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The Bible Society's Quiet Revival report says that the church in England and Wales is transforming before our eyes, with growing numbers of young people attending. So what is happening and why, and what should the church do about it?
What is the Quiet Revival and why is it happening?
From death threats to Jesus with Teen Challenge
Zac’s early life was filled with fear, drugs and crime. However at Teen Challenge in Norwich he discovered hope and a new start. At a recent meeting of Connect Norwich he shared his story.
Norwich church to host homelessness exhibition
Herring House Trust in Great Yarmouth is bringing its Homelessness Exhibition to St Peter Mancroft Church in the centre of Norwich as part of the Hidden Voices project in the church.
Sheringham Methodists support African orphanage
St Andrews Methodist Church in Sheringham will be holding an Afternoon Tea later this month to raise funds for the Good Shepherd Orphanage in Tanzania, and all are invited to come along and support this cause.
Erosion threat to Happisburgh church graveyard
Hundreds of bodies buried at St Mary the Virgin church in Happisburgh may need to be exhumed and moved as coastal erosion threatens the coastal graveyard.
Memorial plea for martyred Norfolk missionary
A heart-felt plea has been issued to keep a plaque in a Norwich church dedicated to a Norfolk missionary who died violently 124 years ago at the hands of cannibals, after plans to redevelop the church as an entertainment venue were approved.
VJ Day national service to be held at Norwich Cathedral
The bravery of all who served in the Far East during the Second World War will be remembered at a national commemoration service at Norwich Cathedral to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day on August 15.
Thanksgiving at Norfolk Christian Retreat House
Quiet Waters Christian Retreat House held its Annual Service of Thanksgiving in June, primarily to praise God for things He has done over the previous year.
East Anglian foodbanks see summer demand rise
Foodbanks across East Anglia are reporting a sharp rise in demand during the summer holidays, as families face added pressure from the end of free school meals and a dip in seasonal donations.
Let love, not fear, drive your response
Ruth Lilley reflects on a recent conversation with her daughter, and ponders how she could have responded differently to the situation that had arisen.
The not so Quiet Revival at Newday in Norwich
If you are anywhere near the Royal Norfolk Showground this week you will witness the not so quiet revival happening at the Christian youth festival Newday.
BeachLife outreach ready to return to Sheringham
Plans are being finalized for this year’s BeachLife activity week outreach on Sheringham clifftops and beach at the end of August, and the week promises to be enormous fun for the whole family.
Sheringham church’s ‘brilliant’ flower festival
St Andrew’s Methodist Church in Sheringham saw the return of its popular Flower Festival in July to much acclaim, after a gap of four years following covid restrictions and the refurbishment of the church's worship area.
New team member welcomed at Norfolk charity branch
The Norfolk team of Operation Christmas Child, a Christian charity that distributes shoeboxes filled with gifts to children, has welcomed Tracy to their team, and together they will encourage more people to get involved in the charity's mission.
Lowestoft Church hosting disabilities training
Eastpoint Vineyard Church are hosting training to empower churches to welcome people with learning disabilities
Sheringham church supports school’s eco drive
Students at Sheringham High School have designed clothes from sustainable material with the help of their local Salvation Army charity shop.
Farmers straighten St Benet's Cross of Peace
Some local farmers have come to the rescue of a Broads landmark after passers by spotted it was 'on the huh.'
West Norfolk church set for major restoration
A project has begun in Thetford to restore the medieval church building known locally as ‘the black church’.
Spend the evening with Cliff Richard in Norwich
Cliff Richard (or at least the next best thing) will be performing at Mile Cross Salvation Army on Saturday, September 27.