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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

👨‍🎓Youth Intern Programme: Future Youth offers young adults aged 18 to 29 the chance to spend a year growing in youth and children’s ministry through placements, training and mentoring. More via 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2026/future-...

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Future Youth Intern Programme – Diocese of Gloucester

We are the Church of England community in and around Gloucestershire, committed to sharing the transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ, so that people may know life in all its fullness

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Exciting news that a major new grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund will enable St Mary DeCrypt in central Gloucester to conserve and explore internationally significant artwork painted on its medieval walls. Read more via 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2026/histori...

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Historic paintings to be saved by Discover Decrypt project, after The National Lottery Heritage Fund grant – Diocese of Gloucester

We are the Church of England community in and around Gloucestershire, committed to sharing the transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ, so that people may know life in all its fullness

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

So proud of our new priests! What a cracking group, freshly ordained priest in the CofE 😍 📸 Photos are available on our site via: gloucester.anglican.org/2026/ordinat...

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

"... in them we see lived out that same collaborative ministry to which deacons and priests are called: a shared vocation rooted in baptism, where the gifts of all are recognised, encouraged, and offered together in the service of Christ" ~ Bishop Robert 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2026/message...

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Message from Bishop Robert, 30 June 2026 – Diocese of Gloucester

We are the Church of England community in and around Gloucestershire, committed to sharing the transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ, so that people may know life in all its fullness

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Katie Etherington @katieethers.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

So yesterday was quite a special day… Wonderful to have been ordained deacon by @bishgloucester.bsky.social and to begin my ministry as a curate in @glosdioc.bsky.social. God is good!

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

"Refugee Week takes place in June every year, and aims to help better understand why people are displaced; to celebrate rich diversity in our communities; and to try and stand in the shoes of those who arrive in other countries seeking safety" Bishop Rachel 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2026/message...

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Message from Bishop Rachel, 9 June 2026 – Diocese of Gloucester

We are the Church of England community in and around Gloucestershire, committed to sharing the transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ, so that people may know life in all its fullness

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The Howard League @thehowardleague.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

"Chipped teeth, broken noses, facial injuries, head injuries, scars..." Our Legal Director, Gemma Abbott, details the injuries we hear young people sustaining from use of force in prison in our Spotlights webinar. Catch up here: howardleague.org/spotlights

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

"In the global village of this world, people are constantly fleeing from conflict, violence, persecution, the violation of human rights, and displacement due to climate change." ~ Bishop Rachel writes 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2026/message... #immigration #paddington #humanrights

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Message from Bishop Rachel, 9 June 2026 – Diocese of Gloucester

We are the Church of England community in and around Gloucestershire, committed to sharing the transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ, so that people may know life in all its fullness

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

"Christian faith is not confined to festivals, it is seen in habits of kindness, courage, service and attentiveness to others. It is made visible in the choices by which we reflect the love of Jesus Christ in the world around us" ~ Bishop Robert writes 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2026/message...

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Message from Bishop Robert, 2 June 2026 – Diocese of Gloucester

We are the Church of England community in and around Gloucestershire, committed to sharing the transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ, so that people may know life in all its fullness

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Bishop Rachel spent a fantastic evening with a Q&A session with young people from Holy Trinity, Tewkesbury

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The Howard League @thehowardleague.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

“Prison is a toxic place for children, and spending even a few days in that environment can be terrifying and profoundly damaging.” Read our response to HMI Prisons' thematic review on children on short-term remand, published today: howardleague.org/news-views

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

"If the heart of sacramental identity is physical things which express spiritual truth, then we can surely say that our buildings have a sacramental tone or character" John will join as Archdeacon of Gloucester in September. Read more 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2026/message...

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Message from John Wittaker, Archdeacon of Gloucester Designate, 19 May 2026 – Diocese of Gloucester

We are the Church of England community in and around Gloucestershire, committed to sharing the transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ, so that people may know life in all its fullness

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

This week in the #houseoflords Bishop Rachel responded to the King’s Speech, urging the Government to have a long-term view and focus on the flourishing of every child 🎥 Watch via: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yui...

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Bishop Rachel responds to the King's Speech, urging Gov't to focus on the flourishing of every child

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Lots of encouraging news from our partner Diocese of Dornakal in India: St Andrew’s Church, Kothagudem, has been celebrating a joyful Easter season, with many baptisms taking place. Read via 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2026/news-fr...

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News from The Diocese of Dornakal – Diocese of Gloucester

We are the Church of England community in and around Gloucestershire, committed to sharing the transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ, so that people may know life in all its fullness

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

"... and whatever our joys and struggles in life, may we be courageous in deepening how we live and share Christ’s life in all its fullness among the people and places of our daily lives" ~ Bishop Rachel writes 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2026/message...

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Message from Bishop Rachel, 21 April 2026 – Diocese of Gloucester

We are the Church of England community in and around Gloucestershire, committed to sharing the transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ, so that people may know life in all its fullness

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

"I might dare to redeem the words of a President by expressing my longing for *all* people to be brought back to a Stone Age – to a time when a stone was rolled away from a tomb, proclaiming the power and mystery of God’s love ..." ~ #Easter message 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2026/bishop-...

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Bishop Rachel’s Easter sermon 2026 – Diocese of Gloucester

We are the Church of England community in and around Gloucestershire, committed to sharing the transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ, so that people may know life in all its fullness

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

🐣 Easter to Pentecost Lectionary reflections are available via the 'Sharing our Faith' webpage 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/living-faith...

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The Welcome Directory @welcome-directory.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

We were really proud to be involved in this amazing event organised by Bishop Rachel @glosdioc.bsky.social, one of our patrons, which brought together people with lived experience, churches, chaplaincies, charities and a range of organisations. Find out more and watch a précis video!

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Justice, mercy and hope – Diocese of Gloucester

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Anna Bishop @revannabishop.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

🧵Hot off the press! @sarumcollege.bsky.social Summer and Autumn Brochure 2026 is out now. Look inside for ever-popular favourites, such as ‘Reading Scripture Together, ‘Modern Mystics, Theology Catch-Ups and Tom Clammer’s days on prayer and worship. www.sarum.ac.uk/wp-content/u...

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

"... the soft option is simply locking away more people for longer and doing nothing else. The tough option is asking how we actually deal with each person as an individual, with a focus on transformation." ~ Bishop Rachel on the justice system 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2026/justice...

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Justice, mercy and hope – Diocese of Gloucester

We are the Church of England community in and around Gloucestershire, committed to sharing the transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ, so that people may know life in all its fullness

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

VACANCY: Collaborative Ministry Lead: Lifelong Learning 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2026/collabo... We're looking for a creative, flexible and holistic thinker who cares passionately about nurturing leaders who will share the good news of Jesus Christ and make disciples in all our varied contexts.

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Collaborative Ministry Lead: Lifelong Learning – Diocese of Gloucester

We are the Church of England community in and around Gloucestershire, committed to sharing the transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ, so that people may know life in all its fullness

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Join us on 10th March in London, for: Living Christ’s Mercy, Justice and Hope. An in-person event for organisations, churches and individuals wanting to deepen their involvement or develop a Christian response to people in prison and those leaving prison. ℹ️👉 gloucester.anglican.org/event/save-t...

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Bookings now open: Living Christ’s mercy, justice and hope – Diocese of Gloucester

We are the Church of England community in and around Gloucestershire, committed to sharing the transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ, so that people may know life in all its fullness

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

"... it is therefore not surprising that, with the publication of further details of links between those called to public service and the late Jeffrey Epstein, there is an increasing sense of anger and indeed betrayal" ~ Bishop Robert writes Read in full 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2026/message...

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Message from Bishop Robert, 10 February 2026 – Diocese of Gloucester

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Nacro @nacro.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

✏️New research in @prtuk.bsky.social's Bromley Briefings reveals 72% of prisons are overcrowded, up from 63% in 2023-24, amidst worsening safety outcomes from prisoners and staff. Find out more: shorturl.at/JcGCt

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72% of prisons overcrowded with ‘runaway sentence inflation’ behind overburdened jails – The Justice Gap

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

"... let me be quick to reiterate that there is no place for antisemitic attitudes and behaviour in our local communities. The danger of the language of being ‘pro’ a particular people immediately implies that you are ‘anti’ another" ~ Bishop Rachel writes 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2026/message...

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Message from Bishop Rachel, 3 February 2026 – Diocese of Gloucester

We are the Church of England community in and around Gloucestershire, committed to sharing the transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ, so that people may know life in all its fullness

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

'If only you knew what made for peace' — join us in Tewkesbury on 15 Feb to hear The Very Revd Canon Richard Sewell, Dean of St George’s College, Jerusalem, share his eyewitness reflections on peace, conflict, and hope from the #HolyLand 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/event/if-onl...

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‘If only you knew what made for peace’ ~ The Very Rev’d Canon Richard Sewell – Diocese of Gloucester

We are the Church of England community in and around Gloucestershire, committed to sharing the transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ, so that people may know life in all its fullness

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Graham Usher @bishopnorwich.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Marking Holocaust Memorial Day with bishops Guli and Rachel at St George’s Cathedral in Jerusalem, having spent time over the last few days with Israeli Jews. Remembering those “Among the holy and pure who shine brightly in the firmament”.

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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 28/01/2026

Join us in prayer today, on the Confirmation of Election of the Archbishop of Canterbury. 🙏

A PRAYER FOR
THE CONFIRMATION OF ELECTION
OF THE ARCHBISHOP OF CANTERBURY

Almighty God,
you call your Church in every age
to proclaim the Gospel of Christ:
look with mercy upon your servant Sarah,
and grant that, as deacon, she may care for those in need,
as priest, sustain us with the ministry of word and sacrament,
and as bishop, guard the faith
and build up the body of Christ in holiness.
Give her wisdom and kindness
that as archbishop, she may promote unity, seek truth,
and lead us in the way of righteousness and peace;
through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord,
who is alive and reigns with you,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and for ever.
Amen.

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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 28/01/2026

Today, at St Paul's Cathedral, Bishop Sarah officially becomes the Archbishop of Canterbury. Find out what will happen as senior bishops meet to confirm her election.

Bishop Sarah Mullally, wearing a clerical shirt and collar, pictured below text that reads 'What is the Confirmation of Election?'

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

"Britain is neither wholly evil nor wholly pure, but a fallen community capable of renewal. It is a place marked by both disgrace and grace, held together by law, peace, and the possibility of God’s healing work" ~ Bishop Robert writes 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2026/message...

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Message from Bishop Robert, 27 January

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

"The IPP licence disrupts relationships, breeds anxiety, despair, hopelessness and alienation." ~ Bishop Rachel speaks out in the House of Lords, on the controversial #IPP sentences Good to see this recent update [via @ungripp.bsky.social] 👇

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

An important step in the right direction: #sentencingact beginning to address the controversial 'Indeterminate Sentences for Public Protection' which have done a disservice to so many. Mark Conway, CEO at Fair Justice talks about #IPP here: gloucester.anglican.org/2024/the-inj...

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Holding the key, podcast episode 3: Bishop Rachel talks to Marc Conway

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The Howard League @thehowardleague.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

When the prison system gets bigger, the problems within it get bigger, becoming harder to solve. And it makes no sense to build new jails when there are too few staff to run the ones we already have. howardleague.org/why-are-prisons-ov…

Interior view of a multi-level prison block with blue cell doors and white metal railings surrounding the walkways.

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churchtimes.bsky.social @churchtimes.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

“It only takes one person one day a year to make enough votive candles to last for a year; so, if we could get a few thousand churches upcycling candles on one day a year, it could make millions of pounds for charity."

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Worshipper upcycles discarded church candles to help the environment

He began to collect leftover wax from candles at St Peter’s, Prestbury, to save money

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

#IRAN "I suspect that in the coming months we are going to see more Iranians arriving on our beaches, I wonder what His Majesty's government is doing to prepare for this, and be forward-thinking in the stance which will be adopted regarding welcome and hospitality?" ~ @bishgloucester.bsky.social

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

#GROK #Ofcom "What more will the government do to create a robust framework so that AI will be used responsibly in the whole landscape of misogyny and abuse? [And] Why does it seem that Ofcom does not have teeth?" Bishop Rachel's role in the House of Lords 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/support-serv...

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

#supportworkers "It's music to my ears that these Parenting Support Workers in Wales have been instrumental in engaging with families, providing early preventative support to resolve those issues before they escalate to criminal proceedings." ~ Bishop Rachel on #justicesystem #prisonreform

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

#Gaza: NGOs are facing considerable obstacles to providing aid and working in Gaza; "What more can be done to encourage the government of Israel to give international NGOs the access they need to the region?" ~ Bishop Rachel's intervention yesterday gloucester.anglican.org/support-serv...

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Today in the #HouseofLords, @bishgloucester.bsky.social asked for support on behalf of Iranians in the UK, who are struggling to contact friends and family in Iran due to the protests. #IRAN #IranProtests #gloucestershire

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

"I'm very grateful for the action being taken by Ofcom to investigate X and the Grok AI chatbot, but what is the government doing to create a robust framework so that AI will be used responsibly ..." ~ @bishgloucester.bsky.social in the House of Lords this week. #grokai #sexualharassment #deepfakes

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Transform Justice @transformjustice.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

⚠️Can rehabilitation be delivered in prisons - and where are we going wrong? Andi Brierley joins us to discuss how we can ensure people leaving prison have the opportunity to move away from offending. 🎧Catch up on the latest episode of the Transform Justice Podcast now! pod.fo/e/3648a8

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