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SUMMARY:Deep Waters
DESCRIPTION:People often have complex emotional responses to the climate crisis\, including grief\, anger\, blame\, and many others. Deep Waters aims to help people navigate these responses through a Christian lens of love\, wisdom\, and justice\, and to lead people into a place of active hope.\n\nDeep Waters is run by Green Christian\, and can be used in a church context and seeks to be a practical resource for pastoral needs.\n\nThe next Deep Waters course will run from Tuesday 20 January 2026 – Tuesday 10 March 2026\, from 7.00pm until 8.30pm\, on Zoom.\n\nBarbara Bryant\, our Diocesan Environment Officer\, will be co-hosting this programme.\n\nSign up at www.borrowedtime.earth/programmes-of-mutual-support/deep-waters-programme
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/deep-waters/2026-01-27/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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SUMMARY:Deep Waters
DESCRIPTION:People often have complex emotional responses to the climate crisis\, including grief\, anger\, blame\, and many others. Deep Waters aims to help people navigate these responses through a Christian lens of love\, wisdom\, and justice\, and to lead people into a place of active hope.\n\nDeep Waters is run by Green Christian\, and can be used in a church context and seeks to be a practical resource for pastoral needs.\n\nThe next Deep Waters course will run from Tuesday 20 January 2026 – Tuesday 10 March 2026\, from 7.00pm until 8.30pm\, on Zoom.\n\nBarbara Bryant\, our Diocesan Environment Officer\, will be co-hosting this programme.\n\nSign up at www.borrowedtime.earth/programmes-of-mutual-support/deep-waters-programme
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/deep-waters/2026-01-20/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260113T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260113T190000
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SUMMARY:Eco Church Support - Zoom Drop-in session
DESCRIPTION:EVENT RUN BY THE DIOCESE OF ELY \nFor this session\, we are delighted to be joined by Rosie Venner from Just Money.  Rosie will talk about greener finances for churches\, including banking\, purchasing and investing\, with time to answer your questions. \nDate: Tuesday 13 January \nTime: 6.00 – 7.00pm \nVenue: Online\, via Zoom \nBooking: https://elydatabase.org/events/view?course=4505 \nThese regional Eco Church support sessions are an opportunity to share success\, obstacles and challenges you may be experiencing\, seek support and support others. \nWhether you’re seeking advice\, wanting to listen in to the chat\, or have lots of experience you’re happy to share\, please join us for this informal session for people to chat about what you are doing to work towards Eco Church Awards.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/eco-church-support-zoom-drop-in-session/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251124T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T105017Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar - EV Charger Installation Grants for Clergy Housing with Q&A
DESCRIPTION:In this Webinar\, the national Church of England team cover the two main application routes for government EV Charger Installation Grants applicable to clergy housing.\n\nBoth grants are worth around £350 – or up to 75% of the full installation cost.\n\nThe Giving Directorate’s Dave Stout will talk about accessing the grant for his (non-clergy) home and how he schedules his charging times to get the best value.\n\nJo Chamberlain will talk about accessing the grant for her clergy home.\n\nThere will be Q&As and discussion. Please share this invitation with any colleagues and clergy who might like to join.\n\nRegister here to join the Zoom call.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/webinar-ev-charger-installation-grants-for-clergy-housing-with-qa/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251023T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251023T203000
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SUMMARY:Church heating: your questions answered!
DESCRIPTION:The Net Zero Carbon Adviser at the Diocese of St Albans will give a short online presentation (four slides) on the data he has collated over his two years of working with churches after which there will be a question and answer session.  \nThe event is taking place via Zoom on Thursday 23 October from 7:30-8:30pm.  \nTo book your place please click here. \nPlease submit any questions via this link.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/church-heating-your-questions-answered/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251021T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T120000
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CREATED:20250319T110929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T094018Z
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SUMMARY:Holy Habitats
DESCRIPTION:Norfolk is renowned for its stunning churches\, and almost all 650 of them feature a churchyard—often the last remaining undisturbed grassland in the parish\, making these spaces vital havens for wildlife. Norfolk Wildlife Trust and the Diocese of Norwich have partnered for over 40 years to run the Churchyard Conservation scheme\, providing expert advice to communities who manage their churchyards with wildlife in mind. \nWe’d like to start a conversation to better understand the key challenges you may face\, so we can offer the right support to best help you to enhance the biodiversity in your little patch of Eden. \nThree churches are helping us to host these “listening events” and you are welcome to book into whichever best suits you: \n  \nTuesday 1 April  \n10.30am to 12noon \nSt. Michael’s Hall\, Church Street\, Reepham\, Norfolk\, NR10 4JW \nWhat3Words – eclipses.sulked.vocally \n  \nTuesday 2 September  \n10.30am to 12noon \nGreat Yarmouth Minster\, 24 Church Plain\, Great Yarmouth\, Norfolk\, NR30 1NE \nWhat3Words – expert.gather.latest \n  \nTuesday 21 October \n10.30am to 12noon \nKing’s Lynn Minster\, Saturday Market Place\, King’s Lynn\, Norfolk\, PE30 1DQ \nWhat3Words – abode.dishes.mount \n\n\nPlease book in advance using the QR code or this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/holy-habitats-4124523
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/1081241/2025-10-21/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250916T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250916T200000
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SUMMARY:Eco Forum: eco church survey surgery
DESCRIPTION:Tue 16 Sep | 7-8pm | online \nWe’re delighted to welcome Polly Eaton\, Eco Diocese Officer for A Rocha UK as a host in our next Eco Forum. \nWhether you’re new to the Eco Church survey\, or have been doing it for some time\, this is an opportunity to bring your questions and experiences to this “surgery session” with Polly. We’re aware that the changes to the survey since the New Year may have thrown up some new challenges\, so ask anything! Come ready to share some top tips of what you’ve found works well so we can help one another too. \nAhead of the meeting\, please have a quick re-cap of the survey questions by taking a look at the pdf/printer-friendly versions on the Eco Church website here: What is the Eco Church survey? – Eco Church  Pick one or two areas/issues you’d really like to discuss. \nJoin the forum on Microsoft Teams via THIS LINK
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/eco-forum-eco-church-survey-surgery/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250911T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250911T123000
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SUMMARY:Five steps to creating a simple management plan for your churchyard
DESCRIPTION:Do you care for a churchyard and want to manage part of it with wildlife in mind? \nIn this session we’ll help you discover what is special about your churchyard\, how to manage it well for people and wildlife\, and how to create your own simple management plan. \nIn 2024 General Synod passed a motion for all parishes to develop a land management plan with biodiversity enhancement in mind. This workshop will help you to do that\, and will help in the “land section” of your Eco Church survey too. \nBooking essential at this Eventbrite link \nOne of the four FREE Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s Churchyard Conservation Scheme workshops\, run in partnership with the Diocese of Norwich during 2025.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/five-steps-to-creating-a-simple-management-plan-for-your-churchyard/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Norfolk WIldlife Trust":MAILTO:churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250902T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250902T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T094018Z
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SUMMARY:Holy Habitats
DESCRIPTION:Norfolk is renowned for its stunning churches\, and almost all 650 of them feature a churchyard—often the last remaining undisturbed grassland in the parish\, making these spaces vital havens for wildlife. Norfolk Wildlife Trust and the Diocese of Norwich have partnered for over 40 years to run the Churchyard Conservation scheme\, providing expert advice to communities who manage their churchyards with wildlife in mind. \nWe’d like to start a conversation to better understand the key challenges you may face\, so we can offer the right support to best help you to enhance the biodiversity in your little patch of Eden. \nThree churches are helping us to host these “listening events” and you are welcome to book into whichever best suits you: \n  \nTuesday 1 April  \n10.30am to 12noon \nSt. Michael’s Hall\, Church Street\, Reepham\, Norfolk\, NR10 4JW \nWhat3Words – eclipses.sulked.vocally \n  \nTuesday 2 September  \n10.30am to 12noon \nGreat Yarmouth Minster\, 24 Church Plain\, Great Yarmouth\, Norfolk\, NR30 1NE \nWhat3Words – expert.gather.latest \n  \nTuesday 21 October \n10.30am to 12noon \nKing’s Lynn Minster\, Saturday Market Place\, King’s Lynn\, Norfolk\, PE30 1DQ \nWhat3Words – abode.dishes.mount \n\n\nPlease book in advance using the QR code or this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/holy-habitats-4124523
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/1081241/2025-09-02/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250624T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250624T110000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
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SUMMARY:Swifts in your church
DESCRIPTION:Would summer be the same without swift ‘screaming parties’ as they fly overhead? \nJoin Caroline Spinks from Norwich Swift Network for an outdoor walk and talk\, discussing the key role Norfolk churches can take in helping this red-data listed bird\, and the practicalities involved in setting up a church swift project. Learn through the experiences at Aylsham\, Reepham and Saxthorpe. \nOne of the four FREE Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s Churchyard Conservation Scheme workshops\, run in partnership with the Diocese of Norwich during 2025.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/swifts-in-your-church/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Norfolk WIldlife Trust":MAILTO:churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250604T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250604T113000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20250409T110312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T110312Z
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SUMMARY:Managing your churchyard well for wildflowers
DESCRIPTION:How can you manage your churchyard best for its wildflowers and also for the local community? Why is cutting and raking so important? \nThis guided tour focuses on how to manage ‘God’s Acre’ for both people and wildlife. \nBooking essential via this Eventbrite link \nOne of the four FREE Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s Churchyard Conservation Scheme workshops\, run in partnership with the Diocese of Norwich during 2025. \n 
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/managing-your-churchyard-well-for-wildflowers/
LOCATION:All Saints Church\, Hemblington\, All Saints Church\, Church Lane\, Hemblington\, NR13 4EF
CATEGORIES:Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Norfolk WIldlife Trust":MAILTO:churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250520T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250520T123000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20250409T100443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T100443Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Spaces: Wild Places
DESCRIPTION:How can you start recording wildlife in your churchyard\, what do you need\, where do you send your records\, and why is it important? In this session we will look at why this is an expression of our faith in action\, how to get started with wildlife recording\, why recording wildlife is so important for the long-term monitoring of your churchyard\, and how you can get involved in national and regional citizen science projects. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis interactive workshop will also give you the opportunity to go out with an expert and have a go at recording either birds\, plants or pollinators in the Cathedral grounds and neighbouring Bishop’s Garden. \n\nThis FREE event is a brought in partnership between the Diocese of Norwich\, Norfolk Wildlife Trust and Norwich Cathedral. \n\nBooking essential via this eventbrite link \n\n\n\n\nAccessibility \nPlease contact us at wild@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk if you have any specific needs or requirements in order to make your experience of this event more enjoyable. \nwww.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/sacred-spaces-wild-places/
LOCATION:Weston Room at Norwich Cathedral\, Weston Room at Norwich Cathedral\, 65 The Close\, Norwich\, NR1 4DH
CATEGORIES:Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Norfolk WIldlife Trust":MAILTO:churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250401T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250401T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20250319T110700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T111145Z
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SUMMARY:Holy Habitats - A conversation on enhancing wildlife in your churchyard
DESCRIPTION:Norfolk is renowned for its stunning churches\, and almost all 650 of them feature a churchyard—often the last remaining undisturbed grassland in the parish\, making these spaces vital havens for wildlife. Norfolk Wildlife Trust and the Diocese of Norwich have partnered for over 40 years to run the Churchyard Conservation scheme\, providing expert advice to communities who manage their churchyards with wildlife in mind. \nWe’d like to start a conversation to better understand the key challenges you may face\, so we can offer the right support to best help you to enhance the biodiversity in your little patch of Eden. \nThree churches are helping us to host these “listening events” and you are welcome to book into whichever best suits you: \n  \nTuesday 1 April  \n10.30am to 12noon \nSt. Michael’s Hall\, Church Street\, Reepham\, Norfolk\, NR10 4JW \nWhat3Words – eclipses.sulked.vocally \n  \nTuesday 2 September  \n10.30am to 12noon \nGreat Yarmouth Minster\, 24 Church Plain\, Great Yarmouth\, Norfolk\, NR30 1NE \nWhat3Words – expert.gather.latest \n  \nTuesday 21 October \n10.30am to 12noon \nKing’s Lynn Minster\, Saturday Market Place\, King’s Lynn\, Norfolk\, PE30 1DQ \nWhat3Words – abode.dishes.mount \n\nPlease book in advance using the QR code or this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/holy-habitats-4124523
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/holy-habitats-a-conversation-on-enhancing-wildlife-in-your-churchyard/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250320T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250320T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20250115T151217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T151217Z
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SUMMARY:Winter talks - living walls
DESCRIPTION:The third\, and final event in this winter eco talks series in Holt features renowned local naturalist\, Tony Leech helping us to take a closer look at “living walls” in our locality – the plants which make our local walls their home. There will also be an update on all things “green” in Holt. \nRefreshments are provided. The event is free and open to all. Donations are welcomed.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/winter-talks-living-walls/
CATEGORIES:Environment,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250228T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250228T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20250218T163358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T140603Z
UID:10001656-1740771000-1740778200@www.dioceseofnorwich.org
SUMMARY:Interfaith talk with the Coat of Hopes
DESCRIPTION:This evening is an opportunity for all faiths to join together in our shared concern for the environment.\nIt is centred around the Coat of Hopes and a talk by one of the pilgrims who have walked with the coat to Norwich.\nThis is a casual evening with the talk\, the opportunity to see the coat and enjoy some refreshments together.\nThe Coat of Hopes is a patchwork pilgrim coat\, on an ongoing walk through Britain. Made\, worn and walked by many hundreds of people during and since the pilgrimage on which it was created from the south coast of England to the gates of COP 26\, the UN climate summit\, in Glasgow
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/interfaith-talk-with-the-coat-of-hopes/
LOCATION:St Giles-on-the-Hill\, St Giles-on-the-Hill Church\, 75 Upper St Giles St\, Norwich\, NR2 1AB
CATEGORIES:Education,Environment,Social & community concerns,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250220T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20250115T150636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T151249Z
UID:10001640-1740076200-1740083400@www.dioceseofnorwich.org
SUMMARY:Winter Talks - all about bats!
DESCRIPTION:The second in this series of winter eco talks in Holt is totally bats! \nJane Harris of the Norfolk & Norwich Bat Group will be talking about our local species and those from further afield. Angus Beaton will be discussing the bats of nearby Hunworth Common. Come and be amazed by these creatures in our area! \nRefreshments are provided. The event is free and open to all. Donations are welcomed.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/winter-talks-all-about-bats/
CATEGORIES:Environment,Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250205T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20241216T164151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T093654Z
UID:10001374-1738782000-1738785600@www.dioceseofnorwich.org
SUMMARY:Eco Forum - ethical finance
DESCRIPTION:Come and engage with the sometimes complex issue of ethical investments and banking for churches and individuals.\n\nWe’re delighted that Adam Matthews\, the Director of Ethics and Engagement for the Church of England Pensions Board will be giving us some insights and inspiration.\n\nThere’ll be time for discussion and questions. Open to all on their eco church/eco discipleship journey.\n\nThe meeting will be held on Microsoft Teams at this link: www.DofN.org/EthicalFinanceEcoForum
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/eco-forum-ethical-finance-2/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250116T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250116T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20250115T145930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T151346Z
UID:10001639-1737052200-1737059400@www.dioceseofnorwich.org
SUMMARY:Winter talks - conservation management of churchyards
DESCRIPTION:The first of this series of talks kicks off with two very different approaches! Gemma Walker from Norfolk Wildlife Trust will be talking about how to care for churchyards with wildlife in mind. Laura Carey will be discussing a Norfolk-designed Chelsea Show Garden. Come and be inspired!
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/winter-talks-conservation-management-of-churchyards/2025-01-16/2/
CATEGORIES:Environment,Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250116T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20250115T145930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T151346Z
UID:10001638-1737014400-1737046800@www.dioceseofnorwich.org
SUMMARY:Winter talks - conservation management of churchyards
DESCRIPTION:The first of this series of talks kicks off with two very different approaches! Gemma Walker from Norfolk Wildlife Trust will be talking about how to care for churchyards with wildlife in mind. Laura Carey will be discussing a Norfolk-designed Chelsea Show Garden. Come and be inspired!
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/winter-talks-conservation-management-of-churchyards/2025-01-16/1/
CATEGORIES:Environment,Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/HOLT-eco-talks.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241112T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241112T194500
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20241003T134917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T134415Z
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SUMMARY:ECO FORUM - Changing Perspectives: seeing creation differently
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to a creation pilgrimage around Norwich Cathedral.  In the stillness of the evening come and discover how this ancient building can help us get a fresh perspective on our present day environmental challenges.  Come and see the building in new and unusual ways and leave with a refreshed view of God’s wonderful creation. \nThe creation pilgrimage takes place on Tuesday 12th November  and will begin at 6.30 by the Pelican Lectern under the tower of the Cathedral. \nParking is available in The Close.  Please enter the Cathedral by the South Door – the door nearest the car park with a clock over the door.  The pilgrimage will last approximately 75 minutes.  Please note: we will be accessing some of the spiral staircases within the Cathedral. \nIn preparation for the creation pilgrimage you are welcome to join us for Choral Evensong at 5.30; let the music and words of the evening office calm and inspire you\, preparing your mind and soul to see creation differently. \n 
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/eco-forum-changing-perspectives-seeing-creation-differently/
LOCATION:Norwich Cathedral
CATEGORIES:Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Barbara Bryant":MAILTO:barbara.bryant@dioceseofnorwich.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241107T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241107T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
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SUMMARY:What is Happening to our Coastline?
DESCRIPTION:Come and listen to someone who knows about our coastline. Rob Goodliffe\, Coastal Transition Manager at North Norfolk District Council\, will give a talk and answer questions. All welcome. No tickets are required but donations will be much appreciated.\nLight refreshments available during the interval.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/what-is-happening-to-our-coastline/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241025T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241025T210000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20241010T075314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T075330Z
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SUMMARY:Gardeners Question Time Event
DESCRIPTION:Fun and frustration\, challenges and joy. Gardening can mean many things. Fortunately we have a panel of experienced and knowledgeable gardeners with whom to share our thoughts and seek consolation and advice. Whether we are asking about allotments\, window boxes\, veg plots or wildlife spaces we should enjoy the evening in the company of enthusiasts.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/gardeners-question-time-event/
CATEGORIES:Environment,Social & community concerns
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241006
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20240909T080301Z
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SUMMARY:Rake and cake
DESCRIPTION:Rake and Cake to help wildlife and caring for the church yard -Geldeston church yard is a conservation site and hosts wildflowers including orchids\, and reptile populations but to maintain these populations we need help with raking up the cut grass -all who rake will be given cake -so come along from 10.30am with your gloves and rake\, and get active! Bring a team and compete with other rakers! \nIn the afternoon from 2.30-4.30pm the recently formed quintet Qwind Essential will be playing an eclectic mix of music for all to enjoy whilst admiring the floral decorations in the historic round tower church\, 5October and having tea and homemade cakes!\nDonations in aid of the church restoration fund.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/rake-and-cake/
LOCATION:St Micheal and All Angels\, Geldeston\, Old Yarmouth Road Geldeston Beccles\, NR34 0LW
CATEGORIES:Environment
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Bickmore":MAILTO:tidingsmag@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240928T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240928T210000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20240916T145501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T145501Z
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SUMMARY:‘Shaun the Sheep’ Invites you in support of Nature Recovery in Harleston
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate with Shaun the Sheep\nHarleston’s People in Action\nLinking across Landscapes \n7.00pm Saturday 28th September\nSt John’s Church\, Broad Street\, Harleston\nwith refreshments\nEvening includes\nOur Road to Recovery \n3×3 = the Power of 9 for Nature \n‘More than a Drop in The Ocean’\nPushing to Protect the Pit\nCompere: Ian Carstairs\nHosted by Harleston’s Future with St John’s Church\n-oOo- \nShaun has teamed-up with Natural England and the Country Code to help nature.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/shaun-the-sheep-invites-you-in-support-of-nature-recovery-in-harleston/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240917T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20240723T144459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T144632Z
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SUMMARY:Eco Forum - ethical finance
DESCRIPTION:Come and engage with the sometimes complex issue of ethical investments and banking for churches and individuals\, with particular reference to creation care. \nWe’re delighted that Adam Matthews\, the Director of Ethics and Engagement for the Church of England Pensions Board will be giving us some insights and inspiration. \nThere’ll be time for discussion and questions to explore this topic in relation to the “lifestyle” and “community and global engagement” sections of the eco church survey. \n  \nZoom link HERE \nMeeting ID: 864 1942 0857 Passcode: 426258
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/eco-forum-ethical-finance/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240908T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240908T130000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20240814T100100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T075321Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Nature Service
DESCRIPTION:Churches local to Acle (Church of England & Methodist) will be joining in Celebrating Nature at a special service on Sunday 8th September at 10.00am in St. Edmund’s Church\, Acle (NR13 3BU); then a dozen local organisations will share what they are doing with a display in the Church Hall (open to all) 11.00am – 1.00pm
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/celebrating-nature-service/
LOCATION:St Edmund’s Church\, Acle\, Norwich Rd\, Acle\, NR13 3BU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Environment,Fetes, fairs and fundraisers
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240713T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240713T160000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20240701T103111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T103111Z
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SUMMARY:Marsham Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:This event which will take place in Marsham Parish Church aims to support people in the art of living lightly on the earth. As we all make our response to the widely acknowledged climate emergency it is good to find out more about what we can do as individuals and as community. \nThere will be presentations from guest speakers throughout the day as well as information stall holders and activities for both adults and children. Everything from sustainable healthcare to composting\, from recycling to hedgehog rescue. \nRefreshments will be served throughout the day and there is also a prize draw and other fundraising activity to support the church.
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/marsham-earth-day/
CATEGORIES:Environment,For children/child-friendly,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240701T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240701T153000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20240305T160710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T160710Z
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SUMMARY:Community Focus - Making room for swifts in your church
DESCRIPTION:Guided tour – St Michaels & All Angels Church\, Aylsham \nAylsham Swift Group was set up to raise awareness of swifts and help secure more nest sites in their local area\, including Aylsham parish church. During this outdoor talk in the churchyard\, Aylsham Swift Group will discuss their project to install swift boxes in the church tower and how you can help swifts in your church. \nThese activities are being run as part of the Norfolk Churchyard Conservation Scheme which was established in 1981 and is run by Norfolk Wildlife Trust in collaboration with the Diocese of Norwich.\nThese sessions have been designed to support churches wishing to manage their churchyards for both people and wildlife.\nThese activities are FREE. \nBooking essential – through Eventbrite at norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk/whats-on\nFor further information visit norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk\nor email churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/community-focus-making-room-for-swifts-in-your-church/
LOCATION:Aylsham Parish Church\, Market Place\, Aylsham\, NR11 6LW
CATEGORIES:Environment
ORGANIZER;CN="Norfolk WIldlife Trust":MAILTO:churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240617T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240617T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20240305T160319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T160500Z
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SUMMARY:Caring for conservation areas in your churchyard
DESCRIPTION:Guided tour – St Mary’s Church\, Wroxham \nJoin us for a tour of St Mary’s churchyard\, Wroxham\, to hear how to best care for your churchyard conservation areas. Led by\nDr Bob Leaney\, NWT churchyard volunteer surveyor for over 40 years. \nThese activities are being run as part of the Norfolk Churchyard Conservation Scheme which was established in 1981 and is run by Norfolk Wildlife Trust in collaboration with the Diocese of Norwich. \nThese sessions have been designed to support churches wishing to manage their churchyards for both people and wildlife. \nThese activities are FREE. \nBooking essential – through Eventbrite at norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk/whats-on\nFor further information visit norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk\nor email churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/caring-for-conservation-areas-in-your-churchyard/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Wroxham\, St Mary’s Close\, Wroxham\, NR12 8SG
CATEGORIES:Environment
ORGANIZER;CN="Norfolk WIldlife Trust":MAILTO:churchyards@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240616
DTSTAMP:20260613T070615
CREATED:20240412T162106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T141830Z
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SUMMARY:Towards Net Zero by 2030 - A Pit Stop for Rural Churches
DESCRIPTION:Join us at St Mary’s Wiveton as we explore positive environmental actions for our churches and practical steps to achieving net zero by 2030. The conference is offered FREE (booking is required) to ALL those responsible for and working towards positive environmental outcomes for their churches and wider communities. \nThe conference will also be live-streamed and then available online. \nGuest speakers include: \n\nThe Right Revd Graham Usher\, the Bishop of Norwich\nPolly Eaton (A Rocha UK – Eco Church)\nNick Cannon (DAC Secretary)\nHistoric England\nThe National Lottery Heritage Fund\nNorfolk Wildlife Trust\nNorth Norfolk District Council\nNorwich Diocesan Environmental Working Group\n\nAlso: Drop in surgeries and stalls; Lunch (free) provided by Wiveton Bell; Wellbeing Walk – Wiveton-Blakeney-Cley-Wiveton. \nBook your space here\nDownload the conference flyer here. \nWatch the live stream here
URL:https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/towards-net-zero-by-2030-a-pit-stop-for-rural-churches/
CATEGORIES:Environment
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