News Stories
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27 June 2019
in BuildingsNew services keep churches of the Diocese of Hereford safe for the future
It is now easier for churches and chapels in Hereford to carry out expert conservation and repair work to stonework, masonry and mortaring and roofs and towers, thanks to an expansion of MaintenanceBooker, www.maintenancebooker.org.uk the heritage website that helps keep church buildings safe for the future... Read more
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20 June 2019
Pentecost Celebrations
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20 June 2019
Hereford Times Article - 20/06/19
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17 June 2019
Response from the Bishop of Hereford following the Sandford St Martin's Awards
It is encouraging to see the subject of faith increasingly prominent within our media, highlighting the continued interest in religion and spirituality across our nation.
Last night the 2019 Sandford St Martin awards were... Read more -
14 June 2019
TV Programme About Hereford Vicars Wins National Award
A warm, frank and fresh observational documentary series following the lives and work of vicars in Hereford has won a national award, beating Chris Evans and Patrick Kielty.... Read more
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12 June 2019
Taize prayer services - 'The beauty and stillness'
I once visited St Paul’s Cathedral in London during the week. Tourists aimlessly wandered around the monuments to dead white men. It was more like a neglected museum than a place of worship, mystery or celebration. ‘One day,’ I thought ‘there will be a notice here explaining that, long ago, people used to come here for religious rites...’ Read more
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7 June 2019
in NewslettersParish Magazine Article - July 2019
This diocese has had links with Tanzania for more than 30 years. As well as direct links with particular churches, there have been educational, medical and agricultural connections.
A few weeks ago, I was fortunate to be able to visit all four of the dioceses with which we are currently linked. I was accompanied by Kay, my wife, Brian Chave, my Chaplain, and Alison Fawcett, who is a member of the Cathedral congregation... Read more -
4 June 2019
Parish Giving Scheme - A Continuing Success
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14 May 2019
in InformationRare surviving piece of dress once worn by Elizabeth I to go on display at Hampton Court Palace
A Rare surviving piece of dress once worn by Elizabeth I is to go on display at Hampton Court Palace alongside world-famous ‘Rainbow Portrait’
Following a three-year conservation project by Historic Royal Palaces, the spectacular Bacton Altar Cloth will go on display at Elizabeth I’s former home this autumn, united for the first time with the iconic portrait in which it may once have featured Read more -
9 May 2019
Hereford Times Article - 09/05/19
“Does religion do more harm than good?” That was the title of an article I read just before Easter.
Very soon there were examples of why that is by no means just a theoretical question... Read more