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Find encouraging stories to share as we seek to live together pastorally


The Bishop’s Lent Appeal
The Bishop's Lent Appeal 2023 will help to raise money for the new Priscilla Bacon Lodge building in memory of The Venerable Ian Bentley.


Lent & Easter
Lent and Easter are an important part of the Christian calendar. Useful resources can be found on the Church of England website.
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RE for ECTs
With Chris Allen
These two sessions are designed especially for those new to teaching RE in primary schools and academies. In the first session, we will explore the purpose of RE, RE as a multi-disciplinary subject and how to teach it effectively using an enquiry-based approach. The second session will focus on practical strategies for the classroom, whilst supporting your growing subject knowledge. Teachers on PGCE, SCITT or School Direct programmes are also welcome.
- 15 September 2022 (session 1)
- 9 March 2023 (session 2)
Cost: £150 (both sessions)
Audience: ECTs in ALL schools (Community, Church of England and Academies)

Online discipleship: Intro to the Old Testament
How can you tackle the Old Testament in a few hours of learning? For a start, focus on what helps to understand the Christian Gospel via an online course working with others at times that suit you.

Hot Spot Coffee Mornings
A regular weekly drop in coffee morning for hot drinks, cake, chat and a warm welcome in a warm church.

Introducing Anna Chaplaincy for older people
Debbie Thrower the founder of Anna Chaplaincy is coming to the diocese to answer questions about the role of Anna Chaplaincy in the church today.

Ways of Assessing RE – Substantive Knowledge and Ways of Knowing
With Chris Allen