Latest Norfolk Christian community events 

The annual Chain of Prayer service will take place at Norwich Cathedral as part of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. From 10am – 4pm in St Luke’s Chapel of the Cathedral churches from across all denominations and traditions in Greater Norwich will be invited to take 15 minute prayer slots. The event is supported by Ecumenical Canons.

Everyone will be very welcome to drop by and join in praying for Christian Unity at any time during the day, which ever church will be taking the lead. If you are a church and would like to take one of the slots please get in contact on Catherine.howe@dioceseofnorwich.org.

From January 18-25 King’s Lynn churches will come together in daily services held in seven different churches across the town plus the Winter Night Shelter to pray for Christian unity, reconciliation and unusual kindness.  This service will be led by Pastor Vince Proffit.
 

Norwich Healing Rooms every Thursday evening 7.30 p.m. - 9.30 p.m. at St Edmunds Church Fishergate

On Friday, January 10 Call to Prayer will begin a series of training sessions focussing on destiny. It will encourage participants to explore who God has made them to be, their calling and purpose. The sessions will start with coffee at 9 am, followed by worship at 9.30 am and a 1pm finish.

The programme runs until Friday, February 14. Participates are encouraged to bring a journal. There is no charge but an offering will be taken each week.

From January 18-25 King’s Lynn churches will come together in daily services held in seven different churches across the town plus the Winter Night Shelter to pray for Christian unity, reconciliation and unusual kindness.  This service will be led by Pastor Vince Proffit.
 

Paul and Paula Weston from New Generation Church in Sidcup will be leading a fun and interactive evening

The Christian Endeavour Holiday Centre, The Pleasaunce, in Overstrand is holding a work-party day and would like as many people as possible to join in to help get the centre and garden ship-shape. You can come for half a day, the whole day or even just an hour. Soup and rolls will be provided at lunchtime. Please phone Jess Stubenbord on 01263 578230, or Jillian/Evie on 01263 579212. if you cab come. Or e-mail: thepleasaunce@cehc.org.uk or jamstubenbord@gmail.com

A day conference to explore the gifts of the Spirit. It will be an exciting time of teaching and equipping with practical activations to bring freedom and release. Soaked in an atmosphere of prophetic worship, this discipleship day is open to everyone. Please bring a packed lunch, or there are nearby cafes inf you prefer. No charge, but a love offering will be gratefully received.
Contact for the event is admin@call2prayer.co.uk

From January 18-25 King’s Lynn churches will come together in daily services held in seven different churches across the town plus the Winter Night Shelter to pray for Christian unity, reconciliation and unusual kindness.  This service will be led by Canon Christopher Ivory.
 

An activity for babies and their parents or carers. There will be opportunities for parents and carers to chat, meet new friends, take part in action songs, have breakfast, and have fun.  There is no cost.
 

Simon was awarded an MBE by the Queen in 2018 for services to development in Burundi. He is the founder and International Director of Great Lakes Outreach (GLO), a Christian charity working in war-torn Central Africa. GLO works strategically with outstanding Burundian leaders across many fields for the transformation of the country, one of the world’s poorest nations. GLO’s projects include building schools, AIDS sensitisation, empowering street children, supporting orphanages, providing micro finance, entrepreneurship and training initiatives, developing agriculture, reaching out to communities, and more.
There will also be a time  for prayer ministry at the end of the evening. Please feel able to arrive at from  7pm for coffee, cakes and chat, for a 7.30 start
 

Norwich Healing Rooms every Thursday evening 7.30 p.m. - 9.30 p.m. at St Edmunds Church Fishergate

Please come and join the Celebrate team and others in prayer at the Forum in Norwich to pray for this year's event on June 20 and for all who participate and attend. This prayer makes such a difference.
We meet at 7.30pm at the Café Bar Marzano. Get a coffee and join in the prayer session right where Celebrate happens.
The other prayer dates at the Forum are: February 28, March 27, April 24, May 22 and June 12.
Contact: John Betts at johnbetts2.jb@gmail.com

On Friday, January 10 Call to Prayer will begin a series of training sessions focussing on destiny. It will encourage participants to explore who God has made them to be, their calling and purpose. The sessions will start with coffee at 9 am, followed by worship at 9.30 am and a 1pm finish.

The programme runs until Friday, February 14. Participates are encouraged to bring a journal. There is no charge but an offering will be taken each week.

Over the next six months the Quiet Waters Christian Retreat House, set in a large Georgian House on the Suffolk and Norfolk border, is hosting a series of four art-based day retreats to consider the gift of creativity.  

The leaders of CARM (Creative Arts Retreat Movement) Brian and Claire Watts will lead the series giving time to reflect on God’s creativity, creativity in the Bible, and where it all fits with our own faith journeys.

All materials and lunch are provided. The retreats cost £30 for each one-day session or £100 for all four sessions.
To book a place or find out more information about any of the retreats contact Quiet Waters on 01986 893201 or email mail@quietwaters.org.uk

The Ladies Day “Heart of a Lion” has guest speaker Priscilla Reid. Starting with coffee and croissants at 9.30am and finishing with lunch. £10 donation is requested.

The Watoto Children’s Choir will be partaking in the three morning services at 9am, 10:30am and 12:30pm on Sunday 2 February, with a full concert at 5pm, featuring songs from their new album.

St Margaret’s Church in Thorpe Market will be continuing its programme of community events again this winter with a series of “Snowdrop Sundays” during February, which will include art exhibitions. The snowdrops attracted over 1200 visitors over four Sundays last year, raising valuable funds to help to keep the church and churchyard in good order, available for community use and, most importantly, open as a place of worship for the people of the village and further afield. This year there will again be rotating exhibitions by local and visiting artists in the church, as well as stalls from local businesses. Home-made cakes and refreshments will be available. 
For further information please contact the Churchwarden, Martin Castle, at mdcastle57@gmail.com or on 07817 027589.
 
 

Choral Evensong for Candlemas sung by The Trinity Singers.  All most welcome.
 

An activity for babies and their parents or carers. There will be opportunities for parents and carers to chat, meet new friends, take part in action songs, have breakfast, and have fun.  There is no cost.
 

Transforming Norwich's next ministers and leaders meeting will be on Wednesday February 5, at King's Community Church in Norwich.
The Lunch will run from 12.30pm to 2pm and will be hosted by pastor Toby Skipper.

Norwich Healing Rooms every Thursday evening 7.30 p.m. - 9.30 p.m. at St Edmunds Church Fishergate

On Friday, January 10 Call to Prayer will begin a series of training sessions focussing on destiny. It will encourage participants to explore who God has made them to be, their calling and purpose. The sessions will start with coffee at 9 am, followed by worship at 9.30 am and a 1pm finish.

The programme runs until Friday, February 14. Participates are encouraged to bring a journal. There is no charge but an offering will be taken each week.

On the first Friday of each month you can join with others over tea and cake to share what you thought and felt about one of Julian of Norwich’s visions or ‘shewings’. This week: The Parable of the Servant

Public meeting being organised by the Campaign to Save Mental Health Services in North Norfolk.
For the last year the Campaign has been lobbying for major improvements in local
mental health services, including a walk-in clinic and a locally-based community
team. All are invited to attend the public meeting and become part of a powerful coalition for change on
this vital issue. To confirm attendance, please respond via email to nnmentalhealthcrisis@gmail.com, by phone to 077654095046.
 

A free training session  to take trustees through their legal accountabilities and answer questions will be held at Watton Pentecostal Church in February run by Advice For The Voluntary Sector, a support and advice organisation for charities and churches.  The training is free to small charities with an annual income of under £150k. For larger charities, with an annual income of more than £150k there is a charge of £90. Book your tickets on  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/taking-trustees-through-their-roles-and-responsibilities-tickets-83327963181?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Norwich Healing Rooms will be at St Stephens Church every second Saturday of the month from 12 O’clock until 3 pm

St Margaret’s Church in Thorpe Market will be continuing its programme of community events again this winter with a series of “Snowdrop Sundays” during February, which will include art exhibitions. The snowdrops attracted over 1200 visitors over four Sundays last year, raising valuable funds to help to keep the church and churchyard in good order, available for community use and, most importantly, open as a place of worship for the people of the village and further afield. This year there will again be rotating exhibitions by local and visiting artists in the church, as well as stalls from local businesses. Home-made cakes and refreshments will be available. 
For further information please contact the Churchwarden, Martin Castle, at mdcastle57@gmail.com or on 07817 027589.
 
 

An activity for babies and their parents or carers. There will be opportunities for parents and carers to chat, meet new friends, take part in action songs, have breakfast, and have fun.  There is no cost.
 

Norwich Healing Rooms every Thursday evening 7.30 p.m. - 9.30 p.m. at St Edmunds Church Fishergate

On Friday, January 10 Call to Prayer will begin a series of training sessions focussing on destiny. It will encourage participants to explore who God has made them to be, their calling and purpose. The sessions will start with coffee at 9 am, followed by worship at 9.30 am and a 1pm finish.

The programme runs until Friday, February 14. Participates are encouraged to bring a journal. There is no charge but an offering will be taken each week.

Quiet Waters Christian Retreat House is hosting a day of worship and reflection with music, Scripture, prayer and time to be still. Listen to and seek God whilst spending time in the chapel, by the river and in the grounds. The day includes lunch and refreshments. Led times of worship with live music will take place from 10am-12noon, and 2pm-4pm and guests are welcome to join in or spend time in the house and grounds. The event costs £25

To book a place or find out more information about any of the retreats contact Quiet Waters on 01986 893201 or email mail@quietwaters.org.uk

On Sunday 16 February, Soul church is holding a mental health awareness day, with a message and interview with Dr. Robi Sonderegger. A compelling, passionate and highly entertaining presenter, Dr. Robi combines science and scripture to equip and empower individuals.
9am, 10:30am, 12:30pm, 5pm

St Margaret’s Church in Thorpe Market will be continuing its programme of community events again this winter with a series of “Snowdrop Sundays” during February, which will include art exhibitions. The snowdrops attracted over 1200 visitors over four Sundays last year, raising valuable funds to help to keep the church and churchyard in good order, available for community use and, most importantly, open as a place of worship for the people of the village and further afield. This year there will again be rotating exhibitions by local and visiting artists in the church, as well as stalls from local businesses. Home-made cakes and refreshments will be available. 
For further information please contact the Churchwarden, Martin Castle, at mdcastle57@gmail.com or on 07817 027589.
 
 

An activity for babies and their parents or carers. There will be opportunities for parents and carers to chat, meet new friends, take part in action songs, have breakfast, and have fun.  There is no cost.
 

Norwich Healing Rooms every Thursday evening 7.30 p.m. - 9.30 p.m. at St Edmunds Church Fishergate

A free training day to help Christians to share their faith in urban areas where traditional bible studies may not be so effective.
The training will be delivered by Dawn Lonsdale, chief officer with Unlock Training. This is an opportunity open to anyone across the Eastern Region of England who may be interested in learning more about Unlock's approach to the Bible, giving both clergy and laity insights and practical, hands-on experience in applying this approach to Bible engagement with small groups of oral learners in their local area.
Light lunch will be provided. No charge, but booking essential - ring Anna Heydon on 07471 347072.

St Margaret’s Church in Thorpe Market will be continuing its programme of community events again this winter with a series of “Snowdrop Sundays” during February, which will include art exhibitions. The snowdrops attracted over 1200 visitors over four Sundays last year, raising valuable funds to help to keep the church and churchyard in good order, available for community use and, most importantly, open as a place of worship for the people of the village and further afield. This year there will again be rotating exhibitions by local and visiting artists in the church, as well as stalls from local businesses. Home-made cakes and refreshments will be available. 
For further information please contact the Churchwarden, Martin Castle, at mdcastle57@gmail.com or on 07817 027589.
 
 

An activity for babies and their parents or carers. There will be opportunities for parents and carers to chat, meet new friends, take part in action songs, have breakfast, and have fun.  There is no cost.
 

Over the next six months the Quiet Waters Christian Retreat House, set in a large Georgian House on the Suffolk and Norfolk border, is hosting a series of four art-based day retreats to consider the gift of creativity.  

The leaders of CARM (Creative Arts Retreat Movement) Brian and Claire Watts will lead the series giving time to reflect on God’s creativity, creativity in the Bible, and where it all fits with our own faith journeys.

All materials and lunch are provided. The retreats cost £30 for each one-day session or £100 for all four sessions.
To book a place or find out more information about any of the retreats contact Quiet Waters on 01986 893201 or email mail@quietwaters.org.uk

Norwich Healing Rooms every Thursday evening 7.30 p.m. - 9.30 p.m. at St Edmunds Church Fishergate

Please come and join the Celebrate team and others in prayer at the Forum in Norwich to pray for this year's event on June 20 and for all who participate and attend. This prayer makes such a difference.
We meet at 7.30pm at the Café Bar Marzano. Get a coffee and join in the prayer session right where Celebrate happens.
The other prayer dates at the Forum are: March 27, April 24, May 22 and June 12.
Contact: John Betts at johnbetts2.jb@gmail.com

Monthly two-course dinner with guest speaker.
This month: Members’ Stories of healings, changed lives, answered prayers, needs met – and so much more. And what God has done for them, He can do for you, so do come.
Start at 7 for 7.30pm.
Bookings for all events should be made in advance to booking secretary, Lisa by email to fgbnorwich@gmail.com or by phone to 01603 935000.
The cost of each dinner is £15 per person.


 

As part of Fairtrade Fortnight this is a Fairtrade Coffee Morning, with quizzes, stalls and, of course, Fairtrade cakes. All welcome - whether you're 9 or 90, or somewhere between!!

An activity for babies and their parents or carers. There will be opportunities for parents and carers to chat, meet new friends, take part in action songs, have breakfast, and have fun.  There is no cost.
 

Lent: The season of prayerful self-examination. Cloister will be candlelit, and open from 6.30pm for meditative walking.
Join us for a brief but silent haven from the concerns of daily life.
The only sound will be music playing at the beginning and end of the silence. Please enter via the North West door and wear shoes with soft soles to help maintain the silence. Admission is free, donations welcome. Convened by the Silence in the Cathedral Group