Weekly Letter 24/4/25
Stroud Parish Churches A warm welcome to your weekly newsletter from Stroud Parish Churches. After the deep reflection of Holy Week and the joy of celebrating Easter, we’re entering a season of hope and renewal. Easter reminds us of the new life we have in Christ, and it’s a joy to continue sharing that with […]
THE DOOR LAUNCHES ‘100K IN MAY’ TO HELP YOUNG PEOPLE IN NEED
THE DOOR LAUNCHES ‘100K IN MAY’ TO HELP YOUNG PEOPLE IN NEED Surge in mental health crisis – One in five children and adolescents now suffer from a mental health disorder Stroud Based charity The Door is excited to be running its annual fundraising challenge again this spring. They are urging residents to walk, jog, […]
New Roles at St Laurence.
St Laurence Church: Stroud Centre for Peace and the Arts has appointed two new staff to join the existing Stroud Parish Churches team. These new part-time roles, Social Enterprise Development Manager and Facilities and Events Co-ordinator, will work together to help continue the revitalising and regeneration of St. Laurence church and its buildings. Kate, the […]
Weekly Communication 4.4.2025
Exciting News to Share! We are delighted to announce that Revd Coral Francis has been appointed as our new Team Vicar for Stroud Parish Churches! This news was shared across our churches last Sunday following interviews at the end of March. Coral was thrilled to accept the role, and we look forward to welcoming her […]
Bach St John Passion at Wycliffe College
Come and join us for our Easter performance of Johann Sebastian Bach’s St John Passion. This tells the story of Jesus’ betrayal, arrest, condemnation, and execution. It is considered a masterpiece of musical craftsmanship and invention. Performed by Wycliffe Choral Society and orchestra. We are very pleased to welcome our soloists for this concert:
Primrose Teas at St Paul’s
Journey Through Lent at St Laurence’s Church.
Journey Through Lent at St Laurence This Lent, St Laurence Church is hosting an inspiring programme of events designed to deepen faith, spark reflection, and bring our community together. From thought-provoking talks to creative workshops and opportunities for prayer, there is something for everyone as we prepare for Easter. We warmly invite all in the […]
Drop In Energy Advice Workshop. Monday 3rd March, St Alban’s Church, Parliament Street.
Need Help Reducing Your Energy Bills? In partnership with Severn Wye and Inclusion Gloucestershire, join us for a Drop-In Energy Advice Workshop on Monday, 3rd March, from 1:30–4:30 PM at St Albans, Parliament Street. In partnership with Severn Wye and Inclusion Gloucestershire. Get practical tips to cut your energy costs Learn about grants and support available Speak to experts for tailored advice […]
Café Church at St Paul’s, Whiteshill.
It was a full Lady Chapel on Sunday with lots of people braving the weather to come along for Cafe Church. It was a lively morning with singing, lots of chat, prayers, guitar playing and intense craft activity too. Just look at what the children, helped by Carol, our Banner Queen managed to create. There […]
Ageing Gracefully.
Ageing gracefully : a practical theology of later life. First of all, this is not a conventional retirement course! It is a six-session course for Christians who wish to explore some of the theological issues raised by an ageing society. We all like to pretend that ageing only happens to others and not us. ‘Ageing gracefully’ […]