Rachel
@rachelcramp.bsky.social
Wife, mother, grandmother and Licensed Lay Minister in Worcestershire
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Really important motion @synod next month addressing the degradation and dis endowment of the local church by current parish funding models & effects upon morale, vocations & the ability of the church to be fulfil our historic mission to the nation. www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
Church Commissioners asked to transfer billions of assets to fund clergy stipends
A £2.6-BILLION transfer of assets from the Church Commissioners to diocesan stipend funds, to be use...
www.churchtimes.co.uk
January 27, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Really important motion @synod next month addressing the degradation and dis endowment of the local church by current parish funding models & effects upon morale, vocations & the ability of the church to be fulfil our historic mission to the nation. www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
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Have you been wondering what's happening with our Vacancy in See process to appoint the next Bishop of Worcester? The Crown Nominations Commission have met for the first time in January. Read more about our members and what happens next on our website: www.cofe-worcester.org.uk/news/whats-h...
What's happening with the Vacancy in See - Diocese of Worcester
During January the members of the Crown Nominations Commission who will appoint our new Bishop met together to continue to take forward the process.
www.cofe-worcester.org.uk
January 24, 2025 at 11:49 AM
Have you been wondering what's happening with our Vacancy in See process to appoint the next Bishop of Worcester? The Crown Nominations Commission have met for the first time in January. Read more about our members and what happens next on our website: www.cofe-worcester.org.uk/news/whats-h...
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Bishop Martin, in his role as Acting Bishop of Worcester, has announced that four people from across the Diocese have been appointed as Honorary Canons in the Cathedral. The College of Canons met together earlier this week to share worship and fellowship. Read all about it on our website.
New Honorary Canons appointed - Diocese of Worcester
Bishop Martin, in his role as Acting Bishop of Worcester, has announced that four people from across the Diocese have been appointed as Honorary Canons in the Cathedral.
www.cofe-worcester.org.uk
January 24, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Bishop Martin, in his role as Acting Bishop of Worcester, has announced that four people from across the Diocese have been appointed as Honorary Canons in the Cathedral. The College of Canons met together earlier this week to share worship and fellowship. Read all about it on our website.
Any Godly Play practitioners on here?
January 23, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Any Godly Play practitioners on here?
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The Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme has been extended for one year only and capped at £23 million. Individual places of worship are eligible for a maximum of £25,000.
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
Listed Places of Worship Grant scheme extended for one year
MPs call on Government to make the scheme permanent
www.churchtimes.co.uk
January 22, 2025 at 5:44 PM
The Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme has been extended for one year only and capped at £23 million. Individual places of worship are eligible for a maximum of £25,000.
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
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Helios - Liverpool Cathedral, Friday 4th April to Friday 9th May 2025
#LiverpoolCathedral has just announced it will be the first cathedral to host #Helios, the newest touring artwork inspired by the sun, by British artist, @lukejerram.bsky.social
www.englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/...
#LiverpoolCathedral has just announced it will be the first cathedral to host #Helios, the newest touring artwork inspired by the sun, by British artist, @lukejerram.bsky.social
www.englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/...
Liverpool Cathedral - Helios, Luke Jerram - The Association of English Cathedrals
Liverpool Cathedral has announced it will be the first cathedral to host Helios, the newest touring artwork by renowned British artist, Luke Jerram.
www.englishcathedrals.co.uk
January 22, 2025 at 9:10 AM
Helios - Liverpool Cathedral, Friday 4th April to Friday 9th May 2025
#LiverpoolCathedral has just announced it will be the first cathedral to host #Helios, the newest touring artwork inspired by the sun, by British artist, @lukejerram.bsky.social
www.englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/...
#LiverpoolCathedral has just announced it will be the first cathedral to host #Helios, the newest touring artwork inspired by the sun, by British artist, @lukejerram.bsky.social
www.englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/...
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"Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into a friend." - Martin Luther King. A great quote, always relevant. #MondayMotivation #MartinLutherKingJrDay
martin luther king jr. is standing in front of a microphone giving a speech .
ALT: martin luther king jr. is standing in front of a microphone giving a speech .
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January 20, 2025 at 1:58 PM
"Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into a friend." - Martin Luther King. A great quote, always relevant. #MondayMotivation #MartinLutherKingJrDay
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The Bishop's Adviser for Healing Ministry, Christine Holzapfel recommends this free lecture on 30 January: 'Restorative Presence: Creating Spaces of Belonging and Paths to Healing'. More details here: gohealth.org.uk/shop/dd2025/
January 15, 2025 at 9:30 AM
The Bishop's Adviser for Healing Ministry, Christine Holzapfel recommends this free lecture on 30 January: 'Restorative Presence: Creating Spaces of Belonging and Paths to Healing'. More details here: gohealth.org.uk/shop/dd2025/
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In this video Archdeacon Mark reflects on the power of gratitude. Taking a moment each day to appreciate simple joys—like family or morning coffee—can boost mental health, build resilience, and strengthen relationships. Gratitude is deeply rooted in faith and scripture.
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vimeo.com/1047428693
Mark Badger (16 January 2025)
In this week's video reflection, Mark Badger, the Archdeacon of Worcester explores the transformative power of gratitude and counting your blessings. By taking…
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January 16, 2025 at 10:30 AM
In this video Archdeacon Mark reflects on the power of gratitude. Taking a moment each day to appreciate simple joys—like family or morning coffee—can boost mental health, build resilience, and strengthen relationships. Gratitude is deeply rooted in faith and scripture.
vimeo.com/1047428693
vimeo.com/1047428693
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Hope: The Autobiography by Pope Francis review – the gospel according to…
Hope: The Autobiography by Pope Francis review – the gospel according to…
The first ever memoir by a living pope reveals a warm, emotionally intelligent man who loves football and ‘cutting-edge’ cinema – but skates over the more controversial parts of his career
Popes seldom lack a platform or a pulpit, so they have had little…
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January 19, 2025 at 7:51 AM
Hope: The Autobiography by Pope Francis review – the gospel according to…
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What we lived through in Kyiv in the early hours of the morning today.
Sound on.
Sound on.
January 18, 2025 at 7:25 PM
What we lived through in Kyiv in the early hours of the morning today.
Sound on.
Sound on.
The Holy Island of Lindisfarne -beautiful
January 17, 2025 at 5:51 PM
The Holy Island of Lindisfarne -beautiful
For those who long for sunny days … St John the Baptist Church, Claines, Worcester
January 17, 2025 at 5:04 PM
For those who long for sunny days … St John the Baptist Church, Claines, Worcester
The weekend approaches, so on the list Café Church prep, Youth Group, and get ready for Monday’s school assembly and Godly Play - phew!
January 17, 2025 at 12:23 PM
The weekend approaches, so on the list Café Church prep, Youth Group, and get ready for Monday’s school assembly and Godly Play - phew!
Hello Bluesky, hello everyone - any other Lay Ministers on yet?
January 16, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Hello Bluesky, hello everyone - any other Lay Ministers on yet?