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Maundy Thursday Chrism Eucharist at Norwich Cathedral

People from all over the Diocese came together in Norwich Cathedral to join in with the Maundy Thursday Chrism Eucharist.

Easter Saturday fun returns to the Mag in Gorleston

Easter Saturday promises to be a fun afternoon for the community on the Magdalen Estate in Gorleston, as St Mary Magdalene Church's community Easter egg hunt returns for its second year.

Focus On: The Mitre Benefice

Hazel Horspole gives an insight into this Norwich city benefice whose motto is to "connect with God, connect with each other, connect with the world."

Pub venue for lent group

This week Poringland and Framingham Earl Churches' Together held one of their Lent Bible study groups in the Royal Oak pub.

Training & learning opportunities

Frugal Innovation & the Church - how to do more with less

Thu 2 May 2019 in Norwich

This day will introduce the ideas behind Frugal Innovation, show examples of how it has transformed lives, and help us discover what we can do in our own contexts.

Learning to Dream Again: Rediscovering the Heart of God

Tue 7 May 2019 in New Catton, Norwich

The Revd Dr Sam Wells, Vicar of St Martin in the Fields has agreed to visit Norwich for a special session based on his book 'Learning to Dream Again: Rediscovering the Heart of God.'

Kids & Youth Workers Training Day

Sat 11 May 2019 in Ashill, Thetford

An annual training day organised in partnership with New Wine, Mid Norfolk Kidz Klub and the Diocese of Norwich. It is a day that aims to encourage and equip church workers and volunteers from across the Eastern Region.

Chaplaincy in Schools Training Day

Tue 14 May 2019 in New Catton, Norwich

A day exploring the role of Chaplaincy in Secondary Schools and Further Education Colleges and the effectiveness of working with young people through the appointment of a designated Chaplain.

Support & resources

The digital pulpit: how can we talk about God online?

Dannie Hancock explores electric evangelism and offers some top tips.

Resources for difficult questions

Jonathan Richardson shares a range of helpful resources to facilitate difficult conversations with teenagers.

Book reviews - faith and politics

A selection of books on the theme of faith and politics, reviewed by Steve Foyster of Revelation bookshop.

Further ideas on faith and politics

A range of resources for further exploration of the theme of the Spring 2019 issue of The Magazine, on faith and politics.

News

Good Friday Passion Play in city-centre shopping square

Hundreds gathered in the bright afternoon sunshine under the glass canopy of Anglia Square in Norwich on Good Friday to witness the medieval tradition of the church using street theatre to tell stories from the Bible.

How will you be supporting the Archdeacon's Charge?

We can see from the stories below how parishes have been able to earn easy money for their church funds or church schools by taking part in the walk or run.

The Revd Canon Andrew Beane appointed as the new Archdeacon of Exeter

The Revd Andrew's new ministry will be inaugurated at a special service in Ottery St Mary on Thursday 12 September.

A Norwich evening pilgrimage on Maundy Thursday

Norwich Cathedral and various City Centre Churches will be the venues for The Maundy Thursday City Centre Watch.