Network Norfolk : Network Norwich and Norfolk

Ecumenical mission talk in South Norfolk

Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney (NWCT) has launched an Annual Ecumenical Mission Talk in partnership with Diss Methodist Church and issued an open invitation to the inaugural event on Thursday, May 22.

Young interpreter scheme thrives at Diss church school

An initiative supporting pupils who do not speak English as a first language to settle into a new school environment is thriving in a Norfolk market town.

VE Day anniversary marked at Norwich Cathedral

Norwich Cathedral will be marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a special service and a programme of events putting the spotlight on the Cathedral during wartime.

Sheringham church to show contemporary bible art

A free art exhibition showing the story of the bible through 21 contemporary portraits, which has featured on BBC’s Songs of Praise, will be held at Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham in August.

Free Christian media workshop is held in Sheringham

The third in a series of free media workshops for churches and Christians across Norfolk, as part of Network Norfolk’s 20th anniversary year, has been held in Sheringham and there is still time to sign up for a final one in King's Lynn next week.

She Needs author leading Norfolk churches event

Nay Dawson, author of the recent book She Needs, will consider the question of how churches can make sure they are places where both men and women can flourish.

Shoebox project recipients at charity conference

Norfolk representatives attended a national conference for Samaritans Purse, which featured testimonies from people now living in the UK who had received a shoebox gift as children.

Palestinian Christian peacemaker to speak in Norwich

The Faith, Peace, and Justice Forum at St Catherine’s Church, Mile Cross, Norwich will be co-hosting a visit by Palestinian Christian peacemaker, Zoughbi Zoughbi, with the Fellowship of Reconciliation on Tuesday 13 May.

Asking for strength in difficult times

Jane Walters reminds us that we can always turn to God for His strength in times of trouble.

Plan to turn Norwich church into a jazz bar

A Norwich city centre church and former bookshop and resource centre could be converted into a jazz bar with plans just submitted to Norwich City Council.

Crossroads retreat on offer at Suffolk's Clare Priory

A two-day Christian retreat at the beautiful Clare Priory in Suffolk is offered to those who might wish to take time out, free from any pressures or expectations, to listen deeply to yourself, get a fresh perspective and discern the ‘good way’ forward.

International evangelist J. John to speak in Norwich

Renowned speaker and author Canon J. John is coming to Norwich on May 11 to speak at SOUL Church and the church would love to invite Christians from across the area to bring friends and family to hear the Gospel message.

Fire breaks out at Norwich church during service

A fire broke out in a Norwich church on Sunday afternoon while worshippers were attending a service, but no-one is thought to have been hurt.

Reepham’s Easter Cross encourages locals

An Easter cross covered in flowers outside Reepham Methodist Church has been encouraging and inspiring those who have passed by.

Yarmouth Port Chaplain retires after thirty years

Peter Paine who has supported seafarers in Great Yarmouth for three decades is now retiring.

Bishop’s Garden open to support Norfolk charities

The Bishop’s House Garden will be open to the public again this summer to raise money for local charities.

Latest Norfolk Christian community events

Events of interest to the Norwich and Norfolk Christian community happening over the next few weeks are listed.

Requiem Mass held for Pope Francis in Norwich

A deeply moving and solemn Requiem Mass for the late Pope Francis was held at the Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich on Thursday April 24, led by Bishop Peter Collins.

A new commandment which requires love in action

As we look back on the reflections and celebrations of the Easter period, Andy Bryant reminds us that obeying Jesus’ fundamental commandment is the most effective way of convincing the world of His love for us all.