Who we are
We are the Church of England in Norfolk & Waveney - a Christian presence in every community.
Supporting churches
We provide resources, training and practical advice for all who serve in our churches.
Supporting schools
We enrich, serve and support over a hundred Church Schools and Academies.
Supporting people
We equip people through training and development to serve their church and community.
Your stories
Upper Sheringham Bells on their way to Dorset!
Sue Morton, Project Coordinator for Upper Sheringham Bell Appeal gives an update on the project.
Bishop Jonathan's Prayer Pilgrimage to Loddon Deanery
On 2 July the Bishop of Lynn, the Rt Revd Jonathan Meyrick, visited the Loddon Deanery, continuing the Bishops' Prayer Pilgrimages.
It's Beane a blast - saying farewell to Revd Canon Andrew Beane
The community of Aylsham are throwing a one-day festival on Sunday 28 July to say thank you and farewell to their Rector, Revd Canon Andrew Beane, as he prepares to take up a new post as the Archdeacon of Exeter in Devon.
Arron's ration challenge to support Syrian refugees
One of the Activity Instructors at the Horstead Centre, Arron Fisk, has been raising money for Syrian Refugees by undertaking a sponsored ration challenge. Centre Manager Josie Barnett tells us more.
Training & learning opportunities
Royal School of Church Music International Summer School
Mon 5 Aug 2019 - Sun 11 Aug 2019 in Ditchingham
A wonderful week experiencing worship music with top tuition from inspirational leaders in the lovely surroundings of Belsey Bridge on the border of Norfolk with Suffolk. Includes excursions.
Bible Comes to Life
Thu 15 Aug 2019 - Sun 18 Aug 2019 in Norwich
Bible Comes to Life is an immersive learning experience which is great fun for people of all ages. It is a great way to engage with the Bible and learn more about Jesus' Jewish culture.
Lowestoft Living Word 2019
Tue 10 Sep 2019 - Thu 12 Sep 2019
Lowestoft Living Word is a Bible week that happens every September for local churches and is hosted at Christ Church. Refreshments and exhibitions in the Church Halls afterwards.
Resourcing Your Parish
Tue 17 Sep 2019
Resourcing your Parish is an exhibition with bookable workshops for all those involved in parish ministry.
Support & resources
New online maintenance service launched by National Churches Trust
The National Churches Trust (NCT) have launched a new online service called MaintenanceBooker.
Book review: Out of Control - couples, conflict and the capacity for change
The Revd Matthew Hutton reviews this recent publication on domestic violence from a Christian faith perspective.
The Kaleidoscope Tour - Booking now for Autumn 2019
Riding Lights is booking now for their Autumn Tour 2019 Kaleidoscope, featuring their brand new show - BREAKING GROUND.
Promoting your service or event on social media - before, during and after
A clear and simple approach to social media can go a long way to building anticipation and excitement for your service or event and reach more people with an invitation to come along.
News
Prayers for Papua New Guinea
Earlier this week it was reported that at least 24 people have died in a tribal massacre in Papua New Guinea.
One Big Day for Children, Youth and Families Ministry
If you are involved in work with children and young people in your church or local school then there is one date you should have in your diary this year.
General Synod votes to adopt Covenant on Clergy Care and Well-Being
The General Synod of the Church of England has voted overwhelmingly in support of a new deal to co-ordinate and improve the approach to the care and well-being of clergy.
Parish Share reports for June 2019
The detailed Parish Share reports for the period to the 30 June 2019 are now available on the Diocesan website (in addition to Parish Share Online which can be accessed daily if you have a login and password).