Diocese of Norwich

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

Teaching diversity in Christianity and other religions and non religious worldviews
2025-02-27 15:00 - 17:00 | online
This session on ZOOM is designed to explore how we can teach diversity in RE. we will begin by looking at the multi-cultural and global representations of Christianity as well as exploring denominational diversity. We will then also consider presenting authentic diversity in Judaism and Islam. We will also explore Humanism, atheism and agnosticism as a way to look at diversity within non-religious worldviews. This practical session will provide a range of FREE resources, draw on the new exemplification plans for Social and Human Sciences and offer schools ways into teaching diversity through their RE curriculum.
Audience: Primary School Teachers / support staff who deliver RE in ALL schools (Community, Church of England and Academies)
Book via Eventbrite: dofn.org/TD-Feb

Norfolk anti poverty alliance
2025-02-26 17:00 - 19:00
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.

Understanding/Developing Collective Worship to Enable Spiritual Flourishing
2025-02-25 13:30 - 16:00
Collective Worship is a fundamental part of the spiritual development of pupils and adults in church schools. The expectation of SIAMS is that the impact of daily collective worship is everybody grows spiritually. How this is achieved and how this is monitored are two area that will be explored on this half day course. The course will unpack what is considered to be spiritual development in Collective worship and how this is different to spirituality in other aspects of school life. It will look at a range of resources to support the delivery of collective worship to enable spiritual development. It will also consider how to evidence spiritual flourishing for a SIAMS inspection in your school.
Cost: £90 to church schools and academies
Audience: All Collective Worship leads/ Senior Leaders of Voluntary Aided, Voluntary Controlled, Foundation church schools and academies
Understanding/Developing Collective Worship to Enable Spiritual Flourishing Tickets, Tue 25 Feb 2025 at 13:30 | Eventbrite

Thy Kingdom Come resources launch webinar
2025-02-25 11:00 - 12:00 | https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/event/thy-kingdom-come-resources-launch-webinar/
Tuesday 25 February 11am-12pm
Join us for Thy Kingdom Come resources launch online. To mark the 10th anniversary, this year the focus will be the Lord’s Prayer.
Register in advance
Webinar Registration – Zoom

Piano recital by international concert pianist Jill Crossland
2025-02-23 14:30 - 16:30 | St Edmund’s Church, Acle, Norwich Rd, Acle, NR13 3BU, United Kingdom
Access for Acle presents… a piano recital by International concert pianist Jill Crossland
The performance will include Schumann’s Scenes from Childhood along with works by Rameau and Chopin
St Edmund’s Church, Acle
Sunday 23 February at 2:30pm
Admission £12 at the door
Refreshments available

St Mary Magdalene Book Sale
2025-02-22 10:00 - 15:00
Book Sale at St Mary Magdalene – 100s of paperbacks, magazines and hardbacks – refreshments available – cash donations only – free entrance (Hall entrance only).

Winter Talks - all about bats!
2025-02-20 18:30 - 20:30
The second in this series of winter eco talks in Holt is totally bats!
Jane 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!
Refreshments are provided. The event is free and open to all. Donations are welcomed.

LECTIO DIVINA - a way of being with scripture and other sacred texts
2025-02-14 14:30 - 15:00, 2025-01-10 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-12-13 14:30 - 15:00 | Norwich Cathedral
We host a monthly group Lectio Divina session in the cathedral library, on the SECOND FRIDAY of every month at 2.30pm.
Lectio Divina is a contemplative way of reading the Bible, focusing on a short passage and allowing it to speak to us. The passage is read aloud, and we may share a word or phrase that resonates with us, but without discussion. It is a traditional Benedictine approach to the scriptures.
Open to all, readings and full outline of the approach provided. Come along to try it out, or contact Gudrun at gwarren@cathedral.org.uk if you would like to know more.

Collective Worship Network
2025-02-10 15:30 - 17:00
Collective Worship is designed to be the heartbeat of any school day and this half day network gives an opportunity to explore best practice.
This session offers the opportunity to network with other Collective Worship leads and keep up to date with the latest resources, considering the SIAMS Framework 2023. A golden thread throughout each session will be how we evaluate how adults and pupils flourish spiritually in your school as a direct impact of Collective Worship.
Audience: All Collective Worship leads, including clergy, of Voluntary Aided, Voluntary Controlled, Foundation church schools and academies
Collective Worship Network Tickets, Mon 10 Feb 2025 at 15:30 | Eventbrite

Coat of Hopes on display at King's Lynn Minster
2025-02-09 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-07 10:00 - 16:00
King’s Lynn Minster are hosting the ‘Coat of Hopes’ from the 27 January to 11 February 2025, including a special Exhibition weekend from the 7 to 9 February. The Coat of Hopes is a patchwork pilgrim coat, on an ongoing walk through Britain. Read more here: ‘Coat of Hopes’ reaches King’s Lynn Minster on pilgrimage through Britain. – Diocese of Norwich
The exhibition and children’s activities are free to attend and open as follows:

Friday 7th February 10am – 4pm
Saturday 8th February 10am – 4pm
Sunday 9th February 11.15am – 4pm (after the Sunday morning service)

Eco Forum - ethical finance
2025-02-05 19:00 - 20:00
Come and engage with the sometimes complex issue of ethical investments and banking for churches and individuals.

We’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.

There’ll be time for discussion and questions. Open to all on their eco church/eco discipleship journey.

The meeting will be held on Microsoft Teams at this link: www.DofN.org/EthicalFinanceEcoForum

An introduction to the RE Quality Mark (REQM)
2025-02-05 15:30 - 16:30
REQM is a nationally recognised quality mark for RE. From September 2020 new criteria has been released to assess schools and federations. This briefing session will consider the new criteria, explore examples of best practice in preparing for REQM assessment and action plan next steps in achieving the quality mark for your school. It will also provide a further option of coaching and mentoring for schools to complete the application process from a REQM Assessor as well as the possibility of a school-based workshop to write your application (additional cost).
Audience: RE Leaders, Headteachers in ALL schools (Community, Church of England and academies)
DofN.org/REQ

Racial Justice working group
2025-01-30 15:45 - 17:00 | online
The Racial Justice Working Group is a committed community of people who work together to promote equality and racial justice within education. As a collective, we work together to raise awareness, improve representation, develop understanding of issues and advocate for policies that promote equity and inclusion. Joining the racial justice working group can be a meaningful way to make a difference and help create a fairer society for all children and all people. The termly meetings are a space for discussion, and we welcome all who have an interest in this area of equality and social justice to join.
Audience: Open to all Diocese of Norwich school staff and governors.
DofN.org/RJ-Jan

Holocaust Memorial Day
2025-01-27 19:00 - 20:00
To mark Holocaust Memorial Day, St Peter’s Church in Sheringham is holding a special and reflective service on the evening of Monday 27th January. The service follows the guidelines for Holocaust Memorial in Christian Churches as outlined by the Council for Christians and Jews, using Common Worship material.
The service will include reflective music and prayer as well as stories from the past and passages of scripture that are shared in both the Christian and Jewish traditions.
Alongside the service is a small exhibition detailing the history of the Holocaust and other genocides which are remembered on Holocaust Memorial Day. This exhibition gives the opportunity throughout the month for people to learn about what happened, be involved in Holocaust Memorial and take a chance to reflect and pray. Exhibition to run all through January.

Norfolk Gospel Partnership’s Women’s Conference 2025
2025-01-25 09:30 - 16:00 | Holy Trinity Church, Norwich, 110A Trinity St, Norwich, NR2 2BJ
Are you fed up with traipsing to London or Cambridge to attend a women’s conference? Well, at last, we have our own here in Norfolk! Back for its second year, The Norfolk Gospel Partnership is holding its annual women’s conference which this year is called Eternity in our Hearts: wisdom from Ecclesiastes. The event is being held at Holy Trinity Church, Norwich, on Saturday 25th January 2025 and will be a day of encouragement for women across the East of England to gather, worship, be taught from the Bible and equipped to live out their faith in their churches, communities and families.
Karen Soole, (Author of Unleash the Word and Liberation: How the Bible Exalts and Dignifies Women), will be teaching from Ecclesiastes and unpacking what it has to say to us as we navigate the many complexities and seasons of life. There will also be opportunities to sing together, pray, enjoy a delicious lunch, browse our brilliant 10ofthose bookstall and connect with others.
A range of exciting seminars will be on offer to attend on relevant topics including: “A time for everything – really? How to make the most of the time God has given us” ,”Hormonally challenged? How do our hormones interact with our ability to live godly and joyful lives?” and “Planting seeds: little steps to sharing your faith”.
The conference planning team, made up of representatives from churches across Norfolk, hope it will be a day of blessing for hundreds of local women and an opportunity to grow together in faith.
Last year’s conference did sell out, so we are encouraging people to book early to secure their space. Tickets cost £14 (£10 for under 18s, students and those on low incomes) and lunch is included. If cost is an issue, please do get in touch with the planning team via the website. The event is open to all women age 14+ and will run from 9.30am-4pm. For those with children, babes in arms are welcome at the conference (under 1s), but there will be no formal childcare available. Bookings will close on Monday 20th January 2025 or when the event has sold out.
To book a ticket, or for further information, please visit www.norfolkgospel.org.uk/eternity
Discover more about the Norfolk Gospel Partnership at www.norfolkgospel.org.uk

Homegrown Share and Prayer Event
2025-01-24 16:00 - 18:00
Date: Friday, January 24, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: St John’s the Evangelist, Blackfriars Rd, King’s Lynn PE30 1NT
Refreshments provided

The Homegrown project aims to paint a clear picture of the situation facing children and young people in West Norfolk, including who is actively working and able to collaborate to grow this type of work. Join the conversation as we consider what might enable us to work more collaboratively across our borough for children and families.
At the end of the 2025 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, Churches Together in King’s Lynn, the Diocese of Norwich and Imagine Norfolk Together invite local Christians and community leaders to an exciting three-part sharing, networking and prayer event. This is an opportunity for everyone passionate about seeing children and young people flourish, to come together to hear about and discuss the current landscape facing young people in our area, learn about how local churches are currently engaging, and explore ways to collaborate for greater impact.
Why Attend?
Across West Norfolk, there are many local Christians in Churches across the borough, dedicated to supporting children, young people and their families in their communities who face daily challenges. However, these good efforts often occur in isolation, which can lead to unintentional duplication of resources and burnout. This event aims to begin bridge that gap. By understanding what churches are already doing and identifying key areas for collaboration, we can maximize our collective impact.
Event Outline:

4 – 4:45pm- Introductions and Sharing:
Hear responses from local church and community leaders to our recent survey. Learn about current initiatives focused on children and youth, and the challenges identified by churches and organizations. This sharing will be enriched by sharing key themes emerging from the desk research, which has compiled data from a number local organisations, highlighting the pressing issues faced by families in Kings Lynn and West Norfolk.

4:45 – 5:15pm – Networking:
Engage in meaningful conversations with fellow attendees, including church leaders, local organizations, and schools. This networking session is designed to foster connections that can lead to collaborative efforts in addressing community needs.

5:20 – 6:00pm – Time of Prayer:
Those who wish to stay are invited to join Bishop Jane Steen in prayer, where we will thank God for the good work already being done and seek His guidance for future collaborations. We believe prayer is a powerful force for unity and transformation, and essential to our work as the Church moving forward together.

Key Aims of the Homegrown Project:

Address Inequality: Create a stronger response to the challenges faced by children and families in our community.
Better Stewardship: Enhance the effective use of church resources to support children, young people, and families.
Stronger Connections: Build relationships between the Church and local organisations and authorities to influence borough-wide change.
Visible Faith Expression: Promote a confident and visible Christian presence in West Norfolk.

This gathering is crucial not only for the churches but also for non-church organizations, schools, and community members who share a commitment to the well-being of our young people. Together, we can map the current landscape of outreach and identify collaborative paths forward.
Get Involved:
Please complete our survey to provide insights into your church’s outreach efforts here Homegrown Survey.
Or complete it on behalf of your organisation https://bit.ly/homegrown-orgs or school https://bit.ly/homegrown-schools
For questions or more information, contact Vicki Price at vicki.price@dioceseofnorwich.org.
Let’s come together in unity, compassion, and purpose.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Are you SIAMS ready?
2025-01-17 10:00 - 15:30
This one-day practical workshop is aimed at all headteachers and senior leaders within Voluntary Aided, Voluntary Controlled, Foundation church schools and academies.
The course comprises:
• A whole day focusing on the new SIAMS Framework for 2023
• Exploration of the philosophy and thinking behind the framework
• Networking to explore how to gather evidence for the six Inspection Questions
• Time to work on your summary SEF for SIAMS with advice from an experienced inspector
• Latest feedback about inspections and emerging trends
All headteachers are encouraged to attend if they have an inspection due in the next 12 to 18 months.
Sandwich lunch provided
Audience: All headteachers and senior leaders of Voluntary Aided, Voluntary Controlled, Foundation church schools and academies

Are you SIAMS ready? Tickets, Fri 17 Jan 2025 at 10:00 | Eventbrite

Winter talks - conservation management of churchyards
2025-01-16 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-01-16 08:00 - 17:00
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!

Christmas Carol Concert,, Hemsby Church
2024-12-17 07:30 - 21:30
St. Mary’s Singers Christmas Concert by Candle Light.
2 Nights performances singing Traditional and Popular Christmas Songs/Carols with Junior Singers.
This popular Concert is always a sell out so getting tickets early is advisable.
Tickets are £7 including Mulled Wine and Mince Pie.
Profits to church building fund.
These are evening performances doors open at 7pm starting at 7.30pm approx 2 hours.

Christmas Carol Service
2024-12-15 17:00 - 18:30 | St Giles-on-the-Hill, St Giles-on-the-Hill Church, 75 Upper St Giles St, Norwich, NR2 1AB
The countdown to Christmas starts here so do come and join us for our atmospheric Carol Service. Set inside this beautiful medieval church, there will be traditional and modern readings plus all of your favourite carols.
Seasonal refreshments will be available after the service.
A retirement collection for the John Aves Education Project will take place. This project provides financial support to young people from the Dheisheh Palestinian Refugee Camp enabling selected students to study at local universities.

CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL
2024-12-14 10:30 - 2024-12-15 16:00 | St Mary’s Church, Rockland, 2 Rectory Ln, Norwich, NR14 7EY, United Kingdom
Rockland St Mary Christmas Tree Festival
To raise funds for our beautiful church of St Mary’s.
Raffle Tombola, Hand Made Crafts Delicious Cakes and Refreshments
These will be in The Barn next to the Church.
Disabled Access, Parking and Toilet!
14th & 15Th December 2024
10.30am – 4pm each day.

Christmas Tree Festival, All Saints Church Alburgh
2024-12-14 10:00 - 2024-12-15 15:00 | All Saints Church, Alburgh, Church Rd, Alburgh, Harleston, IP20 0DA
All are welcome to our 3rd Christmas Tree Festival in our lovely church.
Come and see over 30 decorated trees made from a variety of materials.
The trees have been donated by individuals, families, local clubs, groups, organisations and businesses.
FREE entry, refreshments available and a stall for those last minute gifts.
Vote for your favourite tree with your small change – the tree getting most money will win a prize, as will the best decorated tree.

Carol Service with the Diss Salvation Army Band - All Saints Church Alburgh
2024-12-13 19:30 - 20:30 | All Saints Church, Alburgh, Church Rd, Alburgh, Harleston, IP20 0DA
A traditional Carol service in All Saints Church Alburgh accompanied by the Diss Salvation Army Band.
After the service we go to Alburgh Village Hall for more music, refreshments and the lighting of the village Christmas tree.
Come and sing your favourite carols

Christmas Concert by The Anglian Singers
2024-12-13 19:00 - 21:30 | St Andrew’s Eaton, St Andrew's Eaton, Church Lane, Norwich, NR4 6NW
The Anglian Singers, conducted by John Barham, are pleased to present their traditional Christmas Concert. The programme will consist of some well known and loved carols, interspersed with readings and poems. As is tradition there will be some audience participation.
This will be John Barham’s last concert with the choir before he retires.
Seasonal refreshments will be served during the interval and parking is available near to the church.
