Diocese of Norwich

Spring Prayer Diary out now. Pray together across Norfolk and Waveney.

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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.

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

Bishop of Norwich: "I want to equip our churches to stand as a focus of hope and joy at the heart of communities." - Diocese of Norwich The Bishop of Norwich was asked to write a piece for the Eastern Daily Press’s first Farm and Country supplement of 2026. He celebrated the deep connection between church and […]

The Bishop of Norwich was asked to write a piece for the EDP’s farm and country supplement.

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Thank you to all the clergy, lay ministers, churchwardens, musicians, welcomes, polishers and arrangers who have prepared a Christmas welcome across the 658 churches of @diocese ofnorwich.bsky.social - time now for a glass of fizz!

To the most wonderful carol service in the cow barn at Thornage Hall - which provides supported living, learning and working for adults with learning disabilities.

Prayers ascend for all impacted by the appalling and horrific attacks in Australia. Hanukkah commemorates the resilience and hope of the Jewish people, and the miracle of light enduring in dark times. These moments call for solidarity, peace, and standing together against hate in all it forms.

Jesus Christ is always at the centre of Christmas. And everyone's invited to experience it with us.

Come and celebrate Christmas at a church near you.

Find services and events in your local community at AChurchNearYou.com/christmas.

St Mark’s leads the way with the Diocese’s first Eco Church gold award - Diocese of Norwich St Mark’s Church in Oulton Broad has become the first church in the Diocese of Norwich to be awarded the Eco Church Gold Award by the Christian environmental charity A […]

Congratulations to the first church in the Diocese of Norwich to reach Eco GOLD award. Well done to all at St Mark’s in Oulton Broad. 🙏🏻✝️🌳

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New discipleship course in Diocese of Norwich comes highly recommended by first cohort to achieve Certificate in Christian Learning. - Diocese of Norwich The first cohort to complete a new course enabling a deeper understanding of the Christian faith have received their certificates and are recommending the course to others. The Bishop of […]

“This is an excellent, well structured, thought provoking course, ideal for everyone, no matter where you are on your faith journey.”

The first group to complete the Bishop’s Certificate in Christian learning have received their certificates.

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Lots of people enjoyed an Accessible Carol Service at St Mark’s Church in Oulton Broad today.

Thanks for sharing St Mark’s!

#accessiblechurch #inclusive #welcoming

A joy to see confirmations on Advent Sunday around the Diocese.

Wymondham Abbey.
Cawston church.

A really good Diocesan Synod affirming our vision and strategy work, as well as receiving Baroness Sal Brinton’s challenge about truly welcoming disabled people into the life of the Church.

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With a focus on chaplaincy stories.

Join together to pray across Norfolk and Waveney.

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Your invite to ecumenical service at St John's Cathedral A final reminder has ben issued for the Ecumenical Service with Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney at St John the Baptist Catholic Cathedral in Norwich on Sunday 23 November, 3.30pm

A final reminder has been issued for the Ecumenical Service with Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney at The Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich on Sunday 23 November, 3.30pm @dioceseofnorwich.bsky.social

New Standard for Norfolk church dedicated ahead of Remembrance services. - Diocese of Norwich A new Standard has been dedicated at a special service in time for Remembrance Sunday and other community ceremonies. The Standard is for St John’s Church in Harleston, which was […]

New Standard for Harleston dedicated in time for Remembrance Sunday.

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Joyful African music fills Norwich Cathedral for worship service to commemorate Black History Month. - Diocese of Norwich The joyful sounds of the African Choir of Norfolk and African drumming rang out in Norwich Cathedral at a special service of worship to commemorate Black History Month. The service […]

A very special service @norwichcathedral.bsky.social for Black History Month.

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An uplifting and wonderful service at Norwich Cathedral for Black History Month on Sunday 26 October.

Excellent to hear from;
👉🏽 The African Choir of Norfolk
👉🏾 The Venerable Dr Chigor Chike, Archdeacon of Lewisham and Greenwich
👉🏼 African drumming from the International Music Group.

A marvellous morning with new incumbents from across Norfolk and Waveney. An opportunity to spend time with the archdeacons and the parish support team at Diocesan House.

Announcement of the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury - Diocese of Norwich The Rt Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally DBE to become 106th Archbishop of Canterbury. As a member of the Crown Nomination Commission, the Bishop of Norwich, the Rt […]

The Rt Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally DBE to become the next Archbishop of Canterbury.

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St John the Baptist Church Harleston fire, a statement - Diocese of Norwich On Monday 1 October 2025, a fire broke out at St John the Baptist church in Harleston in the Diocese of Norwich. An investigation into the cause of the fire […]

A statement following the fire at St John the Baptist Church, Harleston.

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📸St John the Baptist Church, Harleston before the fire. c.Diocese of Norwich.

“There can be no room for indifference or resignation in the face of climate change” - Bishop of Norwich | The Church of England The Church of England’s lead bishop for environmental affairs, Graham Usher, has called for renewed commitment to the UK’s net zero targets.

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Very concerned to hear of the large fire at St John's Church, Harleston. Prayers that no one is injured and for the emergency services tackling the blaze.

Today I sat through some excellent speeches in the House of Lords. The clear message was that the ‘Assisted Dying’ Bill needs much more scrutiny. The expertise in the House is immense. Deep concerns were raised by doctors, nurses, lawyers, and those of us experienced in pastoral care of the dying.

Anglican Communion: Lungs of the Earth 'Lungs of the Earth' is a call for environmental action and advocacy. It invites Anglicans to restore and protect God's world with a particular focus on three vital ecosystems that act as the planet's...

In advance of COP30 in the Amazon, the Anglican Communion has launched a call for environmental action and advocacy to restore the ‘lungs of the earth’ - especially forests, oceans and ice-caps. www.anglicancommunion.org/mission/at-t...

A prayer following the death of the Duchess of Kent.

An incredible welcome from Bishop Reginald and Anglican parishioners in the New Guinea Islands - though being thrusted at with spears was an exhilarating new experience!

Warm summer days 🤝 Warm parish welcomes

The latest summer heatwave of 2025 has not slowed down the process of licensing new priests across Norfolk and Waveney!

Of late, these have included Bishops Graham and Ian welcoming clergy in Hemsby and Lound, Thorpe End and Stalham and Smallburgh.

The smiling faces of a couple unexpectedly married by a bishop!

Congratulations to Adam and Nina, married by the Bishop of Thetford who stepped in to officiate at short notice.

“Fantastic couple and a privilege for me…. I don’t get the chance to take many weddings.”

Palestinian statehood - Bishop of Norwich and Archbishop of York sign statement - Diocese of Norwich The Archbishop of York, together with the Bishops of Southwark, Gloucester, Chelmsford and Norwich, respond to the Prime Minister’s announcement on the possibility of recognising a Palestinian state: ...

The Bishop of Norwich has joined a call for the immediate end to the war in Gaza, the immediate and unconditional release of hostages and the UK government to recognise Palestinian statehood: www.dioceseofnorwich.org/palestinian-...