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Church plan for a year of action on tackling climate change
27 August 2008
A new guide from the Church of England offers church leaders a template for a year-long programme of practical action to reduce their congregations' carbon footprints, as energy prices head upwards. More> |
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Update from the Church of England
22 August 2008
A monthly update from the Communications Unit of the Church of England. More> |
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Prayer Calendar Available on-line
22 August 2008
The Diocesan Prayer calendar is available for downloading
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The Ringing Roadshow 2008 - Stoneleigh, Warwickshire
22 July 2008
A two day event showcasing bell ringing as a hobby is to be held in Stoneleigh on Friday Spetember 5th and Saturday September 6th - a press release from the Central Council of Bellringers More> |
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Cash boost for Kings Heath Development
16 July 2008
A £6.3 million project to create a new heart for Kings Heath has been given a cash boost by Birmingham City Council as work continues to build a new village square and community facilities within the campus of All Saints Church. More> |
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SPACE ENCOUNTERS AT BIRMINGHAM CATHEDRAL
13 July 2008
Four multi-sensory prayer stations have been placed around the Cathedral based on the themes of Faith, Peace, Direction and Rest. More> |
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Ordination of Priests and Deacons
01 July 2008
St Philip’s Cathedral has been filled to bursting for two glorious ordination services at the end of June. More> |
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Alum Rock Primary a role model for church schools, says Bishop
30 June 2008
St Saviours CofE Primary was graded outstanding for its overall effectiveness and praised for its warm and supportive ethos. More> |
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BBC Director General Formally Opens Restored Buildings
30 June 2008
A Medieval Extravaganza was held at the Tudor Saracen's Head and the neighbouring Old Grammar School, when hundreds of people visited the restored buildings and various activities with a medieval theme were held. More> |
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BELLS PEAL AS ERDINGTON WELCOMES NEW VICAR
22 June 2008
The Revd Freda Evans was welcomed warmly to the parish of St Barnabas Erdington with a special service held both outside the church and in the hall of the primary school. More> |
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Faith leaders united in Alum Rock 'no-go area' debate
18 June 2008
Relationships between faith leaders from Alum Rock and Saltley have been strengthened by the challenge presented by recent events in the area. More> |
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Journey to Justice marks tenth anniversary of Jubilee
19 May 2008
Over a thousand debt campaigners marked the tenth anniversary of the ‘Drop the Debt’ human chain in Birmingham on Sunday May 18th.
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Wedding First for New St Luke's Lee Bank
12 May 2008
A bride and groom will be making church history in Lee Bank this Saturday as the newly-opened church centre hosts its first wedding. More> |
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Whitsun Worshippers Bless the City
12 May 2008
Just over 2,000 Christians from across the region filled Birmingham Cathedral churchyard with prayers and music in a move to mark Pentecost, or Whitsun, with a special Hope 08 celebration. More> |
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Opening of Foundation Building at St Margaret's Primary School Olton
09 May 2008
On May 8th governors, staff, parents and children at St Margaret’s School in Olton were delighted to celebrate the opening of a new £400,000 Foundation Stage building, built by Solihull Building and Roofing and designed and managed by Richard Barnes of Birmingham Diocese Property Services. More> |
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Campaign Launched to bring Brummies Back to Church.
28 April 2008
The Diocese of Birmingham is launching “Back 2 Church Sunday” campaign this week, building on the success of a pilot project run in 2007. More> |
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SHOES SHINED TO REFLECT THE LOVE OF GOD
20 March 2008
Commuters walking past the Cathedral on Thursday, March 20th, were offered a 21st Century footwash as the Bishop of Birmingham, the Dean and church leaders from across the Diocese shone shoes for passers-by. More> |
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Churches Must Change and Take Risks, Urges Birmingham’s Bishop
17 March 2008
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Bishop's Prayers Reach New Heights
09 March 2008
The Bishop of Birmingham took his prayers to a higher level this week as he joined a roofer at work in Balsall Heath. More> |
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