Network Norfolk

Loving and caring must be the new normal

As we start to emerge from the worst effects of the coronavirus pandemic, Philip Young is urging us to ensure that the “new normal” is one which cares for God’s creation as well as each other.

Talk on women and religion in medieval Norwich

The next in the series of talks to mark the 600th anniversary of poet and priest Richard Caister is by Dr Carole Hill who speaks about Norwich as a centre of female spirituality and literary production in the late middle ages.

Supporting families bereaved during pandemic

The challenges of being a funeral director during a pandemic are significant writes Norwich Christian director Kevin Cobbold.

Cromer foodbank coping with increased demand

The Cromer and District Foodbank has experienced a substantial increase in demand for food supplies this Spring, with families in particular needing help, and they have their procedures in order to cope.

Norwich youth worker starts 192-mile fundraiser

A youth worker at Oak Grove Community Church is running at least 10km on each of the first 29 days of June and finishing with a half marathon on June 30.

Norwich Christian resource centre re-opens in July

Revelation, the Christian resource centre for Norwich, is set to open its doors again to the public from July 1.

Quarantine quiz invite from Matthew Project

How well do you know Norfolk? is the question being asked at a Quarantine Quiz being hosted by the Matthew Project on June 11 to raise funds for its vital work with those affected by drugs and alcohol misuse.

Staying Alert is part of our faith

Regular contributor Andy Bryant is heeding the Government’s advice to Stay Alert, but points out that, as Christians, we should always be alert anyway.

Pope to join archbishops in Pentecost service

Pope Francis will take part in an online church service alongside the Archbishops of Canterbury and York and a number of other senior UK church leaders for the first time online on Pentecost Sunday, May 31.

Suffolk couple's missionary move to Japan

In March, shortly before the coronavirus lockdown hit the UK, Suffolk couple David and Manuela Pawson were heading for Japan as missionaries with OMF International.

Norfolk counsellor helps to start free service for NHS staff

A Norfolk-based Christian counsellor is one of a trio who have launched a free support service for people who are being impacted by Covid-19.

Christ Church crafters create a Quilt of Kindness

A creative women’s group at Christ Church in Eaton has come together to make a ‘Quilt of Kindness’ to help people reflect on the kindness being displayed during lockdown.

Norwich church launches telephone lifeline

A new initiative, called ‘Two’s Company’, is being launched by Oak Grove Community Church in North Norwich this week as a lifeline to those who find themselves cut off from the outside world during the Covid-19 crisis.

Our empty streets are filled with love

Rev Helen Garrard reflects on the scaled back VE-day celebrations earlier this month, but is optimistic about the re-discovery of the role of the Church in Society.

Behavioural Change Practitioner needed in Norwich

Spurgeons is recruiting a Behavioural Change Practitioner in Norwich to work on the response to domestic abuse, on behalf of SafeLives and the Norfolk County Community Safety Partnership.

Matthew Project lockdown challenge raises £3k

Supporters of the Matthew Project in Norwich have raised over £3,000 for the Christian charity by taking part in a 21-day lockdown challenge to give something up or take up a positive activity.

Helping Norfolk churches to house the homeless

The Christian charity Hope in Action is planning to expand its work to house the homeless to two more towns in Norfolk and continue despite the Covid-19 lockdown.

High school helps to create visors and face masks

Members of staff at Notre Dame Catholic High School have been busy producing PPE for the NHS and other frontline workers.

Bishop of Norwich joins critics of Prime Minister

The Bishop of Norwich has added his voice to those of a number of Church of England bishops who have strongly criticised Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s response following the controversial actions of his special advisor Dominic Cummings.