.bsky.social for sharing
#wpcuwall #WPCU2026
Another inspiring story from the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
cte.org.uk/class-visit-...
Thank you to St Mary's Catholic Primary School @rcbirmingham.bsky.social and Rev Shellie @cofeworcester.bsky.social for sharing
#wpcuwall #WPCU2026
In the Bowbrook Group, pray for our Schools at Himbleton, Crowle, Tibberton and Hanbury and for Crowle Preschool; for our wonderful staff as they open God’s kindness to the children. Give thanks for the joy of young children in their exploration of Jesus’s stories, and for how much they teach us.
January 27, 2026 at 7:43 AM
In the Bowbrook Group, pray for our Schools at Himbleton, Crowle, Tibberton and Hanbury and for Crowle Preschool; for our wonderful staff as they open God’s kindness to the children. Give thanks for the joy of young children in their exploration of Jesus’s stories, and for how much they teach us.
In the Bowbrook Group, pray for our ministry and witness to God’s work centred around our eight churches at Hanbury, Stock and Bradley Green, Himbleton, Huddington, Crowle, Bredicot, Tibberton and Oddingley. Give thanks for our scattered rural communities where God’s grace is so abundantly at work.
January 26, 2026 at 7:51 AM
In the Bowbrook Group, pray for our ministry and witness to God’s work centred around our eight churches at Hanbury, Stock and Bradley Green, Himbleton, Huddington, Crowle, Bredicot, Tibberton and Oddingley. Give thanks for our scattered rural communities where God’s grace is so abundantly at work.
Holocaust Memorial Day takes (27 Jan) encourages remembrance in a world scarred by genocide. We lament the millions of victims of Nazi persecution, and victims of all genocides. Help us to work for a better future today. We pray for a day when all shall be free to live in peace, unity and love.
January 25, 2026 at 8:17 AM
Holocaust Memorial Day takes (27 Jan) encourages remembrance in a world scarred by genocide. We lament the millions of victims of Nazi persecution, and victims of all genocides. Help us to work for a better future today. We pray for a day when all shall be free to live in peace, unity and love.
Radiant Christ, reveal your glory within us. Transform our hearts by your presence. May we grow as Kingdom People, reflecting your light into a world longing for hope.
January 24, 2026 at 8:22 AM
Radiant Christ, reveal your glory within us. Transform our hearts by your presence. May we grow as Kingdom People, reflecting your light into a world longing for hope.
Please pray for ARCH Benefice. Give thanks for our ministry with young people and schools, and pastoral care across our communities. Please pray for us that we may be attuned to what God is calling us towards, and that we shall be equipped by the Holy Spirit.
January 23, 2026 at 8:39 AM
Please pray for ARCH Benefice. Give thanks for our ministry with young people and schools, and pastoral care across our communities. Please pray for us that we may be attuned to what God is calling us towards, and that we shall be equipped by the Holy Spirit.
Pray for ARCH Benefice. Give thanks for collaboration during the vacancy, the arrival of Revd Glenn, and the appointment of Caroline and Andy as SSM Associate Priests. Please pray for this new and exciting time in the life of our enlarged benefice and for all who serve in their varied ministries.
January 22, 2026 at 7:22 AM
Pray for ARCH Benefice. Give thanks for collaboration during the vacancy, the arrival of Revd Glenn, and the appointment of Caroline and Andy as SSM Associate Priests. Please pray for this new and exciting time in the life of our enlarged benefice and for all who serve in their varied ministries.
Church of the Ascension, Wall Heath hosts ‘Soul Food’ every other Tuesday evening . This New Worshipping Community offers a more informal style of church with a different theme each week. In their last session before Christmas they explored ‘joy and connection’, filling shoeboxes for local people.
Soul Food NWC demonstrates the value of connection in Wall Heath - Diocese of Worcester
Church of the Ascension in Wall Heath host ‘Soul Food’ NWC every other Tuesday evening from 5pm. In their last session before Christmas the theme was ‘joy and connection’. As well as discussing this t...
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January 21, 2026 at 9:17 AM
Church of the Ascension, Wall Heath hosts ‘Soul Food’ every other Tuesday evening . This New Worshipping Community offers a more informal style of church with a different theme each week. In their last session before Christmas they explored ‘joy and connection’, filling shoeboxes for local people.
Pray for all facing debt following Christmas and now receiving demands for payment – be it through credit cards or loan companies – that they may find ways of managing their debt. Pray for local projects, their staff and volunteers, supporting those in debt, for wisdom and sensitivity in their work.
January 21, 2026 at 8:24 AM
Pray for all facing debt following Christmas and now receiving demands for payment – be it through credit cards or loan companies – that they may find ways of managing their debt. Pray for local projects, their staff and volunteers, supporting those in debt, for wisdom and sensitivity in their work.
Enjoy extended highlights from Bishop Hugh’s Welcome Service, capturing the beautiful music, uplifting liturgy, and the spirit of celebration that filled the day.
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Bishop Hugh's Welcome Service
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January 20, 2026 at 1:17 PM
Enjoy extended highlights from Bishop Hugh’s Welcome Service, capturing the beautiful music, uplifting liturgy, and the spirit of celebration that filled the day.
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What a day! Hundreds from across the Diocese filled Worcester Cathedral on Saturday to welcome Hugh Nelson as our new Bishop of Worcester.
Enjoy this short taster of the service — and keep an eye out for the full highlights video coming soon.
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Enjoy this short taster of the service — and keep an eye out for the full highlights video coming soon.
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Welcome Service Highlights (2 Minute)
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January 20, 2026 at 9:45 AM
What a day! Hundreds from across the Diocese filled Worcester Cathedral on Saturday to welcome Hugh Nelson as our new Bishop of Worcester.
Enjoy this short taster of the service — and keep an eye out for the full highlights video coming soon.
vimeo.com/1156220144
Enjoy this short taster of the service — and keep an eye out for the full highlights video coming soon.
vimeo.com/1156220144
Give thanks for all who so generously serve churches and our communities in Pershore & Evesham Deanery. Please pray for our outreach to new residents especially in larger-scale developments. Deanery Leadership: Sarah Dangerfield, Jack Hegarty, Jackie Knight, Robin Lunn, Ian Perry, Alison Sandham.
January 20, 2026 at 7:15 AM
Give thanks for all who so generously serve churches and our communities in Pershore & Evesham Deanery. Please pray for our outreach to new residents especially in larger-scale developments. Deanery Leadership: Sarah Dangerfield, Jack Hegarty, Jackie Knight, Robin Lunn, Ian Perry, Alison Sandham.
On the feast day for St Wulfstan, we pray: Lord God, who raised up Wulfstan to be a bishop among your people and a leader of your Church: help us, after his example, to live simply, to work diligently and to make your kingdom known.
January 19, 2026 at 8:05 AM
On the feast day for St Wulfstan, we pray: Lord God, who raised up Wulfstan to be a bishop among your people and a leader of your Church: help us, after his example, to live simply, to work diligently and to make your kingdom known.
What an amazing afternoon we had in the Cathedral yesterday welcoming our new Bishop of Worcester, Bishop Hugh! You can find details of the service, all the photos and a transcript of the sermon on the diocesan website. Highlights film will follow! www.cofe-worcester.org.uk/news/welcomi...
Welcoming Bishop Hugh - Diocese of Worcester
Hundreds of people from across Worcestershire and Dudley gathered in Worcester Cathedral on Saturday to welcome Hugh Nelson to the Diocese as the 114th Bishop of Worcester.
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January 18, 2026 at 10:28 AM
What an amazing afternoon we had in the Cathedral yesterday welcoming our new Bishop of Worcester, Bishop Hugh! You can find details of the service, all the photos and a transcript of the sermon on the diocesan website. Highlights film will follow! www.cofe-worcester.org.uk/news/welcomi...
After discovering mantra & the Jesus Prayer, this month we turn to Fr John Main’s one-word prayer: maranatha. Whisper it with the breath, ma-ra-na-tha, giving each syllable full attention. When the mind wanders, pause & begin again. Let sound lead into silence. www.cofe-worcester.org.uk/prayer-diary
January 18, 2026 at 8:14 AM
After discovering mantra & the Jesus Prayer, this month we turn to Fr John Main’s one-word prayer: maranatha. Whisper it with the breath, ma-ra-na-tha, giving each syllable full attention. When the mind wanders, pause & begin again. Let sound lead into silence. www.cofe-worcester.org.uk/prayer-diary
Today Bishop Hugh Nelson is welcomed as the 114th Bishop of Worcester. We thank you Lord for calling your servant Hugh to join us. We also give thanks for all who have been involved in organising today’s service of welcome and pray for those across the Diocese who will come to take part.
January 17, 2026 at 8:08 AM
Today Bishop Hugh Nelson is welcomed as the 114th Bishop of Worcester. We thank you Lord for calling your servant Hugh to join us. We also give thanks for all who have been involved in organising today’s service of welcome and pray for those across the Diocese who will come to take part.