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Pages of interest

Dashboards and Data

Completing data and forms may seem difficult or time consuming. But please know that all of our dashboards gather information which then helps to inform mission and ministry across the

The Bishop’s Certificate in Christian Learning

Do you feel ready to embark on a spiritual journey which could deepen your Christian faith? A new course to explore, learn and discuss Christianity is now open to anyone

Diocesan Secretary and Executive Support

Tim Sweeting became Diocesan Secretary for the Diocese of Norwich in September 2021. Prior to this Tim worked for YMCA for 22 years in various positions across the country and

There are thousands of lay ministers using their gifts in a wide variety of different roles, serving alongside ordained ministers. Youth and children’s ministers, churchwardens, licensed lay ministers, and many

DAC (Church buildings committee)

The Diocesan Advisory Committee (DAC) is a statutory committee which provides advice to parishes, the Diocesan Chancellor and the Archdeacons in relation to church buildings, their contents and churchyards. The

Property and Glebe team

We are committed to caring for our clergy so they can carry out their ministry and mission within the Diocese. By providing over 250 quality houses and taking care of maintenance,

Safeguarding Team

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility The Diocese of Norwich is committed to the safeguarding, care and nurture of everyone within our church community. Both of our Safeguarding Advisers can be contacted

Church Building Resources

Are you daunted by the prospect of taking on a church building project and what that means for your church community? Have you embarked on a project already but you’re

Churchwardens

Each parish church is required to have two churchwardens though there are some occasional exceptions to this rule.

A Statement from the Bishops of Norwich, Thetford and Lynn

January 30, 2025 No Comments

We are deeply troubled by the safeguarding concerns and allegations of cover up in the Church of England raised by the media in recent weeks. The care of survivors and

Living Hope : Lent and Easter resources for churches

January 29, 2025 No Comments

This Lent we are encouraged to put down deep roots of hope by connecting with God who is with us at all times. The Church of England’s Lent theme for

Government’s Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme will be extended for 2025/26

January 22, 2025 No Comments

With around 95% of our churches protected by listed status, it is encouraging news that Sir Chris Bryant MP, Minister of State for the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and

A message at Christmas from the Bishop of Thetford

December 28, 2024 No Comments

This message was originally published in the Great Yarmouth Mercury on 27 December 2024. It is written by the Bishop of Thetford, the Rt Revd Ian Bishop. We were privileged

New Resource! How to successfully manage your church building project from start to finish.

December 5, 2024 No Comments

Are you daunted by the prospect of taking on a church building project and what that means for your church community? Have you embarked on a project already but you’re

The Bishop of Norwich’s view on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill debate

November 29, 2024 No Comments

Watching the debate on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill was a deeply moving experience with many heartfelt stories shared. Members of Parliament on all sides of the debate

Churchwarden