Near-death experience inspires Bible website
A near-death experience and a second chance at life galvanized a retired Norwich church minister into launching a new online Bible ministry, with the help of a dedicated friend. (Author: .)
Queen honours Norwich church duo with MBEs
Two different members of the same Norwich church have both been awarded MBEs in the Queen’s New Year’s honours list, announced today. (Author: .)
Ex-RAF man helps church reach Norfolk men
Ashill man and former Royal Air Force technician Mark Clamp has become the East Anglia Regional Director of Christian Vision for Men. (Author: .)
Norwich writer Rachel's messages of hope
As a Norwich-based writer, oil painter, speaker and poet, Rachel Snell is a gifted communicator who has found a novel way to distribute her poems. (Author: .)
Back from the dead after lethal jellyfish attack
Ian McCormack was clinically dead for 15 minutes, experiencing both hell and heaven before he came back to life after being stung by five poisonous box jellyfish. (Author: .)
Ride of courage from ex-Norwich biker Chris
A broken shoulder, collarbone and ribs were not enough to put off former-Norwich motorcyclist Chris Morley, who made a remarkable come-back from injury this season to win Oulton Park's prestigious allcomers motorcycle race. (Author: .)
Lisa was heroine of nursery machete attack
Thirteen years ago a horrifying ordeal with a machete-wielding attacker changed the course of Lisa Potts' life. (Author: .)
Jan's pocket prayers are Christmas number one
Jan McFarlane, the Archdeacon of Norwich, has had her first book published and it has proved to be a Christmas number one. (Author: .)
Father sold daughter on streets on Norwich
Maria Landon's childhood innocence was stolen forever when her father, who was a pimp, forced her to become a prostitute in the Norwich red light district when she was still a schoolgirl, aged 14. (Author: .)
Norwich Bishop's grief over daughter's death
It was a terrible day – one that the Bishop of Norwich, Graham James and his wife Julie will never be able to forget – a day when their lives changed forever. (Author: .)
Christian flying doctors appeal for support
Two ex-Norwich medics who launched a flying doctors charity, Mercy Flyers based in Zambia, are appealing for supporters to come forward and help them keep their lifeline of hope extended. (Author: .)
Norwich girl's tale of marriage to Conmen King
Being married to the so-called King of the Conmen, was never going to be easy for Norfolk girl Val Hartman. But her personal courage and an unshakeable faith in God, saw love win through in the end. (Author: .)
Norfolk priest gets on his bike to UN climate talks
A 70-year-old retired priest from Norfolk is cycling all the way to Copenhagen to show his support for the UN Climate Change Talks. (Author: .)
Norwich mum's faith beats family tragedy
Norwich mum Hannah Bassi says her faith has helped her battle back against family tragedy including the loss of four tiny children. (Author: .)
Atheist professor talks in Norwich of faith walk
Eminent scientist and author, Professor Roy Peacock, who was once a convinced atheist, told a Norwich audience how he came to believe in God. (Author: .)
Norwich told of emptiness of X-Factor lifestyle
A singer who found fame in an X-Factor-style TV talent show was almost driven to suicide by the emptiness of a celebrity lifestyle, a Norwich audience was recently told. (Author: .)
John offers cancer fight aid to old adversary
A former county council leader said he was "flabbergasted" after a Norfolk Christian he once helped put behind bars, contacted him to offer support in his fight against cancer. (Author: .)
Norwich ex-bishop who spent 11 years in prison
A Norwich-based former Bishop, who spent 11 years in prison, as well as a spell in the Army in a tank regiment, has decided to finally hang up his dog collar. (Author: .)
Prestigious award for Mike's photographic faith
Norwich Christian photographer, Mike Muscroft, has just been awarded the prestigious Licentiate of The Royal Photographic Society of Great Britain for his creative work. (Author: .)
Colin gets church life honour in Norwich service
Colin Websdell, Churchwarden in the Parish of Earlham, has been awarded life membership of the Church of England Guild of Vergers in a special ceremony at St George's, Tombland in Norwich. (Author: .)
Chirpy comedian gets Norwich fans laughing
The gentle non-stop humour of comedian Jimmy Cricket brought an appreciative reaction from the large audience who came to share an evening of comedy and faith at The Salvation Army in St Giles Street, Norwich, last Saturday. (Author: .)
Norwich family on the road blazing Gospel trail
When the Brights hit the tarmac on two wheels it is often a family affair. Greg, with wife Julie and their two young boys, blaze a gospel trail as members of the Norwich Christian Motorcyclists' Association. (Author: .)
Charity boost for Christian flying doctors lifeline
Two former Norwich medics who launched a flying doctors charity, Mercy Flyers based in Zambia, two years ago have made some important steps forward with the vital life-saving work. (Author: .)
Safe play in Africa is Norwich student's mission
Norwich Christian student Deborah Smith spent two weeks this summer helping to build a colourful new playground at a special needs school in Uganda. (Author: .)
Norwich chaplain moves after 18 years in prison
After more than 18 years “in the nick”, the last of these as Chaplain at HMP Norwich, the Rev Judith Wilson said goodbye to many friends at a party on a Broads river boat. (Author: .)
Book tells shocking story of young Norwich girl
Norwich best-selling author Maria Landon has released her second book which continues the shocking story of a young girl forced into prostitution on the streets of Norwich by her own father, and her painful journey to escape her horrific childhood. (Author: .)
Tim takes over as new YMCA Norfolk chief
He has helped homeless people in the most deprived parts of London and set up a church which has attracted hundreds of young people, and now Tim Sweeting is turning his hand to helping vulnerable youngsters in Norfolk.
Ex-Norwich City star set to become a priest
A former Norwich City, Manchester United and Northern Ireland football star is reportedly swapping his football kit for a cassock. (Author: .)
John honoured for 30 years at YMCA Norfolk
YMCA Norfolk Chief Executive, John Drake, who is handing over the reins to his successor Tim Sweeting, has been hailed by civic leaders for his great contribution to the Christian organization over the last 30 years.
Norwich church minister takes to the high seas
A Norwich church minister, who is registered as blind, has today taken to the high seas aboard a Tall Ship with both his father and his son for a voyage around Northern Europe. (Author: .)
Norfolk church member to chair new CofE Council
A Norfolk church member, and former BBC political adviser, has been appointed to chair the Church Buildings Council of the Church of England, a new statutory body. (Author: .)
YMCA Norfolk honours 250 years of service
Over 250 years of service by staff at YMCA Norfolk was recognised in a special ceremony at Norfolk County Hall last night (May 20).
Norwich soccer coach wins award for learning
YMCA Norfolk resident Michael Douglas has received two awards as part of Adult Learners Week to recognize his efforts in learning to become a community soccer coach in Norwich.
Divine exam inspiration from young achievers
School pupils facing exams can call on divine help with the inspiration of young solo sailor Michael Pelham and Paralympic gold medallist Ellie Simmonds via new downloadable prayer cards from the Church of England. (Author: .)
Christian racer bids for race track victory
Top Christian motorcyclist, Chris Morley, who grew up in Norwich, will be looking for victory on the race track this Easter when he when he puts his faith to the test. (Author: .)
Church minister Paul is on a mission to rally
Church minister Paul Harvey is a rally car driver on the fast track of faith in East Anglia and beyond. It takes him on the knife edge of danger at speeds of up to 120 mph in all weathers. (Author: .)
Financial team aims to help Norfolk Christians
A new wealth management and financial solutions company has been launched in Norfolk specifically to look after the financial needs of the Christian community.
Norwich family speak of their miracle baby
A Norwich family has spoken of their son's recovery from near-death as a baby, nearly 15 years ago, to become a lively and musically-gifted teenager today. (Author: .)
Christian biker president rides into Norfolk
UK President of the Christian Motorcyclists' Association, Mike Fitton, put a new spin under the wheels of its Norwich members in a bid to win more bikers for Christ during a visit to Norfolk. (Author: .)
Jan makes history in Norwich Diocese
Norwich's first ever female archdeacon was installed during a ceremony in front of hundreds at the city's Anglican cathedral on Sunday (March 15). (Author: .)
Norfolk bishop who 'won hearts' is to retire
A Norfolk bishop who "won the hearts of many people" is to retire after eight years' work in the Norwich Diocese. (Author: .)
YMCA Norfolk starts search for new chief
YMCA Norfolk is looking for a new chief executive officer after the decision by existing CEO John Drake to step down after completing 30 years of distinguished service.
Army chief says God saved his life four times
The Norfolk-based head of the British Army, General Sir Richard Dannatt, who says soldiers need to be spiritually prepared for death, believes God saved his own life four times. (Author: Andrew Halloway)
Death crash a wake-up call for football legend
England international Cyrille Regis told a Norwich audience recently how the death, in a car crash, of his great friend and fellow international Laurie Cunningham, came as a dramatic wake up call.
New meaning in life Ash tells Norwich audience
Former Hindu businessman, Ash Kotecha, told a Norwich audience how his search for meaning in life ended when he came to faith in Jesus, despite fierce family opposition.
Norwich minister unearths £128,000 legacy
The sizeable legacy of a quiet Norwich church member will help provide healthcare and a Christian education for hundreds of Indian youngsters thanks to a chance remark and the detective work of a local minister.
Helen appointed to help Christian site expand
Network Norwich has appointed a new website officer to help with its proposed development into a site covering the whole of Norfolk.
Pauline appointed for Julian programme
Pauline Lovelock has been appointed by the Friends of Julian to work with schools and adult groups around Norfolk.
Bishop of Norwich appoints new chaplain
The Bishop of Norwich has appointed the Rev Simon Ward as his new Chaplain to take over from Rev Jan McFarlane who has been appointed Archdeacon of Norwich.
From postie to toastie for Norwich's Bob
Norwich Royal Mail postie, Bob Lloyd, has now become a professional toastie, after putting down his church worship guitar in favour of a gavel.
Norwich vicar Jan's debt to Dawn French
As director of communications Diocese of Norwich, Reverend Jan McFarlane is the public voice and face of the Anglican church in the city. She also owes a debt of gratitude to the Vicar of Dibley - Dawn French.
New deacons and priests across Norfolk
The Bishop of Norwich is to ordain three new deacons at Norwich Cathedral on Saturday 4th October at 11am.
Surprise as Norwich Bible is worth thousands
A Norwich churchgoer was stunned when she took her Bible to her place of worship and was told it could be worth several thousand pounds.
Former lawyer made lay canon in Norwich
A former corporate lawyer has been apointed as a new Lay Canon of Norwich Cathedral and also as a member of the Chapter, the governing body of the Cathedral.
New venue as Norfolk ministers pray together
A group of Norfolk church ministers will be meeting together on August 6 to pray for the city and county at a new venue.
18 years of caring at the All Saints Centre
For more than 18 years Lilias Standage has provided advice and care for hundreds of under-privileged people living in Norwich.
Priest, politician and friend is set to retire
Norwich will soon be missing a man with many talents. Canon Hereward Cooke, a priest, cyclist, former council leader, industrial chaplain and friend, is retiring to North Norfolk with his wife Diana.
An inspirational video: My Redeemer Lives
A truly inspirational video: My Redeemer Lives. Higly recommended, just watch it.
YMCA wins Norwich street life soccer cup
Five homeless young men from YMCA Norfolk have won the Norwich Football in the Community Cup at the end of the 30-week Street Life Soccer course.
Packed church welcomes new Norwich pastor
A packed church and overflow tent witnessed the induction of a new pastor, who has just retired from the RAF, to South Park Evangelical Church in Norwich.
Biggest ordination in Norwich for a decade
The Bishop of Norwich ordained 21 new clergy at Norwich Cathedral on Saturday June 28, in the biggest ordination in the Diocese for over a decade. They included two nurses, an engineer, a nun and an IT expert.
First-ever female archdeacon set for Norwich
The Bishop of Norwich has announced the appointment of the first female archdeacon ever to be appointed to the Diocese of Norwich.
Chris achieves record run after heart attack
Norwich Christian homeless project leader Chris Callaghan has completed a 5km run in a personal best time only months after suffering a heart attack.
Norwich duo go extra 120 miles for church
Vicar of Mile Cross in Norwich, Rev Paul Mackay, together with Simon Bransby, a member of his Parochial Church Council are going the extra mile to raise charity cash.
Norwich pastor talks of battle against cancer
Pastor Tom Chapman of Surrey Chapel in Norwich says that faith in Christ has given him help, hope and a sense of humour through his recent brain cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Graham Dacre steps down from NFLC team
Well-known Norwich Christian businessman and Open Academy sponsor, Graham Dacre, has stepped down from the pastoral leadership team at Norwich Family Life Church, but plans for the £5m church at Hellesdon are pressing ahead.
Joel reveals agenda for change in Norwich
One of the UK’s most influential church leaders revealed his Agenda for Change in Norwich last night.
Laughter tops Norwich bill for Cannon and Ball
Laughter topped the bill when well-known comedy duo Tommy Cannon and Bobby Ball were guests of The Salvation Army in Norwich on April 5.
Duo have chance of football world cup glory
Two homeless young men from Norwich have moved one step closer to making the final squad for the England Homeless World Cup football team.
Canon trio are honoured by Bishop of Norwich
The Bishop of Norwich has installed three new Honorary Canons of Norwich Cathedral in recognition of their service to the Diocese.
Ipswich killer forgiven by street girl's father
The Christian father of murdered Ipswich prostitute Tania Nicol has revealed why he had to forgive her killer. Tania was one of five girls murdered in Ipswich by convicted serial killer Steve Wright.
Norwich quartet's chance of world cup glory
Four homeless young men from Norwich YMCA have been given the chance of emulating Beckham, Owen and Rooney by representing England in a football world cup finals.
Norwich duo help launch Hillsong Cape Town
A Norwich Christian couple, who have helped to create the largest youth group in the city, are to move to South Africa to help launch a new Hillsong Church in Cape Town.
Service to mark miracle escape from living hell
Illuminée Nganemariya, a Rwandan Genocide survivor, who now lives in Norwich, is organising a memorial service to mark the 14th anniversary of the Genocide.
Counting pennies a good discipline says pastor
A Norwich minister said he had got “better discipline in my life and in my commitment to God” after spending the Lent period living on Jobseekers' Allowance.
Steve Chalke learns his lessons the hard way
Steve Chalke talks exclusively to Network Norwich about being a world record holder, UN special advisor, head of Oasis Trust, Academy provider, TV presenter, church leader, change agent and controversial author.
Dream role for Norwich Salvation Army trio
This March sees the first Easter celebrations led by the new leadership team of the Salvation Army Citadel in Norwich
Round world walker carries cross into Norwich
Arthur Blessitt, who has carried a 12ft wooden cross round the world, visited Norwich last weekend to walk through the city and speak at Proclaimers Church.
Norwich Archdeacon is set to retire
The Archdeacon of Norwich is to retire from full-time ministry in the summer.
Norwich pastor has to count the pennies
Mark Fairweather-Tall, pastor of Norwich Central Baptist Church (NCBC) has decided to live on the job seekers' allowance of £59.15 per week throughout Lent.
Real life stories book from YMCA Norfolk
To mark Homelessness Sunday on January 27, YMCA Norfolk has published a book of short true life stories about some of the amazing people associated with it.
Norfolk pastors speak of Kenyan nightmare
Two Norfolk pastors who were caught up in the violence sweeping Kenya, have written of their horrifying experiences and appealed for cash to help local families.
Messianic Jew set to speak in Norfolk
David Silver, a New Zealand born Messianic Jew who is pastor of a fellowship on Mt Carmel, Israel and author of A slow Train Coming will be speak at at Hingham Christian Fellowship, on February 3.
Mafia gangster has encounter with God
Newcastle mafia gangster Davey Falcus was on the road to ruin with a cocaine and alcohol addiction and a string of violent convictions behind him, when his life was changed after an encounter with God.
Who's Who accolade for Norwich Christian
Dean of medicine at Norwich’s UEA, and active Christian, Professor Sam Leinster, is among 1,000 new names in the latest edition of Who's Who.
The man who discovered the Spice Girls
Nick Battle's music career saw him first introduce the Spice Girls, co-write songs with Gary Barlow and work with Simon Cowell.
Man who met God on the 8.30 London train
As Martin Kentish, a Norwich-based marketing analyst, got onto the 8.30am London train, little did he realize that he was about to have a life-changing encounter.
Blind Norwich minister just loves adventure
A blind Christian minister in Norwich has a great love of ocean-going adventures – which have led him to climb 130 feet above deck to work on the yard-arm of the magnificent tall ship, Tenacious.
Jacob's journey to Norfolk has happy ending
In the last 12 months some good, some funny, and some not so good things have happened to a family from Zimbabwe who have made a new life for themselves in Norwich.
Miracle escape from 100 days of living hell
Illuminée Nganemariya, a Rwandan Genocide survivor, who now lives in Norwich, woke up every morning for 100 days of living hell facing the prospect of being killed.
New Wine leader set to speak in Norfolk
Ian Parkinson, host of New Wine North and East, will be in Norfolk in November speaking about Worship, Teaching and Ministry in the power of the Holy Spirit.
Norwich URC appoints community worker
Liz Kam has been appointed as the Church Related Community Worker (CRCW) for the United Reformed Church in Norwich.
Hundreds pay tribute to ex Bishop of Norwich
Hundreds of people gathered at Norwich Cathedral on Friday September 28 to remember one of the most popular bishops the diocese has ever known.
Norwich Bishop ordains eight new deacons
The Bishop of Norwich ordained eight new deacons to serve across the Diocese of Norwich at Norwich Cathedral on Saturday September 29
YMCA resident elected student vice-president
David-Marc Pratt, currently a resident at the YMCA Norfolk hostel in Norwich, has been elected Vice-President of the Student Union at City College Norwich.
Christian rapper's musical career starts in jail
Norwich Christian rapper Jon Jones (JonJon) has started out on a musical career in the secure surrounding of Norwich prison.
Nightmare tale from a teenage runaway
A tale of nightmares, abortion, divorce and suicide mix with stories from the Swinging Sixties and the French Foreign Legion at New Hope Christian Centre in Lakenham, Norwich on Saturday June 23.
Aviva boss heads for voluntary work in Africa
Aviva and former Norwich Union boss Richard Harvey and his wife Kay will be spending a year in Africa doing voluntary work with the charity, Concern Universal, from July.
Paul's journey from China to Norwich
From factory manager in mainland China to founder of a chain of successful restaurants in Norwich – that's the surprising story of entrepreneur and Christian Paul Lin.
Couple return to prayer walk across Norwich
A Norwich Christian couple who left the city 10 years ago to work with the needy in London have returned to devote themselves to prayer walking around the City Gates.
Norwich church poet wins international prize
Norwich poet and member of St Augustine’s church, Tim Lenton, has won an international poetry prize and will see his work published in July.
Baptist Assembly recognises Norwich pastor
Ten people from Norwich Central Baptist Church, including the two pastors, have just returned from the Baptist Assembly in Brighton.
Rev's marathon run between two churches
Running reverend Phillip Young has jogged 26 miles to his new parish in Norwich, just two weeks after completing the London Marathon.
An African step of faith for Aviva boss
Aviva and former Norwich Union boss Richard Harvey is taking a step of faith, giving up his high profile job to spend a year doing charity work in Africa with wife Kay.
Peacemaker Kember speaks of Iraq kidnap
Christian peacemaker Norman Kember marked the first anniversary of his release from captivity in Iraq by releasing a book on his experiences and reflections. He spoke to Norfolk journalist Ian Clarke.
Lord teaches Norwich trio to change world
Three Norwich YMCA residents have been learning how to change the world from a lord and a lobbyist.
Rev Pat gets MBE for Indian charity work
Norfolk minister Rev Canon Pat Atkinson has been made an MBE in the New Year’s honours list for nearly two decades of work helping street children in India.
Entertainer Len still has the magic touch
A good laugh is better than all the pills in the world! So believes 90-year-old Norwich comedian, magician, singer and all-round entertainer Len Rudd.
Big Brother star Cameron is a winner
Big Brother winner Cameron Stout was one of the most popular and most unlikely contestants ever to star on the hit Channel 4 TV reality show.
Fight for life in Atlantic hurricane
Caught in a 100mph hurricane in a rowing boat in the Atlantic Ocean, Mark Stubbs said a silent prayer to God.
Ecumenical rural adviser appointed
The East Anglia District of the Methodist Church and the Church of England's Diocese of Norwich have combined forces to appoint a Rural Adviser.
John and Doreen retire from New Hope
John and Doreen Betts have retired from leadership at New Hope Christian Centre after 40 years of service in Norwich. Duane and Clare Elkins have taken over.
Norwich bishop speaks of cancer battle
Norwich's Roman Catholic bishop has talked about his battle with prostate cancer after finishing his lifesaving radiotherapy sessions.
Magical bishop starts new Norwich adventure
Wrestling giant bats and being held at gunpoint are all in a day's work for a bishop who plays the banjo and is a fully paid up member of the magic circle.
Christian entrepreneur sells Lind for £108m
Norfolk Christian businessman Graham Dacre has sold East Anglia’s biggest motor retailer, Lind Automotive Group, for over £108 million.
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