We are pleased to let you know that Andy Delmege is taking on the part-time role of Urban Estates Mission Enabler, working in Paula Gooder’s new Mission Learning and Development Team. Andy will also continue ...

Young people are increasingly sending explicit messages and ‘sexting’ online. A survey by the NSPCC in 2016 reported that between 15 and 40% of teenagers have at some point been involved in so called 'sexting'.Many ...

Photo: Bishop David with Elder Fu, Chairman of the National Three Self Patriotic Movement (TSPM)/China Christian Council (CCC)I have been travelling briefly in China and India, the world's two most populous countries. The traditions in society ...

Photo (Left to Right): Ven Dr David Lee, Revd Emma Sykes, Revd Paul HintonThe Venerable Dr David Lee, a former Director of Mission here in Birmingham, is to take on a part-time lead role as Acting ...

Revd Tim Hughes, Vicar at St Luke's, Gas Street, has been awarded the Thomas Cranmer Award for Worship. The awards were personally presented by Archbishop Justin Welby last month at a ceremony in Lambeth Palace. They recognise ...

We are pleased to announce the appointment of a new Retirement Officer for the Church of England – Birmingham, the Revd Canon Rob Morris. Rob is no stranger to Birmingham, having spent the majority of ...

The Revd Keith ClaringbullBishop’s Permission to Officiate, Diocese of BirminghamTo resign from this position (30 September 2017)The Revd Canon Rob MorrisBishop’s Permission to Officiate in the Diocese of Birmingham; Honorary Canon Emeritus of Birmingham CathedralTo ...

Revd Canon Catherine Grylls has been appointed as the new Warden of Readers for the Church of England - Birmingham. The Warden of Readers is appointed by the Bishop and has general oversight of over 200 ...

A report by the Revd Kathy Lloyd Roberts, Master of the Foundation of Lady Katherine Leveson:I am truly delighted to be able to tell you all that our Care Home here at Temple Balsall, Lady ...

The 3D Course will be taking place in venues all over the diocese, starting in September with weekly meetings in a small group with a tutor. Brochures and application forms are now ready – ask ...

Jesus' invitation to 'Believe in God, believe also in me' (John 14:1) becomes real in the response of women and men kneeling for ordination as deacons or priests.This past weekend I prayed that the Holy ...

In the shadow of recent events which seek to divide and segregate our communities; horrific terror attacks, rising Islamophobia and division between faiths, Faithful Friends aims to build a community of reconciliation in Sandwell, Smethwick ...

Student Christian Movement (SCM) has published a 'Welcoming Students to your Church' resource, which is designed to help churches reach out to and support students during their time at university. Inside you’ll find the key ...

On Friday the 23rd of June 2017 a day of celebration took place at St George's, Newtown in recognition of the work of the Mission Apprentices (MAs) over the last 2 years. Helena Kittle (Head ...

Author, speaker, scholar, theologian: Canon Dr Paula Gooder has quite a few strings to her bow… Now she can add ‘Director of Mission Learning and Development’ to the mix as she joins us this month ...

In the aftermath of the act of terror near Finsbury Park Mosque, LondonOur prayers today are with all those affected by the act of terror perpetrated by a lone individual, it appears, specifically against the ...

St Philips to hold Great Get Together in Cathedral SquareIn celebration of Jo Cox MP’s belief that we have more in common, Birmingham Cathedral will be holding a Great Get Together Saturday 17th June 2017 ...

Click here for details of two job opportunities at The Queen's Foundation:Accommodation and Conference ManagerCampus Facilities Manager

Journey of the Magi – A festive, witty and thoroughly Christmassy event for your churchThis critically acclaimed production is set to be a spectacular part of Christmas celebrations for the 21st year running! With sparkle ...

The Bishop of Birmingham, the Rt Revd David Urquhart has presented a giant thank you card to officers at West Midlands Police following the terrorist attacks in London and Manchester.Some 40 signatures were gathered at ...