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Norwich church grateful as it emerges from wilderness

God’s provision during lockdown has been overwhelming for Oak Grove Community Church. Pastor Darren Woodward gives thanks for God’s goodness through a tough season.

Bargain East Anglia group breaks from only £49 per person

Belsey Bridge conference centre, on the Norfolk and Suffolk border is set in stunning rural countryside close to historic coastlines. You’ll enjoy over 20 acres of grounds, an outdoor swimming pool and a range of bedrooms.

YMCA Norfolk needs Pathways Engagement Worker

YMCA Norfolk is looking for a Pathways Engagement Worker, based in Norwich.

A Norfolk marathon at 75 for hungry Africans

Having recently celebrated his seventy-fifth birthday, Peter Nicholls is training for a marathon to raise funds for communities in Zambia and Zimbabwe impacted by Covid-19.

Most Norfolk churches did social action during lockdown

Covid-19 and lockdown did not stop most Norfolk churches serving their communities, a survey by Network Norfolk has revealed - they just did it in new and innovative ways.

Norwich fellowship provides a professional deep clean

It seems that God was preparing Norwich pastor Stuart Bailey for the pandemic by providing him a job as an infection control lead.

Gorleston youth project launches online outreach

The Identity Youth Project has been inspiring young people in Gorleston during the coronavirus restrictions with a series of on-line videos which have been viewed almost 10,000 times.

Historic England steps in to rescue fire-damaged church

Historic England has awarded a grant of £280,000 towards the repair of the Grade I listed church in North Tuddenham, which was damaged by a serious fire.

New manager needed at Norfolk's Horstead Centre

The Horstead Centre, which provides residential and day outdoor activities and is part of the Diocese of Norwich, is looking to appoint a new Centre Manager to build on its successful 50-year track record.

Why should I believe in Jesus?

Peter Farley has been giving some consideration to the claims of Richard Dawkins, and explains to us the results of his own analysis.

Norwich Cathedral MU banners go virtual

The Mothers’ Union in the Diocese of Norwich has decided to move its annual Festival Service from Norwich Cathedral this autumn into its members’ homes, because current restrictions mean that the usual cathedral service is not feasible.

Mundesley church larder avoids food waste

A community larder has been set up in Mundesley by the local parish church for anyone to collect food that would otherwise go to waste. There is also a community fridge.

Aylsham curate’s farewell service

Rev Jack Branford, is leaving Aylsham Parish Church to take up a role as chaplain of Gresham’s School in Holt, led his final service at the church on Sunday August 2.

Matthew Project goes the extra mile with activity packs

The Matthew Project is sending out activity packs to 200 children across Norfolk who are affected by someone else’s substance misuse.

Norwich church finds a path through the re-opening maze

How do you keep the church family together as services resume? Andy Rees, lead pastor at Surrey Chapel, describes how his church has recognised the best route.

Free online YMCA Norfolk youth festival this week

YMCA Norfolk’s Youth West Summer Festival aims to bring a week of free online events to young people in Norfolk from August 10 to 14.

Christians Arise - open air worship in Yarmouth

An open-air worship and preaching service is planned for Great Yarmouth next Saturday, and everyone is welcome to come along.

Bishop Graham Usher commissions school volunteers

A special online service is to be held to celebrate the start of the new academic year and commission those working and volunteering with children and young people.

Review set for Walsingham Shrine development plans

Plans for a major re-development of the Catholic National Shrine at Walsingham are to be reviewed after concerns were raised about its effect on the Grade I Listed Slipper Chapel and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on visitor numbers and finances.