Holocaust Memorial Day: Reflecting on The Fragility of Freedom
Published on: 17th January 2024As this year's Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) draws closer, many Jews, minorities and world faith groups hope people will come together to reflect and pray.
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Extending a comforting hand: A Beacon of Support
Published on: 17th January 2024For many rural towns and villages that dominate our diocese, the post office, like the church, often remains one of the last centres of community life. The revelations of the challenges faced by those impacted by the Horizon scandal have rocked many and ignited a call for support.
Plough Sunday honours the farming community
Published on: 11th January 2024A sense of joy and communal spirit are being celebrated by many churches across Hereford Diocese including those in Abbeydore Deanery and Fownhope Benefice as part of Plough Sunday, a cherished tradition that marks the beginning of the agricultural year.
Unlock New Opportunities in 2024: Volunteer as a School Governor
Published on: 11th January 2024As many returned to work and school this week, some of us may have our hearts set on personal and professional growth for 2024 as part of our New Year's resolutions. If you're pondering how to offer something back to the local community and make a meaningful impact: volunteering in the world of education is a great start.
Harmony and Hope: A special Ukrainian Christmas Celebration Unites Cultures
Published on: 20th December 2023Over a hundred guests and hosts came together in a heartwarming celebration hosted by the Bishop of Hereford last weekend. The festive gathering, which took place at the The Bishop’s Palace in Hereford featured performances by a Ukrainian children's and adult choirs singing traditional Ukrianian songs.
Appointments and Departures Q1 2024
Published on: 20th December 2023News from Hereford Diocese of the latest appointments and departures - Dec 2023 - Jun 2024
Public consultation event on the future use of St Nicholas' Hereford
Published on: 19th December 2023Hereford Diocese seeks to engage public opinion on the future of St Nicholas' Church, Hereford. It is an integral part of Hereford’s architectural landscape and is a much-loved building by many in the community. Following the completion of the first consultation phase earlier this year, the Church Parochial Council is working in partnership with Hereford Diocese to seek to engage the opinion of residents, historians and any other interested parties on the preferred way forward for the future of this building.
New grant fund open to churches in the diocese
Published on: 13th December 2023Hereford Diocese is pleased to announce that it has received a share of £6.2 million allocated across dioceses by the Church of England. The Diocese has received £123,750 to give in grants of up to £12,000 for minor repairs and improvements to church buildings before the end of 2025.
Archbishop joins a day of prayers in Hereford.
Published on: 9th December 2023The Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Revd Justin Welby, the leader of the Church of England, is visiting Churches in Hereford Diocese today, Saturday 9 December as part of the Year of Prayer.
Leominster Priory to host a 'Together at Christmas Community Carol Service.'
Published on: 6th December 2023The Princess of Wales has designated Leominster Priory as one of only 12 churches in the UK for a 'Together at Christmas Community Carol Service.'
