Interfaith talk with the Coat of Hopes
2025-02-28 19:30 - 21:30 UTC | St Giles-on-the-Hill, St Giles-on-the-Hill Church, 75 Upper St Giles St, Norwich, NR2 1AB
This evening is an opportunity for all faiths to join together in our shared concern for the environment.
It is centred around the Coat of Hopes and a talk by one of the pilgrims who have walked with the coat to Norwich.
This is a casual evening with the talk, the opportunity to see the coat and enjoy some refreshments together.
The 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

Norfolk anti poverty alliance
2025-02-26 17:00 - 19:00 UTC
Norfolk Anti-Poverty Alliance: Norwich launch
Weds 26 February, 5 – 7pm, The Hostry at Norwich Cathedral
Join us for the first of two public launch events, exploring what is going wrong in Norfolk and what we can do as an Alliance to end poverty in our county.
Free to attend, please sign up here
The aim of the event is to bring in new organisations and individuals to the Alliance, push poverty up the local agenda and provide the opportunity for future involvement. The Norfolk Anti-Poverty Alliance is a new movement of organisations and individuals who want to create a future where all residents of Norfolk can thrive.

Gardeners Question Time Event
2024-10-25 19:00 - 21:00 UTC
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.

Single Friendly Church Network 5 Steps Online Webinar
2024-10-23 11:00 - 12:30 UTC
Single Friendly Church Network is a Christian charity helping churches to welcome and value single people at every stage of life. We are research-based and provide free resources and training for churches and leaders.
We run free webinars to help church leaders complete our Guided Audit. The training explores our 5 Steps in more detail, offering practical tips and the chance to discuss with others in a small group setting.
The next one is on Wed 23rd October 11am – 12.30pm. Please sign up to this free training here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/singlefriendlychurch/1224228
We have regular online training webinars and discussion-based network zooms across the year for church leaders and singles’ advocates – please click here for more details:
https://www.singlefriendlychurch.com/events-training

Nelson's Blood
2024-10-13 15:00 - 17:00 UTC | St Edmund’s Church, Acle, Norwich Rd, Acle, NR13 3BU, United Kingdom
A double concert with Norwich Community Choir and Village Voices Community Choir.
A varied programme with Sea Shantys to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the RNLI.
Donations will be split between RNLI and Access 4 Acle [a campaign to make the church step free and accessible for all]
Refreshments will be served – a drop of grog too!

Souls of our Shoes
2024-09-14, 2024-09-13, 2024-09-12, 2024-09-11, 2024-09-10, 2024-09-09, 2024-09-08
The powerful exhibition ‘Souls of our Shoes’ will be open in Cromer Parish Church from this Sunday 8th until Saturday 14th. From 10.30 to 3.30 each day there will be people around to offer support, a listening ear and prayer if wanted. The exhibition is part of the Mothers’ Union ‘Rise Up’ campaign to raise awareness of Domestic Abuse worldwide. Please visit, and take few moments to reflect and pray for all affected by this sometimes-hidden trauma.
For more information visit​ www.mothersunion.org/riseup​

Cream Teas at Caistor St Edmund Church
2024-08-18 14:00 - 17:00 UTC | Caistor St Edmund, Norwich Road, Caistor St Edmund, NR14 8QN
We will be serving Cream Teas at Caistor Church in aid of Hope into Action ( local charity helping the homeless) and church funds . With a cake, plant and garden produce stall.

Summer Barbecue
2024-07-18 19:00 - 22:00 UTC
You are warmly invited to an evening of fun, friendship and great food!
Bring something to sit on and whatever you want to drink.
Ticket price includes Hot Dogs, homemade Burgers, a wide range of salads, relishes and soft drinks. Veggie and Vegan options provided Adults £9.00,under 18s free.
Raffle to raise funds for Christian Aid.
Further info Nick and Helen Garrard 01508 538014. booking essential (by Sunday 14th please)
Or email rocklandrev@aol.com

Growing Good online course
2024-06-11 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-06-04 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-05-28 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-05-21 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-05-14 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-05-07 19:30 - 21:00 UTC
A free 5 session online course that equips churches in growing new connections and making a difference in the community.
Open to church leadership teams in the Norfolk / Lowestoft area. We ask that at least 3 people from each church or group of churches commits to attending.
Sign up by Friday 3 May by emailing anna.heydon@togethernorfolk.org.uk
The course will run from 7.30pm – 9pm
Tuesday 7 May
Tuesday 14 May
Tuesday 21 May
Tuesday 4 June
Tuesday 11 June

Churches Count on Nature and Great Big Green Week - free celebrations at Hemblington church
2024-06-11 10:00 - 2024-06-16 17:00 UTC
Churches Count on Nature and Great Big Green Week will be celebrated at All Saints Church, Hemblington between 8th – 16th June. There will be an exhibition in church from Tuesday 11th June highlighting the flora and fauna identified in and around the churchyard. It will also show how the church team is working towards the A Rocha eco-church awards, concentrating on re-use/recycling and use of sustainable materials, composting and community engagement. Norfolk Wildlife Trust has organised a walk and discussion about wildflower conservation in churchyards on Wednesday 12th June – see separate entry on the Diocesan website or book via the NWT website. The local Blofield & District Conservation Group BADCOG will be cutting the churchyard towards the end of the week, to ensure the large variety of wildflowers will be abundant next year. Do come along and enjoy the beauty of the wildflower-filled churchyards, the interesting architectural features of the church itself (round tower, huge unique wall painting of the life of St Christopher, well conserved octagonal font, rood stairs – plus there is a level access WC) and support our efforts to keep the church building and surrounding areas in a good condition for future generations. Self-serve refreshments are always available. Do visit us any time!

Green Day
2024-06-01 10:00 - 14:00 UTC
Join St Mark’s for an Eco awareness journey supporting local enthusiasts and focusing on creation that constantly nurtures, sustains and inspires us! There will be many representatives, lots of information as well as children’s activities and refreshments! It’s free to enter and all are welcome!

St Mark's, Oulton Broad 'Green Day'
2024-06-01 10:00 - 14:00 UTC
We are planning to have fun, enjoy some cake and a drink, and hopefully learn a thing or two.
St Marks, Oulton Broad (silver award Eco Church) – are holding a Green Day on Saturday 1 June (10 – 2). Local people and groups from further afield will be highlighting their Green initiatives; from running a hedgehog haven, nurturing honey bees to raising the issue of coastal flooding. Our local MP, prospective candidates, councillors and environmental groups (such as the Christian Climate UK and Use Your Voice Lowestoft) will be in attendance.
Some issues have very serious implications – but nature’s ability to recover is amazing too. We need to have hope. Indeed there is much joy in recognising and encouraging a healthier environment for us all (nature and mankind alike). Join us to share the journey.

A concert to celebrate Earth Day with the Village Voices Community Choir
2024-04-20 14:30 - 15:30 UTC | All Saints Church, Hemblington, All Saints Church, Church Lane, Hemblington, NR13 4EF
All are invited to come along to All Saints Church, Hemblington, on Saturday 20 April from 2:30 pm to hear the local Village Voices Community Choir celebrating Earth Day. Free admission. Refreshments will be served – Hemblington is a by-word for good cake! Donations will be appreciated – to be shared with BADCOG, the Blofield & District Conservation Group.

Harp Concert
2024-04-14 19:00 - 20:30 UTC
HARP CONCERT (and talk) in aid of church restoration and community hub
Sunday 14 April, 7–8.30 pm
in Deopham St Andrew’s Church
By accredited Arts Society Lecturer Margaret Watson
FREE admission but please make a donation
Refreshments will be served after
Parking in field opposite church (if it hasn’t rained too much!), parallel with hedge
Margaret is one of the busiest professional harpists in the South East and we are very lucky to have her. Margaret studied harp under the late Sidonie Goossens OBE and is a Fellow of the Guild of Musicians and Singers. She has given countless concerts and played at places such as Glyndebourne Opera House, Covent Garden, City Guildhall, The Garrick Club, The Savoy, Ritz, Dorchester and Hilton Langham Hotels in London. She has played for royalty, including performances for HRH The Princess Royal and has also worked for the BBC and Netflix filming for TV documentaries.

Conversations around suicide
2024-03-12 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | Weston Room at Norwich Cathedral, Weston Room at Norwich Cathedral, 65 The Close, Norwich, NR1 4DH
A day dedicated to raising awareness on suicide prevention, support and creating hope.

Lived experience talks
Industry professionals
Networking

Aims:

Highlight available support
Educate to enable evevyone to be able to talk openly about suicide
Reduce stigma around suicide
Create a safe, supportive environment to reflect on all aspects of suicide

Coordinated by members of Norfolk &Waveney Suicide Bereavement Support Partnership
You are warmly invited to this event, a safe space to learn, reflect and discuss all aspects around suicide.
We are keen to extend the invitation to this event as widely as possible to anyone touched by suicide; please pass the information on to others.
To register interest email by 4th March – chriscopsey@btinternet.com
BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL

Growing Good Workshop
2024-02-12 13:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London)
Attendees are invited from churches of any denomination across the region who are interested in finding out more about how their church and community might benefit from the research and resources. Contributors will include the Bishop of Lynn, the Bishop of Thetford, members of the Church Urban Fund (CUF) team who have developed Growing Good, and leaders of local churches.
The Growing Good workshop will be held on 12 February at St Luke’s Church, starting at 1pm with a free buffet lunch and finishing at 4pm. Booking is essential.
Growing Good is a community of people and churches who are committed to growing fruitful churches and flourishing communities. To support the Growing Good movement, CUF has developed the Growing Good Toolkit. This includes a six-module course to help churches connect the dots between social action, discipleship, and growth. The toolkit combines biblical reflection and practical insight to equip churches to grow in faithfulness and fruitfulness.
The toolkit is based on three years of research by Theos and CUF. The research looked at over 60 churches all across England, to better understand how social action, discipleship, and growth fit together on the ground. In developing the toolkit content, CUF involved church leaders, ministry training coordinators, and community workers.
Booking is essential.
