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Second round of Culture Recovery Fund announced

From Thursday 7 January, applications are being accepted for listed church buildings to receive financial support from the CRF for grants between £10,000 and £3m

An update on the financial challenges facing the diocese and our parishes

In response to recent reports about the financial challenges we face, Bishop Graham has written in the EDP about the extraordinary times we continue to live in and our calling to care for others and to support those individuals and communities who are struggling.

Goodbox launches new stand – funding still available

Goodbox, the contactless payments provider, has now launched a new stand which is compatible with their Gbx mini device which many churches are using, allowing PCCs a more flexible option for accepting contactless donations.

Business Support Packages – Is your PCC eligible?

The government has announced two new support packages that may be applicable to parishes, being the Local Restrictions Support Grant and the Additional Restrictions Grant.

All Saints Beighton celebrates restoration project

On Sunday 4 October, All Saints Beighton welcomed Bishop Alan to conduct a service celebrating the completion of the Restoration and Improvements Project. Kate Ashcroft, PCC Treasurer of All Saints, has told us all about the project.

Write to your MP to save vital churches grant scheme

The Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme (LPWGS), is currently under review as to whether it should continue or come to an end in early 2021.

Tri-harder for recent fundraiser

Harry Steele Churchwarden for Baconsthorpe shares their benefice's team effort for the recent Norwich Churches Bike Ride event.

Vicar to run, swim, and cycle for Norfolk Churches Trust bike ride

The Revd David Longe of the Matlaske Benefice is taking on a triathlon to raise money for churches in his benefice and the Norfolk Churches Trust as part of their sponsored bike ride on Saturday 12 September.

Shirley’s big splash

Shirley Buxton has been swimming lengths at the pool to raise money for the Julian Centre in Norwich, the house for the Julian Reference Library and shop next to St Julian's Church. Shirley explains, including information on how to sponsor her.

Diocese launches online giving for all churches

Visitors to the Diocese of Norwich's website can now make donations which will be allocated to the church they choose.

Supporting our life together despite the financial impact of COVID-19

Writing in the latest edition of PCC News, the Bishop of Norwich has spoken about the financial impact of COVID-19 and the challenges of sustaining generous giving and Parish Share.

Friends of Norwich Cathedral celebrate 90th anniversary

For nine decades the Friends of Norwich Cathedral have been true champions of the historic landmark, and the group’s anniversary will be celebrated with a special digital service to be published on the Norwich Cathedral Services YouTube Channel on Sunday 17 May.