https://www.networknorwich.co.uk Latest articles from Network Norfolk 2026, Network Norfolk en Hubb, www.hubb.digital 1440 http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740867/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Independent_Bookshop_Week_events_in_Mid_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740867/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Independent_Bookshop_Week_events_in_Mid_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT Green Pastures Christian Bookshop in Dereham is celebrating Independent Bookshop Week with a series of events next week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Call_to_join_in_churches_nature_week.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Call_to_join_in_churches_nature_week.aspx Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT It’s Churches Count on Nature week from June 6 to Sunday June 14 and the Bishop of Norwich, who is also the Church of England’s lead bishop for the environment, is inviting everyone to get involved and explore the natural wonders of our churchyards. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740812/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Operation_Christmas_Child_at_Connect_Norwich_lunch.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740812/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Operation_Christmas_Child_at_Connect_Norwich_lunch.aspx Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT The next meeting of Connect Norwich, on July 8, will take place at St Mary and St Margaret's Church Sprowston, and will hear from Mark and Debra Watkins from Operation Christmas Child. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Come_and_enjoy_Sheringham_Methodists_flowers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Come_and_enjoy_Sheringham_Methodists_flowers.aspx Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT St Andrews Methodist Church in Sheringham will be hosting their popular Flower Festival later this month, and all are invited to come along and enjoy the displays. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/Different_Christian_job_vacancies_across_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/Different_Christian_job_vacancies_across_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:00:00 GMT More than 13 job and volunteer vacancies from the Norwich and Norfolk Christian community are being advertised on Network Norfolk, including roles with YMCA Norfolk, Norwich Foodbank, the Matthew Project, Mercy Ships, Quiet Waters, English+ and New Hope. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/Opportunities_to_work_for_YMCA_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/Opportunities_to_work_for_YMCA_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk is currently advertising for Heritage Engagement Workers, a Marketing and Fundraising Officer, a Partnership and Fundraising Officer, Nursery team and Youth Engagement staff. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740749/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Enjoy_a_musical_month_at_Cawston_Music.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740749/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Enjoy_a_musical_month_at_Cawston_Music.aspx Sun, 07 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT Cawston Parish Church is co-ordinating a wide range of concerts and music events in the village during June, and tickets for all of them are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740735/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_Christian_hall_gets_fundraising_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740735/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_Christian_hall_gets_fundraising_on.aspx Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT Christian residential centre Letton Hall is hosting a special track day to raise funds to resurface the much-loved go kart track and ensure its continued use for years to come. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Will_you_pray_for_Festival_Pastors_this.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Will_you_pray_for_Festival_Pastors_this.aspx Sat, 06 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT This summer Festival Pastors will once again be serving at First Light and Latitude Festivals in Suffolk and an appeal for prayer support has been made. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740478/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Professional_Massage_Therapist_based_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740478/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Professional_Massage_Therapist_based_in_Norwich.aspx Fri, 05 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT Are You Listening to Your Body? Lisa Berwick runs a holistic massage practice in Norwich and has space for new clients. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Latest_Norfolk_Christian_community_events.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Latest_Norfolk_Christian_community_events.aspx Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT Events of interest to the Norwich and Norfolk Christian community happening over the next few weeks are listed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740494/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Win_Notre_Dame_Lego_set_to_help.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740494/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Win_Notre_Dame_Lego_set_to_help.aspx Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT The Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich is inviting supporters to take part in a special raffle with the chance to win one of two brand-new Lego Notre-Dame de Paris sets, while helping to preserve the Cathedral's historic stained-glass windows. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740472/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_retreat_house_looks_for_team_members.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740472/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_retreat_house_looks_for_team_members.aspx Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT Quiet Waters Christian retreat house is entering one of its busiest seasons, with a full programme, a growing number of self‑led quiet days, and ongoing stories of God’s provision shaping daily life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740431/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Come_to_Gorleston_church_s_community_festival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740431/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Come_to_Gorleston_church_s_community_festival.aspx Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT Summer on the Mag will return to Gorleston later this month bringing an afternoon of free family entertainment, live music, animals, and activities, and everyone is invited to join in. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740426/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/New_West_Norfolk_pilgrimage_route_set_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740426/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/New_West_Norfolk_pilgrimage_route_set_to.aspx Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT A new pilgrimage route from King’s Lynn to Walsingham will be officially launched this Saturday outside King’s Lynn Minster. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740380/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Grief_to_grace_Jills_Operation_Christmas_Child.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740380/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Grief_to_grace_Jills_Operation_Christmas_Child.aspx Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT At one of the darkest moments of her life, Jill found comfort and renewed purpose through Operation Christmas Child. Encouraged by her son's desire to help children in need, she chose to focus on giving rather than grief. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740377/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Dig_deeper_to_discover_the_real_person.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740377/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Dig_deeper_to_discover_the_real_person.aspx Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT Rev Christina Rees reminds us how easy it is to judge people by first impressions, and fail to appreciate the depths of each person God has created. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740331/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_church_choir_in_concert_this.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740331/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_church_choir_in_concert_this.aspx Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT The Choir of St Peter and St Paul Church in Swaffham will be performing choral favourites this weekend, the first of three summer concerts for 2026. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740322/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolks_250k_heritage_history_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740322/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolks_250k_heritage_history_project.aspx Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has been awarded a 250k grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to save, share and celebrate its 170 years of social history, ensuring the important heritage is preserved and made accessible for future generations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740313/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Proclaimers_church_announces_leadership_change.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740313/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Proclaimers_church_announces_leadership_change.aspx Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT Proclaimers church, based in Norwich, has announced a change in its leadership team as Tom and Denise Rawls stand down with Sam Cousins becoming its lead pastor. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740246/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_Medieval_church_restoration_funding.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740246/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_Medieval_church_restoration_funding.aspx Sat, 30 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT A project to restore Thetford’s medieval ‘black church’ building has recently received a heritage fund grant allowing work to move forward. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740170/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_church_school_setting_a_strong.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740170/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_church_school_setting_a_strong.aspx Fri, 29 May 2026 08:00:00 GMT A small rural school near Dereham run by the Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust, has been praised in its latest Ofsted inspection report. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740168/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Stalham_pastor_s_joyful_ordination_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740168/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Stalham_pastor_s_joyful_ordination_service.aspx Thu, 28 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT Rev. Jeremiah Otieno, assistant pastor at Stalham Baptist Church, was ordained at the church on Sunday 24 May in a joyous and colourful service. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Come_to_a_Gospel_healing_service_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Come_to_a_Gospel_healing_service_in.aspx Thu, 28 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT Bradwell Elim Pentecostal Church will be holding a healing service next month, and all are warmly invited to come along. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Pakefield_church_launches_appeal_to_mend_doors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Pakefield_church_launches_appeal_to_mend_doors.aspx Thu, 28 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT All Saints and St Margaret’s Church in Pakefield has launched an urgent appeal to repair two of its doors, to enable it to continue to host large events. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740122/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Volunteer_mentor_training_is_offered_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740122/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Volunteer_mentor_training_is_offered_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 27 May 2026 16:30:00 GMT Community Chaplaincy Norfolk is recruiting volunteer mentors to help with the rehabilitation of prison leavers in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740095/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Paramedics_and_faith_inspire_Christian_children_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740095/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Paramedics_and_faith_inspire_Christian_children_s.aspx Wed, 27 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT A former frontline ambulance chaplain, who grew up in Norfolk, has been inspired to write a series of hero paramedic children's books after his newborn son's life was saved in a 999 call-out. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738230/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/Charity_Finance_and_Operations_Manager_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738230/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/Charity_Finance_and_Operations_Manager_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 27 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT English+ is seeking to employ a Finance and Operations Manager to provide professional and comprehensive support to the work of the charity and its Charity Director and Trustees. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740086/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Cultivating_holy_curiosity_in_a_diverse_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740086/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Cultivating_holy_curiosity_in_a_diverse_church.aspx Tue, 26 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT Rev David Mayne reflects on how ecumenical encounter and theological openness deepen discipleship, enrich ministry, and strengthen Christian unity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740037/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Pilgrimage_Fellowship_and_Christian_Friendship_in_Walsingham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740037/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Pilgrimage_Fellowship_and_Christian_Friendship_in_Walsingham.aspx Tue, 26 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT Reflections from the National Pilgrimage 2026 by Dr Ian Watson, County Ecumenical Officer for Norfolk and Waveney http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740022/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_church_awarded_heritage_fund_grant.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/740022/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_church_awarded_heritage_fund_grant.aspx Mon, 25 May 2026 09:30:00 GMT St Andrew’s Church, Little Massingham, has been awarded a major grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to support an ambitious project to preserve and revitalise the historic church for future generations. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739974/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Biblical_manuscripts_event_at_King_s_Lynn.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739974/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Biblical_manuscripts_event_at_King_s_Lynn.aspx Sat, 23 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT A church in King’s Lynn will hold a presentation day and exhibition of ancient Biblical manuscript facsimiles next month. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/Called_to_a_ministry_of_service_through.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/Called_to_a_ministry_of_service_through.aspx Fri, 22 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT Quiet Waters Christian Retreat House, on the Norfolk / Suffolk border is looking for Retreat and hospitality centre team members (Residential). http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/First_showing_of_emergency_briefing_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/First_showing_of_emergency_briefing_in_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 22 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT A first-ever showing of the People’s Emergency Briefing film in a Norfolk church was shown at Newton Flotman on May 14, with around 50 people attending. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739863/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Every_Mercy_Ships_volunteer_plays_a_vital.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739863/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Every_Mercy_Ships_volunteer_plays_a_vital.aspx Fri, 22 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT Every volunteer with Christian charity Mercy Ships UK plays a vital role in bringing hope and healing to people without access to safe, affordable surgery — from providing medical care to the everyday support that keeps the hospital ships running. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739919/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Brothers_and_Sisters_in_Christ.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739919/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Brothers_and_Sisters_in_Christ.aspx Thu, 21 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT An open letter of gratitude, hope and encouragement from Dr Ian Watson to Christians Across Norfolk and Waveney, marking nearly three years as County Ecumenical Officer http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_car_park_approved_for_Thornage_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_car_park_approved_for_Thornage_Church.aspx Thu, 21 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT All Saints Church in Thornage has been given the go-ahead to build a new car park which will make it easier and safer for visitors to the church. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739895/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Julian_Shrine_in_Norwich_launches_400k_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739895/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Julian_Shrine_in_Norwich_launches_400k_appeal.aspx Thu, 21 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT The Julian Shrine in Norwich city centre is launching an ambitious 400k fundraising campaign as part of its plan to secure the long-term sustainability of the historic site. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739873/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Inspiration_for_rural_churches_in_Haveringland.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739873/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Inspiration_for_rural_churches_in_Haveringland.aspx Wed, 20 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT Around a hundred people gathered in Haveringland Parish Church on Friday 15 May for a day of sharing and mutual support for those interested in the future of rural churches. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739862/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Norwich_Foodbank_needs_new_chair_to_leads.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739862/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Norwich_Foodbank_needs_new_chair_to_leads.aspx Wed, 20 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT Norwich Foodbank is looking to appoint a new chair of trustees, to lead a board which is passionate about serving people in crisis, and to help oversee its vital work and achieve its vision. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739861/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Norwich_Foodbank_needs_passionate_new_trustees.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739861/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Norwich_Foodbank_needs_passionate_new_trustees.aspx Wed, 20 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT Norwich Foodbank is looking to appoint new trustees, who are passionate about serving people in crisis, to help oversee its vital work and achieve its vision. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739843/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Eyes_to_see_what_God_has_created.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739843/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Eyes_to_see_what_God_has_created.aspx Wed, 20 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT Jane Walters has been taking in the beauty of the natural world as she goes walking, and has found that this can sometimes guide her prayers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739490/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Kingdom_Over_Nation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739490/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Kingdom_Over_Nation.aspx Wed, 20 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT A new ecumenical resource developed through Churches Together in England to aid churches in dealing with the issues associated with Christian nationalism http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739823/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Benedictine_heritage_explored_in_new_exhibition.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739823/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Benedictine_heritage_explored_in_new_exhibition.aspx Wed, 20 May 2026 06:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral’s beginnings as a Benedictine monastery continue to inspire life in the 21st century, and a new open-air art exhibition explores the Cathedral’s Benedictine heritage through a series of specially commissioned installations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739802/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Summer_retreats_at_Quiet_Waters_Christian_House.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739802/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Summer_retreats_at_Quiet_Waters_Christian_House.aspx Tue, 19 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT Quiet Waters Christian House in Bungay is hosting a residential Crossroads retreat and a Gift of Hospitality day retreat in June that are open to all. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739800/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Grand_opening_for_Sheringham_church_s_play.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739800/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Grand_opening_for_Sheringham_church_s_play.aspx Mon, 18 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT The newly extended Soft Play zone at Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham will be officially opened on Saturday 6 June, and all are welcome to come along and see what has been achieved. Tony Rothe reports. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/369939/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Christian_retreat_on_Suffolk_Norfolk_border.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/369939/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Christian_retreat_on_Suffolk_Norfolk_border.aspx Mon, 18 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT Quiet Waters is a Norfolk/Suffolk Christian retreat house providing a friendly guest house experience for tired and weary Christians seeking a time of spiritual refreshment, God's direction or those simply wanting to spend time in His presence. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_event_shows_love_for_Gods_world.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_event_shows_love_for_Gods_world.aspx Mon, 18 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT Hundreds of people from parishes across the Diocese joined a special event on May 10, giving thanks for God’s creation and celebrating the progress of parishes across the diocese in the Eco Church survey programme. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737881/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Free_Art_of_Storytelling_workshop_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737881/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Free_Art_of_Storytelling_workshop_in_Norwich.aspx Mon, 18 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT Time is running out to book a place at a free content creation workshop in Norwich, run by the team behind the Network Norfolk website, as part of the national Indie News Week in mid June. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_youth_football_honours_shared.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_youth_football_honours_shared.aspx Sun, 17 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT Soul Church and Sprowston Youth Engagement Project shared the honours at the cup finals day of the youth sections of the Norfolk Christian Football League on Saturday May 16 at The Nest in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Penalties_goals_and_firsts_at_NCFL_finals.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Penalties_goals_and_firsts_at_NCFL_finals.aspx Sun, 17 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT Penalty shoot-outs, goals galore and first-time winners featured in the Norfolk Christian Football League finals day with Heigham Park Rangers and Gateway Vineyard securing famous triumphs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739707/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_hosts_Pray_for_our_Nation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739707/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_hosts_Pray_for_our_Nation.aspx Sun, 17 May 2026 06:00:00 GMT Cowper Memorial Congregational Church in Dereham, is hosting a day of prayer for the United Kingdom and invites you to join them. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_faith_leaders_call_for_1000_acts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_faith_leaders_call_for_1000_acts.aspx Fri, 15 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT Faith leaders from across Norwich and Norfolk have issued a joint invitation to build hope-filled communities by collecting 1000 Acts of Hope. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739154/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/New_Anglican_DEO_for_Norfolk_and_Waveney.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739154/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/New_Anglican_DEO_for_Norfolk_and_Waveney.aspx Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT Rev Fiona Munn has been appointed as the new Anglican Denominational Ecumenical Officer for Norfolk and Waveney. Here, she gives a short introduction of her current role, background and ecumenical hopes http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Soul_Churchs_Jon_Norman_speaks_at_Connect.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Soul_Churchs_Jon_Norman_speaks_at_Connect.aspx Fri, 15 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT At the most recent Connect Norwich meeting at Soul Church, Pastor Jon Norman spoke about what happens when leaders ‘hit capacity’ and how to overcome it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_church_s_appeal_to_repair_rotting.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_church_s_appeal_to_repair_rotting.aspx Thu, 14 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT St Andrew's Church in Gorleston has launched an urgent appeal to raise 140,000 after investigations revealed that sections of its wooden flooring had severely rotted. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739038/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Caring_for_Creation_Together.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739038/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Caring_for_Creation_Together.aspx Thu, 14 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT The Environmental Issues Network and the Growing Ecumenical Response to Climate Justice http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739438/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Lynn_church_building_dedication_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739438/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Lynn_church_building_dedication_service.aspx Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT The King’s Lynn Church of the Nazarene held its official opening last month with a special building dedication and re-commissioning service conducted by a special guest. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739160/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Bishops_Garden_open_for_Norfolk_Christian_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739160/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Bishops_Garden_open_for_Norfolk_Christian_charity.aspx Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT This Fathers’ Day, June 21, join Community Chaplaincy Norfolk in the historic Bishop's House Garden for just 5 a ticket. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739444/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Methodists_Fairtrade_success.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739444/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Methodists_Fairtrade_success.aspx Thu, 14 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT Sheringham’s registration as a Fairtrade Town has been renewed for the next three years, thanks to efforts by members of St Andrews Methodist Church in the town. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739156/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Pupils_celebrate_Earth_Day_at_Cawston_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739156/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Pupils_celebrate_Earth_Day_at_Cawston_Church.aspx Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT Primary school students from seventeen Norfolk church schools gathered last month to celebrate Earth day in Cawston Parish Church. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/It_wasn_t_so_easy_for_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/It_wasn_t_so_easy_for_God.aspx Tue, 12 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT James Knight has been reflecting on the sacrifice Jesus made for us on the cross, and concludes that our response is the easy bit! http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739103/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_Christian_Bookshop_named_Bookshop_Champion.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739103/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_Christian_Bookshop_named_Bookshop_Champion.aspx Tue, 12 May 2026 08:00:00 GMT Green Pastures Christian Bookshop in Dereham has been named a Bookshop Champion for Independent Bookshop Week 2026. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739039/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Starfish_sculpture_returns_to_Salthouse_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739039/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Starfish_sculpture_returns_to_Salthouse_Church.aspx Sun, 10 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT A two-metre-wide art installation, titled Asteroidea, will be displayed against the east window of Salthouse Church next month, and the public will be welcome to come and view the artwork. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739013/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Gods_blessing_sung_over_Norwich_streets.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739013/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Gods_blessing_sung_over_Norwich_streets.aspx Sun, 10 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT Dozens of Christians took to the streets in Norwich on Saturday May 9 to worship God and sing songs of blessing over the city. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739000/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pilgrims_gather_at_Walsingham_to_mark_50th.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/739000/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pilgrims_gather_at_Walsingham_to_mark_50th.aspx Sat, 09 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT Hundreds of pilgrims from across the Diocese of East Anglia gathered at Walsingham on May 4 to celebrate their annual pilgrimage, held this year on the Feast of the Feast of the English Martyrs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738907/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Norwich_church_offers_free_community_health_expo.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738907/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Norwich_church_offers_free_community_health_expo.aspx Fri, 08 May 2026 15:30:00 GMT A Norwich church is offering free holistic health checks at a family friendly Community Health Expo on May 31, supported by local volunteers, healthcare professionals and community groups. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738969/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Enjoy_G_and_S_concert_at_Ludham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738969/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Enjoy_G_and_S_concert_at_Ludham.aspx Thu, 07 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT A gala concert featuring excerpts from famous Gilbert and Sullivan operas will take place at Ludham Church next month, and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738917/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Bishop_presents_Oulton_Broad_s_gold_eco.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738917/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Bishop_presents_Oulton_Broad_s_gold_eco.aspx Thu, 07 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT St Mark’s Oulton Broad celebrated their Eco Church award by hosting a “Green Day” for the local community, with Bishop Graham presenting their Gold Award plaque. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Eagles_flying_high_to_win_Norfolk_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Eagles_flying_high_to_win_Norfolk_Christian.aspx Thu, 07 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT The 2025/2026 Norfolk Christian Football League season has wrapped up in brilliant fashion, and what a finish it’s been with Eaton Eagles crowned Division 1 adult champions, for the second time in three seasons, By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League_set_for_finals.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League_set_for_finals.aspx Wed, 06 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT Congratulations have been given to Heigham Park Rangers, NCBC, Gateway Vineyard and South Walsham for making their way through to the two Norfolk Christian Football League cup finals for the 2025/26 season which will take place on Saturday May 16. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738795/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Scores_of_Christian_bikers_gather_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738795/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Scores_of_Christian_bikers_gather_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 06 May 2026 10:30:00 GMT Up to 80 leather-clad Christian motorcyclists gathered in Norwich on April 17 for the Christian Motorcyclists Association's (CMA) AGM and Fellowship Weekend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738798/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_it_s_time_to_look_forward.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738798/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_it_s_time_to_look_forward.aspx Tue, 05 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley explains why looking back may not always be helpful when seeking God’s direction for your life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738775/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Bishops_garden_open_for_Norfolk_charities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738775/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Bishops_garden_open_for_Norfolk_charities.aspx Tue, 05 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT A hidden-gem city garden will open to visitors on selected Sunday afternoons in aid of local charities – beginning on May 10. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738723/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Summer_festival_celebrates_Norwich_Cathedral_s_historic.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738723/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Summer_festival_celebrates_Norwich_Cathedral_s_historic.aspx Tue, 05 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral’s historic pipe organ is at the heart of the Cathedral’s musical life and this summer a special festival will be taking place from July 8 - 12 to celebrate the magnificent instrument. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Your_church_could_receive_one_of_five.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Your_church_could_receive_one_of_five.aspx Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT Tesco and its partner easyfundraising have come together again to give a little help to Norfolk and other churches this May - by offering five 1,000 funding pots! http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738722/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christian_shoebox_ministry_continues_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738722/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christian_shoebox_ministry_continues_in_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 05 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT Operation Christmas Child is a year-round ministry, and Norfolk-based reps are busy in prayer for the recipients and in engagement with local churches wanting to get involved this year. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Spicy_fundraiser_for_Yare_Valley_Churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Spicy_fundraiser_for_Yare_Valley_Churches.aspx Mon, 04 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT Afsar’s Spice in Brundall raised 1,100 for Yare Valley Churches after hosting a charity night in support of St Laurence Church in the village. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738481/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Norfolk_course_takes_faith_to_a_deeper.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738481/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Norfolk_course_takes_faith_to_a_deeper.aspx Sun, 03 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT Norwich Anglican Cursillo offers a residential course providing the opportunity to experience your faith at a deeper level through talks, meditations, group discussions, prayer and worship, explains Lay Director Jeanie Feneron. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738675/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/A_Quaker_Peace_Vigil_in_the_Heart.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738675/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/A_Quaker_Peace_Vigil_in_the_Heart.aspx Sat, 02 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT A Loud Silence for Peace: An ecumenical invitation for uniting prayerful witness, public presence, and shared hope to support peace in the world http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738669/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Christian_conference_on_what_it_means_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738669/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Christian_conference_on_what_it_means_to.aspx Sat, 02 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT On April 25, about 65 men attended the Future Men Conference at Christ Church, Lowestoft. The event featured worship, activities and talks revolving around ‘what it means to be a man’ from a conservative evangelical biblical perspective. By Mark Sims http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738606/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Turning_hatred_for_someone_into_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738606/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Turning_hatred_for_someone_into_prayer.aspx Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT Rev Christina Rees has been following recent global events, and explains why she prays for the man who appears to be pivotal in so many of them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Bereavement_course_to_be_held_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Bereavement_course_to_be_held_at_Norwich.aspx Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT Anyone who has been bereaved and is working through coming to terms with their loss is welcome to a seven week course at Witard Road Baptist Church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738533/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/New_daily_devotional_for_the_Christian_Left.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738533/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/New_daily_devotional_for_the_Christian_Left.aspx Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT Norwich author and lay minister, Lee Marsden, who has written a number of academic books on religion and politics, has just published a Christian daily devotional containing 365 short biographies of inspirational Christian disciples. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738530/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/30_000_bees_help_Gorleston_church_outreach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738530/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/30_000_bees_help_Gorleston_church_outreach.aspx Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT An apiary at the church of St Mary Magdalene in Gorleston is helping the church reach out into a community where there is a number of challenges. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738523/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_chaplain_hero_of_Rorkes_Drift_remembered.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738523/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_chaplain_hero_of_Rorkes_Drift_remembered.aspx Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:30:00 GMT A Norfolk-born military chaplain who was one of the heroes of the legendary battle of Rorke’s Drift in the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879, has been remembered as his medals and personal effects have been sold at auction in London for 65,000 http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738486/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_plans_to_double_its_building.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738486/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_plans_to_double_its_building.aspx Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT Less than ten years since its launch, a Norwich church has now received approval to double the size of its building to accommodate a growing congregation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Room_to_rent_in_Norwich_for_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Room_to_rent_in_Norwich_for_Christian.aspx Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT A member of Radical Church is looking to rent a room in his house in Norwich to a Christian man Contact John 07849 974619 http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738482/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Be_inspired_to_celebrate_Christ_in_Watton.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738482/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Be_inspired_to_celebrate_Christ_in_Watton.aspx Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT All are invited to an inspiring Christian event in Watton in June, with three motivational speakers and supper. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738419/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/SOS_Bus_service_in_Kings_Lynn_closes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738419/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/SOS_Bus_service_in_Kings_Lynn_closes.aspx Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT An SOS Bus service in King’s Lynn, which helped to save two lives last year, has been closed due to the lack of sustainable funding. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738415/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Thrigby_healing_service_postponed.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738415/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Thrigby_healing_service_postponed.aspx Sun, 26 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT A healing service planned in Thrigby on 16 May has had to be postponed for logistical reasons. It is hoped a revised date will be announced in due course. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738375/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Learn_about_rural_churches_plight_in_Haveringland.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738375/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Learn_about_rural_churches_plight_in_Haveringland.aspx Sun, 26 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT Haveringland Parish Church will host a free one-day conference next month highlighting the plight of rural churches, and anyone interested is warmly invited to attend. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_defeats_dragon_on_the_streets_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_defeats_dragon_on_the_streets_of.aspx Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT Snap the Dragon was defeated on the streets of Norwich on April 23 – St George’s Day - by the Bishop of Thetford. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738343/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/International_stars_at_free_Kings_Lynn_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738343/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/International_stars_at_free_Kings_Lynn_Christian.aspx Sat, 25 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT International Christian artist and MOBO Vine award winner Limoblaze will be headlining the fourth annual Manifest King's Lynn Christian Summer Festival on Saturday June 13. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738134/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/JC2033_A_Global_Vision_Taking_Root_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738134/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/JC2033_A_Global_Vision_Taking_Root_in.aspx Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:10:00 GMT Preparing together for the 2000th anniversary of the Resurrection http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738337/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Invite_to_Trussell_Walk_Humbly_online_launch.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738337/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Invite_to_Trussell_Walk_Humbly_online_launch.aspx Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT Norfolk churches have been invited to the online launch of Christian food charity Trussell's Walking Humbly resources aimed at making all welcome and all voices being heard. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738309/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Walking_the_way_of_St_Francis_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738309/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Walking_the_way_of_St_Francis_with.aspx Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT Over a weekend in April, the Church of St Francis, Heartsease in East Norwich walked together in the spirit of St. Francis, with Franciscan Brother Sam, exploring faith, creation, and community, in the 800th anniversary of the Saint’s death. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738297/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Growth_of_faith_at_North_Norfolk_school.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738297/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Growth_of_faith_at_North_Norfolk_school.aspx Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT A quiet but unmistakable growth in Christian faith seems to be taking place among young people at Gresham’s School, at Holt in North Norfolk, with a surge of baptisms and confirmations over the last few years. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738291/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/UEA_Baroque_Ensemble_in_Norfolk_church_concert.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738291/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/UEA_Baroque_Ensemble_in_Norfolk_church_concert.aspx Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:40:00 GMT St George’s Church in Norwich will host the UEA Baroque Ensemble next month. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738006/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/New_Quaker_Denominational_Ecumenical_Officer_Appointed.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738006/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/New_Quaker_Denominational_Ecumenical_Officer_Appointed.aspx Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT Introducing Joy Croft the new Denominational Ecumenical Officer (DEO) for the Society of Friends (Quakers) in Norfolk and Waveney http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738234/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Decode_your_divine_dreams_in_Mundesley.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738234/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Decode_your_divine_dreams_in_Mundesley.aspx Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT Unlock the secrets of your dreams at a special event at Mundesley Free Church next month organised by the Barnabas Project. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738232/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Quiet_Waters_Bungay_offers_Prophetic_Art_retreat.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738232/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Quiet_Waters_Bungay_offers_Prophetic_Art_retreat.aspx Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT Quiet Waters Christian Retreat in Bungay is hosting a three-day retreat exploring creativity and prophecy. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738231/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Brassed_Off_concert_to_support_Norfolk_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738231/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Brassed_Off_concert_to_support_Norfolk_charity.aspx Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk is inviting the community to come together for one special evening as Brassed Off: A Together Concert takes place in Norwich, celebrating music, unity and hope while raising vital support for local charity work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731459/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Eco_Churches_Talk_in_Norwich_St_Johns.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731459/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Eco_Churches_Talk_in_Norwich_St_Johns.aspx Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:45:00 GMT A St John’s Cathedral’s Justice and Peace Group evening talk on practical ways to care for creation has been rescheduled for May 6. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738131/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Funding_boost_for_repairs_of_Mid_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738131/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Funding_boost_for_repairs_of_Mid_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:30:00 GMT A 10k grant from the National Churches Trust will help protect a church in Mid Norfolk providing funds for crucial repairs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738129/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_should_be_caretakers_to_God_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738129/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_should_be_caretakers_to_God_s.aspx Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT Hannah Hammond has been putting out her bins, and reminds us that avoiding unnecessary waste helps us to play our part in caring for God’s creation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738115/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishops_join_in_condemning_antisemitic_attacks.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738115/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishops_join_in_condemning_antisemitic_attacks.aspx Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham Usher has joined the bishops of Gloucester, Chelmsford and Southwark in publishing a joint statement in response to the rise of antisemitism in Britain. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738007/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Worship_with_your_pets_in_Meeting_Hill.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/738007/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Worship_with_your_pets_in_Meeting_Hill.aspx Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT There will be a pet service at Worstead Baptist Church in Meeting Hill next month, and all are very welcome to come along, with whatever pets they may have! By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737957/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Come_to_fundraising_concerts_for_Acle_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737957/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Come_to_fundraising_concerts_for_Acle_Church.aspx Sun, 19 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT A series of fundraising events will be held at St Edmunds Church in Acle, and tickets for the next two are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737866/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_charity_s_Youth_Bible_Easter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737866/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_charity_s_Youth_Bible_Easter.aspx Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:00:00 GMT This Easter, North Breckland Youth for Christ gifted a Youth Bible to all the young people who attend the various clubs run by the charity after a successful fundraising campaign. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_mans_vision_after_near_death_experience.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_mans_vision_after_near_death_experience.aspx Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:20:00 GMT Former Norfolk Fire Brigade technician Trevor Palmer died for 15 minutes in a Norwich hospital and received a vision from God before doctors managed to resuscitate him. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737781/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Trustee_role_with_The_Matthew_Project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737781/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Trustee_role_with_The_Matthew_Project.aspx Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project is seeking dedicated, compassionate, and strategically minded individuals to join its Board of Trustees. This is a rewarding opportunity to guide and support a well-established Christian charity making a real impact in its community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737780/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Trustee_Treasurer_with_The_Matthew_Project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737780/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Trustee_Treasurer_with_The_Matthew_Project.aspx Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT The Norwich-based Matthew Project is looking to appoint a Trustee Treasurer to help provide strategic oversight of its financial affairs and supporting its mission to deliver high quality services for the people and communities it serves. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737771/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Volunteers_appeal_by_South_Norfolk_church_youth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737771/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Volunteers_appeal_by_South_Norfolk_church_youth.aspx Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT An appeal has been made for new volunteers for a South Norfolk church youth café which is in danger of closure. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737751/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_Good_Shepherd_always_knows_best.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737751/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_Good_Shepherd_always_knows_best.aspx Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT Stuart Bailey explains how God has used drastic circumstances recently to force him to rest in His loving care. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737207/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Could_your_school_win_1k_Bishop_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737207/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Could_your_school_win_1k_Bishop_of.aspx Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT Does your local school have a nature garden, eco-club, wildlife group, vegetable plot or recycling team? The Bishop of Norwich is looking for the next winner of his Environment Prize for Schools. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Church_Action_on_Poverty.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Church_Action_on_Poverty.aspx Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT This year's Church Action on Poverty Sunday will take place on Sunday 18th October 2026, with a theme of "Food, faith and fellowship" http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737700/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Booton_Church_named_the_best_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737700/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Booton_Church_named_the_best_in_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT An author has described the distinctive Booton Parish Church, near Reepham, as his favourite church building in Norfolk. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737480/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_hit_by_three_crimes_every.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737480/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_hit_by_three_crimes_every.aspx Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT Three crimes were recorded at churches and places of worship in Norfolk every single week last year on average, according to figures obtained by the Countryside Alliance from Norfolk Constabulary. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737686/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Free_event_for_church_leaders_ministers_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737686/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Free_event_for_church_leaders_ministers_and.aspx Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT A Norwich church is opening its doors for a free, two-day gathering for pastors, leaders and church teams on June 15 and 16. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737685/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Night_time_strut_in_Norwich_to_demand.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737685/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Night_time_strut_in_Norwich_to_demand.aspx Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT Now in its third year, the Night‑time Strut set for June 10, is a powerful evening organised by the Magdalene Group to walk through Norwich to raise awareness of violence against women and girls. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737494/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Welcome_a_sanctuary_city_of_orange_hearts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737494/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Welcome_a_sanctuary_city_of_orange_hearts.aspx Sat, 11 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT Norwich City of Sanctuary is part of a national movement building a culture of welcome for people seeking safety, and Frances Middleton urges us to welcome these refugees to our city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737493/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/SEND_training_event_for_West_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737493/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/SEND_training_event_for_West_Norfolk_churches.aspx Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT Churches across West Norfolk are being invited to a practical and encouraging training evening to help them better support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737486/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Harrys_walk_to_support_Christian_ministers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737486/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Harrys_walk_to_support_Christian_ministers.aspx Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT Beccles Salvation Army leader, Harry Woods, is preparing to undertake a multi-day sponsored walk to raise funds for a new initiative aimed at supporting those serving in Christian ministry. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737465/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Celebrating_Easter_across_the_Diocese_of_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737465/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Celebrating_Easter_across_the_Diocese_of_Norwich.aspx Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT Church communities across the Diocese of Norwich have been sharing their Easter celebrations on social media and include Easter baskets, walks of witness, Easter Egg and craft events, sunrise communion, baptisms and Christenings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_pastors_book_offers_hope_in_troubled.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_pastors_book_offers_hope_in_troubled.aspx Wed, 08 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT A book written by a Norwich church pastor has been updated and re-printed for 2026. During this crisis in the Middle East when people may be looking for peace, this book for troubled times is shaped by a 17th century voice. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736130/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_church_to_hold_a_series_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736130/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_church_to_hold_a_series_of.aspx Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:30:00 GMT Christ Church Eaton is once again holding a series of monthly Talks at Two with visiting speakers exploring a range of subjects. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Easter_offers_us_a_return_to_Paradise.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Easter_offers_us_a_return_to_Paradise.aspx Tue, 07 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT James Knight has been reflecting on the story of Adam and Eve, and explains that the events of Easter offer us the opportunity to regain access to the tree of life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_s_Good_Friday_walk_of_witness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_s_Good_Friday_walk_of_witness.aspx Mon, 06 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT Christians gathered in Sheringham on Good Friday to take part in the annual walk of witness, where a large wooden cross was carried to the top of a local hill, and erected as a public display of faith. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737315/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Ambitious_funding_bid_for_Briston_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737315/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Ambitious_funding_bid_for_Briston_Church.aspx Sun, 05 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT A 3.5m project called Opening the Doors at All Saints has been launched to repair, restore, and improve Briston’s parish church, and locals have been invited to get involved. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/430474/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/YMCA_Norfolks_call_to_open_hearts_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/430474/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/YMCA_Norfolks_call_to_open_hearts_and.aspx Sat, 04 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT ​YMCA Norfolk is inviting individuals and families across the county to consider becoming Supported Lodgings hosts, offering young people aged 16 to 24 a safe, stable and nurturing place to live. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737299/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Sams_new_East_of_England_rural_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737299/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Sams_new_East_of_England_rural_mission.aspx Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT A decade after moving to Norfolk as a minister, Sam Abramian developed a heart for rural mission and is now set to take on a new challenge in a role supporting those who serve in rural communities across the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737296/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/A_poem_Happy_Easter_Lord_Jesus_Christ.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737296/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/A_poem_Happy_Easter_Lord_Jesus_Christ.aspx Sat, 04 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT A Network Norfolk reader David P Carroll has written a special Easter prayer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737278/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bishops_Easter_message_of_hope_and_not.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737278/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bishops_Easter_message_of_hope_and_not.aspx Fri, 03 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT Easter points to a future shaped by hope not fear says The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham Usher. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737256/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Help_keep_the_rain_out_of_Wiveton.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737256/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Help_keep_the_rain_out_of_Wiveton.aspx Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT St Mary’s Parish Church in Wiveton has launched a crowd-fund to raise funds for urgent repairs to the church building, and pottery designer Emma Bridgewater is lending her support to the campaign. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712045/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Christian_centres_offer_guests_a_warm_welcome.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712045/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Christian_centres_offer_guests_a_warm_welcome.aspx Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT Christian conference, activity, holiday and retreat centres across Norfolk and North Suffolk are warmly welcoming guests who are looking for something a little different. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737254/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Invite_to_landmark_religious_freedom_conference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737254/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Invite_to_landmark_religious_freedom_conference.aspx Thu, 02 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christians are invited to attend a hybrid landmark conference, in London and online, addressing increasing challenges to religious freedom around the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737197/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Restoration_of_Norfolk_church_continues_after_fire.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737197/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Restoration_of_Norfolk_church_continues_after_fire.aspx Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT The Eastern Daily Press has reported on the cause of the fire at St Mary's Church, Wimbotsham, as the 2.7m rebuilding project continues. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737191/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_churches_to_host_classical_festival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737191/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_churches_to_host_classical_festival.aspx Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT The five churches of the Glaven Valley on the North Norfolk Coast – Blakeney, Cley, Glandford, Letheringsett and Wiveton – will be hosting a week of varied and exciting programme of classical music in July. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737161/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Childrens_Easter_workshop_at_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737161/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Childrens_Easter_workshop_at_Norwich_church.aspx Thu, 02 Apr 2026 02:45:00 GMT A joyous occasion was held at St Andrew's church as children followed the story of Holy Week in drama, crafts, games and worship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737099/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Socks_and_chocs_for_Easter_for_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737099/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Socks_and_chocs_for_Easter_for_Norwich.aspx Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT Gifts of socks with a bar of chocolate and an Easter message have been delivered to Norwich-based homelessness charity St Martins thanks to the generosity of a local church and community group. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737143/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_it_s_time_to_respond_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737143/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_it_s_time_to_respond_to.aspx Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT Jane Walters encourages would-be writers to respond with action rather than excuses, and feels that the same applies whenever God calls for us to act. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737141/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Healthcare_quiet_day_invitation_made_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737141/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Healthcare_quiet_day_invitation_made_in_Norwich.aspx Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:50:00 GMT The Christian Medical Fellowship is holding a Foundations for Life Quiet Day for its East of England members in a Norwich church on April 18 and healthcare professionals are invited to attend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Procession_starts_Holy_Week_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Procession_starts_Holy_Week_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:00:00 GMT A Palm Sunday procession through Norwich and a beautiful performance of the St John Passion by the cathedral choir marked the beginning of Holy Week at Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737100/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_on_Songs_of_Praise.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737100/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_on_Songs_of_Praise.aspx Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMT On Maundy Thursday the King and Queen will be at St Asaph Cathedral in north Wales when 154 people will be given specially-struck silver coins in recognition of their Christian service to their churches and communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737098/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_invitation_to_walk_in_the_way.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737098/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_invitation_to_walk_in_the_way.aspx Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT St Francis church in Norwich has issued an open invitation to reflect on the life and legacy of St Francis of Assisi, as it marks the 800th anniversary of his passing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737083/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/New_development_worker_for_Yarmouth_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737083/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/New_development_worker_for_Yarmouth_churches.aspx Mon, 30 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT Matthew Hodder has been appointed Development Worker for Together Norfolk, with the aim of helping churches in the Great Yarmouth area to tackle poverty in their community. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736762/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Welcome_to_the_ecumenical_journey.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736762/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Welcome_to_the_ecumenical_journey.aspx Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT If you're discovering Churches Together in England for the first time, or if you have heard of them but know very little, they've put together a quick ‘What is CTE’ page to get you started http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737015/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Palm_Sunday_procession_marks_start_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737015/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Palm_Sunday_procession_marks_start_of.aspx Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT A Palm Sunday procession around the Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich on Sunday March, marked the start of Holy Week for the Diocese of East Anglia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Afternoon_tea_success_at_Lowestoft_chapel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/737008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Afternoon_tea_success_at_Lowestoft_chapel.aspx Sun, 29 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT Hope Alive Chapel welcomed many visitors to their free afternoon tea on Sunday 22 March. It was such fun that they have decided to hold another one very soon. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736950/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Annual_Julian_Lecture_returns_to_Norwich_this.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736950/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Annual_Julian_Lecture_returns_to_Norwich_this.aspx Sat, 28 Mar 2026 18:30:00 GMT Friends of Julian is once again hosting the annual Julian Lecture, and this year’s speaker has now been announced. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736886/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishops_life_and_legacy_celebrated_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736886/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishops_life_and_legacy_celebrated_at_Norwich.aspx Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMT The life and legacy of Bishop Timothy Dudley-Smith was celebrated at a special Choral Evensong at Norwich Cathedral on Sunday March 22. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736873/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Queen_s_Nurse_Nia_serves_N_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736873/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Queen_s_Nurse_Nia_serves_N_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT Nia Heycocks is the Salvation Army Parish Nurse in Sheringham, and was recently awarded the title of Queen's Nurse, recognising her outstanding commitment to community nursing. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/299344/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Norfolk_Christian_plumber_offers_quality_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/299344/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Norfolk_Christian_plumber_offers_quality_service.aspx Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:15:00 GMT Norfolk-based Christian plumber, Greg Bright, offers a friendly, qualified, professional service, with no call-out fees and work which is guaranteed for a year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736702/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Phils_passion_for_finding_peace.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736702/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Phils_passion_for_finding_peace.aspx Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:00:00 GMT Phil Gazley has travelled to over 30 countries, camped in the Arctic, and trained Albanian police detectives on human trafficking. God has been close to him throughout his adventures, giving him a passion for helping others find peace. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736752/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Find_space_to_pray_Easter_at_Yarmouth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736752/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Find_space_to_pray_Easter_at_Yarmouth.aspx Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT An interactive prayer space called "The Prayer He Walked" will be open at Kingsgate Community Church in Great Yarmouth during Holy week, and all are invited to join the experience. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736698/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/First_female_Archbishop_of_Canterbury_is_enthroned.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736698/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/First_female_Archbishop_of_Canterbury_is_enthroned.aspx Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:05:00 GMT Archbishop Sarah Mullally was installed as the first woman Archbishop of Canterbury in Canterbury Cathedral on March 25 in a historic service of hope and joy. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736692/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_youth_charity_sees_a_curiosity_about.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736692/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_youth_charity_sees_a_curiosity_about.aspx Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT The much-publicised rekindled interest in Christianity amongst young people is something Norwich Youth for Christ is experiencing, and spoke about at their recent Annual Showcase event, where they encouraged more people to support them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736689/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Discover_the_ongoing_benefits_of_Lent.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736689/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Discover_the_ongoing_benefits_of_Lent.aspx Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT James Knight suggests that the disciplines or abstinences of Lent may have longer lasting benefits in our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736528/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Walsingham_Christian_s_centenary_celebration.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736528/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Walsingham_Christian_s_centenary_celebration.aspx Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Brenda Jarvis, considered something of a local celebrity in her Walsingham church, celebrated her centenary with a tea party in the village on February 10, despite crashing into a glass cabinet a couple of days earlier. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736468/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Julian_Shrine_hosts_two_Norfolk_summer_retreats.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736468/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Julian_Shrine_hosts_two_Norfolk_summer_retreats.aspx Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:30:00 GMT The Julian Shrine in Norwich is hosting two retreats this summer, open to all across Norwich and Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736451/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Invitation_to_join_eco_church_festival_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736451/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Invitation_to_join_eco_church_festival_in.aspx Sat, 21 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT An open invitation has been extended to Norwich Cathedral for a Rogation Sunday Eco Church Festival Evensong giving thanks for God’s creation and celebrating the progress of churches across the Norfolk and Waveney on Sunday May 10. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/A_safe_haven_for_the_homeless_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/A_safe_haven_for_the_homeless_in.aspx Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT Members of Connect Norwich were invited to consider how to help people who are homeless, whether social action is mission in itself, and were informed about the vital work of the ARC in Pottergate. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_donates_Ukraine_generators.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_donates_Ukraine_generators.aspx Sat, 21 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT The community at St Peter’s Church in Sheringham has helped to raise enough money to buy three generators for Ukraine – after aiming to raise enough for one. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736364/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Walking_in_the_light_of_the_Saviour.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736364/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Walking_in_the_light_of_the_Saviour.aspx Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:40:00 GMT Ruth Lilley offers encouragement to those whose paths seem dark, or who may be unsure which road to take. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736369/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Cultivating_Holy_Curiosity_in_a_Diverse_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736369/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Cultivating_Holy_Curiosity_in_a_Diverse_Church.aspx Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Rev David Mayne, Regional Team Minister for the Eastern Baptist Association and member of Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney, reflects on how ecumenical encounter and theological openness deepen discipleship, enrich ministry, and strengthen unity http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736275/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Funding_renewed_for_Norfolk_exploitation_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736275/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Funding_renewed_for_Norfolk_exploitation_project.aspx Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT The Magdalene Group Rose Project has secured continued backing to expand support for young people across Norfolk affected by sexual exploitation. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Try_doing_nothing_for_Lent_this_year.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Try_doing_nothing_for_Lent_this_year.aspx Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT As Easter approaches, Rev Christina Rees suggests a way of allowing God to break into our busy lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735842/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Spring.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735842/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Spring.aspx Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Spring edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online, in time for Easter. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736129/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Enjoy_a_Cotswolds_concert_in_Cromer_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736129/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Enjoy_a_Cotswolds_concert_in_Cromer_Church.aspx Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT The Sheringham and Cromer Choral Society will be performing in Cromer Parish Church next month, and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736040/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Hollywood_comes_to_Bradwell_Parish_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/736040/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Hollywood_comes_to_Bradwell_Parish_Church.aspx Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT St Nicholas Church in Bradwell was taken over by a production crew for the filming of a funeral scene in a new thriller, with Rector Steve Deall playing the vicar! By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735828/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Vigil_held_around_Norwich_Cathedral_s_Peace.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735828/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Vigil_held_around_Norwich_Cathedral_s_Peace.aspx Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT A Vigil for Peace was held at Norwich Cathedral at the weekend to show solidarity with all who are suffering as a result of the unrest in the Middle East and in other places of conflict around the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735946/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_church_to_host_ladies_conference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735946/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_church_to_host_ladies_conference.aspx Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT Home Church Watton will host the Arise Ladies Conference in May, open to women from across the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735904/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Generous_donation_from_Norwich_Catholic_mothers_group.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735904/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Generous_donation_from_Norwich_Catholic_mothers_group.aspx Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:00:00 GMT A Union of Catholic Mothers (UCM) group in Norwich donated 1,250 to Samaritan's Purse, the charity that runs Operation Christmas Child, giving gifts and hope to children across the world. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735886/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_church_launches_Fatherhood_series.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735886/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_church_launches_Fatherhood_series.aspx Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:30:00 GMT The West Norfolk Fatherhood series is launching this month to support dads of children under three across King’s Lynn and West Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735877/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_Music_Evenings_at_Upper_Sheringham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735877/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_Music_Evenings_at_Upper_Sheringham_church.aspx Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT All Saints Church in Upper Sheringham will be hosting a series of monthly concerts throughout the summer, and a season ticket for all of them is now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Serving_God_in_a_warzone_special_meeting.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Serving_God_in_a_warzone_special_meeting.aspx Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT Norwich Evangelical Free Church will host missionaries from Ukraine on March 25. Malcom Clegg, from Central Eurasian Partners, and his colleagues will speak about what God is doing in the context of the suffering and evil of war. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735816/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Turn_to_the_light_in_this_Gothic.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735816/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Turn_to_the_light_in_this_Gothic.aspx Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT John Myhill has been reflecting on the darkness of all the Gothic imagery in our lives, and urges us to dwell on all the goodness in our society. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735775/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Online_mission_conference_from_Norfolk_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735775/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Online_mission_conference_from_Norfolk_charity.aspx Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT Norfolk-based charity The Way of the Spirit will hold its 2026 mission conference online later this month and invites you to join them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735753/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Any_Questions_broadcast_from_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735753/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Any_Questions_broadcast_from_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT Politics and current affairs took centre stage at Norwich Cathedral on Friday March 6 when BBC Radio 4 broadcast its flagship political discussion programme Any Questions? live from the Cathedral’s nave. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735669/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Young_people_join_YMCA_Norfolk_Sleep_Easy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735669/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Young_people_join_YMCA_Norfolk_Sleep_Easy.aspx Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT This year’s YMCA Norfolk Sleep Easy event on Friday March 6 saw an inspiring show of compassion and action from young people across its community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735693/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_quilt_marks_Covid_Memorial_Day.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735693/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_quilt_marks_Covid_Memorial_Day.aspx Sun, 08 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Covid-19 Memorial Day on Sunday March 8 was marked at Christ Church in Norwich with the display of a Quilt of Kindness created during the pandemic. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657855/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/A_unique_urban_retreat_in_the_centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657855/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/A_unique_urban_retreat_in_the_centre.aspx Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT All Hallows Guesthouse is a unique urban retreat in the heart of Norwich offering peace and tranquility in the midst of a vibrant and historic city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735597/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Prayer_and_worship_evening_for_King_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735597/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Prayer_and_worship_evening_for_King_s.aspx Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT Cornerstone Baptist Church will host the next Worship United evening of prayer and worship and invite you to join them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Food_Cabin_makes_a_profound_difference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Food_Cabin_makes_a_profound_difference.aspx Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:30:00 GMT The Food Cabin in Dereham, led by Wellspring Family Centre, has been commended by Norfolk’s Lord Lieutenant Lady Dannatt for the work it does providing affordable food to families in the area. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735511/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Sing_your_childhood_songs_to_God_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735511/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Sing_your_childhood_songs_to_God_in.aspx Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT There will be an opportunity to sing along to all those school assembly songs from your childhood, and find out more about them, at a Gorleston primary school later this month, and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687486/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Your_chance_to_support_the_work_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687486/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Your_chance_to_support_the_work_of.aspx Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT Churches and Christian organisations across Greater Norwich have been asked to join Connect Norwich in "strengthening the threads that hold our city together" and in building meaningful relationships within the local Christian community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735466/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Whose_report_shall_you_believe.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735466/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Whose_report_shall_you_believe.aspx Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Catherine Ayre has been reflecting on the story of Joshua, and reminds us that our words can be a source of great encouragement to others, or simply be destructive. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735418/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Celebrate_Love_s_Feast_in_Walsingham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735418/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Celebrate_Love_s_Feast_in_Walsingham.aspx Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT A salon concert with supper to celebrate the Feast day of St Joseph will be held in Walsingham later this month, and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_church_open_for_free_bicycle_repairs.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_church_open_for_free_bicycle_repairs.aspx Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT St Francis Church in Norwich will host its Bike Kitchen this Saturday morning, offering free minor repairs from a qualified bike mechanic. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Cromer_church_takes_part_in_global_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Cromer_church_takes_part_in_global_prayer.aspx Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Cromer Parish Church will take part in the annual World Day of Prayer’s 38-hour prayer event on Friday March 6, at 2pm. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Join_the_Bishop_of_Norwich_on_summer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Join_the_Bishop_of_Norwich_on_summer.aspx Sun, 01 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich invites young adults of all denominations to join him for a week of prayer, Bible study, and relaxation in France this summer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735326/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/New_Alpha_course_starting_in_West_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735326/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/New_Alpha_course_starting_in_West_Norfolk.aspx Sat, 28 Feb 2026 19:00:00 GMT The King’s Glory Church in King’s Lynn will begin its next Alpha course next week, open to those who want to explore the Christian Faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735254/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_should_Christians_respond_to_abortion.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735254/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_should_Christians_respond_to_abortion.aspx Sat, 28 Feb 2026 11:00:00 GMT Stuart Bailey attended an abortion related prayer meeting back in November, and the evening left him with some nagging thoughts. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735250/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Appeal_to_Norwich_churches_for_Easter_resources.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735250/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Appeal_to_Norwich_churches_for_Easter_resources.aspx Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Norwich churches are being invited to support an Easter display at the main Aviva offices on Surrey Street in the city centre. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735295/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/Cook_needed_at_Lakenham_Day_Centre_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735295/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/Cook_needed_at_Lakenham_Day_Centre_in.aspx Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT Christian charity Community Action Norwich is looking for a compassionate and reliable part-time Cook to prepare and serve a freshly cooked two-course meal for 30–40 older people twice a week at its friendly, dementia-friendly Day Centre. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735187/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Cathedral_welcomes_new_Canon_Pastor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735187/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Cathedral_welcomes_new_Canon_Pastor.aspx Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral welcomed a new Residentiary Canon Rev Liz Leaver during Choral Evensong on February 24 where she was installed as the Cathedral’s Canon Pastor and blessed by the Bishop of Norwich. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735210/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_Catholic_primary_school_set_for_transfer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735210/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_Catholic_primary_school_set_for_transfer.aspx Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT A Catholic school in Swaffham is set to transfer to a non-denominational primary school to help ensure its future success for children in the town. Sacred Heart Primary School will stay open for pupils but under a new academy trust. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_church_worship_leader_wows_BGT_judges.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_church_worship_leader_wows_BGT_judges.aspx Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:00:00 GMT Norwich church worship leader Emma Nuule wowed judges – including Simon Cowell – with an audition on Britain’s Got Talent last weekend – gaining a standing ovation and four yesses from the judges. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735191/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Free_holy_week_resources_for_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735191/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Free_holy_week_resources_for_Norfolk_churches.aspx Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:00:00 GMT 'Holy Week Encounter with The Chosen' is a specially curated resource designed for use in church services, small groups, or special Holy Week gatherings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735170/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Large_numbers_join_Catholic_Church_in_East.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735170/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Large_numbers_join_Catholic_Church_in_East.aspx Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT The number of candidates preparing to be received into the Catholic Church across England at Easter is at its highest level for 15 years, including in the Diocese of East Anglia. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735158/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/New_book_celebrates_150_years_of_family.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735158/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/New_book_celebrates_150_years_of_family.aspx Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT They have funded seaside breaks for families in need, given food and drink to the hungry and homeless, helped children maintain links with imprisoned fathers, supported couples marrying in churches and war refugees rebuilding shattered lives in Norfolk. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735157/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_of_Norwich_on_top_100_climate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735157/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_of_Norwich_on_top_100_climate.aspx Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has been named one of the 100 most influential sustainability and climate leaders in the UK. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735098/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Is_your_thinking_and_your_faith_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735098/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Is_your_thinking_and_your_faith_on.aspx Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Jane Walters has been baking cakes, but they turned out a little lop-sided! http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735092/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Christian_help_is_available_for_eating_disorders.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735092/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Christian_help_is_available_for_eating_disorders.aspx Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT To coincide with Eating Disorder Awareness Week (February 23 to March 1), Norwich-based volunteer with Christian eating disorders charity tastelife UK, Deborah Lechmere, describes her own family experience and points to a way forward. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735021/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Church_to_host_pop_up_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735021/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Church_to_host_pop_up_Christian.aspx Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Christian Bookshop ministry Green Pastures is to hold monthly pop-up shops at the Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham, starting in March. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735002/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Guest_speaker_at_womens_prayer_breakfast_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735002/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Guest_speaker_at_womens_prayer_breakfast_in.aspx Sun, 22 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT Norwich Central Baptist Church is offering an opportunity for women to gather over breakfast for spiritual nourishment and hear from guest speaker Paige Squirrel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735004/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Teen_Challenge_delivers_powerful_message_to_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/735004/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Teen_Challenge_delivers_powerful_message_to_churches.aspx Sun, 22 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The team at a Norfolk Christian charity would like to thank local churches for the encouragement they have recently received, and invite other churches to hear their powerful speakers at a service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734998/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Churches_join_together_to_love_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734998/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Churches_join_together_to_love_community.aspx Sun, 22 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Hope Alive Chapel and North Lowestoft United Reformed Church joined forces to give away free hot chocolate in Lowestoft Town Centre this month. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_teen_takes_steps_for_film.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_teen_takes_steps_for_film.aspx Sat, 21 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT Seventeen-year-old Dylan Melia is working towards his first short film, set at Letton Hall, in the hope that it will launch his career in film and television. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734879/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Youthscape_Essentials_training_for_West_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734879/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Youthscape_Essentials_training_for_West_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:30:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich will deliver the Youthscape Essentials course in King’s Lynn and two other locations across the region for those working with young people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734830/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_church_serves_hundreds_of_pancakes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734830/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_church_serves_hundreds_of_pancakes.aspx Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Families from across Gorleston gathered this week for a lively Pancake Party at St Mary Magdalene Church, where volunteers cooked and served almost 500 pancakes during a fun-filled afternoon for the local community. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734462/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norfolk_churches_announce_Life_26_programme.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734462/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norfolk_churches_announce_Life_26_programme.aspx Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT A series of events run by Norfolk Gospel Partnership (NGP) churches will take place in March, aimed at helping people understand the difference Jesus can make in their lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734770/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/When_we_ask_Jesus_for_healing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734770/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/When_we_ask_Jesus_for_healing.aspx Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT James Knight has been studying accounts in the gospels of people being healed by Jesus, and believes we can learn lessons from those stories as we seek His help. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734735/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Pause_for_a_Quiet_Morning_in_Mid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734735/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Pause_for_a_Quiet_Morning_in_Mid.aspx Tue, 17 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT All Saints Church, Mattishall will host a Quiet Morning next month providing an opportunity to pause and reflect. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734733/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Ecumenical_candlelit_Vespers_in_Sheringham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734733/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Ecumenical_candlelit_Vespers_in_Sheringham.aspx Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT More than 100 Christians from across North Norfolk gathered at St Joseph Church in Sheringham on 2 February for a beautiful ecumenical celebration of Vespers on the Feast of Candlemas. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734502/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Get_renewed_refreshed_at_Overstrand_residential.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734502/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Get_renewed_refreshed_at_Overstrand_residential.aspx Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:00:00 GMT Renew and Refresh is the title of a residential retreat at the Pleasaunce in Overstrand next month, and bookings are now being taken. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734500/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Ralphs_skydive_for_The_Salvation_Army.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734500/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Ralphs_skydive_for_The_Salvation_Army.aspx Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:30:00 GMT A man with a fear of heights is set to take on the challenge of a lifetime by skydiving at 13,000 feet over Scotland in support of a drop-in for people who are homeless or vulnerably housed run by The Salvation Army in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734483/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_InterFaith_Link_to_host_online_meetings.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734483/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_InterFaith_Link_to_host_online_meetings.aspx Sun, 15 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT Norwich InterFaith Link is hosting four online Zoom meetings in the coming months to share and explore different experiences and beliefs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_authors_superhuman_Jesus_book.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_authors_superhuman_Jesus_book.aspx Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:00:00 GMT A Norfolk Christian author has published a biographical novel based on the culture and society that shaped Jesus as he grew up and prepared for ministry. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734291/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Project_launch_has_Gorleston_church_buzzing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734291/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Project_launch_has_Gorleston_church_buzzing.aspx Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT A new project has taken shape at St Mary Magdalene Church in Gorleston, aimed at promoting food security, wellbeing and community through beekeeping. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734165/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Point_Roofing_roofing_expertise_you_can_trust.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734165/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Point_Roofing_roofing_expertise_you_can_trust.aspx Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The Point Roofing and Guttering team is a local Norwich roofing company that has been providing roofing and guttering services across Norwich and Norfolk for many years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734261/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_youth_charity_Easter_Bible_gift.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734261/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_youth_charity_Easter_Bible_gift.aspx Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:00:00 GMT North Breckland Youth For Christ is asking supporters to sponsor a Bible gift this Easter in response to the Quiet Revival. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734241/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Othello_on_stage_at_Cathedral_s_Shakespeare.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734241/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Othello_on_stage_at_Cathedral_s_Shakespeare.aspx Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT One of Shakespeare’s most powerful and poignant plays will be performed in Norwich Cathedral’s Cloister this summer as Othello takes to the stage for this year’s Shakespeare Festival. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_churchs_ongoing_Ukraine_support.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_churchs_ongoing_Ukraine_support.aspx Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:00:00 GMT St Peter’s Church in Sheringham will hold its fourth annual service later this month to mark the anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and to affirm their ongoing support for those affected by the war. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734010/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/_Let_love_be_your_greatest_aim.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/734010/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/_Let_love_be_your_greatest_aim.aspx Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT St Valentine’s day is rapidly approaching, but Ruth Lilley encourages us to show love to others throughout the year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733986/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Training_begins_at_Norwich_Franciscan_ceremony.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733986/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Training_begins_at_Norwich_Franciscan_ceremony.aspx Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:00:00 GMT A Catholic group of laypeople in Norwich welcomed a new candidate to their order. Members of the Secular Franciscan Order observe the Gospel of Jesus by following the examples of St. Francis of Assisi. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733971/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Stibbard_students_spruce_up_local_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733971/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Stibbard_students_spruce_up_local_church.aspx Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Pupils from All Saints CEVA Primary School have been cleaning their local parish church ahead of its landmark anniversary celebrations. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733894/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_pastor_inducted_at_Aylsham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733894/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_pastor_inducted_at_Aylsham_church.aspx Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:30:00 GMT Alan Howes has been inducted as pastor at Emmanuel Church in Aylsham, and brings with him a story of God’s miraculous healing. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733891/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_church_worker_s_High_Sheriff_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733891/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_church_worker_s_High_Sheriff_award.aspx Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Sue Loades, who was Community Link worker at St Mary Magdalene Church in Gorleston, has been given an award for her services to the community by the High Sheriff of Norfolk. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733783/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Community_chaplaincy_training_coming_to_West_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733783/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Community_chaplaincy_training_coming_to_West_Norfolk.aspx Sat, 07 Feb 2026 08:30:00 GMT Norfolk-based Christian chaplaincy charity CCN will be holding free volunteer chaplaincy training in King’s Lynn this spring. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733696/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Progressive_Christianity_Network_welcomes_new_members.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733696/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Progressive_Christianity_Network_welcomes_new_members.aspx Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT Over the past year a group of Christians have been meeting monthly in Norwich to share and discuss what it means to live out their faith in 2026. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733628/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/New_dates_for_Norfolk_church_administrators_meet.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733628/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/New_dates_for_Norfolk_church_administrators_meet.aspx Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:00:00 GMT A group for administration workers of churches and Christian organisations in Norfolk has been meeting for the past two years and invites others to join. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733627/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_Mr_Men_can_help_us_give.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733627/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_Mr_Men_can_help_us_give.aspx Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Anna Price explains how some of the Mr Men characters from the popular Roger Hargreaves books can provide insight into how we communicate with each other. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733539/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Walsingham_Christian_celebrates_100_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733539/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Walsingham_Christian_celebrates_100_years.aspx Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT Brenda Jarvis, considered something of a local celebrity in her Walsingham church, will celebrate her centenary with a tea party in the village next week. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733542/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_based_Christian_peacebuilding_course_for_Lent.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733542/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_based_Christian_peacebuilding_course_for_Lent.aspx Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:00:00 GMT Peace Catalyst Norwich will be holding a special Lent version of its Introduction to Christian Peacebuilding Course online, starting the first week of Lent. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733492/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/_30k_raised_in_Norwich_homelessness_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733492/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/_30k_raised_in_Norwich_homelessness_charity.aspx Tue, 03 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT Around 50 people, including the Lady Dannatt MBE, swapped their mattresses for the cold flagstones of the Cloister at Norwich Cathedral as part of a Sleep Out to raise money and awareness about homelessness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733464/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prayer_is_in_the_very_DNA_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733464/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prayer_is_in_the_very_DNA_of.aspx Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Prayer is in the very DNA of Norwich and has been for hundreds of years, says 24-7 Prayer movement founder and author Pete Greig, who spoke at several meetings at Soul Church in the city yesterday http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733016/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Hundreds_gather_for_Norfolk_women_s_conference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/733016/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Hundreds_gather_for_Norfolk_women_s_conference.aspx Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:00:00 GMT Back for its third year, The Norfolk Gospel Partnership Women’s Conference 2026 saw 400 women from across the region gather together for a day of worship, inspirational Bible teaching and encouragement. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732937/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Portuguese_speaking_church_in_Norwich_celebrates.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732937/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Portuguese_speaking_church_in_Norwich_celebrates.aspx Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:30:00 GMT It is seven years since a Portuguese speaking congregation was established at Norwich Central Baptist Church (NCBC) and its leaders are grateful for its growth over the years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732933/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Speaker_announced_for_West_Norfolk_Bible_Conference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732933/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Speaker_announced_for_West_Norfolk_Bible_Conference.aspx Wed, 28 Jan 2026 08:30:00 GMT The date and speaker have been announced for the 2026 Word on the Wash day conference held in King’s Lynn later this year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732892/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Celebrating_the_Light_of_the_world.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732892/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Celebrating_the_Light_of_the_world.aspx Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Next Monday will be the feast of Candlemas, forty days after Christmas. Rev Christina Rees explains the significance of this for Christians. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732813/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/See_The_Passion_performed_at_Sheringham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732813/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/See_The_Passion_performed_at_Sheringham_church.aspx Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT A passion play performed by Lamps Collective will be coming to St Andrew’s Methodist Church in Sheringham in March, and there is no charge to attend. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Lynn_church_offers_key_support.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Lynn_church_offers_key_support.aspx Mon, 26 Jan 2026 07:30:00 GMT A church in King’s Lynn has recently opened a weekly drop-in café for parents to connect and receive advice from trained practitioners. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732670/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Prayers_and_reflections_for_creative_writers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732670/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Prayers_and_reflections_for_creative_writers.aspx Sun, 25 Jan 2026 09:00:00 GMT “Bless the Work of our Hands” is a new book by Jane Walters offering inspiration for creatives, and all are invited to the on-line book launch next month. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732788/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Music_takes_to_the_stage_at_Mid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732788/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Music_takes_to_the_stage_at_Mid.aspx Sat, 24 Jan 2026 20:00:00 GMT A church in Mid Norfolk will host a series of concerts in the coming months featuring a swing band and a community rock choir. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732548/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Charity_open_afternoons_at_the_Bishops_Garden.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732548/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Charity_open_afternoons_at_the_Bishops_Garden.aspx Sat, 24 Jan 2026 09:00:00 GMT It’s time to plan a visit to one of Norfolk’s oldest and most fascinating gardens as its charity open afternoons are announced for Spring/Summer 2026. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732677/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_church_tells_of_90_year_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732677/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_church_tells_of_90_year_community.aspx Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT Connect Norwich attendees heard about the great community work done by Oak Grove Community Church in its local area over the past 90 years, during its latest Christian leaders lunch on January 21. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732754/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/The_Annual_NWCT_Talk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732754/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/The_Annual_NWCT_Talk.aspx Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Now in its second year, this year’s Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney (NWCT) Talk was on the enduring relevance of Saint John Henry Newman for all Christians today, Dr Ian Watson reports http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732678/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Church_unity_was_theme_at_Connect_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732678/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Church_unity_was_theme_at_Connect_Norwich.aspx Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Church unity was the theme of the latest Connect Norwich meeting of Christian leaders at Oak Grove Community Church on January 21. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732610/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Old_Meeting_House_updates_its_hymn_book.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732610/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Old_Meeting_House_updates_its_hymn_book.aspx Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The congregation at the The Old Meeting House in Norwich loves to sing hymns, and this week is starting to use a new hymnbook containing both classic and contemporary hymns. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732459/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_church_has_rebuild_plans_approved.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732459/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_church_has_rebuild_plans_approved.aspx Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMT A church in Dereham has been granted permission to replace its existing hall with a new, modern building. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_church_mission_to_ask_whats_missing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_church_mission_to_ask_whats_missing.aspx Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:20:00 GMT A nationwide gospel mission called Life 26 will start in March, and Norfolk churches are prepared to get involved, with the goal of seeing people commit their lives to Jesus for the first time. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732390/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Hold_your_nerve_and_trust_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732390/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Hold_your_nerve_and_trust_God.aspx Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Jane Walters was recently faced with deciding whether or not to embark on a cross-country journey with her team in a potential snowstorm, but trusted God for the outcome. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732246/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Cliff_Richard_tribute_speaks_and_sings_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732246/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Cliff_Richard_tribute_speaks_and_sings_at.aspx Mon, 19 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT Cliff Richard lookalike and tribute act Will Chandler told his remarkable story of faith and complete recovery from cancer, and performed a few well-known Cliff songs, at the Christmas Dinner of Norwich FGB on December 11. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732222/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Ugandan_children_s_choir_returns_to_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732222/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Ugandan_children_s_choir_returns_to_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 19 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT The Watoto Children’s Choir will return to Norwich later this year with two dates on the 2026 UK tour. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Methodists_launch_dementia_group.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Methodists_launch_dementia_group.aspx Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT `The Bridge` is a new monthly group for those living with dementia and their carers, which will meet at St Andrews Methodist Church in Sheringham. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732122/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/New_Norwich_churches_debt_charity_is_launched.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732122/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/New_Norwich_churches_debt_charity_is_launched.aspx Sat, 17 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT A small group of Norwich city centre churches have set up a new charity to provide face to face debt advice and ae now looking for volunteer mentors, receptionists and trustees. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732128/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Enjoy_Easter_passion_play_at_Oulton_Broad.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732128/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Enjoy_Easter_passion_play_at_Oulton_Broad.aspx Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:00:00 GMT Riding Lights Theatre Company will perform a new passion play, “Night Falls”, at St Mark's Church in Oulton Broad in March, and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732105/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pete_Greig_to_lead_open_Norwich_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/732105/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pete_Greig_to_lead_open_Norwich_prayer.aspx Thu, 15 Jan 2026 11:00:00 GMT 24-7 Prayer movement founder and author Pete Greig will lead a city-wide prayer night at Soul Church in Norwich on February 1 to which all churches and Christians across Norwich and Norfolk are invited. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731922/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bear_Grylls_speaks_of_adventure_of_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731922/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bear_Grylls_speaks_of_adventure_of_faith.aspx Wed, 14 Jan 2026 18:00:00 GMT Bear Grylls talked about his adventure of faith, what helps him in the challenging moments of life and his own Everest experience, at Soul Church in Norwich, during his first-ever visit to the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/When_a_painful_pruning_is_for_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/When_a_painful_pruning_is_for_the.aspx Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:30:00 GMT James Knight explains how God’s pruning, which may be painful, can result in a more fulfilling life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731989/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Erosion_threat_to_more_N_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731989/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Erosion_threat_to_more_N_Norfolk_church.aspx Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT North Norfolk district council has identified three church graveyards in the villages of Happisburgh, Trimingham, and Mundesley, which are at being at risk of being engulfed by the sea in the coming decades. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731977/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_church_sings_the_virtue_of_hymns.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731977/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_church_sings_the_virtue_of_hymns.aspx Tue, 13 Jan 2026 19:00:00 GMT The Old Meeting House church values the importance of hymn singing. Their next 'Sing of Saturday' event is on January 17. Pastor John Clements explains the benefits of singing, and hymns in particular. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731933/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/New_West_Norfolk_Churches_Together_Newsletter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731933/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/New_West_Norfolk_Churches_Together_Newsletter.aspx Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:30:00 GMT The new Churches Together newsletter seeks to connect and encourage Christians across King’s Lynn and West Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731700/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_s_play_zone_set_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731700/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_s_play_zone_set_to.aspx Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Work to extend the Soft Play zone at Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham is almost complete, and should re-open to customers next week. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731355/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Video_showcases_Norwich_jazz_ensemble_opportunity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731355/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Video_showcases_Norwich_jazz_ensemble_opportunity.aspx Sun, 11 Jan 2026 20:00:00 GMT Well-known Norwich Christian musician and teacher, David Fitzgerald, has released a video showcasing his Saxworld and Jazzworld ensembles. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731689/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Cup_kicks_off_second_half_of_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731689/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Cup_kicks_off_second_half_of_Norfolk.aspx Sun, 11 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT The second half of the season for the Norfolk Christian Football league kicks off in mid January with the adult cup competitions which culminate in May, reports league secretary Paul Nice. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731679/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Gathered_by_the_Spirit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731679/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Gathered_by_the_Spirit.aspx Sun, 11 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Through shared worship at St Andrew’s Church in Holt, Anglicans, Catholics and Methodists joined together in a quiet gift of ecumenism in anticipation for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity - Dr Ian Watson (County Ecumenical Officer) reports http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731674/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_invitation_to_charity_business_breakfast.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731674/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_invitation_to_charity_business_breakfast.aspx Sat, 10 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project has issued an open invitation to the local business community to join its next TMP Business Breakfast on the subject of Drug Awareness and Networking on January 30 in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731632/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Plough_Sunday_tradition_returns_in_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731632/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Plough_Sunday_tradition_returns_in_Norfolk_churches.aspx Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT A tradition which was once a major event in the towns and villages of East Anglia will be celebrated in Anglican churches in Norfolk this weekend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731605/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Enjoy_the_snowdrops_at_Thorpe_Market_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731605/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Enjoy_the_snowdrops_at_Thorpe_Market_Church.aspx Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT All are invited to Snowdrop Sundays at Thorpe Market Church on Sunday afternoons in February when there will also be art exhibitions, music, and refreshments. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731533/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Belaugh_church_staithe_now_back_in_use.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731533/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Belaugh_church_staithe_now_back_in_use.aspx Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT Visitors can now arrive at St Peter’s church in Belaugh again by boat following repairs to the parish staithe, completed with the help of the Diocese of Norwich. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731532/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_kind_of_footprints_do_I_leave.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731532/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_kind_of_footprints_do_I_leave.aspx Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley has been walking in the snow, and reflects on the footprints that she leaves behind for others to see. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Celebrate_the_Week_of_Prayer_for_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Celebrate_the_Week_of_Prayer_for_Christian.aspx Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT Quaker, Anglican, URC, Evangelical and Peace Catalyst traditions come together to host celebrations for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in Norwich http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731465/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Christian_womens_group_celebrates_20_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731465/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Christian_womens_group_celebrates_20_years.aspx Wed, 07 Jan 2026 09:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian women's group Zoe was established nearly 20 years ago, and will be celebrating two decades of friendship, growth and answered prayer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731464/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Wise_Men_arrive_on_Cawston_vicar_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731464/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Wise_Men_arrive_on_Cawston_vicar_s.aspx Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Three wise men hitched a lift to Cawston Church on a vintage tractor, followed by a parade of tractors and parishioners, in the village’s annual Plough Sunday procession. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729983/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Unity_theme_for_Connect_Norwich_at_Oak.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729983/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Unity_theme_for_Connect_Norwich_at_Oak.aspx Tue, 06 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT The first meeting of Connect Norwich in 2026 will take place at Oak Grove Community Church in Norwich on January 21 with the theme of Christian unity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659567/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/New_Creative_Christian_retreats_in_Bungay_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659567/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/New_Creative_Christian_retreats_in_Bungay_for.aspx Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:00:00 GMT Quiet Waters Christian Retreat Centre in Bungay is running new creative cabin workshops and residential retreats this year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511667/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Centre_offers_Christian_holidays_on_the_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511667/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Centre_offers_Christian_holidays_on_the_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 05 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT With stunning locations in North Norfolk and North Wales, Christian Endeavour Holiday Centres are places to relax the body, replenish the mind, and rejuvenate the soul. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Now_is_the_time_for_action.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Now_is_the_time_for_action.aspx Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The New Year is a time when many of us make new resolutions, and Catherine Ayre suggests that now is the time to resolve to take positive action to carry out God’s will. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731168/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_trio_honoured_by_King.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731168/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_trio_honoured_by_King.aspx Sun, 04 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Three people connected to the Diocese of Norwich have received honours in the King’s New Year Honours List 2026, which recognises people who have achievements in public life or committed themselves to serving and helping the UK. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731050/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Norwich_Methodist_minister_is_a_real.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731050/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Norwich_Methodist_minister_is_a_real.aspx Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT New Superintendent Minister of the Norwich Methodist Circuit, Rev Tom Osborne, has an interest in how the Church and Christian faith interacts and overlaps with aspects of modern culture, including music and geekery. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731024/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Queens_honour_for_Norfolk_parish_nurse_Nia.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/731024/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Queens_honour_for_Norfolk_parish_nurse_Nia.aspx Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army Parish Nurse in Sheringham, has received one of the profession’s most prestigious titles as the title of Queen’s Nurse recognises outstanding commitment to community nursing that places the person at the centre of care. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730994/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_churchs_Christmas_Day_community_café.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730994/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_churchs_Christmas_Day_community_café.aspx Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT A South Norfolk church held a community café on Christmas Day for people to enjoy a warm welcome space with plenty of company, food, drink and games to play. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hear_the_story_of_Norfolk_s_Angel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hear_the_story_of_Norfolk_s_Angel.aspx Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT Norfolk’s Angel of the Bridewell - a tale of compassion, courage and Christian conviction - can be heard in a Norwich church on New Year’s Day. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_lost_shepherd_who_followed_the_star.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_lost_shepherd_who_followed_the_star.aspx Mon, 29 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT From Stalham Baptist Church comes the story of a young shepherd boy who became lost when rescuing a lamb. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730934/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Suffolk_sees_encouraging_church_attendance_rise.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730934/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Suffolk_sees_encouraging_church_attendance_rise.aspx Sun, 28 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Church of England churches in Suffolk have seen a rise in congregation numbers – surpassing the overall national increase in church attendance this year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730931/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Norfolk_charity_serves_Christmas_meal_for_100.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730931/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Norfolk_charity_serves_Christmas_meal_for_100.aspx Sat, 27 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Great Yarmouth Pathway cafe served a full three-course hot Christmas Day meal to over 100 guests from the Great Yarmouth area, as well as entertaining them with a brass band. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730880/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Thanks_from_Christian_shoebox_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730880/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Thanks_from_Christian_shoebox_charity.aspx Wed, 24 Dec 2025 19:00:00 GMT Local organisers of Operation Christmas Child wish to thank people in Norfolk for their involvement in the project this year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_choir_completes_carol_singalong_season.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_choir_completes_carol_singalong_season.aspx Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT The Oasis Chapel Singers completed their season of free Christmas singalongs by performing at Great Yarmouth Primary Academy's Christmas Fair. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730842/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Carols_by_the_sea_for_Sheringham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730842/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Carols_by_the_sea_for_Sheringham_church.aspx Mon, 22 Dec 2025 11:00:00 GMT Lighthouse Community Church joined forces with Cromer and Sheringham Brass Band for an evening of carols by the sea on Sheringham promenade – just one of several community initiatives by the church this Christmas. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Lowestoft_Nativity_Walk_set_for_Christmas_Eve.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Lowestoft_Nativity_Walk_set_for_Christmas_Eve.aspx Mon, 22 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT A popular Nativity Walk is set to take place in Lowestoft on Christmas Eve to bring families together to remember the true meaning of Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730843/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Exciting_year_for_Norfolk_Christian_bookshop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730843/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Exciting_year_for_Norfolk_Christian_bookshop.aspx Mon, 22 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT Green Pastures Christian Bookshop in Dereham looks back on an exciting year during which they have not only give encouragement to others but have also been encouraged in their ministry in Norfolk and Suffolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730822/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Norwich_Methodist_Superintendent_Minister.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730822/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Norwich_Methodist_Superintendent_Minister.aspx Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT The Norwich Methodist Circuit has welcomed a new Superintendent Minister - Rev Tom Osborne has moved to Norwich from Manningtree in Essex, where for 8 years he served as Superintendent of the Tendring Circuit. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_heaven_s_peace_broke_the_silence.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_heaven_s_peace_broke_the_silence.aspx Sat, 20 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT As Christmas approaches, Hannah Hammond offers advice for finding some peace in this increasingly busy and bustling time of year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730733/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Crostwight_church_to_conserve_C14th_wall_pictures.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730733/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Crostwight_church_to_conserve_C14th_wall_pictures.aspx Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:00:00 GMT Funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund has enabled All Saints, Crostwight to begin the process of conserving its historic medieval wall paintings. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730679/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Live_as_pilgrims_of_hope_says_Bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730679/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Live_as_pilgrims_of_hope_says_Bishop.aspx Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:35:00 GMT In his Christmas message the Bishop of East Anglia urges us, amid a troubled world, to embrace the true hope revealed in Christ’s birth and to live as faithful pilgrims of hope. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730678/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_meaningful_countdown_to_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730678/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_meaningful_countdown_to_Christmas.aspx Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Christina Rees is counting down the days to Christmas, but she is reflecting on a more powerful form of Advent calendar. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730633/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Oulton_Broad_church_wins_environment_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730633/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Oulton_Broad_church_wins_environment_award.aspx Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:00:00 GMT St Mark’s Church in Oulton Broad has become the first church in the Diocese of Norwich to be awarded the Eco Church Gold Award by the Christian environmental charity A Rocha UK. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730632/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_theatre_hosts_church_carol_outreach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730632/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_theatre_hosts_church_carol_outreach.aspx Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Over 175 people took part in a carol service on Sunday 30 November at Gorleston Pavilion Theatre organised by Cliff Park Community Church. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730611/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolks_Christmas_appeal_to_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730611/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolks_Christmas_appeal_to_community.aspx Tue, 16 Dec 2025 14:30:00 GMT This Christmas, YMCA Norfolk is calling on the community to come together and make a real difference for young people and families across Norfolk who are struggling. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730591/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_community_square_becomes_Bethlehem.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730591/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_community_square_becomes_Bethlehem.aspx Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:00:00 GMT The community in Magdalen Square in Gorleston turned out in force last weekend to experience Christmas in Bethlehem on the Mag, a free community event that brought the sights, sounds and story of the first Christmas vividly to life. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Advent_and_Christmas_events.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Advent_and_Christmas_events.aspx Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:30:00 GMT There are dozens of craft fairs, carol services, crib services and Christmas concerts happening around Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730589/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Community_scheme_renovates_Norfolk_churchyard.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730589/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Community_scheme_renovates_Norfolk_churchyard.aspx Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT An overgrown churchyard north of Norwich has been greatly improved by a Community Payback scheme run by the Probation service. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Christmas_angels_descend_on_Stalham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Christmas_angels_descend_on_Stalham.aspx Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT A host of knitted angels has appeared in Stalham and villages in Northeast Norfolk, created by a small group of anonymous knitters, and anyone finding one is invited to give it a home. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730457/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/New_Catholic_DEO_for_Norfolk_and_Waveney.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730457/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/New_Catholic_DEO_for_Norfolk_and_Waveney.aspx Sun, 14 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT Pam Smith has been chosen by Bishop of East Anglia the Rt Rev Peter Collins to serve as the new Denominational Ecumenical Officer (DEO) for Norfolk and Waveney. As an introduction, Dr Ian Watson interviews her with a few questions. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730454/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/_Bishop_of_Norwichs_Christmas_message_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730454/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/_Bishop_of_Norwichs_Christmas_message_of.aspx Sun, 14 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT In his Christmas message, Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham Usher, shares his address reflecting on the significance and complexity of joy in times of division. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730452/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/East_Church_gives_out_bags_of_kindness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730452/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/East_Church_gives_out_bags_of_kindness.aspx Sat, 13 Dec 2025 19:00:00 GMT East Church in Norwich has gathered hundreds of gifts to distribute to people in the local community as part of its 'bags of kindness' initiative. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730393/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Bishop_Graham_s_North_Norfolk_walkabouts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730393/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Bishop_Graham_s_North_Norfolk_walkabouts.aspx Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich met schoolchildren, lifeboat crew, clergy, parishioners, workers and volunteers during visits across his diocese in November, including several in North Norfolk. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730391/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Mid_Norfolk_couple_take_the_Good_News.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730391/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Mid_Norfolk_couple_take_the_Good_News.aspx Fri, 12 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT Norfolk couple Alexander and Astrid Milne moved to Kenya in September to share the Good News and work with indigenous churches to reach unreached people groups. Peter Bending reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Women_s_wellbeing_journey_in_Cromer_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Women_s_wellbeing_journey_in_Cromer_Church.aspx Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT A free Kintsugi Hope Wellbeing Group will start in Cromer in the new year, and all women over 18 are welcome to come along. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_Nicholas_Day_marked_by_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_Nicholas_Day_marked_by_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Wed, 10 Dec 2025 20:00:00 GMT One of Norwich Cathedral’s choristers took on the role of Child Bishop at a special Evensong to celebrate St Nicholas, the patron saint of children. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730305/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ken_s_Gospel_mission_in_his_Swaffham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730305/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ken_s_Gospel_mission_in_his_Swaffham.aspx Wed, 10 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT Swaffham man Ken Jeffery has found a new way to serve and share the gospel in retirement using his garage and his heart for people. Peter Bending reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Diocese_course_helps_deepen_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Diocese_course_helps_deepen_faith.aspx Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:50:00 GMT The first cohort to complete a new course enabling a deeper understanding of the Christian faith have received their certificates and are recommending the course to others. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730284/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_power_of_God_s_hope_filled.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730284/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_power_of_God_s_hope_filled.aspx Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Jane Walters has been working hard to meet commitments and to keep a promise she has made, and reflects on the promises of God that make up the Advent season. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730272/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_Christmas_bags_of_kindness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730272/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_Christmas_bags_of_kindness.aspx Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT Hundreds of Bags of Kindness have been distributed by volunteers at Gateway Vineyard church in Norwich to help make Christmas a bit more special for families and individuals this year. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_shares_hope_with_hampers_this.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_shares_hope_with_hampers_this.aspx Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT Hope Initiative, a community outreach project run by Proclaimers church in Norwich has prepared 175 hampers for local people this Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_vicar_s_vision_for_growth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_vicar_s_vision_for_growth.aspx Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Priest, painter, poet and photographer the Revd Ian Dyble loves north Norfolk, and has a vision that our local communities will continue to grow in faith, and realise how much God loves them. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Soul_Church_starts_Christmas_in_wonderful_style.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Soul_Church_starts_Christmas_in_wonderful_style.aspx Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT Christmas started in wonderful style last weekend for thousands of people in Norwich, thanks to the 500-strong team behind Soul Church’s epic The Wonder – its spectacular free Christmas show back for the seventh year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730115/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Bradwell_s_community_Nativity_is_a_sell.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730115/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Bradwell_s_community_Nativity_is_a_sell.aspx Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT This year’s creative Nativity service at St Nicholas church in Bradwell captured the community’s attention, as the event was fully booked in advance. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/53706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Eckling_Grange_cares_for_the_elderly.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/53706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Eckling_Grange_cares_for_the_elderly.aspx Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:05:00 GMT Eckling Grange, a Christian residential care home located in Dereham, is a charity dedicated to providing exceptional care for our residents. At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to their well-being.. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Perhaps_we_should_slow_down_for_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Perhaps_we_should_slow_down_for_Christmas.aspx Sat, 06 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT Now that the season of Advent has started, Hannah Hammond suggests an antidote to the hustle and bustle of the run-up to Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730032/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Successful_music_festival_for_Sheringham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/730032/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Successful_music_festival_for_Sheringham_church.aspx Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT An all-day music festival at St Andrew’s Methodist Church in Sheringham last month attracted an enthusiastic audience, and paves the way for a number of Christmas events at the church. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729922/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Winter_Good.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729922/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Winter_Good.aspx Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT The Winter edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online, in time for Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729792/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Is_the_Parish_Church_important_in_our.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729792/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Is_the_Parish_Church_important_in_our.aspx Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT A book to which three Norfolk clergymen have contributed addresses the issue of declining Church of England congregations and shifting faith landscapes. The compelling collection of reflections, research and raw testimony was published this autumn. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_church_starts_new_Lowestoft_services.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_church_starts_new_Lowestoft_services.aspx Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Oasis Chapel, which is based in Great Yarmouth, have started a new weekly church service at the North Lowestoft United Reformed Church, and all are welcome to come and join them. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729725/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_Elusive_Magic_of_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729725/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_Elusive_Magic_of_Christmas.aspx Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT James Knight enjoys the glimpses of magic provided by the Christmas season, but reminds us that they point us toward something even better. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729716/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_stars_aid_Salvation_Army.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729716/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_stars_aid_Salvation_Army.aspx Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT After a buffeting and drenching by Storm Claudia two days previously, the Sunday calm and sunshine was a real blessing for the special Family Service in Bergh Apton Church in aid of the Salvation Army ‘Be a Star’ Christmas Present Appeal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729481/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_with_small_numbers_but_big.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729481/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_with_small_numbers_but_big.aspx Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT Cornerstone Church (Norwich) began in 2005 following a prophetic word about a ‘new thing’. We have been following the pattern God gave us ever since, seeking to daily live out the reality of what Jesus accomplished on the cross and at Pentecost http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729452/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/MP_to_switch_on_Lessingham_chapel_festive.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729452/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/MP_to_switch_on_Lessingham_chapel_festive.aspx Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Steff Aquarone, MP for North Norfolk, will switch on the Christmas Lights at Lessingham Methodist Chapel next Saturday, and all are welcome to come along for carols and festive refreshments. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729431/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Claim_back_St_Georges_cross_says_Bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729431/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Claim_back_St_Georges_cross_says_Bishop.aspx Sun, 30 Nov 2025 22:00:00 GMT We need to claim back the St George’s cross and welcome refugees into our community, was the message of Bishop of Norwich Graham Usher when addressing the annual ecumenical celebration of unity hosted by Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Norwich_families_benefit_as_tutoring_business_celebrates.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Norwich_families_benefit_as_tutoring_business_celebrates.aspx Sun, 30 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Thousands of children across East Anglia have received a helping hand with their studies, thanks to one tutoring business that’s just marked a big milestone: 15 years of supporting learners to thrive. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729283/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Care_at_home_special_for_Network_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729283/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Care_at_home_special_for_Network_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 28 Nov 2025 15:00:00 GMT A recently-launched high quality home care service in North and East Norfolk is offering Network Norfolk readers a free care assessment and an hour of complimentary care. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729269/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Enjoy_the_Magi_journey_in_Gorleston.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729269/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Enjoy_the_Magi_journey_in_Gorleston.aspx Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:00:00 GMT The Springs Dance Company will be performing their much-loved production Journey of the Magi at St Mary Magdalene Church in Gorleston on Friday, and tickets are now available By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579993/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/A_long_term_solution_for_East_Anglia.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579993/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/A_long_term_solution_for_East_Anglia.aspx Thu, 27 Nov 2025 23:00:00 GMT When the coronavirus pandemic lockdown restrictions came into force across East Anglia, South Norfolk church audio and visual specialist Darren Butler knew straight away that many churches would be facing a big problem. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Green_Pastures_Norfolk_Christian_bookshop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Green_Pastures_Norfolk_Christian_bookshop.aspx Thu, 27 Nov 2025 19:50:00 GMT An established Mid Norfolk Christian bookshop is promoting its range of products and services to the Christian community in Norfolk and Suffolk. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729142/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_prayers_included_as_Eternal_Wall_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729142/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_prayers_included_as_Eternal_Wall_project.aspx Thu, 27 Nov 2025 11:00:00 GMT Construction has begun on the UK’s largest Christian landmark near Birmingham – the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer – and Norfolk prayers will be among those included. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_Christmas_spirit_hit_by_thieves.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/729184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_Christmas_spirit_hit_by_thieves.aspx Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Christmas decorations worth more than 500 have been stolen from a Norwich church which organises an annual festive toy appeal for vulnerable families. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728900/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Gliding_like_gulls_with_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728900/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Gliding_like_gulls_with_God.aspx Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley has been watching the gulls flying over the cliffs at Cromer, and wonders whether we have a lesson to learn from them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728899/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Blessing_the_pets_at_Horning_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728899/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Blessing_the_pets_at_Horning_Church.aspx Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT An assortment of animals, together with their human owners, gathered at St Benedict's church in Horning for the Benefice of St Benedict Annual Pet Service. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728897/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/James_is_new_Norwich_Diocese_eco_chaplain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728897/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/James_is_new_Norwich_Diocese_eco_chaplain.aspx Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT This summer 24-year-old James Lee became an eco-chaplain. He is one of the Diocese of Norwich’s first four eco-chaplains – trained and commissioned to help parishes embed creation care in their mission and ministry. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Unique_property_opportunity_with_Christian_history.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Unique_property_opportunity_with_Christian_history.aspx Mon, 24 Nov 2025 13:00:00 GMT Behind the church of All Saints Hethel nestles a pair of cottages that probably date back to the 1700s. King John’s Thorn (KJT) has been home to Peter and Cathy Nicholls for the last 22 years, and is about to go on the market as the couple move on. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Joyful_ecumenical_gathering_on_the_Feast_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Joyful_ecumenical_gathering_on_the_Feast_of.aspx Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Christians gathered for the annual ecumenical celebration of unity hosted by Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney (NWCT) on Sunday 23 November in Norwich - Dr Ian Watson reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/From_Sea_Urchin_to_CBE_a_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/From_Sea_Urchin_to_CBE_a_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Christina Rees is a priest, writer, speaker, broadcaster and charity director now living and working in North Norfolk. But her story starts around 3500 miles away on Long Island in the USA, and is filled with faith experiences. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728698/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishops_concerns_on_new_refugee_plans.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728698/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishops_concerns_on_new_refugee_plans.aspx Sat, 22 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has accused Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood of "lumping all asylum seekers together" in her plans for changing the immigration system. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Getting_your_heart_ready_for_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Getting_your_heart_ready_for_Christmas.aspx Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT As Advent approaches, Rev Christina Rees suggests ways in which we can prepare ourselves for the arrival of the Christmas season. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Light_in_the_darkness_at_Brundall_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Light_in_the_darkness_at_Brundall_church.aspx Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT Brundall Parish Church engaged with the community on Halloween (All Hallow’s Eve) this year with a dramatic light display in the church. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728491/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_faith_communities_given_a_royal_thank.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728491/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_faith_communities_given_a_royal_thank.aspx Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT Faith representatives from across Norfolk have been thanked by King Charles III, through HM Lord-Lieutenant, Lady Phillipa Dannatt, at an evening to celebrate their community work, held at County Hall in Norwich on Monday night. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728352/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Christmas_Artisan_Market_at_Sheringham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728352/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Christmas_Artisan_Market_at_Sheringham_church.aspx Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT St Peter’s Church Sheringham will be hosting a Christmas Artisan Market later this month to raise funds for the church. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728293/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Your_Last_Gift_getting_your_affairs_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728293/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Your_Last_Gift_getting_your_affairs_in.aspx Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:00:00 GMT Your Last Gift author Rev Matthew Hutton gave a presentation on the main issues discussed in his book to the First Friday Group at St Thomas’, Norwich on November 7. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728306/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/23_baptisms_and_pledges_on_Weybourne_beach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728306/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/23_baptisms_and_pledges_on_Weybourne_beach.aspx Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT A rural revival at Weybourne Church saw 23 baptisms, confirmations and reaffirmations of faith take place on the beach in a single day back in August. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728232/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Poppies_in_Brundall_church_remember_the_fallen.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728232/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Poppies_in_Brundall_church_remember_the_fallen.aspx Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:00:00 GMT A poignant display of poppies featured in this year's Remembrance service at St Laurence Church, Brundall, to remember the 23 soldiers from the village who died in the two world wars. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728230/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Aylsham_church_s_Christmas_tree_fest_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728230/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Aylsham_church_s_Christmas_tree_fest_and.aspx Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Aylsham Parish Church will be celebrating the start of Advent with a spectacular Christmas Tree Festival in the church, and a charity concert by Norwich City Concert Band, with concert tickets now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_Cathedral_withdraws_blood_libel_leaflet.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_Cathedral_withdraws_blood_libel_leaflet.aspx Sun, 16 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT A recently made short film about the lives of Jewish communities in Norwich and Lincoln has led to Norwich Cathedral withdrawing a leaflet about the medieval blood libel of William of Norwich from its Chapel of the Holy Innocents. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728163/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_produces_a_musical_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728163/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_produces_a_musical_in.aspx Sat, 15 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT A South Norfolk church congregation learnt a Christian musical written by well-known musician Roger Jones in a single day recently. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728154/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Crossroads_Retreat_at_Norfolk_Christian_House.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728154/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Crossroads_Retreat_at_Norfolk_Christian_House.aspx Fri, 14 Nov 2025 19:30:00 GMT Quiet Waters Christian Retreat in Bungay is holding a two-day crossroads retreat in December. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728045/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Enjoy_Mozart_and_Handel_at_Southrepps_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728045/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Enjoy_Mozart_and_Handel_at_Southrepps_church.aspx Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:00:00 GMT Southrepps Chorale will be performing a winter concert at St James Church in Southrepps next month, which will include works by Mozart, Parry and Handel; and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728020/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_meeting_hears_about_life_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728020/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_meeting_hears_about_life_of.aspx Fri, 14 Nov 2025 10:00:00 GMT Christian leaders from across Norwich this week joined the hundreds of people from all over the world who visit the Julian Shrine in the city every year in search of a woman who lived and prayed here more than 650 years ago. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Joy_of_Norfolk_awards_night_captured_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Joy_of_Norfolk_awards_night_captured_on.aspx Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:25:00 GMT A short video of the recent Norfolk Christian Communication Awards 2025 presentation evening at St John's Cathedral in Norwich has been released online to capture the joy of the event. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728013/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_charity_offers_exclusive_culinary_experience.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/728013/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_charity_offers_exclusive_culinary_experience.aspx Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT As part of its Big Give Christmas Campaign Week in early December, The Matthew Project has announced an extraordinary DINE event featuring the acclaimed Executive Chef Jack Gosling. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727909/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Be_positive_encourage_someone_today.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727909/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Be_positive_encourage_someone_today.aspx Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Catherine Ayre reminds us how destructive criticism can be, and urges us to encourage someone today instead. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727849/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Modern_slavery_is_happening_today_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727849/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Modern_slavery_is_happening_today_in_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 11 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT Modern slavery is happening across Norfolk right under our noses, a conference held in a Norwich church has heard. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727868/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christian_charity_helps_prison_leavers_rebuild_lives.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727868/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christian_charity_helps_prison_leavers_rebuild_lives.aspx Tue, 11 Nov 2025 08:15:00 GMT Two people supported by a Christian charity that helps people leaving prison spoke of the positive change they have experienced thanks to support from their mentors. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727867/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Help_repair_Yarmouth_Minster_s_vandalised_window.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727867/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Help_repair_Yarmouth_Minster_s_vandalised_window.aspx Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT An appeal has been launched to repair and protect windows in Great Yarmouth’s historic Minster, which have been damaged by vandals. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727822/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Walsham_church_s_Christmas_gift_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727822/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Walsham_church_s_Christmas_gift_appeal.aspx Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT As Christmas approaches, the North Walsham Salvation Army is once again calling on the community to donate to its Christmas Present Appeal to help bring joy to local children and families. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727768/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Global_Summit_2025_inspires_and_equips_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727768/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Global_Summit_2025_inspires_and_equips_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:00:00 GMT Leaders from across Norfolk gathered at The Space in Norwich on November 6 for the Global Leadership Summit (GLS) 2025, a dynamic one-day event designed to inspire, equip, and empower individuals to lead with greater impact in their churches, workplaces, http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727760/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/15k_free_tickets_for_Soul_Church_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727760/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/15k_free_tickets_for_Soul_Church_Christmas.aspx Fri, 07 Nov 2025 18:50:00 GMT Up to 15,000 people are expected to attend this year's free Christmas spectacular, The Wonder, which returns over two December weekends to SOUL Church in Norwich and tickets are available from this Sunday http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_Cathedral_choir_releases_festive_album.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_Cathedral_choir_releases_festive_album.aspx Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:00:00 GMT Enjoy carols sung by Norwich Cathedral Choir on a new album that has been recorded to celebrate the festive season. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727682/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Uplifting_meeting_of_Norfolk_ecumenical_officers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727682/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Uplifting_meeting_of_Norfolk_ecumenical_officers.aspx Fri, 07 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT The Norfolk and Waveney Denominational Ecumenical Committee (DEO) meet three times a year. The last meeting was held on 5 November 2025. Dr Ian Watson County Ecumenical Officer and Convenor of the Committee reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727724/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_hosts_charity_music_festival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727724/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_hosts_charity_music_festival.aspx Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT St Andrew’s Methodist Church in Sheringham is holding a free music festival later this month, and all are invited to pop in for a while or even stay all day. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727598/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Follow_the_lead_of_the_greatest_story.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727598/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Follow_the_lead_of_the_greatest_story.aspx Wed, 05 Nov 2025 10:00:00 GMT Jane Walters enjoys telling stories, especially those which help us understand gospel truths, and she encourages us to engage with the words of the master story teller – Jesus. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727594/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_churches_unite_to_reimagine_support.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727594/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_churches_unite_to_reimagine_support.aspx Wed, 05 Nov 2025 07:00:00 GMT Churches across West Norfolk gathered in Gaywood for the Homegrown Network Launch in September, with an online webinar this month for those who missed the event. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727600/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christmas_shoebox_packing_party.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727600/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christmas_shoebox_packing_party.aspx Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT A packing party was held at Oak Grove Community Church in support of Operation Christmas Child. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727424/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_ignite_new_training_programme.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727424/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_ignite_new_training_programme.aspx Sat, 01 Nov 2025 17:00:00 GMT Groups from two Norfolk churches met last month as they began a new training programme to equip participants to share the Gospel better. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727358/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Minor_repairs_scheme_supports_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727358/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Minor_repairs_scheme_supports_Norfolk_churches.aspx Fri, 31 Oct 2025 11:00:00 GMT A series of special visits have been made to churches across the Diocese of Norwich in celebration of the completion or continuation of maintenance projects courtesy of support from the Minor Repairs and Improvements grants programme. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Curlews_help_UEA_student_win_Bishops_ecology.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Curlews_help_UEA_student_win_Bishops_ecology.aspx Thu, 30 Oct 2025 19:00:00 GMT Research into nesting curlews won Caleb Stradling the Bishop of Norwich’s annual Ecology prize. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727128/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_charity_finds_hope_for_thousands.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727128/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_charity_finds_hope_for_thousands.aspx Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT Norwich-based Christian-ethos charity The Matthew Project has helped almost 1800 people find hope over the last year with issues including drug and alcohol addition, poor mental health and barriers to education. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724999/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_church_leader_completes_Sahara_challenge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724999/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_church_leader_completes_Sahara_challenge.aspx Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT Norwich church leader Nick Blanch has successfully trekking 100km across the Sahara Desert to raise over 3600 for a cause he believes in. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727165/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_is_Christian_unity_so_hard_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727165/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_is_Christian_unity_so_hard_to.aspx Wed, 29 Oct 2025 11:00:00 GMT James Knight wonders why there is so much disagreement among Christians, and explains how this impedes the work of the Church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727137/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_lay_minister_s_journey_of_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727137/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_lay_minister_s_journey_of_faith.aspx Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:00:00 GMT A double tragedy and a dramatic vision of Christ led to change in direction for Julie Rubidge who is now a lay minister in Sheringham. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727074/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Cliff_Richard_tribute_to_speak_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727074/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Cliff_Richard_tribute_to_speak_at_Norwich.aspx Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT Cliff Richard lookalike and tribute act Will Chandler will tell his own remarkable story of faith and complete recovery from cancer, as well as perform a few well-known Cliff songs, at the Christmas Dinner of Norwich FGB on December 11, in the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727114/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Children_win_Bishop_s_prize_for_spiritual.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727114/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Children_win_Bishop_s_prize_for_spiritual.aspx Mon, 27 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT A new garden which the children of St Peter and St Paul Carbrooke Church of England Primary Academy and Nursery designed and helped create has won the first Bishop of Norwich Environment Prize for Schools. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727051/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_hosts_free_breakfast_for_dads_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/727051/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_hosts_free_breakfast_for_dads_in.aspx Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk is hosting a Dads Breakfast Club in Norwich, a free 8-week Saturday morning course designed to support young dads, dads-to-be, and step-dads in the local community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726925/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/The_Trussell_Two_Child_Limit_Campaign.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726925/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/The_Trussell_Two_Child_Limit_Campaign.aspx Fri, 24 Oct 2025 23:00:00 GMT Help lift 470,000 children out of severe hardship and tell your MP the two-child limit must be removed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726927/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Norfolk_Christian_communicators_are_honoured.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726927/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Norfolk_Christian_communicators_are_honoured.aspx Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:10:00 GMT Inspiring and creative websites, social media channels, digital projects, pictures, newsletters and individuals were honoured at the Norfolk Christian Communications Awards, held at St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich last night http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726924/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards_Winners.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726924/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards_Winners.aspx Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:05:00 GMT The winners, highly commendeds and finalists for the Norfolk Christian Communications Awards 2025 were announced at a presentation event at St John's Cathedral Narthex in Norwich last night http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726929/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards_picture_gallery.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726929/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards_picture_gallery.aspx Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:00:00 GMT A picture gallery of the Norfolk Christian Communications Awards held at St John's Cathedral Narthex in Norwich on October 23 has been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726809/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Big_boost_for_Norwich_pastors_animation_dream.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726809/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Big_boost_for_Norwich_pastors_animation_dream.aspx Wed, 22 Oct 2025 11:00:00 GMT The second episode of a high-quality pioneering animated devotional has been launched online in a project led by Oscar and BAFTA winning animator and Norwich church elder Jonny Hall. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726811/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Paddington_to_stay_at_Norwich_Cathedral_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726811/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Paddington_to_stay_at_Norwich_Cathedral_for.aspx Tue, 21 Oct 2025 23:00:00 GMT After delighting tens of thousands of visitors and boosting footfall in the city, the much-loved Paddington Bench will remain in the grounds of Norwich Cathedral for a further 12 months. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726807/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Overcoming_the_challenges_of_Autumn.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726807/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Overcoming_the_challenges_of_Autumn.aspx Tue, 21 Oct 2025 23:00:00 GMT The autumn season brings its own challenges for Ruth Lilley, and she explains how she meets those challenges with a positive outlook. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726805/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_young_comeback_heroes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726805/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_young_comeback_heroes.aspx Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk hosted its Annual Celebration on Thursday October 16 at The Space, Norwich, bringing together around 160 guests for an evening filled with emotion, inspiration, and heartfelt recognition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/N_Walsham_Salvation_Army_celebrates_140_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/N_Walsham_Salvation_Army_celebrates_140_years.aspx Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army in North Walsham is celebrating 140 years of service to the town and community with a weekend of special events later this month. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726762/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Beloved_priest_retires_from_the_Parish_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726762/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Beloved_priest_retires_from_the_Parish_of.aspx Tue, 21 Oct 2025 06:30:00 GMT A beloved priest in Thetford has retired from full-time service and a special gathering was held to honour and celebrate his ministry. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726589/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_canons_for_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726589/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_canons_for_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Sat, 18 Oct 2025 23:00:00 GMT An expert on Julian of Norwich, a director of mission and ministry, and a rector were this week made canons of Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726550/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norfolk_priest_visionary_pioneer_and_writer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726550/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norfolk_priest_visionary_pioneer_and_writer.aspx Fri, 17 Oct 2025 11:00:00 GMT Ray Simpson, former Norfolk priest, pastor, guardian, visionary, pioneer, writer, Celtic liturgist, contemplative, spiritual guide, has died and the world is the poorer for his passing, writes Rev Liz Cannon. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726000/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Vision_of_a_young_Norfolk_Christian_story.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726000/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Vision_of_a_young_Norfolk_Christian_story.aspx Wed, 15 Oct 2025 23:00:00 GMT Some 35 years ago, an enthusiastic young Christian journalist moved to Norfolk with a cherished but seemingly unattainable vision of providing a professional news service to highlight the work of its Christian community, with the aim of church unity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_familys_hike_of_hope_for_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_familys_hike_of_hope_for_church.aspx Wed, 15 Oct 2025 10:00:00 GMT Norfolk mum Aloma Pampackal and her family completed a gruelling 38-mile, two-day pilgrimage to Walsingham to raise funds for Aid to the Church in Need’s Red Wednesday campaign supporting persecuted Christians http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726163/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_nurse_honoured_at_Cathedral_event.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726163/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_nurse_honoured_at_Cathedral_event.aspx Tue, 14 Oct 2025 15:00:00 GMT The story of Norfolk nurse and First World War heroine Edith Cavell was honoured during a weekend of services and events at Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726117/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_pastor_marks_60_years_of_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726117/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_pastor_marks_60_years_of_Christian.aspx Mon, 13 Oct 2025 17:25:00 GMT Pioneering Norfolk Christian leader John Betts, marks a remarkable 60 years in ministry this autumn and his leadership has been far-reaching, impacting many different areas of the Christian community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726106/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Explore_work_of_the_Julian_Shrine_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726106/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Explore_work_of_the_Julian_Shrine_at.aspx Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:00:00 GMT The November meeting of Connect Norwich will be held at the Julian Shrine's Visitor Centre, in Norwich city centre, on Wednesday November 12. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_joins_900_giving_a_warm.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/726096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_joins_900_giving_a_warm.aspx Sun, 12 Oct 2025 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich city centre church has been providing a warm welcome, plus some food, drink and conversation to visitors since January, one of almost 900 churches to do so across the country. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725897/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Unique_insight_of_new_Norwich_disability_advisor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725897/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Unique_insight_of_new_Norwich_disability_advisor.aspx Wed, 08 Oct 2025 23:00:00 GMT Engineer, website analyst and musician Thomas Harrison has a new role at the Bishop of Norwich’s advisor for disability and he brings a unique insight to the role. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725870/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/New_care_service_to_support_Norfolk_families.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725870/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/New_care_service_to_support_Norfolk_families.aspx Wed, 08 Oct 2025 21:30:00 GMT A new local service to deliver high-quality home care across Cromer, North Norfolk, and Great Yarmouth, has been launched, giving local people the support they need to remain independent in the comfort of their own homes. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725891/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Discover_the_Miraculous_everyday.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725891/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Discover_the_Miraculous_everyday.aspx Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:00:00 GMT John Myhill has just enjoyed what appears to have been a wonderful holiday in Scotland, and describes some of his fortuitous experiences. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725890/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/10th_annual_Bible_conference_held_in_West.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725890/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/10th_annual_Bible_conference_held_in_West.aspx Wed, 08 Oct 2025 06:50:00 GMT The 10th annual Word on the Wash Bible conference took place in King’s Lynn last Saturday, featuring guest speaker Adrian Reynolds. Graham Pickhaver reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725837/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Friends_International_Vision_launch_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725837/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Friends_International_Vision_launch_in_Norwich.aspx Mon, 06 Oct 2025 23:00:00 GMT Christian charity Friends International is holding a Vision Launch Evening in Norwich later this month, and all are invited to come along. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725749/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_over_60s_lunch_club_looks.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725749/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_over_60s_lunch_club_looks.aspx Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:00:00 GMT A lunch club for senior citizens, which has been serving up helpings of food and fellowship in Gaywood for almost 60 years, is taking on a new lease of life with the appointment of a new leader. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725753/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Haveringland_celebrates_Eco_Church_Silver_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725753/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Haveringland_celebrates_Eco_Church_Silver_award.aspx Sun, 05 Oct 2025 23:00:00 GMT Festival church St Peter’s in Haveringland celebrated their achievement of Eco Church Silver at their annual ‘Cut and Rake’ event on Sunday 28 September with the Archdeacon of Lynn. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725705/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Cathedral_heritage_open_day_surprise_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725705/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Cathedral_heritage_open_day_surprise_in_Norwich.aspx Fri, 03 Oct 2025 23:00:00 GMT The Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich welcomed hundreds of visitors during this year’s Heritage Open Days in September, with tours, talks, and displays drawing strong public interest. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725651/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/First_female_Archbishop_of_Canterbury_is_named.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725651/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/First_female_Archbishop_of_Canterbury_is_named.aspx Fri, 03 Oct 2025 09:00:00 GMT The Bishop of London, Dame Sarah Mullally, has been named as the first female Archbishop of Canterbury in the Church of England's almost 500-year history, nominated by a commission including the Bishop of Norwich. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/New_wellbeing_garden_at_Gorleston_church_school.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/New_wellbeing_garden_at_Gorleston_church_school.aspx Fri, 03 Oct 2025 09:00:00 GMT A new garden has been opened at Peterhouse Church of England Primary Academy in Gorleston, with the aim of providing fresh learning and wellbeing opportunities to pupils in the area. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725633/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Acle_jazz_evening_to_support_local_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725633/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Acle_jazz_evening_to_support_local_church.aspx Thu, 02 Oct 2025 23:00:00 GMT There will be a jazz and blues concert in Acle later this month to raise funds for the parish church, and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725574/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Vow_made_after_blaze_at_South_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725574/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Vow_made_after_blaze_at_South_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:00:00 GMT A vow has been made to get a church back into community use after six fire crews tackled a blaze at the Victorian St John the Baptist in the South Norfolk market town of Harleston. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725573/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Huge_public_response_for_awards_finalists.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725573/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Huge_public_response_for_awards_finalists.aspx Thu, 02 Oct 2025 11:00:00 GMT Public voting has now closed in the Norfolk Christian Communications Awards 2025 after a huge response, and the winners will be revealed at a presentation evening at St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich on October 23. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725572/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Learn_to_lament_at_Norwich_church_workshop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725572/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Learn_to_lament_at_Norwich_church_workshop.aspx Wed, 01 Oct 2025 23:00:00 GMT Learning to lament in the face of grief is the subject of a workshop by the Norfolk Gospel Partnership (NRG) in Norwich on October 15. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725450/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Thanking_God_for_the_harvest.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725450/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Thanking_God_for_the_harvest.aspx Wed, 01 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT We’re in the season when many churches will be hosting their Harvest Festivals, and Jane Walters urges us to give more thought to thanking God for His provision. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725448/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/New_Minister_for_Norfolk_Broads_Methodists.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725448/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/New_Minister_for_Norfolk_Broads_Methodists.aspx Wed, 01 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Broads Methodist Circuit will be welcoming their new minister Rev Steve Oliver and his wife Jill at a welcome service in Acle later this month, and all are welcome to attend. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725469/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/20_20_Vision_appeal_will_double_your.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725469/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/20_20_Vision_appeal_will_double_your.aspx Wed, 01 Oct 2025 10:00:00 GMT After 20 years of helping to communicate the work of the Norfolk Christian community, the Network Norfolk website now needs our readers’ support more than ever, so that we can keep on serving that community into the future. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725356/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Diss_churches_stage_fun_and_faith_festival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725356/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Diss_churches_stage_fun_and_faith_festival.aspx Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:00:00 GMT Diss churches worked together to stage the fourth Life Fest in the town’s park on August 30, producing a great festival vibe and a sense of unity throughout the day. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Work_starts_on_Sheringham_church_s_play.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Work_starts_on_Sheringham_church_s_play.aspx Mon, 29 Sep 2025 23:00:00 GMT Contractors have started work on the extension to the Soft Play zone at Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham, which will open in the new year. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725303/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/_Norfolk_church_school_is_praised_by.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725303/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/_Norfolk_church_school_is_praised_by.aspx Mon, 29 Sep 2025 08:00:00 GMT A unique Church of England school in Norfolk has been praised in its latest Ofsted inspection for the educational provision it is offering pupils aged between 3 and 16. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725024/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Invite_to_join_online_Julian_of_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725024/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Invite_to_join_online_Julian_of_Norwich.aspx Sat, 27 Sep 2025 14:40:00 GMT A two-day online retreat: Reflecting Creatively on Julian of Norwich, organised by the Friends of Julian, will take place on November 14 and 15. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725273/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_mission_more_important_than_buildings.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725273/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_mission_more_important_than_buildings.aspx Sat, 27 Sep 2025 11:00:00 GMT The September Connect Norwich meeting of leaders of churches and charities from across Norwich was held at Chapel Field Road Methodist Church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725271/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Worship_day_an_encouragement_to_Norfolk_women.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725271/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Worship_day_an_encouragement_to_Norfolk_women.aspx Sat, 27 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT Over 150 women gathered from across Norfolk and beyond to attend a conference in Dereham hosted by worship leader and speaker Lou Fellingham. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725121/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Successful_art_exhibition_at_Hemblington_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725121/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Successful_art_exhibition_at_Hemblington_Church.aspx Fri, 26 Sep 2025 11:00:00 GMT Around 100 people visited an art exhibition at All Saints Church, Hemblington last weekend which raised over 300 towards the upkeep of the church. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724510/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards_vote_now_closed.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724510/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards_vote_now_closed.aspx Fri, 26 Sep 2025 07:25:00 GMT The finalists have been named in the Norfolk Christian Communications Awards 2025 and the public vote has now closed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724282/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Vote_for_Norfolk_Christian_Commmunication_Awards_finalists.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724282/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Vote_for_Norfolk_Christian_Commmunication_Awards_finalists.aspx Fri, 26 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT Here is the full list of finalists in the Norfolk Christian Communications Awards 2025 - VOTING IS NOW CLOSED. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725372/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Shoebox_volunteers_encouraged_at_Norwich_event.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725372/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Shoebox_volunteers_encouraged_at_Norwich_event.aspx Thu, 25 Sep 2025 23:00:00 GMT Volunteers from Norfolk churches who enthuse their congregations and workplaces about filling shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child had a training workshop to equip them with the latest information. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Join_Norwich_churchs_90th_celebration_weekend.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Join_Norwich_churchs_90th_celebration_weekend.aspx Thu, 25 Sep 2025 14:40:00 GMT Oak Grove Community Church, a fixture in the community of Catton Grove since 1935, is celebrating a major milestone - it's 90th anniversary - and it ss inviting all to join in the celebrations across the weekend of October 2 to 5. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Heike_leads_Norwich_church_with_a_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Heike_leads_Norwich_church_with_a_community.aspx Wed, 24 Sep 2025 18:00:00 GMT Rev Heike Prentice joined St Stephen’s church two months ago and already has a heart for the community and the people who serve there. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725007/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_triumph_of_forgiveness_over_hate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725007/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_triumph_of_forgiveness_over_hate.aspx Wed, 24 Sep 2025 11:00:00 GMT Following the recent shooting of Charlie Kirk, James Knight has been moved by his widow's public response, and explains why that response is so powerful. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_pastor_s_advent_calendar_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_pastor_s_advent_calendar_of.aspx Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:00:00 GMT A Baptist minister living in Aylsham has just published an Advent calendar with a difference, and copies are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724951/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_charitys_fundraising_action_song_a_thon.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724951/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_charitys_fundraising_action_song_a_thon.aspx Tue, 23 Sep 2025 06:30:00 GMT The Raise Kids Work action-song-a-thon raised over 2000 to support the charity’s work of sharing the good news of Jesus to children in Norfolk and beyond. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Invite_to_join_in_Foodbank_Fortnight_campaign.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Invite_to_join_in_Foodbank_Fortnight_campaign.aspx Mon, 22 Sep 2025 15:55:00 GMT Norwich Foodbank is inviting the local community to get behind Foodbank Fortnight from October 1 to 14, a national campaign coordinated by the charity BanktheFood, to help tackle rising food poverty and support people facing hunger across the UK. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724930/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Canon_Pastor_appointed_for_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724930/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Canon_Pastor_appointed_for_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Mon, 22 Sep 2025 14:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has appointed the Revd Liz Leaver as the new Canon Pastor who will take the lead in the pastoral care of the Cathedral community and oversee the hospitality and welcome to the many people who come to the Cathedral each year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724905/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_Christian_bookshop_wins_national_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724905/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_Christian_bookshop_wins_national_award.aspx Mon, 22 Sep 2025 11:30:00 GMT Green Pastures Christian Bookshop in Dereham was presented with the Bookshop of the Year award at the recent Christian Resources Together (CRT25) Conference. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724796/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/_Do_it_Fair_Coffee_Morning_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724796/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/_Do_it_Fair_Coffee_Morning_in.aspx Thu, 18 Sep 2025 23:00:00 GMT St Andrews Methodist Church in Sheringham will be hosting a Fairtrade coffee morning next month, and all are warmly invited to come along. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724792/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Diocese_of_Norwich_offers_eco_chaplain_training.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724792/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Diocese_of_Norwich_offers_eco_chaplain_training.aspx Thu, 18 Sep 2025 11:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich is looking to build a network of eco-chaplains across the diocese and is offering a training course for those who might be interested. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724781/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/You_are_invited_to_YMCA_Norfolks_annual.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724781/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/You_are_invited_to_YMCA_Norfolks_annual.aspx Thu, 18 Sep 2025 11:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk will hold its Annual Celebration Awards on Thursday October 16 at The Space, Roundtree Way, Norwich and you are invited. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724691/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_reap_what_we_sow.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724691/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_reap_what_we_sow.aspx Tue, 16 Sep 2025 23:00:00 GMT Ron Skivington reminds us that showing kindness to others is essential for building community and, as our thoughts turn to harvest, the principle of reaping what we sow has never been more relevant. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Walking_through_the_bible_in_Stalham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Walking_through_the_bible_in_Stalham.aspx Tue, 16 Sep 2025 14:00:00 GMT Stalham Baptist Church will host a second day of ‘Walking Through The Bible’ this autumn, giving participants a solid overview of the who, the why and the where of biblical characters, places and events. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720621/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Spend_the_evening_with_Cliff_Richard_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720621/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Spend_the_evening_with_Cliff_Richard_in.aspx Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:00:00 GMT Cliff Richard (or at least the next best thing) will be performing at Mile Cross Salvation Army on Saturday, September 27. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724606/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_drugs_charity_marks_Recovery_Month.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724606/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_drugs_charity_marks_Recovery_Month.aspx Mon, 15 Sep 2025 13:50:00 GMT Christian drugs, alcohol, and mental health issues charity, The Matthew Project, will mark Recovery Month in late September with a series of hope-filled community events. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Animals_reaching_out_at_thriving_Pakefield_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Animals_reaching_out_at_thriving_Pakefield_mission.aspx Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:00:00 GMT Pakefield Pastures, which cares for an array of animals and offers outreach support as a mobile care unit, would welcome prayer to support its continued advancement. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724556/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Kings_Lynn_church_celebrates_new_company_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724556/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Kings_Lynn_church_celebrates_new_company_of.aspx Mon, 15 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT A church in King’s Lynn has celebrated three of its serving team joining the Company of Servers earlier this month. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_church_welcomes_new_team_leader.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_church_welcomes_new_team_leader.aspx Sat, 13 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT Beacon Community Church was packed to the rafters last Sunday for the first service with a new Team Leader. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Norfolk_churches_urged_to_celebrate_disability.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Norfolk_churches_urged_to_celebrate_disability.aspx Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:00:00 GMT Churches across Norfolk are being urged to take part in Disability Awareness Sunday on September 28 to celebrate and involve disabled people in their communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724277/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Cynthia_treasures_her_shoebox_20_years_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724277/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Cynthia_treasures_her_shoebox_20_years_on.aspx Wed, 10 Sep 2025 11:30:00 GMT Twenty years ago a young girl in central Asia received a shoebox full of gifts. Last week she brought the treasures to a Norwich church and spoke about the huge impact it had on her. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724260/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_miraculous_rescue_thanks_to_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724260/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_miraculous_rescue_thanks_to_God.aspx Tue, 09 Sep 2025 23:00:00 GMT John Myhill recounts how he assisted a man injured by a cow, and how he believes God ensured a satisfactory outcome. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724201/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Catholic_familys_Norfolk_hike_of_hope_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724201/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Catholic_familys_Norfolk_hike_of_hope_for.aspx Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:00:00 GMT A family charity Hike of Hope from the Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich to the Shrine of Our Lady in Walsingham is set to take place in late September, to help displaced children affected by war, violence and natural calamities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724193/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Aylsham_church_receives_new_defibrillator.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724193/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Aylsham_church_receives_new_defibrillator.aspx Mon, 08 Sep 2025 23:00:00 GMT St John of the Cross Catholic Church in Aylsham has received a new defibrillator, donated by the Swimming Teachers' Association. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724001/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/A_message_of_Unity_at_the_Induction.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724001/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/A_message_of_Unity_at_the_Induction.aspx Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:00:00 GMT Dr Ian Watson, County Ecumenical Officer, reports on the uplifting URC Induction Service for Rev Tina Wilson in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724027/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Catholics_invite_all_to_look_round.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/724027/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Catholics_invite_all_to_look_round.aspx Sun, 07 Sep 2025 23:00:00 GMT St Joseph's Catholic Church, Sheringham's only listed building, will be open for anyone to visit and look round later this month as part of the national heritage open days scheme. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723973/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Jesus_and_Teen_Challenge_saved_drug_addict.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723973/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Jesus_and_Teen_Challenge_saved_drug_addict.aspx Sun, 07 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT A teenager who had overdosed on drugs 24 times by the age of 18 has turned his life around with the help of Jesus and Teen Challenge in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723990/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_role_of_Norfolk_Rural_Chaplain_announced.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723990/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_role_of_Norfolk_Rural_Chaplain_announced.aspx Sat, 06 Sep 2025 12:00:00 GMT A local vicar has accepted an additional new role as Norfolk Rural Chaplain. The role aims to provide pastoral, emotional and spiritual care to farmers and agricultural workers across Norfolk regardless of their faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723837/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_singer_at_Latitude_and_Big_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723837/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_singer_at_Latitude_and_Big_Church.aspx Fri, 05 Sep 2025 23:00:00 GMT Norwich singer-songwriter, church worship leader and medical student, Alice-Lily Nnene has just performed at Latitude in Suffolk and the Big Church Festival and is due to support Martin Smith on an up-coming tour. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723863/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Historic_Norwich_church_saved_as_a_place.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723863/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Historic_Norwich_church_saved_as_a_place.aspx Fri, 05 Sep 2025 11:00:00 GMT Less than a year since it closed its doors, Trinity URC in Norwich has had its future assured as a new place of Christian worship and community use after being sold to the Catholic Diocese of East Anglia for use by its neighbouring St John’s Cathedral http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723847/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_vicar_welcomed_at_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723847/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_vicar_welcomed_at_Norwich_church.aspx Fri, 05 Sep 2025 09:30:00 GMT Crossroads church in Earlham, Norwich has welcomed Rev Sam Lees as their new vicar. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723852/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_area_foodbank_expands_local_support.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723852/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_area_foodbank_expands_local_support.aspx Thu, 04 Sep 2025 23:00:00 GMT The Yarmouth and Magdalen Foodbank has evolved into two separate foodbanks, each rooted more deeply in their local communities. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723784/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/_Fantastic_time_at_Sheringham_BeachLife_outreach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723784/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/_Fantastic_time_at_Sheringham_BeachLife_outreach.aspx Wed, 03 Sep 2025 23:00:00 GMT Four days of fun, games, and discovering Jesus on Sheringham clifftops and beach have now ended, and this year's BeachLife has attracted large numbers of children, young people and families. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723688/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_charity_helps_Palestinians_keep_studying.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723688/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_charity_helps_Palestinians_keep_studying.aspx Wed, 03 Sep 2025 11:00:00 GMT Palestinian students supported by the Norfolk-founded John Aves Education Project (JAEP), are continuing their studies, despite the severe impact on them of the on-going Middle East conflict. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723716/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_do_I_want_what_I_really.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723716/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_do_I_want_what_I_really.aspx Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:00:00 GMT Jane Walters suggests we allow our imaginations to run riot as we speculate as to how we would spend a fortune. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723659/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Pioneering_Norwich_prison_mission_needs_local_hosts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723659/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Pioneering_Norwich_prison_mission_needs_local_hosts.aspx Tue, 02 Sep 2025 20:50:00 GMT A first-for-the-UK Kairos Torch Prisoner Christian Rehabilitation Programme will be held in HMP Norwich during October and now organisers are appealing for local Christian families to provide host accommodation for out-of-town team members. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Come_to_Aylsham_church_s_dancing_fundraiser.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Come_to_Aylsham_church_s_dancing_fundraiser.aspx Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:00:00 GMT Aylsham Parish Church is organising a barn dance and supper with the aim of raising additional funds and awareness for the charity which this year was the focus of the Bishop’s Lent Appeal. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_church_embraces_season_of_creation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_church_embraces_season_of_creation.aspx Mon, 01 Sep 2025 18:00:00 GMT A short film 'nearer God's heart in a garden' has been released by the Diocese of Norwich to celebrate God's creation and encourage an appreciation of nature and biodiversity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723516/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Salvation_Army_to_cheer_on_Norwich_runners.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723516/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Salvation_Army_to_cheer_on_Norwich_runners.aspx Sun, 31 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT Members of The Salvation Army’s Norwich Citadel will be joining the crowds at Run Norwich on Sunday September 7, bringing energy, encouragement and music to the thousands of runners taking part in the much-loved city centre 10k. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723383/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Guardsman_minister_and_Bible_lover.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/723383/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Guardsman_minister_and_Bible_lover.aspx Fri, 29 Aug 2025 11:00:00 GMT The life of former Coldstream Guardsman, David Gosling, who gave up secular work to live by faith with the Wycliffe Bible Translators, was celebrated on July 29 at St Andrew’s Church, Eaton, where he was a non-stipendiary minister. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Last_Christian_bookshop_in_Norfolk_pushes_forward.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Last_Christian_bookshop_in_Norfolk_pushes_forward.aspx Thu, 28 Aug 2025 06:00:00 GMT Green Pastures Christian Bookshop has launched a three-point development project to improve and extend its ministry in Norfolk and Suffolk in the coming months. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722478/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Salvation_Army_summer_school_in_South_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722478/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Salvation_Army_summer_school_in_South_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 27 Aug 2025 15:00:00 GMT Wymondham College was the venue for the annual East of England Summer School (EYSS), organised by The Salvation Army recently, with "Known" being the theme for the week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722476/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Presentation_as_Norfolk_churches_bike_ride_nears.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722476/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Presentation_as_Norfolk_churches_bike_ride_nears.aspx Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:00:00 GMT As preparations gear up for the 2025 Norfolk Churches Trust bike ride, walk and drive charity event on September 13, a special presentation took place at King's Lynn Minster to celebrate achievements in the 2024 event. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722329/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_expects_us_to_take_care_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722329/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_expects_us_to_take_care_of.aspx Wed, 27 Aug 2025 05:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley is concerned about the amount of litter that seems to be everywhere these days, and urges us to take greater care to look after our planet. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722361/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Empower_will_equip_you_for_the_extraordinary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722361/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Empower_will_equip_you_for_the_extraordinary.aspx Tue, 26 Aug 2025 11:00:00 GMT Hope Church in Wymondham has relaunched its decade-long School of Supernatural Life as Empower and the new course will feature different elements including a night and daytime programme. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722360/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/BBC_star_in_church_pirate_party_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722360/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/BBC_star_in_church_pirate_party_and.aspx Mon, 25 Aug 2025 09:00:00 GMT BBC’s children’s TV presenter Gemma Hunt will be starring at a Pirate Party and an Alpha Course launch at a church in Ipswich in September. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721567/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_at_Chapel_Field_Road_Methodist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721567/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_at_Chapel_Field_Road_Methodist.aspx Mon, 25 Aug 2025 08:30:00 GMT The September meeting of Connect Norwich will be held at Chapel Field Road Methodist Church in Norwich. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722390/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Regional_changes_in_the_Network_Norfolk_team.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722390/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Regional_changes_in_the_Network_Norfolk_team.aspx Sat, 23 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT Changes are afoot amongst the Network Norfolk editorial team as East Norfolk Content Editor Anna Heydon is leaving the role after accepting a job with St Mary Magdalene church in Gorleston as its new Deputy Community Lead. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722350/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Visit_of_Norfolk_MP_to_Teen_Challenge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722350/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Visit_of_Norfolk_MP_to_Teen_Challenge.aspx Fri, 22 Aug 2025 19:00:00 GMT On August 19 Norfolk Christian charity Teen Challenge was delighted to host a visit from the local Broadland MP, Jerome Mayhew. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722332/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Holy_Habitats_conversation_at_Yarmouth_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722332/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Holy_Habitats_conversation_at_Yarmouth_church.aspx Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:00:00 GMT Great Yarmouth Minster will be hosting a conversation about conservation in Norfolk Churchyards in early September, and all are welcome to join in this free event. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_couple_set_for_faith_adventure_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_couple_set_for_faith_adventure_in.aspx Fri, 22 Aug 2025 07:00:00 GMT A missionary couple from Norfolk will be embarking on the adventure of a lifetime next month as they move to Kenya to share the Good News. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722261/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Ask_the_big_questions_at_North_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722261/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Ask_the_big_questions_at_North_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 20 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT Swanton Abbott Community Chapel are holding an informal and accessible cafe church morning at the end of this month, and everyone is invited to come and bring your questions. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722004/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Be_grateful_for_the_bad_things_as.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/722004/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Be_grateful_for_the_bad_things_as.aspx Mon, 18 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT James Knight explains why he seeks to be grateful to God for all the circumstances life throws at him. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/VJ_Day_80th_service_held_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/VJ_Day_80th_service_held_at_Norwich.aspx Fri, 15 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT The bravery of all who served in the Far East during the Second World War was remembered at a special service at Norwich Cathedral to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day on August 16. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721871/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/N_Walsham_church_makes_escape_easier.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721871/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/N_Walsham_church_makes_escape_easier.aspx Thu, 14 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT North Walsham’s mayor has opened a fire exit door at the town's Sacred Heart Catholic Church which has been widened to allow wheelchairs through. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721828/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishops_welcome_new_clergy_to_Norfolk_parishes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721828/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishops_welcome_new_clergy_to_Norfolk_parishes.aspx Thu, 14 Aug 2025 11:00:00 GMT New clergy have been welcomed to parishes across Norfolk by the bishops of Norwich, Thetford and Lynn. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721822/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_priest_canon_chaplain_and_broadcaster.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721822/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_priest_canon_chaplain_and_broadcaster.aspx Wed, 13 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to Norfolk parish priest, cathedral canon, chaplain and TV and radio broadcaster Rev Canon Ivan Bailey who has died aged 91. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721769/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Ding_dong_merrily_it_s_August.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721769/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Ding_dong_merrily_it_s_August.aspx Wed, 13 Aug 2025 09:00:00 GMT Ian Boughton urges us to start thinking about the content of our Christmas services at church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721677/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_festival_with_Bear_Grylls_a_hit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721677/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_festival_with_Bear_Grylls_a_hit.aspx Mon, 11 Aug 2025 18:00:00 GMT The Gone Wild festival was held on the Holkham estate from August 7 - 10 and kicked off with motivational words from Christian adventurer and writer Bear Grylls. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721640/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Join_movie_quiz_to_help_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721640/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Join_movie_quiz_to_help_Norfolk_church.aspx Sun, 10 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT Attleborough Baptist Church is presenting a Movie Quiz on September 12 to help to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Festival_weekend_at_Sloley_Methodist_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Festival_weekend_at_Sloley_Methodist_Church.aspx Sun, 10 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT Sloley Summer Festival returns over the bank holiday weekend, with fun for all the family, and concert tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721627/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Huge_impact_of_Norfolk_Christian_youth_festival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721627/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Huge_impact_of_Norfolk_Christian_youth_festival.aspx Sat, 09 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT Last month over 10,000 people attended Newday and thousands went back home profoundly changed having made a commitment to the Christian faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721568/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_pastors_book_inspires_African_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721568/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_pastors_book_inspires_African_churches.aspx Sat, 09 Aug 2025 11:00:00 GMT Bible study booklets produced by a retired Norwich church pastor are being eagerly read in several churches in Kenya and Uganda and are inspiring Muslims to turn to Christ. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Christian_music_festival_set_for_South_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Christian_music_festival_set_for_South_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 08 Aug 2025 11:00:00 GMT A Christian festival which aims to present a gospel outreach through music and the arts is set to be held in a public park in Diss in South Norfolk on Saturday August 30. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721553/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_priest_to_row_85_miles_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721553/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_priest_to_row_85_miles_for.aspx Thu, 07 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT Revd Christina Rees CBE, Associate Priest at St Peter’s Church in Sheringham, has joined forces with a fellow campaigner to kayak 85 miles as part of a paddling fundraiser for two charities. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713061/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Abseil_off_The_Forum_in_Norwich_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713061/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Abseil_off_The_Forum_in_Norwich_to.aspx Thu, 07 Aug 2025 11:10:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has announced the rescheduled date for its popular 2025 Abseil Challenge, from the iconic 45ft tower at The Forum in Norwich, which was postponed in mid July due to inclement weather. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721512/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Solar_energy_plans_for_Fakenham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721512/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Solar_energy_plans_for_Fakenham_church.aspx Wed, 06 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT Fakenham Parish Church has applied to install solar panels on its roof, which would cut its energy bills and could feed surplus electricity back into the National Grid. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721494/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Shattered_statue_restored_at_cathedral_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721494/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Shattered_statue_restored_at_cathedral_in_Norwich.aspx Tue, 05 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT A cherished ancient statue at St John’s Cathedral in Norwich has been loving restored after it was smashed to pieces in a dramatic incident late one evening in a side chapel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721482/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_helpful_feedback_becomes_damning_criticism.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721482/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_helpful_feedback_becomes_damning_criticism.aspx Tue, 05 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT Jane Walters suggests we check our motives when we feel the need to find fault, and urges us to make sure our criticisms are constructive and helpful. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721256/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Cawston_pupils_feature_in_new_church_climate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721256/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Cawston_pupils_feature_in_new_church_climate.aspx Mon, 04 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT Pupils at Cawston CofE primary school have featured in a new film celebrating children’s leadership in tackling climate change, in partnership with Cawston Parish Church. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721212/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_goers_raise_16k_for_Norfolk_based.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721212/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_goers_raise_16k_for_Norfolk_based.aspx Mon, 04 Aug 2025 10:00:00 GMT With cake sales, collections, lunches and Lent events, people across the Diocese of Norwich raised a magnificent 16,415 for the Norfolk-based farming and rural mental health charity YANA (You Are Not Alone) to help fund its telephone helpline. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721196/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Try_the_new_Norfolk_coastal_pilgrimage_trail.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721196/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Try_the_new_Norfolk_coastal_pilgrimage_trail.aspx Sun, 03 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT A new pilgrimage trail has been established linking several North Norfolk churches, and a booklet is now available to guide walkers on their journey. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721010/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/What_is_the_Quiet_Revival_and_why.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721010/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/What_is_the_Quiet_Revival_and_why.aspx Sat, 02 Aug 2025 14:00:00 GMT 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? http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721137/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/From_death_threats_to_Jesus_with_Teen.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721137/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/From_death_threats_to_Jesus_with_Teen.aspx Sat, 02 Aug 2025 10:00:00 GMT 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. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721039/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_church_to_host_homelessness_exhibition.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721039/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_church_to_host_homelessness_exhibition.aspx Fri, 01 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721099/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Methodists_support_African_orphanage.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721099/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Methodists_support_African_orphanage.aspx Thu, 31 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT 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. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721057/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Erosion_threat_to_Happisburgh_church_graveyard.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721057/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Erosion_threat_to_Happisburgh_church_graveyard.aspx Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:00:00 GMT 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. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721028/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Memorial_plea_for_martyred_Norfolk_missionary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721028/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Memorial_plea_for_martyred_Norfolk_missionary.aspx Thu, 31 Jul 2025 07:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/VJ_Day_national_service_to_be_held.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/VJ_Day_national_service_to_be_held.aspx Wed, 30 Jul 2025 21:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721049/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Thanksgiving_at_Norfolk_Christian_Retreat_House.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721049/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Thanksgiving_at_Norfolk_Christian_Retreat_House.aspx Wed, 30 Jul 2025 18:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721001/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglian_foodbanks_see_summer_demand_rise.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/721001/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglian_foodbanks_see_summer_demand_rise.aspx Tue, 29 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Let_love_not_fear_drive_your_response.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Let_love_not_fear_drive_your_response.aspx Tue, 29 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley reflects on a recent conversation with her daughter, and ponders how she could have responded differently to the situation that had arisen. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720987/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/The_not_so_Quiet_Revival_at_Newday.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720987/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/The_not_so_Quiet_Revival_at_Newday.aspx Tue, 29 Jul 2025 15:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720966/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/BeachLife_outreach_ready_to_return_to_Sheringham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720966/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/BeachLife_outreach_ready_to_return_to_Sheringham.aspx Tue, 29 Jul 2025 10:00:00 GMT 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. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720965/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_s_brilliant_flower_festival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720965/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_s_brilliant_flower_festival.aspx Mon, 28 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT 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. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720916/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_team_member_welcomed_at_Norfolk_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720916/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_team_member_welcomed_at_Norfolk_charity.aspx Mon, 28 Jul 2025 15:55:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720910/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Lowestoft_Church_hosting_disabilities_training.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720910/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Lowestoft_Church_hosting_disabilities_training.aspx Mon, 28 Jul 2025 08:30:00 GMT Eastpoint Vineyard Church are hosting training to empower churches to welcome people with learning disabilities By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_supports_school_s_eco_drive.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_supports_school_s_eco_drive.aspx Sun, 27 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT Students at Sheringham High School have designed clothes from sustainable material with the help of their local Salvation Army charity shop. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720908/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Farmers_straighten_St_Benets_Cross_of_Peace.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720908/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Farmers_straighten_St_Benets_Cross_of_Peace.aspx Sun, 27 Jul 2025 16:35:00 GMT Some local farmers have come to the rescue of a Broads landmark after passers by spotted it was 'on the huh.' http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720894/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_church_set_for_major_restoration.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720894/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_church_set_for_major_restoration.aspx Sat, 26 Jul 2025 19:30:00 GMT A project has begun in Thetford to restore the medieval church building known locally as ‘the black church’. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720818/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Plans_for_new_Christian_school_near_Bawburgh.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720818/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Plans_for_new_Christian_school_near_Bawburgh.aspx Sat, 26 Jul 2025 06:00:00 GMT OneSchool Global UK has submitted a planning application for a new purpose-built education campus to serve students across the Norfolk region who are from families of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Cobbolds_offers_dignified_and_sensitive_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Cobbolds_offers_dignified_and_sensitive_service.aspx Fri, 25 Jul 2025 14:20:00 GMT Kevin Cobbold Funeral Services is an independent and privately owned family company, based in Norwich, offering a sensitive and dignified service to help support people through a difficult time and to provide peace of mind. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/West_Norfolks_Margery_Kempe_takes_centre_stage.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/West_Norfolks_Margery_Kempe_takes_centre_stage.aspx Fri, 25 Jul 2025 11:00:00 GMT The writer of a new play about famous Norfolk author, mystic and Christian, Margery Kempe, tells of her impact and the possibilities it offers for local church groups. Tony Triggs reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720793/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_St_Johns_Cathedral_caretaker_retires_after.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720793/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_St_Johns_Cathedral_caretaker_retires_after.aspx Thu, 24 Jul 2025 11:00:00 GMT It was with a mix of gratitude and fondness that the team at the Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich announced the retirement of much-loved caretaker and warden of the car parks, David Turner, after an incredible 23 years of dedicated service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720681/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Celebrations_at_Dereham_Christian_care_complex.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720681/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Celebrations_at_Dereham_Christian_care_complex.aspx Wed, 23 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT Quebec Hall, the Christian residential care home and bungalow complex in Dereham, celebrated its 65 – year anniversary last weekend with an open day and special thanksgiving celebration. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720654/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_school_labelled_outstanding.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720654/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_school_labelled_outstanding.aspx Wed, 23 Jul 2025 14:00:00 GMT A Norfolk junior school run by St Benet’s Multi Academy Trust – part of the Diocese of Norwich’s education arm – has been labelled Outstanding in its latest Ofsted report, after its previous inspection resulted in Requires Improvement status. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720620/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_prayer_walk_provides_God_connection.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720620/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_prayer_walk_provides_God_connection.aspx Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:00:00 GMT A Norwich church's churchyard prayer walk and Bible reflections are providing a place of connection with God. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720627/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/You_shall_find_rest_for_your_souls.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720627/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/You_shall_find_rest_for_your_souls.aspx Tue, 22 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT Ian Boughton is encouraged by Jesus’s promise of rest, and find this an antidote for the urgency of today’s “Just do it” culture. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720462/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Cromer_Church_s_BeachFest_outreach_returns.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720462/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Cromer_Church_s_BeachFest_outreach_returns.aspx Mon, 21 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT All primary school aged children are welcome to come along to Cromer BeachFest next week for five days of free activities by the seaside. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720411/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Felbrigg_Church_s_stolen_relic_discovered.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720411/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Felbrigg_Church_s_stolen_relic_discovered.aspx Sun, 20 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT A memorial stolen from a north Norfolk church more than 30 years ago has come to light, and there are hopes it will be possible for it to be returned to the church. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720339/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Wymondham_church_starts_work_on_new_centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720339/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Wymondham_church_starts_work_on_new_centre.aspx Sat, 19 Jul 2025 11:00:00 GMT A Wymondham church has reached a 532,000 appeal target to build an extension to its building to provide a centre for the community and work on the project is just about to start. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_churches_Pride_scarf_appeal_for_help.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_churches_Pride_scarf_appeal_for_help.aspx Sat, 19 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT An appeal's gone out for help to move an iconic symbol of Norwich Pride – a 40-metre long scarf knitted by supporters from Norwich churches. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720344/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Worship_Nights_in_Dereham_with_Joshua_Leventhal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720344/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Worship_Nights_in_Dereham_with_Joshua_Leventhal.aspx Thu, 17 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT Canadian Worship Leader Joshua Leventhal will be leading a free worship night at St Nicholas Church in Dereham next week, and all are warmly invited to come along for what promises to be a Spirit-filled evening. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_church_and_schools_climate_advocacy_film.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_church_and_schools_climate_advocacy_film.aspx Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:00:00 GMT A new short film about children's climate advocacy between church and school in Cawston, near Aylsham, was released last week to coincide with the climate justice rally in Westminster on July 9. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Blaze_hit_Norwich_church_launches_1m_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Blaze_hit_Norwich_church_launches_1m_appeal.aspx Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:00:00 GMT A Norwich church that was destroyed by a fire which started during a service in April, is now launching an appeal fund to rebuild the church and is asking supporters to help it raise 1m in a year towards the cost. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720290/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Gavin_Calver_to_speak_in_Sheringham_this.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720290/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Gavin_Calver_to_speak_in_Sheringham_this.aspx Thu, 17 Jul 2025 09:00:00 GMT Evangelical Alliance CEO Gavin Calver will be the guest speaker at Lighthouse Community Church this Sunday, and all are welcome to come along to hear him. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720272/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_Teen_Challenge_issue_church_invitation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720272/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_Teen_Challenge_issue_church_invitation.aspx Wed, 16 Jul 2025 16:30:00 GMT Norwich Christian leaders heard about the life-changing ministry of Teen Challenge and were invited to support the work. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720188/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Discovering_the_heart_of_volunteering.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720188/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Discovering_the_heart_of_volunteering.aspx Wed, 16 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon has been looking at why people offer their time without any financial reward, and finds that volunteering can sometimes be a route to finding faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_puts_on_free_Summerfest_week.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_puts_on_free_Summerfest_week.aspx Wed, 16 Jul 2025 09:00:00 GMT A city-centre church in Norwich is running its annual week of free activities and events in Waterloo Park during the summer holidays. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Bishop_to_arrive_by_wherry_for_St.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Bishop_to_arrive_by_wherry_for_St.aspx Wed, 16 Jul 2025 07:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich will arrive on a wherry for the annual open-air service at St Benet’s Abbey. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606034/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Virtual_Showcase/Celebrate_Norfolk_virtual_showcase_goes_live.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606034/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Virtual_Showcase/Celebrate_Norfolk_virtual_showcase_goes_live.aspx Tue, 15 Jul 2025 11:00:00 GMT From July 2025, Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk is showcasing local Christian organisations, groups and churches in a virtual and in-print exhibition to draw attention to their vital work in communities across the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667391/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Norfolk_homes_provide_care_with_a_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667391/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Norfolk_homes_provide_care_with_a_Christian.aspx Tue, 15 Jul 2025 09:00:00 GMT Care and retirement homes in Norfolk, including Eckling Grange, Corton House and Quebec Hall, are providing loving care with a Christian ethos. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720118/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_church_hosts_faith_leaders_climate_pledge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720118/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_church_hosts_faith_leaders_climate_pledge.aspx Tue, 15 Jul 2025 06:30:00 GMT Faith leaders met three East Anglian MPs at St Peter Mancroft Church in Norwich last week, with a pledge to act as role models to support nature and tackle climate change. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Organists_contribution_to_music_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/720084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Organists_contribution_to_music_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Mon, 14 Jul 2025 13:00:00 GMT It was a day of fond farewells as Norwich Cathedral celebrated the amazing contribution retiring organist David Dunnett has made to the musical life of the Cathedral over the last 29 years and also said goodbye to choir members moving on to pastures new. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607160/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Virtual_Showcase/Offering_a_regular_chance_for_prayer_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607160/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Virtual_Showcase/Offering_a_regular_chance_for_prayer_in.aspx Sat, 12 Jul 2025 20:00:00 GMT Norwich Healing Rooms is a place where anyone can go to for prayer, no matter what the need, whether physical, emotional or spiritual. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719777/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/A_beacon_of_youthful_hope_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719777/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/A_beacon_of_youthful_hope_in_Norwich.aspx Sat, 12 Jul 2025 11:00:00 GMT The Kairos Torch Prisoner Christian Rehabilitation Programme is about to start in HMP Norwich. Dr Ian Watson, County Ecumenical Officer, who attended an evening of talks on the initiative reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719968/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_book_fair_to_raise_school.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719968/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_book_fair_to_raise_school.aspx Fri, 11 Jul 2025 18:00:00 GMT A book fair which has run in a Norwich church for over 50 years is running again in late July to support two Christian schools in Malawi. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719773/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Two_Norwich_churches_to_become_music_venues.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719773/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Two_Norwich_churches_to_become_music_venues.aspx Fri, 11 Jul 2025 13:00:00 GMT Two Norwich city centres churches will be turned into live music venues despite opposition from local residents. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719764/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_vicar_set_to_sleep_rough_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719764/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_vicar_set_to_sleep_rough_for.aspx Thu, 10 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT A retired Norfolk vicar and former teacher is sleeping rough in a church porch in Drayton, near Norwich, tonight to raise awareness of mental health. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719624/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_joins_mass_Parliament_climate_lobby.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719624/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_joins_mass_Parliament_climate_lobby.aspx Thu, 10 Jul 2025 11:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich joined faith leaders and representatives of leading faith organisations from across the UK’s faith communities gathered in Westminster as part of the Act Now, Change Forever mass lobby for action on climate and nature. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719619/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Horstead_Church_hosts_open_studios_and_concert.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719619/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Horstead_Church_hosts_open_studios_and_concert.aspx Wed, 09 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT Horstead Church and the Horstead Centre are presenting their first Open Studios later this month, with a special focus on Julian of Norwich. A Concert of Summer music follows a week later. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713311/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_Christian_care_complex_celebrates_65_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713311/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_Christian_care_complex_celebrates_65_years.aspx Wed, 09 Jul 2025 18:00:00 GMT Quebec hall, the Christian residential care home and bungalow complex in Dereham, will be celebrating its 65 – year anniversary this summer with an open day and service of thanksgiving. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719613/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Faith_through_illness_inspires_creativity_in_Thrigby.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719613/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Faith_through_illness_inspires_creativity_in_Thrigby.aspx Wed, 09 Jul 2025 17:30:00 GMT Illness and grief have led Jenny Baker on a journey to starting her own photography business, Creation Arise, as well as a pop-up gallery in Thrigby for fellow artists. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607429/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Virtual_Showcase/Norfolk_chaplaincy_offers_support_for_people_leaving.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607429/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Virtual_Showcase/Norfolk_chaplaincy_offers_support_for_people_leaving.aspx Wed, 09 Jul 2025 11:00:00 GMT Community Chaplaincy Norfolk (CCN) is a Christian charity that provides volunteer mentors for prison leavers of all faiths and none, supporting them to rebuild their lives after prison. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719546/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Norfolk_man_keeps_village_church_open_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719546/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Norfolk_man_keeps_village_church_open_for.aspx Tue, 08 Jul 2025 13:05:00 GMT For more than half a century Donald Gotts has opened the beautiful Harpley church to visitors, seven days a week, 52 weeks a year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719536/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Being_transformed_like_slow_cook_porridge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719536/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Being_transformed_like_slow_cook_porridge.aspx Mon, 07 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT Jane Walters has found a new way to prepare breakfast, but this has taught her the need for perseverance and patience. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_church_unveils_hidden_new_artwork.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_church_unveils_hidden_new_artwork.aspx Mon, 07 Jul 2025 11:00:00 GMT A major new artwork by world-renowned sculptor Peter Walker, has been unveiled in St Peter Mancroft church in Norwich – as a gift to the people of the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719483/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Faith_and_music_festival_success_in_King.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719483/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Faith_and_music_festival_success_in_King.aspx Mon, 07 Jul 2025 08:30:00 GMT The third annual Manifest took place last month in King’s Lynn as locals gathered for music, food, and fun in the sun. Olivia O'Neill reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717750/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Virtual_Showcase/Good_News_for_Everyone_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717750/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Virtual_Showcase/Good_News_for_Everyone_in_Norfolk.aspx Sun, 06 Jul 2025 13:00:00 GMT Good News for Everyone – formerly Gideons - provide God’s word to all, and regularly supply hospitals, prisons, schools, hotels, care homes and funeral directors – all free of charge, including hundreds across Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719416/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Where_do_you_take_refuge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719416/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Where_do_you_take_refuge.aspx Sun, 06 Jul 2025 06:00:00 GMT Primary School teacher Ruth Lilley explains where she finds peace and joy amidst the hectic busy-ness of daily life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607312/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Virtual_Showcase/House_of_Genesis_is_a_place_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607312/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Virtual_Showcase/House_of_Genesis_is_a_place_for.aspx Sat, 05 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT The House of Genesis is a Norwich charity, which offers supported accommodation to homeless men, many of whom are ex-offenders. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719372/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Thetford_man_set_to_complete_Lourdes_cycle.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719372/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Thetford_man_set_to_complete_Lourdes_cycle.aspx Fri, 04 Jul 2025 15:00:00 GMT A 79-year-old Catholic parishioner from Thetford is set to complete an extraordinary cycling pilgrimage to Lourdes, two years after a serious accident in France brought his journey to an abrupt halt. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719376/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Healthcare_chaplain_brings_comfort_in_final_chapter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719376/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Healthcare_chaplain_brings_comfort_in_final_chapter.aspx Fri, 04 Jul 2025 09:00:00 GMT An understanding of both physical and spiritual wellbeing is key to Helen Garrard’s role as both an ordained minister and a registered nurse, working as chaplain at Priscilla Bacon Lodge in Norwich. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Creation_care_at_North_Elmham_church_Eco.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Creation_care_at_North_Elmham_church_Eco.aspx Thu, 03 Jul 2025 14:00:00 GMT The Heart of Norfolk benefice welcomed over 125 people to its very first Eco Fair and Creation Care Sunday service at St Mary’s Church in North Elmham. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719116/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Ethical_journalism_and_AI_pilot_course_launched.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719116/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Ethical_journalism_and_AI_pilot_course_launched.aspx Thu, 03 Jul 2025 10:00:00 GMT A pilot course in Creating Ethical Media and Journalism has been launched by independent press regulator Impress, in conjunction with Huddersfield University and Innovate UK and Network Norfolk is involved from the start. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718874/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Summer_Good.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718874/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Summer_Good.aspx Thu, 03 Jul 2025 07:00:00 GMT The Summer edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Gills_life_of_faith_and_gratitude.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Gills_life_of_faith_and_gratitude.aspx Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:00:00 GMT Despite a difficult relationship with her grandmother, two sons born with congenital problems and current health challenges, Norwich Christian Gill Baxter lives out a life of faith and gratitude. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719291/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Where_do_you_store_your_riches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719291/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Where_do_you_store_your_riches.aspx Wed, 02 Jul 2025 10:00:00 GMT Rev’d Christina Rees has been reconsidering some of her priorities following an inspiring chat with a friend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719273/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Attack_prompts_call_to_prayer_for_Yarmouth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719273/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Attack_prompts_call_to_prayer_for_Yarmouth.aspx Tue, 01 Jul 2025 17:00:00 GMT Oasis Chapel have been giving free refreshments as they chat to people in St George’s Park. However having witnessed a recent attack, they urge people to pray for the area. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_writer_tells_stories_for_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_writer_tells_stories_for_God.aspx Tue, 01 Jul 2025 09:00:00 GMT Ryta Lyndley, from Hockering, started writing because she believes God told her to, and she is now working on a comedy drama for TV. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719255/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Celebrating_Christian_Unity_with_Young_Hearts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719255/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Celebrating_Christian_Unity_with_Young_Hearts.aspx Mon, 30 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT A visit by the County Ecumenical Officer to St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719117/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hebron_to_Hebron_charity_challenge_underway.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719117/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hebron_to_Hebron_charity_challenge_underway.aspx Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:00:00 GMT Emma and Clare from a local housing charity set off today from Hebron House in Norwich to Hebron in Northumberland to cover 312 miles to raise money to support women in crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/14_priests_and_deacons_are_ordained_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/14_priests_and_deacons_are_ordained_in.aspx Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:00:00 GMT Six new priests and eight new deacons were ordained in Norwich Cathedral this weekend. All 14 are now serving as assistant curates in parishes across Norfolk and Waveney. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719023/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_church_launches_new_youth_outreach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/719023/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_church_launches_new_youth_outreach.aspx Sun, 29 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT Dereham Baptist Church is starting a fresh outreach to young people in the town, and is recruiting a new youth leader to help them achieve this objective By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Virtual_Showcase/Operation_Christmas_Child_gives_hurting_people_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Virtual_Showcase/Operation_Christmas_Child_gives_hurting_people_hope.aspx Sat, 28 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan’s Purse, an international non-denominational evangelical Christian organisation, with a team in East Anglia, providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Gifts_and_talents_at_Sheringham_church_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Gifts_and_talents_at_Sheringham_church_s.aspx Fri, 27 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT Sheringham Methodists’ popular flower festival returns next month after a gap of four years following Covid restrictions and the refurbishment of the worship space. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718956/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Suffolk_bishop_is_approved_by_King.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718956/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Suffolk_bishop_is_approved_by_King.aspx Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:00:00 GMT King Charles III has approved the nomination of The Right Rev Dr Joanne Woolway Grenfell, for election as the new Bishop of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718895/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_church_begins_bell_restoration.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718895/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_church_begins_bell_restoration.aspx Fri, 27 Jun 2025 07:00:00 GMT Historic Litcham Church has begun restoration on its 300-year-old bells ensuring these traditional fixtures continue to serve the community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718870/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_called_to_national_prayer_week.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718870/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_called_to_national_prayer_week.aspx Thu, 26 Jun 2025 13:40:00 GMT Churches across Norfolk are being encouraged to 'seize the moment' and join together to pray for the UK, 85 years after the nation gathered to pray for the miracle of Dunkirk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718835/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Seek_Christ_first_and_ignore_the_fashionable.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718835/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Seek_Christ_first_and_ignore_the_fashionable.aspx Wed, 25 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT James Knight has been reading The Screwtape Letters, a satirical fiction written by C.S. Lewis over 80 years ago consisting of letters written by a senior devil to his nephew. James believes these still provide a relevant comment on today’s society. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Companionship_volunteer_roles_with_Age_UK_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Companionship_volunteer_roles_with_Age_UK_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 25 Jun 2025 14:00:00 GMT Are you someone who enjoys a good chat, a friendly visit, or lending a helping hand? At Age UK Norfolk, our Companionship Services are all about bringing people together – and you could be the reason someone smiles today. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718781/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_invite_to_90th_birthday_party.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718781/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_invite_to_90th_birthday_party.aspx Wed, 25 Jun 2025 09:00:00 GMT Oak Grove Community Church in Norwich is celebrating 90 years of serving the community of Catton Grove in October and has issued an invite to join it at a 1930s themed summer event to mark the occasion. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718710/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Kings_honour_surprise_for_Norfolk_Christian_Lesley.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718710/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Kings_honour_surprise_for_Norfolk_Christian_Lesley.aspx Wed, 25 Jun 2025 08:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian Lesley Bradfield was recognised in the King's Honours List for her services to people suffering from pregnancy loss during her role as director of local charity Time Norfolk. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718707/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_Surf_Church_launches_in_North_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718707/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_Surf_Church_launches_in_North_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 24 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT The Methodist Church in North Norfolk is launching Mundesley Wavestation, a missional surfing outreach for all ages on the Norfolk coast. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/YMCA_Norfolk_looks_for_church_partner_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/YMCA_Norfolk_looks_for_church_partner_for.aspx Mon, 23 Jun 2025 21:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has announced plans to bring the internationally acclaimed Global Leadership Summit (GLS) back to Norwich in 2025 and is currently seeking a local church to help make the event possible. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718630/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/African_Music_Boosts_Acle_Church_Access_Fund.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718630/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/African_Music_Boosts_Acle_Church_Access_Fund.aspx Mon, 23 Jun 2025 19:00:00 GMT The PanAfro Band held a lively concert to raise money for accessible access for St Edmund's Church in Acle By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_set_to_mark_200th.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_set_to_mark_200th.aspx Mon, 23 Jun 2025 16:00:00 GMT Attleborough Baptist Church is celebrating its 200th anniversary in September, an exciting milestone since a small band of people first met in 1819 for prayer at the home of local watch and clockmaker James Dawes. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716951/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/100_Mile_Norfolk_coastal_path_walk_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716951/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/100_Mile_Norfolk_coastal_path_walk_for.aspx Wed, 18 Jun 2025 19:00:00 GMT A YMCA Norfolk Ambassador has completed a 104-mile coastal challenge, raising over 20k for local young people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718380/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Inspiration_at_big_green_event_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718380/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Inspiration_at_big_green_event_at_Norwich.aspx Wed, 18 Jun 2025 16:00:00 GMT Free school uniform, a fibre farm and furniture recycling – not to mention the rejuvenation of souls – were all featured in the Salvation Army’s eco event. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718253/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Can_we_worship_God_with_a_computer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718253/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Can_we_worship_God_with_a_computer.aspx Tue, 17 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT Ian Boughton has been watching a funeral on-line, and believes there is a future for on-line church services. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718132/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/New_accessible_car_park_at_Beccles_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718132/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/New_accessible_car_park_at_Beccles_church.aspx Tue, 17 Jun 2025 20:00:00 GMT A new easy access car park has been opened at Beccles Salvation Army to welcome "those who need us most." By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gospel_singing_rocks_Freethorpe_Chapel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gospel_singing_rocks_Freethorpe_Chapel.aspx Tue, 17 Jun 2025 19:00:00 GMT The Happy Day Gospel Choir delighted the audience at the Methodist Chapel in Freethorpe during the charity gig. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718053/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_hears_about_hospital_chaplains_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718053/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_hears_about_hospital_chaplains_work.aspx Tue, 17 Jun 2025 09:00:00 GMT Rev Adrian Woodbridge, from NNUHFT Spiritual Healthcare, has spoken about the invaluable work that he and the team of chaplains do at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and beyond. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718046/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Thriving_community_choir_at_Cawston_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/718046/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Thriving_community_choir_at_Cawston_Church.aspx Mon, 16 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT Cawston Community Choir is going from strength to strength and is ready to welcome new members as it seeks to grow. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Tutor_Doctor_service_is_extended_to_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Tutor_Doctor_service_is_extended_to_Norwich.aspx Mon, 16 Jun 2025 09:00:00 GMT Student tuition firm Tutor Doctor has extended its individual service to Norwich after working with schools and Norfolk County Council for the past two years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717952/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_church_swindler_dies_aged_70.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717952/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_church_swindler_dies_aged_70.aspx Fri, 13 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT A former Norfolk church treasurer who swindled 70,000 over two decades to fund a stamp collecting addiction has died after a tragic choking incident. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717898/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Christian_singer_to_raise_North_Norfolk_roof.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717898/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Christian_singer_to_raise_North_Norfolk_roof.aspx Thu, 12 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT Renowned entertainer Jonathan Viera is taking part in a special weekend later this month to help raise funds for essential roof repairs to the Pleasaunce Christian Holiday Centre in Overstrand, and tickets are available for all the events. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715182/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Put_Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards_in_your.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715182/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Put_Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards_in_your.aspx Thu, 12 Jun 2025 09:00:00 GMT As part of the 20th anniversary celebrations of the Network Norfolk website, we are set to hold the Norfolk Christian Communications Awards 2025, with an awards night at St John’s Cathedral Narthex in Norwich on October 23. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717839/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Talented_youth_at_N_Norfolk_churches_music.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717839/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Talented_youth_at_N_Norfolk_churches_music.aspx Thu, 12 Jun 2025 05:55:00 GMT The Five Churches Festival hosted by churches in the Glaven Valley on the North Norfolk coast next month will once again focus on showcasing the talented young musicians of Norfolk. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717786/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Vandals_cause_heartbreak_at_Yarmouth_Minster.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717786/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Vandals_cause_heartbreak_at_Yarmouth_Minster.aspx Tue, 10 Jun 2025 18:35:00 GMT Stone-throwing vandals have caused "heartbreak" after smashing windows at the Great Yarmouth church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717751/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Christian_equipped_for_Bible_teaching.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717751/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Christian_equipped_for_Bible_teaching.aspx Tue, 10 Jun 2025 18:15:00 GMT Norfolk Christian Esme Nice is preparing to travel to Fiji on a short term mission where she will teach the Bible to communities in need. A coffee morning will be held in Norwich on June 14 to raise funds to support her trip. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717759/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Norwich_Christians_to_lead_global_peace_course.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717759/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Norwich_Christians_to_lead_global_peace_course.aspx Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:50:00 GMT Phil Gazley and Rev. Ian Fifield will facilitate the online course, enabling Christian leaders from across the world to learn about peace-building By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717758/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Our_priority_must_be_to_worship_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717758/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Our_priority_must_be_to_worship_the.aspx Mon, 09 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT Christian churches have just been celebrating Pentecost, following ten days after Ascension day on 29 May, and Andy Bryant reminds us what our response should be to these earth-changing events. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717710/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_supports_Indie_News_Week.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717710/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_supports_Indie_News_Week.aspx Mon, 09 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT As the premier source of independent Christian news in Norwich and Norfolk for the past two decades, Network Norfolk is supporting the second-ever Indie News Week, with the opportunity for you to show your support for the website this week http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717697/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Fire_hit_Norwich_church_in_plea_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717697/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Fire_hit_Norwich_church_in_plea_for.aspx Sun, 08 Jun 2025 11:00:00 GMT The leader of a Norwich church, which was destroyed by fire in April, has issued a plea for a hall or warehouse which the church can lease for the immediate future. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717664/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Benedictine_duo_take_novice_first_step.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717664/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Benedictine_duo_take_novice_first_step.aspx Sun, 08 Jun 2025 07:00:00 GMT Simon Burrell and Anita Dowsing, long-time members of the Julian Chapter of Benedictine Oblates in Norwich, recently took a significant step in their spiritual journeys by becoming Oblate Novices of Douai Abbey during a retreat at the monastery. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/King_of_Kings_film_coming_to_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/King_of_Kings_film_coming_to_a.aspx Sat, 07 Jun 2025 11:00:00 GMT After an incredible run in cinemas - breaking records and moving hearts across the nation - The King of Kings film will be available on all the major digital platforms this week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Volunteers_wanted_for_Bishops_Norwich_garden.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Volunteers_wanted_for_Bishops_Norwich_garden.aspx Thu, 05 Jun 2025 11:00:00 GMT Volunteers are wanted to help to tend the historic Bishop’s Garden alongside Norwich Anglican Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717531/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Minister_uniquely_awarded_Freedom_of_Stalham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717531/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Minister_uniquely_awarded_Freedom_of_Stalham.aspx Wed, 04 Jun 2025 20:00:00 GMT Rev. Ron Skivington and his wife Jane have been awarded the honour of the Freedom of the Town for the first time in Stalham's history. Ian Boughton reports. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717114/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_not_do_some_Spring_cleaning_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717114/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_not_do_some_Spring_cleaning_for.aspx Tue, 03 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT Hopefully our Spring cleaning chores have now all been completed, but Rev Ron Skivington suggests that there may be more areas of our lives that need attention. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717245/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Miracles_do_happen_couple_tell_Norwich_dinner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717245/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Miracles_do_happen_couple_tell_Norwich_dinner.aspx Sat, 31 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT Former semi-professional footballer and businessman in print Peter Ruck and his wife Judy were the speakers at the Norwich FGB June Dinner on Friday June 27 at the Mercure Hotel in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717203/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_talk_stirs_helpful_church_discussions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717203/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_talk_stirs_helpful_church_discussions.aspx Fri, 30 May 2025 10:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Gospel Partnership recently hosted an event in Norwich with Nay Dawson, author of the book She Needs which explores how men and women can flourish together in the church. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Emma_is_set_for_daring_YMCA_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Emma_is_set_for_daring_YMCA_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 29 May 2025 13:00:00 GMT Emma Freeman, a former YMCA Norfolk resident and now a successful homeowner and professional, is preparing to take on a breath-taking challenge in support of the charity that changed her life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717113/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_s_Dying_Matters_launch_success.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717113/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_s_Dying_Matters_launch_success.aspx Thu, 29 May 2025 10:00:00 GMT Did you know that the cost of cremations vary from day to day, and hour by hour, depending upon demand? This, and many other issues around cremation, burial, and funeral plans was discussed at the first ‘Dying Matters’ session at St Peter’s in Sheringham. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717156/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Update_from_Norfolks_ecumenical_committee.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717156/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Update_from_Norfolks_ecumenical_committee.aspx Wed, 28 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT The Denominational Ecumenical Officer committee for Norfolk and Waveney met on May 28 in Norwich. Dr Ian Watson County Ecumenical Officer reports http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717062/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_is_set_to_take_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717062/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_is_set_to_take_a.aspx Wed, 28 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT After 20 years leading Servant’s Church in Norwich, Californian pastor John Brown is stepping down, leaving behind a vibrant, Bible-focused congregation and a newly developing model of shared leadership. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717066/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Keeping_your_eyes_on_the_real_goal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717066/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Keeping_your_eyes_on_the_real_goal.aspx Tue, 27 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT Jane Walters has been fell walking in Cumbria, and discovered that sometimes the peak she was heading for wasn’t the true summit. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717037/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Chance_to_get_involved_in_Norfolk_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717037/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Chance_to_get_involved_in_Norfolk_Christian.aspx Tue, 27 May 2025 10:00:00 GMT Having just completed a successful 24/25 season, the Norfolk Christian Football League is looking to the future and to add extra teams to its leagues, and is inviting those interested to its AGM. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717030/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Exploring_Christian_hope_in_Briston.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717030/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Exploring_Christian_hope_in_Briston.aspx Tue, 27 May 2025 09:00:00 GMT A group of Christians in Briston are hosting a series of three short talks next month followed by discussion and refreshments, and anyone is very welcome to come along. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716959/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Bishop_to_sail_historic_wherry_for_Broads.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716959/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Bishop_to_sail_historic_wherry_for_Broads.aspx Mon, 26 May 2025 13:55:00 GMT Churches from the Waterside Benefice are preparing to launch an imaginative new outreach, taking the Christian message to the waterways of the Norfolk Broads aboard the historic wherry Albion. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717012/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_Youth_League_looks_to_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/717012/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_Youth_League_looks_to_the.aspx Sun, 25 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Youth Football League has enjoyed a competitive season but is keen to attract more teams and is exploring its future. Youth league chairman, Michael Culwick, reports http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716982/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Have_you_seen_signs_of_the_quiet.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716982/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Have_you_seen_signs_of_the_quiet.aspx Sun, 25 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT In the second part of our series about the Quiet Revival, we look at the key findings of the Bible Society report and the effects being seen in the Catholic Church across Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Youth_director_Hamish_set_to_rock_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Youth_director_Hamish_set_to_rock_Norwich.aspx Sat, 24 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT Former rock musician, and now youth services director, Hamish MacQueen will perform and share his journey of faith and music in a concert at St John's Cathedral in Norwich in July to raise funds to support youth pilgrimages and leadership. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716562/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/NWCT_talk_on_Christian_unity_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716562/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/NWCT_talk_on_Christian_unity_in_Norfolk.aspx Sat, 24 May 2025 11:20:00 GMT The inaugural annual talk on Christian Unity by Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney (NWCT) took place at Diss Methodist Church on May 22. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716563/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/An_Evening_with_Lou_Fellingham_in_Sheringham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716563/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/An_Evening_with_Lou_Fellingham_in_Sheringham.aspx Thu, 22 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT Acclaimed artist Lou Fellingham will be giving a concert of uplifting music at Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham next month, and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716339/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Create_blankets_to_bless_in_Swanton_Abbott.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716339/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Create_blankets_to_bless_in_Swanton_Abbott.aspx Wed, 21 May 2025 13:00:00 GMT Blanket Blessings is a new group set up at Swanton Abbott Community Chapel to create blankets for those receiving end of life care, and are looking for those who would like to take part. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Making_best_use_of_our_God_given.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Making_best_use_of_our_God_given.aspx Wed, 21 May 2025 10:00:00 GMT James Knight wonders if Christians should enjoy relatively luxurious lifestyles when there is so much deprivation elsewhere in the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716238/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Flower_festival_set_for_Buxton_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716238/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Flower_festival_set_for_Buxton_church.aspx Tue, 20 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT St. Andrew’s Buxton is pleased to announce its highly anticipated flower festival is to be held on June 7 and 8 from 10am to 4pm. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716172/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_church_organists_10_hour_marathon.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716172/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_church_organists_10_hour_marathon.aspx Tue, 20 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT An organist from St Peter's Church in Gorleston has completed a 10-hour marathon fundraising performance. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_great_grandma_s_church_charity_sale.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_great_grandma_s_church_charity_sale.aspx Mon, 19 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT A Sheringham woman is running a table-top sale at her church on Saturday to raise funds for the cancer charity that has been helping her great grandson, and all are invited to come along and support the event. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_church_leaders_urged_to_stay_alert.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/716169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_church_leaders_urged_to_stay_alert.aspx Mon, 19 May 2025 20:00:00 GMT Sam Cousins of Proclaimers Church in Norwich spoke about the ‘quiet revival’ taking place amongst young people and exhorted the leaders present to be ready. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715999/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_Music_Festival_for_Cawston_church_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715999/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_Music_Festival_for_Cawston_church_and.aspx Sun, 18 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT Cawston Church is co-ordinating a range of musical events in the church and village during June, and all are welcome to visit the village take part in the festival. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Have_you_heard_about_the_quiet_revival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Have_you_heard_about_the_quiet_revival.aspx Sat, 17 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT Have you heard the whispers that there is a quiet revival going on across England and Wales - and it has even reached Norfolk - according to a recent Bible Society report and local church leaders. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715959/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Soul_Church_win_first_Bishops_Cup_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715959/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Soul_Church_win_first_Bishops_Cup_for.aspx Fri, 16 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT Soul Church secured their first Norfolk Christian Football League Bishop’s Cup for 25 years with a 3-1 win against Eaton Eagles at The Nest, Norwich, on Saturday, after NCBC had secured the Shield competition against South Walsham St Mary’s A, earlier. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Restoration_of_Wells_church_finally_completed.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Restoration_of_Wells_church_finally_completed.aspx Thu, 15 May 2025 13:00:00 GMT The restoration of St Nicholas Church in Wells next the Sea has finally been completed following a six-year restoration project costing over 0.5m By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715704/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Invite_to_cup_finals_as_closest_ever.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715704/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Invite_to_cup_finals_as_closest_ever.aspx Wed, 14 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT After its closest league finish in living memory the Norfolk Christian Football League will end its season on Saturday with two cup finals at The Nest in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715702/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Bible_dedicated_to_Hopton_soldier_sparks_search.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715702/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Bible_dedicated_to_Hopton_soldier_sparks_search.aspx Wed, 14 May 2025 17:55:00 GMT A Bible dedicated to a soldier from Hopton who died in the First World War has sparked a search for his family. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715535/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Be_an_encourager_as_inspired_by_Jesus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715535/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Be_an_encourager_as_inspired_by_Jesus.aspx Tue, 13 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley reminds us how important it is to encourage others, and to look for opportunities to be a champion for them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715349/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Rangers_win_nail_biting_Norfolk_Christian_League.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715349/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Rangers_win_nail_biting_Norfolk_Christian_League.aspx Mon, 12 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League saw one of its closest-ever finishes when Heigham Park Rangers took the title from Soul Church in the final game of the season on goal difference alone. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715396/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Thursford_church_window_tells_villagers_stories.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715396/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Thursford_church_window_tells_villagers_stories.aspx Sun, 11 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT A new stained-glass window in St Andrew's Church in Thursford, North Norfolk depicts aspects from the lives of the local villagers who contributes to its creation and installation. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715381/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/New_Norwich_St_Johns_Cathedral_image_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715381/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/New_Norwich_St_Johns_Cathedral_image_to.aspx Sat, 10 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT The Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich has commissioned local artist, Amelia Bowman, to create an iconic image of the Cathedral to celebrate its community role and to raise vital funds. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715367/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Keeper_scores_as_three_Christian_youth_finals.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715367/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Keeper_scores_as_three_Christian_youth_finals.aspx Fri, 09 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT Three Norfolk Christian Youth Football League cup-finals were decided today (May 10) during a feast of football at The Nest in Norwich with wins for Lighthouse Church, Soul Church and Sprowston Youth Engagement Project (SYEP). By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715345/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/East_Anglia_church_leaders_welcome_Pope_Leo.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715345/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/East_Anglia_church_leaders_welcome_Pope_Leo.aspx Fri, 09 May 2025 21:00:00 GMT East Anglian church leaders have welcomed the announcement of a new Pope, His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, at the Vatican in Rome on Thursday evening. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715346/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Annual_East_Anglia_pilgrimage_to_Walsingham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715346/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Annual_East_Anglia_pilgrimage_to_Walsingham.aspx Fri, 09 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT The Diocese of East Anglia's largest pilgrimage of the year took place on Monday May 5 with its annual diocesan visit to England’s Nazareth, a place of deep spiritual significance for Catholics across the country. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715304/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/New_Baptist_DEO_for_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715304/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/New_Baptist_DEO_for_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 08 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT Rev June Love from Kings Lynn appointed Baptist Denominational Ecumenical Officer for Norfolk and Waveney http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715245/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Kings_Lynn_Christian_media_workshop_is_held.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715245/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Kings_Lynn_Christian_media_workshop_is_held.aspx Thu, 08 May 2025 06:00:00 GMT The fourth 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 King's Lynn and an online workshop will be arranged soon. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715187/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Celebrate_the_true_victory_that_Jesus_has.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715187/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Celebrate_the_true_victory_that_Jesus_has.aspx Tue, 06 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT As the nation celebrates the eightieth anniversary this week of the end of the war in Europe, Matthew Pickhaver reminds us of the even greater victory won for us by Jesus’ death and resurrection. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715071/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Pulling_the_ropes_at_Upper_Sheringham_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715071/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Pulling_the_ropes_at_Upper_Sheringham_Church.aspx Tue, 06 May 2025 10:00:00 GMT All Saints Church in Upper Sheringham is offering the chance for anyone to have a go at bellringing when they hold their summer fair in July, and there is no charge to take part. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Invite_to_Norfolk_Christian_women_in_business.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Invite_to_Norfolk_Christian_women_in_business.aspx Sun, 04 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT A Norfolk-based Christian is setting up a networking group for like-minded women and invites people interested to get in touch. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715051/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Performing_an_act_of_worship.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/715051/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Performing_an_act_of_worship.aspx Sun, 04 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Ian Boughton explains why he believes that it may sometimes be appropriate to regard an act of worship as a performance. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/37031/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Hollinger_offers_Norfolk_design_and_print.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/37031/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Hollinger_offers_Norfolk_design_and_print.aspx Sun, 04 May 2025 08:30:00 GMT Hollinger Print is an established Norwich-based design and print company. Over the past 25 years we have built an excellent reputation, based on integrity, quality and service. We offer a full design and print service, http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714971/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Young_interpreter_scheme_thrives_at_Diss_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714971/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Young_interpreter_scheme_thrives_at_Diss_church.aspx Fri, 02 May 2025 10:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714901/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_to_show_contemporary_bible_art.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714901/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_to_show_contemporary_bible_art.aspx Thu, 01 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT 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. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714914/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Free_Christian_media_workshop_is_held_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714914/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Free_Christian_media_workshop_is_held_in.aspx Thu, 01 May 2025 10:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/She_Needs_author_leading_Norfolk_churches_event.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/She_Needs_author_leading_Norfolk_churches_event.aspx Thu, 01 May 2025 07:00:00 GMT 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. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714846/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Asking_for_strength_in_difficult_times.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714846/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Asking_for_strength_in_difficult_times.aspx Tue, 29 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT Jane Walters reminds us that we can always turn to God for His strength in times of trouble. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714754/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Plan_to_turn_Norwich_church_into_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714754/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Plan_to_turn_Norwich_church_into_a.aspx Tue, 29 Apr 2025 09:00:00 GMT 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. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714739/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Crossroads_retreat_on_offer_at_Suffolks_Clare.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714739/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Crossroads_retreat_on_offer_at_Suffolks_Clare.aspx Tue, 29 Apr 2025 08:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Fire_breaks_out_at_Norwich_church_during.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Fire_breaks_out_at_Norwich_church_during.aspx Mon, 28 Apr 2025 11:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Reepham_s_Easter_Cross_encourages_locals.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Reepham_s_Easter_Cross_encourages_locals.aspx Mon, 28 Apr 2025 10:00:00 GMT An Easter cross covered in flowers outside Reepham Methodist Church has been encouraging and inspiring those who have passed by. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714740/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_Port_Chaplain_retires_after_thirty_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714740/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_Port_Chaplain_retires_after_thirty_years.aspx Mon, 28 Apr 2025 08:15:00 GMT Peter Paine who has supported seafarers in Great Yarmouth for three decades is now retiring. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714667/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Requiem_Mass_held_for_Pope_Francis_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714667/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Requiem_Mass_held_for_Pope_Francis_in.aspx Thu, 24 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_new_commandment_which_requires_love_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_new_commandment_which_requires_love_in.aspx Thu, 24 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714551/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Broads_chaplaincy_team_celebrates_growth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714551/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Broads_chaplaincy_team_celebrates_growth.aspx Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:20:00 GMT The Waterways chaplaincy team for the Norfolk Broads have been welcoming new members to join them in their work. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714495/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Free_Christian_media_workshop_is_held_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714495/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Free_Christian_media_workshop_is_held_in.aspx Wed, 23 Apr 2025 11:00:00 GMT The second 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 Norwich and there is still time to sign up for ones in Sheringham and King's Lynn. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714457/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/N_Norfolk_pastor_affirms_Gen_Z_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714457/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/N_Norfolk_pastor_affirms_Gen_Z_church.aspx Tue, 22 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT A recent Bible Society survey has reported a surge in church attendance over the last six years, particularly among the Gen Z age group, 18 to 25 years old, and a Sheringham church leader says that this reflects his own experience. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714447/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Catholic_Cathedral_packed_for_Chrism_Mass.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714447/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Catholic_Cathedral_packed_for_Chrism_Mass.aspx Tue, 22 Apr 2025 11:00:00 GMT The Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich was filled to capacity as clergy and parishioners from across the Diocese of East Anglia gathered for the annual Chrism Mass On Tuesday April 15 http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714186/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Retired_Yarmouth_Minister_publishes_life_story.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714186/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Retired_Yarmouth_Minister_publishes_life_story.aspx Tue, 22 Apr 2025 07:25:00 GMT David Weeks from Great Yarmouth has published a testimony of his life marked by “miraculous encounters, deep trials and enduring faith.” By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714434/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_are_in_God_s_hands_even.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714434/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_are_in_God_s_hands_even.aspx Mon, 21 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT As we hear the sad news of the death of Pope Francis, Andy Bryant reminds us that, even in death, nothing can separate us from the love of God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714408/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/East_Anglia_bishop_pays_tribute_to_Pope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714408/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/East_Anglia_bishop_pays_tribute_to_Pope.aspx Mon, 21 Apr 2025 11:00:00 GMT Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Peter Collins, has paid tribute to Pope Francis, following his death at the age of 88. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714407/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Pope_Francis_was_great_advocate_of_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714407/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Pope_Francis_was_great_advocate_of_Christian.aspx Sun, 20 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT County Ecumenical Officer for Norfolk and Waveney, Dr Ian Watson, who met Pope Francis in January, says he was one of the great advocates for Christian unity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Pope_was_an_inspirational_leader_says_Bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Pope_was_an_inspirational_leader_says_Bishop.aspx Sun, 20 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has paid tribute to Pope Francis, calling him an inspirational leader, following his death earlier today. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Death_of_Pope_Francis_is_announced_aged.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Death_of_Pope_Francis_is_announced_aged.aspx Sun, 20 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT Pope Francis has died aged 88, the Vatican Press Office has confirmed. He served as the 265th successor of St Peter from his election on 13 March 2013 to 21 April 2025. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714349/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Salvation_Army_Good_Friday_march_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714349/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Salvation_Army_Good_Friday_march_in_Norwich.aspx Sat, 19 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT The Norwich Citadel Salvation Army Band held their traditional “great march of witness” on Good Friday in Norwich city centre followed by an open-air meeting on Gentleman’s Walk. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714299/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Display_your_wedding_garb_at_Upper_Sheringham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714299/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Display_your_wedding_garb_at_Upper_Sheringham.aspx Fri, 18 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT A Wedding exhibition will be held at All Saints Upper Sheringham over the late Spring bank holiday weekend, and locals are invited to show off their wedding costumes and accessories. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_church_watches_Gods_rescue_plan.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_church_watches_Gods_rescue_plan.aspx Fri, 18 Apr 2025 10:00:00 GMT On Palm Sunday April 13, at Bergh Apton Church, over 100 people watched former English and Drama teacher turned professional actor, Stefan Smart, perform his one-man show, I Am Mark. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714301/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_Grahams_Easter_messages_from_Jerusalem.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714301/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_Grahams_Easter_messages_from_Jerusalem.aspx Fri, 18 Apr 2025 08:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham Usher, has recorded a series of Easter messages during his recent visit to Jerusalem and some of the locations of the events of the first Good Friday and Easter Sunday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714295/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_organises_Royal_Maundy_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714295/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_organises_Royal_Maundy_service.aspx Thu, 17 Apr 2025 22:00:00 GMT The King and Queen attended the spectacular Royal Maundy service in Durham Cathedral today – the first to be organised by the Bishop of Norwich in his new role as Lord High Almoner. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714293/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Join_Norwich_conference_on_child_exploitation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714293/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Join_Norwich_conference_on_child_exploitation.aspx Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:00:00 GMT Two leading Norfolk charities specialising in Child Exploitation are joining together to improve awareness and gain a greater understanding of the issues facing young people in the county, by staging a one-day conference on the subject in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Oak_Grove_leader_joins_Connect_Norwich_team.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Oak_Grove_leader_joins_Connect_Norwich_team.aspx Thu, 17 Apr 2025 10:45:00 GMT Darren Woodward, Senior leader at Oak Grove Community Church, has joined the core team for Connect Norwich By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713230/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/King_of_Kings_film_showing_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713230/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/King_of_Kings_film_showing_in_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 17 Apr 2025 06:00:00 GMT The King of Kings film is showing at cinemas across East Anglia until April 24, after a successful opening weekend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714254/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Discover_God_s_blessings_at_Overstrand_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714254/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Discover_God_s_blessings_at_Overstrand_faith.aspx Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT Come to the Overflow in Overstrand Summer Retreat 2025—a powerful, spirit-filled weekend designed to help you reset, realign, and receive God’s abundant blessings in every area of your life. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Time_to_be_still_and_listen_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Time_to_be_still_and_listen_to.aspx Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:00:00 GMT James Knight encourages to take a pause from our busy lives this Easter and listen to God’s still small voice. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714196/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_foodbank_needs_tins_and_toilet.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714196/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_foodbank_needs_tins_and_toilet.aspx Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT Mid Norfolk Foodbank is putting out a plea to its supporters and shoppers across the area to consider donating a tin, jar or item of non-perishable food to one of its collection points after seeing a 27% drop in donations in the first quarter of this year By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_meeting_at_Proclaimers_in_May.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/714185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_meeting_at_Proclaimers_in_May.aspx Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:25:00 GMT The May meeting of Connect Norwich will be held at Proclaimers Church, with opportunity to hear from Sam Cousins. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713958/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Busy_Holy_Week_and_Easter_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713958/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Busy_Holy_Week_and_Easter_at_Norwich.aspx Mon, 14 Apr 2025 15:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral marked the beginning of Holy Week with a Palm Sunday procession through the city and a beautiful performance of the St Matthew Passion by the Cathedral choirs. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713936/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Stalham_lad_finds_faith_and_future_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713936/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Stalham_lad_finds_faith_and_future_in.aspx Mon, 14 Apr 2025 13:25:00 GMT David from Stalham was living a ‘wild’ party lifestyle until he encountered Jesus in China. He is now studying at Bible school in South Africa. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713915/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Community_hub_for_mid_Norfolk_church_plant.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713915/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Community_hub_for_mid_Norfolk_church_plant.aspx Mon, 14 Apr 2025 10:00:00 GMT A new church in Swaffham, planted by the Fountain of Life Church in Ashill during the aftermath of the Covid restrictions, has now blossomed into a thriving community hub. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713663/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_ex_drug_addict_Susie_tells_story.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713663/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_ex_drug_addict_Susie_tells_story.aspx Sat, 12 Apr 2025 11:00:00 GMT Norwich resident and former drug addict Susie Mayhew has shared her story of hope after being given support and a place to live by Christian charity Hope into Action and named as a winner in its Tenant Awards 2025. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713839/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Foodbank_plea_to_join_hunger_campaign.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713839/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Foodbank_plea_to_join_hunger_campaign.aspx Fri, 11 Apr 2025 11:00:00 GMT Norwich Foodbank is urging its supporters to sign an open letter to MPs calling for changes in Universal Credit to protect many from hunger and hardship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713695/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_FGB_dinner_hears_from_Christian_musician.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713695/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_FGB_dinner_hears_from_Christian_musician.aspx Thu, 10 Apr 2025 12:20:00 GMT Christian musician Cliff Pain was the guest speaker at the dinner of Norwich FGB at the Mercure Hotel in Norwich on Wednesday April 30. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713639/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Walking_by_faith_for_expert_guidance.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713639/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Walking_by_faith_for_expert_guidance.aspx Wed, 09 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley has been out walking, and reminds us that we need to let God guide our steps. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713547/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Nine_Norfolk_churches_win_vital_repair_grants.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713547/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Nine_Norfolk_churches_win_vital_repair_grants.aspx Tue, 08 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Churches Trust has awarded grants totalling over 52,000 to nine churches across the county, to carry out vital repairs and improvements. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713495/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Find_a_space_to_breathe_in_Taize.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713495/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Find_a_space_to_breathe_in_Taize.aspx Tue, 08 Apr 2025 11:00:00 GMT Visiting Taize on a pilgrimage is like “finding a space to breathe”, a prayer service in Norwich head recently, and there is the opportunity to go with the Bishop of Norwich this July. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713474/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_churches_music_festival_returns.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713474/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_churches_music_festival_returns.aspx Mon, 07 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT Five churches in the Glaven Valley on the North Norfolk coast, will play host to an exciting and varied programme of music in July, as the Five Churches Festival returns for its third year, and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713417/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/West_Norfolk_couple_plan_escape_to_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713417/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/West_Norfolk_couple_plan_escape_to_the.aspx Mon, 07 Apr 2025 10:00:00 GMT A Norfolk couple are taking a leap of faith and trusting God with the last decade of their working life by turning a derelict West Norfolk courthouse into a community and spiritual hub. Peter Bending reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713406/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_gathers_vital_gifts_for_Ukraine.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713406/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_gathers_vital_gifts_for_Ukraine.aspx Sun, 06 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT St Peter’s Church in Sheringham has been welcoming donations from all over North Norfolk in recent weeks, as part of its ongoing efforts to support Ukrainians affected by war. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713315/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Music_event_to_fund_Watton_Church_improvements.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713315/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Music_event_to_fund_Watton_Church_improvements.aspx Sat, 05 Apr 2025 06:00:00 GMT St. Mary’s Church in Watton will be holding a special fundraising concert next month to raise money towards much-needed improvements to their church premises. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713242/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Advocacy_and_Money_M_O_T_volunteers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713242/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Advocacy_and_Money_M_O_T_volunteers.aspx Fri, 04 Apr 2025 19:00:00 GMT Independence is something many of us value. Age UK Norfolk has opportunities for volunteers to support older people with financial management. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713310/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Award_celebration_for_King_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713310/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Award_celebration_for_King_s.aspx Fri, 04 Apr 2025 06:30:00 GMT Volunteers, staff and supporters came together last week to celebrate The Purfleet Trust receiving the King’s Award for Voluntary Service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713269/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Invitation_to_join_Norfolk_Benedictine_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713269/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Invitation_to_join_Norfolk_Benedictine_community.aspx Thu, 03 Apr 2025 15:00:00 GMT The Prior of St Benet’s Abbey is looking to expand and regenerate the Norfolk community which follow the rule of St Benedict. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713233/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Supporting_the_winning_side_this_Easter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713233/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Supporting_the_winning_side_this_Easter.aspx Thu, 03 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT Jane Walters reflects on the role we might have played during that first Easter weekend, and gives thanks for Jesus’ eventual triumph. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713241/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_visits_Jerusalem_and_West.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713241/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_visits_Jerusalem_and_West.aspx Wed, 02 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has just returned from Jerusalem and the West Bank to show his support Palestinian Christians and the Anglican Archbishop. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713073/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_singers_boost_North_Walsham_church_choir.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713073/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_singers_boost_North_Walsham_church_choir.aspx Tue, 01 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT A North Norfolk church is greatly encouraged that its choir is now well back on the path to being recognised and invited out to sing in the wider community. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713025/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Day_of_family_faith_and_fun_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/713025/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Day_of_family_faith_and_fun_at.aspx Tue, 01 Apr 2025 11:00:00 GMT A day of family fun, worship, prayer and play is set for Norwich Anglican Cathedral on Saturday April 26 organised by a team from the Diocese of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711571/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/One_man_show_of_Marks_Gospel_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711571/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/One_man_show_of_Marks_Gospel_in.aspx Tue, 01 Apr 2025 08:00:00 GMT An extraordinary solo performance bringing the Gospel of Mark to life is set to take place at Bergh Apton Church in South Norfolk on Palm Sunday, April 13. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712987/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_leaders_hear_testimonies_of_changed_lives.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712987/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_leaders_hear_testimonies_of_changed_lives.aspx Mon, 31 Mar 2025 17:00:00 GMT Christian leaders listened to stories about the way Norwich Hope into Action is transforming the lives of people who are homeless through partnership with churches. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Norfolk_Christian_adventurer_with_designs_on_cash.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Norfolk_Christian_adventurer_with_designs_on_cash.aspx Sun, 30 Mar 2025 23:00:00 GMT Award-winning Norfolk designer, surfer and adventurer Colin Howell, always relies on the same guide on his travels – Jesus. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712828/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Up_to_6_000_in_modern_slavery.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712828/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Up_to_6_000_in_modern_slavery.aspx Sat, 29 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT There may be as many as 6,000 people trapped in modern slavery across East Anglia according to Norfolk Catholic activist Simon John. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_outreach_show_for_Cromer_s_Cliff.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_outreach_show_for_Cromer_s_Cliff.aspx Sat, 29 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT Norfolk-based Cliff Richard lookalike and tribute act Will Chandler has launched a brand-new show for church mission, entitled, “Walking in the Light”, following complete recovery from a recent cancer scare. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712831/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_chaplains_are_needed_by_Norfolk_Police.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712831/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_chaplains_are_needed_by_Norfolk_Police.aspx Fri, 28 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT Former military policeman and army pilot, Rev Ian Byrne, is the new lead chaplain for Norfolk Police and is keen to recruit new chaplains to join his team. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712776/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Fundraising_effort_for_Dereham_church_toilets.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712776/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Fundraising_effort_for_Dereham_church_toilets.aspx Fri, 28 Mar 2025 11:00:00 GMT St Nicholas Church in Dereham is set to get its own toilets next year, thanks to a 3/4m fund-raising initiative. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712757/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/First_free_media_workshop_is_held_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712757/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/First_free_media_workshop_is_held_in.aspx Fri, 28 Mar 2025 08:30:00 GMT The first 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 Great Yarmouth. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712746/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_church_funded_for_community_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712746/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_church_funded_for_community_work.aspx Thu, 27 Mar 2025 21:25:00 GMT St Mary Magdalene Church in Gorleston, whose mission is to be a transforming presence in its community, has been awarded funding of 97,000 over the next three years to support its work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712675/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Orthodox_Pilgrimage_to_Derehams_Holy_Well.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712675/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Orthodox_Pilgrimage_to_Derehams_Holy_Well.aspx Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT The life of a Norfolk saint has been celebrated with a now annual pilgrimage to a holy well in Dereham, the most recent of which was last week. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712586/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_to_treat_or_mistreat_your_Bible.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712586/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_to_treat_or_mistreat_your_Bible.aspx Wed, 26 Mar 2025 10:00:00 GMT Jane Walters justifies her habit of defacing her books, especially her Bibles, and encourages us to do the same! http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Spring.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Spring.aspx Tue, 25 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT The Spring edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online, in time for Easter. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712326/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Churches_Bump_Start_help_for_new_N.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712326/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Churches_Bump_Start_help_for_new_N.aspx Tue, 25 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT A new project has launched in north Norfolk to help support soon-to-be mums who face challenges in affording the supplies and equipment needed to care for a new arrival. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712250/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/View_passionate_art_in_Salthouse_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712250/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/View_passionate_art_in_Salthouse_church.aspx Mon, 24 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT An art exhibition called “Picturing Passion” will be on view at St Nicholas, Salthouse during the run up to Easter, and there is no charge for admission. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712083/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Norfolk_clergy_appointments_are_celebrated.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712083/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Norfolk_clergy_appointments_are_celebrated.aspx Sun, 23 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich has recently celebrated several new clergy appointments across Norfolk and Waveney in Loddon, Lingwood, Sheringham and Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712150/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Join_in_free_N_Norfolk_Stainer_Easter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712150/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Join_in_free_N_Norfolk_Stainer_Easter.aspx Fri, 21 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT Stainer’s Crucifixion will be performed at two North Norfolk venues during the weekend before Easter, and everyone is welcome to come along and take part. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712086/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Christian_indie_pop_artist_releases_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712086/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Christian_indie_pop_artist_releases_new.aspx Thu, 20 Mar 2025 19:00:00 GMT Norfolk-based Christian indie pop artist Pyramid Park has just released his latest album, Cyclones and Silence - an emotional and vulnerable exploration of grief, mental health, and healing, set to the nostalgic sounds of alternative indie. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712074/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Fakenham_rector_creates_missional_beer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712074/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Fakenham_rector_creates_missional_beer.aspx Thu, 20 Mar 2025 09:00:00 GMT A North Norfolk rector has collaborated with a local brewery to craft a ‘church ale’ for this year’s Fakenham Gin and Beer Festival, to help further community engagement at the event. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712071/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_of_Norwich_to_help_select_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712071/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_of_Norwich_to_help_select_new.aspx Wed, 19 Mar 2025 22:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham Usher, will help to select the next Archbishop of Canterbury and not take on the role himself, despite speculation that he might be a leading candidate. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712068/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tribute_to_retired_chemist_who_served_Kings.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/712068/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tribute_to_retired_chemist_who_served_Kings.aspx Wed, 19 Mar 2025 19:00:00 GMT Christopher Lindley, an industrial chemist whose faith drove him to help those in need has died aged 98. He worked for many years on the executive of Churches Together in King’s Lynn. His family pays tribute. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711974/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Green_pastures_is_more_than_just_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711974/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Green_pastures_is_more_than_just_a.aspx Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT There has been a gradual loss of Christian bookshops on high streets around the country. Green Pastures is one of the few remaining in the East and it continues to trade and offers pop up shops around the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Never_give_up_hope_when_the_sands.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Never_give_up_hope_when_the_sands.aspx Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT In a world of so much turbulence, Andy Bryant reminds us that God never changes, and that we can place our trust in Him. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711941/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Catfield_church_raising_money_for_inside_toilet.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711941/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Catfield_church_raising_money_for_inside_toilet.aspx Tue, 18 Mar 2025 13:30:00 GMT All Saints Church in Catfield, near Stalham, is raising funds for vital refurbishment including an inside toilet and water supply to enable them to increase their accessibility and community outreach. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711880/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_church_organist_celebrates_55_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711880/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_church_organist_celebrates_55_years.aspx Mon, 17 Mar 2025 15:50:00 GMT A dedicated church organist has been recognised for 55 years of faithful service at St Peter’s Church, Gorleston. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711744/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_mum_seeks_Christian_cancer_support_group.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711744/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_mum_seeks_Christian_cancer_support_group.aspx Sat, 15 Mar 2025 08:00:00 GMT A Norfolk mother living with stage 4 cancer is searching for a faith-based support group to connect with others who share her experiences. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704017/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Navy_veteran_Martin_given_just_two_days.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704017/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Navy_veteran_Martin_given_just_two_days.aspx Fri, 14 Mar 2025 17:00:00 GMT Navy veteran Martin lost his family because of an alcohol addiction which ended with him being thrown out of his home, attempting suicide and being placed in a hospice and given just two days to live. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Enjoy_Andre_de_Villiers_at_Taverham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Enjoy_Andre_de_Villiers_at_Taverham_church.aspx Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT Taverham Evangelical Church (TEC) will be hosting South African singer-songwriter Andre de Villiers later this month, and all are warmly invited to come along. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711567/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Be_encouraged_by_the_hope_of_eternal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711567/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Be_encouraged_by_the_hope_of_eternal.aspx Wed, 12 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT James Knight reminds us of God’s promise of eternity in heaven, and encourages us to remember this as we face the hardships of life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711282/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Pancake_flipping_fun_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711282/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Pancake_flipping_fun_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Fri, 07 Mar 2025 09:00:00 GMT There was lots of pancake flipping fun at Norwich Cathedral to celebrate Shrove Tuesday on March 4. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711255/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Silver_eco_award_for_Yarmouth_Minster.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711255/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Silver_eco_award_for_Yarmouth_Minster.aspx Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:00:00 GMT Great Yarmouth Minster has recently celebrated the achievement of being awarded a silver eco church award. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711221/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hitchhike_from_Norwich_to_Hebron_to_transform.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711221/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hitchhike_from_Norwich_to_Hebron_to_transform.aspx Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:00:00 GMT Two Hebron Housing staff members will be making their way from the charity's premises in Norwich to Hebron in Northumberland—without any money—relying solely on the generosity of strangers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711206/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_Bishop_shares_top_book_with_Paddington.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711206/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_Bishop_shares_top_book_with_Paddington.aspx Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich joined Paddington Bear in Norwich Cathedral Close for World Book Day today (March 6) and shared his own favourite book. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711143/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Free_media_workshop_for_churches_in_West.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711143/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Free_media_workshop_for_churches_in_West.aspx Wed, 05 Mar 2025 07:30:00 GMT As part of Network Norfolk's 20th anniversary year, churches and Christians in West Norfolk are invited to attend a free media workshop in Kings Lynn in May. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711107/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Network_Norfolk_joins_Bluesky_social_media_site.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711107/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Network_Norfolk_joins_Bluesky_social_media_site.aspx Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:30:00 GMT Network Norfolk has joined the fast-growing social media site Bluesky to share news, events, and jobs from the Norfolk Christian community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711059/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Chance_to_join_YMCA_Norfolks_Christian_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/711059/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Chance_to_join_YMCA_Norfolks_Christian_mission.aspx Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has a distinctive Christian ethos and its CEO, John Lee, has outlined various opportunities for local supporters to join its mission. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710936/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Chelsea_gold_garden_talk_at_Cromer_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710936/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Chelsea_gold_garden_talk_at_Cromer_church.aspx Sat, 01 Mar 2025 11:00:00 GMT Chelsea flower show winner Joe Carey will be speaking at a Men’s Breakfast in Cromer later this month organised by Cromer Church, and all men are welcome to come along. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710814/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norfolk_Christian_was_former_dance_band_singer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710814/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norfolk_Christian_was_former_dance_band_singer.aspx Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to former proms and dance band singer and Norfolk churchman Brian Fitzgerald who has died at the age of 97. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Ukraine_soldiers_in_Norfolk_church_pray_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Ukraine_soldiers_in_Norfolk_church_pray_for.aspx Thu, 27 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMT Ukrainian soldiers training in Norfolk with the British Army prayed for a just peace as part of a church service with the Bishop of Norwich, on the third anniversary of the invasion of their country. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710831/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_parish_church_stays_open_after_fires.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710831/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_parish_church_stays_open_after_fires.aspx Thu, 27 Feb 2025 10:00:00 GMT St Nicholas Church in Dereham will remain open despite two arson attacks last week, as no lasting damage has been done. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710795/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Praise_Him_on_the_ukelele.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710795/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Praise_Him_on_the_ukelele.aspx Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Ian Boughton wonders why few worship bands seem to include ukeleles, at least in Britain, and suggests that this could be the start of a new trend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710790/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/New_Yarmouth_Church_in_the_Community_guide.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710790/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/New_Yarmouth_Church_in_the_Community_guide.aspx Wed, 26 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT An updated directory has been published by Imagine Norfolk Together, listing the activities run by churches in the borough of Great Yarmouth for the benefit of the community http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Renovations_finally_underway_at_Twyford_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Renovations_finally_underway_at_Twyford_Church.aspx Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT Repairs have now started to repair the roof and bellcote at St Nicholas, Twyford, near Foulsham in the depths of rural Norfolk. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_named_most_animal_friendly.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_named_most_animal_friendly.aspx Sun, 23 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has just been named Animal Friendly Church of the Year 2024 by the Anglican Society for the Welfare of Animals. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710370/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Join_Bishop_s_wildlife_conversation_in_Holt.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710370/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Join_Bishop_s_wildlife_conversation_in_Holt.aspx Fri, 21 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Revd Graham Usher, will be in conversation with wildlife expert Nick Acheson next month at St Andrew’s parish church in Holt, and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_at_risk_cathedral_gets_vital_first.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_at_risk_cathedral_gets_vital_first.aspx Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT The Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich has been awarded a grant of 57,000 from Historic England to support vital conservation work, ensuring the long-term protection of this architectural and spiritual landmark. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710173/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Lives_transformed_at_Teen_Challenge_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710173/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Lives_transformed_at_Teen_Challenge_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 19 Feb 2025 16:45:00 GMT Two years ago Christian rehab charity Teen Challenge was given Drayton Hall as their premises to intensively support men with addictions. Helen Baldry visited to find out about their work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710132/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Chance_to_partner_with_Norfolk_Christian_league.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710132/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Chance_to_partner_with_Norfolk_Christian_league.aspx Wed, 19 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League is having conversations to explore a number of exciting opportunities to increase its mission of connecting church with community through football and is appealing for churches to get in contact. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710239/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/You_look_but_what_do_you_see.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710239/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/You_look_but_what_do_you_see.aspx Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT Jane Walters admires the perceptive skills of creative people, but suggests we would all benefit from taking more notice of what we see around us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710131/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Exciting_season_for_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710131/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Exciting_season_for_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx Tue, 18 Feb 2025 19:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League has had an exciting and competitive first half of the season with new league leaders. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Bequest_funds_Burnham_Thorpe_church_repairs.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Bequest_funds_Burnham_Thorpe_church_repairs.aspx Tue, 18 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT A significant bequest to All Saints Church in Burnham Thorpe has resolved financial difficulties caused by major repairs to the church tower. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Chance_to_find_out_about_Norfolk_African.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Chance_to_find_out_about_Norfolk_African.aspx Mon, 17 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT A fundraising event for former Norfolk Ugandan missionaries, Alaric and Jane Hunt, is being held at Bracon Ash in South Norfolk on March 1. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710121/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_Catholic_priest_for_Cromer_and_Sheringham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710121/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_Catholic_priest_for_Cromer_and_Sheringham.aspx Mon, 17 Feb 2025 13:00:00 GMT The parish community of Our Lady and St Joseph’s in Sheringham and Cromer warmly welcomed Bishop Peter Collins on 3 February for the formal induction of their new Parish Priest, Father Simon Davies. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710120/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_not_emulate_the_kindness_of_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710120/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_not_emulate_the_kindness_of_the.aspx Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT Paddington Bear has chosen to rest awhile in Norwich Cathedral Close, and Andy Bryant encourages us to embrace the kind nature which has become one of the bear’s trademarks. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710025/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Missionaries_speak_at_Briston_gospel_meeting.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/710025/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Missionaries_speak_at_Briston_gospel_meeting.aspx Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT Gareth and Malou Bolton, who work with Operation Mobilisation, the international gospel ministry famous for its mission ships, were guest speakers at a meeting in Briston last Sunday. Matthew Pickhaver reports on Gareth’s testimony. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/709950/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Discover_When_Jesus_Met_Hippies_in_Sheringham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/709950/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Discover_When_Jesus_Met_Hippies_in_Sheringham.aspx Thu, 13 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT Come to Lighthouse Community church in Sheringham on 16 March and hear Andrew Whitman explain how Jesus impacted the lives of many young people during the hippy era of the 1960’s and ‘70’s. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/709902/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Should_we_give_children_more_responsibility.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/709902/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Should_we_give_children_more_responsibility.aspx Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT John Myhill believes we should follow biblical principles and treat our offspring more as young adults than as children. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/709842/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_team_members_at_Norfolk_retreat_house.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/709842/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_team_members_at_Norfolk_retreat_house.aspx Tue, 11 Feb 2025 07:50:00 GMT Quiet Waters Christian Retreat Centre in Bungay added three new team members to support the work of the house last year as it looks forward to the future. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/709647/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_gospel_choir_invite_new_members.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/709647/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_gospel_choir_invite_new_members.aspx Thu, 06 Feb 2025 18:00:00 GMT As they start a new term, The Happy Day Gospel Choir welcomes you to join them or host a concert. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699153/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_photo_competition_open_to_all.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699153/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_photo_competition_open_to_all.aspx Thu, 06 Feb 2025 07:30:00 GMT As part of the Network Norfolk 20th anniversary celebrations, we want to find your best pictures which show the Norfolk Christian community and churches in action. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/709549/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_rectors_24_hour_prayer_vigil.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/709549/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_rectors_24_hour_prayer_vigil.aspx Wed, 05 Feb 2025 01:00:00 GMT This summer 14-year-old Jorja and seven-year-old Bethany will be spending part of their holidays in Zimbabwe, helping some of the world’s poorest children. Their father will be undertaking a prayer vigil and asks for your support. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/709546/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Connecting_with_the_mysteries_of_creation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/709546/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Connecting_with_the_mysteries_of_creation.aspx Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT James Knight has been marvelling at some of the wonders of creation, and at the mysteries of the Creator. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/709412/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_bishops_applaud_Synod_Safeguarding_move.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/709412/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_bishops_applaud_Synod_Safeguarding_move.aspx Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT The Bishops of Norwich, Thetford and Lynn have issued a statement expressing their deep concern regarding safeguarding issues and allegations of cover up in the Church of England raised by the media in recent weeks. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/707715/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Diss_church_s_dementia_café_celebrates_10.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/707715/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Diss_church_s_dementia_café_celebrates_10.aspx Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT Diss United Reformed Church is celebrating the tenth anniversary of their Dove Dementia Café, which has been adding singing and worship to their activities. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/707646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Latest_NWCT_ecumenical_update_is_published.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/707646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Latest_NWCT_ecumenical_update_is_published.aspx Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT The sixth issue of the ecumenical update for Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney (NWCT) has been published online http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/707614/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_perfect_love_that_never_gives_up.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/707614/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_perfect_love_that_never_gives_up.aspx Wed, 29 Jan 2025 13:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley has been sharing with us, in three previous columns, her thoughts on a famous verse from 1 Corinthians 13. This time, she encourages us with a Love that perseveres. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/707606/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_leaders_exhorted_to_Christian_unity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/707606/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_leaders_exhorted_to_Christian_unity.aspx Wed, 29 Jan 2025 07:00:00 GMT Christian leaders gathered at Connect Norwich, were encouraged to "work together" by Dr Ian Watson, County Ecumenical Officer, during the week of prayer for Christian unity. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/706883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Teen_Challenge_shares_Tommy_s_story_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/706883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Teen_Challenge_shares_Tommy_s_story_of.aspx Fri, 24 Jan 2025 20:00:00 GMT A charity based at Drayton Hall in Norfolk is helping to repair lives broken by addiction. Tommy’s experience shows how lives can truly be transformed thanks to God and a supportive community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/706842/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_church_leaders_meet_the_Pope_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/706842/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_church_leaders_meet_the_Pope_in.aspx Fri, 24 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT Leaders from Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney have just returned from an ecumenical pilgrimage to Rome, which included an audience with Pope Francis. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/706791/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Walk_through_the_Bible_in_Cromer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/706791/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Walk_through_the_Bible_in_Cromer.aspx Thu, 23 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT Cromer Parish Church invites you to take part in an interactive journey through the Old Testament next month, and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/706725/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Listening_to_other_people_s_stories.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/706725/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Listening_to_other_people_s_stories.aspx Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT AIan Boughton was at a funeral for an old friend recently, and came to realise how little he really knew about him. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/705393/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Bishop_commends_Gorleston_church_on_25_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/705393/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Bishop_commends_Gorleston_church_on_25_years.aspx Thu, 16 Jan 2025 20:00:00 GMT Bishop Ian congratulated Cliff Park Community Church, saying that its survival for a quarter of a century was "something extraordinary." By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/705228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_revamp_on_show.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/705228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_revamp_on_show.aspx Thu, 16 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT Sheringham Methodists have refurbished their worship area, and all are invited to an open day later this month to see what has been achieved. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/705186/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Is_Christmas_really_all_over.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/705186/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Is_Christmas_really_all_over.aspx Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT Jane Walters has been packing away her Christmas decorations, and wonders why we are so determined that the rejoicing is over by Boxing Day. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/705133/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Church_Profile_Stalham_Baptist_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/705133/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Church_Profile_Stalham_Baptist_Church.aspx Tue, 14 Jan 2025 13:00:00 GMT As part of our feature which highlights churches from across our region, we find out more about Stalham Baptist Church in the north Norfolk town of Stalham. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/705080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Elmham_s_church_screen_returned_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/705080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Elmham_s_church_screen_returned_to.aspx Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT Restoration work to refurbish the rood screen at St Mary's Church in North Elmham has seen one of Norfolk's finest medieval rood screens returned to its former glory. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704901/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Teen_arrested_after_Holt_Church_vandalism.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704901/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Teen_arrested_after_Holt_Church_vandalism.aspx Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT St Andrew the Apostle Church in Holt, Norfolk, has once again been targeted by vandals, prompting concerns about the future accessibility of the space. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704667/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mission_Partnership_unites_4_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704667/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mission_Partnership_unites_4_Norfolk_churches.aspx Fri, 10 Jan 2025 10:00:00 GMT Four United Reformed Churches in the Norwich area have formed the first ‘Mission Partnership’ in the Eastern Region, to work together to focus on mission. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704599/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Art_and_snowdrops_at_Thorpe_Market_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704599/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Art_and_snowdrops_at_Thorpe_Market_Church.aspx Thu, 09 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT Local artists will be showcasing their craft at Thorpe Market Church each weekend in February, along with a stunning display of snowdrops in the churchyard. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704450/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_plea_for_unity_in_God_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704450/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_plea_for_unity_in_God_s.aspx Wed, 08 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant argues that Christians should be working together to spread the good news of Christ, rather than publicly arguing over our theological differences. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Cawston_vicar_s_tractor_transports_wise_men.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Cawston_vicar_s_tractor_transports_wise_men.aspx Tue, 07 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT Three wise men hitched a lift to Cawston Church on a vintage tractor, followed by a parade of tractors and parishioners in the village’s annual Plough Sunday procession. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704239/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Pakefield_nativity_walk_tells_Christmas_story.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704239/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Pakefield_nativity_walk_tells_Christmas_story.aspx Sat, 04 Jan 2025 14:30:00 GMT The true meaning of Christmas was showcased as the coastal community in Pakefield was provided with a seasonal treat. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_woman_braves_sea_for_Christian_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_woman_braves_sea_for_Christian_charity.aspx Fri, 03 Jan 2025 13:45:00 GMT Pam from Great Yarmouth raised more than 2000 for the charity Hope into Action by taking a dip in the sea every day of advent. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704104/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Loddon_family_s_nativity_light_show_touches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704104/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Loddon_family_s_nativity_light_show_touches.aspx Tue, 31 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT A Catholic family in Loddon have set up an impressive nativity display of lights in their front garden for friends and neighbours to enjoy. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mass_marks_start_of_Jubilee_Year_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mass_marks_start_of_Jubilee_Year_in.aspx Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:00:00 GMT The Jubilee Year of 2025 was officially started by Bishop Peter Collins with an Opening Procession and Mass at St John’s Cathedral in Norwich earlier today http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704016/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Sarahs_life_changing_encounter_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704016/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Sarahs_life_changing_encounter_in_Norwich.aspx Sat, 28 Dec 2024 12:00:00 GMT Norwich artist Sarah suffered with addiction and bad mental health until she had a life-changing encounter with the Matthew Project. This is her story. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704012/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_Christmas_appeal_receives_2653_gifts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704012/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_Christmas_appeal_receives_2653_gifts.aspx Sat, 28 Dec 2024 10:00:00 GMT An appeal run by a Norwich church to help Norfolk families at Christmas has collected almost 2,700 presents to give to around 1000 families. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704021/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_visits_virtual_ward_at_Norwich_hospital.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704021/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_visits_virtual_ward_at_Norwich_hospital.aspx Thu, 26 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham Usher, met Emergency Department staff on a behind-the-scenes tour at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and was also shown how a 60-patient virtual ward works. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/220185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Norfolk_residential_and_activity_centre_for_young.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/220185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Norfolk_residential_and_activity_centre_for_young.aspx Wed, 25 Dec 2024 10:00:00 GMT The Horstead Centre near Norwich provides young people with the best opportunities for educational, personal, social, and spiritual development through an exciting programme of residential stays or activity days. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704020/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_makes_bells_for_Christmas_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704020/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_makes_bells_for_Christmas_appeal.aspx Tue, 24 Dec 2024 17:00:00 GMT St Mary’s Church in Attleborough is hoping to raise 15,000 to add an electrically operated chiming mechanism to the bells which will allow them to ring them whenever the occasion demands at the press of a button - hopefully for Christmas 2025. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704009/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_church_reopens_after_0_5m.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704009/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_church_reopens_after_0_5m.aspx Mon, 23 Dec 2024 21:00:00 GMT The Parish Church of St Peter in Haveringland, has reopened after a major nine-month transformation, and will now serve as a multi-purpose community hub. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Norfolk_couple_killed_in_crash_after_carol.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/704008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Norfolk_couple_killed_in_crash_after_carol.aspx Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:00:00 GMT A Norfolk Christian couple have died after being hit by a car as they left a carol service at All Saints Church in High Kelling near Holt on Sunday afternoon. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703965/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Christian_Peace_building_introduction_available.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703965/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Christian_Peace_building_introduction_available.aspx Sun, 22 Dec 2024 20:00:00 GMT Peace Catalyst and Norwich Christian Meditation Centre are working together to provide an introduction for Christians who are interested in peace-building By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703964/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_carols_event_raises_2k_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703964/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_carols_event_raises_2k_charity.aspx Sun, 22 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT A Carols by Candlelight event, hosted by The Salvation Army Norwich Citadel on December 15, was a resounding success, raising over 2,000 for Age UK Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703906/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_honours_retiring_Communications_Director.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703906/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_honours_retiring_Communications_Director.aspx Sat, 21 Dec 2024 16:00:00 GMT Director of Communications for the Diocese of East Anglia, Keith Morris has been honoured by Bishop Peter Collins with the bestowal of a Diocesan Medal, presented during Mass at St John’s Cathedral on Sunday December 15. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Let_s_take_time_to_savour_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Let_s_take_time_to_savour_Christmas.aspx Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT James Knight urges us to delay our trip to the post-Christmas sales, and spend some time making the most of the Christmas celebrations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703949/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_provide_free_Christmas_meals.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703949/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_provide_free_Christmas_meals.aspx Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT Churches across the Diocese of Norwich are set to combat loneliness and loss by providing Christmas Day lunches for their communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703899/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_foodbank_s_founder_retires.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703899/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_foodbank_s_founder_retires.aspx Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT Dave Pearson, founder, chairman and project director of Mid Norfolk foodbank, based at Wellspring Church in Dereham, has retired after more than 12 years at its helm. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703858/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Stalham_church_takes_carol_singing_to_local.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703858/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Stalham_church_takes_carol_singing_to_local.aspx Thu, 19 Dec 2024 20:00:00 GMT Regulars at the Swan Inn were led in enthusiastic singing of carols by the Baptist church. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703850/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_Norfolk_churches_joined_shoebox_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703850/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_Norfolk_churches_joined_shoebox_appeal.aspx Thu, 19 Dec 2024 17:00:00 GMT Bowthorpe Road Church becomes a new church collection centre partnering with Operation Christmas Child, after an appeal by the charity for more churches to offer their premises as collection centres. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703834/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Open_Christmas_issues_donations_plea.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703834/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Open_Christmas_issues_donations_plea.aspx Thu, 19 Dec 2024 11:00:00 GMT Charity Norwich Open Christmas, which provides a Christmas Day celebration for the homeless or lonely has a new venue for this year and needs donations of food and clothing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703713/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bishop_says_encounter_God_for_an_enduring.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703713/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bishop_says_encounter_God_for_an_enduring.aspx Wed, 18 Dec 2024 12:00:00 GMT In his Christmas message, the Rt Rev Peter Collins, Bishop of East Anglia, says that enduring hope is only discovered through an encounter with God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703759/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_gift_of_receiving_at_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703759/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_gift_of_receiving_at_Christmas.aspx Wed, 18 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley explains why she will be focussing more on receiving than on giving this Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703659/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_church_celebrating_25th_birthday.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703659/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_church_celebrating_25th_birthday.aspx Mon, 16 Dec 2024 16:50:00 GMT Cliff Park Community Church is holding a service to celebrate its foundation a quarter of a century ago. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Should_Norfolk_council_prayers_be_only_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Should_Norfolk_council_prayers_be_only_Christian.aspx Mon, 16 Dec 2024 10:00:00 GMT A Green councillor has suggested that the prayers at the start of Norfolk County Council meetings should sometimes be said by people from faiths other than Christianity. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703625/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Soul_church_treats_Norwich_to_the_Wonder.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703625/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Soul_church_treats_Norwich_to_the_Wonder.aspx Sun, 15 Dec 2024 20:00:00 GMT On Sunday evening (Dec 15) the curtain came down for the final time at Soul Church's Christmas musical extravaganza The Wonder. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703580/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Jesus_is_calm_and_bright_says_Bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703580/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Jesus_is_calm_and_bright_says_Bishop.aspx Sun, 15 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT In his Christmas message, the Bishop of Norwich Graham Usher says that Jesus brings calm to stormy and anxious lives and offers a brighter way for us all. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703532/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Following_the_lead_of_our_festive_saint.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703532/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Following_the_lead_of_our_festive_saint.aspx Sat, 14 Dec 2024 07:00:00 GMT As we progress through Advent, Jane Walters takes a look at St Nicholas, whom many regard as the inspiration for our current day festive benefactor! http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703577/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Bishop_of_Norwich_calls_for_farm_tax.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703577/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Bishop_of_Norwich_calls_for_farm_tax.aspx Fri, 13 Dec 2024 12:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich brought stories of Norfolk farmers to national attention when he spoke yesterday in a House of Lords debate about the impact of the budget on the future of small farms and rural communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703420/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Academic_issues_call_to_pray_for_UEA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703420/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Academic_issues_call_to_pray_for_UEA.aspx Thu, 12 Dec 2024 08:15:00 GMT An Associate Professor at the UEA in Norwich has issued an invitation to Pray for UEA in the light of possible staff redundancies. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703426/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Finding_calm_amidst_the_festive_hustle_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703426/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Finding_calm_amidst_the_festive_hustle_and.aspx Wed, 11 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT As Christmas rapidly approaches, Ian Boughton finds peace from the inspiration of a saint who had a revelation almost 140 years ago. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/YMCA_café_and_soft_play_facility_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/YMCA_café_and_soft_play_facility_in.aspx Tue, 10 Dec 2024 12:00:00 GMT The Williams’ Kitchen Café and Explorers Soft Play area is run by YMCA Norfolk in its community hub on Aylsham Road near Norwich centre. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703369/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Carols_on_the_Prom_set_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703369/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Carols_on_the_Prom_set_to.aspx Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT Lighthouse Community Church will be joining forces with Cromer and Sheringham Brass Band later this month for an evening of carols by the sea on Sheringham promenade – just one of several community initiatives by the church this Christmas. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/YMCA_runs_friendly_90_place_nursery_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/YMCA_runs_friendly_90_place_nursery_in.aspx Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:00:00 GMT Muddy Puddles nursery is based at YMCA Norfolk’s multi-service community centre on Aylsham Road in Norwich, also featuring its Café with a cause, Williams’ Kitchen café and Explorers Soft Play centre. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703316/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Embracing_the_profound_truths_of_Advent.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703316/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Embracing_the_profound_truths_of_Advent.aspx Mon, 09 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT James Knight invites us to reflect on the depth of our beliefs and explores the truths within the richness of the Christmas story. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Lectio_Divina_in_Norwich_Cathedral_Library.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Lectio_Divina_in_Norwich_Cathedral_Library.aspx Fri, 06 Dec 2024 09:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral Library is hosting a monthly group Lectio Divina session in the library on the second Friday of each month with the next session is on Friday December 13, at 2.30pm and all are welcome to attend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703071/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Chance_to_double_Hope_in_Norfolk_this.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703071/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Chance_to_double_Hope_in_Norfolk_this.aspx Thu, 05 Dec 2024 12:00:00 GMT Christian homelessness charity, Hope into Action, which works with a number of churches across Norfolk is giving readers the chance to double their donations for one week this December. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703040/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Christian_bookshop_branching_out.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/703040/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Christian_bookshop_branching_out.aspx Thu, 05 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT Green Pastures Christian Bookshop, based in mid-Norfolk, is developing its offering across the region by providing pop-up shops where requested. Regular stalls already operate in Bury St Edmunds and King’s Lynn, with a Norwich one imminent. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702952/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_encouragement_of_an_unexpected_gift.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702952/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_encouragement_of_an_unexpected_gift.aspx Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT Jane Walters has received a book aimed at nurturing her faith, but it is the circumstances of the gift, as well as the content of the book, which she has found so encouraging. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702774/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_volunteers_pack_free_Christmas_hampers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702774/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_volunteers_pack_free_Christmas_hampers.aspx Tue, 03 Dec 2024 10:00:00 GMT Volunteers from Gateway Vineyard church in Norwich have donated and packed almost 250 Christmas Hampers to bring some festive cheer and encouragement. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_missionaries_serving_in_war_torn_Myanmar.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_missionaries_serving_in_war_torn_Myanmar.aspx Tue, 03 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Goodman was a Dereham-based quarry manager before sensing the call to become a missionary to the Shan people in Thailand almost 30 years ago. He updates us on his work in that war-torn country. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702769/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Living_in_sickness_and_in_health.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702769/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Living_in_sickness_and_in_health.aspx Mon, 02 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT Members of Parliament have voted in favour of legislation to enable assisted dying in certain defined circumstances, but Andy Bryant believes that there are deeper issues to be explored. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702496/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_speaks_about_assisted_suicide_on_Radio.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702496/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_speaks_about_assisted_suicide_on_Radio.aspx Fri, 29 Nov 2024 12:00:00 GMT On the day that the House of Commons debates the proposed bill on assisted suicide, Bishop Peter Collins has spoken live on BBC Radio Norfolk outlining his opposition to the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702453/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/The_Broads_have_God_given_talent.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702453/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/The_Broads_have_God_given_talent.aspx Thu, 28 Nov 2024 17:00:00 GMT The first ever 'The Broads has Talent' event for children has been held at St Benedict's Church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702300/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Winter_Good.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702300/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Winter_Good.aspx Thu, 28 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT The Winter edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702316/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/UEA_student_wins_Bishop_of_Norwich_ecology.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702316/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/UEA_student_wins_Bishop_of_Norwich_ecology.aspx Thu, 28 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT A bird called the western yellow-breasted chat has helped Norwich student Liz Allocca win this year’s Bishop of Norwich Prize for Ecology. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702143/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_would_we_build_our_house_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702143/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_would_we_build_our_house_in.aspx Wed, 27 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon recalls the coastal erosion in the autumn storms which caused some properties along the Norfolk coastline to be lost to the sea, and reminds us of a lesson from the gospels. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702141/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Well_travelled_vicar_to_settle_in_Great.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702141/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Well_travelled_vicar_to_settle_in_Great.aspx Tue, 26 Nov 2024 20:50:00 GMT Rev. Richard Washington who has lived in a number of countries across the globe, has decided to make Great Yarmouth his home for the foreseeable future. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Norfolk_church_leaders_sign_declaration_of_unity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Norfolk_church_leaders_sign_declaration_of_unity.aspx Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT Senior church leaders from across Norfolk and Waveney publicly signed a Declaration of Commitment for Christian Unity, pledging to work together towards their shared mission, during an Evensong service at Norwich Anglican Cathedral yesterday http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702032/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/So_does_this_mean_I_m_an.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702032/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/So_does_this_mean_I_m_an.aspx Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT Anna Price has been reflecting on the role she carries out at her church, but wrestles with the label that would often be attributed to that role. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702014/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Approval_for_Stalham_church_solar_panels.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/702014/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Approval_for_Stalham_church_solar_panels.aspx Sun, 24 Nov 2024 18:00:00 GMT Stalham Baptist Church has been given the green light by North Norfolk District Council to install 36 solar panels either side of its main roof. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Gorleston_pupils_pack_shoeboxes_with_Christmas_gifts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Gorleston_pupils_pack_shoeboxes_with_Christmas_gifts.aspx Sat, 23 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT Pupils from St Mary and St Peter Catholic Primary School in Gorleston have been filling shoeboxes packed with gifts as part of Operation Christmas Child. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701971/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_team_wins_top_national_awards.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701971/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_team_wins_top_national_awards.aspx Fri, 22 Nov 2024 12:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk celebrated a monumental victory at the Youth Matters Awards 2024, held on Friday November 15 at City Central at the HAC in London when it was named the ‘YMCA of the Year,’ recognising its transformative work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701905/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/God_s_healing_for_North_Norfolk_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701905/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/God_s_healing_for_North_Norfolk_s.aspx Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT Cliff Richard look-alike Will Chandler is back on stage following recovery from a cancer scare in 2022, and is again delighting audiences with his performances and testimony. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701822/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Lasting_memories_of_Tony_Campolo_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701822/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Lasting_memories_of_Tony_Campolo_in_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 21 Nov 2024 12:00:00 GMT Irrepressible American pastor, sociologist, theologian and social justice campaigner, Tony Campolo, has died at the age of 89. Keith Morris, who interviewed him twice in Norwich, pays tribute. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701781/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_Charity_receives_2024_King_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701781/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_Charity_receives_2024_King_s.aspx Wed, 20 Nov 2024 19:40:00 GMT The Purfleet Trust, a King’s Lynn homelessness charity, has received the prestigious King’s Award for Voluntary Service. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Experiencing_God_should_not_be_artificial.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Experiencing_God_should_not_be_artificial.aspx Wed, 20 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT James Knight has been questioning whether artificial intelligence can assist our understanding or even our experience of God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Bradwell_church_serves_milestone_free_meal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Bradwell_church_serves_milestone_free_meal.aspx Tue, 19 Nov 2024 16:25:00 GMT St Nicholas Church in Bradwell this month served its 1000th meal at their regular lunch club. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701622/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Beccles_Salvation_Army_appeal_for_Christmas_gifts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701622/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Beccles_Salvation_Army_appeal_for_Christmas_gifts.aspx Tue, 19 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army is calling on the Beccles, Bungay and Halesworth communities to donate new toys to its Christmas present appeal in order to support families in need over the festive season By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Inspiring_night_at_YMCA_Norfolk_celebration.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Inspiring_night_at_YMCA_Norfolk_celebration.aspx Mon, 18 Nov 2024 16:40:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk’s annual celebration and awards ceremony welcomed an audience of 150 on Thursday, November 14, to honour the charity's inspiring young people, clients, staff, and volunteers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701379/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_perfect_place_to_hold_on_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701379/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_perfect_place_to_hold_on_to.aspx Sun, 17 Nov 2024 07:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley has been sharing with us, in her last two columns, her thoughts on a famous verse from 1 Corinthians 13. Today she encourages us with a Love that hopes. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/The_Week_of_Prayer_for_Christian_Unity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/The_Week_of_Prayer_for_Christian_Unity.aspx Sat, 16 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT Dr Ian Watson, Norfolk County Ecumenical Officer, reflects on the legacy of Fr Paul Wattson, who started the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_expresses_assisted_suicide_concern.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_expresses_assisted_suicide_concern.aspx Fri, 15 Nov 2024 14:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham Usher, has expressed his deep concerns about proposals to legalise assisted suicide. Here he gives his thoughts. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701375/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Royal_Maundy_role_for_Bishop_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701375/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Royal_Maundy_role_for_Bishop_of.aspx Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT King Charles III has appointed the Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham Usher, as his next Lord High Almoner, who is responsible for the 900-year-old traditional Royal Maundy Service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701229/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_St_John_s_Cathedral_joins_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701229/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_St_John_s_Cathedral_joins_at.aspx Thu, 14 Nov 2024 19:50:00 GMT The Catholic Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich has today been revealed as “at risk” by Historic England in its annual Heritage at Risk Register 2024. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Retiring_Norwich_vicar_shares_faith_journey.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Retiring_Norwich_vicar_shares_faith_journey.aspx Wed, 13 Nov 2024 14:00:00 GMT Rev. Madeline Light, who has recently retired from St Stephen’s, Norwich told Christian leaders about how God rescued her parents and led her to faith. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701250/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/National_church_network_celebration_in_Gorleston.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701250/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/National_church_network_celebration_in_Gorleston.aspx Wed, 13 Nov 2024 09:15:00 GMT A birthday party at St Mary Magdalene Church in Gorleston has marked 20 years since the formation of the National Estate Churches Network By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701303/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Rejoice_again_I_say_rejoice.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701303/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Rejoice_again_I_say_rejoice.aspx Wed, 13 Nov 2024 09:00:00 GMT Ian Boughton has realised how much we tend to repeat ourselves in our hymns and prayers, and wonders if we run the risk of diluting their meaning. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701245/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/2_Norfolk_churches_debt_centres_mark_milestones.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701245/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/2_Norfolk_churches_debt_centres_mark_milestones.aspx Wed, 13 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT Mid-Norfolk Debt Centre recently celebrated 10 years, whilst Dereham Debt Centre celebrated 5 years of free debt advice to local people as many struggle with the costs of essentials. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701244/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Archbishop_was_right_to_resign_says_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701244/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Archbishop_was_right_to_resign_says_Norwich.aspx Tue, 12 Nov 2024 21:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has said he supports the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, in his decision to resign over his handling of an abuse scandal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/_Mock_fire_fighting_exercise_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/_Mock_fire_fighting_exercise_at_Norwich.aspx Tue, 12 Nov 2024 10:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral last week welcomed crews from Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service for an exercise to test firefighting and salvage procedures for the historic city landmark. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701075/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/School_chaplains_in_demand_in_Norfolk_schools.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701075/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/School_chaplains_in_demand_in_Norfolk_schools.aspx Mon, 11 Nov 2024 18:00:00 GMT An increasing number of non-faith schools across the county are hiring chaplains to offer emotional support to students, which reflects a similar trend nationally. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701068/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Let_us_dwell_on_what_really_matters.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701068/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Let_us_dwell_on_what_really_matters.aspx Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT As events in the news crowd our thoughts and concerns, James Knight brings us a word of encouragement in this short column around focussing our energies. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Action_group_prays_for_Norwich_Cathedral_change.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Action_group_prays_for_Norwich_Cathedral_change.aspx Sun, 10 Nov 2024 16:00:00 GMT A Christian Climate Action group presence outside Norwich cathedral last Saturday (November 2) vowed to keep praying and supporting the cathedral towards a change of bank. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701014/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Ormesby_Christian_Vision_for_Men_event.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/701014/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Ormesby_Christian_Vision_for_Men_event.aspx Sun, 10 Nov 2024 12:30:00 GMT Ormesby St Michael Church are hosting a men’s event with speaker Paul Gask: "Where are the blokes?" By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700934/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_church_leaders_must_be_whole_hearted.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700934/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_church_leaders_must_be_whole_hearted.aspx Sat, 09 Nov 2024 18:00:00 GMT Pastor Jon Norman of Soul Church spoke at Connect Norwich, and encouraged the group to return to their first love. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_East_Anglias_appeal_on_assisted.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_East_Anglias_appeal_on_assisted.aspx Sat, 09 Nov 2024 09:00:00 GMT The Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Peter Collins, has written a pastoral letter to the Catholics of East Anglia to ask them to write to their local MP to oppose the bill before parliament on assisted suicide. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700937/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/RBL_standards_unveiled_at_special_Aylsham_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700937/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/RBL_standards_unveiled_at_special_Aylsham_service.aspx Fri, 08 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT A special dedication service at Aylsham Parish Church has enabled the local division of the Royal British Legion to unveil two new Standards, in readiness for the annual Festival of Remembrance on Saturday 9 November at the Royal Albert Hall. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700909/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Soul_Church_to_stage_free_Norwich_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700909/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Soul_Church_to_stage_free_Norwich_Christmas.aspx Thu, 07 Nov 2024 12:00:00 GMT This December, SOUL Church in Norwich’s highly anticipated Christmas production, The Wonder, returns for a breath-taking Christmas experience open to all – and it’s completely free! http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700764/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_free_Christmas_gifts_offer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700764/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_free_Christmas_gifts_offer.aspx Thu, 07 Nov 2024 11:00:00 GMT A Norwich church, which aims to give free gifts to children who might go without this Christmas, is asking other local churches to nominate families who might benefit from the scheme. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700823/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Will_you_be_sending_Christmas_cards_this.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700823/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Will_you_be_sending_Christmas_cards_this.aspx Thu, 07 Nov 2024 09:00:00 GMT As our thoughts turn to planning for Christmas, Lance Birks reflects on the positive value of sending a Christmas card. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700612/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/_Peter_tells_how_he_first_met.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700612/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/_Peter_tells_how_he_first_met.aspx Mon, 04 Nov 2024 12:00:00 GMT After an encounter with God in a churchyard, retired solicitor Peter Spreckley realised that after 30 years of attending church he was still not a Christian. He told his full story at the Christmas dinner of the Norwich FGB on December 11. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700619/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Salvation_Army_to_host_pop_up.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700619/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Salvation_Army_to_host_pop_up.aspx Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT Green Pastures Christian Bookshop will be running a monthly pop-up shop selling a variety of Christian goods at Norwich Salvation Army, and all are invited to the first one later this month. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700259/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Join_Norwich_Cathedral_s_team_of_Pilgrim.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700259/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Join_Norwich_Cathedral_s_team_of_Pilgrim.aspx Sat, 02 Nov 2024 12:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral is looking to recruit new volunteer Pilgrim Pastors to join the Cathedral's visitor engagement team and act as chaplains to visitors. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_Church_hosts_battle_against_dark_forces.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_Church_hosts_battle_against_dark_forces.aspx Fri, 01 Nov 2024 15:00:00 GMT St Mary Magdalene Church broke the usual Halloween trends and engaged directly with the forces of darkness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700162/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_wins_top_conservation_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700162/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_wins_top_conservation_award.aspx Thu, 31 Oct 2024 10:00:00 GMT The South Norfolk church of St Ethelbert’s in the village of Larling has won top prize in the conservation at the National Church Awards. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700191/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hear_European_pastor_at_Norwich_mens_night.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700191/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hear_European_pastor_at_Norwich_mens_night.aspx Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT Pastor Leo Bigger, founder of the International Christian Fellowship organisation and Senior Pastor of one of Europe’s most influential churches, will be speaking at a Men’s Night at Soul Church in Norwich on Sunday November 3. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700144/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Prolific_Christian_author_at_N_Norfolk_coffee.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700144/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Prolific_Christian_author_at_N_Norfolk_coffee.aspx Wed, 30 Oct 2024 11:00:00 GMT Baptist minister and author Rev Patrick Coghlan, along with artist Robert Gay, singer/songwriter Marilyn Baker and Tracy Williamson will all be taking part in an event at Worstead Baptist Church in Meeting Hill later next month, and all are welcome. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700142/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Aiming_for_the_goal_to_get_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/700142/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Aiming_for_the_goal_to_get_the.aspx Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT Jane Walters has been decorating, and has some advice for those who are putting off getting the job finished. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699996/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Gorleston_Youth_Worker_starts_after_year_wait.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699996/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Gorleston_Youth_Worker_starts_after_year_wait.aspx Tue, 29 Oct 2024 09:30:00 GMT Gabi Groenewald-Simmons has started work as Youth Worker for Identity Youth Project, having been appointed over a year ago. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Lynn_Night_Shelter_opening_marks.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Lynn_Night_Shelter_opening_marks.aspx Mon, 28 Oct 2024 07:30:00 GMT When the King’s Lynn Night Shelter reopened at the beginning of October, it did so with the good news that, going forward, St John’s House will be open to guests all year round. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699881/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedral_celebrates_Black_History_Month.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699881/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedral_celebrates_Black_History_Month.aspx Sat, 26 Oct 2024 16:00:00 GMT The first ever special service for Black History Month was held during Choral Evensong at Norwich Cathedral features international drumming group and a gospel choir. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699766/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Music_at_Walsingham_Winter_Weekend.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699766/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Music_at_Walsingham_Winter_Weekend.aspx Sat, 26 Oct 2024 13:00:00 GMT Preparations are underway for Walsingham Winter Weekend from 6 - 8 December featuring a performance of Handel's Messiah and an invitation for people to join the scratch choir - rehearsals starting in November. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699787/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_leads_nature_recovery_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699787/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_leads_nature_recovery_project.aspx Sat, 26 Oct 2024 10:00:00 GMT Amid the global spotlight on the UN biodiversity conference in Colombia, a new short film has been released which showcases the inspiring story of a grassroots nature recovery movement in Harleston, Norfolk, with the local church at its centre. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699821/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Warm_Welcome_Space_with_Sheringham_Methodists.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699821/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Warm_Welcome_Space_with_Sheringham_Methodists.aspx Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:00:00 GMT As colder days approach, St Andrew’s Methodist Church in Sheringham is offering a warm space to meet with lunch every Tuesday, and anyone can come along. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Successful_summer_camp_for_Norfolk_youth_groups.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Successful_summer_camp_for_Norfolk_youth_groups.aspx Thu, 24 Oct 2024 23:00:00 GMT Fifty-seven young people from Youth for Christ groups in Norfolk came together for the annual Encounter summer camp at Sizewell Hall in Suffolk, with two people being baptised. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699792/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Critical_moment_Norwich_Bishop_tells_UN_conference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699792/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Critical_moment_Norwich_Bishop_tells_UN_conference.aspx Thu, 24 Oct 2024 13:45:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich says it is a critical moment for the future of life on Earth as he leads the Anglican delegation to the United Nations biodiversity conference (COP16) in Colombia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699782/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/New_South_Norfolk_church_planting_venture_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699782/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/New_South_Norfolk_church_planting_venture_on.aspx Thu, 24 Oct 2024 11:00:00 GMT A new church planting venture by the English Reformed Church, in the former Methodist Church in Attleborough, has been put on hold as the church owner has withdrawn permission for its future use. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699688/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Oscar_winning_Norwich_pastors_animation_dream.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699688/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Oscar_winning_Norwich_pastors_animation_dream.aspx Thu, 24 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT An Oscar and BAFTA winning animator and Norwich church elder has launched an ambitious plan to produce 365 high-quality animated Christian devotionals aimed at engaging young people with the Gospel and is looking for funds to help him make it happen. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699658/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishops_visit_foodbanks_across_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699658/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishops_visit_foodbanks_across_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 23 Oct 2024 09:00:00 GMT Three Norfolk bishops have been visiting foodbanks across the Diocese of Norwich to highlight their vital work in the community and a video has captured the moments. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Please_do_not_forget_the_planet.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Please_do_not_forget_the_planet.aspx Tue, 22 Oct 2024 23:00:00 GMT COP 16 is currently underway in Columbia, as part of the United Nations Biodiversity Conference, and Andy Bryant reminds us how important it is that we take care of God’s creation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699657/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Tears_as_Madeline_bids_farewell_to_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699657/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Tears_as_Madeline_bids_farewell_to_Norwich.aspx Tue, 22 Oct 2024 11:00:00 GMT St Stephen’s Norwich was packed for the farewell service of Rev Madeline Light on Sunday October 20 after 15 years as its first ever female vicar. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699612/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Vision_and_prayer_for_North_Breckland_youth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699612/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Vision_and_prayer_for_North_Breckland_youth.aspx Tue, 22 Oct 2024 09:00:00 GMT North Breckland Youth For Christ has started a prayer, fasting and vision fortnight, and those wishing to show support are urged to get involved. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699576/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Bells_may_stop_ringing_at_Yarmouth_Minster.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699576/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Bells_may_stop_ringing_at_Yarmouth_Minster.aspx Mon, 21 Oct 2024 11:00:00 GMT There are fears the sound of bells at the St Nicholas church in Great Yarmouth may soon be silenced because of a lack of bellringers. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699592/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Age_UK_Norfolk_looking_for_volunteers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699592/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Age_UK_Norfolk_looking_for_volunteers.aspx Sun, 20 Oct 2024 23:00:00 GMT Could you lend a helping hand this year? Norfolk has one of the largest populations of older people in the UK. Around a third of older people live alone but did you know loneliness can be just as harmful to health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day? By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699523/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Open_Academy_becomes_church_school.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699523/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Open_Academy_becomes_church_school.aspx Fri, 18 Oct 2024 23:00:00 GMT The Open Academy in Heartsease, Norwich, has been welcomed into Norfolk's family of Church of England schools and the occasion celebrated by the Bishop of Norwich who toured the school, meeting pupils and staff and leading assemblies. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699198/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Salvation_Army_modern_slavery_in_East_warning.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699198/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Salvation_Army_modern_slavery_in_East_warning.aspx Fri, 18 Oct 2024 14:00:00 GMT New figures released show that fewer modern slavery victims in England and Wales are accessing Government specialist support. This includes the East of England where in the last year 147 people were rescued and supported by The Salvation Army and partners By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699438/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Epic_450_mile_Emmaus_charity_walk_ends.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699438/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Epic_450_mile_Emmaus_charity_walk_ends.aspx Thu, 17 Oct 2024 09:00:00 GMT A group of Norfolk fundraisers have finished an epic 450-mile walk across the country to raise funds for homelessness charity Emmaus Norfolk and Waveney, with a royal seal of approval. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695890/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Helen_is_new_East_Anglia_Methodist_chair.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695890/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Helen_is_new_East_Anglia_Methodist_chair.aspx Thu, 17 Oct 2024 07:00:00 GMT The Methodist Church in the region has appointed a new senior leader who has a passion for caring for clergy, trying new ways to grow the church and addressing injustice. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699201/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_are_finalists_for_awards.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/699201/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_are_finalists_for_awards.aspx Wed, 16 Oct 2024 17:00:00 GMT Churches in the coastal town of Gorleston and the rural village of Larling have been shortlisted for recognition as part of the National Church Awards 2024. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698654/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_s_treasures_are_for_sharing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698654/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_s_treasures_are_for_sharing.aspx Tue, 15 Oct 2024 23:00:00 GMT Catherine Ayre encourages us to appreciate the mysteries God has revealed to us, and to make sure we share those gems with others we meet. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/524227/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/The_House_of_Genesis_is_looking_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/524227/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/The_House_of_Genesis_is_looking_for.aspx Tue, 15 Oct 2024 09:00:00 GMT The House of Genesis is a Christian charity based in Norwich, which provides supported accommodation to homeless men, many of whom are ex-offenders. It is looking for new trustees to join the team. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698710/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_Friends_International_marks_25_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698710/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norwich_Friends_International_marks_25_years.aspx Thu, 10 Oct 2024 17:00:00 GMT The Norwich branch of Friends International is holding an event to celebrate its work with international students over a quarter of a century. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698707/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_meeting_date_for_November.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698707/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_meeting_date_for_November.aspx Thu, 10 Oct 2024 14:15:00 GMT Sign up now for the next Connect Norwich lunch, to be held at Soul Church on November 6 By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698700/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Plea_to_support_Street_Childs_work_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698700/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Plea_to_support_Street_Childs_work_with.aspx Thu, 10 Oct 2024 11:00:00 GMT International children’s charity Street Child is asking churches and individual to support its work with young girls in Nigeria with the chance for their donations to be doubled for one week only. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698645/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/First_Festival_of_the_Sea_at_Yarmouth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698645/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/First_Festival_of_the_Sea_at_Yarmouth.aspx Wed, 09 Oct 2024 19:00:00 GMT The Minster introduced a Festival of the Sea to Great Yarmouth, complete with Antarctic hut, crocheted fish, and sea shanties. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698610/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Its_all_change_at_Eckling_Grange_Care.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698610/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Its_all_change_at_Eckling_Grange_Care.aspx Wed, 09 Oct 2024 13:00:00 GMT After over sixteen years of devoted service Stewart Barber recently retired as General Manager of Eckling Grange Christian Care Home, and new manager Steve Edmunds has been welcomed to his new role. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698605/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_the_cross_was_necessary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698605/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_the_cross_was_necessary.aspx Tue, 08 Oct 2024 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor James Knight explains why he believes Christ needed to atone for our sins as well as just forgive them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698386/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_on_Norwich_church_roof_causes_alarm.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698386/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_on_Norwich_church_roof_causes_alarm.aspx Mon, 07 Oct 2024 20:00:00 GMT ​The Bishop of Norwich, Rt Rev Graham Usher, caused a little alarm when he was spotted on the roof of St Peter Mancroft Church in Norwich on Sunday, where he was inspecting 48 solar panels which have been recently installed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Latest_Norfolk_and_Waveney_ecumenical_update_is.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Latest_Norfolk_and_Waveney_ecumenical_update_is.aspx Sun, 06 Oct 2024 23:00:00 GMT The fifth issue of the ecumenical update for Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney (NWCT) has been published online http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698261/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_makes_free_electronic_organ_offer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698261/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_makes_free_electronic_organ_offer.aspx Sun, 06 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT A South Norfolk church has an electronic organ that it wants to give away for free to another church or good home. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698283/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Vandalism_to_Winterton_church_roof_to_be.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698283/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Vandalism_to_Winterton_church_roof_to_be.aspx Sat, 05 Oct 2024 16:00:00 GMT Repairs to a church's roof in a coastal Norfolk village are set to take place in the coming weeks after "distressing" vandalism damaged it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698269/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_recognised_as_a_place_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698269/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_recognised_as_a_place_of.aspx Fri, 04 Oct 2024 23:00:00 GMT Chapel Field Road Methodist Church has been recognised as a place of sanctuary with the award of Church of Sanctuary status by the City of Sanctuary movement in Britain. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698260/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_to_stage_free_Jesus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698260/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_to_stage_free_Jesus.aspx Fri, 04 Oct 2024 15:00:00 GMT A South Norfolk church is staging a free musical which follows the life of Jesus, and the impact he had on those he met, and explores the continuing influence of Jesus until the present day. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698252/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bishop_of_Norwich_reflects_on_year_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698252/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bishop_of_Norwich_reflects_on_year_of.aspx Thu, 03 Oct 2024 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich the Rt Rev Graham Usher reflects on an unimaginable year of horror in the Middle East and urges us all to reject division in our communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697943/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Diss_Salvation_Army_centre_re_opening_celebrated.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697943/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Diss_Salvation_Army_centre_re_opening_celebrated.aspx Thu, 03 Oct 2024 11:00:00 GMT Celebrations took place in Diss earlier this month after a three-month refurbishment of The Salvation Army community centre in the South Norfolk town was completed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698077/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_website_marks_20_years_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698077/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_website_marks_20_years_of.aspx Thu, 03 Oct 2024 10:00:00 GMT Network Norfolk is set to mark a remarkable 20 years of serving the local Christian community over the next 12 months, and has a number of initiatives planned to celebrate including free media training events and a Norfolk Christian Communications Awards http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Prayers_urged_for_Overstrand_church_knife_man.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Prayers_urged_for_Overstrand_church_knife_man.aspx Wed, 02 Oct 2024 23:00:00 GMT The rector at the church where an armed man locked himself inside has praised police for safely bringing to an end a 25-hour siege, and has said the man was in her prayers, as he remains in custody. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698104/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_love_that_requires_you_to_trust.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698104/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_love_that_requires_you_to_trust.aspx Tue, 01 Oct 2024 23:00:00 GMT In her August column, Ruth Lilley reminded us that we needed to protect those we love. Today she urges us to also show them the kind of trust that we have in God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698091/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_prays_for_Norwich_Foodbank_to_not.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/698091/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_prays_for_Norwich_Foodbank_to_not.aspx Tue, 01 Oct 2024 11:00:00 GMT Norwich Foodbank should not exist was the prayer of the Bishop of Norwich as he paid a visit to the charity’s food and packing warehouse on Henderson Business Park in the city earlier today. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697979/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Come_to_Dereham_church_s_money_coaching.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697979/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Come_to_Dereham_church_s_money_coaching.aspx Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:00:00 GMT Dereham Baptist Church will again be partnering with debt help charity Christians Against Poverty (CAP) to run a free Money Coaching course later this month to help people manage their finances. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697743/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Hear_Gavin_Calver_speak_at_Sheringham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697743/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Hear_Gavin_Calver_speak_at_Sheringham_church.aspx Sun, 29 Sep 2024 23:00:00 GMT Gavin Calver, CEO of the Evangelical Alliance, will be speaking at Lighthouse Community Church next month, and tickets for the event are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697656/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Come_and_sing_sacred_anthems_in_Sheringham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697656/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Come_and_sing_sacred_anthems_in_Sheringham.aspx Fri, 27 Sep 2024 11:00:00 GMT The Sheringham and Cromer Choral Society’s popular annual Come and Sing event will be held on Saturday 19 October, and singers of all ages and abilities are welcome. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697549/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Trio_licensed_as_lay_ministers_for_Diocese.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697549/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Trio_licensed_as_lay_ministers_for_Diocese.aspx Fri, 27 Sep 2024 08:00:00 GMT ​Three people have been licensed as Lay Ministers to serve in the Diocese of Norwich by the Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham Usher, with two others being welcomed into the Diocese. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697571/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Broadland_children_visit_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697571/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Broadland_children_visit_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Thu, 26 Sep 2024 16:00:00 GMT The benefice of St Benedict's Sunday Club enjoyed a day trip to Norwich Anglican Cathedral. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697562/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Revival_nights_set_to_restart_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697562/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Revival_nights_set_to_restart_in_Norwich.aspx Thu, 26 Sep 2024 11:00:00 GMT A series of monthly Revival Nights are set to restart at St Stephen’s Church in Norwich from this Saturday, September 28, organised by JJ Waters from The Send UK and Ireland core team. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697538/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Kings_coffee_shop_nurtures_Norwich_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697538/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Kings_coffee_shop_nurtures_Norwich_community.aspx Thu, 26 Sep 2024 08:00:00 GMT The King's Coffee Shop reopened its doors following a summer-long refurbishment. The aim behind giving the beloved shop-front of the King's Community Church a refresh was to create a reimagined, welcoming space that continues to serve the community. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697533/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_beach_outreach_for_Cromer_youth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697533/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_beach_outreach_for_Cromer_youth.aspx Wed, 25 Sep 2024 23:00:00 GMT Headlight is a new youth group which meets on Cromer beach, and anyone between 11 and 16 years is welcome to come along and join the fun. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697496/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bringing_treasures_into_the_storehouse.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697496/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bringing_treasures_into_the_storehouse.aspx Tue, 24 Sep 2024 23:00:00 GMT Inspired by the story of the widow’s penny in Mark’s gospel, Ian Boughton wonders about the impact of his own humble donations to charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_s_workshop_open_for_repairs.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_s_workshop_open_for_repairs.aspx Mon, 23 Sep 2024 23:00:00 GMT Sheringham Shed, which is run by the town’s Lighthouse Community Church, is opening its doors as a Repair Shop, and anyone with a piece of furniture or household item that’s in need of repair can bring it along. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_launches_racial_justice_toolkit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_launches_racial_justice_toolkit.aspx Sun, 22 Sep 2024 23:00:00 GMT The Church of England in Norfolk and Waveney has launched a new racial justice toolkit to support 550 parishes across the Diocese of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697248/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Victims_and_heroes_of_Norfolk_rail_tragedy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697248/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Victims_and_heroes_of_Norfolk_rail_tragedy.aspx Thu, 19 Sep 2024 23:00:00 GMT Exactly 150 years ago 26 people died in a railway disaster near Norwich and last weekend descendants of the dead, and of survivors and rescuers, were at a special service in Thorpe St Andrew where the Bishop of Norwich dedicated a memorial plaque. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697219/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/New_church_planting_venture_in_South_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697219/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/New_church_planting_venture_in_South_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 19 Sep 2024 11:00:00 GMT A new church planting venture by the English Reformed Church, in the former Methodist Church in Attleborough, is due to hold its first meeting on September 29. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/School_of_Joy_founding_priest_visits_North.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/School_of_Joy_founding_priest_visits_North.aspx Thu, 19 Sep 2024 09:00:00 GMT The founder of a school near Bethlehem for special needs children has been staying in North Norfolk, and his visit has raised much-needed funds for the school. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Leaders_hear_about_The_Matthew_Projects_success.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Leaders_hear_about_The_Matthew_Projects_success.aspx Wed, 18 Sep 2024 16:00:00 GMT Connect Norwich gathered at The Matthew Project's centre in Norwich, and heard about the difference the charity has been making to the lives of those affected by addiction and their families. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_church_justice_forum_challenge_issued.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_church_justice_forum_challenge_issued.aspx Wed, 18 Sep 2024 10:00:00 GMT Those attending the Faith, Peace and Justice Forum hosted in St Catherine’s Church in Mile Cross Norwich on September 14 came away challenged and inspired to take a message back to their churches of the need to prioritise issues of social justice. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697068/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_kindness_that_flows_from_a_generous.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697068/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_kindness_that_flows_from_a_generous.aspx Tue, 17 Sep 2024 23:00:00 GMT Kindness is one of the Fruits of the Spirit, and Jane Walters reminds us of the joy that can be released when we are kind to each other. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697051/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_marks_anniversary_of_new_Norwich_hospice.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/697051/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_marks_anniversary_of_new_Norwich_hospice.aspx Tue, 17 Sep 2024 16:20:00 GMT The first anniversary of the opening of the new Priscilla Bacon Lodge near Norwich has been marked by patients and their families, staff and volunteers, including the hospice chaplain and the Bishop of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696864/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Come_to_Bible_origins_teaching_day_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696864/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Come_to_Bible_origins_teaching_day_in.aspx Mon, 16 Sep 2024 10:00:00 GMT “From scroll to best-selling paperback – how we got our Bible” is the subject of a teaching day at All Saints' Church in Mattishall next month, and there is no charge to attend. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696861/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Visit_Wighton_chapel_anniversary_exhibition.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696861/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Visit_Wighton_chapel_anniversary_exhibition.aspx Sun, 15 Sep 2024 23:00:00 GMT The Methodist Chapel in Wighton, near Wells, is 150 years old, and all are welcome to a special service later this month to mark the anniversary of the first service at the chapel in 1874. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696768/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Legacy_funds_new_way_in_for_Dereham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696768/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Legacy_funds_new_way_in_for_Dereham.aspx Thu, 12 Sep 2024 23:00:00 GMT The generosity of a mystery benefactor, who named Dereham Baptist Church in his will 20 years ago, has helped it create a new entrance into the church from the town. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696748/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Walking_invite_for_Norfolk_Christian_men.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696748/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Walking_invite_for_Norfolk_Christian_men.aspx Thu, 12 Sep 2024 11:00:00 GMT Christian men living in Norfolk are being invited to join with men from various local churches for a walk, conversation and refreshments on Saturday mornings near Norwich by the Caleb group. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696684/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_issues_new_larger_venue_plea.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696684/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_issues_new_larger_venue_plea.aspx Thu, 12 Sep 2024 08:00:00 GMT A Norwich church is asking people not to come to it, because it has run out of room for services at its current venue, while asking the local Christian community if they know of anywhere larger where they could meet. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696667/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_homeless_drop_in_centre_marks_25.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696667/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_homeless_drop_in_centre_marks_25.aspx Wed, 11 Sep 2024 14:00:00 GMT If anyone has slept rough in Norwich in the last 25 years it is very likely that they will have benefited from the Salvation Army run ‘Arc’, which is celebrating its anniversary this week. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696645/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_to_join_major_pilgrimage_network.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696645/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_to_join_major_pilgrimage_network.aspx Wed, 11 Sep 2024 13:00:00 GMT Norfolk is to become the first UK member of the ancient pilgrimage route of St Olav, a trail that celebrates the first Christian King and Patron Saint of Norway. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Olympic_harmony_should_unite_and_encourage_us.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Olympic_harmony_should_unite_and_encourage_us.aspx Tue, 10 Sep 2024 23:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant has been enjoying the Olympics and Paralympics, and has been particularly inspired by the displays of unity and harmony as well as competition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696584/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Re_launched_church_welcomes_all_in_North.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696584/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Re_launched_church_welcomes_all_in_North.aspx Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:00:00 GMT Grace Church North Norfolk has recently opened in East Runton, formed from the membership of the former Cromer Baptist Church, and all are welcome to join the services. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696536/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/The_Matthew_Project_celebrates_40_years_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696536/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/The_Matthew_Project_celebrates_40_years_of.aspx Mon, 09 Sep 2024 18:05:00 GMT Norfolk-based drugs, alcohol and mental health recovery charity the Matthew Project is celebrating its 40th anniversary this September, and it has created a ‘40 Stories’ exhibition to showcase the real stories behind four decades of life-changing work. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Family_fun_with_John_Hardwick_at_N.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Family_fun_with_John_Hardwick_at_N.aspx Sun, 08 Sep 2024 23:00:00 GMT Christian entertainer John Hardwick, along with Cheeky Charlie the monkey, will be appearing at Swanton Abbott Community Chapel later this month, and this family event is free to attend. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696451/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Norfolk_call_for_fight_against_Modern_Slavery.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696451/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Norfolk_call_for_fight_against_Modern_Slavery.aspx Sat, 07 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT The disgracefully overlooked crime of Modern Slavery, including in the UK, must be fought with both action and awareness, says Norfolk-based anti-slavery campaigner, Mark Little MBE, founder and Chairman of the Rotary Action Group Against Slavery. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/East_Anglian_families_conquer_mountain_for_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/East_Anglian_families_conquer_mountain_for_charity.aspx Fri, 06 Sep 2024 12:30:00 GMT Two young families, from St Benet’s Minster in Beccles, battled heavy rain and wind during their ascent to the top of the highest mountain in the British Isles, in order to raise 1,800 for a charity helping suffering Christians. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Cromer_churches_host_domestic_abuse_campaign.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Cromer_churches_host_domestic_abuse_campaign.aspx Thu, 05 Sep 2024 08:00:00 GMT 'Souls of our Shoes' – a Mothers' Union exhibition raising awareness of domestic abuse - will be in Cromer Parish Church and St Martin's Church over the next two weeks, and all are invited to come and find out more about this important issue. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696252/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_church_foodbank_opens_warehouse.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696252/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_church_foodbank_opens_warehouse.aspx Wed, 04 Sep 2024 11:10:00 GMT A foodbank with centres in Great Yarmouth and Gorleston has officially marked the opening of its new warehouse in order to help it continue meet the need for emergency food support across the borough. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696236/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_are_tattooed_on_God_s_hand.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696236/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_are_tattooed_on_God_s_hand.aspx Wed, 04 Sep 2024 09:00:00 GMT Rev Jerry Otieno reminds us that God will never forget us, and that He tells us that our names are engraved on the palms of His hands. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696062/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_head_gardener_for_Norwich_hidden_gem.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696062/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_head_gardener_for_Norwich_hidden_gem.aspx Tue, 03 Sep 2024 06:00:00 GMT Meet Tom Halliburton, the new head gardener looking after Norwich’s oldest private garden. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696013/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Record_crowds_at_Sheringham_BeachLife_outreach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/696013/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Record_crowds_at_Sheringham_BeachLife_outreach.aspx Sun, 01 Sep 2024 23:00:00 GMT Four days of fun, games, and discovering Jesus on Sheringham clifftops and beach have now ended, as this year's BeachLife has attracted record numbers of children and young people. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695970/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_Christian_pioneer_Peter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695970/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_Christian_pioneer_Peter.aspx Thu, 29 Aug 2024 23:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to former Norwich police superintendent, Christian youthwork champion, tireless social action organizer and Good News newspaper pioneer Peter Barnes, who has died at the age of 85. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695956/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Christian_National_Trust_climate_protest.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695956/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Christian_National_Trust_climate_protest.aspx Thu, 29 Aug 2024 23:00:00 GMT A pair of Norfolk Christian climate activists have been staging a cycling protest to try to convince the National Trust to change its banking partner. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695196/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_light_that_shines_through_the_darkness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695196/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_light_that_shines_through_the_darkness.aspx Tue, 27 Aug 2024 23:00:00 GMT James Knight explores the link between light and truth, and helps us understand why Jesus is the Light of the World. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_video_and_team_for_Norfolk_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_video_and_team_for_Norfolk_Christian.aspx Mon, 26 Aug 2024 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League has launched a new video, welcomed a new welfare officer and is looking for others to get involved in different roles. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695238/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_homeless_charity_walk_across_country.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695238/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_homeless_charity_walk_across_country.aspx Fri, 23 Aug 2024 23:00:00 GMT Four former homeless people from Norfolk will begin a 450-mile trek from St David’s in west Wales to their home in Ditchingham on August 26 to raise cash for homeless charity Emmaus Norfolk and Waveney. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Stuart_tells_story_from_hippy_to_heaven.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Stuart_tells_story_from_hippy_to_heaven.aspx Fri, 23 Aug 2024 10:00:00 GMT The story of deliverance of a young Jewish boy from a drug-induced hippy lifestyle to finding his Messiah in South Africa, was told at the dinner of the Norwich FGB branch on September 12. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695242/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Texas_singers_to_lead_Dereham_worship_event.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695242/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Texas_singers_to_lead_Dereham_worship_event.aspx Thu, 22 Aug 2024 23:00:00 GMT St Nicholas Church in Dereham, together with house church network The Garden, will host a free worship night next week with Joel and Elyssa from a church in Dallas. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695226/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_Norfolk_Christian_football_season_to_kick.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695226/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_Norfolk_Christian_football_season_to_kick.aspx Thu, 22 Aug 2024 11:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League season kicks off its new season on Saturday September 7 with growing men’s and youth leagues, renewed knock-out cups and its first-ever entries in the County Junior Cup. Chairman Tom Horsfall reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695147/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_Church_announces_final_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695147/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_Church_announces_final_service.aspx Thu, 22 Aug 2024 10:00:00 GMT After over 30 years in its current form, Christchurch Methodist/URC in Great Yarmouth will be closing as a congregation. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694617/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/An_integrated_approach_to_Ecumenism.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694617/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/An_integrated_approach_to_Ecumenism.aspx Wed, 21 Aug 2024 14:15:00 GMT An integrated approach to ecumenism: a reflection by Dr Ian Watson, County Ecumenical Officer http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695135/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Passing_on_the_love_that_protects.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/695135/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Passing_on_the_love_that_protects.aspx Tue, 20 Aug 2024 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Ruth Lilley has been reading a much-loved bible passage, and takes a fresh look at what one of the sentences might mean to us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694942/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_gospel_choir_invite_new_members.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694942/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_gospel_choir_invite_new_members.aspx Tue, 20 Aug 2024 13:35:00 GMT As they start a new term, The Happy Day Gospel Choir welcomes you to join them or host a concert. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634085/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/England_cap_for_women_s_football_pioneer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634085/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/England_cap_for_women_s_football_pioneer.aspx Mon, 19 Aug 2024 14:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian Maureen Martin has lifted the WFA cup at Carrow Road, established the first women’s team in Norwich and travelled the world playing for England. She has finally received her England cap as player number 48. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Church_Profile_Swanton_Abbott_Community_Chapel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Church_Profile_Swanton_Abbott_Community_Chapel.aspx Thu, 15 Aug 2024 23:00:00 GMT Continuing our series of features which highlights churches from across our county, we feature a small rural chapel this time which is having an impact on its local community. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694635/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Forum_presents_call_to_action_for_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694635/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Forum_presents_call_to_action_for_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 14 Aug 2024 23:00:00 GMT St Catherine’s Church, Mile Cross, Norwich is set to host a Faith, Peace and Justice Forum on Saturday September 14 with inspiring talks and discussion on the key social issues of our time. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_hymn_writer_and_former_Bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_hymn_writer_and_former_Bishop.aspx Wed, 14 Aug 2024 15:00:00 GMT Prolific hymn writer and former Bishop of Thetford, the Rt Rev Timothy Dudley-Smith, has died at the age of 97. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694650/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Not_enough_hours_in_the_day.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694650/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Not_enough_hours_in_the_day.aspx Tue, 13 Aug 2024 23:00:00 GMT Jane Walters reminds us that the time we have at our disposal is a gift from God, and she urges us to use it wisely. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599890/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Norwich_saxophonists_Jazz_Ensemble_opportunity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599890/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Norwich_saxophonists_Jazz_Ensemble_opportunity.aspx Tue, 13 Aug 2024 22:00:00 GMT David Fitzgerald has many years of experience as an international musician, teacher and director of ensembles. He has added a Jazz Ensemble to his range of learning opportunities for the people of Norfolk – called JazzWorld http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694615/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_meeting_date_for_September.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694615/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_meeting_date_for_September.aspx Tue, 13 Aug 2024 10:30:00 GMT Sign up now for the next Connect Norwich lunch, to be held at the Matthew Project on September 11 with a chance to hear from Rachel Chapman, CEO. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694602/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Aylsham_Church_to_host_Gilbert_and_Sullivan.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694602/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Aylsham_Church_to_host_Gilbert_and_Sullivan.aspx Mon, 12 Aug 2024 23:00:00 GMT The Wandering Minstrels will present “The World of Gilbert and Sullivan” in St. Michael and All Angels Church in Aylsham next month, and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694517/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Chance_to_support_YMCA_Norfolk_in_national.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694517/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Chance_to_support_YMCA_Norfolk_in_national.aspx Sun, 11 Aug 2024 07:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has been nominated for its projects, individuals and the whole organisation in the national Youth Matters Awards and are asking for your support to help them to make the finals. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694523/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tribute_to_lifelong_teacher_and_Windmill_minister.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694523/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tribute_to_lifelong_teacher_and_Windmill_minister.aspx Sat, 10 Aug 2024 18:00:00 GMT The death is announced of Patricia Gillett wife of Peter. Tricia died in James Paget Hospital on July 30 following a short illness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_gets_630k_funding_boost.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_gets_630k_funding_boost.aspx Sat, 10 Aug 2024 07:00:00 GMT A South Norfolk church has received over 630,000 from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to deliver community engagement activities and enable work to take it off the Historic England At Risk Register. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Church_partnership_relaunch_Gorleston_Magazine.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Church_partnership_relaunch_Gorleston_Magazine.aspx Fri, 09 Aug 2024 18:00:00 GMT Three churches in Gorleston have relaunched the popular Gorleston Community Magazine this month having set up a social enterprise together. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_Graham_s_busy_Norfolk_summer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_Graham_s_busy_Norfolk_summer.aspx Fri, 09 Aug 2024 09:00:00 GMT Donkeys, bees, new priests, ancient paths, confirmations and candyfloss featured in the Bishop of Norwich’s work across his diocese this summer. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694390/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_walking_for_revival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694390/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_walking_for_revival.aspx Thu, 08 Aug 2024 09:00:00 GMT People from Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham have just completed their third revival prayer walk, walking from Norwich to Cromer, and praying for the communities they passed through. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694343/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Thanking_God_for_the_joys_and_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694343/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Thanking_God_for_the_joys_and_the.aspx Tue, 06 Aug 2024 23:00:00 GMT Jane Waters suggests that there is always something to thank God for, even in challenging times. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694334/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Bradwell_group_create_embroidered_prayer_fish.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694334/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Bradwell_group_create_embroidered_prayer_fish.aspx Tue, 06 Aug 2024 16:00:00 GMT An embroidery group at St Nicholas Church has created an installation of hundreds of prayer-carrying fish. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694158/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Norwich_GP_mayor_and_churchman.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694158/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Norwich_GP_mayor_and_churchman.aspx Sat, 03 Aug 2024 08:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to churchman Dr Peter English, a GP and former Lord Mayor of Norwich, and chairman of Mission England in East Anglia, who has died at the age of 95. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668819/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Twenty_years_of_Christian_youth_festival_Newday.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668819/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Twenty_years_of_Christian_youth_festival_Newday.aspx Fri, 02 Aug 2024 17:00:00 GMT 9,000 people descended on the Norfolk Showground to attend Newday, a Christian youth festival featuring teaching, worship, fun and games that has been running for twenty years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694073/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Great_Ryburgh_church_cutting_the_grass_again.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694073/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Great_Ryburgh_church_cutting_the_grass_again.aspx Thu, 01 Aug 2024 09:00:00 GMT St. Andrew’s at Great Ryburgh, near Fakenham, has received funding for a new lawnmower to enable them to continue to maintain their green space for the benefit of local people. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694056/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Striking_post_war_Norwich_church_is_set.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/694056/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Striking_post_war_Norwich_church_is_set.aspx Thu, 01 Aug 2024 07:00:00 GMT Trinity United Reformed Church in Norwich is set to close its doors for the final time on September 22, due to a falling congregation and the retirement of its minister, but church leaders hope it may become a new place of worship in the future. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693928/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Great_Yarmouth_Minster_heading_for_net_zero.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693928/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Great_Yarmouth_Minster_heading_for_net_zero.aspx Wed, 31 Jul 2024 10:00:00 GMT St Nicholas Church in Great Yarmouth has been selected to become one of just over a hundred Church of England net zero demonstrator churches. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693920/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Thank_you_very_much_vicar.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693920/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Thank_you_very_much_vicar.aspx Wed, 31 Jul 2024 07:00:00 GMT Ian Boughton recognises the pressures faced by our clergy, and suggests that being more courteous to them might provide some moral support. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693903/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Young_East_Anglia_pilgrims_finish_joyous_Camino.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693903/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Young_East_Anglia_pilgrims_finish_joyous_Camino.aspx Tue, 30 Jul 2024 11:00:00 GMT A challenging but rewarding Diocese of East Anglia youth Camino following the Way of St James to Santiago de Compostela in NW Spain ended joyously on Sunday July 28. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693867/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Christian_quest_house_pressing_on_after.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693867/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Christian_quest_house_pressing_on_after.aspx Tue, 30 Jul 2024 06:00:00 GMT In 2023, Quiet Waters Christian Retreat House in Bungay celebrated 50 years and they are now looking forward to a new era in the life of the house. Peter Bending reports. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693593/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_BeachLife_family_outreach_returns.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693593/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_BeachLife_family_outreach_returns.aspx Wed, 24 Jul 2024 09:00:00 GMT Plans are being finalized for this years BeachLife activity week on Sheringham clifftops and beach at the end of August, and the week promises to be enormous fun for the whole family. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693592/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_it_s_time_for_a_leap.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693592/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_it_s_time_for_a_leap.aspx Tue, 23 Jul 2024 23:00:00 GMT Rev Ron Skivington urges us not to hold back from taking bold actions if we believe they are God’s will. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693546/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Bishop_to_arrive_on_wherry_at_St.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693546/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Bishop_to_arrive_on_wherry_at_St.aspx Tue, 23 Jul 2024 13:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich will arrive by wherry to lead an open-air service in the riverside ruins of St Benet’s Abbey, to which all are welcome. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693450/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Ring_the_bells_in_Upper_Sheringham_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693450/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Ring_the_bells_in_Upper_Sheringham_Church.aspx Mon, 22 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT All are invited to come and ring the church bells at All Saints Church in Upper Sheringham at their Bell Tower Open Day in September. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_cathedral_server_honoured_after_30_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_cathedral_server_honoured_after_30_years.aspx Sun, 21 Jul 2024 09:00:00 GMT Veteran St John the Baptist Cathedral altar server Geoffrey Sword was presented with a Diocesan Medal on Sunday (July 14) by Bishop Peter Collins to mark over 30 years of service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/East_Anglia_Bishop_celebrates_40_years_as.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/East_Anglia_Bishop_celebrates_40_years_as.aspx Sat, 20 Jul 2024 16:00:00 GMT The Catholic Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Peter Collins, marked the 40th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood on Sunday July 14, by celebrating Mass in St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich in front of a large congregation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/People_can_be_recycled_too.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/People_can_be_recycled_too.aspx Sat, 20 Jul 2024 06:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian - and previous Network Norfolk content editor - Andy Latham has developed an initiative to bring the message of Jesus to the auto recycling industry in which he has worked for many years. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_community_helps_safeguard_creation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_community_helps_safeguard_creation.aspx Fri, 19 Jul 2024 11:00:00 GMT Eco Church enthusiast Peter Nicholls, a recent churchwarden at All Saints Church, Hethel, is involved with an innovative co-housing “intentional community” project in Norwich called Angel Yard. Here he explains the thinking behind it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Quakers_join_peace_vigil_at_Lakenheath.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Quakers_join_peace_vigil_at_Lakenheath.aspx Fri, 19 Jul 2024 11:00:00 GMT Norwich Quakers have joined other peace campaigners from the Lakenheath Alliance for Peace (LAP) in a three-day walk and cycle from Norwich to establish an international peace camp at the US-controlled RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693390/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_to_host_RNLI_support_concert.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693390/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_to_host_RNLI_support_concert.aspx Thu, 18 Jul 2024 23:00:00 GMT All are invited to a free charity brass band concert next month at St Peter’s Church in Sheringham to help raise funds for Sheringham RNLI, and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Eco_angels_trail_around_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Eco_angels_trail_around_Norfolk_churches.aspx Thu, 18 Jul 2024 13:00:00 GMT The King, a Norfolk fungi expert, Greta Thunberg and a womble are all starring in a trail of ‘eco-angels’ linking ten churches in North and mid-Norfolk this summer. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693341/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/YMCA_Norfolk_encourage_Christians_to_get_involved.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693341/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/YMCA_Norfolk_encourage_Christians_to_get_involved.aspx Thu, 18 Jul 2024 10:00:00 GMT When Connect Norwich met at the YMCA community hub in Norwich this month, they were encouraged to consider the ways in which their churches could be part of the lives of young people. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_cathedral_joins_science_and_faith_programme.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_cathedral_joins_science_and_faith_programme.aspx Wed, 17 Jul 2024 23:00:00 GMT St John the Baptist Catholic Cathedral in Norwich is one of seven churches across England and Wales to share funding of 70,000 to explore the relationship between science and faith through the church engagement programme, Scientists in Congregations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693271/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Rollercoaster_ride_for_Yarmouth_parish_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693271/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Rollercoaster_ride_for_Yarmouth_parish_charity.aspx Wed, 17 Jul 2024 15:00:00 GMT A volunteer from the Pathway Café in Great Yarmouth spent the day riding on a rollercoaster to raise money for the charity. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693222/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Stalham_Baptist_Church_opens_Memories_Cafe.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693222/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Stalham_Baptist_Church_opens_Memories_Cafe.aspx Wed, 17 Jul 2024 11:00:00 GMT The Baptist church in Stalham has launched a new cafe for people with memory loss and their carers. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693217/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Do_you_desire_the_truth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693217/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Do_you_desire_the_truth.aspx Tue, 16 Jul 2024 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor James Knight argues that we should yearn for what is true, as well as just believing it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_toddler_group_gives_Gospel_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_toddler_group_gives_Gospel_hope.aspx Mon, 15 Jul 2024 23:00:00 GMT For the past three years, the Little Lambs toddler group run by Wellspring Family Centre in Dereham has grown into an effective way to care for the community surrounding the church. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/_God_helped_me_climb_Mount_Snowden.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/_God_helped_me_climb_Mount_Snowden.aspx Sun, 14 Jul 2024 23:00:00 GMT Lyn Milns had an ambition to climb to the top of Mount Snowden in North Wales before she reached 75 and, with God’s help, achieved that ambition with days to spare. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693026/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/New_Convenor_for_Churches_Together_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693026/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/New_Convenor_for_Churches_Together_in_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 12 Jul 2024 15:35:00 GMT Liz Hoffbauer from the Society of Friends (Quakers) takes on the role of NWCT Convenor from Rev Canon Dr Julian Pursehouse (Methodist) http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693089/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Summer_outreach_for_Norwich_students.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693089/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Summer_outreach_for_Norwich_students.aspx Fri, 12 Jul 2024 13:45:00 GMT Friends International Norwich will be offering a series of events for international students in August as part of their summer outreach By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693054/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Walsham_church_choir_grant_boost.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693054/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Walsham_church_choir_grant_boost.aspx Thu, 11 Jul 2024 23:00:00 GMT An imaginative partnership with a London church will bring an exciting development in the choral work of St Nicholas church in North Walsham. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yare_Valley_Churches_see_ongoing_need_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yare_Valley_Churches_see_ongoing_need_at.aspx Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:20:00 GMT A community pantry set up as a trial by the Yare Valley Churches in 2023 continues to see a need for their provision, with demand outstripping supply. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693018/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/A_Night_at_the_Opera_at_Sheringham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/693018/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/A_Night_at_the_Opera_at_Sheringham.aspx Wed, 10 Jul 2024 23:00:00 GMT Sheringham and Cromer Choral Society will return to St Peter’s in Sheringham later this month for a programme based on the world of opera, and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692960/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_launches_music_group_for_fathers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692960/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_launches_music_group_for_fathers.aspx Wed, 10 Jul 2024 11:00:00 GMT A new music group for fathers in a Norwich church is helping them talk about "sleepless nights" and how they are coping, its organiser has said. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692775/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Should_we_be_more_curious.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692775/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Should_we_be_more_curious.aspx Wed, 10 Jul 2024 09:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Ruth Lilley encourages us to have a spirit of curiosity, rather than just rely on assumptions about people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Earth_Day_at_Marsham_Parish_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Earth_Day_at_Marsham_Parish_Church.aspx Mon, 08 Jul 2024 23:00:00 GMT Come and discover what ‘living lightly on the earth’ might mean for you at Marsham Church this Saturday. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_church_re_opens_after_restoration.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_church_re_opens_after_restoration.aspx Mon, 08 Jul 2024 09:00:00 GMT A small village church, which had been closed and deteriorating for several years, has re-opened after a restoration project described as “a story of resurrection and faith” By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692635/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_leads_national_Net_Zero_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692635/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_leads_national_Net_Zero_project.aspx Sat, 06 Jul 2024 07:00:00 GMT A pioneering historic Norwich church has been given funding for net zero projects which others can learn from as part of a new project from the Church of England. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692502/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Youth_football_opportunity_for_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692502/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Youth_football_opportunity_for_Norfolk_churches.aspx Fri, 05 Jul 2024 09:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football Youth League is looking for new teams to join all age groups and wants to work with churches to facilitate this. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Billy_Graham_in_Norwich_it_all_started.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Billy_Graham_in_Norwich_it_all_started.aspx Fri, 05 Jul 2024 09:00:00 GMT Social worker Jeannie Pleban from Great Yarmouth, worked behind the scenes at the Billy Graham Mission England crusade at Carrow Road in Norwich 40 years ago, and it changed her life and that of her husband Eddie. This is their story. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692482/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_canon_link_between_two_Norwich_cathedrals.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692482/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_canon_link_between_two_Norwich_cathedrals.aspx Thu, 04 Jul 2024 11:00:00 GMT The bond between Norfolk’s two cathedrals has been strengthened as the Dean of the Catholic Cathedral became an ecumenical canon of Norwich Anglican Cathedral on June 30. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692369/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Should_Christian_music_be_meat_and_two.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692369/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Should_Christian_music_be_meat_and_two.aspx Wed, 03 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT Ian Boughton shares his thoughts on Christian music, old and new, and feels that it is not all bright and beautiful! http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692098/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Latest_NWCT_ecumenical_update_is_published.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692098/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Latest_NWCT_ecumenical_update_is_published.aspx Wed, 03 Jul 2024 09:00:00 GMT The fourth issue of the quarterly ecumenical update for Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney (NWCT) has been published online http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Royal_visit_celebrates_Norwich_Cathedral_organ.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Royal_visit_celebrates_Norwich_Cathedral_organ.aspx Tue, 02 Jul 2024 21:00:00 GMT His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh has enjoyed a behind the scenes tour of Norwich Cathedral’s historic pipe organ ahead of a special festival celebrating the return of the magnificent instrument. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692326/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_men_invited_to_Christian_festival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692326/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_men_invited_to_Christian_festival.aspx Tue, 02 Jul 2024 17:00:00 GMT In June each year, men from across the UK flock to Swindon for annual Christian festival The Gathering. Matthew Hodder from Martham near Great Yarmouth attended this year and feels that more Norfolk men should go along. Here he explains why. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692250/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Summer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692250/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Summer.aspx Tue, 02 Jul 2024 11:00:00 GMT The Summer edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692288/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Latitude_Festival_Pastors_prayer_support_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692288/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Latitude_Festival_Pastors_prayer_support_appeal.aspx Tue, 02 Jul 2024 08:00:00 GMT Town Pastors from across Suffolk and Norfolk will be supporting the Latitude music festival once again this year as Festival Pastors and they would like your prayer support. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692259/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_Graham_marks_five_years_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692259/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_Graham_marks_five_years_in_Norwich.aspx Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:00:00 GMT The Rt Rev Graham Usher has just marked five years as the Bishop of Norwich and he takes a look back over those tumultuous years since, including the death of a Queen, a pandemic – and trees planted and people cared for across the diocese. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692248/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Wymondham_church_to_stage_free_family_fun.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692248/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Wymondham_church_to_stage_free_family_fun.aspx Mon, 01 Jul 2024 11:00:00 GMT Hope Community Church in Wymondham is staging a free Family Fun Day on Saturday July 6 from 11am to 4pm with loads of fun and games for all ages. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692244/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Mundesley_church_tackles_food_poverty.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692244/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Mundesley_church_tackles_food_poverty.aspx Mon, 01 Jul 2024 09:00:00 GMT People in Mundesley in North Norfolk are receiving food supplies from Tesco stores thanks to the tireless work of volunteers in the local parish church. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692143/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Good_summer_read_from_prolific_Norfolk_author.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692143/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Good_summer_read_from_prolific_Norfolk_author.aspx Sat, 29 Jun 2024 23:00:00 GMT Prolific Christian author Barrie Lawrence has been at it again, spinning more tales of life in his favourite part of the world – Norfolk of course. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692197/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_warns_of_SEND_funding_crisis.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692197/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_warns_of_SEND_funding_crisis.aspx Fri, 28 Jun 2024 11:00:00 GMT The Norwich Diocesan Board of Education has warned of a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) funding crisis coming in September due to cuts by Norfolk County Council. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691396/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Thanks_for_your_support_for_Network_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691396/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Thanks_for_your_support_for_Network_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 27 Jun 2024 14:30:00 GMT Thank you to all of our readers who have shown their support for Network Norfolk during Indie News Week and the whole of June, and now is the final chance for others to join them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692073/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_churchs_school_prom_outfits.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692073/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_churchs_school_prom_outfits.aspx Thu, 27 Jun 2024 10:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army in Sheringham joined forces with the town’s high school to help students dress to impress at this year’s school prom. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692054/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Petertide_ordinations_set_for_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692054/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Petertide_ordinations_set_for_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Thu, 27 Jun 2024 07:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich will see five people ordained as Deacons and six ordained as Priests over two services in Norwich Cathedral this weekend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/General_Election_2024/YMCA_Norfolk_runs_general_election_workshop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/General_Election_2024/YMCA_Norfolk_runs_general_election_workshop.aspx Wed, 26 Jun 2024 16:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has run workshops to encourage young people to take an interest in the general election and the YMCA nationally has produced its own election manifesto. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692020/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/General_Election_2024/Norwich_Christian_fighting_injustice_in_election_bid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692020/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/General_Election_2024/Norwich_Christian_fighting_injustice_in_election_bid.aspx Wed, 26 Jun 2024 11:00:00 GMT Fighting the "greatest injustice our society is facing” has led Norwich Christian Elizabeth Davey to become a candidate in the Norwich South constituency at the General Election. Here she explains why she is taking a stand. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692021/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Church_heads_out_into_the_Horning_sun.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692021/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Church_heads_out_into_the_Horning_sun.aspx Wed, 26 Jun 2024 10:00:00 GMT St Benedict’s Church welcomed new families to its first ever Church in the Sun event By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692013/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/_Let_them_eat_the_bread_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/692013/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/_Let_them_eat_the_bread_of.aspx Tue, 25 Jun 2024 23:00:00 GMT Jane Walters reminds us that there is a food which will never disappoint. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/General_Election_2024/Gorleston_churchs_poverty_plea_to_candidates.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/General_Election_2024/Gorleston_churchs_poverty_plea_to_candidates.aspx Tue, 25 Jun 2024 19:00:00 GMT St Mary Magdalene lays it all out on the table at hustings, urging politicians to make sure people can always afford the essentials By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691834/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/General_Election_2024/Respectful_debate_at_Mulbarton_election_hustings.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691834/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/General_Election_2024/Respectful_debate_at_Mulbarton_election_hustings.aspx Mon, 24 Jun 2024 22:00:00 GMT A full hall in the village of Mulbarton heard from most of the General Election candidates in the South Norfolk constituency at a civilized hustings event organized by St Mary’s church last night (June 24). http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691818/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Gospel_choir_performing_for_charity_in_Freethorpe.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691818/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Gospel_choir_performing_for_charity_in_Freethorpe.aspx Mon, 24 Jun 2024 16:00:00 GMT The Happy Day Gospel Choir will be performing at Freethorpe Methodist Chapel to raise money for Mercy Ships. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/50_years_of_Anglican_Methodist_sharing_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/50_years_of_Anglican_Methodist_sharing_in.aspx Mon, 24 Jun 2024 11:00:00 GMT The congregation of a West Norfolk church has celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of a sharing arrangement which has seen Anglicans and Methodists worshipping in the same building for the last fifty years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691533/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Top_orchestra_in_Norfolk_for_concert_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691533/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Top_orchestra_in_Norfolk_for_concert_and.aspx Mon, 24 Jun 2024 08:00:00 GMT St Mary’s Church in Attleborough will be welcoming the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment (OAE) on Saturday June 29, as part of the Attleborough Music Project (AMP). http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Billy_Graham_in_Norwich_he_impacted_my.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Billy_Graham_in_Norwich_he_impacted_my.aspx Sat, 22 Jun 2024 11:00:00 GMT Norwich hospital chaplain and Anglican priest Rev Darren Thornton invited Jesus into his life on the pitch at Carrow Road exactly 40 years ago when American evangelist Dr Billy Graham spoke at the stadium during the Mission England crusades. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Billy_Graham_in_Norwich_a_momentous_decision.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Billy_Graham_in_Norwich_a_momentous_decision.aspx Thu, 20 Jun 2024 23:00:00 GMT Norwich mental health nurse Mike Cary made a momentous decision at Carrow Road back in 1984 when American evangelist Dr Billy Graham spoke at the stadium during the Mission England crusades, one which he has never regretted, as he explains. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691386/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Billy_Graham_in_Norwich_my_whole_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691386/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Billy_Graham_in_Norwich_my_whole_life.aspx Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:00:00 GMT Norwich hospital chaplain and Anglican priest Rev Darren Thornton invited Jesus into his life on the pitch at Carrow Road exactly 40 years ago when American evangelist Dr Billy Graham spoke at the stadium during the Mission England crusades. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_voting_should_be_regarded_as_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_voting_should_be_regarded_as_a.aspx Tue, 18 Jun 2024 23:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant explains why it is important to vote in the forthcoming election, and suggests that the act of voting is more than just a cross on the ballot paper. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691331/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Life_of_Norfolk_Police_Chaplain_Richard_is.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691331/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Life_of_Norfolk_Police_Chaplain_Richard_is.aspx Mon, 17 Jun 2024 23:00:00 GMT Over 200 people gathered to celebrate the life of Norfolk Police Chaplain and Methodist lay preacher, Richard Whall on June 14 and hear tributes from the Chief Constable of Norfolk, former YMCA Norfolk CEO, fellow Police chaplains and family members. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691313/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/General_Election_2024/Church_stages_election_hustings_in_South_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691313/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/General_Election_2024/Church_stages_election_hustings_in_South_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 17 Jun 2024 23:00:00 GMT Mulbarton St Mary’s is the latest in a growing list of churches across Norfolk to stage General Election hustings with an event in the South Norfolk constituency on Monday June 24. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691203/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Papal_Nuncio_s_three_day_visit_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691203/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Papal_Nuncio_s_three_day_visit_to.aspx Sat, 15 Jun 2024 08:00:00 GMT The Papal Nuncio to Great Britain has paid a three-day visit to the Diocese of East Anglia this week and has been in Newmarket, Poringland, Norwich, Quidenham, King’s Lynn and Walsingham, meeting priests, pupils and parishioners. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691140/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_Salvation_Army_return_to_Citadel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691140/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_Salvation_Army_return_to_Citadel.aspx Fri, 14 Jun 2024 08:00:00 GMT Great Yarmouth Salvation Army are celebrating being able to return to their building following the completion of repairs. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Cathedral_parishioner_is_new_Lord_Mayor_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Cathedral_parishioner_is_new_Lord_Mayor_of.aspx Thu, 13 Jun 2024 12:50:00 GMT St John’s Catholic Cathedral parishioner and shop supervisor Vivien Thomas has been welcomed in as Lord Mayor of Norwich for the civic year 2024-25. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691092/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/General_Election_2024/Gorleston_church_to_host_election_hustings.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691092/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/General_Election_2024/Gorleston_church_to_host_election_hustings.aspx Thu, 13 Jun 2024 08:00:00 GMT A church in Gorleston is offering its community an opportunity to meet and put questions to the General Election candidates in Great Yarmouth constituency. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690832/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/July_date_for_Connect_Norwich_meeting.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690832/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/July_date_for_Connect_Norwich_meeting.aspx Wed, 12 Jun 2024 17:30:00 GMT Sign up now for the next Connect Norwich lunch for Christian leaders, which will be held at YMCA, Aylsham Road on July 10. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691042/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_the_truth_is_always_the_greatest.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/691042/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_the_truth_is_always_the_greatest.aspx Wed, 12 Jun 2024 09:00:00 GMT It is often claimed that the Gospel is “the greatest story”, and James Knight explains why he finds this to be true. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690559/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Climate_activists_stage_vigil_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690559/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Climate_activists_stage_vigil_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Mon, 10 Jun 2024 23:00:00 GMT Christian climate activists staged a vigil outside Norwich Anglican Cathedral on Saturday June 1, in opposition to the cathedral’s use of Barclays Bank. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690472/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Christian_guesthouse_celebration.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690472/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Christian_guesthouse_celebration.aspx Thu, 06 Jun 2024 23:00:00 GMT Canaan Christian Centre in Sheringham has been providing accommodation for 43 years, and they will be celebrating with a Thanksgiving Day later this month. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690112/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_team_meet_readers_in_Indie.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690112/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_team_meet_readers_in_Indie.aspx Thu, 06 Jun 2024 23:00:00 GMT During Indie News Week, from June 3 to 9, Network Norfolk content editors held drop-in sessions in church cafes across Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690406/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_joy_of_seeing_and_being_seen.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690406/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_joy_of_seeing_and_being_seen.aspx Wed, 05 Jun 2024 09:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Ruth Lilley rejoices that she is seen by God, and urges us to share that encouragement with others. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_Police_Chaplain_Richard.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_Police_Chaplain_Richard.aspx Tue, 04 Jun 2024 07:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to former Norfolk Police Chaplain and Methodist lay preacher, Richard Whall who died on May 11. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690348/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Methodists_get_their_just_desserts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690348/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Methodists_get_their_just_desserts.aspx Mon, 03 Jun 2024 23:00:00 GMT St Andrew’s Methodist Church in Sheringham took an active part in Christian Aid week this year, with a special service at the start, and a desserts event to round off the week. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Gorleston_church_to_host_fourth_summer_festival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Gorleston_church_to_host_fourth_summer_festival.aspx Mon, 03 Jun 2024 16:15:00 GMT St Mary Magdalene Church is gearing up to host its annual Summer on the Mag event for the fourth time. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690275/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_church_celebrates_100_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690275/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_church_celebrates_100_years.aspx Sun, 02 Jun 2024 23:00:00 GMT All Saints Church High Kelling will be celebrating the hundredth anniversary of its first service during the last weekend of June with a series of centenary events and a flower festival. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Show_your_support_during_Indie_News_Week.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Show_your_support_during_Indie_News_Week.aspx Fri, 31 May 2024 23:00:00 GMT As the premier source of independent Christian news in Norwich and Norfolk for the past almost 19 years, Network Norfolk is taking part in the first-ever Indie News Week, with the opportunity for you to show your support for the website throughout June. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690206/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Biking_with_Jesus_in_Swanton_Abbott.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690206/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Biking_with_Jesus_in_Swanton_Abbott.aspx Thu, 30 May 2024 23:00:00 GMT Come and meet members of the Norfolk branch of the Christian Motorcyclists Association on Sunday 30 June in the small rural village of Swanton Abbott. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690005/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/NWCT_agrees_a_new_commitment_to_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690005/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/NWCT_agrees_a_new_commitment_to_Christian.aspx Thu, 30 May 2024 10:00:00 GMT After 33 years of ecumenical effort across the county, the leaders of Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney (NWCT) have agreed a new declaration of commitment for Christian unity http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690101/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Mulbarton_church_team_wants_football_manager.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690101/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Mulbarton_church_team_wants_football_manager.aspx Wed, 29 May 2024 11:00:00 GMT St Mary's Church in Mulbarton is teaming up with the well-established Mulbarton Wanderers Football Club to form an "A" team to play in the Norfolk Christian Football League next season and they are looking for a team manager. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690102/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_village_to_open_gardens_for_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690102/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_village_to_open_gardens_for_church.aspx Tue, 28 May 2024 23:00:00 GMT There will be a splash of colour in Wreningham in mid-June when village gardens open their gates to visitors for the first time in 20 years, following a charity colour run at the village school, to make up a fun-packed community weekend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690087/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Digging_tunnels_for_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690087/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Digging_tunnels_for_God.aspx Tue, 28 May 2024 23:00:00 GMT In a light-hearted column this week, Ian Boughton wonders how he can dissuade his unwanted visitors from carrying out their presumably God-given purpose. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690063/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/General_Election_2024/Send_us_your_Norfolk_General_Election_stories.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690063/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/General_Election_2024/Send_us_your_Norfolk_General_Election_stories.aspx Mon, 27 May 2024 23:00:00 GMT As a General Election is called for July 4, Network Norfolk will be bringing you the latest news and information about the campaign in Norfolk as it affects the Christian community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690035/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/General_Election_2024/Denominations_publish_General_Election_resources.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690035/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/General_Election_2024/Denominations_publish_General_Election_resources.aspx Sun, 26 May 2024 23:00:00 GMT Methodists, Anglicans, URC and Catholics have issued statements and online information and resources about the forthcoming Election. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690002/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_welfare_officer_opportunity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/690002/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_welfare_officer_opportunity.aspx Sun, 26 May 2024 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League is looking to appoint a new Welfare Officer after the retirement of the long-serving Mike Culwick in the role. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689939/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Deaf_Café_launched_at_N_Walsham_Salvation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689939/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Deaf_Café_launched_at_N_Walsham_Salvation.aspx Fri, 24 May 2024 10:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army in North Walsham is hosting a monthly café where members of the hearing and deaf communities can meet together to share their experiences and practise their signing skills. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689581/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Norfolk_churches_set_to_mark_Education_Sunday.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689581/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Norfolk_churches_set_to_mark_Education_Sunday.aspx Thu, 23 May 2024 14:00:00 GMT Education Sunday will be marked by churches across Norfolk and Waveney on September 8. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_families_worker_for_N_Norfolk_Methodists.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_families_worker_for_N_Norfolk_Methodists.aspx Wed, 22 May 2024 23:00:00 GMT Hannah Martin has been appointed as Families and Young People's Lay Worker for the North Norfolk Methodist Circuit, and is already getting involved in projects in the district. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689678/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_Christian_leaders_advised_to_prioritise_rest.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689678/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_Christian_leaders_advised_to_prioritise_rest.aspx Wed, 22 May 2024 08:30:00 GMT Leaders of churches and charities gathered for a time of fellowship at King’s Community Church, including a talk from Toby Skipper on the importance of rest. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689838/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Let_us_celebrate_the_ascension_of_Jesus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689838/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Let_us_celebrate_the_ascension_of_Jesus.aspx Tue, 21 May 2024 23:00:00 GMT Ascension Day this year was on 9 May, and Rev Matthew Price reminds us why Christ’s ascension is relevant and significant for all of us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Curate_training_day_at_Dereham_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Curate_training_day_at_Dereham_Church.aspx Mon, 20 May 2024 23:00:00 GMT A curate training day about caring for church buildings took place in Dereham earlier this month. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689631/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/N_Walsham_churches_re_open_community_fridge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689631/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/N_Walsham_churches_re_open_community_fridge.aspx Mon, 20 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT North Walsham’s Community Fridge is set to re-open in June at The Salvation Army in Hall Road. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Bishop_appoints_new_rural_affairs_advisor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Bishop_appoints_new_rural_affairs_advisor.aspx Mon, 20 May 2024 06:00:00 GMT A rector who first learned about Norfolk agriculture while working at a flour and feed mill is the new rural affairs advisor to the Bishop of Norwich. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689590/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Goals_galore_in_Norfolk_Christian_youth_finals.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689590/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Goals_galore_in_Norfolk_Christian_youth_finals.aspx Fri, 17 May 2024 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League youth season finished with a flurry of goals in the two cup finals taking place earlier today (May 18) at the Thorpe High School 3G pitches near Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_set_for_youth_finals.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_set_for_youth_finals.aspx Wed, 15 May 2024 11:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League youth season will finish this Saturday, May 18, with two youth cup finals taking place. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689153/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Eel_poems_by_North_Norfolk_church_schools.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689153/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Eel_poems_by_North_Norfolk_church_schools.aspx Wed, 15 May 2024 09:00:00 GMT Over 75 children from three North Norfolk primary schools have been creating poems to support the European eel, and these will be on display at a nature reserve and then published as postcards and a podcast this summer. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Green_Day_planned_by_Oulton_Broad_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/689084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Green_Day_planned_by_Oulton_Broad_church.aspx Tue, 14 May 2024 16:30:00 GMT St Mark’s Church in Oulton Broad will be holding a Green Day to raise eco awareness, support local enthusiasts and focus on the wonder of creation, from hedgehogs to bees! By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/688917/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_direct_line_to_the_One_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/688917/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_direct_line_to_the_One_with.aspx Tue, 14 May 2024 09:00:00 GMT Jane Walters finds that sometimes a direct request is the most effective way of achieving a satisfactory outcome to life’s challenges. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/688780/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Rangers_win_Norfolk_Christian_League_cup_final.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/688780/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Rangers_win_Norfolk_Christian_League_cup_final.aspx Mon, 13 May 2024 14:00:00 GMT Bishop Maurice Woods Cup holders Heigham Park Rangers retained the trophy in a close-fought game against Norfolk Christian Football League winners Eaton Eagles at The Nest in Norwich on Saturday morning (May 11). By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/688401/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Gospel_drama_returns_to_Norfolk_by_popular.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/688401/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Gospel_drama_returns_to_Norfolk_by_popular.aspx Fri, 10 May 2024 11:00:00 GMT Back by popular demand, Stefan Smart is again looking for Norfolk venues for his acclaimed theatrical retelling of Mark’s Gospel. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/688189/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/New_General_Manager_for_Norfolks_Eckling_Grange.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/688189/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/New_General_Manager_for_Norfolks_Eckling_Grange.aspx Thu, 09 May 2024 15:00:00 GMT The trustees of Eckling Grange, the Christian Residential Care Complex in Dereham, have announced the appointment of Steve Edmunds as their new General Manager in succession to Stewart Barber who will be retiring in September. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/688159/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/King_Charles_gives_royal_boost_to_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/688159/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/King_Charles_gives_royal_boost_to_Norwich.aspx Thu, 09 May 2024 11:05:00 GMT His Majesty King Charles III is to become patron of the Friends of Norwich Cathedral, following in the footsteps of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II who was previously patron of the charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/688175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Cup_finals_climax_to_Norfolk_Christian_League.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/688175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Cup_finals_climax_to_Norfolk_Christian_League.aspx Thu, 09 May 2024 11:00:00 GMT The climax to the Norfolk Christian Football League adult and youth seasons are coming up over the next two weekends with cup finals taking place. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/688183/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Pentecost_a_season_for_unity_and_peace.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/688183/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Pentecost_a_season_for_unity_and_peace.aspx Thu, 09 May 2024 09:00:00 GMT As Pentecost approaches, Rev Liz Dawes reminds us of the significance of the occasion for Christians, and explains why it is relevant in today’s turbulent world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687992/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Church_profile_Lighthouse_Community_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687992/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Church_profile_Lighthouse_Community_Church.aspx Mon, 06 May 2024 23:00:00 GMT Continuing our series of features which highlight churches from across our region, we find out more about Lighthouse which is aiming to be a community hub in North Norfolk. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687410/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Methodists_Climate_Change_Day.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687410/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Methodists_Climate_Change_Day.aspx Sun, 05 May 2024 12:20:00 GMT A Climate Change and Sustainability Fair has been held at St Andrew’s Methodist Church in Sheringham, and all the many visitors received a free low-energy light bulb. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/30_years_of_women_priests_celebrated_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/30_years_of_women_priests_celebrated_in.aspx Thu, 02 May 2024 11:00:00 GMT A special service of Choral Evensong was held at Norwich Anglican Cathedral to mark the 30th anniversary of the first ordination of women to the priesthood in the Church of England on Tuesday April 30. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687750/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Horning_church_welcomes_pets_for_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687750/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Horning_church_welcomes_pets_for_service.aspx Wed, 01 May 2024 17:00:00 GMT St Benedict's Church in Horning welcomed a menagerie of animals to their pet service last Sunday. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687759/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Keep_you_a_mardlin_the_scriptures.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687759/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Keep_you_a_mardlin_the_scriptures.aspx Tue, 30 Apr 2024 23:00:00 GMT Rev Ron Skivington urges us not to allow awareness of the Bible message to decline in the same way as some regional dialects have. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687530/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Help_build_support_for_Mid_Norfolk_foodbank.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687530/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Help_build_support_for_Mid_Norfolk_foodbank.aspx Mon, 29 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT Mid Norfolk Foodbank will be reaching for the stars when it makes its debut appearance at this year’s Dereham Day, as demand for food parcels rockets. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687527/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Funding_boost_for_Mid_Norfolk_Christian_centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687527/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Funding_boost_for_Mid_Norfolk_Christian_centre.aspx Sun, 28 Apr 2024 23:00:00 GMT The funding challenges facing Letton Hall, a Christian residential centre near Shipdham, have been helped by donations totalling more than 20,000 in just two weeks. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687342/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_honours_team_at_annual_awards.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687342/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_honours_team_at_annual_awards.aspx Thu, 25 Apr 2024 10:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has gathered together over 100 staff members for its annual staff day at The Space, a social enterprise conference centre in Sprowston. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Did_Jesus_say_Like_your_neighbour.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Did_Jesus_say_Like_your_neighbour.aspx Wed, 24 Apr 2024 23:00:00 GMT James Knight explains why the commandment to love all people doesn’t necessarily require us to like everyone. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Michael_is_Broads_chaplain_dentist_and_evangelist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Michael_is_Broads_chaplain_dentist_and_evangelist.aspx Tue, 23 Apr 2024 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk Broads Senior Waterways Chaplain, chair of the Lowestoft branch of Good News for Everyone and an NHS dentist, Michael Cadman was the guest speaker at the June 19 dinner of the Norwich FGB branch. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685170/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Did_Billy_Graham_in_Norwich_change_your.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685170/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Did_Billy_Graham_in_Norwich_change_your.aspx Mon, 22 Apr 2024 11:00:00 GMT Renowned American evangelist Dr Billy Graham graced the hallowed turf of Carrow Road in Norwich 40 years ago in June, and an appeal has been made for local people to come forward and tell their stories of what has happened to them since the crusade. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_seeks_to_expand_play_zone.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_seeks_to_expand_play_zone.aspx Sun, 21 Apr 2024 23:00:00 GMT Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham wants to extend its building in order to accommodate a larger Soft Play zone, and is raising funds to achieve this goal. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Eastern_Baptist_Association_new_Regional_Minister.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Eastern_Baptist_Association_new_Regional_Minister.aspx Fri, 19 Apr 2024 05:30:00 GMT The Eastern Baptist Association (EBA) has appointed Rev David Mayne as its new Regional Minister Team Leader serving the 170 Baptist churches across Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, and Cambridgeshire. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687086/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Match_funding_for_Dereham_Baptists_debt_centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/687086/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Match_funding_for_Dereham_Baptists_debt_centre.aspx Thu, 18 Apr 2024 23:00:00 GMT The Christians Against Poverty Debt Centre in Dereham, run in conjunction with Dereham Baptist Church, has been selected by the Aviva Community Fund for their match-funding, to further their work with those in the community who are struggling with debts. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686548/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Why_do_adults_decide_to_join_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686548/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Why_do_adults_decide_to_join_the.aspx Thu, 18 Apr 2024 11:00:00 GMT With a background of an increasingly secular society, why do some adults still decide to join the Catholic Church? A new report by the Diocese of East Anglia Commission for the New Evangelisation throws some light on the matter. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686924/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_team_take_on_African_marathon.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686924/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_team_take_on_African_marathon.aspx Wed, 17 Apr 2024 11:00:00 GMT A team of ten Christians from different Norfolk churches are preparing to take on the marathon challenge of a lifetime in West Africa for international children’s charity Street Child. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686887/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Climbing_mountains_with_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686887/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Climbing_mountains_with_God.aspx Tue, 16 Apr 2024 23:00:00 GMT Having previously climbed Mount Snowdon in Wales with her children, Ruth Lilley gives some advice on tackling life’s mountains. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686886/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_couple_s_inspiring_African_missionary_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686886/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_couple_s_inspiring_African_missionary_work.aspx Tue, 16 Apr 2024 11:00:00 GMT Norwich St John’s Cathedral parishioners Andy and Mary Clark have spent the last 18 years working with development charities in Africa. Andy is now chair of Network for a Better World and is looking for volunteers who might like to get involved. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Diocese_names_new_Mission_and_Ministry.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Diocese_names_new_Mission_and_Ministry.aspx Mon, 15 Apr 2024 23:00:00 GMT Rev Canon Richard Lamey has been announced as the Director of Mission and Ministry in the Diocese of Norwich. In this role, he will be supporting parishes, clergy and lay leaders in the local church, as well as encouraging discipleship and vocations. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686797/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_meeting_date_for_May.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686797/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_meeting_date_for_May.aspx Mon, 15 Apr 2024 19:00:00 GMT The next Connect Norwich meeting for Christian leaders will be held at King's Community Church on May 15, with the opportunity to hear from Toby Skipper. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686767/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_Christian_centre_may_have_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686767/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_Christian_centre_may_have_to.aspx Mon, 15 Apr 2024 10:00:00 GMT Letton Hall, a Christian residential centre near Shipdham, is seeking immediate funding in order to avoid closure. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_champions_for_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_champions_for_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx Fri, 12 Apr 2024 14:10:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League (NCFL) adult league has new champions as Eaton Eagles won their first-ever title by a single point and by scoring over 80 goals. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686576/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Christian_Aid_week_and_prospective_MPs.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686576/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Christian_Aid_week_and_prospective_MPs.aspx Thu, 11 Apr 2024 23:15:00 GMT Local Churches Together groups are encouraged to invite those standing for election to Christian Aid Week http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686615/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/N_Norfolk_Baptist_minister_has_written_41.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686615/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/N_Norfolk_Baptist_minister_has_written_41.aspx Thu, 11 Apr 2024 14:00:00 GMT Baptist Minister, Counsellor, Author, and Horse Riding Instructor, Patrick Coghlan has a real heart for mental health, which is reflected in several of his books. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686523/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/First_ever_Eco_Church_Forum_set_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686523/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/First_ever_Eco_Church_Forum_set_for.aspx Wed, 10 Apr 2024 23:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich Eco Church Forum is set to stage its first-ever free in-person Forum event in Norwich on Tuesday May 7 and all are invited to attend. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686569/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Ray_was_minister_prophet_healer_and_architect.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686569/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Ray_was_minister_prophet_healer_and_architect.aspx Wed, 10 Apr 2024 11:25:00 GMT Baptist minister, Norfolk Healing Rooms and School of Prophets founder and church architect, Rev Ray Scorey, has died at the age of 79. Wife Ruth pays tribute to a remarkable man. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686552/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Going_to_pub_church_for_Socratic_Reasoning.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686552/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Going_to_pub_church_for_Socratic_Reasoning.aspx Wed, 10 Apr 2024 09:00:00 GMT Ian Boughton suggests that there may be mutual benefits in churches gathering in public houses. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Methodists_to_host_Climate_Fair.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_Methodists_to_host_Climate_Fair.aspx Mon, 08 Apr 2024 23:00:00 GMT A Climate and Sustainability Fair will be held next week at St Andrews Methodist Church in Sheringham, which is free for anyone to attend. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686457/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Rhyming_Bible_production_comes_to_Aylsham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686457/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Rhyming_Bible_production_comes_to_Aylsham.aspx Sun, 07 Apr 2024 23:00:00 GMT The Saltmine Theatre Company will bring Bob Hartman’s Rhyming Bible show to Aylsham next month, and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Johns_Holy_Land_travel_and_education_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Johns_Holy_Land_travel_and_education_project.aspx Sun, 07 Apr 2024 23:00:00 GMT Former Sheriff of Norwich and CEO of YMCA Norfolk, John Drake, is keen to show that there is life after retirement and to use his close 43-year connections in Jerusalem and the Holy Land with his Boundary Breakers travel and education project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686404/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Latest_NWCT_Ecumenical_Update_Published.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686404/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Latest_NWCT_Ecumenical_Update_Published.aspx Thu, 04 Apr 2024 23:00:00 GMT The third issue of the quarterly ecumenical update for Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney (NWCT) has been published online http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686365/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_author_writes_about_challenges_Christians_face.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686365/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_author_writes_about_challenges_Christians_face.aspx Thu, 04 Apr 2024 11:00:00 GMT Norfolk Catholic author, Anita Dowsing, has written a new book, Living in Truth, which explores some of the challenges facing Christians in an increasingly de-Christianised society. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686322/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_services_to_bless_holy_Chrism_oils.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686322/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_services_to_bless_holy_Chrism_oils.aspx Thu, 04 Apr 2024 10:00:00 GMT During Holy Week, Chrism services to bless the holy oils were held in both of Norwich's two cathedrals in front of large congregations drawn from across two dioceses. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686321/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_walk_to_remember_loved_ones_lost.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686321/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_walk_to_remember_loved_ones_lost.aspx Wed, 03 Apr 2024 11:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project’s second Walk to Remember event took place in Norwich city centre on Saturday March 2. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686296/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Keep_re_telling_the_old_old_story.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686296/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Keep_re_telling_the_old_old_story.aspx Tue, 02 Apr 2024 23:00:00 GMT Jane Walters recalls a famous allegory to the familiar Easter story, and reminds us that we should never tire of telling that story. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/A_new_day_of_hope_dawns_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/A_new_day_of_hope_dawns_at.aspx Sat, 30 Mar 2024 16:00:00 GMT The Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Peter Collins reflects on the events of Holy Week and Easter Sunday when a new day of hope dawns for us all. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Good_Friday_witness_walk_in_Sheringham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Good_Friday_witness_walk_in_Sheringham.aspx Sat, 30 Mar 2024 12:00:00 GMT Over a hundred people from Sheringham churches took part in the Good Friday Walk of Witness to erect the wooden cross on nearby Beeston Hill. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686151/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_washes_people_s_feet_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686151/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_washes_people_s_feet_at_Norwich.aspx Sat, 30 Mar 2024 08:15:00 GMT The Mass of the Lord’s Supper was celebrated by Bishop Peter Collins at St John’s Cathedral in Norwich on Maundy Thursday, March 28, where he ceremonially washed the feet of 12 parishioners. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686129/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_time_to_lament_as_we_wait.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686129/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_time_to_lament_as_we_wait.aspx Sat, 30 Mar 2024 07:00:00 GMT As Lent draws to a close, Rev Matthew Price explains why the grieving and reflecting often associated with Easter Saturday can be a productive time. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686128/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/A_message_of_hope_in_music_from.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686128/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/A_message_of_hope_in_music_from.aspx Fri, 29 Mar 2024 06:45:00 GMT After losing his twin brother Dan to cancer, Ben Lawrence gave up music for a while. During the pandemic as his song returned to him, he realised that other people might need it too. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686060/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Two_Norfolk_Christians_honoured_by_King_Charles.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686060/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Two_Norfolk_Christians_honoured_by_King_Charles.aspx Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT Two Christians from Norfolk and Waveney will today be recognised for their dedicated service to their church and community by King Charles III in the Royal Maundy Money tradition. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686056/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Dig_for_victory_at_North_Norfolk_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/686056/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Dig_for_victory_at_North_Norfolk_Christian.aspx Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT Would you join the team of volunteer gardeners doing battle with the weeds at The Pleasaunce Holiday Centre in Overstrand? You are invited to join them for their next work-party day in May. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Roll_back_the_stone_for_new_beginnings.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Roll_back_the_stone_for_new_beginnings.aspx Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant encourages us to roll back any stones in our lives which restrict our walk with God this Easter time. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Bishop_and_donkeys_led_procession_to_Barton.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Bishop_and_donkeys_led_procession_to_Barton.aspx Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:30:00 GMT A crowd followed the Bishop of Norwich and two donkeys as they walked from Neatishead to Barton Turf to celebrate Palm Sunday. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/247359/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Norfolk_Christian_home_offers_Godly_care.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/247359/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Norfolk_Christian_home_offers_Godly_care.aspx Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:00:00 GMT Quebec Hall in Dereham, Norfolk has been a Christian retirement home for 65 years. The management and staff aim to provide a secure, home-from-home atmosphere coupled with personal care and attention in which the love of God is readily apparent. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685671/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_recalls_fizzy_pop_and_Bubble.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685671/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_recalls_fizzy_pop_and_Bubble.aspx Fri, 22 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT A recent column on Network Norfolk about the Joystrings' chart success in 1962 has stirred memories for Norwich Christian couple Les and Linda Champion, and Les recalls some of his experiences from that time. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685735/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Brundall_minister_named_retailer_of_the_year.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685735/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Brundall_minister_named_retailer_of_the_year.aspx Thu, 21 Mar 2024 19:30:00 GMT The Revd Andrew Bevan who also runs a retail business in Brundall was named as Broadland Retailer of the Year http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685727/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_churches_celebrate_eco_awards.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685727/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_churches_celebrate_eco_awards.aspx Thu, 21 Mar 2024 16:00:00 GMT The Minster and St Paul’s in Great Yarmouth recently celebrated achieving Eco Church Bronze awards. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685181/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_is_new_name_for_city.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685181/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_is_new_name_for_city.aspx Wed, 20 Mar 2024 15:00:00 GMT Connect Norwich is the new name for the Norwich inter-church group which has been known as Transforming Norwich for the past 18 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685617/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_a_supporting_role_is_vital.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685617/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_a_supporting_role_is_vital.aspx Wed, 20 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant reminds us of three people who played a vital supporting role during the week leading to Jesus’ crucifixion. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/New_way_in_to_Dereham_Baptist_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/New_way_in_to_Dereham_Baptist_Church.aspx Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT Work has started to create a new entrance to Dereham Baptist Church from Chapel Walk in the town, alongside a new wheelchair and pram accessible entrance to the building. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685429/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Inspiring_art_exhibition_in_Salthouse_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685429/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Inspiring_art_exhibition_in_Salthouse_Church.aspx Mon, 18 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT The light, bright and reflective space of St Nicholas Church in Salthouse will be the venue next month for an art exhibition by a group of Christian artists, and anyone is free to come along. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654102/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Matthews_book_will_help_people_face_up.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654102/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Matthews_book_will_help_people_face_up.aspx Sat, 16 Mar 2024 16:00:00 GMT Life's two certainties - death and taxes - are tackled in a new edition of Your Last Gift, written by retired Norfolk tax lawyer and Anglican church minister Matthew Hutton. Keith Morris reports http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685385/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Introducing_Bishop_Mike_Royal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685385/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Introducing_Bishop_Mike_Royal.aspx Sat, 16 Mar 2024 00:10:00 GMT Bishop Mike, Churches Together in England (CTE) General Secretary, is coming to visit Norfolk later this year - here we introduce him http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/New_look_team_and_dates_for_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/New_look_team_and_dates_for_Norwich.aspx Fri, 15 Mar 2024 11:00:00 GMT The Norwich FGB branch has a new-look team and a new set of dinner dates announced for the rest of the year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_Church_packed_for_Life_24_events.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_Church_packed_for_Life_24_events.aspx Thu, 14 Mar 2024 20:30:00 GMT St Mary Magdalene Church hosted three events with speaker Nate Morgan Locke, attracting a total of over 200 people. The Gorleston events took place as part of Life ’24 – a week of events taking place across Norfolk. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Is_Paradise_a_walled_garden.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Is_Paradise_a_walled_garden.aspx Thu, 14 Mar 2024 09:00:00 GMT James Knight explains that God’s rules have been given for our benefit, and that they don’t just exist for their own sake. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685146/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_missionary_prayer_meeting_is_growing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685146/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_missionary_prayer_meeting_is_growing.aspx Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT Numbers attending the monthly prayer meeting at a Dereham care home have been growing, as those who come along seek to provide prayer support and encouragement for those on the front line of overseas mission. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685091/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Norfolk_Older_Peoples_Strategic_Partnership.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685091/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Norfolk_Older_Peoples_Strategic_Partnership.aspx Tue, 12 Mar 2024 12:00:00 GMT Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney (NWCT) are asking local churches and Churches Together Groups across the county to engage with the Norfolk Older People’s Strategic Partnership http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685029/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Bear_Grylls_to_take_part_in_Holkham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/685029/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Bear_Grylls_to_take_part_in_Holkham.aspx Mon, 11 Mar 2024 18:00:00 GMT Renowned British adventurer and Christian Bear Grylls OBE will be speaking at the Gone Wild Festival in August, and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684909/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_priests_heart_is_still_in_Indian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684909/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_priests_heart_is_still_in_Indian.aspx Thu, 07 Mar 2024 12:00:00 GMT Blofield priest Rev Pat Atkinson has recently marked 40 years of local church ministry but she is better known for her work in India with slum children, cancer patients, lepers and street elders. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684790/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Spring_Good.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684790/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Spring_Good.aspx Wed, 06 Mar 2024 11:00:00 GMT The Spring edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_encouragement_is_so_important.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_encouragement_is_so_important.aspx Wed, 06 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Ruth Lilley explains why words of encouragement play such a vital role in all our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Ecumenical_resource_to_support_mental_health.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Ecumenical_resource_to_support_mental_health.aspx Tue, 05 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney (NWCT) supports a free faith-inspired resource to help churches to start conversations around mental health and equip them to welcome those of us who are struggling http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684009/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/NWCT_hosts_latest_DEO_committee.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684009/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/NWCT_hosts_latest_DEO_committee.aspx Tue, 05 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney (NWCT) hosted the latest Denominational Ecumenical Officer (DEO) committee meeting in Norwich's Anglican Cathedral http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684451/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Huge_Norwich_church_opens_its_doors_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684451/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Huge_Norwich_church_opens_its_doors_for.aspx Mon, 04 Mar 2024 11:00:00 GMT The biggest church to be built in Norfolk for over 110 years opened its doors on Saturday night (March 2) for the first time, welcoming in 5,000 guests over the weekend, including a host of local dignitaries and well-known Christian personalities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684419/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Joy_s_Open_Secret_was_revealed_60.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684419/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Joy_s_Open_Secret_was_revealed_60.aspx Mon, 04 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT Ian Boughton remembers a Christian song that hit the popular music charts 60 years ago, and explains how that triggered a revolution in worship music. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/An_ecumenical_bereavement_service_in_Kings_Lynn.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/An_ecumenical_bereavement_service_in_Kings_Lynn.aspx Sat, 02 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT An ecumenical partnership between the Quakers and Methodists in King's Lynn is running to provide free bereavement support and counselling http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684090/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Mixed_ability_congregation_launch_in_Gorleston.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684090/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Mixed_ability_congregation_launch_in_Gorleston.aspx Thu, 29 Feb 2024 19:15:00 GMT Magdalen Way Methodist Church is starting a new WAVE congregation which involves people with additional needs in all aspects of the leadership and running. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684071/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_outdoor_centre_in_Beccles_closes_down.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684071/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_outdoor_centre_in_Beccles_closes_down.aspx Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:00:00 GMT A charitable trust which ran a Christian residential and outdoor centre near Beccles in North Suffolk has been declared insolvent, the centre closed and staff made redundant. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682727/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Norwich_chance_to_Speak_Life_in_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682727/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Norwich_chance_to_Speak_Life_in_a.aspx Thu, 29 Feb 2024 10:00:00 GMT Speaking Life in a Digital Age is the topic of a half-day training session being run by the Norfolk Gospel Partnership in Norwich on Monday March 11. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684044/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Mile_Cross_Salvation_Army_celebrates_its_40th.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684044/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Mile_Cross_Salvation_Army_celebrates_its_40th.aspx Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT The Luncheon Club of the Mile Cross Salvation Army, Norwich, celebrated its 40th anniversary in style at the end of February. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684000/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Let_us_stand_united_as_members_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/684000/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Let_us_stand_united_as_members_of.aspx Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT Fr James Walsh, speaking at a United Service in Wells-next-the-Sea for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity last month, urges Christians to work to overcome their differences, and be united in God’s love. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683897/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_church_celebrates_creation_with_photos.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683897/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_church_celebrates_creation_with_photos.aspx Tue, 27 Feb 2024 16:00:00 GMT Kingsgate Community Church is currently hosting a public display of photos which church members have taken in response to God’s creation. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683985/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_leading_Norfolk_church_conservationist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683985/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_leading_Norfolk_church_conservationist.aspx Tue, 27 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMT Leading Norfolk-based church conservationist and former Secretary of the Norfolk Churches Trust, Anthony Barnes, has died aged 92. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Cromer_Church_to_host_annual_Scout_parade.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Cromer_Church_to_host_annual_Scout_parade.aspx Mon, 26 Feb 2024 14:00:00 GMT The St George’s Day Parade for North-East Norfolk will, this year, be organised by the First Cromer Sea Scouts, and conclude in Cromer Parish Church, on Saturday 27 April. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683583/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Wells_Churches_unite_for_week_of_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683583/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Wells_Churches_unite_for_week_of_prayer.aspx Fri, 23 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT The churches of Wells-Next-the-Sea in North Norfolk joined together last month to celebrate the world-wide week of prayer for Church Unity. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683290/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/One_Big_Day_Norfolk_youth_ministry_conference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683290/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/One_Big_Day_Norfolk_youth_ministry_conference.aspx Thu, 22 Feb 2024 14:00:00 GMT A ‘One Big Day – Just One Thing’ conference for anyone involved in ministry with children, young people and families is being hosted by the Children, Youth and Families Team at the Diocese of Norwich on Saturday April 27. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683276/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Spring_cleaning_our_lives_with_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683276/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Spring_cleaning_our_lives_with_God.aspx Wed, 21 Feb 2024 11:00:00 GMT Now that we are a week into Lent, and those pancakes are a distant memory, Andy Bryant urges us to explore the opportunities offered by this season. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586939/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Help_spread_the_Good_News_across_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586939/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Help_spread_the_Good_News_across_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 20 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMT The team behind the long-standing Good News for Norwich and Norfolk Christian free newspaper are looking for volunteer distributors for small numbers of newspapers. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/NWCT_announces_innovative_ecumenical_partnership.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/NWCT_announces_innovative_ecumenical_partnership.aspx Tue, 20 Feb 2024 10:50:00 GMT In a national first, the United Reformed Church (URC) Eastern Synod and the East Anglia Methodist District create a joint Denominational Ecumenical Officer (DEO) role for Norfolk and Waveney. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683221/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Project_Profile_Wellspring_Centre_Dereham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683221/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Project_Profile_Wellspring_Centre_Dereham.aspx Tue, 20 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT Wellspring Family Centre was set up in April 2004 by Wellspring Family Church to meet key social needs of anyone living in Dereham and the surrounding areas with high quality community projects. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683199/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_walk_to_remember_substance_abuse_victims.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683199/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_walk_to_remember_substance_abuse_victims.aspx Mon, 19 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project, the East of England’s leading substance misuse charity of 40 years, has announced details of its annual ‘Walk to Remember’ event which will take place on March 2, 12-5pm, around Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683036/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/New_book_explores_impact_of_the_Easter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/683036/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/New_book_explores_impact_of_the_Easter.aspx Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT Journey Into Easter is a new book by Hazel Manley which takes the reader on a journey exploring the events of Easter and how those events can impact their lives. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682938/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_explore_Growing_Good.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682938/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_explore_Growing_Good.aspx Fri, 16 Feb 2024 11:00:00 GMT Church representatives who attended the Growing Good workshop were encouraged to embrace the five characteristics of growing churches. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_service_celebrates_round_tower_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_service_celebrates_round_tower_churches.aspx Thu, 15 Feb 2024 09:00:00 GMT A special service to mark the golden jubilee year of the Round Tower Churches Society was held at Norwich Cathedral on Wednesday, February 7. Michael Pollitt reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682845/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Words_of_encouragement_shining_through.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682845/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Words_of_encouragement_shining_through.aspx Thu, 15 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT Jane Walters has been to the Lake District, and received inspiration from words partly hidden on a chapel wall. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682603/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/NWCT_urges_churches_to_stage_election_hustings.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682603/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/NWCT_urges_churches_to_stage_election_hustings.aspx Wed, 14 Feb 2024 18:00:00 GMT NWCT is encouraging local Churches Together Groups to get involved with organising General Election hustings later this year for the common good. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682814/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Pancake_race_fun_in_Norwich_cathedral_cloisters.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682814/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Pancake_race_fun_in_Norwich_cathedral_cloisters.aspx Wed, 14 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMT Armed with frying pans, choristers at Norwich's Anglican Cathedral raced around the cloisters flipping pancakes as they went in the annual Shrove Tuesday tradition yesterday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682487/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Cawston_vicar_s_1000_hush_money_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682487/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Cawston_vicar_s_1000_hush_money_for.aspx Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT Revd Andrew Whitehead, the vicar at St Agnes church in Cawston, has raised over 1,000 for the Sue Lambert Trust by completing a 24-hour silence. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682417/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_appeals_for_Gaza_medical.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682417/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_appeals_for_Gaza_medical.aspx Fri, 09 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich spoke in the House of Lords yesterday, calling for urgent medical aid for Gaza hospitals in the week when the Diocese of Norwich appeal for the Al-Ahli Anglican-run hospital in Gaza reached over 55,000. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682305/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/New_NWCT_ecumenical_update_published.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682305/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/New_NWCT_ecumenical_update_published.aspx Fri, 09 Feb 2024 11:00:00 GMT The second issue of a new ecumenical update for Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney (NWCT) has been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682374/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Christian_grime_poet_living_in_North_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682374/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Christian_grime_poet_living_in_North_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 09 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT Paul Wellings is a Methodist dub poet now living in Sheringham who performs at festivals and whose latest album is getting played on national radio. He's hoping to play Glastonbury next year. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_deacon_honoured_for_30_years_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_deacon_honoured_for_30_years_of.aspx Wed, 07 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMT A Norwich church deacon has been honoured with a thanksgiving Mass and celebration after stepping down from over 30 years of service to Catholic communities across the city on February 1. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682130/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Can_acts_of_kindness_boost_your_wellbeing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682130/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Can_acts_of_kindness_boost_your_wellbeing.aspx Wed, 07 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere-Smith suggests that being kind and doing good deeds doesn’t just benefit those on the receiving end. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682031/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Parachuting_teddies_to_launch_Horning_kids_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/682031/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Parachuting_teddies_to_launch_Horning_kids_work.aspx Mon, 05 Feb 2024 16:30:00 GMT Teddies will be flying from the top of Barton Turf church tower at their teddy bears’ picnic and parachute event which will launch the benefice’s new children’s work. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681976/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Café_at_centre_of_reinvented_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681976/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Café_at_centre_of_reinvented_Norwich_church.aspx Sun, 04 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT The closure of a Norwich city centre church for three years because of a huge crack in the chancel wall led to it reinventing itself as a hub for a mission of hospitality, focused upon a very successful church café. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681608/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_hosts_joint_gathering_of_42_bishops.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681608/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_hosts_joint_gathering_of_42_bishops.aspx Thu, 01 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMT Over 40 Anglican and Catholic bishops are convening in Norwich this week in a joint meeting for services and group discussions about the ways in which the two denominations can work together more closely, as well as understanding each other better. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681703/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_relationship_between_science_and_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681703/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_relationship_between_science_and_faith.aspx Thu, 01 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT James Knight urges us not to regard science as a rival or even a threat to Christianity, but to embrace both in order to enrich our understanding of our role in God’s creation http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681491/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolks_key_role_in_240k_shoebox_gifts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681491/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolks_key_role_in_240k_shoebox_gifts.aspx Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT Operation Christmas Child Norfolk colleagues Debra and Mark Watkins have thanked churches and groups across the county for their help in providing almost 240,000 shoebox gifts to children across the world in 2023. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Jazz_and_saxophone_project_in_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Jazz_and_saxophone_project_in_Norwich_church.aspx Sat, 27 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT Well-known Christian musician David Fitzgerald is set to launch an exciting new project within his popular jazz and saxophone ensembles for aspiring musicians, run in a Norwich church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681249/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pope_and_Archbishop_commission_East_Anglia_bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681249/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pope_and_Archbishop_commission_East_Anglia_bishop.aspx Fri, 26 Jan 2024 12:00:00 GMT Pope Francis and the Archbishop of Canterbury have commissioned pairs of Anglican and Roman Catholic bishops from across the world in Rome, including the Bishop of East Anglia, Peter Collins. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681049/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/New_digital_partnership_is_boost_to_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681049/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/New_digital_partnership_is_boost_to_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 25 Jan 2024 12:00:00 GMT Network Norfolk and Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney (NWCT) have launched a new online partnership which they hope will enhance church unity, a key aim of both organisations, across the region. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681115/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Help_is_at_hand_if_you_ask.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681115/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Help_is_at_hand_if_you_ask.aspx Thu, 25 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Ruth Lilley realises that she needs some help tackling her to-do list and decides to adjust her priorities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681045/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Successful_start_for_Dereham_church_s_Food.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/681045/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Successful_start_for_Dereham_church_s_Food.aspx Wed, 24 Jan 2024 12:00:00 GMT The Food Cabin in Dereham was set up last January by the Wellspring Family Centre project, and has been reflecting on a successful first year as it looks ahead to its second year of serving the local community. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680885/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_church_launches_money_coaching_course.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680885/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_church_launches_money_coaching_course.aspx Mon, 22 Jan 2024 16:00:00 GMT Dereham Baptist Church will be partnering with debt help charity Christians Against Poverty to launch a free money coaching course next month to help people manage their finances. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Churches_join_2024_Chain_of_Prayer_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Churches_join_2024_Chain_of_Prayer_for.aspx Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT The Friends Meeting House in Upper Goat Lane in Norwich provided the setting for this year’s annual Ecumenical Chain of Prayer which has been running for 40 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680857/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Holy_Land_prayers_unite_Norwich_cathedrals.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680857/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Holy_Land_prayers_unite_Norwich_cathedrals.aspx Sat, 20 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT To mark the 50 Faces of the Holy Land exhibition’s time in Norwich, special prayers will be said at evensong at Norwich Anglican Cathedral at 5.30pm on January 24 at a service attended by the Dean of St John’s Cathedral, Fr Alan Hodgson. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680747/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Fire_crews_tackle_blaze_at_Sheringham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680747/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Fire_crews_tackle_blaze_at_Sheringham_church.aspx Fri, 19 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT Firefighters successfully extinguished a blaze at St Peter's Church in Sheringham yesterday, and no-one is believed to have been hurt. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680631/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Stalham_church_celebrates_major_renovation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680631/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Stalham_church_celebrates_major_renovation.aspx Wed, 17 Jan 2024 19:00:00 GMT After fund-raising activities raising more than half a million pounds, and almost a year of building work, the Stalham Baptists have refurbished the ancient schoolroom which sits alongside their chapel. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_entrance_underway_for_Fakenham_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_entrance_underway_for_Fakenham_Church.aspx Wed, 17 Jan 2024 11:00:00 GMT St Peter and St Paul's church in Fakenham has announced that work has started on improvements to its entrance doors to improve accessibility. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Keeping_in_regular_contact_with_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Keeping_in_regular_contact_with_God.aspx Tue, 16 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT Ian Boughton wonders whether his frequent short prayers might be overloading God’s switchboard! http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680500/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Third_YMCA_charity_shop_reopens_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680500/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Third_YMCA_charity_shop_reopens_in_Norwich.aspx Sat, 13 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT The YMCA charity shop in Anglia Square, Norwich has found a new home after a devastating flood in its previous premises meant stock loss and it becoming unusable. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Graham_Dacre_tells_of_mistakes_and_Bluetooth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Graham_Dacre_tells_of_mistakes_and_Bluetooth.aspx Thu, 11 Jan 2024 15:00:00 GMT High-profile Norfolk entrepreneur and evangelist, Graham Dacre, returned to Norwich recently to tell his life story, some of the mistakes he has made and what he has learnt from them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549015/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Heather_Nunn_Business_Services_Ltd.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549015/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/Heather_Nunn_Business_Services_Ltd.aspx Thu, 11 Jan 2024 09:00:00 GMT Based in Mid-Norfolk, Heather Nunn Business Services Ltd offers business services of bookkeeping, payroll and employment support to a variety of local sole traders, companies, partnerships and charitable organisations and churches http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680316/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Cawston_Church_revives_Plough_Sunday_tradition.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680316/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Cawston_Church_revives_Plough_Sunday_tradition.aspx Thu, 11 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT Cawston Parish Church organised a parade of horses, tractors and villagers from nearby Sygate to St Agnes’ Church in Cawston last Sunday, in a revival of an ancient local tradition. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680258/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Great_is_God_s_faithfulness_as_we.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/680258/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Great_is_God_s_faithfulness_as_we.aspx Wed, 10 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT Rev Matthew Price is starting the new year with optimism as he remembers God’s love and His faithfulness towards us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679881/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Hear_how_God_led_Sheringham_man_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679881/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Hear_how_God_led_Sheringham_man_to.aspx Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT Come to Cromer Church‘s men’s breakfast later this month to hear the success story of a North Norfolk company director, thanks to God’s leading. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679767/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Cloister_sleepout_for_Norwich_homeless_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679767/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Cloister_sleepout_for_Norwich_homeless_charity.aspx Sun, 07 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT On January 26, fundraisers will be swapping their mattresses for a stone cold floor in Norwich Cathedral’s Cloister as part of the St Martins Sleep Out event. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679775/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Tiny_Norfolk_church_wins_national_accolade.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679775/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Tiny_Norfolk_church_wins_national_accolade.aspx Sat, 06 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT A tiny Norfolk church has been highly commended at the National Churches Awards for its work with volunteers. Diss URC church member and Community Worker, Ruth Bridges, reports. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679733/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/New_electric_van_for_Mid_Norfolk_Foodbank.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679733/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/New_electric_van_for_Mid_Norfolk_Foodbank.aspx Fri, 05 Jan 2024 11:00:00 GMT The Mid Norfolk Foodbank has received a new much-needed electric vehicle thanks to a special Government fund. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679183/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_receive_share_of_42m_funding.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679183/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_receive_share_of_42m_funding.aspx Thu, 04 Jan 2024 11:30:00 GMT Around 200 churches in Norfolk are among 5,000 across the United Kingdom that have benefitted from a 42 million Government conservation fund in the past 12 months. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679202/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Yarmouth_chaplain_receives_New_Year_Honour.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679202/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Yarmouth_chaplain_receives_New_Year_Honour.aspx Thu, 04 Jan 2024 11:20:00 GMT Reverend Albert Cadmore has received the British Empire Medal for services to the community in Great Yarmouth in the New Year's Honours List. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618790/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Loving_care_and_Christian_ethos_at_Corton.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618790/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Accommodation_Directory/Loving_care_and_Christian_ethos_at_Corton.aspx Thu, 04 Jan 2024 09:00:00 GMT Excellent loving care and support is provided at Corton House, a not-for-profit care home situated in the heart of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679354/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/New_Year_What_s_the_motto_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679354/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/New_Year_What_s_the_motto_with.aspx Thu, 04 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Jane Walters has found a way of reminding herself throughout the year of the direction she believes God wants her to take in 2024. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679234/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_angel_represents_hope_for_2024.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679234/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_angel_represents_hope_for_2024.aspx Wed, 03 Jan 2024 19:00:00 GMT An 8 metre tall angel which was created to stand in Great Yarmouth Minster before Christmas bears 366 feathers to represent hope for each day of the coming year. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678926/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_Bishop_says_COP28_should_have_done.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678926/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_Bishop_says_COP28_should_have_done.aspx Sun, 31 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has said, following on from the COP28 Climate Summit that the goal must be a fossil fuel phase out and a re-centring of our priorities towards the care of creation and the poorest people with whom we share this one, beautiful planet. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679083/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Nativity_Mass_marks_start_of_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679083/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Nativity_Mass_marks_start_of_Christmas.aspx Sun, 24 Dec 2023 12:00:00 GMT Over 1000 people packed into St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich on Christmas Eve for the Nativity of the Lord Family Mass. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679046/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/He_comes_as_light_in_the_darkness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679046/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/He_comes_as_light_in_the_darkness.aspx Sun, 24 Dec 2023 08:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant believes that it is the ordinariness of the events that surrounded the birth of Jesus two thousand years ago that bring us hope today. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679023/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Fakenham_Church_Christmas_trees_raise_31K.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/679023/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Fakenham_Church_Christmas_trees_raise_31K.aspx Sat, 23 Dec 2023 08:00:00 GMT This year’s Christmas tree festival in Fakenham Parish Church has raised a total of 31,000, shared between the charities taking part and the church itself. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678867/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_Bishop_proclaims_joy_that_overcomes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678867/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_Bishop_proclaims_joy_that_overcomes.aspx Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT In his Christmas message, the Catholic Bishop of East Anglia Peter Collins proclaims the peace and joy that not only endures but can, and will, ultimately triumph over all adversity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_most_beautiful_story_ever_told.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_most_beautiful_story_ever_told.aspx Wed, 20 Dec 2023 11:00:00 GMT Canon Revd David Winter reminds us of the world-changing impact of the events of the Christmas story that we celebrate at this time of year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678812/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Carols_on_the_prom_for_Sheringham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678812/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Carols_on_the_prom_for_Sheringham_church.aspx Tue, 19 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT Lighthouse Community Church joined forces with Cromer and Sheringham Brass Band for an evening of carols by the sea on Sheringham promenade – just one of several community initiatives by the church this Christmas. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678807/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_charitys_appeal_for_displaced_families.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678807/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_charitys_appeal_for_displaced_families.aspx Mon, 18 Dec 2023 23:00:00 GMT Norwich-based charity Care for Children has launched its Christmas appeal to help provide every child with the chance of a loving family, including a new partnership to help displaced families in Armenia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678685/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_churches_give_free_festive_hampers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678685/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_churches_give_free_festive_hampers.aspx Fri, 15 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT The kindness and generosity of two Dereham churches have enabled local Debt Centre clients to receive Christmas Hampers, which also included grocery vouchers. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678670/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_and_shopping_centre_team_up.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678670/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_and_shopping_centre_team_up.aspx Thu, 14 Dec 2023 12:00:00 GMT A Christmas appeal run by Alive Church charity Alive UK and Chantry Place in Norwich, has given hundreds of gifts to support local children and their caregivers and donations can still be made until December 17. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678628/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Children_tell_Norwich_Bishop_their_Christmas_hopes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678628/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Children_tell_Norwich_Bishop_their_Christmas_hopes.aspx Thu, 14 Dec 2023 10:30:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has produced a Christmas message with the help of pupils from Cringleford VC Church of England Primary School, asking them: “What do you hope for at Christmas?” http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678623/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/What_do_we_say_about_Father_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678623/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/What_do_we_say_about_Father_Christmas.aspx Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT James Knight suggests that we allow children to enjoy the wonder and magic of Father Christmas as a prelude to appreciating the miracle of our Saviour’s birth. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishops_Gaza_hospital_appeal_tops_37k.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishops_Gaza_hospital_appeal_tops_37k.aspx Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich’s appeal for the Al-Ahli hospital in Gaza has now reached over 37,000, of which 20,000 has already been sent for use with another transfer of money due soon. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678352/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Christian_youth_football_season_kicks_off_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678352/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Christian_youth_football_season_kicks_off_in.aspx Sun, 10 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian football youth league season finally got under way on Saturday December 9, probably the wettest day of the season. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678328/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Migrant_plan_will_hit_clergy_says_Bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678328/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Migrant_plan_will_hit_clergy_says_Bishop.aspx Sat, 09 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has questioned plans by the Government to lower migration levels with a higher minimum wage level, saying it will hit church workers coming to the UK to serve. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678141/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Graham_Dacre_opens_his_heart_to_Canon.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678141/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Graham_Dacre_opens_his_heart_to_Canon.aspx Thu, 07 Dec 2023 11:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian entrepreneur Graham Dacre, CBE, has spoken to Canon J John about being defrauded out of 12m, his dream of building a church, dark times in his life and his love of preaching the Gospel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_achieves_national_eco_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_achieves_national_eco_award.aspx Thu, 07 Dec 2023 09:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich has been awarded Eco Diocese Bronze status as part of its carbon reduction and creation care journey. The Eco Diocese award is part of the wider Eco Church scheme, which is a nationally developed award scheme run by A Rocha UK. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678138/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Candlelit_procession_starts_Advent_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678138/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Candlelit_procession_starts_Advent_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 06 Dec 2023 12:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral was filled with candlelight for a special service that celebrated the start of Advent when about 750 people attended the Candlelit Advent Procession that took place on Advent Sunday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678087/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Giving_your_mind_a_seasonal_de_clutter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678087/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Giving_your_mind_a_seasonal_de_clutter.aspx Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Ruth Lilley is starting to get caught up in the rush of Christmas preparations, but realises that, with God’s help, it is possible for Advent to be a season of relative calm and peace. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678002/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_churches_back_Ukraine_aid_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/678002/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_churches_back_Ukraine_aid_mission.aspx Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT Churches across Norfolk have been supporting the efforts of Swaffham road haulier Scott Stone and partner Zoe Waites to take humanitarian aid to the front line in war-hit Ukraine. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677821/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Norfolk_hospital_chaplains_bring_peace_and_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677821/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Norfolk_hospital_chaplains_bring_peace_and_hope.aspx Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT Mark Taylor is a hospital chaplain based in Cromer, and sees part of his role as bringing Jesus into people’s lives during times of pain and difficulty. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677754/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Renowned_author_and_former_Quidenham_prioress.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677754/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Renowned_author_and_former_Quidenham_prioress.aspx Sun, 03 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT Quidenham-based Carmelite nun and former Prioress, Sister Rachel Gregory OCD, renowned author of more than a dozen books on prayer and the spiritual life, died on November 10, aged 100. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677755/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_volunteers_pack_bags_of_kindness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677755/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_volunteers_pack_bags_of_kindness.aspx Sun, 03 Dec 2023 07:00:00 GMT Volunteers from Gateway Vineyard church in Norwich have donated and packed almost 300 Bags of Kindness to bring some festive cheer and encouragement to those in special need of it this Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677784/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_musician_Ben_releases_his_debut_album.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677784/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_musician_Ben_releases_his_debut_album.aspx Sat, 02 Dec 2023 20:25:00 GMT Norwich based Christian singer-songwriter Ben Lawrence has released his first album, created after the death of his twin brother By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677752/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_church_celebrates_its_150th_anniversary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677752/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_church_celebrates_its_150th_anniversary.aspx Sat, 02 Dec 2023 08:00:00 GMT Christ Church Eaton celebrated its 150th anniversary last weekend with a special exhibition in the church and a thanksgiving service attended by the Bishop of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677730/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Creating_media_and_faith_connections_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677730/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Creating_media_and_faith_connections_in_Norwich.aspx Fri, 01 Dec 2023 12:00:00 GMT Creating connections and a better understanding between the local media and faith communities in Norwich was the aim of the Religion Media Centre organized Creating Connections Conference at Norwich Cathedral yesterday http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677726/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_District_Methodist_Chair_on_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677726/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_District_Methodist_Chair_on_the.aspx Fri, 01 Dec 2023 12:00:00 GMT Chair of the East Anglia Methodist District, Rev Julian Pursehouse, has announced he is to leave the role for a position in West Yorkshire after nine years in post. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676463/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_farmer_who_lives_to_tell_nuclear.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676463/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_farmer_who_lives_to_tell_nuclear.aspx Fri, 01 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT Retired Norfolk farmer Colin King literally has an explosive story of nuclear explosions, car and sporting accidents. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677631/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Wedding_planning_leads_Katy_to_Broads_chaplaincy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677631/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Wedding_planning_leads_Katy_to_Broads_chaplaincy.aspx Thu, 30 Nov 2023 17:00:00 GMT Katy Prentice started out investigating whether she could get married on a boat and ended up joining the Waterways Chaplaincy team. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677458/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_church_reopens_after_four_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677458/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_church_reopens_after_four_years.aspx Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:00:00 GMT Wiveton St Mary church, which closed in 2019 after a roof beam fell from its ceiling during a storm, has re-opened after extensive repairs. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677349/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Sing_a_Christmas_song_to_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677349/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Sing_a_Christmas_song_to_God.aspx Wed, 29 Nov 2023 15:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon has started sorting through her Christmas decorations, but finds that some have lost their sparkle. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677291/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norfolk_churches_invited_to_join_in_Growing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677291/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norfolk_churches_invited_to_join_in_Growing.aspx Wed, 29 Nov 2023 12:00:00 GMT Imagine Norfolk Together are partnering with CUF to bring a workshop to Norfolk, which will explore how the Growing Good Toolkit can help churches to make a practical difference in their communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677223/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Norfolk_gets_new_County_Ecumenical_Officer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677223/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Churches_Together_in_Norfolk_and_Waveney/Norfolk_gets_new_County_Ecumenical_Officer.aspx Wed, 29 Nov 2023 12:00:00 GMT Norfolk and Waveney Churches Together has appointed Dr Ian Watson from North Norfolk as its new County Ecumenical Officer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677254/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Carbon_reduction_measures_at_Cromer_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677254/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Carbon_reduction_measures_at_Cromer_Church.aspx Tue, 28 Nov 2023 15:00:00 GMT Improvement works will start in the New Year at Cromer Parish Church to install an upgraded lighting and a state-of-the-art system to redistribute warm air from the top of the building down to ground level. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676466/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Goff_writes_of_Gospel_hope_through_tragedy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676466/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Goff_writes_of_Gospel_hope_through_tragedy.aspx Mon, 27 Nov 2023 16:00:00 GMT Former Norwich church leader Goff Hope has written a book about the hope in the Gospel and the goodness of God, drawing on his personal experience of tragedy, losing his daughter and his own battle with cancer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677217/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Christian_charity_mapping_Yarmouth_warm_hubs.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677217/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Christian_charity_mapping_Yarmouth_warm_hubs.aspx Mon, 27 Nov 2023 14:30:00 GMT The charity Imagine Norfolk Together is creating a map of warm spaces people can access across the Great Yarmouth Borough to keep warm over the winter months. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677142/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Bethlehem_and_Scrooge_in_mid_Norfolk_village.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677142/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Bethlehem_and_Scrooge_in_mid_Norfolk_village.aspx Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT A church car park transformed into Bethlehem, and a re-imagining of the story of Scrooge are the experiences on offer next month at “Christmas Alive” at a church in Ashill, near Swaffham. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677098/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Hard_times_strengthen_faith_says_Norfolk_author.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677098/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Hard_times_strengthen_faith_says_Norfolk_author.aspx Sat, 25 Nov 2023 10:00:00 GMT King’s Lynn writer, Georgie Tennant, who has recently seen her 30-day devotional book, The God Who Sees You, published, knows how hard times can strengthen your faith after losing a baby one Christmas. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677037/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Paul_s_70km_charity_run_to_mark.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/677037/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Paul_s_70km_charity_run_to_mark.aspx Fri, 24 Nov 2023 07:00:00 GMT To mark his 70th birthday, Norwich man Paul Coleman did not have a party or eat a cake – instead he ran 70km to raise 7,000 for a development project in West Africa. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676506/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Debut_album_from_Kings_church_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676506/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Debut_album_from_Kings_church_Norwich.aspx Thu, 23 Nov 2023 07:00:00 GMT King’s Norwich Worship is releasing a collection of songs, This Is Our Worship, on November 24. The first EP for the artist based at King’s Community Church in Norwich, the album will be preceded by two singles I Love You Lord and Forever And A Day. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676946/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Light_of_Peace_in_Holt_school_chapel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676946/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Light_of_Peace_in_Holt_school_chapel.aspx Thu, 23 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT A unique light installation named 'The Light of Peace' has been set up in Gresham’s School Chapel in Holt to inspire visitors to reflect on, and pray for, peace in our world. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676840/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Seizing_opportunities_In_the_world.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676840/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Seizing_opportunities_In_the_world.aspx Wed, 22 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Jane Walters has been taking the opportunity to share her faith in the unlikeliest of situations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676545/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Thriving_start_for_Norwich_ethical_coffee_shop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676545/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Thriving_start_for_Norwich_ethical_coffee_shop.aspx Tue, 21 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT Ethical coffee supplier Blue Bear, whose sole aim is to combat modern slavery, has opened a coffee and doughnut shop in the heart of Norwich to progress its “mission from God”. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676500/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_leaders_invited_to_join_the_miracle.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676500/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_leaders_invited_to_join_the_miracle.aspx Mon, 20 Nov 2023 15:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian leaders gathered for lunch and heard about the miracle God has been doing at The Chapel, and how Jesus invites each of us to be part of His miracles with the little we have to offer. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676315/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_familys_hope_after_nightmare_accident.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676315/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_familys_hope_after_nightmare_accident.aspx Sat, 18 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT A Christian family in South Norfolk suffered their worst nightmare when seven-year-old Nathanael was run over by their own car and suffered catastrophic life-threatening head and brain injuries. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676293/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Palestinian_refugees_helped_by_education_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676293/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Palestinian_refugees_helped_by_education_project.aspx Fri, 17 Nov 2023 17:00:00 GMT With escalating levels of violence in the Middle East,The Norfolk-founded John Aves Education Project (JAEP) is keeping in close contact with the students they support. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_team_win_several_national_accolades.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_team_win_several_national_accolades.aspx Fri, 17 Nov 2023 09:00:00 GMT Colleagues from YMCA Norfolk picked up a host of accolades at the recent YMCA national Youth Matters finals, held in London. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676072/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Winter_Good.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/676072/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Winter_Good.aspx Thu, 16 Nov 2023 12:00:00 GMT The Winter edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675929/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_warm_welcome_story_that_encourages.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675929/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_warm_welcome_story_that_encourages.aspx Wed, 15 Nov 2023 11:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere-Smith has been reminiscing, and suggests that we can be encouraged by the good news stories arising from our communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Is_the_New_Jerusalem_just_a_dream.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Is_the_New_Jerusalem_just_a_dream.aspx Sun, 12 Nov 2023 07:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant laments the fact that global tensions seem to have pervaded our society, and yearns for a time when we can live and flourish peacefully together. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675695/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_prison_mentors_charity_celebrates_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675695/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_prison_mentors_charity_celebrates_hope.aspx Fri, 10 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT Community Chaplaincy Norfolk (CCN) has celebrated five years of helping hundreds of ex-prisoners cope with life after prison, mainly through its mentoring scheme which starts at the prison gate. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675456/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_set_to_stage_toy_swap.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675456/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_set_to_stage_toy_swap.aspx Thu, 09 Nov 2023 11:00:00 GMT Oak Grove Community Church in Norwich is holding a toy swap event to help families reduce the cost of Christmas. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675515/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Building_a_bridge_across_those_divides.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675515/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Building_a_bridge_across_those_divides.aspx Wed, 08 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon has been watching the construction of a new bridge close to her home, now due to open in January, and reflects that bridge-building is an important aspiration for us all. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675508/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Ormesby_Chapel_Lego_cafe_builds_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675508/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Ormesby_Chapel_Lego_cafe_builds_community.aspx Tue, 07 Nov 2023 19:00:00 GMT The Chapel, Ormesby was once again packed out with families enjoying Lego, cakes and community during the October half-term break. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675459/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_podcasts_about_rebuilding_life_after_prison.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675459/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_podcasts_about_rebuilding_life_after_prison.aspx Tue, 07 Nov 2023 09:00:00 GMT Hope after prison: out of the tunnel - is a brand new three-part podcast series about rebuilding life after a prison sentence from Norwich-based charity Community Chaplaincy Norfolk (CCN). By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/673153/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christmas_card_shop_opens_in_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/673153/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christmas_card_shop_opens_in_church.aspx Fri, 03 Nov 2023 12:30:00 GMT The well-known Original Norwich Charity Christmas Card shop will be running in St Peter Mancroft church for its 58th year of operation until mid December. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675300/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Youth_choir_to_spark_joy_of_music.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675300/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Youth_choir_to_spark_joy_of_music.aspx Fri, 03 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT Erpingham Young People's Choir launches next week at St. Mary’s Church in Erpingham and any young person from seven to sixteen years old is warmly welcome to come along. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675287/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/YMCA_Norfolk_invitation_to_annual_celebration.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675287/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/YMCA_Norfolk_invitation_to_annual_celebration.aspx Thu, 02 Nov 2023 16:30:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk’s award ceremony is returning to celebrate the achievements of staff and young people. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675197/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Soul_Church_cross_and_opening_revealed.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675197/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Soul_Church_cross_and_opening_revealed.aspx Thu, 02 Nov 2023 10:00:00 GMT Soul Church in Norwich has announced the date of the official opening of its new, multi-million pound, 1,200-seater complex on Heartsease Lane which will have a four-metre illuminated cross on its frontage. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675187/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Be_still_the_key_to_effective_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675187/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Be_still_the_key_to_effective_prayer.aspx Thu, 02 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT James Knight offers us encouragement for our prayer times, but reminds us to make time to listen to God’s response. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675063/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Improved_facilities_planned_for_Briston_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/675063/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Improved_facilities_planned_for_Briston_church.aspx Wed, 01 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT All Saints' Church in Briston is seeking a lottery grant to upgrade its facilities, but the removal of the pews in readiness for the improvements has angered some of the local residents. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674880/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_of_Norwich_joins_the_House_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674880/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_of_Norwich_joins_the_House_of.aspx Sat, 28 Oct 2023 10:00:00 GMT Norfolk has a new member of the House of Lords after the Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham Usher was introduced as a Lords Spiritual in a short ceremony earlier this week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674871/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Church_begins_anniversary_celebrations.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674871/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Church_begins_anniversary_celebrations.aspx Sat, 28 Oct 2023 06:00:00 GMT Christ Church Eaton began its 150th anniversary celebrations with the first public performance of a specially commissioned anthem, Behold! How Good and Joyful by Simon Lole. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674781/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_East_Anglia_meets_Pope_Francis.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674781/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_East_Anglia_meets_Pope_Francis.aspx Fri, 27 Oct 2023 11:00:00 GMT The Catholic Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Peter Collins met Pope Francis during a formation conference for 230 new bishops in Rome during September. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674689/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/New_Bishop_baptises_and_confirms_in_Gorleston.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674689/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/New_Bishop_baptises_and_confirms_in_Gorleston.aspx Thu, 26 Oct 2023 10:50:00 GMT There was a day of celebration in Gorleston as the new Bishop of Thetford presided over a sea baptism and twelve confirmations. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Walsham_churchyard_sculptures_unveiled.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Walsham_churchyard_sculptures_unveiled.aspx Wed, 25 Oct 2023 23:00:00 GMT Two ploughshare sculptures have just been installed in the grounds of St Nicholas Church in North Walsham, along with a descriptive interpretation board. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674649/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_prayer_plea_for_both_Israel_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674649/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_prayer_plea_for_both_Israel_and.aspx Tue, 24 Oct 2023 23:00:00 GMT Norwich-based director of Christian Holy Land travel and education project Boundary Breakers, John Drake, has issued a heart-felt plea for prayer for all involved in the current conflict in the region. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Allowing_God_to_control_the_rhythm_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Allowing_God_to_control_the_rhythm_of.aspx Tue, 24 Oct 2023 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Ruth Lilley has discovered the best way to maintain the perfect rhythm in her busy life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674618/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Robin_found_faith_after_failed_suicide_attempt.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674618/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Robin_found_faith_after_failed_suicide_attempt.aspx Mon, 23 Oct 2023 23:00:00 GMT Former finance director Robin Hirsch became a Christian after a failed suicide attempt and has since experienced many miracles. You can hear him speak at the November dinner of the Norwich FGB on Monday 20th. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Preaching_ban_for_ex_East_Anglia_former.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Preaching_ban_for_ex_East_Anglia_former.aspx Mon, 23 Oct 2023 23:00:00 GMT A 12-month preaching and pastoral ban has been given to former president of the Methodist Conference, Rev Graham Thompson, who was previously the East Anglia District Chair, following a safeguarding investigation into his conduct. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674491/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/40_years_of_lunch_club_at_Cringleford.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674491/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/40_years_of_lunch_club_at_Cringleford.aspx Mon, 23 Oct 2023 14:00:00 GMT A lunch club in Cringleford located at St Peter’s church celebrated its 40th anniversary this week. Over the years the club has faithfully provided a sociable place and a hot meal for people who might otherwise be lonely. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674425/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Christian_leadership_summit_returns_to_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674425/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Christian_leadership_summit_returns_to_Norwich.aspx Thu, 19 Oct 2023 23:00:00 GMT The Global Leadership Summit returns to Norwich on November 16 and its speaker list includes Craig Groeschel, Erin Meyer, Rob Parsons and James Clear. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674377/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/My_heart_is_breaking_says_Bishop_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674377/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/My_heart_is_breaking_says_Bishop_of.aspx Wed, 18 Oct 2023 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich says his heart is breaking after the compound of the Anglican-run Al Ahli hospital in Gaza, which he visited less than two weeks ago, was hit by an explosion of as-yet undetermined origin earlier this week with many killed. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674227/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Pauls_70th_70k_run_raises_7k_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674227/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Pauls_70th_70k_run_raises_7k_for.aspx Tue, 17 Oct 2023 15:30:00 GMT Paul Coleman from Norwich ran 70km on his 70th birthday raising 7,000 for a Compassion UK project in Togo. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_worship_leader_Holly.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_worship_leader_Holly.aspx Sun, 15 Oct 2023 14:15:00 GMT Tributes to Holly Ellis, a worship leader from Ormesby, have flooded in from family and friends, describing her as having been a “beautiful, honest, gentle and very humble person” with an “incredible gifting and anointing.” By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674085/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_launches_Gaza_hospital_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/674085/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_launches_Gaza_hospital_appeal.aspx Thu, 12 Oct 2023 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has launched an appeal for a Christian-led hospital in Gaza which he saw at work first-hand just last week during a trip to the Middle East. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/673462/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Tyndale_House_team_to_lead_Norwich_conference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/673462/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Tyndale_House_team_to_lead_Norwich_conference.aspx Thu, 12 Oct 2023 11:00:00 GMT A team from Tyndale House in Cambridge is coming to Norwich in November for a morning conference called Trust, Love, Teach. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672848/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Transforming_Norwich_date_set_for_November.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672848/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Transforming_Norwich_date_set_for_November.aspx Thu, 12 Oct 2023 08:30:00 GMT The next Transforming Norwich Ministers and Leaders Together lunch will be on Wednesday November 15 at The Chapel, Gateway Vineyard. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/673461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Christian_leadership_training_day_in_Sheringham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/673461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Christian_leadership_training_day_in_Sheringham.aspx Tue, 10 Oct 2023 23:00:00 GMT North Norfolk Christian Leaders Fellowship is organising a training day in Sheringham next month for anyone in a Christian leadership role, and all are warmly invited to attend. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/673297/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Autumn_fruitfulness_shows_God_s_craftsmanship.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/673297/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Autumn_fruitfulness_shows_God_s_craftsmanship.aspx Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:00:00 GMT Keats described Autumn as the ‘season of mists and mellow fruitfulness’, and Jane Walters sees that fruitfulness as abundant evidence of God’s bountiful goodness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/673298/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Triple_speaker_bill_at_Transforming_Norwich_lunch.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/673298/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Triple_speaker_bill_at_Transforming_Norwich_lunch.aspx Mon, 09 Oct 2023 23:00:00 GMT The September Transforming Norwich leaders lunch at the Redeemed Christian Church of God in Thorpe St Andrew had a triple bill of speakers. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672501/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Ruth_s_Heart_Garden_book_getting_warm.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672501/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Ruth_s_Heart_Garden_book_getting_warm.aspx Mon, 09 Oct 2023 10:00:00 GMT Rev Ruth Scorey’s new book ‘Go Back to the Garden: a workbook for encountering God at close quarters’ is receiving encouraging reviews as it encourages the reader to develop a closer walk with God through the analogy of a garden. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/673259/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_toilet_and_kitchen_at_Whissonsett_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/673259/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_toilet_and_kitchen_at_Whissonsett_church.aspx Sun, 08 Oct 2023 23:00:00 GMT St Mary's Church at Whissonsett, 5 miles south of Fakenham, has finally completed a six-year project to install an accessible toilet and kitchenette. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/673173/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Lowestoft_Living_Word_to_focus_on_Hosea.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/673173/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Lowestoft_Living_Word_to_focus_on_Hosea.aspx Fri, 06 Oct 2023 18:00:00 GMT Mark Meynell is this year's speaker at the annual conference, and will take as his topic the book of Hosea, under the title of God’s Faithfulness to a Faithless People. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/673155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Bishop_of_Theford_welcomed_to_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/673155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Bishop_of_Theford_welcomed_to_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 06 Oct 2023 06:00:00 GMT The new Bishop of Thetford was consecrated at Westminster Abbey last week followed by a service of welcome at Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672350/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Golden_jubilee_grant_to_Norfolk_round_tower.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672350/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Golden_jubilee_grant_to_Norfolk_round_tower.aspx Thu, 05 Oct 2023 11:00:00 GMT St Mary and St Walstan’s Church, Bawburgh, near Norwich, has received a 3,000 grant to mark the 50th anniversary of the Round Tower Churches Society. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672937/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_season_of_thankfulness_for_God_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672937/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_season_of_thankfulness_for_God_s.aspx Wed, 04 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT With many churches holding harvest festivals at this time of year, Matthew Price is urging us to be grateful for all the good things that God has provided for us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672901/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_church_foodbanks_partner_for_event.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672901/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_church_foodbanks_partner_for_event.aspx Tue, 03 Oct 2023 18:00:00 GMT Representatives from church foodbanks, pantries and larders from across the borough of Great Yarmouth worked together to put on the information-sharing event for local agencies. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672607/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_church_set_to_hold_Enneagram_course.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672607/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_church_set_to_hold_Enneagram_course.aspx Sat, 30 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT St Luke’s church in Norwich is hosting a two-day interactive Enneagram course delivering practical wisdom and self-knowledge that can help change your life say organisers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672688/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_celebrates_finished_repairs.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672688/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_celebrates_finished_repairs.aspx Fri, 29 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT A South Norfolk church has celebrated the completion of phase 2 of a major project to repair the building walls, reports project co-ordinator Beryl Dawson. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672611/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_FGB_speaker_Jamie_led_a_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672611/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_FGB_speaker_Jamie_led_a_life.aspx Thu, 28 Sep 2023 11:00:00 GMT Rotherham FGB Chapter president Jamie Staniforth is a former criminal and drug dealer – and he will be speaking at the next meeting of the FGB in Norwich on Thursday October 26. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Former_Norwich_church_could_become_music_venue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Former_Norwich_church_could_become_music_venue.aspx Thu, 28 Sep 2023 11:00:00 GMT The Grade II listed former United Reformed Church on Princes Street in Norwich could soon be hosting live music events and a bar and restaurant with a planning application due to be decided soon. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Do_you_want_to_live_in_an.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Do_you_want_to_live_in_an.aspx Wed, 27 Sep 2023 23:00:00 GMT Rev Nigel Lacey has been working on a model railway, but reminds us of the stark contrast between a train set and the real world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Hindringham_Church_Friends_aim_to_save_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Hindringham_Church_Friends_aim_to_save_the.aspx Sun, 24 Sep 2023 23:00:00 GMT A Friends group has launched with the primary aim of raising funds to restore bell ringing to St Martin’s parish church in Hindringham. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672383/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Gospel_choir_to_rock_Minster_during_Yarmouth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672383/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Gospel_choir_to_rock_Minster_during_Yarmouth.aspx Sun, 24 Sep 2023 21:30:00 GMT The Happy Day Gospel Choir will be performing at the town's Minster as part of the Great Yarmouth Arts Festival By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672247/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_church_offers_free_money_advice_course.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672247/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_church_offers_free_money_advice_course.aspx Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:00:00 GMT Dereham Baptist Church is offering anyone a place on their free Christians Against Poverty Money course this October, in a bid to help people budget as energy bills soar. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672246/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_awarded_500k_for_coaching_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672246/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_awarded_500k_for_coaching_project.aspx Fri, 22 Sep 2023 10:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has been awarded almost 500k in grant funding from the National Lottery Community Fund to deliver a county-wide training, education and employment programme. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672244/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_says_PM_gambling_over.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672244/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_says_PM_gambling_over.aspx Thu, 21 Sep 2023 14:50:00 GMT In response to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s statement watering down and delaying net zero promises this week, the Diocese of Norwich says it continues to strive to achieve the Church of England net zero target of 2030. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672119/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_season_set_to_kick.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672119/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_season_set_to_kick.aspx Thu, 21 Sep 2023 11:00:00 GMT The new Norfolk Christian Football League adult season will kick off on Saturday September 23 with the largest number of teams for a number of years. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672179/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_attitude_of_gratitude_includes_the_everyday.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672179/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_attitude_of_gratitude_includes_the_everyday.aspx Wed, 20 Sep 2023 23:00:00 GMT James Knight is finding that his gratitude for the small things in his daily routine helps him to thank God for the more fundamental aspects of his life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_look_team_heads_up_Norfolk_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/672111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_look_team_heads_up_Norfolk_Christian.aspx Tue, 19 Sep 2023 11:00:00 GMT There is a new-look committee for the Norfolk Christian League’s new season but the aim is still the same - to link church to community through the medium of football, according to new league chairman Tom Horsfall. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671348/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Methodist_Minister_for_Yarmouth_area.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671348/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Methodist_Minister_for_Yarmouth_area.aspx Mon, 18 Sep 2023 11:00:00 GMT Judith Bell has taken on leadership of five churches in the Borough of Great Yarmouth in her first role as a Methodist Minister. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671956/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Now_is_the_time_for_change_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671956/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Now_is_the_time_for_change_for.aspx Sun, 17 Sep 2023 23:00:00 GMT Director of Norwich Youth for Christ Nick Blanch is stepping down after 11 year at the helm of the local charity. He feels the time is right to move on to a new national role and open an opportunity for a new director. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671471/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_charitys_emergency_earthquake_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671471/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_charitys_emergency_earthquake_appeal.aspx Thu, 14 Sep 2023 05:30:00 GMT On Monday, Street Child - an international children's charity founded in Norfolk – launched an emergency appeal to help those caught up in the devastating earthquake in Morocco. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671369/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Let_the_Saviour_take_the_pain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671369/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Let_the_Saviour_take_the_pain.aspx Tue, 12 Sep 2023 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Ruth Lilley finds that certain songs can trigger past hurts, but she does not have to deal with these on her own. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671317/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/90_year_old_retired_Beccles_vicar_cycling.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671317/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/90_year_old_retired_Beccles_vicar_cycling.aspx Mon, 11 Sep 2023 19:00:00 GMT Peter Langford, who turned 90 last month, is on his way from Land’s End to John O’Groats on his bike to raise money for charity. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671108/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Briston_church_launches_Upcycling_Festival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671108/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Briston_church_launches_Upcycling_Festival.aspx Sun, 10 Sep 2023 23:00:00 GMT The Twin Tracks Upcycling Festival aspires that nothing should be wasted, with exhibitions, workshops, talks, and demonstrations at All Saints Briston and St Mary Burgh Parva from this Tuesday. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671105/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_opening_tournament_held.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671105/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_opening_tournament_held.aspx Sat, 09 Sep 2023 23:00:00 GMT The first footballs of the new Norfolk Christian Football League season were kicked at a pre-season tournament held at Sloughbottom Park in Norwich on Saturday September 9. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Varied_inter_faith_events_are_set_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Varied_inter_faith_events_are_set_for.aspx Fri, 08 Sep 2023 23:00:00 GMT Norwich inter faith events relating to climate, education and media have been held or are coming up soon, reports David Griffith, chair of the Norwich Inter Faith Forum. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671045/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_solar_panels_plan_goes_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/671045/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_solar_panels_plan_goes_to.aspx Fri, 08 Sep 2023 11:00:00 GMT A South Norfolk church has has its plans to put solar panels on a 30-year-old extension to the church approved by South Norfolk Council, but because of an objection by Historic England, the plan still needs to be approved by the government. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670954/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_stages_a_keep_cool_tea.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670954/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_stages_a_keep_cool_tea.aspx Wed, 06 Sep 2023 23:00:00 GMT If you want a way to keep cool in the summer, warm in the winter and enjoy a free cup of coffee or tea party, St George’s, Colegate, Norwich, is the place for you. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670952/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Explore_a_calling_to_ministry_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670952/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Explore_a_calling_to_ministry_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 06 Sep 2023 19:00:00 GMT The Shared Vocation Space, run by the Diocese of Norwich, offers a chance for anyone to explore a calling to ministry through a series of sessions this autumn. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_need_for_integrity_in_leadership.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_need_for_integrity_in_leadership.aspx Tue, 05 Sep 2023 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere-Smith reminds us of the importance of matching our actions to our words, especially for those in a leadership role. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670840/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Hear_of_couples_life_changing_encounters_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670840/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Hear_of_couples_life_changing_encounters_with.aspx Tue, 05 Sep 2023 11:00:00 GMT Norwich couple Paul and Linda Coleman shared their life-changing encounters with God at the September dinner of the FGB in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670567/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Church_profile_Gorleston_Baptist_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670567/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Church_profile_Gorleston_Baptist_Church.aspx Tue, 05 Sep 2023 09:50:00 GMT As part of a new feature which highlights churches from across our region, we find out more about Gorleston Baptist Church which is located on Lowestoft Road, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670825/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Hundreds_enjoy_Sheringham_BeachLife_outreach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670825/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Hundreds_enjoy_Sheringham_BeachLife_outreach.aspx Mon, 04 Sep 2023 23:00:00 GMT Four days of fun, games, and discovering Jesus on Sheringham clifftops and beach have now ended, as this year's BeachLife has been hailed as a resounding success. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Taverham_church_welcomes_new_pastor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Taverham_church_welcomes_new_pastor.aspx Mon, 04 Sep 2023 18:00:00 GMT Taverham Evangelical Church, which serves communities in Taverham, Drayton and Thorpe Marriott, has appointed Noel Wood as their new senior pastor, taking over from Pastor Vic Ready as he steps down and retires with his wife Gill. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670726/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Oulton_Broad_churches_are_young_at_heart.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670726/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Oulton_Broad_churches_are_young_at_heart.aspx Sat, 02 Sep 2023 15:00:00 GMT Over four days 60 people attended the Young at Heart holiday club for fun, food, laughter and fellowship. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670518/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Jerusalem_Rector_set_to_speak_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670518/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Jerusalem_Rector_set_to_speak_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:00:00 GMT St Stephen’s Church Norwich is set to host the Rector of Christ Church Jerusalem, Rev David Pileggi on Tuesday September 12, at 7.30pm, to speak about Christ Church – a Christian Presence amongst Arabs and Jews. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670485/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Vicar_celebrates_25_years_of_priesthood.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670485/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Vicar_celebrates_25_years_of_priesthood.aspx Wed, 30 Aug 2023 09:00:00 GMT Patrick Richmond is the vicar of Christ Church in Eaton, Norwich and is celebrating 25 years of priesthood this year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670230/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Eating_ice_cream_when_life_rains_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670230/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Eating_ice_cream_when_life_rains_on.aspx Wed, 30 Aug 2023 06:00:00 GMT Jane Walters celebrates the holiday season with an ice cream, but hopes for better weather than a previous occasion when she consumed one. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670470/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Baptisms_held_at_Bradwell_swimming_pool.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670470/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Baptisms_held_at_Bradwell_swimming_pool.aspx Tue, 29 Aug 2023 14:30:00 GMT A baptism service was recently held in a local swimming pool for three members of the new Bradwell Elim Pentecostal Church. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_Minster_leads_national_online_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_Minster_leads_national_online_service.aspx Mon, 28 Aug 2023 15:30:00 GMT Great Yarmouth Minster hosted and led the Church of England’s weekly online Sunday service this week. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670144/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Your_chance_to_say_thanks_to_YMCA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670144/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Your_chance_to_say_thanks_to_YMCA.aspx Mon, 28 Aug 2023 10:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has launched a campaign, #thanksYMCA, to celebrate the small things its staff and volunteers do that have a huge impact in transforming the lives of young people across the county. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670146/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_summer_club_explores_creation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670146/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_summer_club_explores_creation.aspx Sun, 27 Aug 2023 19:00:00 GMT A South Norfolk church has hosted a summer club for children to explore different topics around the theme of creation through painting, flower arranging, other art and crafts, music as well as Bible stories. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670012/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Be_transformed_at_Norfolk_School_of_Supernatural.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670012/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Be_transformed_at_Norfolk_School_of_Supernatural.aspx Sat, 26 Aug 2023 23:00:00 GMT The School of Supernatural Life at Hope Church in Wymondham is set to run for the ninth year in a row from late September and bookings have now opened. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670151/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Emmaus_exhibition_to_reveal_future_Norfolk_plans.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670151/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Emmaus_exhibition_to_reveal_future_Norfolk_plans.aspx Fri, 25 Aug 2023 13:00:00 GMT Emmaus Norfolk and Waveney, a homelessness charity in South Norfolk, is opening an exhibition in September, in conjunction with Norfolk Heritage Week, to celebrate the heritage of the site and to launch the charity's future plans. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670079/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Transforming_Norwich_date_set_for_September.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670079/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Transforming_Norwich_date_set_for_September.aspx Thu, 24 Aug 2023 08:00:00 GMT There is still time to book in for the next Transforming Norwich Ministers and Leaders Together lunch which will be on Wednesday September 20 at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Norwich. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670129/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_are_called_to_love_as_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670129/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_are_called_to_love_as_God.aspx Tue, 22 Aug 2023 23:00:00 GMT Philip Young encourages us to realise how much we are loved by God, and how we should respond to that by loving others. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670016/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Celebrate_God_s_Gifts_on_Disability_Awareness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670016/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Celebrate_God_s_Gifts_on_Disability_Awareness.aspx Tue, 22 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT Christian disability inclusion charity, Through the Roof is offering Norfolk churches free resources to hold a Disability Awareness Sunday this September. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670018/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Outreach_equipping_conference_set_for_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/670018/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Outreach_equipping_conference_set_for_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 21 Aug 2023 23:00:00 GMT Hope Church in Wymondham is set to host Harvest 2023 – an outreach equipping conference with guest speakers Adrian Holloway and Dominic Muir – in late September. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669959/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_urged_to_join_shoebox_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669959/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_urged_to_join_shoebox_project.aspx Mon, 21 Aug 2023 23:00:00 GMT More churches across the region are being urged to engage with the Operation Christmas Child campaign, run by international relief organisation Samaritan’s Purse, and fill shoeboxes with gifts for needy children around the world. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/UEA_student_Marks_journey_to_Catholic_priesthood.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/UEA_student_Marks_journey_to_Catholic_priesthood.aspx Mon, 21 Aug 2023 11:00:00 GMT Former UEA student and occupational therapist Mark Ashwood was ordained a Catholic priest by Bishop Peter Collins at St John’s Cathedral in Norwich recently. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669917/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Watertight_Merton_Church_serving_the_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669917/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Watertight_Merton_Church_serving_the_community.aspx Sun, 20 Aug 2023 23:00:00 GMT Picturesque St Peter’s Church in Merton, near Watton, has had a new roof, as well as an upgrade of facilities, and is now able to host community events. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669871/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Aylsham_church_bells_to_ring_out_again.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669871/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Aylsham_church_bells_to_ring_out_again.aspx Fri, 18 Aug 2023 10:00:00 GMT Aylsham Parish Church are celebrating the return of its ten bells which have been repaired and restored, and are currently being re-installed in the tower. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669676/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Investment_plea_for_Norfolk_home_for_homeless.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669676/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Investment_plea_for_Norfolk_home_for_homeless.aspx Thu, 17 Aug 2023 06:00:00 GMT A Christian partnership in South Norfolk is looking for investors to help buy a home for homeless people in Diss. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669669/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Differences_but_not_division_in_the_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669669/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Differences_but_not_division_in_the_Church.aspx Wed, 16 Aug 2023 10:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant urges Christians to focus on what unites us rather than to allow our differences of opinion to create disunity in the Church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669541/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/_440k_repairs_completed_to_N_Tuddenham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669541/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/_440k_repairs_completed_to_N_Tuddenham.aspx Sun, 13 Aug 2023 23:15:00 GMT Parishioners at St Mary's church, North Tuddenham are celebrating following completion of extensive repairs to the tower walls, foundations and drainage which started back in March 2021. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669427/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Six_year_project_to_repair_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669427/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Six_year_project_to_repair_Norfolk_church.aspx Wed, 09 Aug 2023 23:00:00 GMT After a six-year repair project, the historic Carleton Rode Baptist Church in South Norfolk is finally finished and a thanksgiving service will be held in September. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669233/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_coastal_worship_tour_for_Hope_Bus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669233/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_coastal_worship_tour_for_Hope_Bus.aspx Wed, 09 Aug 2023 23:00:00 GMT The Hope Bus is back on the road, and touring Lowestoft and the Norfolk coast with the Good News of Jesus next week. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669160/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Help_YMCA_Norfolk_reach_finals_of_youth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669160/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Help_YMCA_Norfolk_reach_finals_of_youth.aspx Wed, 09 Aug 2023 13:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has been announced as semi-finalists in five categories of the Youth Matters Awards 2023 and is appealing for help to reach the national finals. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669145/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Refrain_from_complaining_Thank_God_instead.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669145/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Refrain_from_complaining_Thank_God_instead.aspx Tue, 08 Aug 2023 23:00:00 GMT James Knight points out that our lives will be enriched if we respond to circumstances with positivity, rather than moaning and complaining. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669135/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Charity_highlights_Norwich_church_social_action.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/669135/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Charity_highlights_Norwich_church_social_action.aspx Tue, 08 Aug 2023 15:30:00 GMT Oak Grove Community Church has been celebrated by Cinnamon Network for the social action work it does in North Norwich. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668944/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Faith_festival_that_thinks_differently_is_50.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668944/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Faith_festival_that_thinks_differently_is_50.aspx Sun, 06 Aug 2023 23:00:00 GMT Christian festival Greenbelt is celebrating 50 years this year and is set for the August bank holiday weekend, and it’ll be as ecclectic as ever, says Norwich-based chair of trustees Sam Pittam-Smith. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668893/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Bible_based_escape_room_ready_for_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668893/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Bible_based_escape_room_ready_for_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 04 Aug 2023 17:30:00 GMT Puzzle Pod, a new Bible-based portable escape room for 8 to 11 year olds, is ready to come to your school or church this autumn. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668911/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Church_backed_Caister_larders_year_of_change.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668911/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Church_backed_Caister_larders_year_of_change.aspx Fri, 04 Aug 2023 14:15:00 GMT Caister Community Larder, which became a registered charity just over a year ago, has seen 12 months of development as it has moved from running a purely referral-based foodbank to opening a larder which is open to all who need it. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Blessings_abound_as_Norfolk_house_church_thrives.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Blessings_abound_as_Norfolk_house_church_thrives.aspx Fri, 04 Aug 2023 10:00:00 GMT Liberty is a house church which meets in Frettenham, north of Norwich, every Sunday. They are seeing people encouraged and blessed every week, as the church continues to thrive. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668802/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Report_on_keeping_Norfolk_church_buildings_open.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668802/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Report_on_keeping_Norfolk_church_buildings_open.aspx Thu, 03 Aug 2023 10:00:00 GMT A recent report has recommended expanding the scope of the Norwich Diocesan Churches Trust, recruiting more Building Support Officers, setting up a local Culture and Heritage Partnership and employing a Community Engagement Officer. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668795/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_Vicar_to_run_5k_for_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668795/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_Vicar_to_run_5k_for_charity.aspx Thu, 03 Aug 2023 08:00:00 GMT On Saturday 26th August Revd Ashley Hines, Team Vicar in the Great Yarmouth Parish, will be undertaking a 5 kilometre run with fellow church member Rose Bishop to raise money for the Great Yarmouth Pathway. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668450/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Johns_Pastor_in_Peril_blog.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668450/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Johns_Pastor_in_Peril_blog.aspx Wed, 02 Aug 2023 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich pastor has started a blog to document some of the lessons he has learned in his 75 years of life and ministry. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668452/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Thanks_to_the_heroes_of_Christian_Aid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668452/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Thanks_to_the_heroes_of_Christian_Aid.aspx Wed, 02 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT Churches and individuals in Norwich and Norfolk raised a fantastic 20,000 (including gift aid) this year during Christian Aid Week, with the support of the Norwich Christian Aid Commission. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Paul_marks_his_70th_with_70k_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Paul_marks_his_70th_with_70k_to.aspx Wed, 02 Aug 2023 10:00:00 GMT On October 8, his 70th birthday, Paul Coleman from Norwich will be running 70 kilometres and hopes to raise 7000 for Compassion UK. By Peter Bending http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668705/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Coping_with_the_rough_seas_of_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668705/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Coping_with_the_rough_seas_of_life.aspx Tue, 01 Aug 2023 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Ruth Lilley has found that her faith in Jesus has helped her cope with the rough seas of life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668299/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Gorleston_Church_moves_services_outside.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668299/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Gorleston_Church_moves_services_outside.aspx Wed, 26 Jul 2023 08:00:00 GMT Cliff Park Community Church in Gorleston is planning a series of outside services over the summer, including two at Gorleston bandstand. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668288/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_cafe_closes_for_revamp.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668288/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_cafe_closes_for_revamp.aspx Tue, 25 Jul 2023 17:00:00 GMT A very popular community cafe based in a South Norfolk church is closing over the summer months in order to be able to re-fit its kitchen in line with its vision. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668290/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Matthew_Project_names_Rachel_as_its_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668290/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Matthew_Project_names_Rachel_as_its_new.aspx Mon, 24 Jul 2023 23:00:00 GMT Leading Norfolk substance misuse and mental health charity, the Matthew Project, has appointed Rachel Chapman as its permanent Chief Executive (CEO). By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668250/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Flowers_fun_and_music_at_Bradwell_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/668250/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Flowers_fun_and_music_at_Bradwell_church.aspx Mon, 24 Jul 2023 18:00:00 GMT St Nicholas Church in Bradwell hosted a packed weekend for the community, which included a flower festival, fete, concert by The Chorus of St Cecilia and pet service. The theme for the weekend was ‘Summer Glory’ to celebrate the wonder of God’s creation. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667842/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/How_can_I_find_a_good_funeral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667842/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Services_Directory/How_can_I_find_a_good_funeral.aspx Sat, 22 Jul 2023 13:00:00 GMT Finding a good, reliable funeral director to help you through a time of bereavement can be a real help at a moment of need. Norwich Christian funeral director, Kevin Cobbold, has some helpful advice. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667666/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_readers_love_news_events_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667666/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_readers_love_news_events_and.aspx Thu, 20 Jul 2023 07:00:00 GMT Readers of the Network Norfolk website love news about people, churches, Christian organisations, events and job opportunities across our county, according to our recent reader survey. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Where_do_you_rest_in_God_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Where_do_you_rest_in_God_s.aspx Wed, 19 Jul 2023 13:00:00 GMT Jane Walters is currently seeking rest and refreshment on holiday, but reminds us that lasting peace and contentment can only be found in God’s presence. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667808/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_ministers_personal_story_of_a_winning.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667808/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_ministers_personal_story_of_a_winning.aspx Tue, 18 Jul 2023 11:00:00 GMT Former Norwich church leader Goff Hope, has written a book about the hope in the gospel and the goodness of God, drawing on his personal experience of tragedy, losing his daughter and his own battle with cancer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667755/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_BeachLife_family_outreach_returns.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667755/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_BeachLife_family_outreach_returns.aspx Sun, 16 Jul 2023 23:00:00 GMT Plans are being finalized for this years BeachLife activity week on Sheringham clifftops and beach at the end of August, and the week promises to be enormous fun for the whole family. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norwich_church_and_league_youth_football_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norwich_church_and_league_youth_football_project.aspx Sun, 16 Jul 2023 21:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League has teamed up with a Norwich church to provide support and resources to help other local churches launch youth football teams for the coming season. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667692/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_Morrisons_collection_for_foodbank.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667692/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_Morrisons_collection_for_foodbank.aspx Sat, 15 Jul 2023 15:00:00 GMT Morrisons in Gorleston is inviting customers to support local charity, Yarmouth and Magdalen Foodbank, at its food drive next week. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667691/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_homelessness_charity_to_shut.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667691/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_homelessness_charity_to_shut.aspx Sat, 15 Jul 2023 10:00:00 GMT The Living Room Great Yarmouth, which has supported those who are homeless or vulnerably housed for the last 6 years is set to wind down. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667685/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Fireman_Dan_is_also_a_Sheringham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667685/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Fireman_Dan_is_also_a_Sheringham_church.aspx Sat, 15 Jul 2023 08:00:00 GMT There was a baptism of fire for Sheringham church pastor Daniel Ward when he decided to take on a role as a retained firefighter during the hottest summer the country has ever seen last year. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667548/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Lynn_writer_publishes_30_day.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667548/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Lynn_writer_publishes_30_day.aspx Fri, 14 Jul 2023 17:00:00 GMT King’s Lynn writer and part-time English teacher, Georgie Tennant has seen her 30-day devotional book, The God Who Sees You, published with Kevin Mayhew. Peter Bending reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667684/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/48_hr_Revival_prayer_walk_along_N.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667684/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/48_hr_Revival_prayer_walk_along_N.aspx Fri, 14 Jul 2023 10:00:00 GMT Walkers from Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham were praying for Revival this week as they trekked from Hunstanton to Sheringham in 48 hours. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667552/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_Norfolk_content_editor_returns_to_Africa.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667552/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_Norfolk_content_editor_returns_to_Africa.aspx Thu, 13 Jul 2023 14:00:00 GMT Former Network Norfolk content editor Eldred Willey has just visited Uganda with Christian development charity International Needs to support a safe drinking water project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667653/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Two_Catholic_priests_are_ordained_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667653/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Two_Catholic_priests_are_ordained_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 12 Jul 2023 23:00:00 GMT East Anglia Catholic seminarians, Dcn Mark Ashwood and Dcn Bienn Carlo Manuntag, were ordained as priests on a joyous day at the Cathedral of St John the Baptist, Norwich, on Saturday July 8, presided over by Bishop of East Anglia the Rt Rev Peter Collins http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667626/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/It_is_time_for_the_hope_carriers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667626/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/It_is_time_for_the_hope_carriers.aspx Wed, 12 Jul 2023 23:00:00 GMT Following a visit to Uganda with Compassion UK and other Spring Harvest leaders earlier this year, Leon Evans believes that the Church is alive, and is a source of great hope for us all. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667592/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Rector_for_Catholic_National_Shrine_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667592/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Rector_for_Catholic_National_Shrine_at.aspx Wed, 12 Jul 2023 11:00:00 GMT The Rev Dr Robert Billing has been appointed the new Rector of the Catholic National Shrine of Our Lady at Walsingham in Norfolk. He will serve for a five-year term and will take up his new responsibilities from September 1. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667575/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/New_Bradwell_Church_starts_thriving_drop_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667575/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/New_Bradwell_Church_starts_thriving_drop_in.aspx Wed, 12 Jul 2023 09:00:00 GMT Bradwell Elim Pentecostal Church has only been in existence for a year, but it has already launched a popular community drop-in, known as Saturday Warm Space. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667398/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Celebrating_650th_Julian_of_Norwich_anniversary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667398/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Celebrating_650th_Julian_of_Norwich_anniversary.aspx Tue, 11 Jul 2023 11:00:00 GMT This year marks the 650th anniversary of the Shewings of Julian of Norwich with events in Norwich and further afield marking the occasion. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667515/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Anglican_priest_also_runs_Broadland_DIY_store.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667515/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Anglican_priest_also_runs_Broadland_DIY_store.aspx Mon, 10 Jul 2023 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk church minister Andrew Bevan is known locally as “Rev Hardware” because he also runs a DIY store and garden centre in Brundall with his wife Alison. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Nick_s_50_years_of_playing_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Nick_s_50_years_of_playing_Norfolk.aspx Sun, 09 Jul 2023 08:00:00 GMT Nick Walmsley has just completed an impressive 50 years of service as the organist at St Helen’s, Hoveton and Our Lady and St Walstan, Costessey, using the talent he believes God has given him, despite health challenges. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667358/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Allow_God_to_edit_your_memories.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667358/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Allow_God_to_edit_your_memories.aspx Sat, 08 Jul 2023 07:00:00 GMT The summer holiday season brings the opportunity for lots of photos, and Jane Walters explains why God’s photo-editing can be such a blessing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666976/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ecology_prize_awarded_by_Bishop_of_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666976/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ecology_prize_awarded_by_Bishop_of_Norwich.aspx Fri, 07 Jul 2023 14:00:00 GMT A University of East Anglia student has been awarded an ecology prize by the Rt Rev Graham Usher, Bishop of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666825/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/UEA_researcher_Bens_world_of_football_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666825/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/UEA_researcher_Bens_world_of_football_and.aspx Fri, 07 Jul 2023 10:00:00 GMT There is only one thing which German football expert, UEA researcher and podcast presenter Ben McFadyean is more enthusiastic about than the “beautiful game” – and that is his Catholic faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667329/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_welcomes_14_new_clergy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667329/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_welcomes_14_new_clergy.aspx Thu, 06 Jul 2023 08:30:00 GMT Last weekend the Diocese of Norwich welcomed eight new priests and six deacons to its ranks of clergy during ordinations at Norwich Anglican Cathedral. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Wighton_chapel_becomes_new_Methodist_museum.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Wighton_chapel_becomes_new_Methodist_museum.aspx Wed, 05 Jul 2023 23:00:00 GMT The East Anglia Methodist Heritage Centre has opened in a former chapel at Wighton in North Norfolk, dedicated to the history of Methodism in the region. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667270/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_holiday_park_partners_with_foodbank.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667270/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_holiday_park_partners_with_foodbank.aspx Wed, 05 Jul 2023 15:05:00 GMT The Haven Seashore holiday park has introduced a new approach in order to support the Yarmouth and Magdalen foodbank. By Anna Heydon http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667161/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Summer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667161/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Summer.aspx Wed, 05 Jul 2023 09:00:00 GMT The Summer edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Praying_for_those_crying_out_to_be.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Praying_for_those_crying_out_to_be.aspx Tue, 04 Jul 2023 23:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant urges us to hear the cries of those in anguish, and continue to pray long after the headline-writers have moved on. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667205/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Bible_storytelling_event_invite_at_Ely_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667205/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Bible_storytelling_event_invite_at_Ely_Cathedral.aspx Tue, 04 Jul 2023 13:25:00 GMT The Bible Society’s Open the Book project is staging its Story Well Told event with author Bob Hartman in Ely Cathedral on July 17 and warmly invites all Christians to attend. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667134/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Singers_wanted_for_musical_at_Lowestoft_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667134/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Singers_wanted_for_musical_at_Lowestoft_church.aspx Tue, 04 Jul 2023 08:00:00 GMT Roger Jones, composer and director with Christian Music Ministries, is looking for singers and musicians to take part in his musical-in-a-day production of Saints Alive! which will take place at Trinity Methodist church in Lowestoft. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667128/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_fund_raiser_for_earthquake_victims.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667128/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_fund_raiser_for_earthquake_victims.aspx Mon, 03 Jul 2023 15:00:00 GMT Homelessness charity Emmaus Norfolk and Waveney is standing in solidarity with survivors of the devasting Turkey-Syria earthquake and hosting a fundraising event at its Ditchingham site on Saturday July 8 including a visit from its president Terry Waite http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667198/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Hear_Ivors_story_of_50_years_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667198/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Hear_Ivors_story_of_50_years_of.aspx Sun, 02 Jul 2023 23:00:00 GMT Norwich man Ivor Boulton heard a voice telling him, to “go out and preach” and he has been doing so for 50 years now. He told his story at the July dinner of the FGB in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667138/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prince_presents_Bishops_environment_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/667138/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prince_presents_Bishops_environment_award.aspx Sun, 02 Jul 2023 15:00:00 GMT HRH The Prince of Wales, a committed environmentalist himself, has presented the Bishop of Norwich Sustainable Environmentalist Young Employee of the Year Award to Robert Jackets, an apprentice at Salle Farms. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664716/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norfolk_blogger_offers_online_creation_discussion.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664716/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Norfolk_blogger_offers_online_creation_discussion.aspx Sat, 01 Jul 2023 11:00:00 GMT Norfolk-based Christian blogger James Knight has hosted an online discussion on creation and evolution which is now available to watch on YouTube. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666948/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_adds_two_new_content_editors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666948/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_adds_two_new_content_editors.aspx Thu, 29 Jun 2023 13:00:00 GMT Network Norfolk has expanded its team with the appointment of two new content editors: Anna Heydon will cover East Norfolk and Peter Bending will cover West Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666983/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Major_Radio_4_boost_for_Norfolk_childrens.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666983/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Major_Radio_4_boost_for_Norfolk_childrens.aspx Wed, 28 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT Street Child - an international children's charity founded in Norfolk – has had a major funding boost with news that BBC Radio 4 will be broadcasting its Education is Her Right campaign this coming week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666979/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Will_declining_morals_lead_to_collapse_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666979/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Will_declining_morals_lead_to_collapse_of.aspx Wed, 28 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT James Knight suggests that the increasing liberalisation in our society, and the decline of Christian values, could lead to the eventual collapse of that society. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666936/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_charity_founder_Sallies_story_of_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666936/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_charity_founder_Sallies_story_of_faith.aspx Wed, 28 Jun 2023 08:00:00 GMT Sallie Boyd, founder of Norfolk-based young carers charity Connects and Co suffered a massive stroke in 2021, yet continues to pray for and care about the families supported by the charity. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666933/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_pastor_attends_breakfast_with_MP.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666933/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_pastor_attends_breakfast_with_MP.aspx Tue, 27 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT The annual Parliamentary prayer breakfast was held yesterday, and Sheringham minister Ian Savory was there as a guest of North Norfolk MP Duncan Baker. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666785/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_to_stage_free_activities_week.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666785/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_to_stage_free_activities_week.aspx Fri, 23 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich church is set to stage a week of free activities and events in a city park during the first week of the summer holidays. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666720/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Young_YMCA_residents_help_open_new_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666720/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Young_YMCA_residents_help_open_new_Norwich.aspx Thu, 22 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT Young people living at YMCA Norwich Central were honoured to be part of unveiling to the public a new charity shop in the city centre. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666599/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/New_group_launched_for_Norfolk_church_administrators.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666599/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/New_group_launched_for_Norfolk_church_administrators.aspx Thu, 22 Jun 2023 10:00:00 GMT A new group for administration workers of churches and Christian organisations in Norfolk is being set up by Becca Savory, Operations Manager for Oak Grove Community Church, supported by UK Church Administrator Network (UCAN). By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_do_I_respond_to_the_loaves.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_do_I_respond_to_the_loaves.aspx Tue, 20 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley has been taking a fresh look at the story of the feeding of 5000 people, and wonders how she would have responded if she had been there. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666436/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_Christian_youth_worker_moves_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666436/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_Christian_youth_worker_moves_on.aspx Mon, 19 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT Matt Ashpole, youth worker with Identity in Gorleston, will be leaving next month, and his supporters are invited to a Thank You event to pray for Matt and give thanks for his work. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_finishes_raising_its_roof.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_finishes_raising_its_roof.aspx Mon, 19 Jun 2023 19:00:00 GMT A South Norfolk church and community are finally able to celebrate completion of its Raise the Roof project after six years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666335/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Norfolk_hosts_needed_for_Ukrainian_families.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666335/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Norfolk_hosts_needed_for_Ukrainian_families.aspx Sun, 18 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk County Council is looking for new hosts to join the hundreds of other Norfolk residents who have opened their homes for a family or individuals from Ukraine and it is appealing to churches, congregations and faith groups to join in. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666258/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Senior_Methodist_leaders_are_facing_investigation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666258/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Senior_Methodist_leaders_are_facing_investigation.aspx Thu, 15 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT The president of the Methodist Conference, who was formerly the East Anglia District Chair, and its vice-president, are facing separate investigations into their conduct. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665786/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Prayer_support_appeal_for_Latitude_Festival_Pastors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665786/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Prayer_support_appeal_for_Latitude_Festival_Pastors.aspx Wed, 14 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT Town Pastors from across Suffolk and Norfolk will be supporting the Latitude music festival once again this year as Festival Pastors and they would like your prayer support. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666078/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Downing_Street_names_the_new_Bishop_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666078/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Downing_Street_names_the_new_Bishop_of.aspx Wed, 14 Jun 2023 18:30:00 GMT Downing Street has announced this morning that the Ven Ian Bishop, former vicar of the Tas Valley Benefice, is to become the next Bishop of Thetford. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665826/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_celebration_for_historic_churches_society.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665826/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_celebration_for_historic_churches_society.aspx Wed, 14 Jun 2023 11:00:00 GMT A golden jubilee milestone of a leading Norfolk-based church conservation charity was marked by special celebrations. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666012/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Count_your_blessings_and_thank_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/666012/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Count_your_blessings_and_thank_God.aspx Tue, 13 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere-Smith recently attended his son’s wedding, which made him realise, again, how much he has to be thankful for. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_singer_to_host_one_day_music.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_singer_to_host_one_day_music.aspx Mon, 12 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT The daughter of a Norwich church minister has launched an intimate one-day music festival at Thorington Theatre in Suffolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665797/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League_appeals_for_volunteers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665797/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League_appeals_for_volunteers.aspx Mon, 12 Jun 2023 11:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League is looking to fill positions such as chairman, secretary, treasurer and social media officer at its AGM on June 20 and is inviting volunteers from both inside and outside the current league to consider joining them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665793/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_book_fair_to_support_development_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665793/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_book_fair_to_support_development_charity.aspx Sun, 11 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT The annual Feed the Minds book fair in Norwich is set to run once again at St Andrew’s Church from July 13 to 15 to support a training project in Sierra Leone, continuing a 50-year tradition. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Inspirational_art_in_Holt_school_chapel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Inspirational_art_in_Holt_school_chapel.aspx Sun, 11 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT Around 100 students from Gresham's Prep and Senior Schools have created a new spatial art installation in the school Chapel. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665596/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Thetford_Salvation_Army_building_computer_skills.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665596/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Thetford_Salvation_Army_building_computer_skills.aspx Thu, 08 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT People in and around Thetford who lack the confidence in day-to-day computing skills are being given a helping hand by The Salvation Army. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665477/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Breckland_Youth_for_Christ_s_Megametre_challenge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665477/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Breckland_Youth_for_Christ_s_Megametre_challenge.aspx Thu, 08 Jun 2023 08:00:00 GMT North Breckland Youth for Christ have been raising funds to support young people at risk of dropping out of mainstream education, and are appealing for more support. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_created_us_in_technicolor_not_monochrome.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_created_us_in_technicolor_not_monochrome.aspx Tue, 06 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT Jane Walters encourages us to live our lives in colour, and to avoid allowing greyness to take over. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665210/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_nursery_in_Norwich_receives_Ofsted_praise.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665210/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_nursery_in_Norwich_receives_Ofsted_praise.aspx Mon, 05 Jun 2023 19:00:00 GMT Muddy Puddles Nursery in Norwich, YMCA Norfolk’s first childcare provision, was recently awarded a rating of ‘Good’ in their first Ofsted report – in which staff were praised for their ‘warm and engaging manner’ and ability to ‘deliver a broad curriculum. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665218/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/To_redact_or_not_to_redact_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665218/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/To_redact_or_not_to_redact_God.aspx Sun, 04 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT The extent to which the Government should make available the content of some internal communications is currently making the headlines, and Andy Bryant reflects that in our relationship with God, redaction of any of our words or actions is not an option. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Holt_eco_church_s_community_litter_pick.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/665111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Holt_eco_church_s_community_litter_pick.aspx Thu, 01 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT The St Andrews Eco Church group in Holt organized its second annual litter-pick earlier this year in conjunction with Holt Town Council and Greening Holt. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664966/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Joy_is_a_fruit_of_the_Holy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664966/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Joy_is_a_fruit_of_the_Holy.aspx Wed, 31 May 2023 23:00:00 GMT Last Sunday was Pentecost, and Philip Young reflects on the importance of that festival, and the potential for joy that it brings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664844/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Online_course_to_explore_roots_of_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664844/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Online_course_to_explore_roots_of_Christian.aspx Mon, 29 May 2023 23:00:00 GMT Light House Norwich is starting a new online course to explore the Hebraic roots of the Christian faith, to be led by Jill Gower. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Sarah_was_passionate_about_prayer_and_painting.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Sarah_was_passionate_about_prayer_and_painting.aspx Mon, 29 May 2023 12:45:00 GMT Norfolk-based Christian worker, evangelist, intercessor and artist Sarah McCrum has died at the age of 86. Son Angus pays tribute. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Aylsham_artist_creates_icons_as_aid_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Aylsham_artist_creates_icons_as_aid_to.aspx Mon, 29 May 2023 08:00:00 GMT Iconographer and Aylsham parishioner Judith James is set to hold an exhibition of her work in St Peter’s Church in Corpusty, in North Norfolk, this summer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664667/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedrals_amazing_5767_organ_pipe_video.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664667/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedrals_amazing_5767_organ_pipe_video.aspx Sun, 28 May 2023 08:00:00 GMT A magnificent musical jigsaw puzzle has been put together at Norwich Cathedral in recent months as almost 6,000 pipes of the Cathedral’s historic organ were reinstalled. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Lynn_s_YMCA_bus_hailed.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Lynn_s_YMCA_bus_hailed.aspx Sat, 27 May 2023 07:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk’s SOS Bus service in King’s Lynn has supporting more than 24,000 people in the last year, and has been praised by members of the public as a “life saver” to the local community. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664513/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Spitfire_fly_past_at_North_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664513/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Spitfire_fly_past_at_North_Norfolk_church.aspx Fri, 26 May 2023 14:00:00 GMT The Rt Revd Graham Usher, Bishop of Norwich, has dedicated St Peter’s, Haveringland as a memorial church to the RAF 100 (Bomber Support) Group, which operated from nearby RAF Swannington in WWII. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Tributes_paid_to_Matthew_Project_visionary_Peter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Tributes_paid_to_Matthew_Project_visionary_Peter.aspx Fri, 26 May 2023 11:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid and a commemorative plaque unveiled to Matthew Project founder and visionary Peter Farley at a recent event at the project’s Recovery Hub in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664346/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_joins_campaign_to_take_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664346/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_joins_campaign_to_take_on.aspx Thu, 25 May 2023 10:00:00 GMT A Mid Norfolk church has partnered with a Christian debt charity to ask people to join its urgent campaign to ‘Take on Poverty’ and help those most in need. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Reaching_out_is_better_than_regret.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Reaching_out_is_better_than_regret.aspx Wed, 24 May 2023 23:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon urges us to reach out to reconcile to others rather than live with the regret of separation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Signs_of_new_beginnings_at_two_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Signs_of_new_beginnings_at_two_Norwich.aspx Wed, 24 May 2023 17:20:00 GMT There are signs of new beginnings at St Edmund’s and St Helen’s churches in Costessey, near Norwich, following the licensing of a new priest and a church graft of 30 people. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664298/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Bishop_opens_King_s_Lynn_s_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664298/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Bishop_opens_King_s_Lynn_s_new.aspx Tue, 23 May 2023 23:00:00 GMT Bishop of Norwich, The Rt. Revd Graham Usher, visited St. Faith’s Church in Kings Lynn on Sunday May 14 to officially open and bless its new community hub, and to confirm three candidates. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_single_parent_families_set_to_get.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_single_parent_families_set_to_get.aspx Tue, 23 May 2023 16:00:00 GMT Around 100 formerly homeless people from young single parent families will be given the support they need to move on with their lives, thanks to a grant of 60,000 from Norfolk Freemasons to YMCA Norfolk. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664197/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Brooke_complete_Norfolk_Christian_League_double.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664197/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Brooke_complete_Norfolk_Christian_League_double.aspx Mon, 22 May 2023 11:00:00 GMT Brooke Adventurers completed a league and cup double in the Norfolk Christian Youth U16 League on Saturday (May 20) at Thorpe High School. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664122/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Bishop_blesses_new_Sheringham_altar_frontal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664122/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Bishop_blesses_new_Sheringham_altar_frontal.aspx Mon, 22 May 2023 10:00:00 GMT St Peters Church in Sheringham has a brand new altar frontal, sponsored by a church member, which has been blessed by the Bishop of Lynn and the Rural Dean. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663977/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Norfolk_charity_launches_youth_anxiety_chat_line.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663977/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Norfolk_charity_launches_youth_anxiety_chat_line.aspx Sat, 20 May 2023 23:00:00 GMT A new free live chat-line service launched by a Norfolk charity aims to improve support for young people struggling with anxiety about drugs and alcohol. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664048/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Adam_saves_the_day_in_St_John.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/664048/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Adam_saves_the_day_in_St_John.aspx Sat, 20 May 2023 18:00:00 GMT A torrential thunderstorm flooded areas of St John’s Cathedral in Norwich last week, including irreplaceable archives and musical and liturgical equipment, but further damage was prevented by the fast actions of heroic handyman Adam Walus. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663967/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Pop_up_bookshop_at_King_s_Lynn.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663967/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Pop_up_bookshop_at_King_s_Lynn.aspx Fri, 19 May 2023 23:00:00 GMT A new pop-up Christian bookshop is set to start in a King’s Lynn church on Wednesday May 31. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663841/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Christian_league_win_fulfilled_legend_Tims_dream.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663841/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Christian_league_win_fulfilled_legend_Tims_dream.aspx Fri, 19 May 2023 15:00:00 GMT A win in the Norfolk Christian Football League Bishop’s Cup final on Saturday (May 13) was the fulfilment of an 11-year dream - inspired by a local footballing legend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663848/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/N_Walsham_Salvation_Army_s_right_royal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663848/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/N_Walsham_Salvation_Army_s_right_royal.aspx Fri, 19 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army in North Walsham took an active part in King Charles’ coronation celebrations in the town earlier this month. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_popular_funny_and_bright.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_popular_funny_and_bright.aspx Fri, 19 May 2023 09:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to Thetford Catholic student Salvador Modke, following his death in a car accident in Thetford on Saturday May 14. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663665/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Successful_Coronation_party_for_Gorleston_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663665/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Successful_Coronation_party_for_Gorleston_church.aspx Thu, 18 May 2023 10:15:00 GMT Around 5000 people attended the hugely successful Summer on the Mag for the Coronation which took place on Magdalene Square in Gorleston on Monday 8 May. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663553/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Papal_honour_for_outstanding_Norwich_volunteer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663553/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Papal_honour_for_outstanding_Norwich_volunteer.aspx Thu, 18 May 2023 09:00:00 GMT The outstanding charitable service of a Norwich Catholic parishioner has been recognised by Pope Francis who has awarded Angela Stone a Benemerenti Medal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663664/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_light_shining_in_the_darkness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663664/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_light_shining_in_the_darkness.aspx Wed, 17 May 2023 23:00:00 GMT James Knight points out that good can come out of the pain and anguish that surround bereavement. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663557/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_vicar_s_Coronation_experience.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663557/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_vicar_s_Coronation_experience.aspx Mon, 15 May 2023 23:00:00 GMT Rev Matthew Price, Vicar of St Mary Magdalene Church in Gorleston, was invited to the King’s Coronation in London on 6 May, and he describes his amazing experience. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663391/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Papal_blessing_for_Julian_of_Norwich_celebrations.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663391/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Papal_blessing_for_Julian_of_Norwich_celebrations.aspx Sat, 13 May 2023 23:00:00 GMT Pope Francis has sent a message of blessing to all participating in the events marking the 650th anniversary of the Revelations of Mother Julian of Norwich, the medieval mystic and anchoress. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663379/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Rangers_do_the_double_with_Bishops_Cup.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663379/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Rangers_do_the_double_with_Bishops_Cup.aspx Sat, 13 May 2023 11:00:00 GMT One of the best Bishop’s Cup finals in many years saw Heigham Park Rangers clinch a league and cup double against Norwich St John’s in a six-goal thriller on Saturday May 13 at The Nest near Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663284/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Chance_to_explore_worship_through_painting.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663284/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Chance_to_explore_worship_through_painting.aspx Thu, 11 May 2023 11:00:00 GMT Enjoy a day exploring worship through creativity at a Painting with Oils Day Retreat at Quiet Waters near Bungay on May 27. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_event_will_reflect_on_John_Stott.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_event_will_reflect_on_John_Stott.aspx Thu, 11 May 2023 08:50:00 GMT The Norwich Diocesan Evangelical Fellowship (DEF) is set to host international speaker and author, Rev Dr Chris Wright, at an evening reflecting on the legacy of John Stott. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663177/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Leaning_back_into_the_arms_of_Jesus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663177/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Leaning_back_into_the_arms_of_Jesus.aspx Wed, 10 May 2023 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley reminds us that trusting in the arms of Jesus is the best way to tackle the uncertainties that life brings our way. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663027/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Foodbank_backs_Universal_Credit_plea.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/663027/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Foodbank_backs_Universal_Credit_plea.aspx Sun, 07 May 2023 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Foodbank has backed a campaign by The Trussell Trust, alongside the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, calling on the UK government to Guarantee our Essentials. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662645/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_musician_Ben_releases_his_debut_single.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662645/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_musician_Ben_releases_his_debut_single.aspx Sun, 07 May 2023 23:00:00 GMT After losing his twin brother and long term collaborator to cancer in 2016, Norfolk-born Christian singer-songwriter Ben Lawrence began to do the only thing he could, create music. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662971/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Rangers_and_St_Johns_book_NCFL_cup.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662971/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Rangers_and_St_Johns_book_NCFL_cup.aspx Sat, 06 May 2023 11:00:00 GMT League winners Heigham Park Rangers will take on cup-holders St John’s in the final of the Bishop’s Cup final on Saturday May 13 after close-fought semi-final wins earlier today (May 6). http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662921/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/King_will_promise_to_serve_not_be.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662921/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/King_will_promise_to_serve_not_be.aspx Fri, 05 May 2023 11:00:00 GMT King Charles III will promise “not to be served but to serve” during his coronation ceremony on Saturday May 6, says the Bishop of East Anglia the Rt Rev Peter Collins. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662747/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_set_for_role_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662747/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_set_for_role_in.aspx Thu, 04 May 2023 08:00:00 GMT In a surprise move, the Bishop of Norwich is set to take on a role in the coronation ceremony of King Charles and Queen Camilla on Saturday May 6. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_opportunity_to_build_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_opportunity_to_build_community.aspx Wed, 03 May 2023 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere-Smith reminds us of the importance of community, especially in the light of the various community events taking place this weekend to celebrate the King’s coronation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661959/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Hear_story_of_copper_to_criminal_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661959/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Hear_story_of_copper_to_criminal_to.aspx Mon, 01 May 2023 23:00:00 GMT Simon Pinchbeck, an ex copper who became a criminal and then a Christian, told his story at the June dinner of the Norwich FGB Branch. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662376/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_church_couple_honoured_at_the_Palace.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662376/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_church_couple_honoured_at_the_Palace.aspx Mon, 01 May 2023 09:20:00 GMT Norwich couple David and Ruth Southgate were presented with MBEs at Buckingham Palace recently for their work over more than 50 years in building a city church, running community projects and raising over 65,000 for charity with the Meadow Way Orchestra. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Waiting_for_God_before_you_leap.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Waiting_for_God_before_you_leap.aspx Sun, 30 Apr 2023 06:00:00 GMT Jane Walters reminds us that we sometimes need to await God’s timing before leaping headfirst into what might seem a good idea at the time. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_random_acts_of_Lent_kindness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_random_acts_of_Lent_kindness.aspx Fri, 28 Apr 2023 11:00:00 GMT Gateway Vineyard church members in Norwich, Beccles and Hellesdon have been carrying out hundreds of acts of random kindness over Lent for family, friends, neighbours and complete strangers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662332/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Indian_church_pastor_returns_to_minister_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662332/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Indian_church_pastor_returns_to_minister_in.aspx Fri, 28 Apr 2023 08:00:00 GMT Rev Nicky Smith and her husband Pastor Zion Samuel are visiting Norwich, between April and June 2023 and will be ministering at Grace Christian Fellowship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662308/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Call_to_pray_for_King_and_nation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662308/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Call_to_pray_for_King_and_nation.aspx Thu, 27 Apr 2023 11:00:00 GMT The Presidents of Churches Together in England have issued a statement encouraging Christians to join in daily prayers for the King and the nation leading up to the Coronation on May 6 and have been joined by a senior East Anglia church leader. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662298/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_vicar_invited_to_King_s_Coronation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662298/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_vicar_invited_to_King_s_Coronation.aspx Wed, 26 Apr 2023 23:00:00 GMT A Norfolk vicar has been invited to the coronation of King Charles III and Camilla, the Queen Consort on 6 May at Westminster Abbey. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662226/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Celebrate_the_Coronation_with_our_communities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662226/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Celebrate_the_Coronation_with_our_communities.aspx Tue, 25 Apr 2023 23:00:00 GMT Revd Matthew Price encourages us to see the forthcoming Coronation as an opportunity for our churches to engage with the community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662161/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_service_honours_armed_forces_veterans.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662161/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_service_honours_armed_forces_veterans.aspx Tue, 25 Apr 2023 13:00:00 GMT Some fifty representatives of the armed forces were present as the Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Peter Collins, led a service for veterans at St John’s Cathedral in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662039/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Aylsham_church_launches_special_needs_praise.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/662039/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Aylsham_church_launches_special_needs_praise.aspx Sun, 23 Apr 2023 23:00:00 GMT Newly re-furbished Emmanuel Church in Aylsham is launching a new monthly afternoon praise service in May aimed at those with learning disabilities. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661989/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_minister_speaks_of_miracle_stroke_healing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661989/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_minister_speaks_of_miracle_stroke_healing.aspx Fri, 21 Apr 2023 16:00:00 GMT Norwich Methodist Circuit minister Revd Sharon Willimott has spoken of the miraculous healing she experienced last week after suffering a debilitating stroke. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661981/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_seeks_bellringers_for_coronation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661981/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_seeks_bellringers_for_coronation.aspx Fri, 21 Apr 2023 15:00:00 GMT St Peter Mancroft church in Norwich is offering crash courses in bellringing to celebrate the King's coronation. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661995/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/YMCA_Norfolk_Youth_Club_Engagement_Workers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661995/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/YMCA_Norfolk_Youth_Club_Engagement_Workers.aspx Fri, 21 Apr 2023 11:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk is looking for Bank Youth Club Engagement Workers, based across Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661816/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ashleys_London_Marathon_bid_for_hospital_funds.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661816/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ashleys_London_Marathon_bid_for_hospital_funds.aspx Wed, 19 Apr 2023 19:00:00 GMT Master of Music at Norwich Cathedral, Ashley Grote, will be running the London Marathon this Sunday for the eighth time in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital which has been treating his young daughter Emily who has a rare brain tumour. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Hear_story_of_missionary_couple_from_Florida.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Hear_story_of_missionary_couple_from_Florida.aspx Wed, 19 Apr 2023 13:00:00 GMT You are invited to hear the story of couple Malcolm and Phyllis Blowes, directors of Win Our Nations missionary organisation based in Cocoa near Orlando Florida, at the April dinner of the Norwich FGB Branch on April 26. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661747/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_the_resurrection_of_Jesus_gives_us.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661747/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_the_resurrection_of_Jesus_gives_us.aspx Tue, 18 Apr 2023 23:00:00 GMT Philip Young has been rejoicing in the Easter celebrations because he believes that the resurrection of Jesus is of importance to all people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661412/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_s_Street_Child_runners_prepare_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661412/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_s_Street_Child_runners_prepare_for.aspx Mon, 17 Apr 2023 10:00:00 GMT Three friends from Norfolk churches are seeking support for Street Child as they prepare to run next weekend’s London Marathon for the first time. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661359/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Hunstanton_fellowship_goes_on_a_treasure_hunt.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661359/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Hunstanton_fellowship_goes_on_a_treasure_hunt.aspx Fri, 14 Apr 2023 15:00:00 GMT As the weather warms up, The Way Christian Fellowship in Hunstanton is re-starting its weekly treasure hunts for individuals it feels called to connect with. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661341/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Good_Friday_is_more_important_than_football.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661341/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Good_Friday_is_more_important_than_football.aspx Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:00:00 GMT When it comes to professional football on Good Friday, Norwich City, along with many English teams, played matches, in contrast to many other European countries, says UEA German football researcher and journalist Ben McFadyean. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661251/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Invite_to_join_Christian_climate_activists_session.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661251/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Invite_to_join_Christian_climate_activists_session.aspx Thu, 13 Apr 2023 11:00:00 GMT Norwich-based Christian climate activists are inviting supports to join them in making banners for a large-scale gathering in London from April 21 to 24. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637791/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Cathedral_to_host_Norwich_service_for_veterans.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637791/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Cathedral_to_host_Norwich_service_for_veterans.aspx Wed, 12 Apr 2023 14:00:00 GMT Outside the Wire, the service for veterans run by the Matthew Project, is holding a thank you service at St John's Cathedral in Norwich. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661193/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Creation_was_very_good_but_was_it.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661193/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Creation_was_very_good_but_was_it.aspx Wed, 12 Apr 2023 13:00:00 GMT James Knight explains why he believes that God’s very good Creation was not actually perfect prior to the fall. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661192/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_s_Easter_food_bag_giveaway.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661192/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_s_Easter_food_bag_giveaway.aspx Wed, 12 Apr 2023 10:00:00 GMT Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham has been giving food bags out to families in need this Easter, and they have included an Easter egg for each child. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Drayton_to_get_a_view_of_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Drayton_to_get_a_view_of_the.aspx Wed, 12 Apr 2023 07:00:00 GMT Professor Stuart Burgess from Bristol University will be speaking at Together Loving Christ Church in Drayton on the theme of ‘A Perfect Planet’. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_in_King_s_Lynn_unite_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_in_King_s_Lynn_unite_for.aspx Tue, 11 Apr 2023 14:00:00 GMT Good Friday saw over 100 people from churches across King’s Lynn gather for a Walk of Witness from St Faith’s in Gaywood to King’s Lynn Minster. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661163/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_pupils_Stations_of_the_Cross_artwork.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661163/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_pupils_Stations_of_the_Cross_artwork.aspx Tue, 11 Apr 2023 11:00:00 GMT During Holy Week people in Harleston followed the 14 Stations of the Cross, enjoying artwork created by the Primary Phase of Harleston Sancroft Academy. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661108/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_writes_of_Resurrection_joy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661108/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_writes_of_Resurrection_joy.aspx Mon, 10 Apr 2023 11:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, Graham Usher, talks of the hope and joy and vitality of the Resurrection in his Easter message, first written in the Eastern Daily Press. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661059/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Lowestoft_area_churches_feeding_the_children.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661059/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Lowestoft_area_churches_feeding_the_children.aspx Thu, 06 Apr 2023 23:00:00 GMT Churches in the Lowestoft area have been working together to provide meals and craft sessions for families during the Easter holidays. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661046/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Orthodox_remember_Saint_Withburga_in_Dereham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661046/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Orthodox_remember_Saint_Withburga_in_Dereham.aspx Thu, 06 Apr 2023 16:00:00 GMT Subdeacon William Harrison from St Fursey’s Church in Stalham led a group of Orthodox Christians on a pilgrimage to the first resting place of an East Anglian saint. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661029/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Bishop_of_Thetford_says_farewell_at_Chrism.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/661029/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Bishop_of_Thetford_says_farewell_at_Chrism.aspx Thu, 06 Apr 2023 15:00:00 GMT After nearly 14 years, the Bishop of Thetford, the Rt Rev Dr Alan Winton, bade farewell to the people of Norfolk and Waveney at a special service in Norwich Cathedral. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660969/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Easter_day_is_the_key_to_understanding.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660969/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Easter_day_is_the_key_to_understanding.aspx Thu, 06 Apr 2023 09:00:00 GMT The resurrection of Jesus Christ connects us to the beginning of everything and with the end of everything, says the Rt Rev Peter Collins, Bishop of East Anglia, in his Easter message. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660959/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Christian_duo_honoured_by_King_Charles.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660959/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Christian_duo_honoured_by_King_Charles.aspx Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT Two Norfolk Christians are today being presented with Maundy Money by HM The King, to recognise their invaluable Christian community service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660965/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Who_would_I_Have_Been_at_Calvary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660965/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Who_would_I_Have_Been_at_Calvary.aspx Wed, 05 Apr 2023 23:00:00 GMT David Child urges us to consider our response to the sacrifice Jesus made for us on that first Good Friday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660942/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/_50k_Lottery_grant_boost_for_South.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660942/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/_50k_Lottery_grant_boost_for_South.aspx Wed, 05 Apr 2023 11:00:00 GMT High Oak PCC has been awarded a Development Grant of 48,955 by The National Lottery Heritage Fund for restoration work and to deliver a sustainable heritage, community and worship hub for the village at St Andrew’s Church, Deopham, in South Norfolk. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Norwich_Passion_Play_video_released_for_Easter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Norwich_Passion_Play_video_released_for_Easter.aspx Tue, 04 Apr 2023 23:00:00 GMT Do you remember the Norwich Passion Play which took over part of the city centre last Easter with a dramatic production of the final few days of Jesus life, or did you miss it first time round? http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660806/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Community_Gospel_Choir_performs_final_concert.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660806/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Community_Gospel_Choir_performs_final_concert.aspx Tue, 04 Apr 2023 14:00:00 GMT As Megan Rawling prepares to take on a new challenge in Darlington, the Community Gospel Choir gave a vibrant farewell concert at St Stephen’s Norwich. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660794/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Parish_Nursing_to_be_launched_in_Gorleston.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660794/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Parish_Nursing_to_be_launched_in_Gorleston.aspx Tue, 04 Apr 2023 10:00:00 GMT Ruth Pillar is to be commissioned as a Parish Nurse in the Cliff Park area of Gorleston later this Spring to offer spiritual care alongside clinical care in the area. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_we_should_treat_those_who_are.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_we_should_treat_those_who_are.aspx Sun, 02 Apr 2023 23:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon was temporarily but necessarily displaced from her home for a few days back in February, and as a consequence urges us to look compassionately upon those arriving on our shores with nowhere to live. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660633/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/_400k_grant_boost_for_historic_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660633/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/_400k_grant_boost_for_historic_Norfolk.aspx Sat, 01 Apr 2023 14:00:00 GMT Historic England has awarded a grant of 400,000 towards the repair of Grade I listed Becket’s Chapel in Wymondham. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659768/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_hospital_chaplain_hails_power_of_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659768/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_hospital_chaplain_hails_power_of_prayer.aspx Fri, 31 Mar 2023 11:00:00 GMT A Norfolk Catholic hospital chaplain, who two years ago survived his own three-month hospital battle with Covid-19, has written a new book about the power of praying with and for the sick. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Rangers_win_second_Norfolk_Christian_football_title.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Rangers_win_second_Norfolk_Christian_football_title.aspx Thu, 30 Mar 2023 11:00:00 GMT Heigham Park Rangers have claimed the Norfolk Christian Football League title, for the second year running. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660151/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Let_us_show_support_for_our_young.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/660151/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Let_us_show_support_for_our_young.aspx Tue, 28 Mar 2023 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley shares with us her concern for children and young people, and urges us to do all we can to support and encourage them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659939/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Encounter_helped_Ria_to_end_abuse_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659939/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Encounter_helped_Ria_to_end_abuse_and.aspx Mon, 27 Mar 2023 15:50:00 GMT After suffering abuse as a young teenager, Ria Fergusson experienced an incredible healing encounter at a Christian camp, and now supports young people as a youth leader at Soul Church in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659900/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Eaton_Choral_Society_to_perform_St_John.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659900/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Eaton_Choral_Society_to_perform_St_John.aspx Mon, 27 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT On Palm Sunday Eaton Choral Society will be performing J. S. Bach’s St John Passion at Christchurch Norwich. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659892/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_kids_on_quest_for_the_armour.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659892/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_kids_on_quest_for_the_armour.aspx Mon, 27 Mar 2023 09:15:00 GMT Mid Norfolk Kidz Klub will be embarking on a quest in April at Dereham Baptist Church to find the armour of God. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_not_pray_for_Muslims_during_Ramadan.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_not_pray_for_Muslims_during_Ramadan.aspx Sun, 26 Mar 2023 23:00:00 GMT Alan Hallmart encourages us to take part in 30 Days of Prayer to pray for the Muslim community during the current Ramadan season. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659642/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Lessons_learned_from_Urban_Mission_in_Gorleston.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659642/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Lessons_learned_from_Urban_Mission_in_Gorleston.aspx Sat, 25 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT Rev Matthew Price, vicar of the thriving St Mary Magdalene Church in Gorleston, explains his role as Bishop’s Advisor for Urban and Estates Mission. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659427/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Paula_takes_Norfolk_signposting_to_a_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659427/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Paula_takes_Norfolk_signposting_to_a_new.aspx Wed, 22 Mar 2023 16:15:00 GMT Paula Callam, Administrator at Community Chaplaincy Norfolk, has put together a comprehensive database of support organisations in Norfolk. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659424/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_celebrates_650th_anniversary_of_Julian_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659424/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_celebrates_650th_anniversary_of_Julian_s.aspx Wed, 22 Mar 2023 14:00:00 GMT Josiah and Jo Lee English are offering a warm, flavoursome and ecological welcome to visitors exploring the writings of Norwich’s famous mystic on the 650th anniversary of her book. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659417/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Lent_taking_time_to_listen_to_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659417/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Lent_taking_time_to_listen_to_God.aspx Wed, 22 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor James Knight urges us to take time to listen to God during Lent, and see what abundant blessings He has in store. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659308/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_witnesses_a_daughter_come_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659308/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_witnesses_a_daughter_come_to.aspx Tue, 21 Mar 2023 10:00:00 GMT Through his musical ‘Daughter’ Mark Albanie has created a fresh retelling of the life and teaching of Jesus, refracted through the characters who saw and heard him. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659242/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Rachel_becomes_interim_CEO_of_Norwich_drugs.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659242/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Rachel_becomes_interim_CEO_of_Norwich_drugs.aspx Mon, 20 Mar 2023 14:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project has announced the appointment of Rachel Chapman as interim CEO of the charity following the recent departure of Andy Sexton. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659252/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Dozen_mission_agencies_at_Norwich_conference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659252/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Dozen_mission_agencies_at_Norwich_conference.aspx Mon, 20 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT A dozen mission agencies were represented at a Global Connections Eastern Partnership day conference at Chapelfield Road Methodist Church in Norwich on Saturday March 18. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_churches_join_up_for_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_churches_join_up_for_prayer.aspx Mon, 20 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham will be joining forces with Cromer Parish Church this Friday for a half-night of prayer, and anyone is warmly welcome to join them. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_nurse_takes_on_refugee_mission_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_nurse_takes_on_refugee_mission_in.aspx Fri, 17 Mar 2023 15:00:00 GMT Bridget Carroll has run away with a circus, worked in an army hospital and now is about to start work as a missionary nurse in Mexico. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659001/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Easter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659001/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Easter.aspx Thu, 16 Mar 2023 08:00:00 GMT The Easter edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659000/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_Peter_joins_Cardinal_for_Loyal_Address.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/659000/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_Peter_joins_Cardinal_for_Loyal_Address.aspx Wed, 15 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT The Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Peter Collins, was present on March 9 at an historic occasion when the Catholic Church was among 27 privileged bodies to present a Loyal Address to King Charles III in a ceremony at Buckingham Palace. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/658909/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Integrity_It_starts_with_you_and_me.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/658909/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Integrity_It_starts_with_you_and_me.aspx Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT As we lament the misdemeanours of some public figures, Jane Walters urges us to strive to follow Jesus’ example and be people of integrity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/658742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_climate_activists_cleared_by_court.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/658742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_climate_activists_cleared_by_court.aspx Mon, 13 Mar 2023 22:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian climate activists, Sue and Jim Green have been found not guilty of Wilful Obstruction of the Highway at Westminster Magistrates Court, after taking part in a climate protest with Just Stop Oil on October 29. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653891/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Hear_couples_story_from_darkness_to_destiny.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653891/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Hear_couples_story_from_darkness_to_destiny.aspx Mon, 13 Mar 2023 20:00:00 GMT You are invited to hear the amazing story of couple Gwynneth and Cayhan Osmond at the March dinner of the Norwich FGB Branch on March 21. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/658696/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_charity_needs_cyclists_and_ramblers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/658696/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_charity_needs_cyclists_and_ramblers.aspx Mon, 13 Mar 2023 11:00:00 GMT North Breckland Youth for Christ has organised an Easter experience and is now looking forward to a cycling and rambling May fundraiser. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/658394/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_planner_brings_out_a_book_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/658394/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_planner_brings_out_a_book_on.aspx Thu, 09 Mar 2023 07:55:00 GMT Norfolk landscape architect Rosamunde Codling has brought together material relating to projects on which she has worked, including at the University of East Anglia and in the Antarctic. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654263/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Why_not_use_the_Norwich_Passion_Play.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654263/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Why_not_use_the_Norwich_Passion_Play.aspx Thu, 09 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT The team behind the Norwich Passion Play have produced a set of resources to enable churches, life groups, schools and youth groups to use a free 13-minute video of the play in the run-up to this Easter. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/658273/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_launches_music_excellence_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/658273/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_launches_music_excellence_project.aspx Wed, 08 Mar 2023 16:00:00 GMT St Mary’s Church in Attleborough has embarked on the Attleborough Music Project (AMP), an inspiring venture that aims to create a centre of excellence for music in the region. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/658268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_author_brings_out_ambulance_audiobooks.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/658268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_author_brings_out_ambulance_audiobooks.aspx Wed, 08 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT A former chaplain to the ambulance service has published a series of audio books featuring a character who is based on a former colleague. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/658199/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_calls_us_to_fight_inequality.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/658199/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_calls_us_to_fight_inequality.aspx Wed, 08 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT Philip Young reminds us of the inequalities that exist in the world today, and calls us to action. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Dozen_mission_agencies_at_Norwich_conference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Dozen_mission_agencies_at_Norwich_conference.aspx Wed, 08 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT Around a dozen Christian mission agencies will be taking part in the Global Connections Eastern Partnership day conference at Chapelfield Road Methodist Church in Norwich on Saturday March 18. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657983/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christians_gear_up_for_big_climate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657983/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christians_gear_up_for_big_climate.aspx Mon, 06 Mar 2023 10:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian climate activists are encouraging local Christians to join a national climate action protest and will explain it with a local church event. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Christian_homeless_charitys_third_N_Norfolk_house.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Christian_homeless_charitys_third_N_Norfolk_house.aspx Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT Rev Canon Peter Collins, Bishop of East Anglia, has formally opened and blessed the St Vincent de Paul (SVP) Society’s third house for the homeless in North Norfolk, an event celebrated by conference members and clergy from local Christian communities. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657864/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Bishop_of_Norwich_relaunches_environment_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657864/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Bishop_of_Norwich_relaunches_environment_award.aspx Fri, 03 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT Bishop Graham Usher has relaunched his 1,000 award scheme to find inspirational young workers who are looking after Norfolk's natural environment. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Funding_boost_for_Stalham_Baptists_room_refurb.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Funding_boost_for_Stalham_Baptists_room_refurb.aspx Fri, 03 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT Stalham Baptist Church has received a Grant Aid offer of 250,000 from Norfolk County Council to enable them to proceed with a major refurbishment of their Community Rooms. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657713/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/On_being_a_Holy_Saturday_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657713/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/On_being_a_Holy_Saturday_Christian.aspx Thu, 02 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT As we approach Easter, Andy Bryant points out that many people remain stuck in the day between the grief of Good Friday and the joy of Easter Sunday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Holt_school_makes_space_for_interactive_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Holt_school_makes_space_for_interactive_prayer.aspx Wed, 01 Mar 2023 10:00:00 GMT Students at Gresham’s School in North Norfolk have been exploring spirituality, prayer, and life’s biggest questions with their very own interactive ‘soul space’ in the school chapel. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657528/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Bungay_Christian_retreat_centre_opens_a_creative.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657528/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Bungay_Christian_retreat_centre_opens_a_creative.aspx Wed, 01 Mar 2023 07:00:00 GMT The Quiet Waters Christian Retreat Centre has created a ‘log cabin’ in the woods where guests can enjoy a range of creative activities. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656801/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Wymondham_Abbey_offers_warm_space_and_free.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656801/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Wymondham_Abbey_offers_warm_space_and_free.aspx Sat, 25 Feb 2023 10:00:00 GMT Wymondham Abbey is offering a Warm Space during the week alongside a free lunch and a weekly playgroup after 'giving the idea a go'. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657153/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Coptic_family_urgently_seeks_shelter_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657153/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Coptic_family_urgently_seeks_shelter_in_Norwich.aspx Fri, 24 Feb 2023 21:00:00 GMT A Coptic Orthodox family who recently arrived in Norfolk are appealing for help as they are at risk of becoming homeless in the next few days. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_musical_tells_the_Gospel_through_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/657139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_musical_tells_the_Gospel_through_a.aspx Fri, 24 Feb 2023 16:00:00 GMT St Thomas Church in Norwich will be putting on a musical entitled ‘Daughter’, telling the story of Jesus through the eyes of the 12-year-old girl he raised. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656942/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_charity_offers_free_supermarket_vouchers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656942/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_charity_offers_free_supermarket_vouchers.aspx Thu, 23 Feb 2023 09:00:00 GMT A Norwich-based Christian charity has food vouchers to distribute to people in need living in the area of their social supermarket in NR2. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656924/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Flipping_good_fun_at_Norwich_Cathedral_pancake.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656924/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Flipping_good_fun_at_Norwich_Cathedral_pancake.aspx Wed, 22 Feb 2023 12:00:00 GMT Traditional Shrove Tuesday pancake races were held in the cloisters at Norwich's Anglican Cathedral yesterday with choristers, clergy and parents all taking part. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Does_our_description_of_God_need_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Does_our_description_of_God_need_to.aspx Wed, 22 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor James Knight defends our traditional bible translations in which God is male, and questions the need to use gender-neutral terminology when referring to Him. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656560/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_charity_founders_visit_hospices_in_Ethiopia.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656560/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_charity_founders_visit_hospices_in_Ethiopia.aspx Mon, 20 Feb 2023 16:00:00 GMT Sue and Jamie Mumford have just returned to Norfolk after nearly three weeks in Ethiopia, visiting projects which they support through their charity Hospice Ethiopia UK. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656534/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Beach_party_outreach_packs_Sheringham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656534/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Beach_party_outreach_packs_Sheringham_church.aspx Mon, 20 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham was packed with children and young people last Friday as the annual BeachLife indoor beach party got underway. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656291/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Jesus_meeting_the_needs_of_the_moment.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656291/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Jesus_meeting_the_needs_of_the_moment.aspx Wed, 15 Feb 2023 10:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley is inspired by the story of the risen Jesus providing breakfast for His disciples, and reminds us that Jesus provides for our needs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656289/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Love_for_climate_care_from_Reepham_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656289/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Love_for_climate_care_from_Reepham_to.aspx Tue, 14 Feb 2023 12:00:00 GMT A small, crafted, green heart from Reepham has been shared on Twitter from Ghana by the Rt Rev Graham Usher, Bishop of Norwich, as part of a climate care campaign on Valentine's Day. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656006/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Call_to_artists_to_join_Julian_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/656006/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Call_to_artists_to_join_Julian_of.aspx Tue, 14 Feb 2023 09:00:00 GMT The Julian of Norwich Partnership is inviting artists to take part in a month-long exhibition in St Stephen’s in the autumn. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655702/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Bishop_of_Norwich_welcomes_same_sex_prayers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655702/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Bishop_of_Norwich_welcomes_same_sex_prayers.aspx Sat, 11 Feb 2023 12:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, has welcomed the General Synod's acceptance of proposals which will enable same-sex couples to come to church after a civil marriage or civil partnership to give thanks, dedicate their relationship to God and receive God’s blessing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655836/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_charity_launches_Syria_earthquake_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655836/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_charity_launches_Syria_earthquake_appeal.aspx Fri, 10 Feb 2023 18:00:00 GMT Street Child, a charity founded and led by Norwich-based Tom Dannatt, has launched an appeal to help earthquake victims through its partners in Syria. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655835/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_drug_charity_puts_on_a_walk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655835/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_drug_charity_puts_on_a_walk.aspx Fri, 10 Feb 2023 16:30:00 GMT The Matthew Project, the East of England’s leading substance misuse charity, has announced its first ‘Walk to Remember’ event. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655696/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Will_s_North_Norfolk_gospel_radio_show.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655696/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Will_s_North_Norfolk_gospel_radio_show.aspx Fri, 10 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT North Norfolk entertainer Will Chandler presents a Christian music show on Poppyland Radio every Sunday morning, and anyone can tune in on-line. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655625/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Jill_s_Poringland_talks_help_us_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655625/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Jill_s_Poringland_talks_help_us_to.aspx Thu, 09 Feb 2023 14:00:00 GMT Jill Gower from The Light House is running a series of talks in Poringland entitled Walking in the Anointing. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655620/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_door_huggers_tackle_the_cost_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655620/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_door_huggers_tackle_the_cost_of.aspx Thu, 09 Feb 2023 10:40:00 GMT As people struggle with the cost of heating their homes, St Stephen’s in Norwich has launched a club where volunteers are making quilts and draught excluders. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655495/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_do_you_want_me_to_do.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655495/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_do_you_want_me_to_do.aspx Wed, 08 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon suggests we should follow Jesus’ example when helping people by asking them what they actually want. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655401/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Homelessness_charity_to_hold_Norwich_showcase_evening.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655401/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Homelessness_charity_to_hold_Norwich_showcase_evening.aspx Tue, 07 Feb 2023 09:45:00 GMT The charity Hope in Action, which has several houses for the homeless in Norwich, is organising an evening to thank volunteers and listen to church leaders. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655320/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Canon_Simon_Stokes_to_leave_Norwich_after.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655320/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Canon_Simon_Stokes_to_leave_Norwich_after.aspx Mon, 06 Feb 2023 13:30:00 GMT Canon Simon Stokes, who has been leading the Sprowston and North Norwich Team Ministry, is moving to become vicar of St Margaret's Church in Lowestoft. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655259/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/John_Hindley_to_speak_at_Norfolk_Gospel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655259/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/John_Hindley_to_speak_at_Norfolk_Gospel.aspx Mon, 06 Feb 2023 10:00:00 GMT Norfolk Gospel Partnership (NGP) are hosting a morning with input from Broadgrace Pastor, John Hindley, to consider strength in weakness. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Relocation_for_Norwich_Healing_Rooms.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Relocation_for_Norwich_Healing_Rooms.aspx Sun, 05 Feb 2023 20:00:00 GMT Norwich Healing Rooms returns every Thursday evening at a new venue in Norwich as well as monthly on Saturdays in Norwich city centre. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_church_discusses_debt_over_a_haggis.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/655080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_church_discusses_debt_over_a_haggis.aspx Fri, 03 Feb 2023 15:00:00 GMT Dereham's CAP Debt Centre raised over 400 by hosting a Burns Night recently at Dereham Baptist Church. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Appeal_to_help_turn_former_Norfolk_convent.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Appeal_to_help_turn_former_Norfolk_convent.aspx Thu, 02 Feb 2023 14:00:00 GMT A Norfolk homelessness charity is appealing for 500k to repair the roof of the former All Hallows Convent and begin renovating it into a unique B+B accommodation to provide funds to support its growing community of companions. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654885/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Wellspring_Church_opens_a_community_supermarket.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654885/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Wellspring_Church_opens_a_community_supermarket.aspx Thu, 02 Feb 2023 10:45:00 GMT The Food Cabin, a community supermarket run by Dereham Wellspring Family Centre, welcomed its first customers on January 20. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654625/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_can_knit_with_our_tangled_lives.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654625/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_can_knit_with_our_tangled_lives.aspx Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT Jane Walters reminds us that God is able to unravel and create beauty from the tangle of our messy lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654575/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Dr_Andrew_Braddock_installed_as_Dean_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654575/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Dr_Andrew_Braddock_installed_as_Dean_of.aspx Mon, 30 Jan 2023 10:00:00 GMT Having being ordained in Norwich Cathedral 25 years ago, the Very Revd Dr Andrew Braddock has returned to be installed as the fortieth Dean of Norwich. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654380/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Mulbarton_Mums_retreat_sets_the_scene_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654380/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Mulbarton_Mums_retreat_sets_the_scene_for.aspx Thu, 26 Jan 2023 15:00:00 GMT Sarah Miller, a South Norfolk home-schooling mum of two and vicar’s wife, is organising a retreat in February entitled ‘Setting the Scene’. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654379/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Appeal_made_for_volunteer_Norfolk_Police_chaplains.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654379/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Appeal_made_for_volunteer_Norfolk_Police_chaplains.aspx Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT An appeal has been issued for people to volunteer as Police Chaplains supporting the emergency service across Norfolk. Keith Morris reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654276/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_leader_for_North_Walsham_Salvation_Army.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654276/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/New_leader_for_North_Walsham_Salvation_Army.aspx Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Morey has been appointed as the new leader of North Walsham Salvation Army after moving from Derbyshire. She is also the new chaplain to the charity's Furze Hill care home. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_graduate_displays_the_art_of_climate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_graduate_displays_the_art_of_climate.aspx Wed, 25 Jan 2023 11:00:00 GMT Melissa Ilboudo, a Masters graduate from the University of East Anglia, has partnered with her husband to create an impactful exhibition on climate change. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654206/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_attitude_of_gratitude_to_beat_Blue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/654206/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_attitude_of_gratitude_to_beat_Blue.aspx Wed, 25 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere Smith points out some ways to lift our mood during what many see as a gloomy time of year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653994/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_bishops_back_draft_same_sex_prayers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653994/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_bishops_back_draft_same_sex_prayers.aspx Fri, 20 Jan 2023 14:20:00 GMT Prayers asking for God’s blessing on same-sex couples as they give thanks for their civil marriage or civil partnership have been published today by the Church of England and the three Diocese of Norwich bishops have given the proposals their backing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653887/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Special_service_to_celebrate_installation_of_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653887/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Special_service_to_celebrate_installation_of_new.aspx Fri, 20 Jan 2023 12:00:00 GMT Preparations are under way for the installation of the new Dean of Norwich at Norwich Cathedral later this month. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653885/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_celebration_to_welcome_Hong_Kong_migrants.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653885/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_celebration_to_welcome_Hong_Kong_migrants.aspx Fri, 20 Jan 2023 09:00:00 GMT Rev Tim Yau from St Peter’s Church Cringleford is organising a celebration for families who have moved to Norwich from Hong Kong. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653834/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Four_East_Anglian_churches_given_historic_listed.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653834/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Four_East_Anglian_churches_given_historic_listed.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT Four historic Catholic churches in the Diocese of East Anglia, including one in Norfolk and two in Suffolk, have been awarded the historic listed status giving them special protection. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653785/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_are_all_unique_individuals_in_Christ.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653785/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_are_all_unique_individuals_in_Christ.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT In the light of recent Scottish legislation, Andy Bryant questions whether there is too much emphasis on gender when establishing our identity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653749/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Rural_Norfolk_church_opens_door_to_revitalisation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653749/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Rural_Norfolk_church_opens_door_to_revitalisation.aspx Tue, 17 Jan 2023 14:00:00 GMT For the Fountain of Life, the restrictions caused by Covid sparked a church plant and introduced a revitalisation of its whole missional programme. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653284/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/_300k_Lottery_boost_for_Norwich_youth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653284/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/_300k_Lottery_boost_for_Norwich_youth.aspx Fri, 13 Jan 2023 10:00:00 GMT A church and community-based youth project near Norwich has been awarded over 300,000 from the National Lottery to help it expand the work it does with the young people of Sprowston and Old Catton. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653282/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_ministers_TV_gameshow_win.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653282/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_ministers_TV_gameshow_win.aspx Thu, 12 Jan 2023 14:00:00 GMT A Norfolk Baptist church minister proved his skill with words while winning the ITV game show Lingo with his mum Diana recently. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653280/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Andy_Sexton_steps_down_as_leader_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653280/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Andy_Sexton_steps_down_as_leader_of.aspx Thu, 12 Jan 2023 11:05:00 GMT At the end of February Andy Sexton will be leaving the Norwich-based charity The Matthew Project, after nearly five years as Chief Executive. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653289/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Transforming_Norwich_lunch_dates_for_2023.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653289/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Transforming_Norwich_lunch_dates_for_2023.aspx Thu, 12 Jan 2023 10:00:00 GMT Dates for Transforming Norwich Ministers and Leaders lunches for the rest of 2023 have been announced including one on Wednesday January 18 at St Stephen's Church in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653076/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norfolk_wants_your_ideas_and_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653076/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norfolk_wants_your_ideas_and_new.aspx Wed, 11 Jan 2023 12:00:00 GMT Celebrate Norfolk successfully staged a Norwich Passion Play and a family fun day in King’s Lynn in 2022 and is now looking for exciting ideas for future events which enable the Christian community to work to together and new trustees to make them happen. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_power_and_necessity_of_regular_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_power_and_necessity_of_regular_prayer.aspx Wed, 11 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor James Knight reminds us why prayer is such an important component in our daily lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_relaunches_in_person_jobs_club.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_relaunches_in_person_jobs_club.aspx Tue, 10 Jan 2023 14:00:00 GMT After a period online, Norwich church City Gates is re-starting its free in-person job club, in partnership with charity Christians Against Poverty (CAP). By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653026/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Another_Norwich_church_joins_the_list_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/653026/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Another_Norwich_church_joins_the_list_of.aspx Mon, 09 Jan 2023 10:50:00 GMT St George’s Tombland has become the latest Norwich church to offer a warm meeting place and refreshments during the cold winter months. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652736/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Two_Norwich_churches_create_Community_Hot_Spots.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652736/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Two_Norwich_churches_create_Community_Hot_Spots.aspx Fri, 06 Jan 2023 11:00:00 GMT St Matthew’s in Thorpe Hamlet and St Stephen’s in the city centre have become two of the latest churches to create warm community spaces this winter. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652733/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_opens_children_s_charity_shop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652733/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Sheringham_church_opens_children_s_charity_shop.aspx Fri, 06 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT ThreadBear is a new charity shop in Sheringham, run by the town’s Lighthouse Community Church, and offering pre-loved children’s clothes, toys and equipment at affordable prices. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652688/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_prophecy_school_offers_courses_for_beginners.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652688/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_prophecy_school_offers_courses_for_beginners.aspx Thu, 05 Jan 2023 14:00:00 GMT Norfolk School of Prophets, founded by Revs Ray and Ruth Scorey, is launching a new school for beginners in 2023. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/New_every_morning_with_Jesus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/New_every_morning_with_Jesus.aspx Wed, 04 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley is looking forward to the new year with confidence as she moves forward with Jesus by her side. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_projects_offering_free_or_cheap_food.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_projects_offering_free_or_cheap_food.aspx Tue, 03 Jan 2023 12:00:00 GMT Norfolk County Council, Norwich City Council and The Feed, have put together a list of providers offering free or pay-what-you-can meals and food services for people in the Norwich area, many provided by Christian charities and churches. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652251/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Inspiring_young_Michael_raises_5k_for_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652251/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Inspiring_young_Michael_raises_5k_for_the.aspx Mon, 02 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT An inspirational North Norfolk four-year-old has raised an incredible 5,000 for homeless young people at Christmas. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652359/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Bishop_pays_tribute_to_Pope_Emeritus_Benedict.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652359/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Bishop_pays_tribute_to_Pope_Emeritus_Benedict.aspx Sat, 31 Dec 2022 12:00:00 GMT The Bishop of East Anglia has paid a personal tribute to Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, who died this morning (December 31), aged 95. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652350/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_church_couple_honoured_by_King_Charles.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652350/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_church_couple_honoured_by_King_Charles.aspx Sat, 31 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich couple who founded a church, an orchestra and a Trust which helps house the elderly in the community, have been honoured by King Charles III in the New Year’s Honours. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652222/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Lowestoft_charity_offers_home_to_homeless_men.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652222/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Lowestoft_charity_offers_home_to_homeless_men.aspx Fri, 30 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT Christian homelessness charity the Adam Outreach Project in Lowestoft has supported almost 30 men in the last 18 months in its Hope House. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652207/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Cows_and_sheep_join_crib_service_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/652207/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Cows_and_sheep_join_crib_service_in.aspx Fri, 30 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT More than 100 people gathered with special breeds of cows and sheep at Church Farm Barn, South Elmham, to take part in a rather special crib service on December 17. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Shine_a_light_to_push_back_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Shine_a_light_to_push_back_the.aspx Wed, 28 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT As we approach the start of another year, during the darkest days of winter, Jane Walters encourages us to let our lights shine. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651746/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/100s_of_coats_and_hats_warm_homeless.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651746/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/100s_of_coats_and_hats_warm_homeless.aspx Tue, 27 Dec 2022 09:00:00 GMT Hundreds of coats and hats have been donated to charity to ensure that homeless people in Norwich are a bit warmer this winter. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651649/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Fiona_is_first_female_to_lead_YMCA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651649/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Fiona_is_first_female_to_lead_YMCA.aspx Mon, 26 Dec 2022 09:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has appointed Fiona Stuart as their new Chairperson to lead the charity’s passionate Board of Trustees, the first female to be appointed to the post in its 166-year history. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651784/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christmas_brings_high_expectations_says_Dean.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651784/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christmas_brings_high_expectations_says_Dean.aspx Sun, 25 Dec 2022 09:00:00 GMT We tend to approach Christmas with high expectations says Rev Dr Peter Doll, Acting Dean of Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651845/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_YFCs_controversial_Christmas_video.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651845/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_YFCs_controversial_Christmas_video.aspx Sat, 24 Dec 2022 09:00:00 GMT This year has been a controversial one for lots of reasons and Christmas is no exception, says Nick Blanch from Norwich Youth For Christ in the charity's Christmas 2023 online video and schools' assembly. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Merry_Christmas_and_a_happy_new_You.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Merry_Christmas_and_a_happy_new_You.aspx Fri, 23 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT Rev Ron Skivington reminds us how easily Jesus can get side-lined this time of year, even though He is the perfect Christmas gift. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651585/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/The_good_news_that_enlightens_a_world.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651585/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/The_good_news_that_enlightens_a_world.aspx Thu, 22 Dec 2022 10:00:00 GMT In his first Christmas message as the new Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Peter Collins looks at good news that enlightens a world threatened by darkness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651581/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Christmas_It_s_not_just_about_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651581/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Christmas_It_s_not_just_about_the.aspx Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT Jane Walters is looking forward to her Christmas dinner, and has been reflecting on the purpose of all that feasting. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651504/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_to_hold_final_service_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651504/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_to_hold_final_service_in.aspx Tue, 20 Dec 2022 08:00:00 GMT After 78 years of worship, first in a wooden church, then a Nissen hut, then a brick building, Heartsease Lane Methodist Church is set to hold its final service. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651496/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_photographer_launches_Christian_art_group.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651496/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_photographer_launches_Christian_art_group.aspx Mon, 19 Dec 2022 16:00:00 GMT Luis Conde, a photographer originally from Portugal, has been inspired to launch a Christian art group at King’s Community Church. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651494/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_panto_cast_set_for_church_carol.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651494/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_panto_cast_set_for_church_carol.aspx Mon, 19 Dec 2022 12:00:00 GMT The cast of Norwich Theatre's pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk will perform readings and sing Christmas songs and carols at St Peter Mancroft Church in Norwich on December 22 and all are welcome. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Should_we_review_how_we_celebrate_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Should_we_review_how_we_celebrate_Christmas.aspx Sat, 17 Dec 2022 07:00:00 GMT As we complete the last minute preparations for our Christmas festivities, Andrew Frere-Smith suggests that it may be time to make some changes to the way we celebrate Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651075/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Peter_Collins_ordained_as_the_fifth_Bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651075/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Peter_Collins_ordained_as_the_fifth_Bishop.aspx Thu, 15 Dec 2022 10:15:00 GMT Canon Peter Collins was yesterday ordained as the fifth Bishop of East Anglia at St John’s Cathedral in Norwich, before a congregation of up to 1,100 people including Cardinal Vincent Nichols, over 20 bishops, civic and ecumenical guests. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_Bible_teacher_relaunches_in_Poringland.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_Bible_teacher_relaunches_in_Poringland.aspx Thu, 15 Dec 2022 08:00:00 GMT Jill Gower, who for many years has run a prayer and Bible teaching ministry in Norwich, will be setting up a new base in Poringland in the New Year. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651016/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_light_shines_in_the_darkness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/651016/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_light_shines_in_the_darkness.aspx Wed, 14 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT As we approach the shortest day of the year, regular contributor Philip Young reminds us that our celebration of the birth of Jesus at this time of year is also a celebration of the conquest of light over darkness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650982/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_Christmas_cards_turn_into_warm_coats.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650982/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_Christmas_cards_turn_into_warm_coats.aspx Tue, 13 Dec 2022 14:00:00 GMT A local idea for a Christmas card has snowballed into a community collaboration exercise to help children caught up in conflict, especially in Ukraine. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Watch_ordination_of_new_Bishop_of_East.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Watch_ordination_of_new_Bishop_of_East.aspx Mon, 12 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT The ordination of Canon Peter Collins as the Fifth Bishop of East Anglia will take place at St John’s Cathedral in Norwich on Wednesday December 14, before a congregation of up to 1,500 people and on live-stream. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650909/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christmas_musical_Edenbridge_is_a_sell.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650909/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christmas_musical_Edenbridge_is_a_sell.aspx Mon, 12 Dec 2022 11:00:00 GMT Hilary Harrison's new Christmas musical, Edenbridge, was a sell-out for both performances. For those who did not manage to get a ticket, we share some moments from the show. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650622/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Initiative_to_launch_Christian_school_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650622/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Initiative_to_launch_Christian_school_in_Norwich.aspx Mon, 12 Dec 2022 10:00:00 GMT With two initiatives looking at setting up Christian schools in Norwich, Elizabeth Davey from Community Action Norwich, explains the vision and thinking behind the Bilney Classical Christian School. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650877/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Cathedral_chorister_to_sing_in_BBC.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650877/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Cathedral_chorister_to_sing_in_BBC.aspx Sat, 10 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral chorister Alice Platten will compete in the final of the BBC Young Chorister of the Year this Sunday (December 11), after wowing judges in the semi-final of the competition run by BBC Radio 2 and Songs of Praise. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650305/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Follow_the_Christmas_star_says_Norwich_Bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650305/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Follow_the_Christmas_star_says_Norwich_Bishop.aspx Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, Graham Usher, has recorded a Christmas message encouraging us all to "Follow the Star" and intentionally invite people back into church this Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650386/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Call_yourself_a_Christian_Or_None.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650386/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Call_yourself_a_Christian_Or_None.aspx Wed, 07 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant shares his thoughts on the relevance of the Religion statistics in last week’s Census results, and suggests what it means to live up to the identity of being Christian. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650306/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_gives_out_Christmas_treat_bags.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650306/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_gives_out_Christmas_treat_bags.aspx Tue, 06 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT Volunteers from Gateway Vineyard Church in Norwich have been busy packing hundreds of hampers full of Christmas food treats for refugee and other families who need a helping hand across greater Norwich. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_launches_new_community_cafe.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_launches_new_community_cafe.aspx Mon, 05 Dec 2022 16:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has launched a new community café to tackle loneliness and the cost of living crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Is_Great_Britain_really_no_longer_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/650126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Is_Great_Britain_really_no_longer_Christian.aspx Mon, 05 Dec 2022 11:00:00 GMT James Knight has been taking a further look at the results of the 2021 UK ten-year census which were published last week, and wonders if the media are drawing the correct conclusions. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649851/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/UEA_graduate_from_Africa_opens_heart_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649851/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/UEA_graduate_from_Africa_opens_heart_and.aspx Thu, 01 Dec 2022 19:00:00 GMT Despite twice being a refugee from her home country, UEA Development graduate Erica Gateka found the boldness and strength to set up a charity helping young people in Rwanda. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649790/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_church_leaders_respond_to_Census_gloom.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649790/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_church_leaders_respond_to_Census_gloom.aspx Thu, 01 Dec 2022 08:00:00 GMT Church leaders across Norfolk have been responding to the news that an increasing number of people in England say they are not religious and less than 50% now profess to be Christians, with Norwich the second least religious city in the country. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649698/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Car_salesman_becomes_Norwich_church_pastor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649698/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Car_salesman_becomes_Norwich_church_pastor.aspx Wed, 30 Nov 2022 16:00:00 GMT When his wife Jill became a Christian, car salesman Vic Ready from Taverham was determined that the same would never happen to him – then 'he was hit with a holy sledgehammer'. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649692/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_did_God_create_the_devil.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649692/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_did_God_create_the_devil.aspx Wed, 30 Nov 2022 11:00:00 GMT James Knight has been pondering why the Creator of all things included the devil and all the consequent disruption in His perfect creation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649469/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_actor_journeys_from_Shakespeare_to_Jesus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649469/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_actor_journeys_from_Shakespeare_to_Jesus.aspx Wed, 30 Nov 2022 08:00:00 GMT Norwich actor Dominic Rye decided at the age of eight that God did not exist - then ended up playing Jesus in a Passion Play. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649441/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Attleborough_hymn_marathon_raises_over_10_000.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649441/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Attleborough_hymn_marathon_raises_over_10_000.aspx Tue, 29 Nov 2022 16:00:00 GMT St Mary’s Church in Attleborough has raised 10,491 towards its Attleborough Music Project during a 56-hour non-stop hymn marathon. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649420/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Community_Hub_goal_for_North_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649420/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Community_Hub_goal_for_North_Norfolk_church.aspx Tue, 29 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham is engaging in a number of activities which serve the local area in its mission to be established as a “Hub Church” for North Norfolk. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646028/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_charitys_appeal_to_support_Palestinian_students.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646028/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_charitys_appeal_to_support_Palestinian_students.aspx Tue, 29 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT A Norwich educational charity, set up in memory of a Norwich Anglican priest, to support students from a Palestinian refugee camp, is inviting people to support its Christmas appeal – to be launched on November 29. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648909/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Matthew_Project_Christmas_gifts_to_be_doubled.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648909/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Matthew_Project_Christmas_gifts_to_be_doubled.aspx Tue, 29 Nov 2022 07:00:00 GMT This Christmas Norfolk-based drugs and alcohol misuse charity, the Matthew Project, is raising much-needed funds through The Big Give Christmas Appeal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649113/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Waiting_for_Jesus_during_Advent.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/649113/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Waiting_for_Jesus_during_Advent.aspx Mon, 28 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT We are now in the season of Advent, and Ruth Lilley reflects that the period of waiting and preparing for Christmas can be of benefit to us all. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648867/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Diocese_of_Norwich_launches_digital_Advent_calendar.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648867/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Diocese_of_Norwich_launches_digital_Advent_calendar.aspx Fri, 25 Nov 2022 18:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich, is set to launch a digital Advent calendar for 2022, leading up to Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648523/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Have_you_say_on_future_of_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648523/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Have_you_say_on_future_of_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 24 Nov 2022 10:00:00 GMT An independent Church Buildings Commission team is compiling a report on the future sustainability of Anglican church buildings across Norfolk and Waveney so they can be better utilised today and in the future and it wants to hear your views on the issue. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/The_Bishop_of_Thetford_announces_his_retirement.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/The_Bishop_of_Thetford_announces_his_retirement.aspx Thu, 24 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Thetford, the Rt Revd Dr Alan Winton is due to retire next year. Bishop Alan has been the Bishop of Thetford for nearly 14 years. He was ordained as a priest in 1992, and has served the church in London, Hertfordshire and Norfolk. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648512/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Help_deliver_the_Good_News_this_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648512/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Help_deliver_the_Good_News_this_Christmas.aspx Wed, 23 Nov 2022 20:00:00 GMT The Christmas edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online and help is needed to deliver some copies. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648632/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Keep_dancing_your_journey_with_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648632/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Keep_dancing_your_journey_with_God.aspx Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley enjoys watching the well-known dancing contest on TV, and the persistence of the competitors reminds her of her journey with God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648481/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_inspiring_young_people.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648481/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_inspiring_young_people.aspx Tue, 22 Nov 2022 10:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk’s annual celebration and award ceremony returned to the stage on Thursday November 17 – where an audience of 180 joined the charity to celebrate their inspiring young people, clients, staff and volunteers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648456/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Lynn_poet_brings_out_book.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648456/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Lynn_poet_brings_out_book.aspx Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:00:00 GMT Peter Coates, Secretary of Churches Together in King’s Lynn, has written a book of poetry exploring ways to care for each other and for our world. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_pastor_urges_World_Cup_freedom_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_pastor_urges_World_Cup_freedom_prayer.aspx Mon, 21 Nov 2022 11:00:00 GMT A Norwich church pastor is urging people to help tackle religious persecution by watching and praying during the World Cup in Quatar. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648410/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_season_up_and_running.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648410/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_season_up_and_running.aspx Sun, 20 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League season is now fully underway with the adult and U16 leagues now up and running, reports Chairman Mike Culwick. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648289/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Stay_close_to_Jesus_Norwich_church_leaders.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648289/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Stay_close_to_Jesus_Norwich_church_leaders.aspx Sat, 19 Nov 2022 09:00:00 GMT Norwich church and ministry leaders were offered tips on how to keep going in ministry by ex-Brighton vicar, Rev Phil Moon, at the Transforming Norwich leaders lunch on November 16. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648123/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Rebrand_as_Norwich_church_changes_its_name.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648123/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Rebrand_as_Norwich_church_changes_its_name.aspx Thu, 17 Nov 2022 10:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has changed its name for the fourth time in its 170-year history transforming from Surrey Chapel into CityGates Church Norwich. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648048/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_can_we_help_feed_those_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/648048/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_can_we_help_feed_those_in.aspx Wed, 16 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere-Smith reminds us of the importance of meals, and offers us some food for thought as the rising cost of living impacts our communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646731/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/John_leads_Norwich_churches_trip_to_Holy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646731/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/John_leads_Norwich_churches_trip_to_Holy.aspx Tue, 15 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT Experienced Holy Land traveller and former CEO of YMCA Norfolk, John Drake, is leading an inter-church tour from Norwich to Israel and Palestine in March 2023, with a few places still available. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/647830/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_to_hold_Sunday_healing_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/647830/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_to_hold_Sunday_healing_service.aspx Mon, 14 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT Witard Road Baptist Church is hosting a healing service on November 27 led by Rev Ray and Ruth Scorey from Norfolk Healing Rooms. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/647748/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Sheringham_youth_attend_forbidden_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/647748/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Sheringham_youth_attend_forbidden_church.aspx Mon, 14 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT The youth group at Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham were forced to meet at a secret location earlier this month when the Lighthouse building had, supposedly, been shut down by the authorities. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/647643/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Foodbank_provides_over_4_700_food.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/647643/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Foodbank_provides_over_4_700_food.aspx Fri, 11 Nov 2022 11:00:00 GMT Norwich Foodbank gave out 4,793 emergency food parcels to people across Norwich in the last year – with 1,790 of these going to children. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/647464/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Discovering_the_Orange_in_your_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/647464/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Discovering_the_Orange_in_your_life.aspx Wed, 09 Nov 2022 11:00:00 GMT The vibrant colours of autumn have been inspiring regular contributor Jane Walters to focus on the positive. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/647186/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Abbey_Days_brings_Christmas_Magic_to_Wymondham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/647186/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Abbey_Days_brings_Christmas_Magic_to_Wymondham.aspx Tue, 08 Nov 2022 10:00:00 GMT Visitors to Wymondham Abbey’s Christmas fair will be able to treat their children to a magic show and fun baking workshop while they browse more than 60 stalls. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646996/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Are_we_storing_up_treasures_on_earth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646996/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Are_we_storing_up_treasures_on_earth.aspx Mon, 07 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT Rising prices affect us all, and Anna Heydon urges us to spare a thought for those who will be struggling with the cost of living this winter. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646897/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Community_Chaplaincy_Norfolk_begins_a_new_chapter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646897/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Community_Chaplaincy_Norfolk_begins_a_new_chapter.aspx Fri, 04 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT Community Chaplaincy Norfolk (CCN) celebrated the beginning of a new chapter this week, as the new chair of trustees Chris Tomlinson led his first annual meeting. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646704/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Addicts_rehabilitation_centre_plan_for_Drayton_Hall.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646704/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Addicts_rehabilitation_centre_plan_for_Drayton_Hall.aspx Wed, 02 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT Christian addiction charity Teen Challenge London is planning to turn Drayton Hall near Norwich into its headquarters and a rehabilitation centre for men, after it was gifted the freehold of the hall by its owner, the Lind Trust. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646703/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_power_of_positive_protest.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646703/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_power_of_positive_protest.aspx Wed, 02 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT Philip Young encourages us to take a stand for what we believe, and has just written to Thérèse Coffey regarding climate change and the forthcoming COP 27. He explains why we should be prepared to protest. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643271/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Transforming_Norwich_lunch_offers_ministry_tips.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643271/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Transforming_Norwich_lunch_offers_ministry_tips.aspx Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT Ex-Brighton vicar, Rev Phil Moon, will offer tips on how to keep going in ministry to the Transforming Norwich leaders lunch on Wednesday November 16. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646486/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Quiet_Waters_in_Bungay_offers_healing_retreat.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646486/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Quiet_Waters_in_Bungay_offers_healing_retreat.aspx Mon, 31 Oct 2022 09:30:00 GMT Quiet Waters Christian Retreat in Bungay is holding a gentle day retreat exploring healing in the Kingdom of God. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646452/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norfolk_ministry_coaching_duo_are_guest_speakers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646452/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norfolk_ministry_coaching_duo_are_guest_speakers.aspx Sat, 29 Oct 2022 23:00:00 GMT Former church leaders and now freelance ministry coaches, Jonathan and Paige Squirrell, are the guest speakers at the next dinner of Norwich FGB on Monday, November 21. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646426/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bringing_light_to_Halloween.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646426/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bringing_light_to_Halloween.aspx Fri, 28 Oct 2022 23:00:00 GMT Anna Price encourages Christians to engage positively with Halloween rather than hide away, on what many see as the darkest night of the year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/First_service_takes_place_at_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/First_service_takes_place_at_Norwich_church.aspx Fri, 28 Oct 2022 18:00:00 GMT SOUL Church hosted around 400 people for a special service on the site of their new building on Heartsease Lane. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646376/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_draws_up_list_of_warm_places.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646376/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_draws_up_list_of_warm_places.aspx Fri, 28 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT As rising energy prices make it harder to heat homes, churches in Dereham are leading the way in creating warm spaces where people can go. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646253/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_scoops_national_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646253/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_scoops_national_award.aspx Thu, 27 Oct 2022 09:00:00 GMT A medieval Anglican church in a tiny hamlet in South Norfolk has won a national award and a 10,000 boost. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646255/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_churches_help_people_to_help_themselves.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646255/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_churches_help_people_to_help_themselves.aspx Thu, 27 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT A group of churches in Dereham have launched an ambitious project which aims to meet needs in the town, including the provision of food and skills training. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Halloween_light_in_Gorleston_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Halloween_light_in_Gorleston_church.aspx Wed, 26 Oct 2022 23:00:00 GMT On Halloween this year, St Mary Magdalene Church in Gorleston will be preparing to welcome around 200 families to experience their Light on a Dark Night event. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/An_opportunity_for_Norwich_to_pray_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/An_opportunity_for_Norwich_to_pray_for.aspx Wed, 26 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT Rev Nigel Fox, who has served as a Methodist Minister for 15 years in Norwich, shares an open invitation to pray for the nation at a crucial moment. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646282/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Please_keep_Rishi_in_your_prayers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646282/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Please_keep_Rishi_in_your_prayers.aspx Tue, 25 Oct 2022 23:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant urges us to pray for our political leaders, especially the new Prime Minister, and avoid unhelpful judgementalism. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646083/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Patrick_Regan_helps_Norwich_to_bounce_forwards.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646083/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Patrick_Regan_helps_Norwich_to_bounce_forwards.aspx Mon, 24 Oct 2022 14:00:00 GMT On Saturday St Stephen’s in Norwich hosted Bouncing Forwards as part of a national tour by the mental health charity Kintsugi Hope. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646030/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/National_award_for_Dereham_Christian_bookshop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/646030/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/National_award_for_Dereham_Christian_bookshop.aspx Sun, 23 Oct 2022 08:00:00 GMT The Green Pastures Christian bookshop in Dereham has won a national award for providing boxes of Christian books to 21 local schools. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norfolk_drug_and_alcohol_charity_pays_tribute.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norfolk_drug_and_alcohol_charity_pays_tribute.aspx Fri, 21 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT Andy Sexton, CEO of the Matthew Project, introduces a series of tributes from the charity to its founder, Peter Farley. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645975/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Heartsease_Lane_Methodist_church_to_close.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645975/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Heartsease_Lane_Methodist_church_to_close.aspx Thu, 20 Oct 2022 14:00:00 GMT As part of a reorganisation of the Norwich Methodist Circuit, Heartsease Lane Methodist Church will be closing towards the end of the year. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645928/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_it_means_for_us_to_repent.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645928/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_it_means_for_us_to_repent.aspx Wed, 19 Oct 2022 23:00:00 GMT Nigel Fox believes that now is the time for a tide of repentance, and shares his thoughts about what that actually means for our society. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645919/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Christmas_card_shop_opens_in_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645919/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Christmas_card_shop_opens_in_Norwich_church.aspx Wed, 19 Oct 2022 11:00:00 GMT Thousands of Christmas cards from around 30 local Norfolk charities have gone on sale today (October 19) at the Original Norwich Charity Christmas Card Shop inside St Peter Mancroft church in Norwich city centre. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645878/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Farewell_as_Yarmouth_church_leader_moves_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645878/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Farewell_as_Yarmouth_church_leader_moves_on.aspx Tue, 18 Oct 2022 23:00:00 GMT Captain Marie Burr, the Salvation Army leader in Great Yarmouth, has paid tribute to everyone at the church and charity after she left her post at the end of last month to move to a new role. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632411/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_hears_pastor_Policeman_and_tramp_tale.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632411/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_hears_pastor_Policeman_and_tramp_tale.aspx Tue, 18 Oct 2022 18:00:00 GMT Essex Baptist Pastor Dave McDowell has been a Policeman, fed orphans in India and lived under a boat as a tramp. He told his remarkable story at the October dinner of Norwich FGB on Wednesday October 26. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645788/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Pioneer_UK_leader_speaks_at_Sheringham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645788/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Pioneer_UK_leader_speaks_at_Sheringham_church.aspx Tue, 18 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT Ness Wilson, national leader of the Pioneer network of churches, was the main speaker at a day of teaching and worship held at Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham on 12 October, to be followed up by Word and Worship sessions at October half term. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645716/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Youth_for_Christ_lights_a_fire_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645716/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Youth_for_Christ_lights_a_fire_in.aspx Mon, 17 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT North Breckland Youth for Christ will be putting on a mini residential camp this year to coincide with Bonfire Night. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645545/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Ashill_church_puts_on_music_to_touch.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645545/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Ashill_church_puts_on_music_to_touch.aspx Fri, 14 Oct 2022 19:00:00 GMT The Fountain of Life Church in Ashill is hosting an afternoon concert in early November with classical, jazz, opera, ballads and pop classics. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645225/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Global_Leadership_Conference_returns_to_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645225/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Global_Leadership_Conference_returns_to_Norwich.aspx Wed, 12 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT After a three- year break the Global Leadership Summit returns to Norwich on November 25 at the Kings Centre, hosted by Norwich Youth for Christ. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645166/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Bishop_appointed_for_the_Diocese_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645166/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Bishop_appointed_for_the_Diocese_of.aspx Tue, 11 Oct 2022 18:30:00 GMT Rev Canon Peter Collins, a priest of the Archdiocese of Cardiff, has been appointed as the fifth Bishop of East Anglia by Pope Francis, with an announcement made today at both the Vatican in Rome and at St John’s Cathedral in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645233/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Watch_out_for_unguarded_sparks.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645233/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Watch_out_for_unguarded_sparks.aspx Mon, 10 Oct 2022 23:00:00 GMT Following the wild fires caused by the very hot and dry weather during the summer, Tony Mallion reminds us of some advice in the bible which draws on a comparison with such fires. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645067/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_protestors_arrested_at_Stop_Oil_protest.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645067/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_protestors_arrested_at_Stop_Oil_protest.aspx Mon, 10 Oct 2022 15:00:00 GMT Three Norwich Christians were arrested as part of the continuing Just Stop Oil protests in support of the demand that the government license no new fossil fuel projects. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645065/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Methodist_churches_ride_the_rapids_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645065/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Methodist_churches_ride_the_rapids_of.aspx Mon, 10 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT While some Methodist churches in the Norwich area are closing, others are experiencing strong signs of growth. Superintendent Minister Rev Andy Burrows makes sense of a season of change. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645062/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Norfolk_drug_abuse_charity_founder.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/645062/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Norfolk_drug_abuse_charity_founder.aspx Sun, 09 Oct 2022 23:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to Peter John Farley, founder of the Norfolk drug and alcohol abuse charity the Matthew project, who died on 29 September 2022. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644870/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Andrew_wants_an_outward_focused_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644870/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Andrew_wants_an_outward_focused_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Wed, 05 Oct 2022 23:00:00 GMT A month ago, Rev Canon Dr Andrew Braddock was revealed as the new Dean of Norwich Anglican Cathedral. Speaking exclusively to Network Norfolk, he said he wants an outward focused Cathedral community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644202/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_label_does_your_faith_have.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644202/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_label_does_your_faith_have.aspx Tue, 04 Oct 2022 23:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton considers what it means to be a called a Christian, and what part religion should play in one’s life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644688/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Catherine_Dobson_becomes_new_Archdeacon_of_Lynn.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644688/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Catherine_Dobson_becomes_new_Archdeacon_of_Lynn.aspx Tue, 04 Oct 2022 15:00:00 GMT Rev Catherine Dobson, who was formerly Rector of the Coastal Group, has been installed as the new Archdeacon of Lynn. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644632/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Charity_to_mark_World_Homeless_Day_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644632/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Charity_to_mark_World_Homeless_Day_in.aspx Tue, 04 Oct 2022 11:00:00 GMT Church leaders and those with a passion for helping tackle homelessness are invited to attend an event marking World Homeless Day on October 10 in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Sarah_snuffs_out_exclusion_at_Wiggenhall_St.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Sarah_snuffs_out_exclusion_at_Wiggenhall_St.aspx Fri, 30 Sep 2022 11:00:00 GMT Churchwardens Angie Yeoman and Carolyn Cast from Wiggenhall St Germans won a Through the Roof award after they appointed Sarah as Chief Snuffer. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644369/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Sheringham_church_to_host_leaders_conference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644369/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Sheringham_church_to_host_leaders_conference.aspx Thu, 29 Sep 2022 21:00:00 GMT “Not Ashamed” is the theme of a day of teaching, worship and ministry to be held at Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham in October, and folk from any church are welcome to come along. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644319/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Celebrate_and_donate_from_Norfolks_harvest.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644319/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Celebrate_and_donate_from_Norfolks_harvest.aspx Thu, 29 Sep 2022 09:05:00 GMT The Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association, the Norfolk Young Farmers’ Clubs and Norwich Cathedral are teaming up with Nourishing Norfolk to both celebrate Norfolk agriculture and food and to collect food donations for those in need. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_Bishop_calls_out_huge_assault_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_Bishop_calls_out_huge_assault_on.aspx Thu, 29 Sep 2022 09:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has called on Christians across the country to be a prophetic voice protesting against what he has called the Government’s “huge assault on nature and international environmental commitments”. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644205/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Belsey_Bridge_Residential_Centre_set_for_closure.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644205/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Belsey_Bridge_Residential_Centre_set_for_closure.aspx Thu, 29 Sep 2022 08:00:00 GMT The Belsey Bridge Residential Centre in South Norfolk is set to close its doors within weeks after a three-year strategic review into the future direction of the Christian Conference Trust which runs it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644210/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Thrigby_conference_welcomes_new_beginnings.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644210/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Thrigby_conference_welcomes_new_beginnings.aspx Wed, 28 Sep 2022 14:00:00 GMT New beginnings were the theme of a conference led by Pete Gillett, which took place on Saturday at Thrigby Mill in east Norfolk. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644201/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Thank_God_for_the_memories.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644201/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Thank_God_for_the_memories.aspx Tue, 27 Sep 2022 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Jane Walters has been recalling her youth, and thanks God for His faithful leading during her life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_church_on_national_award_shortlist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Gorleston_church_on_national_award_shortlist.aspx Mon, 26 Sep 2022 23:00:00 GMT St Mary Magdalene Church in Gorleston has reached the finals of the National Church awards 2022, in the category for Church and Community Volunteers. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643925/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Thanking_the_Lord_of_the_harvest.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643925/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Thanking_the_Lord_of_the_harvest.aspx Sun, 25 Sep 2022 23:00:00 GMT As we are in the midst of the Harvest Festival season, when many churches hold services of harvest thanksgiving, Kevin Gotts shares a harvest-time tale with us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643687/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_can_we_best_serve_King_Charles.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643687/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_can_we_best_serve_King_Charles.aspx Tue, 20 Sep 2022 23:00:00 GMT As the nation starts to return to normal following the state funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Philip Young suggests how we should now look to move forward under our new monarch. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643562/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_Queen_a_monarch_who_proclaimed_her.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643562/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_Queen_a_monarch_who_proclaimed_her.aspx Sun, 18 Sep 2022 23:00:00 GMT As we reflect on the state funeral of her majesty Queen Elizabeth II, John Kuhrt reminds us how much she proclaimed her Christian faith in her Christmas messages to the nation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643518/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Cathedral_service_pays_tribute_to_Queen.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643518/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Cathedral_service_pays_tribute_to_Queen.aspx Fri, 16 Sep 2022 11:00:00 GMT More than 1,000 people from across Norfolk paid tribute to HM The Queen at a special service at Norwich Cathedral last night. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643464/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Queen_is_honoured_at_Requiem_Mass_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643464/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Queen_is_honoured_at_Requiem_Mass_in.aspx Thu, 15 Sep 2022 16:00:00 GMT Civic and ecumenical guests were among a congregation of over 350 people who joined Bishop Alan Hopes for a Solemn Diocesan Requiem Mass for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at St John’s Cathedral in Norwich earlier today. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Should_we_be_pursuing_a_humbler_future.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Should_we_be_pursuing_a_humbler_future.aspx Wed, 14 Sep 2022 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Andy Bryant questions whether the pursuit of growth is really the fairest answer to the cost-of-living crisis, and challenges us to consider our nation’s role in God’s creation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643272/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Queen_bee_childrens_message_by_Norwich_Bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643272/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Queen_bee_childrens_message_by_Norwich_Bishop.aspx Mon, 12 Sep 2022 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, Graham Usher has written a letter for primary-age schoolchildren to help them to understand their feelings about the death of Queen Elizabeth and the proclamation of King Charles III. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643140/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_East_Anglia_pays_tribute_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/643140/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_East_Anglia_pays_tribute_to.aspx Sat, 10 Sep 2022 11:00:00 GMT Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II on September 8, the Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Alan Hopes, has paid tribute to her extraordinary dedication, inspired by her Christian faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642996/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Lady_Dannatt_pays_tribute_to_Queen_Elizabeth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642996/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Lady_Dannatt_pays_tribute_to_Queen_Elizabeth.aspx Fri, 09 Sep 2022 09:00:00 GMT The Lady Dannatt MBE, HM Lord-Lieutenant of Norfolk has paid tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II following her death on Thursday at Balmoral at the age of 96. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norfolk_church_leaders_pay_tribute_to_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norfolk_church_leaders_pay_tribute_to_the.aspx Fri, 09 Sep 2022 08:05:00 GMT Church leaders across Norfolk have started paying their tributes to Queen Elizabeth II and churches across the county are expected to open their doors on Friday for people to offer prayers and ring their bells in tribute at 12 noon for an hour. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642927/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_picnic_project_feeds_families_over_holidays.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642927/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_picnic_project_feeds_families_over_holidays.aspx Fri, 09 Sep 2022 08:00:00 GMT As part of ENYP’s growing food provision over the summer holidays the Norwich Christian youth charity has been distributing hundreds of picnic packed lunches to children across the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Can_you_ever_lose_your_salvation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Can_you_ever_lose_your_salvation.aspx Wed, 07 Sep 2022 14:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight takes a look at the age-old question of whether our salvation is permanent once we are saved. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642676/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Returning_priest_named_as_new_Dean_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642676/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Returning_priest_named_as_new_Dean_of.aspx Wed, 07 Sep 2022 01:00:00 GMT Rev Canon Dr Andrew Jonathan Braddock, Interim Dean of Gloucester, was revealed today as the new Dean of Norwich in a short ceremony inside Norwich Cathedral witnessed by staff and local media. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642654/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Couple_commissioned_as_Norwich_church_pastors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642654/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Couple_commissioned_as_Norwich_church_pastors.aspx Wed, 07 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT Marc and Katie Lillystone were formally commissioned as the new site pastors of Gateway Vineyard at The Chapel in Hellesdon, Norwich, on Sunday morning. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642656/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Success_for_Sheringham_BeachLife_outreach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642656/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Success_for_Sheringham_BeachLife_outreach.aspx Mon, 05 Sep 2022 23:00:00 GMT Four days of fun, games, and discovering Jesus on Sheringham clifftops and beach have now ended, as the return of BeachLife has been hailed as a resounding success. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642474/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Christian_football_league_founder.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642474/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Christian_football_league_founder.aspx Sat, 03 Sep 2022 23:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to Norfolk Christian Football League stalwart and former church youth worker and teacher, Alan Barnes, who has died at the age of 62. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642087/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Three_Norfolk_churches_consider_solar_panels.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642087/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Three_Norfolk_churches_consider_solar_panels.aspx Sat, 03 Sep 2022 11:00:00 GMT Two Norfolk churches have applied to their local councils for planning permission to consider solar panel installations on the roof and a third church in Norwich city centre is considering the move. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637692/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Ex_Policeman_now_evangelist_was_Norwich_dinner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637692/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Ex_Policeman_now_evangelist_was_Norwich_dinner.aspx Fri, 02 Sep 2022 23:00:00 GMT Former Policeman and now evangelist Roland Tann was the guest speaker at the September 27 dinner of FGB Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Holiday_fun_for_older_people_at_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Holiday_fun_for_older_people_at_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 01 Sep 2022 23:00:00 GMT A group of Norfolk churches is aiming to ensure that it is not just the young people that are having holiday fun but also those who qualify for a free bus pass. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Café_in_west_Norfolk_serves_the_water.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Café_in_west_Norfolk_serves_the_water.aspx Wed, 31 Aug 2022 23:00:00 GMT A new church plant in Ingoldisthorpe, Wset Norfolk, is serving is offering quality coffee and an accessible way to hear about living water. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642037/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_words_that_run_through_your_centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/642037/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_words_that_run_through_your_centre.aspx Sun, 28 Aug 2022 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley has been to the seaside, and reflects on the words that ran through the middle of her stick of rock. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641969/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Former_vicar_returns_to_troubled_Norfolk_abbey.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641969/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Former_vicar_returns_to_troubled_Norfolk_abbey.aspx Wed, 24 Aug 2022 21:00:00 GMT Former vicar of Wymondham, Rev Canon Christopher Davies, has been appointed by the Bishop of Norwich as Interim Priest in Charge of the troubled town Abbey for a period of up to three years following the resignation of Rev Catherine Relf-Pennington. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641932/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_speaker_puts_on_New_Testament_sandals.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641932/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_speaker_puts_on_New_Testament_sandals.aspx Wed, 24 Aug 2022 13:30:00 GMT Rev Dr Sue Woan, who used to lead the Norwich Diocesan Ministry Course, is inviting people to step into New Testaments sandals for day retreats in Mattishall and Badersfield. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641901/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bringing_warmth_and_light_into_the_gloom.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641901/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bringing_warmth_and_light_into_the_gloom.aspx Tue, 23 Aug 2022 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere Smith wonders whether our church premises could be used even more to bring some warmth and light into people’s lives during the coming winter. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Gorleston_vicar_is_Bishop_s_new_urban.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Gorleston_vicar_is_Bishop_s_new_urban.aspx Mon, 22 Aug 2022 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Revd Graham Usher, has appointed the Revd Matthew Price, Vicar of St Mary Magdalene in Gorleston, to the additional role of Bishop’s Adviser for Urban and Estates Ministry. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641424/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedral_to_host_Care_for_Children.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641424/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedral_to_host_Care_for_Children.aspx Wed, 17 Aug 2022 13:00:00 GMT A Care for Children summer fete will include everything from burgers to Afro-Caribbean food, goats-milk ice creams to cappuccinos, face painters, morris dancers, alpacas, and a climbing wall. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641188/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Papal_and_royal_wishes_as_Olga_reaches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641188/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Papal_and_royal_wishes_as_Olga_reaches.aspx Wed, 17 Aug 2022 10:00:00 GMT Devout Thetford parishioner Olga Devonish has celebrated her 100th birthday by attending Mass and being presented with a Papal Blessing. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641191/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Abiding_with_God_in_times_of_change.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641191/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Abiding_with_God_in_times_of_change.aspx Tue, 16 Aug 2022 23:00:00 GMT Jane Walters reminds us that God is our refuge even when the winds of change seem like a hurricane all around us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641089/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/New_minister_for_Salvation_Army_in_Beccles.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641089/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/New_minister_for_Salvation_Army_in_Beccles.aspx Tue, 16 Aug 2022 11:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army in Beccles has appointed Harry Woods as its new Corps Assistant/Church leader in Beccles. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641106/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/West_End_Has_Faith_comes_to_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641106/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/West_End_Has_Faith_comes_to_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 15 Aug 2022 12:30:00 GMT A group which unites Christian professionals in showbiz brought the energy, harmony and emotion of the West End to churches in Dereham and Aylsham. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_youth_charity_in_new_office_space.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_youth_charity_in_new_office_space.aspx Sat, 13 Aug 2022 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Youth for Christ is appealing for help after being given notice to leave their current premises at the Mousehold Hub near Norwich city centre. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641048/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_hospital_chaplains_offer_memorial_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/641048/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_hospital_chaplains_offer_memorial_service.aspx Sat, 13 Aug 2022 07:00:00 GMT Chaplains at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital are offering those bereaved over the last two years the opportunity to return to the hospital and remember the lives of their loved ones. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640655/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/All_systems_go_at_Norwich_Youth_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640655/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/All_systems_go_at_Norwich_Youth_for.aspx Wed, 10 Aug 2022 15:00:00 GMT Latest developments at Norwich Youth for Christ include a new Education Manager, the Encounter summer camp, gaming ministry and an appeal for hosts. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Good_government_and_God_s_agenda.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Good_government_and_God_s_agenda.aspx Wed, 10 Aug 2022 11:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Philip Young is hoping that our new Prime Minister will pursue God’s agenda for our country. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640598/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Bike_ride_aims_to_rejuvenate_Norfolk_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640598/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Bike_ride_aims_to_rejuvenate_Norfolk_s.aspx Wed, 10 Aug 2022 07:30:00 GMT The Norfolk Churches Trust bike ride is taking place again this year, with money being split between participating churches and the Norfolk Churches Trust. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640133/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Christian_bikers_are_active_again_across_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640133/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Christian_bikers_are_active_again_across_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 09 Aug 2022 17:00:00 GMT The Norfolk branch of the Christian Motorcyclists Association (CMA) has been active across Norfolk this summer, including an appearance at Celebrate King’s Lynn on July 23 http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640444/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Funding_boost_for_historic_South_Norfolk_chapel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640444/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Funding_boost_for_historic_South_Norfolk_chapel.aspx Sun, 07 Aug 2022 07:00:00 GMT Historic England has awarded a grant of 400,000 towards the repair of Grade I listed Becket’s Chapel in Wymondham, Norfolk. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640492/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Volunteer_mentors_needed_for_prison_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640492/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/Volunteer_mentors_needed_for_prison_project.aspx Sat, 06 Aug 2022 06:30:00 GMT Community Chaplaincy Norfolk is seeking new volunteer mentors from across Norfolk to provide people leaving prison with emotional and practical support as they rebuild their lives. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640428/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christian_charity_launches_Norwich_social_supermarket.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640428/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christian_charity_launches_Norwich_social_supermarket.aspx Thu, 04 Aug 2022 11:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian youth charity ENYP has launched its first social supermarket in the city’s Russell Street Community Centre with more than 80 households registered to use it within the first two weeks. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640385/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_Church_must_live_beyond_the_headlines.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640385/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_Church_must_live_beyond_the_headlines.aspx Wed, 03 Aug 2022 23:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant argues that the role of the Church should not be driven by ephemeral whims of the news headlines or social media, but should follow God’s agenda. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640146/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_league_youth_teams_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640146/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_league_youth_teams_appeal.aspx Mon, 01 Aug 2022 16:00:00 GMT A new season kicks off for the Norfolk Christian Football League in September writes new chairman Mick Culwick, including an appeal for churches to get involved in youth football. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640104/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Christian_guesthouse_set_to_re_open_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640104/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Christian_guesthouse_set_to_re_open_in.aspx Thu, 28 Jul 2022 23:00:00 GMT All Hallows House on Rouen Road in Norwich will re-open for guests this August following a major refurbishment to create a modernised, attractive place of Christian hospitality beside the internationally-renowned St Julian’s Church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640007/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Norfolk_podcast_highlights_inspirational_Christians.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640007/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Norfolk_podcast_highlights_inspirational_Christians.aspx Wed, 27 Jul 2022 23:00:00 GMT Occupational therapy student, Sara Kenny, from Hethersett, has launched a new podcast series to highlight the stories of inspirational Christians with a Norfolk connection. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Bishop_of_Norwichs_Prize_for_Ecology_awarded.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/640008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Bishop_of_Norwichs_Prize_for_Ecology_awarded.aspx Wed, 27 Jul 2022 11:00:00 GMT A UEA ecology student has been awarded the Bishop of Norwich's Prize for Ecology for his work on woodland, bees and Norfolk farmland. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639999/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Should_women_be_leading_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639999/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Should_women_be_leading_churches.aspx Tue, 26 Jul 2022 23:00:00 GMT James Knight shares his thoughts about women in church leadership, but suggests that God may have a pragmatic view. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639861/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Hundreds_enjoy_free_family_fun_in_Kings.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639861/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Hundreds_enjoy_free_family_fun_in_Kings.aspx Sun, 24 Jul 2022 23:00:00 GMT Hundreds of people enjoyed a free family fun day staged by Celebrate King’s Lynn at The Walks park in the West Norfolk town on Saturday July 23, in partnership with 17 local churches and Christian organisations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639855/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Angus_fights_modern_slavery_with_triathlon.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639855/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Angus_fights_modern_slavery_with_triathlon.aspx Sun, 24 Jul 2022 23:00:00 GMT 13-year-old Angus Brighouse has recently completed an adult sprint distance triathlon to raise funds to help fight against modern slavery. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639733/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_drop_in_centre_staff_honoured.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639733/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_drop_in_centre_staff_honoured.aspx Fri, 22 Jul 2022 23:00:00 GMT Staff at a Salvation Army drop-in for homeless people in Norwich have been honoured for their work in the pandemic with a commemorative blue plaque, on behalf of HM Lord-Lieutenant for Norfolk Lady Phillipa Dannatt. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639814/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_bishops_prayers_plea_after_heatwave_fires.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639814/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_bishops_prayers_plea_after_heatwave_fires.aspx Fri, 22 Jul 2022 11:00:00 GMT Two Norfolk bishops have asked people to join them in praying for communities severely affected by devastating fires seen across Norfolk in this week’s record heatwave. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639487/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/New_Team_Vicar_for_Great_Yarmouth_parish.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639487/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/New_Team_Vicar_for_Great_Yarmouth_parish.aspx Thu, 21 Jul 2022 23:00:00 GMT Rev Ashley Hines will be moving to the Yarmouth area in the autumn to become the new Team Vicar for the Great Yarmouth parish. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Invite_as_Newday_youth_festival_is_back.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Invite_as_Newday_youth_festival_is_back.aspx Thu, 21 Jul 2022 09:00:00 GMT Church leaders and youth workers across Norfolk are being invited to attend the Newday Christian festival for young people aged 11-19 years, taking place near Norwich from August 1 to 5, to see what is happening. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639583/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Moving_on_to_the_next_chapter_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639583/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Moving_on_to_the_next_chapter_with.aspx Tue, 19 Jul 2022 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley explains why she is reluctant to say goodbye to this year’s primary class, and then face a brand new class in the autumn. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639560/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Merton_church_weaves_together_history_and_music.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639560/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Merton_church_weaves_together_history_and_music.aspx Tue, 19 Jul 2022 13:00:00 GMT St Peter’s Church in Merton has created a video called ‘Music and Heritage – a history of our Churches and Music.’ By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639508/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Prayers_come_to_the_aid_of_firemen.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639508/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Prayers_come_to_the_aid_of_firemen.aspx Mon, 18 Jul 2022 10:00:00 GMT Members of Harvest Centre Church in Brandon witnessed their building being saved from an approaching fire as prayers went up and the wind died down. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638921/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Funeral_profession_changes_after_pandemic.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638921/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Funeral_profession_changes_after_pandemic.aspx Sun, 17 Jul 2022 08:00:00 GMT Now that we are at the other end of the pandemic that touched so many lives, the funeral profession has started to undergo some radical changes, writes Norwich Christian director Kevin Cobbold. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638287/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_garden_offered_to_Christian_groups.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638287/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_garden_offered_to_Christian_groups.aspx Sat, 16 Jul 2022 08:00:00 GMT A five-acre meadow, just a few miles from Norwich is now open for use, free of charge, by Christian and other groups. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_curate_explores_spirituality_with_a_lawnmower.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_curate_explores_spirituality_with_a_lawnmower.aspx Thu, 14 Jul 2022 20:00:00 GMT Fr Tracy Williams, curate at St Francis in Heartsease, had an inspiration one day to mow a labyrinth behind the church, which is now growing into a spirituality project. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639215/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Butterflies_womens_group_at_S_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639215/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Butterflies_womens_group_at_S_Norfolk_church.aspx Thu, 14 Jul 2022 17:00:00 GMT Butterflies is a weekly group for women, who may be vulnerable for different reasons, to enjoy a safe space relax meet with old friends and make new ones. The group is run by Alive Church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639151/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Twitter_storms_challenge_Norwich_climate_cyclists.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639151/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Twitter_storms_challenge_Norwich_climate_cyclists.aspx Wed, 13 Jul 2022 15:00:00 GMT Two Norwich Christian climate activists completed a bike ride to five more cathedrals this week, adding to the six they have already visited and petitioned. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639146/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Books_which_enlighten_and_challenge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639146/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Books_which_enlighten_and_challenge.aspx Wed, 13 Jul 2022 10:00:00 GMT Jane Walters has been catching up on some Christian reading, and has discovered the joys of including a good book in her daily routine. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639145/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Synod_endorses_plan_to_reach_net_zero.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/639145/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Synod_endorses_plan_to_reach_net_zero.aspx Tue, 12 Jul 2022 11:00:00 GMT The Church of England’s General Synod has endorsed detailed plans designed to help the Church to reach net zero carbon by 2030, introduced by the Bishop of Norwich, Graham Usher, the Church of England’s lead Bishop for the Environment. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638938/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/From_estate_agent_to_Care_Trust_chief.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638938/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/From_estate_agent_to_Care_Trust_chief.aspx Fri, 08 Jul 2022 16:00:00 GMT A former estate agency MD and now Chief Executive for Aylsham Care Trust since last October, Philip Macdonald believes that God has guided his career since hearing from him in a gospel meeting in his twenties. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638901/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_author_gives_a_call_to_bless.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638901/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_author_gives_a_call_to_bless.aspx Thu, 07 Jul 2022 17:00:00 GMT Jill Gower from Light House Norwich has added a new booklet to her list of publications which focusses on blessing the Lord. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Salvation_Army_flies_the_flag_for_faithful.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Salvation_Army_flies_the_flag_for_faithful.aspx Thu, 07 Jul 2022 07:00:00 GMT To the sound of a brass band and the singing of family and local Christians, the Salvation Army held a celebration for the faithful ministry of Salvationist Marjorie Cooper. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638609/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Chance_to_support_pastor_team_at_Latitude.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638609/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Chance_to_support_pastor_team_at_Latitude.aspx Wed, 06 Jul 2022 11:00:00 GMT Town Pastors from across Norfolk and Suffolk will once again be serving as Festival Pastors at the Latitude music and arts festival taking place in Suffolk and are asking for your prayer support. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638770/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_celebrates_Petertide_ordinations.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638770/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_celebrates_Petertide_ordinations.aspx Wed, 06 Jul 2022 10:00:00 GMT Bishop Graham Usher of Norwich ordained ten people as Deacons and fifteen people as Priests over two services at Norwich Cathedral. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638762/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_need_a_vision_of_a_better.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638762/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_need_a_vision_of_a_better.aspx Tue, 05 Jul 2022 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere-Smith urges us to work together and share our assets in order to tackle the worsening cost of living situation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/North_Norfolk_artist_is_a_painter_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/North_Norfolk_artist_is_a_painter_in.aspx Tue, 05 Jul 2022 16:00:00 GMT Christian artist Tracey Ross is inspired by her faith and the beautiful North Norfolk countryside, and despite personal set-backs has found success, including setting up a popular online art course. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638626/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Secret_Norwich_church_is_declared_at_risk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638626/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Secret_Norwich_church_is_declared_at_risk.aspx Tue, 05 Jul 2022 11:00:00 GMT A tiny “secret” Norwich church hidden behind an estate agents and a pizza restaurant has been declared “at risk” and added to the Save Britain’s Heritage online register. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638594/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Queen_honours_Norwich_mans_20_year_slavery.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638594/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Queen_honours_Norwich_mans_20_year_slavery.aspx Tue, 05 Jul 2022 07:00:00 GMT Mark Little is on a 20-year quest to battle slavery in India, Nepal, Thailand and Norfolk, which led to him being awarded an MBE by the Queen earlier this year. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638593/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Vision_become_reality_for_Norwich_missionary_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638593/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Vision_become_reality_for_Norwich_missionary_in.aspx Mon, 04 Jul 2022 13:00:00 GMT Housebound for 13 years with chronic fatigue syndrome, Norwich teenager Joy McCann dreamt of working in East Africa. Today, she is a young missionary in Kenya and has just taken on a new role there for the Vineyard church network. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638572/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Delia_Smith_says_as_a_human_you.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638572/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Delia_Smith_says_as_a_human_you.aspx Sun, 03 Jul 2022 11:00:00 GMT TV cook and Norwich City joint majority share-holder Delia Smith has written a book about spirituality, climate change and why every human matters. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635724/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Final_album_as_Norfolk_composer_loses_cancer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635724/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Final_album_as_Norfolk_composer_loses_cancer.aspx Wed, 29 Jun 2022 21:00:00 GMT Inspirational Norfolk Christian composer and producer, Roger Mayor, has lost his battle against cancer, just weeks after releasing his final CD called "Closer". By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638365/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2021_22/Norwich_Foodbank_gives_energy_for_a_cup.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638365/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2021_22/Norwich_Foodbank_gives_energy_for_a_cup.aspx Wed, 29 Jun 2022 13:00:00 GMT In response to soaring energy prices, Norwich Foodbank is supporting people through one-off payments towards gas and electricity. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638362/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_Summer_Good_News.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638362/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_Summer_Good_News.aspx Wed, 29 Jun 2022 09:00:00 GMT The Summer edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638360/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Listening_to_each_other_and_to_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638360/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Listening_to_each_other_and_to_God.aspx Tue, 28 Jun 2022 23:00:00 GMT As we move through a period of increasing industrial unrest, Andy Bryant urges us to spend more time listening to each other’s point of view.. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_conference_tells_stories_of_multiplication.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_conference_tells_stories_of_multiplication.aspx Tue, 28 Jun 2022 16:00:00 GMT St Thomas Norwich recently had the privilege of hosting the East Anglian hub of Multiply 2022, a national conference on church multiplication. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638328/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_Foodbank_partners_with_Tesco_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638328/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_Foodbank_partners_with_Tesco_for.aspx Tue, 28 Jun 2022 10:00:00 GMT The Mid Norfolk food bank is calling on people to give food and other essentials to Tesco's Summer Food Appeal. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637889/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Norwich_Passion_Play_turned_into_dramatic_Gospel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637889/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Norwich_Passion_Play_turned_into_dramatic_Gospel.aspx Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:00:00 GMT A short film, recorded during the recent Norwich Passion Play, has been released online to tell the Gospel story in a contemporary way through the drama played out on the city streets by Saltmine Theatre Company and local actors and musicians. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638283/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_professor_quits_ivory_tower_to_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638283/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_professor_quits_ivory_tower_to_work.aspx Mon, 27 Jun 2022 11:00:00 GMT Professor of Faith and Global Politics Lee Marsden will be leaving the University of East Anglia after 17 years to become Head of Supporter Relations at Hope into Action. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638267/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_are_we_so_judgemental.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638267/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_are_we_so_judgemental.aspx Sun, 26 Jun 2022 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Philip Young believes that there is an alternative to the judgemental and often cruel attitudes in our society. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_service_set_to_save_NHS.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/638228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_service_set_to_save_NHS.aspx Sat, 25 Jun 2022 07:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk’s Wellbeing Matters service has saved the NHS an estimated 565,796 so far this year through not having to refer a single young person to CAMHS after engaging with the charity’s therapeutic staff team. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637994/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_youth_worker_raises_kids_with_35.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637994/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_youth_worker_raises_kids_with_35.aspx Thu, 23 Jun 2022 16:00:00 GMT Andy Jones, Director of the Christian charity Raise Kids Work, will be attempting his first Ultra Marathon of 35 miles at the start of July. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637788/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Soprano_duo_start_on_a_high_note.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637788/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Soprano_duo_start_on_a_high_note.aspx Thu, 23 Jun 2022 13:00:00 GMT For the first time, two outstanding Norfolk sopranos, Emma Nuule and Catherine Joule, are coming together to perform a charity concert. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637928/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Young_FireCamp_evangelists_in_Norwich_outreach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637928/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Young_FireCamp_evangelists_in_Norwich_outreach.aspx Wed, 22 Jun 2022 11:00:00 GMT Fifty young people from around the world joined a first-ever UK FireCamp evangelistic course in Norwich in early June and then went out on the streets where over 300 people became Christians and miracles were witnessed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637926/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Can_I_really_call_myself_a_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637926/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Can_I_really_call_myself_a_Christian.aspx Tue, 21 Jun 2022 23:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton has been questioning the label that could be applied to his beliefs, and shares his refreshingly honest thoughts with us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637765/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Jubilee_Garden_says_King_s_Lynn_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637765/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Jubilee_Garden_says_King_s_Lynn_s.aspx Mon, 20 Jun 2022 11:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Lynn, Dr Jane Steen, has blessed a new garden at King’s Lynn Night Shelter created in memory of former night shelter guests. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637644/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Weekend_of_26_ordinations_in_Diocese_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637644/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Weekend_of_26_ordinations_in_Diocese_of.aspx Thu, 16 Jun 2022 13:00:00 GMT No fewer than 26 people will be ordained as a Deacon or Priest in the Diocese of Norwich at the Anglican Cathedral on June 25 and 26. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637647/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Bible_teacher_publishes_her_first_book.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637647/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Bible_teacher_publishes_her_first_book.aspx Wed, 15 Jun 2022 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk Bible teacher, Sandie Hammond, has always had a passion for God’s Word and finding the treasure within it. Now she has shared what she has discovered in her first published book. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637531/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Acle_ecumenical_walkers_pray_for_workers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637531/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Acle_ecumenical_walkers_pray_for_workers.aspx Mon, 13 Jun 2022 23:00:00 GMT Acle Churches Together has held its traditional annual prayer walk, stopping at various venues in the village to pray for the work performed by the staff employed within. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637469/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Bishop_helps_King_s_Lynn_church_mark.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637469/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Bishop_helps_King_s_Lynn_church_mark.aspx Mon, 13 Jun 2022 13:00:00 GMT A Catholic church in King's Lynn has just marked its 125th anniversary with an altar dedication and Mass with the Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Alan Hopes. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637361/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Cathedral_service_ends_Queens_Jubilee_celebrations.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637361/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Cathedral_service_ends_Queens_Jubilee_celebrations.aspx Thu, 09 Jun 2022 11:00:00 GMT A special service giving thanks for the 70-year reign of Her Majesty The Queen took place at Norwich Cathedral on Sunday June 5. Hundreds of people attended the Platinum Jubilee Thanksgiving Service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637232/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Jesus_loves_it_when_we_laugh.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637232/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Jesus_loves_it_when_we_laugh.aspx Wed, 08 Jun 2022 10:00:00 GMT Despite the hardships many around the world are currently facing, Ruth Lilley suggests that laughter is an important part of our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637141/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churches_celebrate_Platinum_Jubilee.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637141/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churches_celebrate_Platinum_Jubilee.aspx Tue, 07 Jun 2022 11:00:00 GMT Hundreds of people attended the Eaton Parishes Garden Party in the St Andrew’s vicarage garden on Saturday June 4, as part of the Parishes Platinum Jubilee Celebrations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637120/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Bishop_leads_tributes_to_former_Archdeacon_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637120/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Bishop_leads_tributes_to_former_Archdeacon_of.aspx Mon, 06 Jun 2022 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has led tributes to the former Archdeacon of Lynn Ian Bentley who died on May 31 in Priscilla Bacon Hospice surrounded by his family. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637067/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_pays_Platinum_Jubilee_tribute_to_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/637067/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_pays_Platinum_Jubilee_tribute_to_the.aspx Mon, 06 Jun 2022 11:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich gave thanks for the 70-year reign of Her Majesty The Queen at a special service at Norwich Anglican Cathedral on Sunday June 5. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636931/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Togetherness_can_be_better_than_independence.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636931/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Togetherness_can_be_better_than_independence.aspx Sat, 04 Jun 2022 06:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Jane Walters cherishes the opportunities to work together with others rather than independently. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636906/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_climate_pair_pedal_for_the_Midlands.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636906/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_climate_pair_pedal_for_the_Midlands.aspx Wed, 01 Jun 2022 14:00:00 GMT Norfolk climate campaigners Jim Green and Chris Hull are preparing for the next stage of their diocesan cycling odyssey, carrying a message of disinvestment from fuel. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636878/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Understanding_the_nature_of_God_s_creation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636878/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Understanding_the_nature_of_God_s_creation.aspx Wed, 01 Jun 2022 08:00:00 GMT Regular contributor James Knight follows up his previous article about evolution with a further biblical examples to support his argument. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636786/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Scripture_teacher_charts_route_to_Promised.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636786/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Scripture_teacher_charts_route_to_Promised.aspx Mon, 30 May 2022 13:00:00 GMT After moving from Fishergate to Antingham Hall, Jill Gower has renamed her ministry and is launching on a new teaching series. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636650/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_celebrates_the_Platinum_Jubilee_in_song.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636650/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_celebrates_the_Platinum_Jubilee_in_song.aspx Mon, 30 May 2022 09:50:00 GMT Churches and Christian organisations across Norfolk are putting on variety of musical and artistic events to help celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636659/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_of_Norwich_dedicates_orchard_for_Queens.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636659/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_of_Norwich_dedicates_orchard_for_Queens.aspx Thu, 26 May 2022 13:00:00 GMT Rt Revd Graham Usher has dedicated an orchard in his garden as part of The Queen’s Green Canopy and to commemorate the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty The Queen. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636641/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Growing_younger_as_we_grow_older.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636641/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Growing_younger_as_we_grow_older.aspx Wed, 25 May 2022 23:00:00 GMT Following last week’s opinion column on Network Norfolk, where Andy Bryant made a case for the role of older people in our churches, Rev Dr Patrick Richmond explains why it is essential to attract younger people to the faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Christian_writers_book_raises_charity_funds.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Christian_writers_book_raises_charity_funds.aspx Wed, 25 May 2022 09:00:00 GMT Pat Eastwell's book about her adventures with God, including sitting next to an angel on a Canadian bus, will raise funds for Dementia UK, following her death on October 3. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636400/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_men_show_what_mentoring_looks_like.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636400/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_men_show_what_mentoring_looks_like.aspx Tue, 24 May 2022 09:00:00 GMT Community Chaplaincy Norfolk (CCN) clocked up a major success when it paired its multi-talented mentor Thomas with Adie, a highly motivated prison leaver. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bawburgh_pilgrims_to_wear_costume_for_Walstan.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bawburgh_pilgrims_to_wear_costume_for_Walstan.aspx Mon, 23 May 2022 11:00:00 GMT A reconstruction of a medieval pilgrimage in full pageant is coming to Bawburgh to mark St Walstan's Day and the final journey of the saint. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_celebrates_its_third_anniversary_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_celebrates_its_third_anniversary_with.aspx Fri, 20 May 2022 10:00:00 GMT Kingdom Ambassadors church, which meets at the City Academy in Norwich, is putting on a series of worship events to mark its third anniversary. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636079/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Magdalene_Group_leader_to_speak_at_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636079/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Magdalene_Group_leader_to_speak_at_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 19 May 2022 15:00:00 GMT Suzi Heybourne, CEO of The Magdalene Group, will be the next speaker at the Norfolk Justice Forum, taking place in Norwich in July. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636061/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Angles_Way_Filling_Station_goes_outdoors_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636061/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Angles_Way_Filling_Station_goes_outdoors_for.aspx Thu, 19 May 2022 10:00:00 GMT The Angles Way Filling Station is putting on a special outdoor midsummer event to attract those interested in exploring Christian faith. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636039/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Stalham_Baptists_raising_funds_to_refurbish.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636039/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Stalham_Baptists_raising_funds_to_refurbish.aspx Wed, 18 May 2022 23:00:00 GMT Stalham Baptist Church have plans to refurbish their school room, which adjoins the main church building, and are raising funds so that the project can proceed. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636019/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Cathedrals_can_lead_to_net_zero_says.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/636019/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Cathedrals_can_lead_to_net_zero_says.aspx Wed, 18 May 2022 11:00:00 GMT England's ancient cathedrals could be in the 'vanguard' of technological development needed for the green revolution - just as they were when they were built – the Bishop of Norwich has told a national conference. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635731/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Friendship_will_drive_out_hate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635731/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Friendship_will_drive_out_hate.aspx Tue, 17 May 2022 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Philip Young believes that friendship with each other is a key element in bringing peace to the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Easton_win_U14_cup_to_do_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Easton_win_U14_cup_to_do_Christian.aspx Mon, 16 May 2022 23:00:00 GMT Easton St Peter's completed a league and cup double on Saturday, when they lifted the Norfolk Christian Football League Under 14 cup, after beating Silver Rd by 3-0. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635564/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Time_for_the_Church_to_grow_older.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635564/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Time_for_the_Church_to_grow_older.aspx Sun, 15 May 2022 23:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant explains why he believes the older generations have a vital role to play in the growth of today’s church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635546/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Boost_for_Norfolk_historic_round_tower_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635546/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Boost_for_Norfolk_historic_round_tower_churches.aspx Sat, 14 May 2022 23:00:00 GMT A society which celebrates and supports round tower churches, the majority of which are in Norfolk, is set to celebrate its 50th anniversary next year. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635518/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/National_award_for_Norwich_Catholic_nurse_Estrella.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635518/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/National_award_for_Norwich_Catholic_nurse_Estrella.aspx Sat, 14 May 2022 11:00:00 GMT Norwich Emergency Department Staff Nurse Estrella Catalan has been given a posthumous CNO Gold Award by the Chief Nursing Officer for England Ruth May. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635328/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/New_work_from_Norwich_poet_Tim_Lenton.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635328/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/New_work_from_Norwich_poet_Tim_Lenton.aspx Fri, 13 May 2022 19:00:00 GMT Tim Lenton is an authorised worship assistant at St Augustine's Church, Norwich. He is an award-winning poet and has published a new collection of his work, Under cover of day. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635415/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_group_walks_to_highlight_violence_against.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635415/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_group_walks_to_highlight_violence_against.aspx Thu, 12 May 2022 15:00:00 GMT The Magdalene Group is putting on a walking challenge in May to highlight its work relating to violence against women and girls. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Booklet_on_Joseph_Crompton_A_Journey_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Booklet_on_Joseph_Crompton_A_Journey_of.aspx Thu, 12 May 2022 10:00:00 GMT Church historian, Nicholas Groves has uncovered the remarkable ecclesiastical career of Victorian Norwich churchman, Joseph Crompton (1813-1878) in his new booklet, Joseph Crompton: A Journey of Faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635314/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_can_we_learn_from_the_geese.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635314/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_can_we_learn_from_the_geese.aspx Wed, 11 May 2022 12:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon urges us to take a lesson from the formation flying of geese as we cope with the busy-ness of our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635312/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Sheringham_church_launches_Family_Fridays.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635312/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Sheringham_church_launches_Family_Fridays.aspx Wed, 11 May 2022 09:00:00 GMT A project to provide a meal and activities for local families has just been started by Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635271/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Raise_Kids_brings_back_Wymondham_Monopoly_Live.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635271/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Raise_Kids_brings_back_Wymondham_Monopoly_Live.aspx Tue, 10 May 2022 15:30:00 GMT Wymondham-based charity Raise Kids will once again be putting on a Monopoly Live Challenge to raise money for its projects. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635229/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Uncovered_Medieval_Norwich_church_under_threat.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635229/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Uncovered_Medieval_Norwich_church_under_threat.aspx Tue, 10 May 2022 13:00:00 GMT Conservation experts have uncovered the possible remains of the medieval parish church of St Olave’s amongst a complex of flint warehouses in Anglia Square, Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635249/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Tough_talking_guy_Ian_was_Norwich_dinner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635249/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Tough_talking_guy_Ian_was_Norwich_dinner.aspx Tue, 10 May 2022 09:00:00 GMT Tough guy Ian McDowall, a former East London nightclub bouncer was the guest speaker at the May 23 dinner of FGB Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635244/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2021_22/Norwich_foodbank_needs_volunteer_drivers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635244/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2021_22/Norwich_foodbank_needs_volunteer_drivers.aspx Mon, 09 May 2022 18:00:00 GMT Norwich foodbank is seeking volunteer drivers to support its vital work of collecting food donations and bringing them to the warehouse in Earlham and delivering stock to the distribution centres. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Methodist_presidential_visit_starts_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Methodist_presidential_visit_starts_in_Norfolk.aspx Sat, 07 May 2022 23:00:00 GMT The President of the Methodist Conference has been visiting the church’s East Anglia District, starting with several visits in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635149/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_slays_dragon_on_streets_of_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635149/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_slays_dragon_on_streets_of_Norwich.aspx Sat, 07 May 2022 10:00:00 GMT It's not every day a bishop slays a dragon in the centre of Norwich, but was definitely a memorable way to celebrate England's patron saint recently. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_minister_publishes_Baxter_book.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_minister_publishes_Baxter_book.aspx Sat, 07 May 2022 05:00:00 GMT Retired pastor Dr Alan Clifford has published a book on puritan church leader Richard Baxter, one of England's greatest preachers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Stand_with_Ukraine_in_prayer_and_action.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Stand_with_Ukraine_in_prayer_and_action.aspx Fri, 06 May 2022 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere-Smith reflects on how we can respond to the events in Eastern Europe at the moment. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635119/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Waveney_Foodbank_appeals_for_cans_and_packets.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/635119/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Waveney_Foodbank_appeals_for_cans_and_packets.aspx Fri, 06 May 2022 14:00:00 GMT Waveney Foodbank, which covers an area of Norfolk and Suffolk equivalent in size to Greater Manchester, has issued an urgent appeal for help. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634965/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Burst_of_energy_marks_return_of_Swaffham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634965/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Burst_of_energy_marks_return_of_Swaffham.aspx Wed, 04 May 2022 11:00:00 GMT The Ignite Youth Festival of the Diocese of East Anglia returned to Swaffham this year with an extravaganza of light, sound and teenage enthusiasm. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634946/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_should_respect_our_individuality_and_identity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634946/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_should_respect_our_individuality_and_identity.aspx Tue, 03 May 2022 23:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton reminds us that God made us all as individuals, and feels that we should respect people’s desire not to conform, especially if it is driven by their beliefs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634917/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Baptist_Church_launches_Support_Hub_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634917/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Baptist_Church_launches_Support_Hub_for.aspx Tue, 03 May 2022 13:00:00 GMT A Ukrainian who has been living in Dereham is helping to build a welcome for her compatriots as the Baptist Church opens a new support centre. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634905/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/An_opportunity_come_aside_and_rest_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634905/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/An_opportunity_come_aside_and_rest_a.aspx Tue, 03 May 2022 10:00:00 GMT David Males will be leading a series of retreats at the Quiet Waters Christian Centre in Bungay on the theme of ‘seeking God’s healing grace’. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634188/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Barries_love_affair_with_Norfolks_big_blue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634188/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Barries_love_affair_with_Norfolks_big_blue.aspx Sun, 01 May 2022 10:00:00 GMT Norfolk church leader and ex-dentist Barrie Lawrence has six daughters and 20 grand-children living in five different countries, but his favourite place is his life-long home under those famous big blue skies. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Author_Patrick_is_just_crazy_about_horses.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Author_Patrick_is_just_crazy_about_horses.aspx Sat, 30 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMT The varied strands of Patrick Coghlan’s life as a minister, counsellor, author and former riding school owner have come together in his most recent book ‘Crazy about Horses’. Sandie Shirley reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634766/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/70_years_of_loving_care_at_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634766/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/70_years_of_loving_care_at_Christian.aspx Sat, 30 Apr 2022 05:55:00 GMT Staff and residents at Corton House, a not-for-profit care home situated on City Road, Norwich, recently enjoyed a 70th birthday tea attended by the Deputy Lord Mayor of Norwich, Cllr. Caroline Ackroyd and guest, Mr Gareth Phillips. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634741/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Jamie_says_thanks_for_being_With_us.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634741/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Jamie_says_thanks_for_being_With_us.aspx Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:00:00 GMT The innovative With Community at the former All Hallows Convent at Ditchingham is set to close its doors, with staff made redundant after a lack of bookings. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634381/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Dorothy_dedicated_95_years_to_Salvation_Army.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634381/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Dorothy_dedicated_95_years_to_Salvation_Army.aspx Thu, 28 Apr 2022 14:00:00 GMT A Thetford Salvation Army member, who dedicated more than 95 years to the church, has died just weeks before her 100th birthday. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634604/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Franciscans_say_farewell_to_a_lively.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634604/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Franciscans_say_farewell_to_a_lively.aspx Thu, 28 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMT The Norwich Pax et Bonum Franciscan Fraternity held a farewell celebration this week for Brother Robert Hardie. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634512/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2021_22/Cost_of_living_hits_families_says_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634512/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2021_22/Cost_of_living_hits_families_says_Norwich.aspx Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:00:00 GMT The increasing cost of living and cuts in Universal Credit payments meant that 8,437 food parcels were provided to local people in food need by Norwich foodbank in the last 12 months, alongside provision by other food charities set up during the pandemic. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634498/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_are_created_for_a_purpose.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634498/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_are_created_for_a_purpose.aspx Tue, 26 Apr 2022 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Ruth Lilley encourages us to discover and pursue the purpose that God has for our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634443/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_firsts_on_cup_finals.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634443/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_firsts_on_cup_finals.aspx Tue, 26 Apr 2022 11:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League cup finals day provided excitement and several firsts, all under a blue sky at The Nest, Horsford, on Saturday April 23. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634364/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Lighthouse_win_dramatic_NFCL_Under_16_cup.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634364/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Lighthouse_win_dramatic_NFCL_Under_16_cup.aspx Mon, 25 Apr 2022 11:00:00 GMT Lighthouse Sheringham Under 16s football team won the Norfolk Christian League U16 cup final at the Nest in Norwich on Saturday morning (April 23), beating their close rivals Salhouse Rovers 3-1. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634197/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Meadow_Way_s_final_service_as_it.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634197/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Meadow_Way_s_final_service_as_it.aspx Fri, 22 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMT Meadow Way Chapel in Norwich will be holding its last-ever service on Sunday April 24, before it transitions to become part of Gateway Vineyard Church, which is based in Norwich and Beccles. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634190/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Rees_Coghlan_pharmacist_preacher_benefactor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634190/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Rees_Coghlan_pharmacist_preacher_benefactor.aspx Thu, 21 Apr 2022 23:00:00 GMT A Methodist preacher and retired pharmacist from Aylsham, Rees Coghlan, who founded the Aylsham Care Trust, has died, aged 96. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634168/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_wins_Her_Majesty_s_Blue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634168/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_wins_Her_Majesty_s_Blue.aspx Thu, 21 Apr 2022 14:00:00 GMT Lord Dannatt presented YMCA Norfolk with the Blue Plaque award in recognition of its resilience throughout the Covid-19 crisis. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634093/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Attleborough_church_turns_factory_into_community_centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634093/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Attleborough_church_turns_factory_into_community_centre.aspx Wed, 20 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMT A village church in Norfolk is creating a new community centre after buying a redundant brush factory. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_it_s_time_to_press_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_it_s_time_to_press_on.aspx Tue, 19 Apr 2022 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Jane Walters encourages us to persevere in God’s strength to overcome the obstacles that life places in our path. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634081/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Barrie_steps_down_as_national_FGB_chairman.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634081/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Barrie_steps_down_as_national_FGB_chairman.aspx Tue, 19 Apr 2022 11:00:00 GMT Norwich FGB branch president Barrie Lawrence has just stepped down as the National Chairman of FGB UK and Ireland after three “great” years in the role. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634017/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Easter_passion_drama_played_out_on_streets.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/634017/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Easter_passion_drama_played_out_on_streets.aspx Mon, 18 Apr 2022 11:00:00 GMT Over 1400 people watched the joyous conclusion of the Norwich Passion Play inside St Peter Mancroft church yesterday while many more were captivated by the preceding dramatic scenes as they unfolded in the bright sunshine on Hay Hill and Millennium Plain. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633862/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_charity_tackles_food_poverty.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633862/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_charity_tackles_food_poverty.aspx Fri, 15 Apr 2022 19:20:00 GMT Norwich charity ENYP will open social supermarkets to help alleviate long term food poverty. On April 17, recognising school holidays as a difficult time financially for families, they will be distributing food parcels along with an Easter egg hu By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633979/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_quartet_in_Maundy_honour_from_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633979/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_quartet_in_Maundy_honour_from_the.aspx Fri, 15 Apr 2022 09:00:00 GMT Four Norfolk Christians were yesterday presented with Maundy Money by Prince Charles, on behalf of HM The Queen, to recognise their invaluable Christian community service. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633879/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_procession_marks_start_of_Holy_Week.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633879/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_procession_marks_start_of_Holy_Week.aspx Thu, 14 Apr 2022 11:00:00 GMT A special procession wove its way around Norwich to mark Palm Sunday and the beginning of Holy Week By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Faith_and_hope_wins_over_fear_says.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Faith_and_hope_wins_over_fear_says.aspx Thu, 14 Apr 2022 08:00:00 GMT In an Easter message, Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Alan Hopes, says we have watched with horror and fear the war in Ukraine. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633859/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/600_attend_East_Anglia_Chrism_Mass_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633859/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/600_attend_East_Anglia_Chrism_Mass_in.aspx Wed, 13 Apr 2022 11:00:00 GMT Around 600 clergy and laity joined the annual Chrism Mass at St John’s Cathedral, Norwich, on Tuesday to hear Bishop Alan Hopes say it “expresses our communion with each other as the Church in East Anglia, with Pope Francis and with the Catholic Church." By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_Easter_story_brings_new_life_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_Easter_story_brings_new_life_new.aspx Wed, 13 Apr 2022 08:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Ruth Lilley, explains how the hope of new life promised by the Easter story has helped her to avoid being held back by dwelling on past events. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633647/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Norwich_Passion_Play_to_be_signed_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633647/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Norwich_Passion_Play_to_be_signed_for.aspx Mon, 11 Apr 2022 11:00:00 GMT The Norwich Passion Play on April 16 will be accessible to the Norfolk deaf community thanks to the work of local charity Sign the Cross and local Methodist minister Rev Anne Richardson. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633572/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_invites_everyone_to_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633572/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_invites_everyone_to_church.aspx Sat, 09 Apr 2022 07:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Revd Graham Usher, is inviting everyone to join in the celebration at church this Easter. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633500/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Finding_community_of_the_broken_lost_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633500/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Finding_community_of_the_broken_lost_and.aspx Thu, 07 Apr 2022 11:00:00 GMT In his Easter pastoral letter Rev Julian Pursehouse hopes and prays, that in the season of Passiontide, we will find the community of the broken, lost and vulnerable in the shadow of the cross. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633391/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Faith_inspires_Norfolk_Foundation_ex_chair_Henry.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633391/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Faith_inspires_Norfolk_Foundation_ex_chair_Henry.aspx Wed, 06 Apr 2022 14:35:00 GMT Norfolk Community Foundation ex-chairman, Henry Cator (OBE), is inspired by his Christian faith and says that giving unconditionally is at the heart of the Foundation’s work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633344/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/_Only_love_can_drive_out_hate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633344/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/_Only_love_can_drive_out_hate.aspx Tue, 05 Apr 2022 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Philip Young is reminded of Martin Luther King’s words as he follows reports of the war in Ukraine. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633300/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Rangers_seal_first_ever_Norfolk_Christian_League.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633300/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Rangers_seal_first_ever_Norfolk_Christian_League.aspx Mon, 04 Apr 2022 23:00:00 GMT Heigham Park Rangers have claimed their first-ever Norfolk Christian Football League title, going through the entire season unbeaten. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_familys_dream_Nicaraguan_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_familys_dream_Nicaraguan_mission.aspx Mon, 04 Apr 2022 11:00:00 GMT Norwich couple Hannah and Zac Wells will be moving to Nicaragua with their three small children later this year, fulfilling a dream they have each had for the last 20 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633034/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Controversial_Norwich_pastor_asks_for_pardon.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/633034/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Controversial_Norwich_pastor_asks_for_pardon.aspx Fri, 01 Apr 2022 23:00:00 GMT A controversial Norwich minister who has regularly hit the headlines while preaching the Gospel on the streets for the last 53 years, has retired, asking for the pardon of those whom he “needlessly grieved in any way”. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632948/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/North_Norfolk_painter_s_encounter_with_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632948/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/North_Norfolk_painter_s_encounter_with_God.aspx Thu, 31 Mar 2022 23:00:00 GMT Facing an 18-hour cancer operation and the end of a dream life in France, North Norfolk painter Nicholas Elliott had an “amazing” encounter with God in a London church. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632739/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Role_as_Jesus_both_excites_and_terrifies.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632739/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Role_as_Jesus_both_excites_and_terrifies.aspx Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:10:00 GMT Norwich-born actor Freddy Goymer is set to return to his hometown to take on the leading role of Jesus in the Norwich Passion Play this Easter – an opportunity which both terrifies and inspires him. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632850/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_climate_activist_duo_get_on_their.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632850/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_climate_activist_duo_get_on_their.aspx Wed, 30 Mar 2022 11:00:00 GMT Two Norwich Christian climate activists will be riding their bikes between the dioceses of Norwich, St Edmundsbury and Ipswich and Chelmsford in early April to celebrate Norwich Diocese's recent decision to divest some funds they had in fossil fuels. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_minister_is_named_new_HeartEdge_director.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_minister_is_named_new_HeartEdge_director.aspx Wed, 30 Mar 2022 11:00:00 GMT Norwich-based minister Rev Heather Cracknell has been appointed as the new Director of international, ecumenical movement for the renewal of church and society, HeartEdge. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632791/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_the_bonds_of_humanity_are_broken.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632791/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_the_bonds_of_humanity_are_broken.aspx Tue, 29 Mar 2022 23:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant laments those times when man’s inhumanity to man seem to shatter the cords that ought to bind us together. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632733/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Waveney_foodbank_honoured_for_pandemic_role.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632733/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Waveney_foodbank_honoured_for_pandemic_role.aspx Tue, 29 Mar 2022 11:00:00 GMT Waveney foodbank, based at Eye Airfield near Diss has received a Covid 19 resilience blue plaque from HM Deputy Lieutenant of Norfolk, Rev Matthew Hutton. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629675/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_detox_offers_addicts_a_route_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629675/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_detox_offers_addicts_a_route_to.aspx Tue, 29 Mar 2022 07:30:00 GMT After developing outreach to rough sleepers from St Stephen’s, Clare Melia is now pioneering the only Christian detox centre in Norfolk open to both men and women. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2021_22/Norwich_foodbank_honoured_for_pandemic_role.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2021_22/Norwich_foodbank_honoured_for_pandemic_role.aspx Fri, 25 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Norwich foodbank has been presented with a commemorative blue plaque on behalf of Lady Dannatt, HM Lord-Lieutenant of Norfolk, to recognise its vital work during the Covid pandemic. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632498/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_conference_hears_stories_of_modern_slavery.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632498/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_conference_hears_stories_of_modern_slavery.aspx Thu, 24 Mar 2022 14:00:00 GMT Karen Anstiss from Caritas Bakhita House in London was among speakers at a recent conference on modern slavery held in Norwich Cathedral. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632475/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Bishop_Graham_gives_backing_to_Norwich_Passion.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632475/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Bishop_Graham_gives_backing_to_Norwich_Passion.aspx Thu, 24 Mar 2022 11:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has given his whole-hearted backing to the Passion Play which will be performed on the streets of Norwich this Easter (Holy) Saturday, April 16. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632464/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_Easter_Good.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632464/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_Easter_Good.aspx Thu, 24 Mar 2022 10:45:00 GMT The Easter edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632459/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Back_to_church_we_are_family.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632459/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Back_to_church_we_are_family.aspx Thu, 24 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Claire Hamilton-Deane encourages us to re-immerse ourselves fully into the family life of our churches. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632455/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Wymondham_churches_gather_to_pray_for_peace.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632455/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Wymondham_churches_gather_to_pray_for_peace.aspx Wed, 23 Mar 2022 12:00:00 GMT Over 40 people from half-a-dozen different churches gathered at the Market Cross in the centre of Wymondham on Sunday evening (March 20) to pray for peace. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632406/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Chilly_North_Sea_baptism_for_Abi.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632406/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Chilly_North_Sea_baptism_for_Abi.aspx Wed, 23 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Abi Harold was baptised in the sea at Sheringham on Sunday March 20, after giving a moving testimony at Lighthouse Community Church earlier that morning. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Wreningham_service_and_oak_to_remember_Covid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Wreningham_service_and_oak_to_remember_Covid.aspx Tue, 22 Mar 2022 08:00:00 GMT A service of Remembrance, Thanksgiving and Hope, and the dedication on an oak tree in memory of all those who have died from Covid 19, was held at All Saints church in Wreningham, South Norfolk, on Sunday (March 20). By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632343/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_charity_for_prison_leavers_receives_Blue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632343/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_charity_for_prison_leavers_receives_Blue.aspx Mon, 21 Mar 2022 14:00:00 GMT Christian charity Community Chaplaincy Norfolk (CCN) is celebrating the receipt of a special edition Blue Plaque from Lady Dannatt, Her Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant for Norfolk. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632061/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_team_record_melodic_prayer_for_Ukraine.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/632061/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_team_record_melodic_prayer_for_Ukraine.aspx Thu, 17 Mar 2022 12:00:00 GMT The Norwich-based Ignite Youth Team have recorded a song, as a prayer for peace in Ukraine, set to traditional Irish melody, Danny Boy, in time for today’s St Patrick’s Day. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631986/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Norwich_Passion_Play_will_draw_audience_into.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631986/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Norwich_Passion_Play_will_draw_audience_into.aspx Thu, 17 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Passion Play script-writer and actor, Emily Feltham, says its engaging nature aims to draw the audience into the play itself and bring the story of Jesus’ final few days on earth to life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631908/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_sometimes_need_a_bigger_hammer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631908/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_sometimes_need_a_bigger_hammer.aspx Wed, 16 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Jane Walters recently faced a challenge which required the strength and resources of a greater power. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631856/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Shotesham_family_offers_a_Home_for_Ukraine.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631856/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Shotesham_family_offers_a_Home_for_Ukraine.aspx Tue, 15 Mar 2022 15:00:00 GMT Church leaders Anna and David Lloyd, from Shotesham St Mary in South Norfolk, have offered to take in a Ukrainian family under the government’s new Homes for Ukraine scheme. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631834/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_politicians_to_debate_the_challenge_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631834/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_politicians_to_debate_the_challenge_of.aspx Tue, 15 Mar 2022 11:00:00 GMT Dr Fiona Haworth from St Peter Mancroft will be hosting a debate on how Norwich should adapt to the adverse effects of climate change. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631715/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_supports_East_Anglian_Ukrainian_aid_team.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631715/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_supports_East_Anglian_Ukrainian_aid_team.aspx Sun, 13 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT The Norfolk-based Bishop of East Anglia, offered his support and prayers for Ukrainians in the diocese and their families in the conflict zones on Tuesday when he visited St Olga’s Ukrainian Church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_showcases_its_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_showcases_its_work.aspx Fri, 11 Mar 2022 14:00:00 GMT Norwich Youth for Christ’s Annual Showcase event takes place at Drayton Hall later this month and will be an opportunity to hear the charity’s latest news. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631320/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Gods_Genius_in_Evolution.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631320/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Gods_Genius_in_Evolution.aspx Thu, 10 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor James Knight presents his argument for the evolution of the human race, and believes that this process is evidence of God’s creative genius. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631218/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Sheringham_Church_s_community_shed_now_open.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631218/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Sheringham_Church_s_community_shed_now_open.aspx Wed, 09 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Sheringham Shed, a new community workshop that has opened in the town centre, is now open for business and anyone is welcome to come and see what they have to offer. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631133/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_civic_church_to_display_quilts_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631133/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_civic_church_to_display_quilts_of.aspx Tue, 08 Mar 2022 08:00:00 GMT Two “Corona Quilts of Kindness” are to be displayed at St Peter Mancroft church in Norwich as part of the Norfolk Makers Festival. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_to_host_Alpha_growth_event.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_to_host_Alpha_growth_event.aspx Mon, 07 Mar 2022 16:00:00 GMT The Alpha UK team will be in Norwich later this month with special guests for an Alpha Grow event. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631104/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Penalty_exit_for_Rangers_in_National_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631104/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Penalty_exit_for_Rangers_in_National_Christian.aspx Mon, 07 Mar 2022 11:00:00 GMT Norwich church football team Heigham Park Rangers were knocked out of the National Christian Trophy on Saturday (March 5) as a penalty shoot-out ended a thrilling quarter-final tie. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631094/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churches_offer_shelter_to_the_homeless.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/631094/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churches_offer_shelter_to_the_homeless.aspx Mon, 07 Mar 2022 09:00:00 GMT During the winter months, Norwich Central Baptist Church and St John’s Cathedral have been providing a night shelter for homeless people. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630994/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Ukrainians_turn_to_Psalm_31_in_bomb.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630994/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Ukrainians_turn_to_Psalm_31_in_bomb.aspx Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT The Bible Society has released a moving video of people across Ukraine reading Psalm 31 in bunkers and shelters, while the Russian invasion goes on. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630905/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_trustees_boost_Norfolk_charity_for_prison.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630905/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_trustees_boost_Norfolk_charity_for_prison.aspx Thu, 03 Mar 2022 16:00:00 GMT Community Chaplaincy Norfolk (CCN), which supports people coming out of prison, is celebrating four new additions to its Board of Trustees. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/But_the_Lord_looks_at_the_heart.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/But_the_Lord_looks_at_the_heart.aspx Thu, 03 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Judith Edmonds shares a word of encouragement for those of us who feel that our looks or achievements don’t measure up to what we see around us, especially in the media. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_across_Norfolk_say_prayers_for_Ukraine.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_across_Norfolk_say_prayers_for_Ukraine.aspx Mon, 28 Feb 2022 18:55:00 GMT Churches across Norfolk joined with millions of people around the world yesterday in a day of prayer for the situation in Ukraine following the Russian invasion. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630519/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Are_your_giftings_a_blessing_to_others.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630519/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Are_your_giftings_a_blessing_to_others.aspx Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere-Smith shares his admiration for people who use their giftings to improve the lives of others http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630508/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Norwich_Passion_Play_rehearsals_underway.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630508/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Norwich_Passion_Play_rehearsals_underway.aspx Sun, 27 Feb 2022 17:00:00 GMT Rehearsals are well underway for the Norwich Passion Play community cast, but there is still time to join in. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630430/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_vigil_highlights_concern_for_the_planet.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630430/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_vigil_highlights_concern_for_the_planet.aspx Sun, 27 Feb 2022 09:00:00 GMT Christian Aid and Christian Climate Action are uniting to organise a vigil in central Norwich to pray for the planet. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630429/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_group_supports_project_for_ex_prisoners.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630429/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_group_supports_project_for_ex_prisoners.aspx Sat, 26 Feb 2022 09:00:00 GMT An Overseas Missionary Fellowship prayer group in Dereham has been supporting Rebecca Penrose as she reaches out to ex-prisoners in Thailand. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630354/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_save_the_Queen_and_our_planet.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630354/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_save_the_Queen_and_our_planet.aspx Thu, 24 Feb 2022 08:00:00 GMT Philip Young is thankful for our Queen’s long reign, and is encouraging us to participate in the celebrations and to support the Green Canopy campaign. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630235/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norfolk_builder_with_an_amazing_story_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/630235/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norfolk_builder_with_an_amazing_story_to.aspx Wed, 23 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk builder Colin Rogers had a chance street encounter which changed his life forever and led him to travel the world telling his story. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629975/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_conference_provides_inspiration_for_childrens_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629975/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_conference_provides_inspiration_for_childrens_work.aspx Fri, 18 Feb 2022 12:00:00 GMT Growing everyday faith is the theme of the One Big Day conference, taking place at the end of April in Dereham. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629886/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_join_together_for_Life_22.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629886/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_join_together_for_Life_22.aspx Thu, 17 Feb 2022 12:00:00 GMT Churches across Norfolk are joining with many others throughout the UK and Ireland for Life ’22, a month of mission throughout March – praying, learning and stepping out to make Jesus known in their communities. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629844/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Blessed_are_the_peacemakers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629844/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Blessed_are_the_peacemakers.aspx Wed, 16 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant reminds us that flexing military muscle has never been Jesus’ way of dealing with conflict. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629801/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_Cuthbert_s_Norwich_puts_on_The.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629801/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_Cuthbert_s_Norwich_puts_on_The.aspx Tue, 15 Feb 2022 15:00:00 GMT Rev Dean Akrill, Team Vicar of Sprowston, has written a play which provides a sideways look at the Easter story. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629507/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_s_Julian_Bryant_to_speak_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629507/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_s_Julian_Bryant_to_speak_on.aspx Thu, 10 Feb 2022 12:00:00 GMT To prepare for Christian Aid Week, Julian Bryant will be helping to lead an online session for supporters highlighting the charity’s work in Zimbabwe. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629403/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Grasping_the_nettles_of_change.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629403/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Grasping_the_nettles_of_change.aspx Wed, 09 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton has decided that this will be the year for pushing ahead with changes in his life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629349/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_dynamic_Norwich_Methodist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629349/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_dynamic_Norwich_Methodist.aspx Tue, 08 Feb 2022 16:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to Margaret Hardingham for her prolific contributions to the community at both ends of the age spectrum. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629250/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Youth_worker_Matt_brings_the_Bible_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629250/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Youth_worker_Matt_brings_the_Bible_to.aspx Mon, 07 Feb 2022 16:30:00 GMT Matt Ingle has joined the team of North Breckland Youth for Christ as the New Dereham and District youth worker. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629240/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_founder_of_Norwich_Open_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629240/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_founder_of_Norwich_Open_Christmas.aspx Mon, 07 Feb 2022 13:30:00 GMT Bishop of East Anglia, Rt Rev Alan Hopes, has celebrated a requiem Mass for Michael Hope, who with his wife Rosie founded Open Christmas in Norfolk. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629164/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Archbishop_describes_Queens_rock_like_Christian_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629164/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Archbishop_describes_Queens_rock_like_Christian_faith.aspx Sat, 05 Feb 2022 11:00:00 GMT The Archbishop of Canterbury has described the Queen’s Christian faith as "the rock on which she stands", while speaking to the BBC ahead of the 70th anniversary of her accession to the throne on Sunday. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629145/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_charity_ready_for_new_lead.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/629145/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_charity_ready_for_new_lead.aspx Fri, 04 Feb 2022 17:00:00 GMT Norwich-based Head of Network for Hope into Action, Kate Doran-Smith, reflects on how she began with the Christian homelessness charity nine years ago and a new job opportunity it has in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628944/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Fire_rips_through_Norfolk_thatched_roof_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628944/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Fire_rips_through_Norfolk_thatched_roof_church.aspx Thu, 03 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT A 1,000-year-old Norfolk church with a thatched roof has been significantly damaged by a raging fire which was tackled by 60 fire-fighters yesterday By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Life_is_what_you_make_it.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Life_is_what_you_make_it.aspx Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Ruth Lilley urges us to seize the opportunity to make the most of each new day. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628641/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_soprano_offers_concerts_for_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628641/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_soprano_offers_concerts_for_churches.aspx Tue, 01 Feb 2022 11:00:00 GMT Norwich-based singer Emma Nuule is offering concerts to help churches raise money and to simultaneously launch a performing school in a shanty area of Namibia. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644360/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norfolk_picture_galleries.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/644360/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norfolk_picture_galleries.aspx Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT View picture galleries of events staged by Celebrate Norfolk in both Norwich and King's Lynn. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628625/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/Gorleston_Church_opens_new_community_facilities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628625/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/Gorleston_Church_opens_new_community_facilities.aspx Mon, 31 Jan 2022 18:00:00 GMT St Mary Magdalene Church in Gorleston celebrated the completion of new community facilities on Sunday January 23 with a special service led by the Bishop of Norwich, The Rt Revd Graham Usher. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Rangers_reach_National_Christian_Trophy_quarters.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Rangers_reach_National_Christian_Trophy_quarters.aspx Sun, 30 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian Football League leaders, Heigham Park Rangers, made it to the quarter-finals of the prestigious National Christian Trophy knock-out competition with a convincing 8-3 win over Zim Stevenage on Saturday By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628710/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Former_drug_addict_speaks_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628710/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Former_drug_addict_speaks_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx Sun, 30 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT Former drug addict and now support worker for homeless addicts, Steven Kerr, was the speaker at the February meeting of Norwich FGB. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_can_you_be_an_encourager.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_can_you_be_an_encourager.aspx Thu, 27 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Jane Walters reminds us that we can all find ways to offer encouragement to others. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_churches_create_chain_of_prayer_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_churches_create_chain_of_prayer_for.aspx Wed, 26 Jan 2022 11:00:00 GMT Participants from Anglican, Methodist, United Reformed and Catholic Churches, as well as the Salvation Army and Quakers, took part this year in an ecumenical chain of prayer. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628085/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/New_couple_to_boost_team_at_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628085/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/New_couple_to_boost_team_at_Christian.aspx Mon, 24 Jan 2022 15:30:00 GMT A couple from New Zealand will be arriving in February to join the team at the Quiet Waters Christian Retreat Centre in Bungay. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/New_chief_executive_for_Aylsham_Care_Trust.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/New_chief_executive_for_Aylsham_Care_Trust.aspx Fri, 21 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT Philip Macdonald has been appointed chief executive of the Aylsham and District Care Trust (ACT) which has been providing care and support for older people in the community for over thirty five years. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628103/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pandemic_drove_Norfolk_church_community_online.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628103/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pandemic_drove_Norfolk_church_community_online.aspx Thu, 20 Jan 2022 11:00:00 GMT New figures show that across the height of the pandemic lockdowns in 2020, churches across the Diocese of Norwich saw their in-person congregations halve but they retained 94% of their worshippers with the help of online and church-at-home services. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619245/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_we_need_the_water_of_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619245/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_we_need_the_water_of_life.aspx Thu, 20 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight explains why water is so important in our lives, especially the spiritual variety. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628007/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Churches_prepare_Queens_Platinum_Jubilee_plans.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628007/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Churches_prepare_Queens_Platinum_Jubilee_plans.aspx Tue, 18 Jan 2022 12:00:00 GMT Churches, Christian charities and youth organisations are working together to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee over the four-day Bank Holiday from June 2-5 and a new website has been created to celebrate the Queen's 70 years of faith and service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/627893/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/New_Commission_to_look_at_use_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/627893/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/New_Commission_to_look_at_use_of.aspx Mon, 17 Jan 2022 15:00:00 GMT A new Church Buildings Commission has been launched with the purpose of looking at the church buildings across Norfolk and Waveney in terms of their use and sustainability. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/627410/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_schools_are_set_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/627410/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_schools_are_set_to.aspx Fri, 14 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich St Benet’s Multi Academy Trust has been given the green light to amalgamate Harleston CE Primary Academy and Archbishop Sancroft High School into one All Through School. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/627526/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_conference_looks_at_how_to_tackle.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/627526/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_conference_looks_at_how_to_tackle.aspx Thu, 13 Jan 2022 12:00:00 GMT Following a series of revelations about high-profile Christian leaders, a group of Norfolk churches is organising a conference to look at spiritual abuse and godly leadership. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/627378/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Poringland_Bible_teachers_look_at_a_building.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/627378/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Poringland_Bible_teachers_look_at_a_building.aspx Wed, 12 Jan 2022 17:00:00 GMT The Way of the Spirit is starting the New Year with a meeting in Poringland to explore the Book of Nehemiah. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/627296/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Church_marriage_open_to_all.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/627296/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Church_marriage_open_to_all.aspx Wed, 12 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Philip Young shares with us his personal view on whether churches should marry same-sex couples. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/627254/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Christian_retreat_centre_has_new_Chair_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/627254/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Christian_retreat_centre_has_new_Chair_of.aspx Tue, 11 Jan 2022 12:00:00 GMT Paul Dunning has recently been appointed as Chair of Trustees of the Quiet Waters Christian Retreat Centre. He explains how he got involved and how others can do the same. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626967/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_of_the_second_chance.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626967/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_of_the_second_chance.aspx Sat, 08 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT Jane Walters encourages us to embark on a new start with Jesus as 2022 gets underway. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Brave_widow_s_mission_set_to_continue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Brave_widow_s_mission_set_to_continue.aspx Mon, 03 Jan 2022 08:00:00 GMT The Pakistani widow of courageous former Norwich Methodist preacher Colin Gillett has flown to Norfolk to help ensure that the couple’s work with street children in Lahore can continue, in his memory. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626542/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Two_Norfolk_churches_share_in_473k_grants.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626542/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Two_Norfolk_churches_share_in_473k_grants.aspx Sat, 01 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT Two historic Norfolk churches are to share in a 473,700 funding package from the National Churches Trust, the UK’s church building support charity. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626440/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Hundreds_fed_at_free_Norfolk_Christmas_dinners.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626440/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Hundreds_fed_at_free_Norfolk_Christmas_dinners.aspx Wed, 29 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT Hundreds of people who would have spent Christmas Day alone were fed and entertained across Norfolk by church and charity groups. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626432/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Life_is_full_of_uncertainties_for_us.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626432/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Life_is_full_of_uncertainties_for_us.aspx Sun, 26 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Dean of Norwich Cathedral, the Very Rev Jane Hedges, say that for every single one of us, at the moment, life is full of uncertainties. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626396/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Pantomime_cast_take_part_in_Norwich_carols.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626396/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Pantomime_cast_take_part_in_Norwich_carols.aspx Fri, 24 Dec 2021 12:00:00 GMT The cast of Norwich Theatre's pantomime Dick Whittington and his Cat attended a Christmas Carol concert at St Peter Mancroft Church on Thursday December 23 to spread festive cheer and the Christmas message. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626335/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bishops_Christmas_refugee_message.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626335/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bishops_Christmas_refugee_message.aspx Thu, 23 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT In his Christmas message the Bishop of Norwich the Rt Rev Graham Usher, says at Christmas we look back to the story of someone who soon after his birth, became a refugee, we look back to a story to help navigate our future. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626253/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Ed_Sheeran_and_LadBaby_boost_Waveney_foodbank.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626253/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Ed_Sheeran_and_LadBaby_boost_Waveney_foodbank.aspx Tue, 21 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT Pop superstar Ed Sheeran and Christmas sausage roll song group LadBaby paid a surprise visit to Waveney Foodbank near Eye earlier today. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626179/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_true_gifts_of_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626179/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_true_gifts_of_Christmas.aspx Tue, 21 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Ruth Lilley reflects on the gifts which God gave us at that first Christmas, and continues to make freely available to us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626101/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/An_Advent_reflection_from_Bishop_Alan_Hopes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626101/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/An_Advent_reflection_from_Bishop_Alan_Hopes.aspx Mon, 20 Dec 2021 18:00:00 GMT In his Advent Reflection, the Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Alan Hopes says: "God is not distant, he is very close to us. In fact, in Jesus, God is one of us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626102/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Looking_beyond_the_Nativity_story.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626102/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Looking_beyond_the_Nativity_story.aspx Sun, 19 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere Smith reminds us of the hardships that were faced by the family of baby Jesus at that first Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626077/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_churches_offered_Christmas_food_hampers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626077/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_churches_offered_Christmas_food_hampers.aspx Sat, 18 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT Christian youth project ENYP is offering Norwich churches the chance to join its successful food poverty initiative and receive Christmas food hampers to give out. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626028/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Salvation_Army_gifts_bring_joy_to_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/626028/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Salvation_Army_gifts_bring_joy_to_Norwich.aspx Fri, 17 Dec 2021 16:30:00 GMT Salvation Army volunteers in Norwich have packed a record number of Tins and Toys boxes for their Christmas giveaway this year. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_giving_out_150_food_hampers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_giving_out_150_food_hampers.aspx Thu, 16 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT Gateway Vineyard church in Norwich is giving 150 food hampers to individuals and families across the city as part of the Love Christmas initiative. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625787/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Do_you_have_any_forgiveness_blockages.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625787/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Do_you_have_any_forgiveness_blockages.aspx Wed, 15 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT Jane Walters has discovered a hidden blockage in her vacuum cleaner, which needed to be removed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_amazing_Eileen_who_was.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_amazing_Eileen_who_was.aspx Mon, 13 Dec 2021 18:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to amazing St George’s Norwich parishioner and former Test cricketer, Eileen Ash, who was Norfolk’s oldest woman and has died at the age of 110. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625655/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_church_celebrates_Christmas_with_wreaths.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625655/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_church_celebrates_Christmas_with_wreaths.aspx Mon, 13 Dec 2021 16:00:00 GMT Lyn Milns from Dereham Baptist Church has been developing a Christmas wreath festival in the church and through the town. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571562/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_author_sheds_light_on_US_abortion.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571562/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_author_sheds_light_on_US_abortion.aspx Fri, 10 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT A book about respect for life, written by a parishioner from St John’s Cathedral in Norwich, sheds light on the current US abortion debate being considered by its Supreme Court. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Music_outreach_boost_for_South_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Music_outreach_boost_for_South_Norfolk_church.aspx Thu, 09 Dec 2021 10:30:00 GMT St Mary’s Church in Attleborough has been awarded a grant from Youth Music to employ a music outreach worker for two years as part of the church’s music and building project. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625384/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_joy_of_getting_a_booster.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625384/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_joy_of_getting_a_booster.aspx Thu, 09 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere Smith reminds us how much a word of encouragement can boost our spirits. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Sister_Wendy_gives_a_voice_to_Julian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Sister_Wendy_gives_a_voice_to_Julian.aspx Wed, 08 Dec 2021 11:00:00 GMT A recording of Sister Wendy Beckett reading Julian of Norwich's Revelations of Divine Love has been released to the public 28 years after it was first made. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625215/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Salvation_Army_in_Diss_gives_out_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625215/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Salvation_Army_in_Diss_gives_out_Christmas.aspx Mon, 06 Dec 2021 17:00:00 GMT As the countdown to Christmas begins, people in Diss are being asked to support The Salvation Army’s annual Toys and Tins Appeal. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625131/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_light_shines_in_the_darkness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/625131/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_light_shines_in_the_darkness.aspx Mon, 06 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT Philip Young urges us to remember how much God loves us as we light our Advent candles this year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Dave_invites_you_to_come_into_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Dave_invites_you_to_come_into_the.aspx Sat, 04 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT Some people are simply not interested in going to church, and Norwich minister Rev Dave Lloyd totally gets it. But he does have an alternative idea. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624580/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Covid_learning_curve_for_Norwich_School_chaplain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624580/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Covid_learning_curve_for_Norwich_School_chaplain.aspx Fri, 03 Dec 2021 23:00:00 GMT The challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic have meant a whole new learning curve for Norwich School and its chaplain, Rev Corin Child. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624560/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Strictly_stars_Dan_and_Rhys_show_their.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624560/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Strictly_stars_Dan_and_Rhys_show_their.aspx Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT Strictly Come Dancing stars Dan Walker and Rhys Stephenson have opened up about the importance of their Christian faith on the hit BBC1 Saturday night show. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624886/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Chance_to_join_cast_of_Norwich_Passion.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624886/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Chance_to_join_cast_of_Norwich_Passion.aspx Wed, 01 Dec 2021 12:00:00 GMT The first meeting of people interested in being part of the community cast for the Norwich Passion Play 2022 is on Saturday December 4, at 5pm at Chantry Hall in Norwich city centre and all are welcome. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624787/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_will_our_gift_to_the_world.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624787/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_will_our_gift_to_the_world.aspx Wed, 01 Dec 2021 11:00:00 GMT The Advent season is now with us, and as we wait for Christmas to arrive, Andy Bryant urges us to consider our response to God’s wonderful gift. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624566/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolks_Andy_reveals_the_heartbeat_of_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624566/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolks_Andy_reveals_the_heartbeat_of_Christmas.aspx Tue, 30 Nov 2021 10:00:00 GMT The heartbeat of Christmas will come to life across Norfolk and beyond as Andy Jones unfolds the nativity story from a box of delights for children in churches and schools. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624556/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_panto_star_Graham_is_good_cop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624556/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_panto_star_Graham_is_good_cop.aspx Mon, 29 Nov 2021 17:00:00 GMT Well-known TV cop and panto baddie Graham Cole OBE is very excited about returning to the stage of the Norwich Theatre Royal this Christmas after a very difficult 18 months during the pandemic. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624602/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_city_broker_to_lead_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624602/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_city_broker_to_lead_Norwich_church.aspx Mon, 29 Nov 2021 16:00:00 GMT Former high-flying London insurance market broker Rev Tom Madders is set to become the new pastor of Norwich Central Baptist Church (NCBC) in January. Helen Baldry reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624249/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Norfolk_care_home_sets_resident_on_path.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624249/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Norfolk_care_home_sets_resident_on_path.aspx Thu, 25 Nov 2021 16:00:00 GMT Staff at a care home in Griston helped a resident to break the power of an alcohol addiction which set him on a journey into the waters of baptism. Kyla Sorenson tells the story. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624158/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Christmas_Good.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624158/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Christmas_Good.aspx Thu, 25 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Christmas edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Lady_Dannatt_sees_Eatons_creativity_in_times.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Lady_Dannatt_sees_Eatons_creativity_in_times.aspx Wed, 24 Nov 2021 14:00:00 GMT Lady Dannatt MBE, the Lord Lieutenant of Norfolk, and the Mayor and Sheriff of Norwich were among visitors to a recent Quilt of Kindness exhibition in Norwich. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624074/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_will_help_you_run_the_race.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/624074/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_will_help_you_run_the_race.aspx Wed, 24 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT Jane Walters marvels at the achievements of those who run marathons, but recognises the need to allow God to set the pace, and provide the strength. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623684/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Ashill_actors_create_full_immersion_Christmas_experience.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623684/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Ashill_actors_create_full_immersion_Christmas_experience.aspx Sat, 20 Nov 2021 08:00:00 GMT The Fountain of Life Church in Ashill is bringing Christmas alive with an all-senses journey through the Christmas story. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Community_Gospel_Choir_brings_comfort_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Community_Gospel_Choir_brings_comfort_and.aspx Thu, 18 Nov 2021 11:00:00 GMT The Norwich Community Gospel Choir is fully up and running again, and welcoming new singers. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623502/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Worshipping_God_in_a_draughty_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623502/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Worshipping_God_in_a_draughty_church.aspx Wed, 17 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton is concerned about the environmental impact of trying to heat the large number of historic, but often draughty, churches in Britain. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623437/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_writer_publishes_poetry_on_dogs.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623437/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_writer_publishes_poetry_on_dogs.aspx Tue, 16 Nov 2021 14:00:00 GMT Gail Halley has captured her admiration of God in a poetry book about dogs. She explains what motivated her to do it. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623382/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Diocese_of_Norwich_grows_chaplaincy_team_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623382/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Diocese_of_Norwich_grows_chaplaincy_team_for.aspx Mon, 15 Nov 2021 13:30:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich has appointed four Anna Chaplains to provide pastoral support to older people in Norfolk. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623375/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Mulbarton_mum_offers_a_guided_approach_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623375/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Mulbarton_mum_offers_a_guided_approach_to.aspx Mon, 15 Nov 2021 11:00:00 GMT Sarah Miller, a vicar’s wife from Mulbarton in south Norfolk, will be hosting a gentle evening to help you settle into Advent. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623260/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Discover_the_benefits_of_giving.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623260/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Discover_the_benefits_of_giving.aspx Mon, 15 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere Smith describes how a generous spirit can benefit the giver as well as those who receive the gifts. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623253/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_double_awards_success.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623253/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_double_awards_success.aspx Sun, 14 Nov 2021 12:00:00 GMT Two teams from YMCA Norfolk were presented with national awards at the annual Youth Matters Awards in London on Friday evening, held at the Grand Sheraton Hotel hosted by YMCA England and Wales. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623205/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_opens_its_recovery_hub_doors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/623205/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_opens_its_recovery_hub_doors.aspx Fri, 12 Nov 2021 12:00:00 GMT Drug and alcohol misuse charity The Matthew Project this week opened the doors of its Norwich recovery hub to its supporters and the wider community. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Chance_to_see_epic_tale_of_man.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Chance_to_see_epic_tale_of_man.aspx Thu, 11 Nov 2021 08:00:00 GMT The epic tale of a Norwich man who gave up all to change the Chinese nation is being told in the feature documentary, ‘Children of Shanghai’ at Cinema City Norwich on Tuesday November 23 at 6pm. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622910/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Lady_Dannatt_praises_Community_Chaplaincy_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622910/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Lady_Dannatt_praises_Community_Chaplaincy_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 10 Nov 2021 20:00:00 GMT Lady Dannatt, the Lord Lieutenant of Norfolk, applauded the work of Community Chaplaincy Norfolk (CCN) when she spoke at its annual meeting. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622967/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Running_the_race_with_Jesus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622967/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Running_the_race_with_Jesus.aspx Wed, 10 Nov 2021 11:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Ruth Lilley has been running a half marathon, but she did have some help… http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Convert_Nissar_tells_his_story_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Convert_Nissar_tells_his_story_at_Norwich.aspx Tue, 09 Nov 2021 18:00:00 GMT Nissar Hussain, a high profile convert from Islam to Christianity, who has suffered persecution for his decision, was the speaker at the Christmas dinner of the Norwich FGB on December 13 in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622937/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_charity_provides_some_soul_space_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622937/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_charity_provides_some_soul_space_for.aspx Tue, 09 Nov 2021 14:00:00 GMT As we move into a new season North Breckland Youth for Christ is finding innovative ways to engage with young people. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620886/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Eaton_quilt_of_kindness_displays_bright_things.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620886/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Eaton_quilt_of_kindness_displays_bright_things.aspx Tue, 09 Nov 2021 11:00:00 GMT A Quilt of Kindness produced by a crafters group in Eaton will be on display in Christ Church later this month. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622911/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_cross_sculpture_illuminates_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622911/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_cross_sculpture_illuminates_Norwich_church.aspx Mon, 08 Nov 2021 17:00:00 GMT The Open Door Christian Fellowship in Norwich switched on its new illuminated cross which sits a top The Building in Ramsey Close. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622870/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Christmas_Events_Week_at_Dereham_bookshop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622870/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Christmas_Events_Week_at_Dereham_bookshop.aspx Mon, 08 Nov 2021 09:00:00 GMT Green Pastures Christian bookshop in Dereham is holding a Christmas Events Week. The managers, Irene Humphrey and Helen Cockburn, explain. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622866/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_God_the_master_chef_gets_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622866/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_God_the_master_chef_gets_to.aspx Mon, 08 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Jane Walters has been creating soup, and marvels at how such a combination of sometimes disparate and random ingredients can produce a nourishing and worthy end product. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622824/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Diocese_of_Norwich_votes_to_sell_fossil.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622824/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Diocese_of_Norwich_votes_to_sell_fossil.aspx Sat, 06 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT Today the Diocese of Norwich Synod voted overwhelmingly (by 61 votes to 5) to approve a motion to divest from fossil fuels, following a thoughtful debate. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Eco_activists_call_on_Diocese_of_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Eco_activists_call_on_Diocese_of_Norwich.aspx Thu, 04 Nov 2021 12:10:00 GMT Church eco-activists are calling on the Diocese of Norwich to withdraw from fossil fuel investments and plan to stage a small prayer vigil outside Norwich Cathedral before the diocesan Synod meets on Saturday to take a decision on the matter. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622456/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_hosts_a_catch_up_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622456/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_hosts_a_catch_up_with.aspx Thu, 04 Nov 2021 08:30:00 GMT Alpha is putting on two coffee and catch-up events at The King’s Centre in Norwich for church leaders, pastors and anyone running Alpha in the Norfolk area. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622455/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_CAP_celebrates_25_years_of_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622455/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_CAP_celebrates_25_years_of_hope.aspx Wed, 03 Nov 2021 19:00:00 GMT Norwich Central Debt Centre is celebrating 25 years of debt help charity Christians Against Poverty with a ‘month of hope’. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622313/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_puts_on_Christmas_cribs_festival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622313/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_puts_on_Christmas_cribs_festival.aspx Wed, 03 Nov 2021 16:00:00 GMT Two years after its previous festival took place, Rosebery Road Methodist Church in Norwich is once again putting on its Christmas Cribs and Trees Festival. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622453/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Charity_fundraising_book_shows_Norfolk_at_its.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622453/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Charity_fundraising_book_shows_Norfolk_at_its.aspx Wed, 03 Nov 2021 11:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project is among a hundred charities showcased in an illustrated book produced by a local businessman to shine a light on inspirational communities in Norfolk. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622412/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Norwich_church_globe_points_to_fragility_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622412/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Norwich_church_globe_points_to_fragility_of.aspx Tue, 02 Nov 2021 12:00:00 GMT Bringing a gigantic globe into St Peter Mancroft church in Norwich has opened conversations and invited others to reflect on the beauty and fragility of God’s gift of the earth and to address the damage caused by human sin and greed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622256/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_begins_work_on_new_1.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622256/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_begins_work_on_new_1.aspx Mon, 01 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT Last night, almost 16 years after Mount Zion Family Life church at Heartsease in Norwich burnt to the ground, 1,000 people from its successor, Soul Church, gathered to break ground on a new 1,200-seat church and community centre on the site. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622320/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Is_climate_emergency_the_defining_issue_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622320/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Is_climate_emergency_the_defining_issue_of.aspx Sat, 30 Oct 2021 23:00:00 GMT To declare the climate an “emergency” and “the defining issue of our time and the greatest threat to our well-being, globally and locally” is to follow the zeitgeist, not the Bible or the facts, argues Dave Brennan from Brephos. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622207/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Bishop_of_Norwich_speaks_ahead_of_COP26.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622207/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Bishop_of_Norwich_speaks_ahead_of_COP26.aspx Fri, 29 Oct 2021 23:00:00 GMT In an interview ahead of attending the COP26 climate talks in Glasgow this weekend, the Bishop of Norwich, Graham Usher, explained why he believes caring for God’s creation is a fundamental part of Christian discipleship. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622103/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_YFC_boosts_youth_work_encounters.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622103/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_YFC_boosts_youth_work_encounters.aspx Fri, 29 Oct 2021 16:00:00 GMT Despite pandemic lockdown restrictions Norwich Youth For Christ increased its contacts with young people both in person and online in the last year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_opens_first_money_advice_centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_opens_first_money_advice_centre.aspx Thu, 28 Oct 2021 11:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has opened a new Community Money Advice Centre to offer debt advice, help with claiming benefits and financial education. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622034/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_speaker_to_revive_the_virtue_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/622034/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_speaker_to_revive_the_virtue_of.aspx Wed, 27 Oct 2021 13:00:00 GMT After the disconnect of the pandemic, a Norwich church is hosting a talk to relaunch the practice of extraordinary hospitality. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621957/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_bells_to_ring_out_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621957/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_bells_to_ring_out_for.aspx Tue, 26 Oct 2021 12:10:00 GMT At least half a dozen churches across Norwich will be taking part in a UK-wide initiative to sound their bells on the eve of the COP26 summit. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621919/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Dippy_says_a_blue_light_farewell_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621919/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Dippy_says_a_blue_light_farewell_to.aspx Sun, 24 Oct 2021 23:00:00 GMT More than 200,000 people have visited Dippy at Norwich Cathedral and, ahead of the iconic dinosaur’s final week, emergency services workers were last night treated to a special preview of the Dippy at Night farewell spectacle. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621888/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Time_for_the_church_to_take_action.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621888/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Time_for_the_church_to_take_action.aspx Sun, 24 Oct 2021 23:00:00 GMT In his two previous articles, Nigel Fox asked if we had an adequate view of Jesus is, challenging some of our preconceptions, and then explained why he believes that Jesus is now angry with the world. His final column in this trilogy is a call to action. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/A_Kenyan_farmer_looks_at_climate_change.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/A_Kenyan_farmer_looks_at_climate_change.aspx Thu, 21 Oct 2021 10:00:00 GMT To mark COP26, St Peter Mancroft Church in Norwich will host a screening of 'Thank you for the Rain' in partnership with Christian Aid. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621592/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_musician_creates_songs_for_loss_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621592/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_musician_creates_songs_for_loss_of.aspx Thu, 21 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian musician Ben Lawrence is producing an album which talks openly about the loss of his twin brother Dan to cancer and the hope he has since found. Here he shares the vision. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621272/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_should_care_for_God_s_beautiful.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621272/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_should_care_for_God_s_beautiful.aspx Tue, 19 Oct 2021 23:00:00 GMT Philip Young explains his passion for God’s creation, which has prompted him to write a poem to challenge us to action. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621548/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Baptist_Church_to_host_free_CAP.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621548/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Baptist_Church_to_host_free_CAP.aspx Tue, 19 Oct 2021 13:00:00 GMT Christians Against Poverty (CAP) is offering a free, three-session course that equips people with the skills they need to effectively manage their money well. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621296/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Harrison_family_rocks_the_boat_on_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621296/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Harrison_family_rocks_the_boat_on_the.aspx Tue, 19 Oct 2021 07:15:00 GMT Hilary Harrison’s new book ‘Rock the Boat’ records the adventures of her family on the sailing barge Golden Mean. Thomas Harrison adds a story from Norfolk to bring it up to date. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621188/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Is_Jesus_angry_with_the_world.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621188/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Is_Jesus_angry_with_the_world.aspx Sun, 17 Oct 2021 23:00:00 GMT In his previous column, Nigel Fox asked if we had an adequate view of Jesus is, and challenged some of our preconceptions. Nigel now continues his analysis, and explains why he believes that Jesus is angry. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621241/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Wymondham_supporters_raise_the_roof_for_Raise.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621241/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Wymondham_supporters_raise_the_roof_for_Raise.aspx Fri, 15 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT The Raise Kids Work charity got a boost when 90 people gathered in Wymondham for an evening of Comedy and Cake with Preston funny man, Tony Vino. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621259/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_Francis_Norwich_declares_a_climate_emergency.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621259/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_Francis_Norwich_declares_a_climate_emergency.aspx Thu, 14 Oct 2021 16:00:00 GMT St Francis Day was especially important for the tiny church of St Francis, which nestles at the heart of the Heartsease parish in Norwich. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_play_portrays_missionary_imprisoned_with_ISIS.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_play_portrays_missionary_imprisoned_with_ISIS.aspx Thu, 14 Oct 2021 06:00:00 GMT St Stephen’s Church in Norwich will be hosting a production by Artless Theatre Company called 'If Prison Walls Could Speak'. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621154/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_charity_appeals_for_housing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621154/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_charity_appeals_for_housing.aspx Wed, 13 Oct 2021 13:00:00 GMT Hebron Trust, a local charity that supports women through addiction, is looking for a move-on property to house their clients as they move on ready for a new start. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621071/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Missionary_story_behind_new_Norwich_church_leader.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621071/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Missionary_story_behind_new_Norwich_church_leader.aspx Wed, 13 Oct 2021 08:00:00 GMT The African-born son of former missionary parents has been appointed as the new Assistant Leader at Oak Grove Community Church in Norwich. Keith Morris reports. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621088/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christian_charity_helps_people_feel_at_home.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621088/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christian_charity_helps_people_feel_at_home.aspx Tue, 12 Oct 2021 15:00:00 GMT When we share our passions we connect with people, and that is the idea behind local Christian charity English+’s programme of community activities. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_event_looks_to_Jesus_lover_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_event_looks_to_Jesus_lover_of.aspx Tue, 12 Oct 2021 11:00:00 GMT Surrey Chapel in Norwich is hosting a morning for those working in churches and Christian organisations on the theme of ‘Jesus, lover of my soul’. Andy Rees shares and invitation. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621047/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Do_we_really_understand_who_Jesus_is.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/621047/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Do_we_really_understand_who_Jesus_is.aspx Sun, 10 Oct 2021 23:00:00 GMT Nigel Fox asks if we have an adequate view of Jesus as He is, and challenges some of our pre-conceptions. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620986/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_welcomes_refugees_with_picnic.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620986/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_welcomes_refugees_with_picnic.aspx Fri, 08 Oct 2021 11:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has held a picnic for refugees from Syria and Afghanistan in the garden of his home near Norwich Cathedral. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620887/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_gives_Norfolk_honey_to_Pope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620887/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_gives_Norfolk_honey_to_Pope.aspx Wed, 06 Oct 2021 23:00:00 GMT Pope Francis has been presented with a jar of honey and a bee facemask from Norfolk by the Anglican Bishop of Norwich, who met him at the Vatican in Rome during a private audience alongside the Archbishop of Canterbury. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620878/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Thanksgiving_service_for_brave_Norwich_preacher.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620878/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Thanksgiving_service_for_brave_Norwich_preacher.aspx Wed, 06 Oct 2021 23:00:00 GMT A funeral and thanksgiving service for courageous Norwich Methodist preacher Colin Gillett, who died recently in Pakistan, is to be held in Norfolk after his body was repatriated to the UK. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620847/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/I_shall_pray_for_you_whether_you.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620847/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/I_shall_pray_for_you_whether_you.aspx Wed, 06 Oct 2021 23:00:00 GMT Ian Boughton has been wondering whether or not we should tell people we are praying for them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Kings_Lynn_church_goes_industrial_to_enlarge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Kings_Lynn_church_goes_industrial_to_enlarge.aspx Tue, 05 Oct 2021 11:00:00 GMT In a year when many churches remained closed, the King’s Glory Church in King’s Lynn opened a new centre on an industrial estate. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620571/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2021_22/Norwich_Foodbank_tackles_the_causes_of_poverty.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620571/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2021_22/Norwich_Foodbank_tackles_the_causes_of_poverty.aspx Mon, 04 Oct 2021 10:00:00 GMT Norwich Foodbank has taken on Iain Turner to lead a new project dealing with the causes of food poverty. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620559/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Norwich_Cathedral_s_Dippy_and_the_Genesis.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620559/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Norwich_Cathedral_s_Dippy_and_the_Genesis.aspx Sun, 03 Oct 2021 23:00:00 GMT Following the news last month that well over 100,000 people have been to visit “Dippy” the Diplodocus at Norwich Cathedral, Matthew Pickhaver explains why he believes that Dippy helps to throw light on the biblical story of the great flood. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620364/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_bishop_leads_the_way_on_climate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620364/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_bishop_leads_the_way_on_climate.aspx Fri, 01 Oct 2021 07:30:00 GMT Bishop Graham Usher is among faith leaders who have signed a statement in the lead-up to COP26 calling on governments to take urgent action to protect the earth’s climate. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620361/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Norfolk_leaders_launch_prayer_for_Armed_Forces.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620361/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Norfolk_leaders_launch_prayer_for_Armed_Forces.aspx Thu, 30 Sep 2021 15:00:00 GMT A group of Christian leaders in Norfolk is inviting churches to help launch a prayer group for the Armed Forces. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620276/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolks_nonagenarian_seamstress_makes_dresses_for_Jordan.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620276/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolks_nonagenarian_seamstress_makes_dresses_for_Jordan.aspx Thu, 30 Sep 2021 10:00:00 GMT Anna Bayles, a 96-year-old dressmaker from Wymondham, has sent her latest consignment of clothing as gifts to Christian refugees in Jordan. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620218/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Update_with_God_before_shutting_down.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620218/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Update_with_God_before_shutting_down.aspx Tue, 28 Sep 2021 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley explains that some of the necessary housekeeping practices that keep our computers functioning correctly may have equivalent applications for our spiritual health. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620022/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_event_to_explore_sustainable_futures.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620022/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_event_to_explore_sustainable_futures.aspx Tue, 28 Sep 2021 15:00:00 GMT Jonathon Porritt will be among speakers looking at sustainable futures at an event leading up to the COP 26 conference on Climate Change in Glasgow. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620013/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Kings_Lynn_Pastor_upcycles_his_mission_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/620013/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Kings_Lynn_Pastor_upcycles_his_mission_to.aspx Mon, 27 Sep 2021 14:00:00 GMT After serving for fourteen years as Pastor at Cornerstone King`s Lynn Baptist Church, Kevan Crane has taken on a new role serving the homeless. He explains his unusual journey of faith. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619951/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Perseverance_brings_rewards.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619951/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Perseverance_brings_rewards.aspx Mon, 27 Sep 2021 10:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere-Smith has discovered the joys of DIY, but has realised that the best results are obtained when following the advice of James in the bible. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619574/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Hubb_church_can_help_your_church_flourish.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619574/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Hubb_church_can_help_your_church_flourish.aspx Mon, 27 Sep 2021 07:00:00 GMT The Christian Cambridge-based web technology company which has supported the Network Norfolk website for the past 16 years has rebranded its church website, communications, administration and finance platform. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619940/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/SOUL_Church_set_to_start_work_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619940/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/SOUL_Church_set_to_start_work_on.aspx Sat, 25 Sep 2021 23:00:00 GMT SOUL Church is set to start work on its purpose-built new 1,200-seater church building, designed to be a ‘welcoming home’ for the people of Norwich. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619871/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_drug_worker_takes_a_dive_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619871/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_drug_worker_takes_a_dive_with.aspx Fri, 24 Sep 2021 14:00:00 GMT A remarkable substance misuse worker from the Matthew Project is heading for the skies with her teenage client. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619701/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_Mothers_Union_president.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619701/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_Mothers_Union_president.aspx Fri, 24 Sep 2021 11:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich Mothers’ Union has announced the sad death of its "dedicated" President, Val Ovenden. Past President Marguerite Phillips pays tribute. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619738/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ermie_leads_the_way_by_saying_yes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619738/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ermie_leads_the_way_by_saying_yes.aspx Thu, 23 Sep 2021 12:35:00 GMT Organ Donation Week has been an opportunity to remember with gratitude much-loved parishioner Ermie Astorga from St John’s Cathedral, who passed away a year ago. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619699/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_League_hails_fantastic_spirit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619699/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_League_hails_fantastic_spirit.aspx Thu, 23 Sep 2021 11:05:00 GMT As the new football season starts, the most sporting team in the Norfolk Christian League from last season have been presented with a trophy for their “fantastic spirit”. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619727/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_power_of_belonging_to_your_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619727/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_power_of_belonging_to_your_church.aspx Wed, 22 Sep 2021 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Jane Walters has recently become a member of her local church, and is discovering the joy of Christian teamwork. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619579/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_event_explores_ministry_in_poor_communities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619579/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_event_explores_ministry_in_poor_communities.aspx Tue, 21 Sep 2021 13:00:00 GMT Sara Barron, Executive Director of the National Estates Church Network, will be speaking in Norwich about ministry in low-income communities. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619525/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norwich_preacher_pays_ultimate_price_for_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619525/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norwich_preacher_pays_ultimate_price_for_mission.aspx Mon, 20 Sep 2021 13:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to a courageous Norwich Methodist preacher, who gave up everything and moved to Pakistan to follow God’s call to serve “the poorest of the poor”, and who has died suddenly. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619539/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Tournament_heralds_start_of_Norfolk_Christian_league.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619539/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Tournament_heralds_start_of_Norfolk_Christian_league.aspx Mon, 20 Sep 2021 11:00:00 GMT The start of the 2021/22 Norfolk Christian Football League season was heralded by the traditional 11-a-side tournament for half a dozen teams at Sloughbottom Park on Saturday September 18. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619516/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Nourishment_for_the_body_as_well_as.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619516/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Nourishment_for_the_body_as_well_as.aspx Sun, 19 Sep 2021 23:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton wonders if there is scope for our parish churches to provide a further service for their local communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619337/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Tony_to_raise_a_laugh_and_funds.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619337/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Tony_to_raise_a_laugh_and_funds.aspx Fri, 17 Sep 2021 11:00:00 GMT Raise Kids Work has invited funny man Tony Vino to a cake and comedy event to raise funds for the charity. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Filling_Station_reopens_on_Norfolk_Suffolk_border.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Filling_Station_reopens_on_Norfolk_Suffolk_border.aspx Thu, 16 Sep 2021 12:00:00 GMT The Angles Way Filling Station has reopened this month after 18 months’ break, having changed its name from Ouse Valley Filling Station. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_Seven_Real_Reasons_for_Unbelief.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/628127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_Seven_Real_Reasons_for_Unbelief.aspx Wed, 15 Sep 2021 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight believes that understanding the reasons why many people choose not to believe will assist Christians in reaching out to them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_air_ambulance_HQ_in_Norwich_is.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_air_ambulance_HQ_in_Norwich_is.aspx Tue, 14 Sep 2021 11:00:00 GMT Faith leaders from across East Anglia took part in an official blessing at the official opening of the extended and renovated East Anglian Air Ambulance operational base and HQ at Norwich Airport on September 10. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619102/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_gives_generously_to_Afghan_refugee_fund.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619102/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_gives_generously_to_Afghan_refugee_fund.aspx Mon, 13 Sep 2021 11:00:00 GMT Thanks to the generosity of people across Norfolk and Waveney, the Bishop of Norwich’s Refugee Fund has received nearly 36,000 in the past fortnight, to help the arriving and expected new refugees from Afghanistan. The Diocese of Norwich is administering By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_dinosaur_roar_of_hope_for_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/619064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_dinosaur_roar_of_hope_for_God.aspx Sun, 12 Sep 2021 23:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant, who has been project managing the current “Dippy” attraction in Norwich Cathedral, points out that the Diplodocus skeleton represents far more than a display of old bones. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618786/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/An_African_mission_for_South_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618786/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/An_African_mission_for_South_Norfolk_churches.aspx Fri, 10 Sep 2021 23:00:00 GMT An empowering mission for a struggling community in Zimbabwe struck an immediate chord with Carolyn Skittrall who supports several South Norfolk churches to bring change and growth through practical initiative and insight. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Fulmerston_s_Christian_footballer_celebrates_30_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Fulmerston_s_Christian_footballer_celebrates_30_years.aspx Thu, 09 Sep 2021 14:30:00 GMT Tim Lovejoy from Fulmerston Christian Fellowship has clocked up over 500 games in a three-decade career with his local football club. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_Martins_memorial_garden_officially_open.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_Martins_memorial_garden_officially_open.aspx Thu, 09 Sep 2021 10:55:00 GMT A memorial garden to remember people experiencing homelessness who have died was opened on September 6 by the Rt Rev Graham Usher, Bishop of Norwich. The garden is in the grounds of Bishopbridge House, the direct access hostel run by St Martins. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618866/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Normas_sponsored_walks_for_Christian_charities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618866/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Normas_sponsored_walks_for_Christian_charities.aspx Thu, 09 Sep 2021 08:00:00 GMT Norma Broadest is embarking on two walking challenges to raise funds for Christian charities Street Child and Restoration of Hope in Burundi. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618776/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2021_22/93_000_in_the_East_will_skip.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618776/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2021_22/93_000_in_the_East_will_skip.aspx Wed, 08 Sep 2021 21:00:00 GMT 93,000 people in the East of England fear they will be forced to skip meals if UK government cuts Universal Credit payments this October says the Trussell Trust – the Christian charity behind many of the foodbanks across the country. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618797/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Jills_teaching_series_offers_a_rock_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618797/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Jills_teaching_series_offers_a_rock_in.aspx Wed, 08 Sep 2021 14:00:00 GMT Jill Gower is beginning a new series of teaching days at the Light House in Heartsease, looking at End Times through Biblical prophecy. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618740/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Now_is_the_time_to_start_loving.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618740/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Now_is_the_time_to_start_loving.aspx Tue, 07 Sep 2021 23:00:00 GMT Philip Young has been considering recent events in the Middle East and believes that it is now even more important than ever to remember Jesus’ instruction to love our enemies. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618550/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Methodists_recall_good_times_as_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618550/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Methodists_recall_good_times_as_church.aspx Mon, 06 Sep 2021 13:00:00 GMT After 46 years of fruitful ministry, the Methodist Church in White Woman Lane has closed. Marion Baxter recalls some of its rich history. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618305/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Autumn_Good.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618305/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Autumn_Good.aspx Thu, 02 Sep 2021 11:00:00 GMT The Autumn edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618301/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_volunteers_plea_for_Afghan_refugee_clothes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618301/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_volunteers_plea_for_Afghan_refugee_clothes.aspx Thu, 02 Sep 2021 11:00:00 GMT A Norwich church which is collecting clothes for Afghan refugees who will be resettled in Norfolk has been overwhelmed with donations and is now looking for volunteers to help sort them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Heacham_minister_takes_the_Gospel_to_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Heacham_minister_takes_the_Gospel_to_the.aspx Wed, 01 Sep 2021 10:00:00 GMT A Methodist minister in Heacham became a radio DJ after coming across a leaflet in a shop window. Rev Steve Oliver tells his story and invites you to tune in. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618108/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_can_we_build_back_better.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/618108/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_can_we_build_back_better.aspx Tue, 31 Aug 2021 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Jane Walters recalls the fragility of the sandcastles she built in her youth, and believes there are lessons to be learned as we re-build our lives following the restrictions of the last eighteen months. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/617942/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolks_first_recovery_hub_provides_a_safe.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/617942/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolks_first_recovery_hub_provides_a_safe.aspx Sun, 29 Aug 2021 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk-based charity, the Matthew Project, has worked in innovative ways together with people and communities affected by substance misuse and associated issues for over 37 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/617926/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Church_offers_a_beacon_of_hope_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/617926/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Church_offers_a_beacon_of_hope_in.aspx Sat, 28 Aug 2021 23:00:00 GMT Nurturing change and growing hope as a beacon of light on a Thetford housing estate is a mission that Rev Matt Houghton wholeheartedly embraces. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/617748/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_join_Afghan_refugee_welcome_bid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/617748/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_join_Afghan_refugee_welcome_bid.aspx Thu, 26 Aug 2021 11:00:00 GMT Norfolk churches are joining in efforts to help resettle Afghan refugees in the county following the current crisis and air evacuation with a refugee fund set up and a clothing donation hub established. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/617563/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Everybody_deserves_a_second_chance.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/617563/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Everybody_deserves_a_second_chance.aspx Mon, 23 Aug 2021 23:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton has made the acquaintance of a man who needs to be given the opportunity to rebuild his life, and suggests that we should have a compassionate spirit in such circumstances. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/617384/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Mothers_Union_to_welcome_Afghan_refugee.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/617384/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Mothers_Union_to_welcome_Afghan_refugee.aspx Thu, 19 Aug 2021 23:00:00 GMT The Mothers' Union Norwich Diocese has committed to extend the work it has done over the past five years welcoming Syrian refugee families to Norfolk to help those escaping the current turmoil in Afghanistan. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/617212/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Exploring_the_excitement_of_a_new_day.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/617212/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Exploring_the_excitement_of_a_new_day.aspx Wed, 18 Aug 2021 15:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley recently went with a friend to the coast to watch the sun come up, and shares with us her excitement at beauty of that sunrise. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/617084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/How_a_Norwich_minister_gained_a_Chinese.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/617084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/How_a_Norwich_minister_gained_a_Chinese.aspx Mon, 16 Aug 2021 10:00:00 GMT Pastor Edmond Chi Wai Tsui has retired after serving the Chinese Methodist congregation in Norwich for 14 years. Rev Nigel Fox writes an appreciation. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/617061/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Festival_Pastors_help_over_800_people_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/617061/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Festival_Pastors_help_over_800_people_at.aspx Sat, 14 Aug 2021 23:00:00 GMT The Festival Pastors team at the Latitude music festival were able to assist over 800 people during the recent event in Suffolk and want to thank those who prayed for their work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616874/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Young_people_catch_the_fire_at_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616874/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Young_people_catch_the_fire_at_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 12 Aug 2021 09:45:00 GMT Christian youthwork in Norfolk made a remarkable comeback this summer as several churches teamed up to launch the Campfire Festival. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Joy_as_Norwich_minister_welcomes_home_prodigal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Joy_as_Norwich_minister_welcomes_home_prodigal.aspx Wed, 11 Aug 2021 10:00:00 GMT Rev Nigel Fox, former minister at Wroxham Road Methodist Church, had the joy of baptising his son Tom, who dramatically returned to faith from a criminal lifestyle. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616775/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Fanning_your_faith_into_flame.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616775/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Fanning_your_faith_into_flame.aspx Tue, 10 Aug 2021 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Jane Walters offers some encouragement for those of us whose who feel our spark is dim. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Seans_covid_recovery_is_an_answer_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Seans_covid_recovery_is_an_answer_to.aspx Tue, 10 Aug 2021 20:00:00 GMT A Norfolk Christian man who spent over six months in hospital with pancreatitis and covid is now home. He attributes his recovery to God’s healing and faithful answer to his wife’s prayers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616523/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/English_celebrates_ten_years_of_support.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616523/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/English_celebrates_ten_years_of_support.aspx Fri, 06 Aug 2021 14:00:00 GMT A Norwich-based charity that works in churches to support newcomers to the UK to learn English and find community has celebrated their tenth anniversary. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616479/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Christian_groups_return_to_a_revamped_Letton.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616479/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Christian_groups_return_to_a_revamped_Letton.aspx Thu, 05 Aug 2021 13:00:00 GMT Letton Hall Conference Centre is fully open again after refurbishment works and raising more than 50,000 through a crowdfunding campaign. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616425/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_trio_appeal_for_awards_support.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616425/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_trio_appeal_for_awards_support.aspx Wed, 04 Aug 2021 11:00:00 GMT Three YMCA Norfolk projects and staff members have been shortlisted as semi-finalists for the 2021 YMCA England and Wales Youth Matters Awards and are looking for your support. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616420/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Something_new_in_Earlham_as_Andy_takes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616420/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Something_new_in_Earlham_as_Andy_takes.aspx Wed, 04 Aug 2021 08:00:00 GMT Andy Woodman is appealing for support as he takes up a new mission as vicar of St Anne’s Earlham in Norwich and chaplain to the University of East Anglia. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616211/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_churches_look_to_post_Covid_future.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616211/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_churches_look_to_post_Covid_future.aspx Tue, 03 Aug 2021 11:00:00 GMT Network Norfolk is looking to highlight the innovative things which Norfolk churches and projects have learnt during the Covid-19 pandemic – new ways to worship, creative ways to engage with and serve their communities and reach them with the Gospel. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616382/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Truths_about_atheism_that_only_Christians_know.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616382/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Truths_about_atheism_that_only_Christians_know.aspx Mon, 02 Aug 2021 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight explains the paradox that atheists cannot really understand the very thing they don’t believe in. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616219/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Japan_prayer_encourages_Suffolk_missionary_couple.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616219/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Japan_prayer_encourages_Suffolk_missionary_couple.aspx Sat, 31 Jul 2021 23:00:00 GMT With all eyes on Tokyo for the Olympics and Paralympics, a Suffolk missionary couple working in Japan are hugely encouraged that the nation is being lifted up in prayer around the world. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616203/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_charity_teams_up_with_NHS_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616203/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_charity_teams_up_with_NHS_to.aspx Fri, 30 Jul 2021 15:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project has formed a new partnership with the NHS to support armed forces veterans who are experiencing mental health problems. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Former_sailor_is_new_South_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Former_sailor_is_new_South_Norfolk_church.aspx Fri, 30 Jul 2021 11:00:00 GMT Former sailor and nurse, David Humphries, has been inducted as the new pastor at Carleton Rode Baptist Church in South Norfolk. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616140/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/How_a_church_in_rural_Norfolk_struck.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616140/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/How_a_church_in_rural_Norfolk_struck.aspx Thu, 29 Jul 2021 09:55:00 GMT Stephen Mawditt’s new book ‘Redigging the Wells’ tells the story of the pioneering Fountain of Life congregation in Ashill. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615904/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_vicar_and_his_wife_move_into.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615904/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_vicar_and_his_wife_move_into.aspx Thu, 29 Jul 2021 07:30:00 GMT Having served for eight years in the churches of the Mitre Benefice, Dave and Anna Lloyd are stepping outside into the unknown. He casts a vision of what could happen. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616100/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_welcomes_Bishop_as.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616100/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_welcomes_Bishop_as.aspx Wed, 28 Jul 2021 14:45:00 GMT The Rt Revd Graham Usher, Bishop of Norwich, has become the new Patron of Norwich Youth for Christ. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Unprecedented_events_call_for_unprecedented_love.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/616041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Unprecedented_events_call_for_unprecedented_love.aspx Wed, 28 Jul 2021 10:00:00 GMT Philip Young calls for an outpouring of love as a response to the challenges faced by humanity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615898/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Is_Hybrid_church_the_best_of_both.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615898/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Is_Hybrid_church_the_best_of_both.aspx Sun, 25 Jul 2021 23:00:00 GMT As many of us are excited about returning to our church buildings to take part in live worship again, Robert Ashton explains that there are also advantages to the various on-line services that have been available recently, and suggests a way forward. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615680/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_camping_event_celebrates_Jesus_people.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615680/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_camping_event_celebrates_Jesus_people.aspx Sat, 24 Jul 2021 10:00:00 GMT The Jesus Fest Conference is taking place in August at Burton Manor Barn in mid Norfolk and is appealing for spare tents. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615795/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Revival_prayer_walk_from_Lowestoft_to_Lighthouse.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615795/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Revival_prayer_walk_from_Lowestoft_to_Lighthouse.aspx Fri, 23 Jul 2021 10:00:00 GMT A small team of people from Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham have been walking from Lowestoft to Sheringham to commemorate the East Anglian Revival which started in Lowestoft 100 years ago. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615782/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Thrigby_couple_get_on_board_Waterways_Chaplaincy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615782/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Thrigby_couple_get_on_board_Waterways_Chaplaincy.aspx Fri, 23 Jul 2021 07:30:00 GMT With the addition of Pete and Tricia Gillett, the Waterways Chaplaincy Team has recorded a 100% growth in members. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Three_Norfolk_writers_explore_theme_of_belonging.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Three_Norfolk_writers_explore_theme_of_belonging.aspx Wed, 21 Jul 2021 15:00:00 GMT Three Norfolk writers will be reading excerpts from their books on the theme of belonging at the Rockland St Mary church barn. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615664/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Yes_but_God_is_bigger_even_than.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615664/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Yes_but_God_is_bigger_even_than.aspx Tue, 20 Jul 2021 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Bryant has been reflecting on the wonders of creation as he spends time with the Diplodocus in Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615299/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Boy_from_council_estate_becomes_Lord_Mayor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615299/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Boy_from_council_estate_becomes_Lord_Mayor.aspx Fri, 16 Jul 2021 10:00:00 GMT After growing up on a council estate, Catholic Cathedral parishioner Kevin Maguire has become Lord Mayor of Norwich. Here he shares a little of his vision for the city. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Will_you_allow_God_inside_your_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Will_you_allow_God_inside_your_life.aspx Tue, 13 Jul 2021 23:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon encourages us to lower the barriers and allow God to help us through difficult times. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615158/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_priest_seeks_the_prosperity_of_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/615158/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_priest_seeks_the_prosperity_of_the.aspx Tue, 13 Jul 2021 13:00:00 GMT After his ordination in Norwich Cathedral, Ian Fifield is exploring how business and church can work together to make the City prosper. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614791/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_must_look_after_God_s_creation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614791/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_must_look_after_God_s_creation.aspx Fri, 09 Jul 2021 23:00:00 GMT Martin Upton has been experiencing the wonders of North Yorkshire, and reflects on the need for us all to take responsibility for the world we live in. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614818/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/YMCA_Norfolk_names_John_Lee_as_its.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614818/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/YMCA_Norfolk_names_John_Lee_as_its.aspx Thu, 08 Jul 2021 11:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has named its new CEO as John Lee, who has worked with the Matthew Project and Spurgeons Norwich Connect and is a senior leader with Proclaimers church in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614803/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Let_us_therefore_love_alike_though_we.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614803/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Let_us_therefore_love_alike_though_we.aspx Wed, 07 Jul 2021 23:00:00 GMT East Anglia Methodist District Chair, Rev Julian Pursehouse, gives his thoughts on the recent landmark decision to permit same sex marriage in Methodist churches. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614598/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/In_spite_of_Covid_singing_flourishes_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614598/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/In_spite_of_Covid_singing_flourishes_at.aspx Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:00:00 GMT Though the government continues to place restrictions on singing in church, Daniel Justin from St John’s Catholic Cathedral in Norwich has been imaginatively keeping music alive. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/TV_man_Simon_Thomas_weds_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/TV_man_Simon_Thomas_weds_at_Norwich.aspx Sun, 04 Jul 2021 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk-born TV presenter Simon Thomas married his girlfriend Derrina Jebb four years after the death of his wife Gemma, in Norwich Cathedral. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614581/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Michael_ordained_as_Catholic_priest_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614581/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Michael_ordained_as_Catholic_priest_in_Norwich.aspx Sun, 04 Jul 2021 23:00:00 GMT After spending most of the last four years studying at the Pontifical Beda College in Rome, Deacon Michael Smith was ordained a priest in the Catholic Diocese of East Anglia on Saturday July 3. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614485/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Methodist_President_has_East_Anglia_links.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614485/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Methodist_President_has_East_Anglia_links.aspx Sat, 03 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT The Methodist Conference in Britain has elected former East Anglia District Chair, Rev Graham Thompson, to serve as its next President. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614409/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hospital_chaplains_help_end_of_life_patients.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614409/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hospital_chaplains_help_end_of_life_patients.aspx Fri, 02 Jul 2021 11:00:00 GMT Chaplains at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital have helped to arrange services and put together wedding boxes for patients who are receiving end-of-life treatment and wish to marry their partners. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614276/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Open_day_at_Mid_Norfolk_Christian_retirement.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614276/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Open_day_at_Mid_Norfolk_Christian_retirement.aspx Thu, 01 Jul 2021 23:00:00 GMT Christian retirement home Quebec Hall at Dereham, in Mid Norfolk, is to hold an Open Day and Service of Thanksgiving on September 18. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614329/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Priests_and_deacons_ordained_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614329/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Priests_and_deacons_ordained_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Thu, 01 Jul 2021 11:00:00 GMT Twelve people were ordained Deacons and six ordained as Priests over three socially-distanced services in Norwich Anglican Cathedral on June 26 and 27. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614317/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_public_display_shows_reality_of_abortion.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614317/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_public_display_shows_reality_of_abortion.aspx Wed, 30 Jun 2021 11:00:00 GMT Norwich church volunteers joined human rights and anti-abortion campaign group the Centre for Bio-Ethical Reform UK (CBRUK) in a graphic public display to show “the reality of abortion” in Norwich city centre. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_provides_coffee_to_support_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_provides_coffee_to_support_the.aspx Tue, 29 Jun 2021 09:00:00 GMT St Andrews Eaton is putting on a coffee morning for the Church Missionary Society and its sister church is putting on a plant sale. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614144/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_real_me_behind_the_front_page.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614144/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_real_me_behind_the_front_page.aspx Mon, 28 Jun 2021 23:00:00 GMT As many of us are contemplating a new start in our lives following sixteen months of restrictions, Ruth Lilley is suggesting that renewing our attempts to be open and honest will benefit both ourselves and the people we meet. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Evangelists_to_Norfolk_put_spiritual_footsteps_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Evangelists_to_Norfolk_put_spiritual_footsteps_on.aspx Mon, 28 Jun 2021 13:00:00 GMT A team from Through Faith Missions are walking the Via Beata across Norfolk without money for the journey, sharing the Good News and praying for healing. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614060/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Christian_bookshop_launches_online_shop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614060/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Christian_bookshop_launches_online_shop.aspx Mon, 28 Jun 2021 10:00:00 GMT A Mid Norfolk Christian bookshop has just launched an online store to make its books and other products more accessible to a wider range of people. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614010/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Festival_Pastors_ask_for_Latitude_prayer_support.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/614010/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Festival_Pastors_ask_for_Latitude_prayer_support.aspx Sat, 26 Jun 2021 09:00:00 GMT As the Latitude Festival confirmed it will go ahead in late July at full capacity as part of the government’s Covid Event Research Programme, the team behind the Christian Festival Pastors have appealed for prayer support for their work. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613943/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Funds_passed_on_as_Norfolk_chaplaincy_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613943/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Funds_passed_on_as_Norfolk_chaplaincy_charity.aspx Fri, 25 Jun 2021 09:00:00 GMT Ecumenical Norfolk chaplaincy charity, Good Work, ceased to exist at the end of June 2021 and passed on its remaining funds to further other chaplaincy work in the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolks_Jamie_set_to_run_for_Ethiopia.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolks_Jamie_set_to_run_for_Ethiopia.aspx Thu, 24 Jun 2021 13:30:00 GMT It has been a tough year for Ethiopia, but Norfolk-based Hospice Ethiopia UK is doing its utmost to keep up the financial support. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Historic_first_as_woman_Bishop_of_Lynn.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Historic_first_as_woman_Bishop_of_Lynn.aspx Thu, 24 Jun 2021 10:30:00 GMT The Rt Revd Dr Jane Steen has been consecrated as Bishop of Lynn in front of 250 people at Norwich Cathedral. She is the first woman bishop in Norfolk and Waveney and the first suffragan bishop to have been consecrated in Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Treasure_hunt_to_help_to_make_heavenly.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Treasure_hunt_to_help_to_make_heavenly.aspx Tue, 22 Jun 2021 12:50:00 GMT The Norwich Rotary Club in Blackfriars is organising a walking treasure hunt around gardens in the city to raise funds for the Heavenly Gardens Project. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612412/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_to_celebrate_the_beauty_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612412/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_to_celebrate_the_beauty_of.aspx Tue, 22 Jun 2021 08:00:00 GMT Always wanting to punch above its weight, the tiny church of All Saints, Hethel, in South Norfolk, has organised a Celebration of Creation weekend on June 26-27 with everyone welcome. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613739/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/I_don_t_know_but_know_someone.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613739/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/I_don_t_know_but_know_someone.aspx Mon, 21 Jun 2021 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Jane Walters has been reflecting that, as we get older, we realise that we have the answers to fewer and fewer of life’s questions. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613401/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_to_showcase_1_7m_village.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613401/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_to_showcase_1_7m_village.aspx Thu, 17 Jun 2021 11:00:00 GMT Ambitious plans by All Saints Church in Poringland to build a new 1.7m community hub in the South Norfolk village are to go on show to the public next month. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613369/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_don_t_we_declare_the_certainty.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613369/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_don_t_we_declare_the_certainty.aspx Wed, 16 Jun 2021 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight explores why we sometimes hesitate to declare our faith, even when we are confident in our own belief. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613076/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/2_000_mile_cycle_challenge_reaches_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/613076/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/2_000_mile_cycle_challenge_reaches_Norwich.aspx Mon, 14 Jun 2021 19:00:00 GMT Pedal power took centre stage outside Norwich Anglican Cathedral this week as the nationwide Cathedrals Cycle Route reached the city. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611623/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_science_faith_lecture_on_dying_well.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611623/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_science_faith_lecture_on_dying_well.aspx Mon, 14 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT It is often said that the prospect of death concentrates the mind wonderfully. This has been illustrated during the pandemic, and the June meeting of Science Faith Norfolk focused on the medical practice of palliative care in this context. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612949/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Raisekids_to_run_real_life_monopoly_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612949/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Raisekids_to_run_real_life_monopoly_in.aspx Fri, 11 Jun 2021 09:00:00 GMT Raise Kids Work is running its first three-dimensional monopoly game through the town of Wymondham as a fun fundraiser for Raise Kids Work. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Willy_Notcutt_exceptional_doctor_and_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Willy_Notcutt_exceptional_doctor_and_Christian.aspx Wed, 09 Jun 2021 23:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to Dr William ‘Willy’ Notcutt, retired senior consultant anaesthetist who was also a committed Christian. Tony Mallion describes his remarkable life. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612675/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_completes_gaming_marathon.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612675/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_completes_gaming_marathon.aspx Wed, 09 Jun 2021 10:00:00 GMT Norwich Youth for Christ has raised 2,418 though a sponsored 24 hours of streaming and gaming. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612668/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_is_Lord_of_time_and_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612668/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_is_Lord_of_time_and_of.aspx Tue, 08 Jun 2021 23:00:00 GMT Philip Young recently presented a paper to the Quaker Universalist Group Conference on 'Life, Time and Eternity from a Christian perspective’. He shares a short extract from that paper here. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_founder_takes_up_Tools_with_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_founder_takes_up_Tools_with_a.aspx Mon, 07 Jun 2021 13:00:00 GMT The charity Tools With a Mission is offering an opportunity to churches to hear about its work, and Val Dodsworth is available to speak on its behalf. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612449/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_John_s_Cathedral_takes_Corpus_Christi.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612449/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_John_s_Cathedral_takes_Corpus_Christi.aspx Mon, 07 Jun 2021 10:00:00 GMT The parish community of St John’s Cathedral took to the open air on Sunday for the Corpus Christi procession. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Berties_spirit_shines_in_pandemic_challenges.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Berties_spirit_shines_in_pandemic_challenges.aspx Fri, 04 Jun 2021 11:00:00 GMT Lock-down, personal loss and suffering have not thwarted the spirits of Norwich girl Bertie Emes-Ellis who simply lives to give. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_St_John_s_Cathedral_fraudster_must.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_St_John_s_Cathedral_fraudster_must.aspx Thu, 03 Jun 2021 09:00:00 GMT A former treasurer of St John the Baptist Catholic Cathedral in Norwich, who is in jail for defrauding the cathedral of 235,000, has been ordered to pay back just 1 because he has no assets. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612223/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_Francis_church_in_Heartsease_goes_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612223/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_Francis_church_in_Heartsease_goes_for.aspx Wed, 02 Jun 2021 13:00:00 GMT St Francis Church in Heartsease is organising a practical Let it Grow event this weekend to celebrate World Environment Day. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612143/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_can_use_old_age_to_bring.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/612143/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_can_use_old_age_to_bring.aspx Tue, 01 Jun 2021 23:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon encourages to make the most of the new opportunities which God offers us as we approach the more mature years of our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611857/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Quiet_Waters_has_summer_offer_for_keyworkers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611857/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Quiet_Waters_has_summer_offer_for_keyworkers.aspx Fri, 28 May 2021 10:00:00 GMT The Quiet Waters Christian retreat house in Bungay would like to give a big thank you to those who have been Essential Workers during the past year. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611720/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Call_to_Prayer_finds_a_new_home.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611720/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Call_to_Prayer_finds_a_new_home.aspx Thu, 27 May 2021 12:00:00 GMT The Call to Prayer ministry is moving this summer to a new base in Heartsease. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611647/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/A_record_breaking_year_for_Mid_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611647/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/A_record_breaking_year_for_Mid_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 26 May 2021 13:00:00 GMT Wellspring Church in Dereham, Swaffham Baptist Church, and Fakenham Salvation Army centre have provided the bases for a record-breaking year at Mid-Norfolk Foodbank. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611625/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_can_our_weakness_be_a_strength.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611625/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_can_our_weakness_be_a_strength.aspx Tue, 25 May 2021 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere-Smith explains why there can be some positive outcomes from the trials of the last fourteen months. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611596/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Walsingham_Way_provides_a_new_route_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611596/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Walsingham_Way_provides_a_new_route_for.aspx Tue, 25 May 2021 14:55:00 GMT A new waymarked walking route between Norwich and Walsingham is being launched to celebrate the tradition of pilgrimage. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611454/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Barbara_begins_leadership_in_Wymondham_with_baptism.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611454/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Barbara_begins_leadership_in_Wymondham_with_baptism.aspx Mon, 24 May 2021 10:30:00 GMT At a hugely challenging time, the Alive network appointed Barbara McLellan as the new pastor for their church in Wymondham. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611532/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hub_garden_revamped_by_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611532/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hub_garden_revamped_by_Norwich_church.aspx Sun, 23 May 2021 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has given the garden area of its community hub a makeover just in time for the reopening of the cafe at the weekend. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611109/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Mothers_Union_welcomes_Syrian_refugees_to_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611109/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Mothers_Union_welcomes_Syrian_refugees_to_Norwich.aspx Thu, 20 May 2021 09:00:00 GMT The Mothers' Union has been working closely with Norfolk County Council on the resettlement of Syrian refugees. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611032/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Seize_the_opportunities_that_retirement_provides.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611032/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Seize_the_opportunities_that_retirement_provides.aspx Wed, 19 May 2021 10:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton has become aware that his mature years are beckoning, and resolves to make the most of that potentially fruitful era of his life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611031/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Mothers_Union_brings_a_hygiene_service_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611031/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Mothers_Union_brings_a_hygiene_service_to.aspx Wed, 19 May 2021 06:00:00 GMT A patient at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in King’s Lynn decided to start a Mother’s Union project there. Eunice Norwood tells her story. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Wymondham_honours_Far_East_prisoners_of_war.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/611008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Wymondham_honours_Far_East_prisoners_of_war.aspx Tue, 18 May 2021 15:00:00 GMT An ecumenical memorial service at St Thomas of Canterbury in Wymondham heard about the ‘shift of mental furniture’ of one Far East prisoner of war. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610982/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Spring_walking_challenge_helps_Norfolk_charities_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610982/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Spring_walking_challenge_helps_Norfolk_charities_to.aspx Tue, 18 May 2021 10:45:00 GMT Representatives of 23 charities gathered at Norwich Cathedral for the launch of a 375-mile fundraising walking challenge. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610910/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Young_family_adds_new_life_to_fountain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610910/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Young_family_adds_new_life_to_fountain.aspx Mon, 17 May 2021 13:00:00 GMT The Fountain of Life Church, Ashill, will soon be welcoming a new curate, Adam Poole, together with his wife Martha, and their daughter Sofia. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610881/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_Johns_Cathedral_welcomes_Mayor_and_Sheriff.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610881/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_Johns_Cathedral_welcomes_Mayor_and_Sheriff.aspx Mon, 17 May 2021 10:00:00 GMT Bishop Alan Hopes of East Anglia welcomed Councillor Vaughan Thomas, the Mayor of Norwich, to a special service for civic leaders at St John’s Cathedral. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610871/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_church_a_beacon_of_light_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610871/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_church_a_beacon_of_light_and.aspx Sun, 16 May 2021 23:00:00 GMT We are all hoping for a better, brighter future as Britain emerges from the pandemic, and Rev Ron Skivington, senior pastor at Stalham Baptist Church, reminds us that the church must provide the faith and hope that society needs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610865/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Winners_named_in_Norfolk_Christian_Youth_League.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610865/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Winners_named_in_Norfolk_Christian_Youth_League.aspx Sat, 15 May 2021 23:00:00 GMT Three of the Norfolk Christian Youth Leagues have completed their football seasons after a lockdown break with winners now decided. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610857/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Church_leaders_support_Norwich_synagogue_hit_by.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610857/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Church_leaders_support_Norwich_synagogue_hit_by.aspx Sat, 15 May 2021 23:00:00 GMT Church ministers have joined other community leaders in expressing support for the Norwich Messianic Jewish Synagogue, which suffered an anti-semitic hate attack last week. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Messianic_synagogue_hit_by_hate_graffiti.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Messianic_synagogue_hit_by_hate_graffiti.aspx Fri, 14 May 2021 11:00:00 GMT A Norwich Messianic Jewish Synagogue, which has been running a foodbank for the last 18 months during lockdowns, has suffered an anti-semitic vandal attack. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610011/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Matthew_Project_to_hold_open_day_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610011/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Matthew_Project_to_hold_open_day_in.aspx Thu, 13 May 2021 09:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project Charity is hosting a day in the Bishop’s garden in Norwich with music, activities for children and refreshments. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610474/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_is_working_in_the_waiting.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610474/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_is_working_in_the_waiting.aspx Tue, 11 May 2021 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley has been spending more time reading God’s word each day, and has been encouraged as a result. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610393/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Dauntless_duo_to_ride_Via_Beata_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610393/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Dauntless_duo_to_ride_Via_Beata_for.aspx Tue, 11 May 2021 11:00:00 GMT John Pinnington, a former headteacher of Notre Dame, is cycling from St David’s to Lowestoft with a friend to raise money for the homelessness project Emmaus. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610240/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Nick_walks_300_000_steps_for_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610240/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Nick_walks_300_000_steps_for_Christian.aspx Mon, 10 May 2021 18:00:00 GMT Rev Nick Garrard is walking 300,000 steps in May to raise money for Christian Aid, and help communities impacted by climate change. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610210/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Ex_RAF_intelligence_officer_is_new_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/610210/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Ex_RAF_intelligence_officer_is_new_Norwich.aspx Sat, 08 May 2021 23:00:00 GMT Former RAF intelligence officer Tom Eagles who, with his wife Charlotte, has planted a church in Coventry, has been appointed as the new vicar at St Thomas Norwich (STN) and the Mitre Benefice in the city. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/609733/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_digging_up_the_roots_is_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/609733/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_digging_up_the_roots_is_the.aspx Wed, 05 May 2021 10:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Jane Walters has been gardening, and reflecting on the need for some radical weeding! http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/609620/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/YMCA_Norfolk_CEO_moves_to_Diocese_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/609620/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/YMCA_Norfolk_CEO_moves_to_Diocese_of.aspx Mon, 03 May 2021 23:00:00 GMT CEO of YMCA Norfolk, Tim Sweeting, has today been named as the new Diocesan Secretary for the Diocese of Norwich - a senior strategic leadership role within the Diocese. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/609460/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_champions_for_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/609460/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_champions_for_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx Mon, 03 May 2021 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League has new champions for the first time since 2016 when the unbeaten top two teams – Eaton Eagles and St John’s - clashed in a final game decider on Saturday May 1. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/609024/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_organises_24_hour.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/609024/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_organises_24_hour.aspx Sat, 01 May 2021 07:30:00 GMT At the end of May Norwich Youth for Christ is putting on a 24-hour Gameathon and raising sponsorship for the ministry. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_charity_founder_talks_of_India_Covid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_charity_founder_talks_of_India_Covid.aspx Fri, 30 Apr 2021 12:00:00 GMT The Norfolk founder of a Christian charity helping vulnerable people in slum communities in south India has spoken of her fears with the rising Covid-19 crisis in the country. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608933/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Virtual_Celebrate_Norfolk_showcase_is_launched.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608933/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Virtual_Celebrate_Norfolk_showcase_is_launched.aspx Wed, 28 Apr 2021 23:00:00 GMT Celebrate Norfolk has launched a virtual showcase of more than a dozen local Christian organisations and churches after the one-day event at The Forum in Norwich in June was cancelled due to the Covid-19 public health restrictions. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Historic_first_ever_female_bishop_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Historic_first_ever_female_bishop_in_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 28 Apr 2021 09:00:00 GMT An historic first-ever female bishop in Norfolk has been named today as the Ven Dr Jane Steen, who is to become the next Bishop of Lynn. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608782/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_following_Christ_is_a_win_win.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608782/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_following_Christ_is_a_win_win.aspx Tue, 27 Apr 2021 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight explains why everyone stands to benefit by following Christ’s teachings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608760/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Spring.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608760/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Spring.aspx Tue, 27 Apr 2021 11:00:00 GMT The Spring edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online, including a special Celebrate Norfolk showcase. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608525/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_nurse_puts_Kenyan_children_back_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608525/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_nurse_puts_Kenyan_children_back_in.aspx Mon, 26 Apr 2021 10:00:00 GMT Kelly Strong, a Registered Nurse living in Dereham, is leading a project to move Kenyan children out of institutions and into families. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608109/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_rector_to_shave_head_for_abuse.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608109/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_rector_to_shave_head_for_abuse.aspx Tue, 20 Apr 2021 23:00:00 GMT A South Norfolk rector is to shave his head to raise awareness and funds to help churches become ever safer and healthier communities and to support abuse survivors By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_believe_in_life_after_death.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_believe_in_life_after_death.aspx Tue, 20 Apr 2021 23:00:00 GMT Following the recent announcement that the coronavirus has now claimed a total of three million deaths worldwide, Philip Young reminds us that Christ’s resurrection brings us all the hope of eternal life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Michael_Gurney_is_appointed_Deputy_Lieutenant_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/608043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Michael_Gurney_is_appointed_Deputy_Lieutenant_of.aspx Tue, 20 Apr 2021 10:00:00 GMT Her Majesty the Queen has approved the appointment of Michael Gurney as a new Deputy Lieutenant for the County of Norfolk. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607814/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Lady_Dannatt_attends_requiem_Mass_for_Prince.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607814/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Lady_Dannatt_attends_requiem_Mass_for_Prince.aspx Thu, 15 Apr 2021 13:00:00 GMT Lady Dannatt, the Lord Lieutenant of Norfolk, joined a requiem Mass for Prince Philip which was celebrated by the Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Alan Hopes, at St John’s Cathedral. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Offer_of_free_Norfolk_Christian_newspapers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Offer_of_free_Norfolk_Christian_newspapers.aspx Thu, 15 Apr 2021 08:00:00 GMT The Spring edition of the popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk will be published at the end of April and free copies are available to churches across the county. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607731/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_monk_in_the_marketplace_publishes_his.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607731/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_monk_in_the_marketplace_publishes_his.aspx Wed, 14 Apr 2021 13:00:00 GMT Ray Simpson, the founding pastor of the ecumenical church in Bowthorpe, has published an autobiography called Monk in the Marketplace. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607726/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Soul_Foundation_passes_a_new_milestone_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607726/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Soul_Foundation_passes_a_new_milestone_with.aspx Wed, 14 Apr 2021 10:00:00 GMT The Norwich-based Soul Foundation has now delivered two million meals since the pandemic began. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607723/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Unexpected_blessings_in_the_wilderness_journey.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607723/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Unexpected_blessings_in_the_wilderness_journey.aspx Tue, 13 Apr 2021 23:00:00 GMT Carol Holmes explains some of the blessings she has discovered during the lockdown wilderness of the last year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Liz_is_new_chair_of_Norfolk_drug.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Liz_is_new_chair_of_Norfolk_drug.aspx Tue, 13 Apr 2021 13:00:00 GMT Liz Wiggins has been appointed as the new chairperson of the Matthew Project, opening a fresh chapter in the history of the Norfolk-based charity. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607573/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_church_projects_receive_part_of_5m.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607573/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_church_projects_receive_part_of_5m.aspx Mon, 12 Apr 2021 13:00:00 GMT Two Norfolk churches and a Christian conference centre have received part of almost 5m worth of government grants to be given out to arts and heritage groups across Norfolk. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607553/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Thomas_takes_200_000_steps_to_place.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607553/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Thomas_takes_200_000_steps_to_place.aspx Mon, 12 Apr 2021 10:00:00 GMT Thomas Abbott, from the Norwich-based charity Care for Children, is walking 200,000 steps to raise money for his charity. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607537/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_pastor_exchanges_letters_with_Prince_Philip.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607537/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_pastor_exchanges_letters_with_Prince_Philip.aspx Sat, 10 Apr 2021 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich church pastor has revealed that he exchanged letters of good wishes with the Duke of Edinburgh while he was being treated at the King Edward VII Hospital in London, less than a month before the Duke’s death on April 9. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607408/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norfolk_church_leaders_pay_tribute_to_Prince.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607408/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norfolk_church_leaders_pay_tribute_to_Prince.aspx Fri, 09 Apr 2021 15:00:00 GMT Church and Christian leaders across Norfolk have been paying their own tributes to His Royal Highness, Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh, following his death at Windsor Castle on Friday morning, at the age of 99. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_homelessness_charity_set_to_reopen_shop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_homelessness_charity_set_to_reopen_shop.aspx Fri, 09 Apr 2021 12:00:00 GMT Homelessness charity Emmaus Norfolk and Waveney is reopening the doors to its popular Ditchingham charity shop after a year-long closure. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607352/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_family_appeal_for_sons_cancer_fight.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607352/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_family_appeal_for_sons_cancer_fight.aspx Fri, 09 Apr 2021 09:00:00 GMT A Norfolk family is appealing for funds to pay for private treatment for a 22-year-man who has terminal cancer and had been given just a few weeks to live. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607279/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_starts_digital_graves_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607279/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_church_starts_digital_graves_project.aspx Wed, 07 Apr 2021 23:00:00 GMT An historic South Norfolk church has embarked on a project to digitize all the information from its graveyard and make it available online. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607255/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_Light_shines_on_in_the_darkness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607255/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_Light_shines_on_in_the_darkness.aspx Wed, 07 Apr 2021 23:00:00 GMT As we move through Easter week, Andy Bryant reflects on the miracle of Christ’s resurrection and reminds us of the hope that it brings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607065/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Wymondham_churches_hold_rule_of_six_witness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607065/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Wymondham_churches_hold_rule_of_six_witness.aspx Sun, 04 Apr 2021 23:00:00 GMT Half a dozen Christians from two Wymondham churches held a socially-distanced Walk of Witness in Wymondham town centre on Good Friday with a large wooden cross. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607044/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Easter_Day_gives_us_hope_for_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607044/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Easter_Day_gives_us_hope_for_the.aspx Sat, 03 Apr 2021 23:00:00 GMT What does the future hold for us asks Dean of Norwich Cathedral, the Very Rev Jane Hedges, in her Easter reflection. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607001/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bishop_of_Norwich_talks_of_hope_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/607001/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bishop_of_Norwich_talks_of_hope_of.aspx Sat, 03 Apr 2021 10:00:00 GMT Writing in the Eastern Daily Press this Easter, the Bishop of Norwich, Graham Usher, talks of the hope of the Easter message which brings hope, joy, peace and abundant life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606786/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Renewal_at_the_Julian_Centre_as_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606786/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Renewal_at_the_Julian_Centre_as_new.aspx Sat, 03 Apr 2021 06:00:00 GMT In spite of the pandemic, the Julian Centre in Norwich is moving steadily forward with plans to create a renewed centre of prayer, education and hospitality as it prepares for the 650th anniversary of the Shewings in 2023. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606950/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Walking_a_long_way_of_the_cross.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606950/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Walking_a_long_way_of_the_cross.aspx Thu, 01 Apr 2021 23:00:00 GMT All of us have been walking a long way of the cross this year, says Bishop Alan Hopes in his Easter reflection. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606949/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_minister_re_discovers_painting_after_70.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606949/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_minister_re_discovers_painting_after_70.aspx Thu, 01 Apr 2021 11:00:00 GMT A Norwich church minister has recently re-discovered a picture he drew almost 70 years ago of The Wondrous Cross, which hung in two churches in Hampshire for many years. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606784/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Four_Norfolk_Christians_recognised_by_the_Queen.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606784/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Four_Norfolk_Christians_recognised_by_the_Queen.aspx Thu, 01 Apr 2021 10:00:00 GMT Four Norfolk Christians have today been recognised by Her Majesty the Queen for their service to the community in the centuries-old Royal Maundy Money tradition. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606743/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2021_22/Norwich_foodbank_marks_a_year_under_Covid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606743/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2021_22/Norwich_foodbank_marks_a_year_under_Covid.aspx Wed, 31 Mar 2021 11:00:00 GMT Norwich foodbank has just marked a full year of delivering emergency food parcels direct to people in need across the city to help them cope with the Covid-19 pandemic. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606738/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_Alan_Hopes_blesses_oils_at_cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606738/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_Alan_Hopes_blesses_oils_at_cathedral.aspx Wed, 31 Mar 2021 10:00:00 GMT As the Rt Rev Alan Hopes, Bishop of East Anglia, blessed the oils at the Chrism Mass, he spoke of how they were a powerful sign of the Lord’s presence among us. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606722/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/An_opportunity_to_refurbish_our_lives.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606722/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/An_opportunity_to_refurbish_our_lives.aspx Tue, 30 Mar 2021 23:00:00 GMT As she watches the house next door being re-furbished, Anna Heydon questions whether we should take the opportunity to refurbish our lives as our lifestyle starts to resume. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606542/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Thetford_foodbank_launches_appeal_to_buy_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606542/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Thetford_foodbank_launches_appeal_to_buy_new.aspx Mon, 29 Mar 2021 10:00:00 GMT Thetford foodbank has launched an appeal to raise 25,000 by Easter Sunday, to help purchase a new and permanent base. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606414/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_climate_activists_back_Bill.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606414/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_climate_activists_back_Bill.aspx Fri, 26 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT St Francis Church, Heartsease, Norwich, took part in the banner drop and twitter storm in support of the Climate and Emergency Bill earlier today http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606360/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_Andrew_s_to_hold_Maundy_Thursday.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606360/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_Andrew_s_to_hold_Maundy_Thursday.aspx Fri, 26 Mar 2021 11:00:00 GMT St Andrew’s Church in Norwich city centre is inviting workers in the City to a lunchtime Maundy Thursday service next to Cinema City in St Andrew’s Street. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606344/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_YMCA_Community_Hub_in_Norwich_dedicated.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606344/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_YMCA_Community_Hub_in_Norwich_dedicated.aspx Thu, 25 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT A new YMCA Norfolk Community Hub on Aylsham Road in Norwich has been dedicated by the Bishop of Norwich in the run-up to its grand opening. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606258/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_League_set_to_resume_season.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606258/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_League_set_to_resume_season.aspx Thu, 25 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League has announced that it will resume its season, in line with the easing of Government Covid-19 restrictions, from Saturday April 10. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606219/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Reflecting_on_a_year_of_Covid_pandemic.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606219/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Reflecting_on_a_year_of_Covid_pandemic.aspx Wed, 24 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk County Council Chaplain, Rev Dr Liviu Barbu, reflects on a year of the Covid-19 pandemic, its victims and those bereaved and otherwise affected. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606160/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_difference_an_act_of_kindness_can.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606160/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_difference_an_act_of_kindness_can.aspx Wed, 24 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Ruth Lilley was inspired by a simple act of kindness by a child playing a game. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606054/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Bobs_dedication_saved_Norfolk_church_and_paintings.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/606054/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Bobs_dedication_saved_Norfolk_church_and_paintings.aspx Tue, 23 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT A forgotten and derelict Norfolk church – and its extraordinary wall paintings – was saved by the dedication of retired agricultural engineer Bob Davey, who has died aged 91. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605949/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Cash_boost_for_dozen_historic_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605949/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Cash_boost_for_dozen_historic_Norfolk_churches.aspx Sun, 21 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT A dozen historic Norfolk churches have benefited to the tune of 67,000 for vital repairs thanks to the latest round of grants from the Norfolk Churches Trust. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605721/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_poet_and_priest_gives_title_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605721/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_poet_and_priest_gives_title_to.aspx Thu, 18 Mar 2021 13:20:00 GMT The poet Robert Southwell, who was born just outside Norwich, has provided the title for an online exhibition recalling martyrs from England and Wales. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Hamish_gets_the_band_back_together_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Hamish_gets_the_band_back_together_for.aspx Wed, 17 Mar 2021 10:00:00 GMT In 1991 Hamish MacQueen launched a rock band called Revelation from his Mum’s bungalow in North Walsham. Thirty years on, they have released a new album. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605592/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Tribute_paid_to_Norwich_FGB_Vice_President.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605592/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Tribute_paid_to_Norwich_FGB_Vice_President.aspx Wed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Norwich FGB Vice President and carpenter Tim Arnold has died at the age of 70. Branch President Barrie Lawrence pays tribute. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605587/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_will_our_legacy_look_like.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605587/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_will_our_legacy_look_like.aspx Wed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Jane Walters urges us to consider what imprint we will leave on the next generation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605521/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Quiet_Waters_retreat_house_set_to_reopen.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605521/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Quiet_Waters_retreat_house_set_to_reopen.aspx Tue, 16 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT Quiet Waters Christian Retreat House on the Norfolk/Suffolk border is now taking provisional bookings from May 17th and is advertising for a married couple to join its team. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605458/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_schoolboy_became_a_martyr_in_Zimbabwe.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605458/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_schoolboy_became_a_martyr_in_Zimbabwe.aspx Tue, 16 Mar 2021 11:00:00 GMT John Bradburne, the Norfolk schoolboy who became a Franciscan missionary and martyr, is having his centenary marked this year with 100 days of poetry readings. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605366/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_discovers_youthwork_done.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605366/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_discovers_youthwork_done.aspx Mon, 15 Mar 2021 10:00:00 GMT Nick Blanch, Director of Norwich Youth for Christ, invites you to a digital showcase of Christian youthwork in times of pandemic. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605362/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/The_influence_and_power_of_the_local.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605362/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/The_influence_and_power_of_the_local.aspx Mon, 15 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Our society seems to be changing at a hectic pace, especially as we start to emerge from the pandemic restrictions, and church leader Ian Savory believes that the local church has an important role to play in influencing that change. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605023/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_barn_is_focus_for_creative_Christianity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605023/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Norfolk_barn_is_focus_for_creative_Christianity.aspx Sat, 13 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT A barn in rural South Norfolk is a thriving focus for the arts and creative Christian spirituality, as well as a recording studio and a craft centre, all run by an ordained couple. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605240/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Tributes_to_well_loved_Norfolk_doctor_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605240/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Tributes_to_well_loved_Norfolk_doctor_and.aspx Fri, 12 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT The Church Times has paid tribute to Dr Herbert Karrach, who for 25 years was a minister at Snettisham, and died recently in Nepal aged 96. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605013/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Seven_truths_and_the_greatest_gift.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/605013/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Seven_truths_and_the_greatest_gift.aspx Thu, 11 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor James Knight presents us with seven fundamental truths that he has discovered in the bible. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/604815/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_domestic_abuse_programme_shortlisted_for_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/604815/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_domestic_abuse_programme_shortlisted_for_award.aspx Tue, 09 Mar 2021 10:55:00 GMT A local domestic abuse project of the UK charity Spurgeons, Norwich Connect, was recently shortlisted for an Early Intervention Award. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/604800/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Janet_wants_to_help_children_on_learning.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/604800/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Janet_wants_to_help_children_on_learning.aspx Tue, 09 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT The former Head of Schools and Family Learning at Norwich Cathedral has turned her hand to creative collective worship, workshops and storytelling both in person and online since her retirement last year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/604740/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Think_about_others_rather_than_getting_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/604740/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Think_about_others_rather_than_getting_the.aspx Mon, 08 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT With vaccinations providing a way to help end the Covid-19 pandemic, Rev Andy Bryant addresses those who are not so sure about having the jab and asks them to consider other people as well as themselves. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/604624/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Family_pay_tribute_to_heroic_Norwich_nurse.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/604624/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Family_pay_tribute_to_heroic_Norwich_nurse.aspx Fri, 05 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT Touching family tributes were paid today to city nurse, mother and Cathedral steward Estrella Catalan, at her funeral Mass at St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/604550/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Vigil_for_nurse_Estrella_at_St_John.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/604550/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Vigil_for_nurse_Estrella_at_St_John.aspx Thu, 04 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT An all-night prayer vigil and Mass is taking place at St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich tonight for city nurse, mother and Cathedral steward Estrella Catalan, who died from Covid-19 on February 5 at the Norfolk and Norwich hospital where she worked By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/604434/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_student_to_climb_Mount_Kilimanjaro_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/604434/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_student_to_climb_Mount_Kilimanjaro_for.aspx Thu, 04 Mar 2021 10:00:00 GMT Julia Hull from St George’s parish in Sprowston, Norwich will be climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania in summer 2022 to raise money for charity. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/604367/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_ecological_crisis_is_a_spiritual_crisis.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/604367/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_ecological_crisis_is_a_spiritual_crisis.aspx Wed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Following the appointment of the Bishop of Norwich, Graham Usher, to lead the Church of England’s Environment Programme, and in particular the areas of climate change and biodiversity loss, Philip Young explains why these matters should concern us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/604260/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Trust_welcomes_extension_to_VAT_tax_concession.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/604260/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Trust_welcomes_extension_to_VAT_tax_concession.aspx Mon, 01 Mar 2021 11:00:00 GMT Norfolk Churches Trust has warmly welcomed an extension to a VAT tax concession until March 2022. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_churchs_year_of_family_food_initiatives.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_churchs_year_of_family_food_initiatives.aspx Mon, 01 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Teaming up with supermarket Morrisons to deliver pizza-making kits to local families in Catton, Norwich, over half-term, was just the latest in a pandemic-long series of initiatives by Oak Grove Community Church to help vulnerable people. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603903/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_of_Norwich_to_lead_church_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603903/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_of_Norwich_to_lead_church_on.aspx Thu, 25 Feb 2021 09:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, Graham Usher, has accepted the invitation of the Archbishop of Canterbury to lead the Church of England’s Environment Programme with a charge to tackle the grave existential crises of climate change and biodiversity loss. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_of_Truro_to_speak_on_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_of_Truro_to_speak_on_Christian.aspx Wed, 24 Feb 2021 10:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Truro, Rt Rev Philip Mounstephen, will be speaking about the persecution of Christians in an online lecture at UEA. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603873/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Dippy_the_dinosaur_given_new_Norwich_dates.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603873/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Dippy_the_dinosaur_given_new_Norwich_dates.aspx Wed, 24 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT The nation’s favourite dinosaur is preparing to head to Norwich Cathedral this summer, following the Government’s new Covid-19 roadmap announcement on Monday. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603867/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Trusting_God_in_the_wilderness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603867/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Trusting_God_in_the_wilderness.aspx Wed, 24 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT As we start our journey through Lent, Suzanne Cooke urges us to take inspiration from the psalms and get closer to God through our wilderness experiences. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603626/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Covid_19_emergency_grants_to_28_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603626/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Covid_19_emergency_grants_to_28_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 23 Feb 2021 12:00:00 GMT Emergency repair grants of more than half a million pounds have been awarded to 28 historic churches in Norfolk. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603632/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Covid_19_leads_to_more_Norfolk_foodbank.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603632/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Covid_19_leads_to_more_Norfolk_foodbank.aspx Mon, 22 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Foodbanks across Norfolk have seen large increases in the numbers of families needing crisis food support during the Covid-19 pandemic. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603492/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/South_Norfolk_church_hands_out_family_lunch.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603492/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/South_Norfolk_church_hands_out_family_lunch.aspx Fri, 19 Feb 2021 12:00:00 GMT Members at Carleton Rode Baptist church in South Norfolk handed out 260 lunch packs as well as 50 family wellness packs during the school half-term break. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603396/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Pandemic_is_ideal_time_to_launch_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603396/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Pandemic_is_ideal_time_to_launch_church.aspx Thu, 18 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT The young couple behind a new church in Thetford say a pandemic is the ideal time to plant a new congregation as this should be the time that churches are actually made for. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603378/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_St_Johns_Cathedral_offers_Lent_reflections.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603378/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_St_Johns_Cathedral_offers_Lent_reflections.aspx Thu, 18 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Catholic Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich will be offering series of Lenten meditations on its Facebook page to guide people through Lent. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/True_salvation_or_just_a_shot_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/True_salvation_or_just_a_shot_in.aspx Wed, 17 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant is looking forward to an easing of Covid restrictions, but believes that the Church will face many more challenges in the coming months and years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603138/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_charity_comforts_the_dying_in_Ethiopia.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603138/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_charity_comforts_the_dying_in_Ethiopia.aspx Tue, 16 Feb 2021 11:00:00 GMT Ethiopia has one hospice for a population of 112 million. Half of its funding comes from a charity led by Sue Mumford, a nurse who lives in north Norfolk. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603026/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Simon_speaks_at_Norfolk_mental_health_conference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/603026/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Simon_speaks_at_Norfolk_mental_health_conference.aspx Sun, 14 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian TV presenter Simon Thomas, who faced his own battle with mental ill health following the death of his wife in 2017, has urged people not to "suffer in silence". By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602899/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Barries_tale_of_a_modern_day_miracle.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602899/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Barries_tale_of_a_modern_day_miracle.aspx Fri, 12 Feb 2021 12:00:00 GMT Norwich FGB President Barrie Lawrence has spoken in a Facebook video about a modern-day #miracle: a friend receiving his full vision after not being able to read! Click here to see more. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602821/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_Together_tackle_vaccination_concerns.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602821/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_Together_tackle_vaccination_concerns.aspx Fri, 12 Feb 2021 10:00:00 GMT Churches Together in England are running webinars to address resistance to vaccination among Christian communities. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602690/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Death_of_North_Walsham_Congregational_minister.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602690/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Death_of_North_Walsham_Congregational_minister.aspx Fri, 12 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Reverend Richard Woodhouse, of North Walsham Congregational Church, died unexpectedly at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital on January 12. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602626/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_synagogue_launches_appeal_for_outreach_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602626/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_synagogue_launches_appeal_for_outreach_and.aspx Thu, 11 Feb 2021 12:00:00 GMT ADAT Yeshua Messianic Synagogue in Norwich has launched a 150,000 extension appeal, to grow its social outreach and training. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602306/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_hospital_chaplain_answers_Covid_19_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602306/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_hospital_chaplain_answers_Covid_19_appeal.aspx Tue, 09 Feb 2021 12:00:00 GMT A Norwich hospital chaplain has responded to the call for former NHS staff to return to help during the Covid-19 pandemic, 20 years after he was last part of the hospital chaplaincy team. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_devoted_Norwich_nurse_after_Covid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_devoted_Norwich_nurse_after_Covid.aspx Mon, 08 Feb 2021 16:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to devoted Norwich nurse, mother and Catholic Cathedral steward Estrella Catalan, who died last Friday at the Norfolk and Norwich hospital where she worked, after a month-long battle against Covid-19. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Be_content_to_let_Jesus_take_control.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Be_content_to_let_Jesus_take_control.aspx Mon, 08 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere Smith has discovered the source of true contentment. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_YMCA_community_hub_in_Norwich_is.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_YMCA_community_hub_in_Norwich_is.aspx Fri, 05 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Construction of the new YMCA Norfolk community hub on Aylsham Road in Norwich has been completed ready for fitting-out for a Spring 2021 opening. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602051/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ambulance_chaplains_daunting_role_in_pandemic.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/602051/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ambulance_chaplains_daunting_role_in_pandemic.aspx Thu, 04 Feb 2021 12:00:00 GMT Chaplaincy within the Ambulance Service is a challenging and demanding role to fulfil in normal circumstances but during the Covid-19 pandemic it has become more daunting says Lynda Logan, Lead Chaplain to the East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601841/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Walking_with_Jesus_eases_the_burden.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601841/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Walking_with_Jesus_eases_the_burden.aspx Wed, 03 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley explains that there is a better way to cope with life’s problems. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601768/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Yarmouth_teacher_and_football_chaplain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601768/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Yarmouth_teacher_and_football_chaplain.aspx Tue, 02 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to Reverend Arthur Bowles, retired teacher and former chaplain of Norwich City FC and Great Yarmouth Town FC, who died of a heart attack on January 19 at the age of 84. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601703/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Quiet_Waters_Christian_Retreat_launches_100_000.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601703/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Quiet_Waters_Christian_Retreat_launches_100_000.aspx Mon, 01 Feb 2021 10:00:00 GMT Quiet Waters Christian Retreat in Bungay is organising a day of prayer on the future of the centre and appealing for 100,000 for essential repairs. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601699/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_N_Norfolk_teacher_and_lay.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601699/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_N_Norfolk_teacher_and_lay.aspx Mon, 01 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to lay minister Sue Ling, a retired teacher and musician from Mundesley, who has died aged 83. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600261/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_health_chaplain_to_lead_online_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600261/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_health_chaplain_to_lead_online_prayer.aspx Sat, 30 Jan 2021 19:00:00 GMT Rev Helen Garrard, Lead Chaplain for Norfolk Community Health and Care is holding a weekly two-hour online prayer meeting following on from a 24-hour prayer vigil for all NHS acute and community services and other care providers. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601590/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_not_exercise_your_sense_of_humour.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601590/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_not_exercise_your_sense_of_humour.aspx Fri, 29 Jan 2021 18:00:00 GMT It has been said that God loves to hear His people laugh, and Jane Walters is encouraging us to find ways to bring more laughter into our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601383/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Face_to_face_conferences_will_be_back.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601383/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Face_to_face_conferences_will_be_back.aspx Thu, 28 Jan 2021 12:00:00 GMT A recent survey by Belsey Bridge Conference Centre near the Norfolk/Suffolk border has revealed that 91% of their customers say they do not believe that video conferencing will replace face-to-face contact. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Holocaust_Day_asks_can_we_bring_light.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Holocaust_Day_asks_can_we_bring_light.aspx Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:00:00 GMT To Mark Holocaust Memorial Day on January 27, Norfolk County Council Chaplain, Rev Dr Liviu Barbu, reflects on being the light in the darkness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Retiring_Bishop_of_Lynn_looks_back_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Retiring_Bishop_of_Lynn_looks_back_in.aspx Wed, 27 Jan 2021 10:00:00 GMT The Rt Revd Jonathan Meyrick, Bishop of Lynn, retired at the weekend. The Diocese of Norwich arranged an interview with him, in which he shared some of the highlights of his role. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/A_growing_realisation_of_our_need_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/A_growing_realisation_of_our_need_for.aspx Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT James Knight offers an explanation as to why the apostle Paul is often so self-deprecating when describing his own sinfulness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601306/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Cathedral_memorial_for_1_000_Covid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601306/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Cathedral_memorial_for_1_000_Covid.aspx Tue, 26 Jan 2021 12:00:00 GMT A poignant memorial inside Norwich Anglican Cathedral bears silent witness to the more than 1,000 people who have now died from Covid-19 across Norfolk. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601275/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_s_trail_blazing_architect_awarded_MBE.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601275/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_s_trail_blazing_architect_awarded_MBE.aspx Tue, 26 Jan 2021 09:00:00 GMT Norfolk-based architect David Thompson was recently awarded an MBE by the Queen for his services to architecture and to the community. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601145/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolk_churches_urged_to_get_out_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601145/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolk_churches_urged_to_get_out_and.aspx Sun, 24 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT Ex-forest ranger Charlie Houlder-Moat wants to encourage churches across Norfolk to get outside and get wild, as part of her developing Wild Church Norfolk ministry, http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601062/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Thanking_God_for_the_windows.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/601062/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Thanking_God_for_the_windows.aspx Sat, 23 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT We are all finding the lockdown restrictions tough, but Anna Heydon explains how we can have a positive response. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600741/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_appoints_new_lead_pastor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600741/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_appoints_new_lead_pastor.aspx Thu, 21 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Elim Pentecostal One Church Norwich (ONE) has appointed Sam Collinson as its new Lead Pastor, 18 months after its former pastors, Dominic and Catherine De Souza, transferred to Wales. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600689/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Let_us_cultivate_an_attitude_of_gratitude.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600689/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Let_us_cultivate_an_attitude_of_gratitude.aspx Wed, 20 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT In a week which started with “Blue Monday”, supposedly the most miserable day of the year, Andrew Frere-Smith reminds us to count our blessings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600566/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Church_is_a_beacon_of_hope_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600566/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Church_is_a_beacon_of_hope_in.aspx Mon, 18 Jan 2021 12:00:00 GMT From care for the homeless to a drive-in Christingle, St Mary’s Watton has found imaginative ways to keep serving its local community. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600600/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_manager_at_Norfolk_Christian_activity_centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600600/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_manager_at_Norfolk_Christian_activity_centre.aspx Mon, 18 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Horstead Centre are pleased to announce that Will Mills has been appointed as the full time centre manager. The centre is busy planning some one-off activity days after lockdown. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600377/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Can_we_follow_the_truth_in_2021.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600377/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Can_we_follow_the_truth_in_2021.aspx Sat, 16 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT Philip Young describes some of the challenges facing the new American President – challenges which we all need to face. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600117/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Sound_repairs_help_Christmas_Masses_reach_thousands.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600117/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Sound_repairs_help_Christmas_Masses_reach_thousands.aspx Thu, 14 Jan 2021 12:00:00 GMT St John’s Catholic Cathedral in Norwich welcomed around 1800 socially-distanced worshippers over its 17 Christmas Masses and many more online after some emergency work on its sound system, which completely failed on Christmas Eve. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Unity_Prayer_Week_events_across_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Unity_Prayer_Week_events_across_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 13 Jan 2021 12:00:00 GMT The annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2021 takes place next week (January 18-25) including initiatives in Norwich, King’s Lynn, Long Stratton, Poringland and Watton. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599689/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedral_suspends_worship_in_public.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599689/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedral_suspends_worship_in_public.aspx Wed, 13 Jan 2021 12:00:00 GMT The Chapter of Norwich's Anglican Cathedral has decided to suspend public worship from Wednesday 13 January due to the current situation with regard to the Covid-19 pandemic. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600014/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Inspiration_from_a_year_most_of_us.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/600014/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Inspiration_from_a_year_most_of_us.aspx Wed, 13 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT Keith Morris finds some inspiration from 2020 - a year that most of us will want to forget. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/90_of_Norfolk_Anglican_churches_go_online.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/90_of_Norfolk_Anglican_churches_go_online.aspx Sun, 10 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has said that 90% of churches across the Diocese of Norwich will take their services online-only during the current third national lockdown, despite government regulations allowing them to remain open for public worship. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599755/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Embrace_hope_says_East_Anglia_Methodist_Chair.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599755/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Embrace_hope_says_East_Anglia_Methodist_Chair.aspx Fri, 08 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT In his new year message, Chair of the Methodist Church East Anglia District, Rev Julian Pursehouse, says that this is a time to embrace and embody hope. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599484/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Wymondham_churchs_work_honoured_in_awards.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599484/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Wymondham_churchs_work_honoured_in_awards.aspx Wed, 06 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT Hope Community Church in Wymondham is celebrating two awards in the recent South Norfolk Community Awards 2020 - the Lifetime Community Hero for Elisabeth Louis and runner-up in the Community Group of the Year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599422/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Call_to_Prayer_discipleship_course_is_bearing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599422/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Call_to_Prayer_discipleship_course_is_bearing.aspx Tue, 05 Jan 2021 12:00:00 GMT A new term of the Call to Prayer discipleship course begins this week, looking at how to bear fruit by putting our calling into practice. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Heading_for_the_Promised_Land.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Heading_for_the_Promised_Land.aspx Tue, 05 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT Margaret Whitaker wonders whether we will return to all our frantic busy-ness when we emerge from lockdown. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Walking_quiz_to_turn_Norwich_churchyards_into.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Walking_quiz_to_turn_Norwich_churchyards_into.aspx Mon, 04 Jan 2021 12:00:00 GMT The Norwich Historic Churches Trust has created a walking quiz to raise money for its project to plant up churchyards only using plants available before 1500. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599369/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_could_lose_tax_concession.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599369/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_could_lose_tax_concession.aspx Mon, 04 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT A 20-year tax “concession” to help meet repair costs of places of worship could be lost from April, a leading Norfolk church conservation charity has warned. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599247/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norfolk_dentist_Barries_book_published_in_Iran.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599247/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norfolk_dentist_Barries_book_published_in_Iran.aspx Thu, 31 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT A book about the life of a former Norfolk dentist, now an author and chairman of the FGB in both Norwich and the UK, has been translated into Farsi (Persian) for an Iranian audience. Barrie Lawrence tells how it happened. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599223/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/New_Thetford_church_helps_vulnerable_families.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599223/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/New_Thetford_church_helps_vulnerable_families.aspx Thu, 31 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT A new Thetford church, launched during the pandemic, has boxes and boxes of children’s clothes which it wants help to give to vulnerable families in the town. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Emmaus_creates_home_for_ten_vulnerable_people.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Emmaus_creates_home_for_ten_vulnerable_people.aspx Wed, 30 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT Emmaus Norfolk and Waveney can now offer a home to more vulnerable people thanks to the creation of ten new bedrooms at its community in Ditchingham, South Norfolk. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Gorleston_church_puts_on_Christmas_dinner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Gorleston_church_puts_on_Christmas_dinner.aspx Tue, 29 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT St Mary Magdalene in Gorleston put on a socially-distanced Christmas Day lunch for those who would otherwise have been alone. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599120/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bright_hope_for_tomorrow.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/599120/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Bright_hope_for_tomorrow.aspx Mon, 28 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT As we approach the start of another year, Andrew Frere-Smith reminds us of the importance of hope for the new year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598676/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_Christian_charitys_Christmas_hamper_gifts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598676/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_Christian_charitys_Christmas_hamper_gifts.aspx Sun, 27 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT In the lead-up to Christmas Norfolk Christian charity ENYP has been working to distribute thousands of food and toy hampers to vulnerable families. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598956/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Salvation_Army_helps_6_700_people_across.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598956/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Salvation_Army_helps_6_700_people_across.aspx Sat, 26 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army has shared Christmas joy with 6,766 vulnerable people across Norfolk, including 3,810 children who will have presents to open on Christmas Day thanks to its annual Toys and Tins Appeal. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598954/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Christmas_is_a_powerful_season_says_Bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598954/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Christmas_is_a_powerful_season_says_Bishop.aspx Thu, 24 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT The Catholic Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Alan Hopes, reflects on a powerful season for human beings in his Christmas message. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598939/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Merry_Christmas_Or_still_stuck_in_Lent.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598939/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Merry_Christmas_Or_still_stuck_in_Lent.aspx Wed, 23 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant reminds us that the first Christmas was also a time of great hardship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598889/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_give_hampers_to_NHS_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598889/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_give_hampers_to_NHS_and.aspx Tue, 22 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT Gateway Vineyard church in Norwich and Beccles has teamed up with a number of local agencies to make sure almost 200 hampers packed with food and toys find their way to vulnerable families and deserving NHS workers this Christmas. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598868/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_lifeline_for_those_in_debt.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598868/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_lifeline_for_those_in_debt.aspx Tue, 22 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT Surrey Chapel is giving out Christmas hampers to families and individuals in need, through its Debt Centre, to support them over the festive period. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598136/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Young_mum_Samara_s_life_changing_Syria.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598136/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Young_mum_Samara_s_life_changing_Syria.aspx Sun, 20 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT Young mother Samara Levy’s desire to help war-weary Syrians has propelled her on a life-changing journey amid danger and poverty. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598124/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/John_was_the_first_Norfolk_master_beekeeper.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598124/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/John_was_the_first_Norfolk_master_beekeeper.aspx Sat, 19 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk’s first-ever master beekeeper is also a master of publishing as the treasurer of a successful church magazine for several South Norfolk villages. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598807/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Network_Norfolk_man_lights_up_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598807/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Network_Norfolk_man_lights_up_Christmas.aspx Fri, 18 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT A member of the Network Norfolk editorial team is bringing some festive joy to his neighbourhood by decorating his house and garden with thousands of Christmas lights. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_offers_bursaries_for_young_missionaries.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_offers_bursaries_for_young_missionaries.aspx Thu, 17 Dec 2020 16:00:00 GMT The Way church in Hunstanton has created a bursary scheme to help Christian students in Norfolk get experience of foreign mission. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598225/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Honest_conversations_during_challenging_times.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598225/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Honest_conversations_during_challenging_times.aspx Wed, 16 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham Usher, outlines how, in an extraordinary year, the Diocese of Norwich is facing up to its own challenges. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_musician_whispers_a_message_of_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_musician_whispers_a_message_of_hope.aspx Wed, 16 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT Professional Norfolk composer and producer Roger Mayor, has released a new double CD of music, words and hope, despite living with cancer for the past decade. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598424/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Waterways_Chaplain_gets_to_the_teeth_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598424/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/Waterways_Chaplain_gets_to_the_teeth_of.aspx Wed, 16 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT Dental skills turned out to be an unexpected way in as Mike Cadman found his sea legs as a Waterways Chaplain. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598419/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Charity_shows_we_all_deserve_a_place.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598419/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Charity_shows_we_all_deserve_a_place.aspx Wed, 16 Dec 2020 09:00:00 GMT A short film highlighting homelessness in Norwich has been released to the soundtrack of ‘Home is Your Shoulder’ a new single by local songwriter artist Holly Lerski. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_Light_of_the_World_is_still.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_Light_of_the_World_is_still.aspx Wed, 16 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT In this year of turmoil, Ruth Lilley finds comfort in the familiarity of the Christmas story. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_broadcaster_recalls_Christmas_at_the_BBC.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_broadcaster_recalls_Christmas_at_the_BBC.aspx Tue, 15 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT Former BBC Radio Norfolk broadcaster Tony Mallion recalls some memorable moments from Christmas carol and other services over the years while also looking ahead to life after lockdown. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598117/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Priests_praise_after_five_week_Norfolk_Covid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598117/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Priests_praise_after_five_week_Norfolk_Covid.aspx Mon, 14 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT A Catholic priest who spent more than five weeks in critical care at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in King’s Lynn, due to Covid-19, has praised the efforts of doctors and nurses, as well as two church ministers, for helping him to pull through. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_lets_the_sound_of_celebration_ring.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_lets_the_sound_of_celebration_ring.aspx Mon, 14 Dec 2020 10:50:00 GMT Whether in the church building itself or in the churchyard, in a car park or a community garden, churches across Norfolk are going ahead with Christmas services this year. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598149/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_founder_helps_children_in_the_worlds.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598149/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_founder_helps_children_in_the_worlds.aspx Mon, 14 Dec 2020 09:00:00 GMT A child out of school is a child on a highway to nowhere. That is the stark reality which many have glimpsed for the first time, thanks to Covid-19. It is also the reality which stirred Norfolk-based Tom Dannatt to create the charity Street Child. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598146/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Car_park_carol_service_at_Sheringham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/598146/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Car_park_carol_service_at_Sheringham_church.aspx Mon, 14 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT The threat of rain and wind did not deter members of Lighthouse Community Church as they gathered in the church car park on Sunday afternoon for an open-air carol service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597946/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Bishop_Graham_answers_ecumenical_questions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597946/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Bishop_Graham_answers_ecumenical_questions.aspx Thu, 10 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT Bishop of Norwich Graham Usher answered questions from an ecumenical gathering of church ministers and leaders at a Transforming Norwich online meeting last week. Hear what he had to say. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597889/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Winter_Good.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597889/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Winter_Good.aspx Thu, 10 Dec 2020 09:00:00 GMT The Winter edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561256/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/South_Norfolk_churchs_huge_Advent_calendar.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561256/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/South_Norfolk_churchs_huge_Advent_calendar.aspx Wed, 09 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT A huge Advent calendar and a life-sized Nativity Tableau have been set up at a South Norfolk chapel and passers-by can watch each day as a new window is opened. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597796/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Light_shining_in_the_darkness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597796/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Light_shining_in_the_darkness.aspx Wed, 09 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT The Christmas lights that are now appearing in shops and houses have been reminding Jane Walters of the need for some light in our lives, especially when times are darker than usual. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597769/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_to_host_city_centre_carols.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597769/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_to_host_city_centre_carols.aspx Tue, 08 Dec 2020 16:00:00 GMT Norwich city centre church St Andrew’s will be hosting a lunchtime carol service, providing some seasonal sounds for the business community. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597548/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Christmas_is_a_time_of_Hope_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597548/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Christmas_is_a_time_of_Hope_and.aspx Mon, 07 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT Ron Skivington reminds us of the gifts we will all be offered this Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597418/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_share_bike_ride_funding_boost.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597418/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_share_bike_ride_funding_boost.aspx Sat, 05 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT Eight churches across Norfolk will share 25,500 in the latest grants from the Norfolk Churches Trust, made possible by a record-breaking 170,000 raised by the annual Churches Bike Ride in September. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597079/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Toys_and_tins_appeal_for_vulnerable_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597079/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Toys_and_tins_appeal_for_vulnerable_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 04 Dec 2020 17:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army’s Toys and Tins Appeal across Norfolk has seen a 37 per cent increase in referrals for vulnerable children from social services, schools and support groups with more expected before Christmas. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597345/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_climate_activists_plan_vigil_on_Millennium.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597345/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_climate_activists_plan_vigil_on_Millennium.aspx Fri, 04 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT On the anniversary of the Paris Agreement Christian climate activists in Norwich are set to stage a 12-hour vigil outside St Peter Mancroft. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596868/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_Norfolk_to_house_two_extra_rough.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596868/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_Norfolk_to_house_two_extra_rough.aspx Thu, 03 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT New emergency accommodation for an extra two young rough sleepers has been provided in Norwich by YMCA Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597192/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_looks_at_cuts_as_Covid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597192/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_looks_at_cuts_as_Covid.aspx Thu, 03 Dec 2020 10:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich is facing a significant fall in parish income in the light of Covid-19 and has announced a review which aims to cut costs and reduce both clergy numbers and the number of churches open for regular worship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597122/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Appeal_after_Covid_19_causes_biggest_challenge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597122/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Appeal_after_Covid_19_causes_biggest_challenge.aspx Wed, 02 Dec 2020 21:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project says that 2020 is one of the most challenging years it has ever faced due to the Covid-19 pandemic and a real increase in mental health issues and substance misuse especially alcohol abuse. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596870/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League_set_to_resume.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596870/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League_set_to_resume.aspx Wed, 02 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League adult and three youth leagues are set to resume after its lockdown 2.0 break, on Saturday December 5. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597187/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Be_positive_when_reaching_out.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/597187/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Be_positive_when_reaching_out.aspx Wed, 02 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT As James Knight recalls his own journey to faith, he urges us to adopt a positive approach when sharing your beliefs with others. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596917/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_pebble_pledge_project_to_usher_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596917/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_pebble_pledge_project_to_usher_in.aspx Wed, 02 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT A different look at the bible story of the feeding of the 5000 has sparked an idea for an art installation at Norwich Cathedral whereby people decorate a pebble and make a pledge to live differently. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596841/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Roy_aims_for_a_meal_a_mile.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596841/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Roy_aims_for_a_meal_a_mile.aspx Tue, 01 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT Roy Roberts, a member of St Stephens Church in Norwich, will be running 300 miles during December raise money for free meals. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596792/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Whispers_of_God_at_Norwich_Youth_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596792/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Whispers_of_God_at_Norwich_Youth_for.aspx Tue, 01 Dec 2020 09:55:00 GMT Nick Blanch, Director of Norwich Youth for Christ, had a moment recently when he realised that God was speaking. He shares how this is just one of many encouraging signs. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596776/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Renowned_Norfolk_evangelist_and_author.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596776/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Renowned_Norfolk_evangelist_and_author.aspx Mon, 30 Nov 2020 12:00:00 GMT Renowned Norfolk evangelist, author and businessman John Wright died peacefully on Sunday night. Colleague and friend Barrie Lawrence pays tribute. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Government_wants_views_of_Norfolk_faith_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Government_wants_views_of_Norfolk_faith_community.aspx Mon, 30 Nov 2020 12:00:00 GMT The UK Government wants to engage with faith groups in England and has asked for the views of people of faith, church leaders and public servants, among others, to help it decide the best way forward. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596670/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Reaching_out_to_the_lonely.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596670/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Reaching_out_to_the_lonely.aspx Mon, 30 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton feels we could be doing more to engage with others at this time, and wonders whether we can learn from other, not necessarily Christian, organisations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596056/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Trish_offers_more_ways_to_send_shoebox.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/596056/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Trish_offers_more_ways_to_send_shoebox.aspx Fri, 27 Nov 2020 09:00:00 GMT As Samaritans Purse celebrates a record year for creating shoeboxes for children online, Trish Ellse from Alive Church in Wymondham encourages churches to get involved. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/595996/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mentors_help_ex_offenders_settle_into_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/595996/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mentors_help_ex_offenders_settle_into_community.aspx Thu, 26 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT The Annual Meeting of Community Chaplaincy Norfolk (CCN) was held yesterday and shared news of the 57 people supported by the charity this year on release from prison. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/595958/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Knowing_God_s_presence_through_the_hard.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/595958/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Knowing_God_s_presence_through_the_hard.aspx Thu, 26 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Suzanne Cooke has been reflecting on how rapidly political climates can change, and how such changes in 1930’s Europe prompted a young Dutch woman to take action. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/595875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_church_leaders_move_into_new_role.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/595875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_church_leaders_move_into_new_role.aspx Wed, 25 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Leaders of Beacon church Jonathan and Paige Squirrell are stepping down from their role at the end of this year to work in a freelance capacity to equip people for Christian ministry. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/595152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_s_prayer_ministry_pioneer_shares_insights.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/595152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_s_prayer_ministry_pioneer_shares_insights.aspx Tue, 24 Nov 2020 10:00:00 GMT Robbie Bain, who has played a leading role in developing prayer ministry at Light House in Norwich, has brought out a new book through Call to Prayer about healing and wholeness. Gail Halley reports. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590535/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/_43k_raised_so_far_to_save.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590535/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/_43k_raised_so_far_to_save.aspx Mon, 23 Nov 2020 10:00:00 GMT A crowdfunding page has raised over 43k to enable Mid-Norfolk conference centre Letton Hall to continue serving the Christian community after lockdown. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/594111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Matts_Christmas_song_shares_message_of_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/594111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Matts_Christmas_song_shares_message_of_hope.aspx Sun, 22 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Church deacon, author and songwriter Matt McChlery, a member of a West Norfolk writers’ group, has launched a new Christmas song to share his message of hope and peace. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/594880/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Have_a_bonfire_and_reflect.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/594880/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Have_a_bonfire_and_reflect.aspx Sat, 21 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT During this autumn season which, traditionally, was one for bonfires, Peter Farley explains how watching the flames can bring back memories of people and places. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/594468/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Dippy_the_dinosaur_s_visit_to_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/594468/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Dippy_the_dinosaur_s_visit_to_Norwich.aspx Fri, 20 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Dinosaur fans will be able to enjoy a summer of prehistoric fun at Norwich Cathedral next year due to the visit of the Natural History Museum’s Dippy the Diplodocus, which has now been moved back again, to later in 2021. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/594233/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Video_entries_invited_for_the_ecumenical_chain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/594233/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Video_entries_invited_for_the_ecumenical_chain.aspx Thu, 19 Nov 2020 09:00:00 GMT Plans are coming together for a Week of Christian Unity with a playlist of videos as the prayer chain. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/594017/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_Truth_will_make_you_free.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/594017/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_Truth_will_make_you_free.aspx Wed, 18 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Philip Young reminds us that Christians are called to be truth tellers and truth seekers, and that it is truth which brings us freedom. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/593090/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_CAP_offers_free_debt_help.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/593090/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_CAP_offers_free_debt_help.aspx Fri, 13 Nov 2020 08:00:00 GMT The Mid-Norfolk branch of Christians Against Poverty (CAP) is offering free debt help to local people facing money problems and says it’s important to get help now before the cold winter drives up fuel bills By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592954/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Uganda_charity_appeals_for_schooling_help.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592954/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Uganda_charity_appeals_for_schooling_help.aspx Thu, 12 Nov 2020 19:00:00 GMT A charity founded in Norfolk that provides healthcare and education to vulnerable people in Uganda is appealing for funds to pay for schooling, as many families' incomes have been hit by covid. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/593028/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_war_heroines_final_letter_returns_home.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/593028/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_war_heroines_final_letter_returns_home.aspx Thu, 12 Nov 2020 09:00:00 GMT A letter written by Norfolk nurse and First World War heroine Edith Cavell just days before she was captured by the Germans has been returned to her home county. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/593022/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Everyday_faith_and_contemporary_crises_booklets.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/593022/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Everyday_faith_and_contemporary_crises_booklets.aspx Thu, 12 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT A series of six booklets exploring the relationship between Christian faith and some of the most pressing issues of our time has been launched, for free, by the diocese. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/593021/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Presiding_alone_in_a_crowded_chapel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/593021/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Presiding_alone_in_a_crowded_chapel.aspx Thu, 12 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant has been reflecting on the significance of breaking bread in a necessarily empty chapel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592969/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_police_leader_offers_a_steer_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592969/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_police_leader_offers_a_steer_on.aspx Wed, 11 Nov 2020 14:00:00 GMT As we go through a second lockdown, Marie Reavey, National Chair of the Christian Police Association, calls on churches to focus their efforts on the most disadvantaged young people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592937/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Catch_up_on_Norfolk_climate_change_conference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592937/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Catch_up_on_Norfolk_climate_change_conference.aspx Wed, 11 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT A major event was held in Norfolk on October 31 when six leading experts on climate change were invited via webinar to draw conclusions on whether lessons for climate change can be learned from the human race's response to the coronavirus pandemic. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592832/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_charity_says_nobody_chooses_to_be.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592832/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_charity_says_nobody_chooses_to_be.aspx Wed, 11 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk charity St Martins has launched a winter campaign to address some of the misunderstandings around homelessness and to raise awareness of their work to support vulnerable people in the county. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592915/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christians_called_to_prayer_during_November.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592915/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christians_called_to_prayer_during_November.aspx Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT As communities face further Covid-19 lockdowns, calls for a day and a month of prayer in November have been made to Christians and churches across the UK. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/MPs_Norwich_talk_on_politics_faith_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/MPs_Norwich_talk_on_politics_faith_and.aspx Sun, 08 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT On the eve of the US presidential election, former Liberal Democrat leader Tim Farron spoke at an online event organised by Surrey Chapel in Norwich about the topic of integrity. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585819/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Cyclists_raise_110k_to_support_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585819/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Cyclists_raise_110k_to_support_Norfolk_churches.aspx Sun, 08 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk Churches’ Bike Ride has raised over 110,000 to help care for the county’s heritage of churches and chapels. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592400/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_community_gospel_choir_meets_online.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592400/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_community_gospel_choir_meets_online.aspx Sat, 07 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT The Norwich Community Gospel Choir has gone online and has been busy recording some uplifting songs - and they welcome others to join in. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592440/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Andy_toughs_it_through_the_mud_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592440/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Andy_toughs_it_through_the_mud_for.aspx Thu, 05 Nov 2020 09:00:00 GMT Andy Jones ran a marathon recently to bring in funds for Raise, the Norfolk kids charity which works in churches and schools to help 5-11 year-olds encounter Jesus. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592435/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Has_your_faith_ceased_to_be_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592435/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Has_your_faith_ceased_to_be_a.aspx Thu, 05 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton has been adapting to new routines during the pandemic crisis, but reminds us that we will need to return to the habit of worshipping together. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592418/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/First_Celebrate_Leaders_Conference_success.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592418/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/First_Celebrate_Leaders_Conference_success.aspx Wed, 04 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT The first-ever Celebrate Leaders Conference, which took place at the new Hope Christian Centre in Norwich in October was a success, despite the limitations that the Covid-19 precautions placed on it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592280/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Operation_aims_to_get_Norwich_churches_working.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592280/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Operation_aims_to_get_Norwich_churches_working.aspx Tue, 03 Nov 2020 12:00:00 GMT As the country goes into lockdown again, Norwich Christian charity ENYP is launching a new initiative, called Operation Zechariah, to help encourage collaborative working together with churches and other organisations across the city. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592210/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_church_features_on_new_Christmas_stamp.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592210/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_church_features_on_new_Christmas_stamp.aspx Tue, 03 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT Royal Mail is celebrating Christmas with a series of six special stamps telling the story of the Nativity through stained-glass windows, including one from a Norfolk church. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Send_us_your_lockdown_stories_of_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Send_us_your_lockdown_stories_of_faith.aspx Mon, 02 Nov 2020 12:00:00 GMT An appeal has been issued to churches, Christian organisations and charities across Norfolk to talk about what they will be doing to help vulnerable people through the second national lockdown. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592132/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_crafters_pull_together_their_Quilt_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/592132/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_crafters_pull_together_their_Quilt_of.aspx Mon, 02 Nov 2020 10:00:00 GMT Over lockdown, the Christ Church Crafters undertook the creation of what has become “the Eaton Quilt of Kindness”. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591983/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Christian_comedian_Bobby_Ball_rocked_on_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591983/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Christian_comedian_Bobby_Ball_rocked_on_in.aspx Fri, 30 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT Christian comedian Bobby Ball, who has had audiences across Norfolk rocking with laughter, has died at the age of 76 after contracting Covid-19. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Virtual_tour_opens_Norwich_Cathedral_to_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Virtual_tour_opens_Norwich_Cathedral_to_the.aspx Fri, 30 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT Visitors can now explore Norwich’s historic Anglican Cathedral from anywhere in the world thanks to a brand new virtual tour. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591894/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Bags_of_half_term_fun_thanks_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591894/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Bags_of_half_term_fun_thanks_to.aspx Thu, 29 Oct 2020 12:00:00 GMT Over 100 children in Norwich have been busy using Harvest activity packs including craft and cookery items over the half-term holiday, thanks to two local churches. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Historic_England_awards_grants_to_repair_three.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Historic_England_awards_grants_to_repair_three.aspx Thu, 29 Oct 2020 09:00:00 GMT Three churches in the Diocese of East Anglia have received a total of nearly 600,000 for urgent repairs out of 3m awarded to Catholic churches in England. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Are_you_listening_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Are_you_listening_God.aspx Thu, 29 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Ruth Lilley reflects on the different ways in which God answers her prayers http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591859/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Norfolk_churches_YouTube_reaches_100_000_hits.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591859/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Norfolk_churches_YouTube_reaches_100_000_hits.aspx Wed, 28 Oct 2020 17:00:00 GMT A YouTube channel set up by a group of churches in South Norfolk has registered 100,000 hits since March by offering a free online worship resource. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591831/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_born_author_says_the_wrestle_is.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591831/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_born_author_says_the_wrestle_is.aspx Wed, 28 Oct 2020 14:00:00 GMT When Norwich-born evangelist Luke Brendling lost his first child, it was the beginning of a very real wrestle with God. Here he introduces a book coming out in December, in which he tells the story. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591700/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_conference_promotes_mental_health_in_times.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591700/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_conference_promotes_mental_health_in_times.aspx Tue, 27 Oct 2020 13:10:00 GMT The Fountain of Life Church in Ashill will be running its third Doors of Hope Conference on November 14 from 11.30am to 4pm. This year it will be hosted on Zoom. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591694/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_s_shoebox_champion_invites_us_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591694/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_s_shoebox_champion_invites_us_to.aspx Tue, 27 Oct 2020 12:00:00 GMT Trish Ellse from Alive Church in Wymondham is calling on churches and families in Norfolk to rise above the challenges of the pandemic and pack more shoebox gifts than ever. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591630/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Funding_boost_for_Norwich_Christian_debt_centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591630/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Funding_boost_for_Norwich_Christian_debt_centre.aspx Tue, 27 Oct 2020 06:00:00 GMT The Norwich branch of Christians Against Poverty (CAP) based at Surrey Chapel has a secure future thanks to generous charitable grants. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591619/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Influential_Norwich_church_holds_final_service_after.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591619/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Influential_Norwich_church_holds_final_service_after.aspx Mon, 26 Oct 2020 13:00:00 GMT After playing a major role in the life of Norwich for 200 years, Princes Street United Reformed Church held its final service on Sunday. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591510/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Catholic_cathedral_treasurer_stole_222k.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591510/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Catholic_cathedral_treasurer_stole_222k.aspx Fri, 23 Oct 2020 11:00:00 GMT A former church treasurer stole 222,000 from St John the Baptist Catholic Cathedral in Norwich, to feed his gambling addiction, and has today been sentenced to 27 months in jail. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591331/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Lynn_schools_open_arms_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591331/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Lynn_schools_open_arms_to.aspx Thu, 22 Oct 2020 13:00:00 GMT For young people in King's Lynn already facing challenges, the pandemic has been the last straw. Church Army officer James Hawksworth has found a way to respond where the need is most acute. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591477/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Chaplain_Chris_Copsey_brings_support_to_Coroner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591477/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Chaplain_Chris_Copsey_brings_support_to_Coroner.aspx Thu, 22 Oct 2020 11:00:00 GMT Revd Canon Chris Copsey recently marked ten years in the unusual role of supporting those attending Coroner’s inquests. In a recent webinar organised by the Norwich Interfaith Group she talked about her work. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591314/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Matthew_Project_launches_Norfolk_charity_auction.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591314/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Matthew_Project_launches_Norfolk_charity_auction.aspx Thu, 22 Oct 2020 11:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project is going live with an online charity auction tomorrow night. Sarah King, Fundraising and Events Officer at The Matthew Project, explains what is to be won – both for bidders and for the wider community. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591283/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Looking_in_God_s_direction.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591283/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Looking_in_God_s_direction.aspx Wed, 21 Oct 2020 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Jane Walters shares her frustrations with using spectacles, but then explains why the choice of specs is of secondary importance. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_award_winning_architect_Anthony_Rossi.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_award_winning_architect_Anthony_Rossi.aspx Tue, 20 Oct 2020 12:00:00 GMT Anthony Rossi CBE, who designed the award-winning Church of the Annunciation in Little Walsingham, has died at the age of 88. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Ten_historic_Norfolk_churches_added_to_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/591082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Ten_historic_Norfolk_churches_added_to_at.aspx Tue, 20 Oct 2020 11:00:00 GMT Ten historic Norfolk churches have been added to a list of "at risk of being lost” buildings while a further seven have been removed because of positive efforts to save them. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/589056/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedral_vigil_for_those_who_have.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/589056/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedral_vigil_for_those_who_have.aspx Tue, 20 Oct 2020 11:00:00 GMT Time Norfolk is organising a vigil for all those who have lost a baby, whether through miscarriage, termination or stillbirth, or in the early months of life. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590970/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Charity_Christmas_card_shop_opens_at_St.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590970/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Charity_Christmas_card_shop_opens_at_St.aspx Mon, 19 Oct 2020 11:00:00 GMT The original Norwich Charity Christmas Card shop will be opening in St Peter Mancroft church on Tuesday October 20. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590587/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Eleanor_launches_Norwich_group_to_work_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590587/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Eleanor_launches_Norwich_group_to_work_for.aspx Thu, 15 Oct 2020 13:00:00 GMT Eleanor Laming, who has pioneered Parish Nursing in Norwich, has now set up a local branch of the Guild of Health and St Raphael. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590543/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_Bishop_amazed_by_churchs_Covid_response.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590543/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_Bishop_amazed_by_churchs_Covid_response.aspx Wed, 14 Oct 2020 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, Graham Usher, says he has been amazed by the response of the county’s church goers and clergy to the Covid-19 pandemic, in an interview to mark the end of his first year in office. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590517/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/New_book_aims_to_enable_and_empower.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590517/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/New_book_aims_to_enable_and_empower.aspx Tue, 13 Oct 2020 23:00:00 GMT A journal to aid, enable and empower personal daily prayer has just been published by former Norwich church leader, and now Celebrate Norfolk project director, John Betts. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590476/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Heroic_Norfolk_nurse_remembered_at_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590476/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Heroic_Norfolk_nurse_remembered_at_service.aspx Tue, 13 Oct 2020 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk nurse and First World War heroine Edith Cavell was remembered at a special service at Norwich Cathedral on Saturday October 10. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590329/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Message_of_hope_from_East_Anglia_Methodist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590329/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Message_of_hope_from_East_Anglia_Methodist.aspx Sun, 11 Oct 2020 23:00:00 GMT Chair of the Methodist Church East Anglia District, Rev Julian Pursehouse, says he has faced moments of utter despair over the past seven months but, in the end, everything is going to be alright. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590242/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_vicars_Covid_19_work_honoured_by.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590242/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_vicars_Covid_19_work_honoured_by.aspx Fri, 09 Oct 2020 11:00:00 GMT A Gorleston vicar has been awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) in the Queen’s Birthday 2020 Honours List, delayed from June to provide an opportunity to recognise some of those involved in the response to the Covid-19 pandemic. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590235/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Church_team_has_new_look_and_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590235/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Church_team_has_new_look_and_community.aspx Fri, 09 Oct 2020 11:00:00 GMT Gateway Vineyard Football Club have a new-look going into the new season and a new link-up with a local homeless charity. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590077/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_Norwich_teacher_runs_virtual_London_Marathon.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590077/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_Norwich_teacher_runs_virtual_London_Marathon.aspx Thu, 08 Oct 2020 11:00:00 GMT A former high-school English teacher from Norwich has completed the virtual London Marathon for an Indonesian literacy charity he works with. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590028/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_house_church_growing_since_lockdown.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/590028/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_house_church_growing_since_lockdown.aspx Thu, 08 Oct 2020 11:00:00 GMT At least one Norfolk church, which meets in people’s homes, has seen its numbers grow since lockdown eased. One of its founders, Barrie Lawrence, explains. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/589963/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_quarry_manager_finds_living_stones_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/589963/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_quarry_manager_finds_living_stones_in.aspx Wed, 07 Oct 2020 13:00:00 GMT Andrew Goodman was a Dereham-based quarry manager before sensing the call to become a missionary to the Shan people in Thailand. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/589924/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Chosen_and_adopted_by_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/589924/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Chosen_and_adopted_by_God.aspx Tue, 06 Oct 2020 23:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon explains why fostering and adoption are important concepts and practices for Christians. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/589896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_bishops_offer_lockdown_encouragement.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/589896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_bishops_offer_lockdown_encouragement.aspx Mon, 05 Oct 2020 23:00:00 GMT The three bishops from the Diocese of Norwich have sent out a letter encouraging clergy and lay leaders after six months of lockdown when “many will be hitting the proverbial brick wall". By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/589486/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Emmaus_opens_new_charity_shop_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/589486/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Emmaus_opens_new_charity_shop_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 30 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT A Norfolk based Christian charity which supports people who have experienced homelessness and social exclusion has opened a new store in Norwich’s Castle Quarter. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/589255/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Make_me_an_instrument_of_your_peace.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/589255/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Make_me_an_instrument_of_your_peace.aspx Wed, 30 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT Philip Young has compiled a paper for consideration by the Third Order of Saint Francis, of which he is a member, explaining the importance of being a peacemaker in this modern world. He shares his main points with us here. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/589011/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/600_year_old_Psalm_manuscript_found_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/589011/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/600_year_old_Psalm_manuscript_found_in.aspx Sat, 26 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT An archaeologist working alone through lockdown in the attic rooms of Oxburgh Hall in Norfolk has uncovered one of the largest underfloor archaeology hauls of its type in a National Trust house, including a 600-year-old illuminated manuscript of Psalm 39. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/588588/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Marathons_are_easy_compared_to_being_an.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/588588/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Marathons_are_easy_compared_to_being_an.aspx Thu, 24 Sep 2020 09:00:00 GMT A Norwich volunteer will be running a marathon from and to her own doorstep to celebrate 40 years of the London Marathon and to raise money for English +. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/588653/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/The_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League_is_back.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/588653/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/The_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League_is_back.aspx Wed, 23 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT If you can’t yet get to see Norwich City play, why not check out a game in the Norfolk Christian League? Perhaps the standout game in the first Saturday of the new season was a thrilling 4-3 victory for Gateway Vineyard over Sprowston Radicals. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/588644/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_is_still_in_control.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/588644/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_is_still_in_control.aspx Wed, 23 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT Rev Ron Skivington encourages us to remember God’s promises as we progress through this very unusual year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/588505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedral_s_weathercock_restored.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/588505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedral_s_weathercock_restored.aspx Sun, 20 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral’s golden weathercock shines brightly once more from on high after being regilded and reinstalled on the top of the spire. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/588330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/An_inspiring_encounter_just_outside_of_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/588330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/An_inspiring_encounter_just_outside_of_Norwich.aspx Thu, 17 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT John Wright, a founder member and great father-figure in Norwich FGB, has written a number of inspiring books. Here is an amusing and very inspiring account of an encounter he had in the lane near his home, just outside Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/588052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_connections_to_Mayflower_voyage_400_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/588052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_connections_to_Mayflower_voyage_400_years.aspx Wed, 16 Sep 2020 11:00:00 GMT Exactly 400 years ago, a group of brave pilgrims sailed from England on a hazardous journey to North America on the Mayflower in search of a new life. The group included a dozen with Norfolk roots. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/588033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Kindness_essential_medicine_for_a_pandemic.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/588033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Kindness_essential_medicine_for_a_pandemic.aspx Tue, 15 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant believes that, amidst all the advice being given about coping with the current pandemic, there is one element which can easily get forgotten. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Is_there_a_God_spot_The_brain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Is_there_a_God_spot_The_brain.aspx Sun, 13 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT Over sixty people met online to hear how neurology – a scientific study of the brain and its disorders - might shed light on religious faith. The meeting was organised by the discussion group “Science and Faith in Norfolk”. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587842/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Music_returns_to_Cathedral_after_6_months.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587842/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Music_returns_to_Cathedral_after_6_months.aspx Sat, 12 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT The sublime sound of choral music is returning to Norwich Cathedral this week after six months of silence due to the Covid-19 pandemic. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587253/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Matthew_Project_adds_motive_for_a_long.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587253/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Matthew_Project_adds_motive_for_a_long.aspx Sat, 12 Sep 2020 15:00:00 GMT Jack Mollicone is training to run 83 miles in one day for the Matthew Project, as a way of distancing himself from the life he used to live. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Autumn.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Autumn.aspx Thu, 10 Sep 2020 09:00:00 GMT The Autumn edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Written_the_morning_of_the_day_I.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Written_the_morning_of_the_day_I.aspx Wed, 09 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT Peter Farley is encouraging us to make best use of the time we have left on this planet. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587503/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_FGB_will_meet_via_Zoom_until.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587503/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_FGB_will_meet_via_Zoom_until.aspx Wed, 09 Sep 2020 11:00:00 GMT The Norwich FGB branch has decided to discontinue dinner meetings until the end of the year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, however, they are currently putting together next year’s programme and are continuing to meet informally on Zoom. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587467/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Sound_of_singing_heard_again_at_Christ.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587467/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Sound_of_singing_heard_again_at_Christ.aspx Wed, 09 Sep 2020 08:00:00 GMT Members of the choir at Christ Church, Eaton were able to sing together for the first time in months, following a change in the government’s Covid-19 rules regarding public performances. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587358/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_organist_celebrates_a_half_century_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587358/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_organist_celebrates_a_half_century_at.aspx Tue, 08 Sep 2020 13:00:00 GMT Richard Cockaday has reached 50 years as organist at Holy Trinity, easily the longest-serving keyboard player in the church’s 159-year history. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587352/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Two_Norfolk_churches_benefit_from_grant_boost.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587352/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Two_Norfolk_churches_benefit_from_grant_boost.aspx Mon, 07 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT Two Norfolk churches are among 45 historic places of worship which have benefitted from over 500,000-worth of funding from the National Churches Trust. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587221/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/How_Covid_19_lessons_might_crack_climate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/587221/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/How_Covid_19_lessons_might_crack_climate.aspx Mon, 07 Sep 2020 12:05:00 GMT A line-up of eminent speakers is applying lessons from Covid-19 to climate change. Willem Buttinger, who initiated this webinar for Norfolk, describes how it came into being. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586878/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_social_worker_places_a_million_children.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586878/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_social_worker_places_a_million_children.aspx Thu, 03 Sep 2020 12:15:00 GMT A new book from Hodder and Stoughton tells the story of Robert Glover, whose Norwich-based charity Care for Children has placed a million children in families in China and beyond. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_must_still_be_a_welcoming_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_must_still_be_a_welcoming_Church.aspx Wed, 02 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant finds the need to be a welcoming, accepting Church something of a challenge amid the current restrictions. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Webinar_gives_opportunity_to_explore_green_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Webinar_gives_opportunity_to_explore_green_Church.aspx Thu, 27 Aug 2020 12:30:00 GMT Bishop Graham Usher will be a panellist in a webinar to explore the Church’s response to the climate emergency. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586652/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_charities_get_last_chance_for_Tesco.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586652/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_charities_get_last_chance_for_Tesco.aspx Thu, 27 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT Charities and community organisations in Norfolk who have been struggling to maintain their work can access 500 of funding from Tesco’s Covid-19 fund, administered by community charity Groundwork. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586622/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Finding_a_moment_with_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586622/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Finding_a_moment_with_God.aspx Wed, 26 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley spent an early morning on the beach, and enjoyed a peaceful moment with God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586343/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/New_captain_for_Yarmouth_Salvation_Army.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586343/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/New_captain_for_Yarmouth_Salvation_Army.aspx Mon, 24 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army corps in Great Yarmouth now has a new captain at the helm, and is inviting the local community to pop in and say “hello”. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586335/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_delivers_800_000_lockdown_meals.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586335/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_delivers_800_000_lockdown_meals.aspx Mon, 24 Aug 2020 11:00:00 GMT Soul Foundation, the outreach arm of Soul Church, Norwich, has delivered around 800,000 meals to people in need across the area during lockdown. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586314/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_alcohol_abuse_increase_since_lockdown.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586314/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_alcohol_abuse_increase_since_lockdown.aspx Mon, 24 Aug 2020 11:00:00 GMT New referrals to the Matthew Project due to alcohol misuse have increased since the start of lockdown. Sarah King reports from the Christian charity about one brave young fundraiser helping to tackle the issue. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586120/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Iconic_Norwich_church_set_to_close_after.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586120/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Iconic_Norwich_church_set_to_close_after.aspx Thu, 20 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT The iconic 200-year-old United Reformed Church (URC) on Princes Street in Norwich is set to close after church members agreed to the move. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585960/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Time_capsule_marks_historic_moment_for_YMCA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585960/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Time_capsule_marks_historic_moment_for_YMCA.aspx Thu, 20 Aug 2020 08:00:00 GMT A commemorative time capsule has been hidden in the new YMCA Norfolk Community Hub, currently being re-developed on Aylsham Road in Norwich, to mark an exciting moment in the Christian charity’s history. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586047/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_can_help_to_complete_God_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/586047/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_can_help_to_complete_God_s.aspx Wed, 19 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT Jane Walters enjoys a good jigsaw, and explains how the jigsaw of life can often best be completed as a team effort. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585979/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Missionaries_seek_housing_on_return_from_Senegal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585979/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Missionaries_seek_housing_on_return_from_Senegal.aspx Tue, 18 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT A Christian couple have returned to Norfolk from Senegal due to the coronavirus and are looking for accommodation. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585929/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Gorleston_churchs_support_feeds_120_a_week.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585929/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Gorleston_churchs_support_feeds_120_a_week.aspx Mon, 17 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT St Mary Magdalene in Gorleston has adapted its family support programme this summer because of current restrictions but has seen a significant increase in uptake. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585726/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_grateful_as_it_emerges_from.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585726/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_grateful_as_it_emerges_from.aspx Fri, 14 Aug 2020 16:00:00 GMT 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. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Most_Norfolk_churches_did_social_action_during.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Most_Norfolk_churches_did_social_action_during.aspx Thu, 13 Aug 2020 07:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585656/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_fellowship_provides_a_professional_deep_clean.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585656/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_fellowship_provides_a_professional_deep_clean.aspx Wed, 12 Aug 2020 09:00:00 GMT It seems that God was preparing Norwich pastor Stuart Bailey for the pandemic by providing him a job as an infection control lead. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Historic_England_steps_in_to_rescue_damaged.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Historic_England_steps_in_to_rescue_damaged.aspx Tue, 11 Aug 2020 16:05:00 GMT Historic England has awarded a grant of 280,000 towards the repair of the tower of a Grade I listed church in North Tuddenham. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585704/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_should_I_believe_in_Jesus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585704/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Why_should_I_believe_in_Jesus.aspx Mon, 10 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT Peter Farley has been giving some consideration to the claims of Richard Dawkins, and explains to us the results of his own analysis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585560/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Cathedral_MU_banners_go_virtual.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585560/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Cathedral_MU_banners_go_virtual.aspx Mon, 10 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT 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. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_finds_a_path_through_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_finds_a_path_through_the.aspx Mon, 10 Aug 2020 11:15:00 GMT 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. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585244/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_Graham_ordains_six_new_deacons_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585244/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_Graham_ordains_six_new_deacons_for.aspx Fri, 07 Aug 2020 08:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, Rt Rev Graham Usher, has ordained six people as deacons in the first ordinations in the diocese since the lockdown. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585188/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Taverham_church_works_together_hand_in_hand.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585188/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Taverham_church_works_together_hand_in_hand.aspx Thu, 06 Aug 2020 11:00:00 GMT Whether the need was wash bags or plants, Tec church has stretched every fibre of the imagination to support its local community. Vic Ready, Senior Pastor of the church, tells the story. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585131/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_go_digital_and_will_stay.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585131/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_go_digital_and_will_stay.aspx Wed, 05 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk churches went digital in a very big way over the Covid-19 lockdown and most of them plan to continue that way into the future, a survey by Network Norfolk has revealed. Keith Morris reports in the second of our series of articles. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Face_masks_a_spiritual_undertaking.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Face_masks_a_spiritual_undertaking.aspx Wed, 05 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT Many of us are struggling with the use of face coverings, but Andy Bryant suggests that the act of wearing them can have a spiritual significance. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585009/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Duchess_of_Cambridge_volunteers_at_church_baby.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/585009/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Duchess_of_Cambridge_volunteers_at_church_baby.aspx Wed, 05 Aug 2020 11:00:00 GMT The Duchess of Cambridge has today helped to launch a new baby bank initiative at a West Norfolk church, with a personal volunteering visit. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Score_of_different_ordinations_set_for_Diocese.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Score_of_different_ordinations_set_for_Diocese.aspx Mon, 03 Aug 2020 15:00:00 GMT Ordinations in the Diocese of Norwich will be “done different” this year, due to the restrictions imposed by Covid-19 with over 20 people becoming priests or deacons this summer - the first Church of England diocese to hold such ordinations this year. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584899/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/You_will_find_rest_for_your_souls.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584899/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/You_will_find_rest_for_your_souls.aspx Sun, 02 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT Rev Matthew Price encourages us to take heart and allow Jesus to take our tiredness on His shoulders. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584874/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Six_Norfolk_churches_share_12_000_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584874/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Six_Norfolk_churches_share_12_000_in.aspx Fri, 31 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT Half-a-dozen Norfolk churches have been awarded 12,000 towards urgent repairs by the Norfolk Churches Trust. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584793/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Diocese_of_Norwich_provides_20_000_family.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584793/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Diocese_of_Norwich_provides_20_000_family.aspx Fri, 31 Jul 2020 11:00:00 GMT Over 20,000 meals will be provided to hungry families over the school summer holidays thanks to the churches and schools of the Diocese of Norwich. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584757/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Gorleston_church_active_during_lockdown.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584757/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Gorleston_church_active_during_lockdown.aspx Thu, 30 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT Cliff Park Community Church in Gorleston has been active in supporting the local community during lockdown, helping with food and meals distribution, as well as on-line services and an Alpha course. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584619/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churches_rally_round_arson_hit_mosque.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584619/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churches_rally_round_arson_hit_mosque.aspx Wed, 29 Jul 2020 11:00:00 GMT Anglican churches in Norwich have spoken out in solidarity with Muslim brothers and sisters following an alleged arson attack on the developing 1m Aylsham Road mosque in the city in the early hours of Monday morning. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584664/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Worship_strengthens_the_good_in_us.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584664/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Worship_strengthens_the_good_in_us.aspx Tue, 28 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT Philip Young is enjoying the return to real-life worship, and shares some thoughts based on a sermon he preached Saint John’s in Felixstowe on July 19. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/581504/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_curate_to_take_up_teaching_post.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/581504/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_curate_to_take_up_teaching_post.aspx Tue, 28 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT Rev Dr Alex Irving is moving on from his role as curate at St Stephen's church in Norwich for an appointment as lecturer at St Mellitus College. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584478/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/New_Rector_for_Bradwell_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584478/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/New_Rector_for_Bradwell_church.aspx Mon, 27 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT St Nicholas’ Church in Bradwell has a new rector, Revd Stephen Deall, who has now moved into the rectory with his family. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Use_your_time_wisely_for_the_Master.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Use_your_time_wisely_for_the_Master.aspx Sun, 26 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT Peter Farley reflects on the importance of each of us making effective use of our remaining time on earth. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Inspiring_story_of_Norwich_Christian_pioneer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Inspiring_story_of_Norwich_Christian_pioneer.aspx Sat, 25 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT Inspirational Norwich Christian pioneer Val Dodsworth has been usefully spending her time during lockdown writing a short biography of her remarkable life. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584035/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Letting_God_into_the_whole_of_your.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/584035/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Letting_God_into_the_whole_of_your.aspx Mon, 20 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT Suzanne Cooke has been recalling her early encounter with God on the island of Iona, and suggests that the Celtic style of Christianity would be a good model for our lives today. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/583744/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Holding_God_s_hand_through_the_uncertainty.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/583744/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Holding_God_s_hand_through_the_uncertainty.aspx Sun, 19 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant is learning to come to terms with the ongoing restrictions as we gradually emerge from lockdown, but help is at hand… http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/583505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_does_it_mean_to_be_free.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/583505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_does_it_mean_to_be_free.aspx Wed, 15 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT Amidst all the current restrictions on people’s freedom, Jane Walters recalls a recent holiday and how much the Channel Islanders rejoice in their freedom from previous oppression. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578534/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Mayflower_pilgrims_remembered_in_new_book.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578534/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Mayflower_pilgrims_remembered_in_new_book.aspx Tue, 14 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT It is 400 years since the Mayflower's pioneering voyage, which saw the Pilgrims sailing to America to seek religious freedom. A Norwich author is editing a book, to be published later this year, to commemorate this anniversary. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/583267/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Aled_Jones_sings_with_Norwich_Cathedral_choristers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/583267/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Aled_Jones_sings_with_Norwich_Cathedral_choristers.aspx Sun, 12 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral has teamed up with the Friends of Cathedral Music and 269 choristers across the country to create a special lockdown recording of the song Sing Forever to raise funds for the Cathedral Choirs’ Emergency Fund. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/583157/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Do_I_have_to_go_back_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/583157/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Do_I_have_to_go_back_to.aspx Sun, 12 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT As many churches around England start to re-open for limited acts of worship, Andy Bryant explains why this is, for him, such an important stage in the return to normality. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/583085/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_of_Norwichs_Covid_19_prayer_pilgrimage.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/583085/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_of_Norwichs_Covid_19_prayer_pilgrimage.aspx Fri, 10 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich will be undertaking a pilgrimage of prayer for relief from the Covid-19 pandemic along the Walsingham Way from Norwich Anglican Cathedral to the Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham, over three days next week. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582931/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Adviser_appointed_as_Norfolk_clergy_face_racism.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582931/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Adviser_appointed_as_Norfolk_clergy_face_racism.aspx Wed, 08 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT Clergy within the Diocese of Norwich face examples of incipient and sometimes overt racism nearly every day and the Bishop of Norwich has appointed an Adviser for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Affairs to help address the issue. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582928/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Exciting_first_year_for_new_Norfolk_Catholic.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582928/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Exciting_first_year_for_new_Norfolk_Catholic.aspx Wed, 08 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT The first new Catholic primary school to open in Norfolk for decades has had an exciting and eventful first year. Executive Head of Sacred Heart VA Primary School, Aidan McGovern, reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582813/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_is_an_effective_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582813/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/What_is_an_effective_church.aspx Tue, 07 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton wonders how essential our church premises are for our churches to function successfully. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582619/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/People_of_God_have_much_to_remember.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582619/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/People_of_God_have_much_to_remember.aspx Sun, 05 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT As the lockdown starts to ease, and a version of normality returns, Andy Bryant reminds us that there are many things we need to remember, and lessons to learn. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582551/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Catholic_churches_re_open_their_doors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582551/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Catholic_churches_re_open_their_doors.aspx Fri, 03 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT Almost all Catholic churches across Norfolk are re-opening their doors for collective public worship this weekend following the relaxation of government guidelines. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582507/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Two_Norwich_cathedrals_re_open_doors_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582507/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Two_Norwich_cathedrals_re_open_doors_to.aspx Fri, 03 Jul 2020 11:00:00 GMT The Deans of Norwich’s two cathedrals have welcomed the resumption of public worship after nearly three months and, along with a number of city churches, will be throwing open their doors to the public this weekend. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582427/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Whats_the_churchs_future_after_the_pandemic.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582427/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Whats_the_churchs_future_after_the_pandemic.aspx Wed, 01 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT Will the church ever be the same again once the pandemic finishes and does God even want it to be? That was the question posed by Rev Tim Yau at yesterday's Transforming Norwich online meeting. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582404/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_names_new_education_chiefs.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582404/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_names_new_education_chiefs.aspx Wed, 01 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich has announced the appointment of Richard Cranmer as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of its St Benet’s Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) and Robert Connelly as Headteacher of Archbishop Sancroft High School (ASHS). By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582354/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Decluttering_the_mind_to_make_room_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582354/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Decluttering_the_mind_to_make_room_for.aspx Wed, 01 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley has been de-cluttering, and has discovered new benefits as a result. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582211/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hundreds_drive_thru_for_prayer_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582211/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hundreds_drive_thru_for_prayer_at_Norwich.aspx Mon, 29 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT Hundreds of people turned up in their cars for a drive-through prayer session at Soul Church in Norwich on Sunday afternoon. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582210/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_across_Norfolk_can_re_open_from.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582210/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_across_Norfolk_can_re_open_from.aspx Mon, 29 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT Last night the government released guidelines which will allow places of worship across Norfolk to re-open from Saturday July 4. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/581647/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_helps_restaurant_open_outside.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/581647/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_helps_restaurant_open_outside.aspx Mon, 29 Jun 2020 15:00:00 GMT Customers enjoying pizza from a Norwich restaurant will now be able to relax in the grounds of a nearby church. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/581514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_response_to_identity_politics.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/581514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_response_to_identity_politics.aspx Fri, 26 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT David Patey responds to last week’s opinion column by James Knight entitled ‘Christians should rise above identity politics’ and shares his thoughts on our relationships with each other. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/191364/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Mothers_Union_knits_together_families_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/191364/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Mothers_Union_knits_together_families_in_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 25 Jun 2020 15:00:00 GMT From refugee resettlement to making face masks for NHS staff, Mothers’ Union members in Norfolk are helping to provide vital community services. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/581446/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/ENYP_adapts_service_to_support_people_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/581446/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/ENYP_adapts_service_to_support_people_in.aspx Wed, 24 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT During the last few months during the Covid-19 outbreak ENYP has been unable to deliver its usual programme of clubs and activities, and instead has looked at ways to continue to engage with thousands of children, young people and their families. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/581357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Invite_Heaven_into_your_home.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/581357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Invite_Heaven_into_your_home.aspx Tue, 23 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT Jane Walters reflects on the importance of home, and considers what that means for a Christian. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/581147/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_important_are_our_church_buildings.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/581147/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_important_are_our_church_buildings.aspx Sun, 21 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT As some church buildings are starting to re-open for individual visits and private prayer, Andy Bryant reflects on the relevance of these places to our Christian faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580917/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Volunteers_plea_from_Wymondham_crisis_food_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580917/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Volunteers_plea_from_Wymondham_crisis_food_project.aspx Fri, 19 Jun 2020 09:00:00 GMT A plea for volunteers has gone out from a community outreach project based at Our Lady and St Thomas of Canterbury church in Wymondham, which has been helping to support and feed 80 vulnerable families a week during lockdown. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580803/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_memorial_to_people_who_died_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580803/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_memorial_to_people_who_died_of.aspx Thu, 18 Jun 2020 15:00:00 GMT A special memorial to those who have died from Coronavirus in Norfolk has been put in place in front of the Nave Altar at Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580809/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Christians_should_rise_above_identity_politics.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580809/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Christians_should_rise_above_identity_politics.aspx Tue, 16 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor James Knight feels that people should be treated and valued as unique individuals, rather than allowing their membership of any ethnic (or any other) group to take precedence. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Aylsham_curate_takes_on_Greshams_school_chaplaincy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Aylsham_curate_takes_on_Greshams_school_chaplaincy.aspx Tue, 16 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT Rev Jack Branford, curate at Aylsham Parish Church, will be leaving to take up a role as chaplain of Gresham’s School in Holt, starting in September. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580701/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_Hub_set_to_offer_20_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580701/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_Hub_set_to_offer_20_new.aspx Tue, 16 Jun 2020 16:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk is looking to recruit at least 20 new staff members to support its multi-service community hub, based on Aylsham Road in Norwich, over the next few months. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580598/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/West_Norfolk_online_maths_class_is_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580598/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/West_Norfolk_online_maths_class_is_a.aspx Mon, 15 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT A Diocese of Norwich Primary Academy teacher’s maths and phonics lessons have been a hit on YouTube, reaching across the globe from their base in West Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580466/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_doorstep_prayer_for_an_outpouring_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580466/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_doorstep_prayer_for_an_outpouring_of.aspx Sun, 14 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT Rev Nigel Fox has replaced clapping with praying for his community on his doorstep on Thursday evenings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_needs_help_to_update_computers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_needs_help_to_update_computers.aspx Sun, 14 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT Staff at Oak Grove Community Church in North Norwich are currently home-working, but they need to update some of their computer resources in order to continue to effectively support their local community. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580405/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/15_Norfolk_Catholic_churches_reopen_for_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580405/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/15_Norfolk_Catholic_churches_reopen_for_prayer.aspx Fri, 12 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT Around 15 Catholic churches across Norfolk will reopen for private prayer from tomorrow, June 15, and the move has been welcomed by the head of the Catholic church in England and Wales, Cardinal Vincent Nichols. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Church_has_grown_during_coronavirus_pandemic.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Church_has_grown_during_coronavirus_pandemic.aspx Fri, 12 Jun 2020 18:00:00 GMT A new report launched today by the Evangelical Alliance has found that 59% of the UK churches surveyed are reporting a marked increase in people interested in finding out more about the Christian faith. By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_welcomes_re_opening_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_welcomes_re_opening_of.aspx Fri, 12 Jun 2020 17:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham Usher has welcomed the Government announcement of churches opening for private prayer and small funerals from Monday June 15, but acknowledges that not all will be able to open straightaway. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/Ormesby_church_to_get_new_minister.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/Ormesby_church_to_get_new_minister.aspx Fri, 12 Jun 2020 09:00:00 GMT Rev Elizabeth Stoner has accepted the call to become minister at Light of Life Baptist Church in Ormesby St Margaret, and hopes to start by the autumn. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580173/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Children_of_God_should_be_who_we.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580173/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Children_of_God_should_be_who_we.aspx Wed, 10 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT Following the recent protests against racism in the USA and Great Britain, Andy Bryant is unhappy with being labelled as white, male, and middleclass; and suggests a more meaningful and purposeful identity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421153/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norwich_couples_mission_to_offer_hope_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421153/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norwich_couples_mission_to_offer_hope_and.aspx Wed, 10 Jun 2020 15:00:00 GMT Hope and Light was founded to help children living in shacks in South Africa to escape poverty, violence and abuse. Norwich Christian couple Dianne and Paul Cruickshank bring us up-to-date with the charity's amazing development. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580076/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/NewsLetter_SignUp/Newsletter_Sign_up.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/580076/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/NewsLetter_SignUp/Newsletter_Sign_up.aspx Mon, 08 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574710/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_community_pantry_feeds_hundreds.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574710/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_community_pantry_feeds_hundreds.aspx Mon, 08 Jun 2020 15:00:00 GMT A Norwich church's free community pantry scheme has fed a record 211 people from 55 families in the last week as it expands to meet increased demands. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582946/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Praying_provision_for_those_bound_in_poverty.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/582946/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Praying_provision_for_those_bound_in_poverty.aspx Mon, 08 Jun 2020 07:00:00 GMT Jill Gower invites us to focus our prayers on those who are struggling financially because of Covid-19, and to have an entrepreneur anointing. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579921/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Getting_closer_to_God_on_the_mountain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579921/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Getting_closer_to_God_on_the_mountain.aspx Sun, 07 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT Rev Suzanne Cooke has been climbing hills where she now lives in Northumberland, and describes how those experiences help her listen to God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579782/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Lockdown_is_time_for_the_church_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579782/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Lockdown_is_time_for_the_church_to.aspx Fri, 05 Jun 2020 11:00:00 GMT The current Covid-19 lockdown and its effects are one of the hardest things Gateway Vineyard pastor Craig Deal has ever had to cope with as a church leader, he told this week’s Transforming Norwich online meeting. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579634/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_based_pastor_founds_refuge_for_Malawi.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579634/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_based_pastor_founds_refuge_for_Malawi.aspx Thu, 04 Jun 2020 12:15:00 GMT Anne Simpson, a Pentecostal pastor living in Thrigby on the Norfolk Broads, had a vision two years ago for creating a refuge for women and children in Malawi. She is now seeing it turn into a reality. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579616/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Bishop_of_Lynn_is_set_to_retire.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579616/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Bishop_of_Lynn_is_set_to_retire.aspx Wed, 03 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Lynn, Rt Rev Jonathan Meyrick, is set to retire from his post next January, it was announced during a first-ever virtual Diocese of Norwich Synod yesterday. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579586/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Supporting_families_bereaved_during_pandemic.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579586/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Supporting_families_bereaved_during_pandemic.aspx Tue, 02 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT The challenges of being a funeral director during a pandemic are significant writes Norwich Christian director Kevin Cobbold. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579524/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Cromer_foodbank_coping_with_increased_demand.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579524/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Cromer_foodbank_coping_with_increased_demand.aspx Tue, 02 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT 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 adapted their procedures in order to cope. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_counsellor_helps_to_start_free_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_counsellor_helps_to_start_free_service.aspx Tue, 02 Jun 2020 13:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579599/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Loving_and_caring_must_be_the_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579599/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Loving_and_caring_must_be_the_new.aspx Mon, 01 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579348/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_youth_worker_starts_192_mile_fundraiser.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579348/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_youth_worker_starts_192_mile_fundraiser.aspx Mon, 01 Jun 2020 13:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579217/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Staying_Alert_is_part_of_our_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579217/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Staying_Alert_is_part_of_our_faith.aspx Sun, 31 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579086/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Suffolk_couples_missionary_move_to_Japan.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/579086/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Suffolk_couples_missionary_move_to_Japan.aspx Fri, 29 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578987/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Christ_Church_crafters_create_a_Quilt_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578987/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Christ_Church_crafters_create_a_Quilt_of.aspx Thu, 28 May 2020 13:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578870/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_launches_telephone_lifeline.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578870/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_launches_telephone_lifeline.aspx Wed, 27 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT 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. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578858/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Our_empty_streets_are_filled_with_love.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578858/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Our_empty_streets_are_filled_with_love.aspx Wed, 27 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT 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. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578757/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Matthew_Project_lockdown_challenge_raises_3k.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578757/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Matthew_Project_lockdown_challenge_raises_3k.aspx Wed, 27 May 2020 09:00:00 GMT 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. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578723/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Helping_Norfolk_churches_to_house_the_homeless.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578723/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Helping_Norfolk_churches_to_house_the_homeless.aspx Wed, 27 May 2020 07:00:00 GMT 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. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578717/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/High_school_helps_to_create_visors_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578717/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/High_school_helps_to_create_visors_and.aspx Tue, 26 May 2020 15:00:00 GMT Members of staff at Notre Dame Catholic High School have been busy producing PPE for the NHS and other frontline workers. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578697/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_joins_critics_of_Prime.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578697/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_joins_critics_of_Prime.aspx Mon, 25 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT 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. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578983/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Jill_invites_the_Church_to_become_living.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578983/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Jill_invites_the_Church_to_become_living.aspx Mon, 25 May 2020 07:00:00 GMT Jill Gower from the Call to Prayer ministry sees a new way of being Church during the Covid-19 lockdown, as we prepare our hearts to receive the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578533/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_time_for_courage_not_fear_love.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578533/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_time_for_courage_not_fear_love.aspx Sun, 24 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT As the lockdown restrictions begin to ease, Andy Bryant points out that we have an opportunity to rebuild society based on the values Jesus taught us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577834/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Martham_churches_foodbank_meets_local_needs.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577834/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Martham_churches_foodbank_meets_local_needs.aspx Thu, 21 May 2020 11:00:00 GMT The churches in Martham in East Norfolk are working to provide a foodbank to meet local needs during the coronavirus crisis, but this may become permanent after the lockdown eases. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578032/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Hundreds_of_online_CofE_services_across_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578032/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Hundreds_of_online_CofE_services_across_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 20 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT There are now over 240 church services being shared digitally across Norfolk and Waveney every week by the Church of England. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Major_Motivator_boosts_Norwich_church_viewers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Major_Motivator_boosts_Norwich_church_viewers.aspx Wed, 20 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich Salvation Army officer is helping draw thousands of people to online church services with his popular keep-fit videos as Major Motivator. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_pupils_thank_teachers_with_rainbow_videos.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_pupils_thank_teachers_with_rainbow_videos.aspx Wed, 20 May 2020 10:00:00 GMT Four Church of England schools in Norfolk have taken part in a national song initiative in time for Thank a Teacher Day on May 20. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578019/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Cathedrals_sacred_spaces_in_troubled_times.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578019/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Cathedrals_sacred_spaces_in_troubled_times.aspx Tue, 19 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT Janet Marshall finds she is inspired by special spaces such as Norwich Cathedral, and shares her thoughts in poetry. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578011/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Talks_to_mark_Richard_Caister_anniversary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578011/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Talks_to_mark_Richard_Caister_anniversary.aspx Tue, 19 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT St Stephen’s Church in Norwich will be holding a series of talks to mark the 600th anniversary of the death of the late-medieval poet and priest, Richard Caister http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577580/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Rural_Norfolk_church_offers_a_shop_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577580/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Rural_Norfolk_church_offers_a_shop_and.aspx Mon, 18 May 2020 12:30:00 GMT The Fountain of Life Church in Ashill is offering practical assistance to church members and many others in the wider community who need help during the current pandemic. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Thetford_applauds_an_NHS_volunteer_driver.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Thetford_applauds_an_NHS_volunteer_driver.aspx Mon, 18 May 2020 09:00:00 GMT After being furloughed, Andy Richardson, from St Mary’s Catholic church in Thetford, began coordinating support for vulnerable people in the parish. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577547/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Searching_for_rainbows_the_sign_of_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577547/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Searching_for_rainbows_the_sign_of_God.aspx Sun, 17 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon has been finding the rainbow images displayed in some people’s windows an encouraging reminder of God’s love. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577513/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Hundreds_meet_Christ_through_Norwich_FGB.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577513/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Hundreds_meet_Christ_through_Norwich_FGB.aspx Sat, 16 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT Hundreds of men and women have come to Christ through FGB dinners in Norwich, writes branch president Dr Barrie Lawrence, who is also Chairman of the National Council, FGB UK and Ireland. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577442/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_throws_open_its_virtual_doors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577442/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_throws_open_its_virtual_doors.aspx Fri, 15 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT Even though the church building closed in mid March, Christ Church in Eaton has thrown its virtual doors wide open for business and the church has been active in the community, too. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577313/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Thy_Kingdom_Come_offers_prayer_spaces_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577313/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Thy_Kingdom_Come_offers_prayer_spaces_for.aspx Fri, 15 May 2020 11:00:00 GMT Thy Kingdom Come is an international prayer initiative for the period between Ascension and Pentecost. Here Tim Yau, Pioneer Missioner for the Diocese of Norwich, encourages people to get involved. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Sheringham_girls_sing_in_virtual_children_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Sheringham_girls_sing_in_virtual_children_s.aspx Thu, 14 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT Two children from Sheringham have taken part in “The Blessing – Kids” sung by a virtual choir of children from all over the UK. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/576872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_church_makes_film_to_mark_anniversary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/576872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_church_makes_film_to_mark_anniversary.aspx Thu, 14 May 2020 14:20:00 GMT Dereham Baptist Church has celebrated its 237th anniversary by producing a wonderful video meditation on Psalm 23. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577176/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Mobile_friendly_new_look_for_Network_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577176/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Mobile_friendly_new_look_for_Network_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 14 May 2020 09:05:00 GMT The Network Norwich and Norfolk website has launched a modern refreshed design and responsive web system to give users a better display and experience on mobiles as well as laptops and tablets. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577114/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/They_were_always_heroes_and_always_will.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577114/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/They_were_always_heroes_and_always_will.aspx Wed, 13 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT As we prepare to Clap for our Carers again this week, Andy Bryant reminds us that these essential members of society will still be caring for us after the clapping falls silent. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/576939/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Friends_of_Norwich_Cathedral_celebrate_90th_anniversary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/576939/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Friends_of_Norwich_Cathedral_celebrate_90th_anniversary.aspx Tue, 12 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT For nine decades the Friends of Norwich Cathedral have been true champions of the historic landmark, and the group’s 90th anniversary will be celebrated with a special digital service By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/576487/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_can_cope_with_our_problems.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/576487/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_can_cope_with_our_problems.aspx Sun, 10 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT At a time when many people are fearful for the future, Ron Skivington reminds us that God is able to cope with all the situations which trouble us, from environmental concerns to the coronavirus pandemic. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/576446/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Science_faith_discussion_on_moral_values.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/576446/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Science_faith_discussion_on_moral_values.aspx Sat, 09 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT Over fifty people joined a meeting organised by Science and Faith in Norfolk exploring the contested idea of “Natural Moral Law”. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575406/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Video_brings_memories_of_South_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575406/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Video_brings_memories_of_South_Norfolk_churches.aspx Sat, 09 May 2020 11:00:00 GMT A group of South Norfolk churches has published an online video to keep alive the memory of the buildings until they can be visited again after the lockdown ends. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/576339/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/The_Way_Under_our_Feet_Bishop_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/576339/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/The_Way_Under_our_Feet_Bishop_s.aspx Thu, 07 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT Following the publication last month of “The Way Under Our Feet - a spirituality of walking” by the Rt Revd Graham Usher, Bishop of Norwich, we now publish a review by Robert Ashton. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/576121/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_gives_the_strength_we_need_during.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/576121/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_gives_the_strength_we_need_during.aspx Wed, 06 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT As Ruth Lilley faces the challenges of the coronavirus crisis, in particular home schooling, she remembers that it is God’s strength that keeps her going. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575880/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_biggest_challenge_of_my_life_so.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575880/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_biggest_challenge_of_my_life_so.aspx Wed, 06 May 2020 11:00:00 GMT This period of isolation is indeed the challenge of my life so far, and of my Christian faith, admits Norfolk County Council Chaplain, Rev Dr Liviu Barbu, but I give thanks to God for what I can learn and change through it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575910/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Christ_Church_Eaton_rises_to_the_challenges.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575910/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Christ_Church_Eaton_rises_to_the_challenges.aspx Tue, 05 May 2020 16:00:00 GMT Christ Church in Eaton has reinvented its worshipping life so as to provide a relevant service to the local community during the current lockdown. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575897/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_Church_provides_food_vouchers_for_people.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575897/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_Church_provides_food_vouchers_for_people.aspx Tue, 05 May 2020 10:00:00 GMT Norwich-based church Proclaimers has been able to raise thousands of pounds for families in need. And money continues to come in. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575864/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Aylsham_Church_s_phone_box_larder.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575864/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Aylsham_Church_s_phone_box_larder.aspx Mon, 04 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT Aylsham Parish Church has set up a Community Larder in a disused phone box on the Blickling Estate, to support the local community during the current lockdown. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577002/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Briston_church_providing_expert_support.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577002/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Briston_church_providing_expert_support.aspx Sun, 03 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT Briston Congregational Church operates a “chat line” manned by trained professionals which is now particularly active in supporting the community during the current lockdown. By Tony Rothe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575746/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Jesus_didn_t_keep_a_social_distance.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575746/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Jesus_didn_t_keep_a_social_distance.aspx Sun, 03 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Andrew Bryant is keeping his distance, but explains why he feels this should not become a permanent arrangement. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575645/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Lessons_for_lockdown_from_John_Wright.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575645/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Lessons_for_lockdown_from_John_Wright.aspx Fri, 01 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT Well-known Norfolk evangelist and former Norwich FGB president, John Wright, has recorded a video to recall lessons for lockdown learnt from the time he spent in prison many years ago. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575534/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2019_20/Norwich_foodbank_delivers_1000_parcels_in_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575534/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2019_20/Norwich_foodbank_delivers_1000_parcels_in_a.aspx Fri, 01 May 2020 10:00:00 GMT Norwich foodbank has delivered over 1000 emergency food parcels during April, despite the Covid-19 restrictions, thanks to support from extra volunteers, storage company Viking and landlords the Henderson Trust. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575516/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Gorleston_church_sets_up_community_helpline.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575516/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Gorleston_church_sets_up_community_helpline.aspx Thu, 30 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT St Mary Magdalene Church in Gorleston has launched a helpline to offer help to those in the community particularly affected by the lockdown. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575499/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Cycling_mishaps_can_t_stop_Fr_Sean.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575499/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Cycling_mishaps_can_t_stop_Fr_Sean.aspx Thu, 30 Apr 2020 15:00:00 GMT Fr Sean Connolly overcame two exploding bike tyres to heroically continue broadcasting his increasingly popular Evening Prayer podcast live, as he wheeled his bike back to St George’s in Norwich last week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575463/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_charity_launches_telephone_befriending.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575463/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_charity_launches_telephone_befriending.aspx Thu, 30 Apr 2020 11:00:00 GMT A new telephone befriending project called ‘Two’s Company’, has been developed by national Christian charity, Linking Lives UK, which recently launched a project in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575170/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_synagogue_helps_launch_foodbank.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575170/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_synagogue_helps_launch_foodbank.aspx Thu, 30 Apr 2020 09:00:00 GMT The Adat Yeshua Messianic Synagogue and NR2 Community Skill Share in Norwich have launched a foodbank to help feed people who are going hungry because of the Covid-19 crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575385/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Mind_the_gap_how_to_fill_our.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575385/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Mind_the_gap_how_to_fill_our.aspx Wed, 29 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Jane Clamp gives us an insight into how she has been filling the gap in our lives created by the lockdown. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Covid_19_survivor_praises_the_Norfolk_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Covid_19_survivor_praises_the_Norfolk_and.aspx Wed, 29 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT A 79-year-old woman who has recovered from the Covid-19 virus after treatment at the Norfolk and Norwich hospital says that she cannot praise NHS staff highly enough. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575121/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_offers_printing_and_perishables.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575121/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_church_offers_printing_and_perishables.aspx Wed, 29 Apr 2020 07:00:00 GMT St Francis church in Heartsease, Norwich, has offered to help families which are home schooling, and to run deliveries from its community fridge. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575166/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Yare_Valley_Churches_supporting_the_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575166/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Yare_Valley_Churches_supporting_the_community.aspx Tue, 28 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Churches in the Brundall and Blofield area, together with local councils and community groups and the local hardware shop have teamed up to provide community support during the coronavirus crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578270/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/An_invitation_to_speak_Shalom_over_families.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/578270/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/An_invitation_to_speak_Shalom_over_families.aspx Tue, 28 Apr 2020 07:00:00 GMT Jill Gower, Director of the Call to Prayer ministry, invites us to call down peace on families as they seek to adapt to the Government’s changing guidelines. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574971/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/King_s_Lynn_church_brings_free_shopping.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574971/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/King_s_Lynn_church_brings_free_shopping.aspx Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:00:00 GMT Gaywood church in King’s Lynn is pioneering a scheme to provide essential bundles to those in the community who are unable to do their normal shopping. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570053/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Stay_Connected_a_guide_to_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570053/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Stay_Connected_a_guide_to_Norfolk_church.aspx Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:00:00 GMT As churches across Norfolk turn to alternative ways to keep their services going and communities in contact through live streaming, podcasts and digital gatherings, we are launching a guide to such services, so please send us your details. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574994/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Cathedral_musicians_record_hymns_for_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574994/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Cathedral_musicians_record_hymns_for_Norfolk_churches.aspx Sun, 26 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral’s musicians are offering to record organ music for Churches across Norfolk to help with their digital worship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574963/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Aids_Norfolk_plea_to_stand_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574963/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Aids_Norfolk_plea_to_stand_with.aspx Sun, 26 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Churches and residents of Norfolk are being invited to stand in solidarity with the world’s most vulnerable people in new and innovative ways during Christian Aid Week (May 10-16), after almost 100,000 was raised locally last year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574917/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/NE_Norfolk_churches_supporting_the_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574917/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/NE_Norfolk_churches_supporting_the_community.aspx Sun, 26 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Members of the churches in the Coastal group of parishes are providing support for community during the coronavirus crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Churches_and_council_looking_after_Ludham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Churches_and_council_looking_after_Ludham.aspx Sun, 26 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Ludham Churches Together in association with Ludham Parish Council are providing a food and drink ordering and delivery service for villagers, including the collection of prescriptions. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_historic_churches_boosted_by_65k_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_historic_churches_boosted_by_65k_in.aspx Sun, 26 Apr 2020 11:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Churches Trust has awarded a total of 65,235 to 16 churches across the county and is still hoping that its annual fund-raising Bike Ride in September can go ahead, after cancelling its Stately Car Boot sale in May. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574819/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Pandemics_past_present_and_future.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574819/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Pandemics_past_present_and_future.aspx Sat, 25 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton is coming to terms with a new way of worshipping, and recalls the impact a previous pandemic had on his ancestors. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/576221/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Lets_pray_for_the_right_lifting_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/576221/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Lets_pray_for_the_right_lifting_of.aspx Fri, 24 Apr 2020 07:55:00 GMT As the Government prepares to announce its plans for the lifting of lockdown, Call To Prayer invites the Christian community to pray for divine guidance. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574666/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Cromer_foodbank_launches_delivery_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574666/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Cromer_foodbank_launches_delivery_service.aspx Thu, 23 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT The Cromer and District Foodbank has launched a delivery service during the current pandemic, but are running short of some specific items. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574635/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_breaks_Covid_isolation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574635/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_breaks_Covid_isolation.aspx Thu, 23 Apr 2020 16:15:00 GMT Each day Norwich Youth for Christ is giving young people in lockdown a chance to say ‘Hi’ online. Nick Blanch, Director of Norwich Youth for Christ, reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574749/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Let_s_pray_for_our_police_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574749/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Let_s_pray_for_our_police_and.aspx Thu, 23 Apr 2020 11:00:00 GMT Call to Prayer, which is based at the Light House in Fishergate, Norwich, invites the Christian community to join in praying for two groups which are on the frontline. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577195/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/A_prayer_for_those_who_are_feeling.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/577195/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/A_prayer_for_those_who_are_feeling.aspx Thu, 23 Apr 2020 07:00:00 GMT Jill Gower from the Call to Prayer ministry invites us to unite in prayer for those who are struggling with isolation or finding it hard to manage financially. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575464/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/A_call_to_pray_for_our_care.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575464/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/A_call_to_pray_for_our_care.aspx Thu, 23 Apr 2020 07:00:00 GMT The Call to Prayer ministry invites Christians in Norfolk and beyond to join in focussed prayer this week for some of the most vulnerable areas of our community. By Eldred Willey http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574550/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Charity_appeals_for_help_as_it_adapts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574550/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Charity_appeals_for_help_as_it_adapts.aspx Wed, 22 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT A Norfolk pregnancy loss charity has adapted its service to ensure it can continue to support bereaved parents throughout the Covid-19 crisis, and has issued a call for help to ensure it survives the effects of the pandemic. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574492/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Faith_and_Police_Together_could_be_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574492/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Faith_and_Police_Together_could_be_new.aspx Wed, 22 Apr 2020 13:00:00 GMT As the government considers the end of lockdown, the Christian Police Association is examining ways in which churches and the police could work together. Marie Reavey shares some ideas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574517/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_Cathedral_shares_homeschool_resources.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574517/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_Cathedral_shares_homeschool_resources.aspx Tue, 21 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral’s Schools and Families learning department has released new resources for parents and carers who are schooling their children from home. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Being_present_in_the_present_with_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Being_present_in_the_present_with_God.aspx Tue, 21 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT In the midst of the current turmoil, Andy Bryant has been counting his blessings, and realises that he has a lot to be grateful for. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574284/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/English_goes_online_to_support_BME_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574284/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/English_goes_online_to_support_BME_community.aspx Tue, 21 Apr 2020 09:00:00 GMT English +, the Norfolk language service for the Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) community, has moved its services online so as to continue to provide support during the coronavirus crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574160/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/King_s_Lynn_debt_centre_picks_up.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574160/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/King_s_Lynn_debt_centre_picks_up.aspx Mon, 20 Apr 2020 11:00:00 GMT The CAP Debt Centre in King’s Lynn is continuing to serve people with unmanageable debt, having moved its appointments from face-to-face to telephone. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_School_makes_face_masks_for_NHS.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/575228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_School_makes_face_masks_for_NHS.aspx Sun, 19 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Teachers from Norwich School have responded to NHS concerns about personal protective equipment by manufacturing their own. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574136/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/YMCA_scheme_is_life_saver_for_vulnerable.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574136/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/YMCA_scheme_is_life_saver_for_vulnerable.aspx Sun, 19 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Living in a modest semi in the Hellesdon area of Norwich, Elaine Tattersall is no less than a life-saver according to the two young refugees for whom she provides a home – and a whole lot more – as part of YMCA Norfolk vital Supported Lodgings scheme. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_did_God_use_so_much_space.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_did_God_use_so_much_space.aspx Fri, 17 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor James Knight has been reflecting on the vastness of creation, and shares his thoughts with us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573983/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Enjoyable_Norfolk_Christian_football_season_is_declared.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573983/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Enjoyable_Norfolk_Christian_football_season_is_declared.aspx Fri, 17 Apr 2020 11:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League has decided, along with other local FA leagues, to end the current season by expunging all games and results with no champions declared. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573871/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Landmark_Open_youth_venue_in_Norwich_closes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573871/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Landmark_Open_youth_venue_in_Norwich_closes.aspx Fri, 17 Apr 2020 09:00:00 GMT The landmark Open Youth Venue in Norwich has closed its doors for the final time after the Trust behind it was placed into voluntary liquidation earlier this week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573681/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Dereham_churches_throw_a_lifeline_to_shut.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573681/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Dereham_churches_throw_a_lifeline_to_shut.aspx Fri, 17 Apr 2020 09:00:00 GMT Churches in Dereham have united to provide emergency help to families and individuals who have been cut off by the coronavirus crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573671/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Soul_Foundation_reaches_thousands_with_free_meals.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573671/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Soul_Foundation_reaches_thousands_with_free_meals.aspx Thu, 16 Apr 2020 14:30:00 GMT The Soul Foundation is scaling up massively in response to the coronavirus crisis, and is now aiming to deliver 130,000 meals a month across the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Lady_Dannatt_backs_Christian_Covid_19_initiative.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Lady_Dannatt_backs_Christian_Covid_19_initiative.aspx Wed, 15 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Lady Dannatt, the Lord-Lieutenant of Norfolk has backed the new faithhopelovenorfolk initiative to help the Christian community across the county respond to the developing Covid-19 crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573653/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Thousands_of_Catholics_watch_online_Norfolk_Easter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573653/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Thousands_of_Catholics_watch_online_Norfolk_Easter.aspx Wed, 15 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Thousands of Catholics have watched live-streamed Masses from half-a-dozen Diocese of East Anglia churches in Norfolk over Easter, after churches were closed to physical congregations due to the coronavirus restrictions. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573599/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Prayer_lighthouses_shine_through_the_Covid_gloom.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573599/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Prayer_lighthouses_shine_through_the_Covid_gloom.aspx Wed, 15 Apr 2020 13:00:00 GMT The Call To Prayer ministry, based at the Light House in Fishergate, Norwich, has put together a prayer strategy to help maximise prayer cover during this current global Covid-19 crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573588/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Sprowston_church_offers_food_to_desperate_families.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573588/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Sprowston_church_offers_food_to_desperate_families.aspx Wed, 15 Apr 2020 11:00:00 GMT St Cuthbert’s Church, Sprowston, is offering to deliver food to local families facing a desperate shortage due to the current Covid-19 restrictions. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573580/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_churchs_crisis_care_team_give_Covid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573580/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_churchs_crisis_care_team_give_Covid.aspx Tue, 14 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT The Crisis Care Team at St Thomas Norwich church is supporting people who have been impacted by Covid-19 who may be self-isolating, unable to get out or are vulnerable, by picking up prescriptions, shopping, telephone support and prayer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573566/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Self_isolating_in_the_Upper_Room.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573566/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Self_isolating_in_the_Upper_Room.aspx Tue, 14 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT As he reflects on our isolated Easter celebrations this year, Andy Bryant realises that we need to be seeking lasting hope, not mere optimism. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573541/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_foodbanks_find_ways_to_carry_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573541/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_foodbanks_find_ways_to_carry_on.aspx Tue, 14 Apr 2020 13:55:00 GMT Across west and mid-Norfolk, foodbanks are adapting to the current crisis, putting measures in place which are enabling them to continue serving those who need emergency food. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Waveney_foodbank_feeds_hundreds_every_week.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Waveney_foodbank_feeds_hundreds_every_week.aspx Tue, 14 Apr 2020 11:00:00 GMT Waveney foodbank feeds hundreds of people in crisis every week across South Norfolk and North Suffolk and is continuing to do so in spite of the Covid-19 lockdown. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573452/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Hunstanton_Foodbank_remains_open_during_crisis.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573452/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Hunstanton_Foodbank_remains_open_during_crisis.aspx Mon, 13 Apr 2020 07:00:00 GMT The Hunstanton and District Foodbank is keeping its doors open during the Coronavirus crisis, but will deliver food parcels where possible. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573465/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Digital_resources_to_help_churches_connect.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573465/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Digital_resources_to_help_churches_connect.aspx Sun, 12 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT New and existing digital resources are being made available to churches across Norwich and Norfolk to help them reach people in need and communicate more effectively online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573384/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Jesus_has_the_final_word_on_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573384/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Jesus_has_the_final_word_on_the.aspx Sat, 11 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Jane Clamp has been reflecting on the Easter story, and her thoughts have been turning to the final words of Jesus on the cross: “It is finished.” http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573398/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishops_Easter_message_of_tears_into_joy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573398/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishops_Easter_message_of_tears_into_joy.aspx Sat, 11 Apr 2020 21:00:00 GMT In an online Easter message, Bishop Alan Hopes, says that as the Resurrection of Jesus teaches us, darkness is transfigured into brilliant light by God’s grace, our tears are turned into joy and our fears are turned into peace. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573379/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_group_distributes_prayer_book.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573379/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_group_distributes_prayer_book.aspx Sat, 11 Apr 2020 15:00:00 GMT If there ever was a time to pray it’s now! Norfolk-based Call to Prayer group has released a booklet of declarations and prayers for our nation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573328/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Our_faith_is_a_pearl_of_great.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573328/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Our_faith_is_a_pearl_of_great.aspx Sat, 11 Apr 2020 09:00:00 GMT Chair of the Methodist Church East Anglia District, Rev Julian Pursehouse, says our shared faith is like a pearl of great price in his Easter message. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573214/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_choristers_record_hymns_from_their_homes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573214/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_choristers_record_hymns_from_their_homes.aspx Fri, 10 Apr 2020 10:00:00 GMT While the Coronavirus pandemic has stopped Norwich Cathedral’s choristers from performing in concerts and services this Easter, the young people have not let the situation stop them from making music. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573211/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Over_360_Norfolk_clergy_gather_to_renew.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573211/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Over_360_Norfolk_clergy_gather_to_renew.aspx Fri, 10 Apr 2020 06:00:00 GMT In place of the annual Chrism Mass usually held in Norwich Cathedral on Maundy Thursday, over 360 clergy and licensed ministers gathered via Zoom to renew their commitment to ministry. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573239/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/_Do_not_be_afraid_He_has.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573239/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/_Do_not_be_afraid_He_has.aspx Thu, 09 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Suzanne Cooke brings a message of hope as we all endure the disruption, and for many the grief, caused by the coronavirus pandemic. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Maundy_money_given_for_service_of_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Maundy_money_given_for_service_of_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 09 Apr 2020 20:00:00 GMT Four local Christians received Maundy Money from Her Majesty The Queen. Rather than the usual service at St George’s Chapel, Michael Cassidy, Jack Burton, Eiler Mellerup and Jennifer Vere instead received theirs by post. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572933/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Matthew_Projects_work_even_more_vital_during.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572933/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Matthew_Projects_work_even_more_vital_during.aspx Thu, 09 Apr 2020 09:00:00 GMT During this time of lockdown and social isolation, the work of the Matthew Project across Norfolk is more vital than ever says its CEO, Andy Sexton. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573035/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/YMCA_Norfolk_supports_young_people_during_crisis.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573035/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/YMCA_Norfolk_supports_young_people_during_crisis.aspx Thu, 09 Apr 2020 08:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk’s housing services arm continues to provide a safe home for 240 young people, many with medium to high risk and often complex needs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573068/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Yarmouth_Foodbank_feeds_450_in_three_weeks.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/573068/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Yarmouth_Foodbank_feeds_450_in_three_weeks.aspx Wed, 08 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT The Great Yarmouth Foodbank Emergency Delivery Service has delivered emergency food parcels to more than 450 people in its first three weeks of operation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572681/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Norfolk_Christian_social_action_pioneer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572681/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Norfolk_Christian_social_action_pioneer.aspx Wed, 08 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to Norfolk Christian social action pioneer Theresa Cumbers, who was instrumental in the launch of the Magdalene Group and STEP in Norwich and Sharel in Beccles. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_Christian_initiative_launched_as_Covid_19.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_Christian_initiative_launched_as_Covid_19.aspx Wed, 08 Apr 2020 07:00:00 GMT With the backing of a wide range of Norfolk Christian leaders, Network Norfolk is today launching a new ecumenical project to help local churches and Christian groups respond to the Covid-19 crisis and is asking them to send us their project stories. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572749/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_Christian_leaders_back_faithhopelovenorfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572749/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norfolk_Christian_leaders_back_faithhopelovenorfolk.aspx Wed, 08 Apr 2020 06:00:00 GMT The “faithhopelovenorfolk” project has been backed by senior church and Christian organisation leaders from across the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572862/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_need_resurrection_hope_in_testing_times.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572862/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_need_resurrection_hope_in_testing_times.aspx Tue, 07 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Philip Young reminds us that God’s love is there for us, and that the Easter message is one of victory over death. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572816/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Light_House_brings_Facebook_Live_to_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572816/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Light_House_brings_Facebook_Live_to_the.aspx Tue, 07 Apr 2020 16:05:00 GMT During Holy Week the Light House in Norwich is presenting a series of Easter meditations on Facebook Live. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572541/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_pastor_completes_Covid_19_marathon_effort.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572541/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_pastor_completes_Covid_19_marathon_effort.aspx Mon, 06 Apr 2020 15:15:00 GMT Soul Church pastor, and Norwich City FC chaplain, Jon Norman has completed a 26.2 mile marathon in his back garden to raise over 20,000 for the local Covid-19 relief effort. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572657/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Zoom_online_licensing_is_a_first_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572657/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Zoom_online_licensing_is_a_first_for.aspx Sun, 05 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT In a first for the Diocese of Norwich, minister Rev Danny Doran-Smith has become the first to be licensed to his new role as a curate in Sprowston and New Catton online via Zoom. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572214/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_silence_that_nurtures_and_upholds.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572214/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_silence_that_nurtures_and_upholds.aspx Sun, 05 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Bryant is finding that social distancing is bringing less noise into his life, and explains how we might benefit from this. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Lady_Dannatt_asks_for_Norfolk_help_from.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Lady_Dannatt_asks_for_Norfolk_help_from.aspx Sun, 05 Apr 2020 11:15:00 GMT The Lord-Lieutenant of Norfolk, Lady Dannatt has written to all faith groups in the county to ask for their help in tackling the effects of the current coronavirus crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572403/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Easter_digital_worship_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572403/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Easter_digital_worship_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Fri, 03 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT While Norwich Anglican Cathedral’s historic building remains closed to help combat the spread of Covid-19, the Dean and Chapter will be helping people to mark Holy Week and Easter with a variety of videos and podcasts to aid worship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572346/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_reaches_out_to_other.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572346/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_reaches_out_to_other.aspx Fri, 03 Apr 2020 11:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has written to leaders of all the different faith communities across Norfolk assuring them of his prayers and expressing the hope that it might be a time for the varied communities to look to do more together in hope and love. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571898/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Time_of_growth_for_Norwich_sports_ministry.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571898/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Time_of_growth_for_Norwich_sports_ministry.aspx Fri, 03 Apr 2020 08:00:00 GMT The Sports Factory has been sharing the gospel through sport in Norwich since 2014 and is now holding regular fitness and prayer sessions online on Facebook and YouTube to help reach people during the Covid-19 crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572405/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_launches_her_own_new_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572405/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_launches_her_own_new_church.aspx Thu, 02 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Elspeth Rushbrook, a Norwich Christian author, artist and musician who recently publicly left the Church of England, is offering her own music and some readings at sundown on Good Friday to launch her new entirely independent church, Between the Stools. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571866/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwichs_message_of_hope_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571866/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwichs_message_of_hope_to.aspx Wed, 01 Apr 2020 23:30:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has written to ecumenical church leaders across Norfolk assuring them of his prayers, encouraging them to be there for the vulnerable and that there is 'a light that shines in the darkness'. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Relational_Mission_churches_go_online_across_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Relational_Mission_churches_go_online_across_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 01 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Relational Mission churches across Norfolk have moved their worship meetings online during the current crisis, providing songs, messages and prayers filled with hope. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571897/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/_Your_sins_are_forgiven.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571897/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/_Your_sins_are_forgiven.aspx Wed, 01 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT Mark Rostron continues his exploration of the subject of forgiveness – especially how much and at what point repentance comes into play – and looks at Jesus’ personal dealings with people requiring forgiveness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Vision_to_find_families_for_vulnerable_children.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Vision_to_find_families_for_vulnerable_children.aspx Wed, 01 Apr 2020 18:00:00 GMT Eight years ago, Thomas and Rachel Abbott left Norwich for Thailand with Care for Children to launch a new project. They returned this year, with three young children of their own, and an even bigger vision for their work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571558/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Sheringham_Salvation_Army_helping_the_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571558/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Sheringham_Salvation_Army_helping_the_community.aspx Mon, 30 Mar 2020 23:00:00 GMT Sheringham Salvation Army has been providing help for local people during the current coronavirus epidemic, and is preparing for a surge in demand for food parcels as the crisis deepens. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571364/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Wells_churches_set_up_telephone_call_line.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571364/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Wells_churches_set_up_telephone_call_line.aspx Sun, 29 Mar 2020 23:00:00 GMT Wells Churches Together has set up a call-line for anyone in Wells-next-the-Sea and surrounding villages who needs a friendly voice to talk to during the coronavirus crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Lent_began_last_Tuesday.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Lent_began_last_Tuesday.aspx Sun, 29 Mar 2020 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Bryant has found a source of hope during this wilderness experience which he, and no doubt may others, are currently experiencing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Christian_project_aims_to_combat_loneliness_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Christian_project_aims_to_combat_loneliness_in.aspx Sun, 29 Mar 2020 15:00:00 GMT A national initiative to address social isolation and loneliness has launched in Norfolk and is looking for churches and Christian agencies to work with it to address the issue, with the possibility of a 2,000 grant available. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571239/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Four_ways_to_pray_in_light_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571239/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Four_ways_to_pray_in_light_of.aspx Sat, 28 Mar 2020 16:00:00 GMT Hundreds of thousands of people have been infected by Covid 19 worldwide and the death toll is soaring. Christian mission organisation OMF has published some ways we can all respond in prayer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571223/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Taking_positives_from_Norfolk_Christian_football_season.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571223/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Taking_positives_from_Norfolk_Christian_football_season.aspx Sat, 28 Mar 2020 12:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League has issued a plea for positive stories from its teams, despite no football currently being played, and league chairman Jim Green offers his own thoughts on what we can draw from the current season. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571218/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Keep_the_faith_and_love_much_says.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571218/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Keep_the_faith_and_love_much_says.aspx Sat, 28 Mar 2020 12:00:00 GMT Chair of the Methodist Church East Anglia District, Rev Julian Pursehouse, calls on Methodists across East Anglia to watch over one another in love and express the deepest practical compassion for the most vulnerable members of our community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572078/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/YMCA_Norfolk_supports_the_vulnerable_during_crisis.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/572078/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/YMCA_Norfolk_supports_the_vulnerable_during_crisis.aspx Fri, 27 Mar 2020 12:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk is continuing to provide essential support to vulnerable young people and families across the county during the current Covid-19 outbreak. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571176/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Broadland_mans_mission_for_political_change.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/571176/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Broadland_mans_mission_for_political_change.aspx Fri, 27 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Simon Rous is on a mission to transform the political landscape and in December he stood in the General Election as a candidate for a new political party he founded, based on the values of integrity, fairness and kindness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_chance_to_volunteer_to_help_fight.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_chance_to_volunteer_to_help_fight.aspx Thu, 26 Mar 2020 12:00:00 GMT To help tackle the coronavirus crisis, the Government, the NHS and local councils across Norfolk have issued a plea for people to support vital services and vulnerable people by volunteering for a variety of roles. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/The_virtual_team_behind_the_Network_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/The_virtual_team_behind_the_Network_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 26 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT The team behind Network Norfolk have met virtually for the first time on Zoom to help co-ordinate their efforts in keeping communications open for the Norfolk Christian community during the coronavirus crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norfolk_event_in_Norwich_is_cancelled.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norfolk_event_in_Norwich_is_cancelled.aspx Wed, 25 Mar 2020 17:00:00 GMT The Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk event, due to be held at the Forum in Norwich on Saturday June 20, has been cancelled due to the Coronavirus pandemic. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Calling_all_teachers_and_families_with_children.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Calling_all_teachers_and_families_with_children.aspx Wed, 25 Mar 2020 15:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral Schools and Family Learning Department are here to support people with home learning. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570340/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Church_shifts_focus_to_vulnerable_and_needy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570340/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Church_shifts_focus_to_vulnerable_and_needy.aspx Tue, 24 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Now that public worship is suspended, Christ Church in Eaton has decided to channel its energy into supporting vulnerable people and keeping the community connected. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570608/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Join_Pope_Francis_praying_the_Lords_Prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570608/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Join_Pope_Francis_praying_the_Lords_Prayer.aspx Mon, 23 Mar 2020 10:00:00 GMT At this time of uncertainty and anxiety with churches closed for public worship, Pope Francis has called on the world’s Christians and people of goodwill to join together to pray the Lord’s Prayer today Wednesday, 25 March at 11am UK time (midday in Rome) http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566324/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_couple_find_freedom_and_take_it.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566324/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_couple_find_freedom_and_take_it.aspx Mon, 23 Mar 2020 10:00:00 GMT A former drug addict and his wife are serving on the streets of Norwich, helping other addicts to find freedom. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_Christian_project_delivers_picnic_parcels.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_Christian_project_delivers_picnic_parcels.aspx Mon, 23 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian community project ENYP will continue to deliver thousands of ‘picnic bags’ of fresh food during the Coronavirus period to those in need across the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570180/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Sheringham_church_de_camps_to_car_park.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570180/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Sheringham_church_de_camps_to_car_park.aspx Mon, 23 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT In common with the rest of the UK, the churches in Sheringham had their doors closed yesterday, but one church overcame the challenge by meeting in the open air in the church car park, whilst maintaining social distancing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570102/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_helps_keep_people_connected_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/570102/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_helps_keep_people_connected_in.aspx Sun, 22 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT At this important time, the Network Norfolk website will continue to share news of the local Christian community and to help with the vital role of keeping people connected. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_churches_team_up_for_online_National.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_churches_team_up_for_online_National.aspx Sat, 21 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Alive Church and Kingdom Life in Norwich are teaming up to bring church leaders from across the area together in a live broadcast on Sunday evening (March 22) at 7pm to coincide with the National Day of Prayer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569768/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Lady_Dannatt_joined_people_of_Norfolk_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569768/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Lady_Dannatt_joined_people_of_Norfolk_to.aspx Sat, 21 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT The Lady Dannatt MBE, HM Lord-Lieutenant of Norfolk, endorsed the call of the Bishop of Norwich to light candles last Sunday evening as a symbol of hope in this time of global crisis. Here is an extract of her message. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569911/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_Methodist_churches_suspend_public_worship.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569911/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_Methodist_churches_suspend_public_worship.aspx Fri, 20 Mar 2020 12:00:00 GMT Chair of the Methodist Church East Anglia District, Rev Julian Pursehouse, has written to Methodists across the region in light of the decision to suspend public worship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569619/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_set_to_keep_worship_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569619/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_set_to_keep_worship_and.aspx Thu, 19 Mar 2020 15:00:00 GMT Churches across Norfolk are responding to the developing Coronavirus crisis by pledging to keep their church communities going, despite many of them closing for public services because of government guidelines. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569569/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Growing_Norwich_charity_appeals_for_furniture.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569569/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Growing_Norwich_charity_appeals_for_furniture.aspx Thu, 19 Mar 2020 13:30:00 GMT The Christian charity House of Genesis has been given the use of an additional four-bed house in Thorpe St Andrew, enabling it to provide support for some of the most vulnerable members of our society at this critical time. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569544/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_Salvation_Army_rallies_to_support_homeless.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569544/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_Salvation_Army_rallies_to_support_homeless.aspx Thu, 19 Mar 2020 11:00:00 GMT Norwich Salvation Army has rallied to support the homeless and vulnerable people as a response to the coronavirus crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569408/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Spring.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569408/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Spring.aspx Thu, 19 Mar 2020 01:00:00 GMT The Spring edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569437/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_should_welcome_the_stranger.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569437/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/We_should_welcome_the_stranger.aspx Thu, 19 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon reminds us of the importance of extending a hand of welcome and friendship to the stranger in our communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569432/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Catholic_churches_closed_for_worship_but_open.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569432/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Catholic_churches_closed_for_worship_but_open.aspx Thu, 19 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Catholic churches across Norfolk are set to be closed for public worship from Friday March 20 until further notice in response to the Coronavirus pandemic, but will remain open for prayer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569417/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_church_to_live_stream_all_services.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569417/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_church_to_live_stream_all_services.aspx Wed, 18 Mar 2020 20:00:00 GMT SOUL Church is temporarily moving online and will be streaming its Sunday services on Facebook and YouTube. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Message_of_comfort_from_Norfolk_bishops.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Message_of_comfort_from_Norfolk_bishops.aspx Tue, 17 Mar 2020 20:00:00 GMT Anglican leaders Bishops Graham, Alan and Jonathan have written a message to assure the local churches and communities their prayers and loving support amid the coronavirus fears. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569112/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/C_of_E_says_public_worship_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569112/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/C_of_E_says_public_worship_to.aspx Tue, 17 Mar 2020 13:00:00 GMT Archbishops call for Church of England to become radically different as public worship put on hold to help stem spread of coronavirus http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/568888/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_pastors_Coronavirus_plea_to_be_kind.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/568888/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Norwich_pastors_Coronavirus_plea_to_be_kind.aspx Mon, 16 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT As the Coronavirus crisis deepens, Norwich church pastor Craig Deal has issued a plea to look out for the vulnerable, the poor and the lonely and to be kind to one another. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/568881/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Is_God_pointing_us_to_a_better.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/568881/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Is_God_pointing_us_to_a_better.aspx Mon, 16 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton reflects on the days when “Corona” had a very different meaning, and wonders what the current crisis can teach us about our modern lifestyles. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569012/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Church_responds_to_community_during_virus_outbreak.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/569012/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/faithhopelovenorfolk/Church_responds_to_community_during_virus_outbreak.aspx Sun, 15 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich church is responding to vulnerable people in Thorpe St Andrew and is committed to supporting the community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/568569/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Running_into_the_wind.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/568569/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Running_into_the_wind.aspx Thu, 12 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Ruth Lilley has been running, but a recent run was tougher than usual… http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/567113/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_former_Bishop_of_East.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/567113/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_former_Bishop_of_East.aspx Sat, 07 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to Archbishop Peter Smith, previously the second Catholic Bishop of East Anglia, who died peacefully yesterday, after a short illness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Corrie_ten_Boom_story_comes_to_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Corrie_ten_Boom_story_comes_to_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 06 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT The Oddments Theatre Company has created The Hiding Place, a dramatic reconstruction of the Corrie ten Boom story, and the show is available for a church or Christian organisation in Norfolk to present on a couple of dates in June. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2019_20/Norwich_Foodbank_gives_out_12_000_food.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2019_20/Norwich_Foodbank_gives_out_12_000_food.aspx Thu, 05 Mar 2020 12:30:00 GMT Norwich Foodbank has risen to the challenge of meeting a growing need, giving out 12,000 emergency food parcels in the last year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566751/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Coronavirus_advice_given_to_hundreds_of_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566751/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Coronavirus_advice_given_to_hundreds_of_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 05 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Hundreds of Anglican and Catholic churches across Norfolk have been given guidance on precautions to take in light of the current fast-developing Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation. Keith Morris reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566736/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Time_enough_to_fulfil_our_calling.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566736/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Time_enough_to_fulfil_our_calling.aspx Thu, 05 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Jane Clamp enjoyed her “leap day” last week, but wonders why we always seem to be so short of time. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566608/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Pilgrimage_of_the_Animals_to_highlight_extinction.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566608/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Pilgrimage_of_the_Animals_to_highlight_extinction.aspx Wed, 04 Mar 2020 12:00:00 GMT On Easter Saturday (April 11) there will be a ritual procession through the heart of Norwich to honour the creatures that have become endangered, and remember some that have already been lost. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566657/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Salvation_Army_to_host_Last_Night.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566657/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Salvation_Army_to_host_Last_Night.aspx Wed, 04 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT There will be plenty of flag-waving when the Norfolk Fellowship Brass of the Salvation Army stages a Last Night of the Proms concert at the Norwich Citadel on Friday March 13. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_gets_creative_with_Easter_story.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_gets_creative_with_Easter_story.aspx Sun, 01 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich church is embarking on a creative way to involve the local community in sharing in the Easter story. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566315/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/High_flying_Norfolk_couple_lead_inner_healing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566315/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/High_flying_Norfolk_couple_lead_inner_healing.aspx Fri, 28 Feb 2020 10:30:00 GMT A Norfolk couple are leading a national charity which offers healing for people with unhealthy ways of thinking about themselves and their relationships – all of which can result in unhelpful behaviour patterns. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Schools_help_Norwich_church_launch_kindness_revolution.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Schools_help_Norwich_church_launch_kindness_revolution.aspx Thu, 27 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT The 1000 Hours initiative from Gateway Vineyard in Norwich is up and running again this Lent with four Norfolk primary schools joining the “revolution of kindness”. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Distribution_of_ashes_marks_start_of_Lent.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Distribution_of_ashes_marks_start_of_Lent.aspx Thu, 27 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT On Ash Wednesday priests across the Diocese of East Anglia placed ashes on the foreheads of parishioners to mark the beginning of the season of Lent. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566109/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_minister_is_appointed_as_chaplain_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566109/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_minister_is_appointed_as_chaplain_to.aspx Thu, 27 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT A Norfolk church minister has been appointed to be a Chaplain to Her Majesty the Queen and said she is "completely bowled over" with the news. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/God_s_too_big_to_not_exist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/God_s_too_big_to_not_exist.aspx Wed, 26 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT James Knight demonstrates why it is logical and reasonable to believe that God exists. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/565853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bike_riders_raised_94k_for_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/565853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bike_riders_raised_94k_for_Norfolk_churches.aspx Mon, 24 Feb 2020 19:00:00 GMT Bike riders helped to raise almost 94,000 for churches in Norfolk in last September's Norfolk Churches Trust annual event. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/565575/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_good_Samaritan_in_an_unfamiliar_world.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/565575/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/A_good_Samaritan_in_an_unfamiliar_world.aspx Wed, 19 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT Keith Morris witnesses an example of empathy and comfort in an unlikely setting. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/565461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedral_to_host_special_Taizé_evening.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/565461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedral_to_host_special_Taizé_evening.aspx Tue, 18 Feb 2020 11:20:00 GMT Brother Paolo from the Taizé community is making a special visit to Norwich, during which Norwich Cathedral will host a time of prayer around the cross in the Taizé tradition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/565391/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Meet_the_Authors_at_Green_Pastures_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/565391/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Meet_the_Authors_at_Green_Pastures_in.aspx Mon, 17 Feb 2020 17:05:00 GMT Green Pastures is providing an opportunity to meet two authors who will share their stories and respond to questions in an informal atmosphere. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/565167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Matthew_Hutton_appointed_a_new_Deputy_Lieutenant.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/565167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Matthew_Hutton_appointed_a_new_Deputy_Lieutenant.aspx Thu, 13 Feb 2020 14:15:00 GMT Lady Dannatt, HM Lord-Lieutenant of Norfolk, has appointed Matthew Hutton, Pastor at St Barnabas in Norwich, as one of eleven new Deputy Lieutenants. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/565149/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_community_hub_work_begins_as_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/565149/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_community_hub_work_begins_as_appeal.aspx Thu, 13 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT Construction of an old hall set to be transformed into a vital community hub by YMCA Norfolk has begun, just as fundraising efforts surpass 1m. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/565043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Look_after_each_other_and_planet_Earth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/565043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Look_after_each_other_and_planet_Earth.aspx Thu, 13 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT Philip Young is urging a radical response to what many believe is a climate change emergency. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Eldred_is_new_editor_as_Jenny_moves.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Eldred_is_new_editor_as_Jenny_moves.aspx Sun, 09 Feb 2020 12:00:00 GMT Network Norfolk has appointed new content editor Eldred Willey as long-serving editor Jenny Seal moves to a new life in South Wales. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564501/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hillsong_London_worship_team_at_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564501/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hillsong_London_worship_team_at_Norwich_church.aspx Thu, 06 Feb 2020 11:00:00 GMT A team from Hillsong London will be leading an extended worship experience at the 5pm service at Proclaimers church in Norwich this Sunday (February 9). http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_bishops_sorrow_over_civil_partnerships_guidance.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_bishops_sorrow_over_civil_partnerships_guidance.aspx Thu, 06 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk’s three bishops have expressed their deep sorrow for the hurt and anger that was caused by the recent House of Bishops' guidance about civil partnerships. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564486/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_emancipation_of_women_100_years_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564486/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/The_emancipation_of_women_100_years_on.aspx Thu, 06 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT Suzanne Cooke wonders how far we have come in removing gender discrimination since women were given the right to vote over 100 years ago. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564418/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_safeguarding_survivors_urged_to_come_forward.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564418/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_safeguarding_survivors_urged_to_come_forward.aspx Tue, 04 Feb 2020 14:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich is carrying out a review of past safeguarding cases with a key focus on listening to survivors who want to come forward, alongside all 42 dioceses in the Church of England. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564315/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Waveney_Foodbank_opens_second_warehouse.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564315/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Waveney_Foodbank_opens_second_warehouse.aspx Tue, 04 Feb 2020 10:00:00 GMT Waveney Foodbank is opening a second warehouse to ensure people living in Bungay, Beccles, Halesworth and Poringland are not going hungry after a huge 50% increase in users. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_condems_Happy_Brexit_Day.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_condems_Happy_Brexit_Day.aspx Mon, 03 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has joined church and civic leaders, MPs and residents across Norfolk in condemning the racist “Happy Brexit Day” poster pinned up in a Norwich tower block on Friday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564212/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Rackheath_Land_Girl_is_latest_Life_Story.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564212/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Rackheath_Land_Girl_is_latest_Life_Story.aspx Fri, 31 Jan 2020 12:00:00 GMT Phyllis Wrench - a Rackheath Land Girl – is the subject of the latest Life Story biography produced by the team behind the Network Norfolk website. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Julia_is_new_leader_at_Norwich_CAP.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Julia_is_new_leader_at_Norwich_CAP.aspx Fri, 31 Jan 2020 09:00:00 GMT Christians Against Poverty has appointed Julia Morrish is to lead its Norwich team, which is based at Surrey Chapel in Botolph Street. CAP is a charity which helps people to escape overwhelming personal debts. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563604/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Ex_bowling_alley_in_Norwich_set_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563604/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Ex_bowling_alley_in_Norwich_set_to.aspx Thu, 30 Jan 2020 09:00:00 GMT A thriving Norwich church has ambitious plans for community outreach, having won planning permission to turn a former bowling alley into a new church and community centre. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564029/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/150_Christians_unite_for_chain_of_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/564029/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/150_Christians_unite_for_chain_of_prayer.aspx Wed, 29 Jan 2020 12:00:00 GMT Well over 150 people gathered in the Anglican Cathedral, Norwich during the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity to form a ‘Chain of Prayer’. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_cares_about_planet_Earth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/God_cares_about_planet_Earth.aspx Wed, 29 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT Following those much-reported speeches from Trump and Thunberg at last week’s World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos-Klosters, Ron Skivington shares some thoughts on the issue of caring for the planet. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563746/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Rector_of_Walsingham_National_Shrine_is.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563746/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Rector_of_Walsingham_National_Shrine_is.aspx Mon, 27 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT The appointment of the Rt Rev Mgr Canon Philip Moger as the next Rector of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham has been welcomed in East Anglia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Bishop_judge_and_paper_urge_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Bishop_judge_and_paper_urge_Norfolk_church.aspx Sat, 25 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT A Bishop, a retired High Court judge and now a local newspaper have urged a Norfolk church community to work together in reconciliation to resolve their differences. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563518/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Youth_services_in_East_of_England_cut.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563518/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Youth_services_in_East_of_England_cut.aspx Thu, 23 Jan 2020 10:00:00 GMT Figures uncovered by YMCA have revealed that in the East of England funding for youth services has been cut by a staggering 62% since 2010 by local authorities, just above the average cut of 60% right across England and Wales http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563517/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_saved_by_planners_from_demolition.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563517/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_saved_by_planners_from_demolition.aspx Wed, 22 Jan 2020 22:00:00 GMT A Methodist church in Norwich, home to a Chinese congregation and which opened in 2018, has been saved from demolition after a planning inspector gave it a reprieve from enforcement action ordered by Norwich City Council. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Living_intentionally_with_God_s_support.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Living_intentionally_with_God_s_support.aspx Wed, 22 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley is determined to live her life with greater purpose this year, and is relying on God to help her achieve this. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563478/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Salvation_Army_calls_for_toothbrushes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563478/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Salvation_Army_calls_for_toothbrushes.aspx Wed, 22 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army is calling for people to donate toiletries as well as food, and is employing a specialist social worker in Sheringham to help it tackle poverty in North Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563451/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Community_chaplaincy_puts_out_call_for_mentors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563451/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Community_chaplaincy_puts_out_call_for_mentors.aspx Tue, 21 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT Community chaplaincy Norfolk (CCN), which supports people coming out of prison, is inviting volunteers to join its next training course, which begins on Wednesday February 19. It will take place at the Kings Centre, 63-71 King Street, Norwich NR1 1PH. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_FGB_announces_programme_for_2020.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_FGB_announces_programme_for_2020.aspx Sat, 18 Jan 2020 10:00:00 GMT The Norwich branch of the FGB has just released its 2020 evening dinner programme which includes many outstanding speakers and talented musicians. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563144/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Youth_leagues_team_up_for_Norfolk_football.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563144/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Youth_leagues_team_up_for_Norfolk_football.aspx Fri, 17 Jan 2020 10:00:00 GMT The youth section of the Norfolk Christian Football League has joined forces with Norfolk FA and the county’s other four youth leagues to help deliver a localised Respect campaign #NorfolkFootballisPositive. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563181/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Historic_Norwich_services_during_Christian_Unity_Week.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563181/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Historic_Norwich_services_during_Christian_Unity_Week.aspx Thu, 16 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT Two historic services involving both Norwich cathedrals, plus an Ecumenical Chain of Prayer, will take place as part of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in Norwich from January 18 to 25. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563142/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Swaffham_vicar_rejects_call_to_ring_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563142/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Swaffham_vicar_rejects_call_to_ring_church.aspx Wed, 15 Jan 2020 12:00:00 GMT The vicar of Swaffham has disagreed with a local town councillor over a proposal for church bells to ring out to celebrate Brexit on January 31. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563072/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Children_a_gift_from_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563072/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Children_a_gift_from_God.aspx Wed, 15 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT Linda Nnene shares with us her thoughts about how many children a couple may choose to have. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562582/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_priest_sees_climate_change_devastation_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562582/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_priest_sees_climate_change_devastation_in.aspx Thu, 09 Jan 2020 12:00:00 GMT Thanks to Christian Aid, a Norwich priest has seen first-hand how climate change is already devastating lives in Ethiopia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562666/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_offers_breakfast_and_singing_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562666/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_offers_breakfast_and_singing_for.aspx Wed, 08 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT A brand new activity for babies and their parents or carers will be starting on January 13 at Christ Church, Eaton, Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562533/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_can_we_not_agree_on_what.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562533/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/How_can_we_not_agree_on_what.aspx Tue, 07 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton is urging us to pursue a new spirit of co-operation and understanding as we enter the new decade. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562487/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/Place_of_Welcome_to_be_set_up.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562487/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/Place_of_Welcome_to_be_set_up.aspx Mon, 06 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT Plans are underway to establish a Place of Welcome at St George's Community Cafe in Great Yarmouth early this year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/1800_charities_receive_cash_from_failed_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/1800_charities_receive_cash_from_failed_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 02 Jan 2020 12:00:00 GMT A Charity Commission investigation into the Mid Norfolk-based Dove Trust is coming to an end with up to 1800 charities receiving back around two-thirds of the money they are owed from the former charitygiving.co.uk website http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562307/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norwich_tributes_for_true_priest_pastor_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562307/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norwich_tributes_for_true_priest_pastor_and.aspx Thu, 02 Jan 2020 12:00:00 GMT St George's, Tombland, Norwich has announced that its former priest-in-charge, Rev Canon John Minns, peacefully passed away at home yesterday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562176/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_worker_Abi_makes_book_project_funding.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562176/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_worker_Abi_makes_book_project_funding.aspx Thu, 02 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT A former Norwich charity worker has just launched a crowdfunding campaign to help fund a project to produce a desperately-needed series of new books for early readers in Indonesia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Language_of_Love_at_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Language_of_Love_at_Christmas.aspx Fri, 27 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon has been visiting Germany, and realises how much better God is at breaking down communication barriers than she feels she is. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562151/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hundreds_enjoy_Christmas_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562151/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hundreds_enjoy_Christmas_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Tue, 24 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT From festive concerts to a Christmas Procession with Carols, hundreds of people are enjoying taking part in seasonal events at Norwich Cathedral in the run-up to Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Taverham_church_helps_to_feed_the_hungry.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Taverham_church_helps_to_feed_the_hungry.aspx Mon, 23 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT A church in Taverham near Norwich is providing food to vulnerable members of the local community this Christmas, with help from food donations from Tesco. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562067/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/All_I_want_for_Christmas_Is_Hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562067/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/All_I_want_for_Christmas_Is_Hope.aspx Mon, 23 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT Jane Clamp brings us words of encouragement as we light candles to herald the imminent arrival of Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_calls_on_MPs_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_calls_on_MPs_to.aspx Sat, 21 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, has called on Norfolk and Waveney MPs to be concerned for the poor and marginalised, to care for the planet and to help bring society back together in the wake of the recent divisive general election. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562037/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Christmas_message_from_the_Bishop_of_East.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562037/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Christmas_message_from_the_Bishop_of_East.aspx Sat, 21 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT In his Christmas message, Catholic Bishop Alan Hopes talks about the coming of Jesus Christ in the Nativity as a struggle between light and darkness in which there is only one victor. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Salvation_Army_delivers_hampers_to_5_300.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/562033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Salvation_Army_delivers_hampers_to_5_300.aspx Fri, 20 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT By Christmas Day, The Salvation Army will have delivered Christmas presents and food parcels to at least 5,296 people in Norfolk following referrals from across the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561993/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_receives_400_gifts_from_church_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561993/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_receives_400_gifts_from_church_and.aspx Fri, 20 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has received nearly 400 gifts for children and young people through a partnership with Norwich City Football Club and SOUL Church in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/YMCA_Norfolk_is_looking_for_volunteers_across.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Volunteer_link/YMCA_Norfolk_is_looking_for_volunteers_across.aspx Thu, 19 Dec 2019 12:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk is looking for a range of volunteers for its work with vulnerable or homeless young people in projects in Norwich, North Norfolk and East Norfolk including youth work, gardening, befriending and retail. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561936/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_different_kind_of_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561936/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_different_kind_of_Christmas.aspx Thu, 19 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Frere-Smith reminds us that not everyone in our society is able to enjoy a happy and joyful Christmas time. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561824/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_treats_almost_11_000_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561824/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_treats_almost_11_000_to.aspx Mon, 16 Dec 2019 13:25:00 GMT Last night SOUL Church hosted the final performance of its Christmas spectacular The Wonder, having welcomed over 10,500 people to 14 free shows over two weekends. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_delivers_250_hampers_to_vulnerable.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_delivers_250_hampers_to_vulnerable.aspx Mon, 16 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT Proclaimers church has delivered over 250 luxury Christmas hampers to the most vulnerable and forgotten families in both Norwich and Ipswich over the last few days. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561815/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_Truth_and_Knowledge_of_Christianity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561815/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_Truth_and_Knowledge_of_Christianity.aspx Mon, 16 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT James Knight explains that we cannot really know what it is like to be a Christian until we experience God for ourselves. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_packs_hampers_for_domestic_abuse.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_packs_hampers_for_domestic_abuse.aspx Fri, 13 Dec 2019 10:00:00 GMT Members of a Norwich church have been busy packing Christmas hampers with festive treats for people who have experienced domestic abuse and their children in Leeway refuges across Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561679/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Waiting_on_Christ.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561679/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Waiting_on_Christ.aspx Thu, 12 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT In the midst of the busy run-up to Christmas, Suzanne Cooke is suggesting that we pause and take time to contemplate the One whose coming we celebrate. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561528/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_League_title_race_is_wide.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561528/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_League_title_race_is_wide.aspx Tue, 10 Dec 2019 14:00:00 GMT As the Norfolk Christian Football League adult division approaches the season’s half-way mark, the title race is wide open and the most exciting for a number of years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561527/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Dereham_Christian_shares_three_generations_of_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561527/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Dereham_Christian_shares_three_generations_of_mission.aspx Tue, 10 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT Three generations of Nesta Volle’s family have chosen to leave their country and live in another place to share the Christian faith. After 40 years as missionaries in Italy, Nesta and husband Paul live in Dereham, still keen to share their love of God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561384/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/SOUL_Church_gives_Norwich_the_Wonder_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561384/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/SOUL_Church_gives_Norwich_the_Wonder_of.aspx Sun, 08 Dec 2019 08:00:00 GMT At 10am on Saturday, December 7 SOUL Church opened its doors to the first of 14 free performances of its Christmas spectacular The Wonder, treating an audience of over 500 people to a show that pulls out all the stops. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561386/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Community_Mission_target_for_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561386/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Community_Mission_target_for_Norfolk_churches.aspx Sun, 08 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT Norwich-based Relational Mission, made up of Christian-based churches, has launched its 20/20 mission initiative to reach 20 more places across Norfolk and north Suffolk over the next 20 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561364/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Angels_spread_joy_for_Norfolk_prison_inmates.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561364/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Angels_spread_joy_for_Norfolk_prison_inmates.aspx Sun, 08 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT Inmates in a Norfolk prison will send heartfelt messages and gifts to their children to open on Christmas morning even though they are miles away, thanks to an innovative Christian project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Faith_and_prayer_behind_award_winning_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Faith_and_prayer_behind_award_winning_Norfolk.aspx Sat, 07 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT The headteacher of an award-winning complex needs school in South Norfolk has revealed the faith and prayer that helped to win a ten-year battle to complete the 14m state-of-the-art school. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561304/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Gladiator_for_the_Gospel_visits_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561304/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Gladiator_for_the_Gospel_visits_Norfolk_church.aspx Fri, 06 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT Warren Furman went from poverty to riches overnight when he bulked-up his body with dangerous anabolic steroid injections to become a member of the ‘Gladiators’ hit TV show back in the 1990s. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561218/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_launches_appeal_for_new_Norwich_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561218/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_launches_appeal_for_new_Norwich_community.aspx Thu, 05 Dec 2019 12:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has launched a public fundraising appeal to raise 25,000 for its innovative plans to build a community hub, including a nursery, cafe and soft play area, in the heart of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561093/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_challenges_of_an_Advent_Election.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561093/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_challenges_of_an_Advent_Election.aspx Wed, 04 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT Philip Young is urging us to vote in next week’s general election, and reminds us of the values that Jesus stands for. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_curates_change_of_heart_leads_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_curates_change_of_heart_leads_to.aspx Tue, 03 Dec 2019 11:00:00 GMT The journey from a campfire in Uganda to become a church minister on a Norwich housing estate has been full of unexpected twists and turns for Zimbabwean Isaac Sibanda. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561038/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Mayor_Sheriff_and_Moderator_mark_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/561038/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Mayor_Sheriff_and_Moderator_mark_Norwich_church.aspx Tue, 03 Dec 2019 10:00:00 GMT The Lord Mayor and Sheriff of Norwich along with the Co-Moderator of the URC General Assembly attended a special service at Princes Street United Reformed Church on Sunday, December 1, exactly 200 years to the day since their first service was held. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560957/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_s_shantytown_stage_school_dream.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560957/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_s_shantytown_stage_school_dream.aspx Mon, 02 Dec 2019 12:00:00 GMT Award-winning Norwich soprano, Emma Nuule, sang her heart out on stage in the Namibian capital Windhoek recently as the latest step in her God-inspired dream to set up a performing arts school in a nearby shantytown. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560743/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_chief_calls_on_faith_groups_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560743/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_chief_calls_on_faith_groups_to.aspx Thu, 28 Nov 2019 12:00:00 GMT Norfolk Chief Constable Simon Bailey has called on faith groups across Norwich to join together with the Police to help to tackle issues such as addiction, homelessness and child criminal exploitation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560688/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Winter_Good.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560688/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Winter_Good.aspx Wed, 27 Nov 2019 12:00:00 GMT The Winter edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560674/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_outstanding_leader_Richard_Jarrold.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560674/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_outstanding_leader_Richard_Jarrold.aspx Wed, 27 Nov 2019 12:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to “outstanding leader” Norwich Christian businessman Richard Jarrold, MD of Jarrold Retail Division for 40 years and President of YMCA Norfolk for 40 years, who has died aged 85. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560653/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/World_class_teaching_benefits_Norfolk_church_leaders.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560653/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/World_class_teaching_benefits_Norfolk_church_leaders.aspx Wed, 27 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT Over 120 leaders across Norfolk attended the Global Leadership Summit at Drayton Hall, Norwich on November 14th and 15th. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560633/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Thank_God_for_our_politicians.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560633/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Thank_God_for_our_politicians.aspx Wed, 27 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT As the general election campaign intensifies, Andrew Bryant encourages us to be more positive about what our politicians do. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560374/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Urgent_repair_grants_made_to_15_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560374/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Urgent_repair_grants_made_to_15_Norfolk.aspx Sun, 24 Nov 2019 12:00:00 GMT Grants worth 74,000 to carry out urgent repairs at 15 Norfolk churches have been made by the Norfolk Churches Trust. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Over_50_Norfolk_churches_need_12m_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Over_50_Norfolk_churches_need_12m_of.aspx Sat, 23 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT Over 50 Norfolk medieval churches need more than 12m in urgent repairs, a leading heritage conservation charity has warned. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_ex_offenders_charity_appeals_for_more.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_ex_offenders_charity_appeals_for_more.aspx Thu, 21 Nov 2019 12:00:00 GMT Community Chaplaincy Norfolk (CCN), which supports ex-offenders to rebuild their lives after prison, appealed for more volunteer mentors and financial support at its first annual meeting at St Stephen’s Church in Norwich last night. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560095/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_gospel_of_forgiveness_of_sins.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/560095/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_gospel_of_forgiveness_of_sins.aspx Thu, 21 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT Mark Rostron has been exploring the areas of repentance and forgiveness in the gospels, and share his thoughts with us here. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558402/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_challenged_to_join_fight_against.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558402/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_challenged_to_join_fight_against.aspx Tue, 19 Nov 2019 00:10:00 GMT Following a challenge from the chair of the National Christian Police Association to join the battle against drug crime and addiction, churches and Christians from Norwich and Norfolk are praying for transformation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559888/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Catholic_social_action_team_commissioned_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559888/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Catholic_social_action_team_commissioned_in_Norwich.aspx Mon, 18 Nov 2019 12:00:00 GMT The work of Catholic social action organisation Caritas East Anglia was formally commissioned by the Rt Rev Alan Hopes, Bishop of East Anglia, at the Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich on November 17, followed by a special celebration lunch. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559806/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_s_new_cookbook_helps_fight.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559806/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_s_new_cookbook_helps_fight.aspx Mon, 18 Nov 2019 11:00:00 GMT A group of church members from St Thomas Norwich have found a creative way to highlight and fund the fight against modern slavery in Norwich and Norfolk, by producing a new cookbook ‘Taste of Freedom: Eat Well and Fight Modern Slavery'. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559592/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_gets_green_light_for_Norwich_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559592/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_gets_green_light_for_Norwich_community.aspx Thu, 14 Nov 2019 08:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has received planning approval to renovate the Jubilee Hall on Aylsham Road and turn it into a Community Hub with an Ofsted registered nursery, Nourish Café and carvery, and a soft play centre. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559588/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Street_Partnership_closes_after_12_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559588/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Street_Partnership_closes_after_12_years.aspx Thu, 14 Nov 2019 06:00:00 GMT After 12 years of bringing a calming Christian presence onto the late-night streets of Norwich clubland through its team of City Pastors, Norfolk Street Partnership has closed with immediate effect. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559607/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Enough_shopping_days_to_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559607/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Enough_shopping_days_to_Christmas.aspx Thu, 14 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley is looking forward to Christmas, but finds herself wondering whether her festive preparations are sufficiently advanced! http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559403/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/FGB_national_chairman_shares_faith_story_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559403/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/FGB_national_chairman_shares_faith_story_in.aspx Tue, 12 Nov 2019 09:00:00 GMT Dr Barrie Lawrence told of how from being a disappointed young man he became one of the happiest people on earth and is now the FGB national chairman, at the Norwich FGB dinner on Tuesday December 10. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559456/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_church_and_football_league.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559456/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_church_and_football_league.aspx Mon, 11 Nov 2019 12:00:00 GMT A man who helped to found a Norwich church and the Norfolk Christian Football League, and also looked after over 100 children, has died at the age of 80. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_its_inspirational_clients.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_its_inspirational_clients.aspx Sat, 09 Nov 2019 09:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk held its Annual Celebration and Awards Ceremony at the Open Norwich Youth Trust on November 7, to recognise the amazing transformations of its young people, families, staff and volunteers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559277/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_Graham_enthroned_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559277/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_Graham_enthroned_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Fri, 08 Nov 2019 18:00:00 GMT A welcome service and enthronement of Bishop Graham was held at Norwich Cathedral. The new bishop comes to Norfolk with a passion for encouraging people to flourish in their faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559214/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_opens_community_cafe_at_Mousehold.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559214/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_opens_community_cafe_at_Mousehold.aspx Thu, 07 Nov 2019 14:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has opened a community cafe to serve the Mousehold area of the city with good food, a warm welcome and a place to feel at home. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559163/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_happiest_place_to_live.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/559163/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_happiest_place_to_live.aspx Thu, 07 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT Mark Fairweather-Tall explains what he believes an abundant, happy life should look like. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558670/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Was_Jesus_involved_in_politics.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558670/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Was_Jesus_involved_in_politics.aspx Thu, 31 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT Following the announcement this week of a general election on December 12, Suzanne Cooke discusses the extent to which Jesus was involved in the politics of His time. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558617/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Churches_learn_to_be_dementia_friendly_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558617/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Churches_learn_to_be_dementia_friendly_in.aspx Wed, 30 Oct 2019 10:00:00 GMT With an increasingly elderly population across the UK, Churches Together in King’s Lynn are helping churches get equipped to become dementia-friendly, with a training meeting on November 6 featuring input from experienced professionals. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558611/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_School_of_Prophets_November_gathering.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558611/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_School_of_Prophets_November_gathering.aspx Wed, 30 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT First Love Global Ministries co-founders Alaric and Jane Hunt will be speaking in Norwich on Saturday November 16, and all are welcome to come along. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/South_Norfolk_church_brings_hope_this_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/South_Norfolk_church_brings_hope_this_Christmas.aspx Tue, 29 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT Hope Church is seeking nominations for people in the community who may appreciate a lovely surprise gift this Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558173/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_gang_member_speaks_of_meeting_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558173/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_gang_member_speaks_of_meeting_God.aspx Fri, 25 Oct 2019 11:00:00 GMT Former teenage knife gang member Robert Bragg told a Norfolk audience how an encounter with God in a Police cell helped him to give up a life of violence and crime. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_mens_group_inspired_by_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_mens_group_inspired_by_a.aspx Thu, 24 Oct 2019 11:00:00 GMT A monthly Christian men’s group was set up in Norwich in April 2016, inspired by a question from a leader of women’s Bible study Zoë Group. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558234/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Your_chance_to_support_the_work_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558234/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Your_chance_to_support_the_work_of.aspx Thu, 24 Oct 2019 07:00:00 GMT The Network Norwich and Norfolk website is marking its 14th anniversary of service to the Norfolk Christian community this month and is asking readers to express their support for the service provided by considering joining its 100 Friends Appeal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_works_through_us_to_provide_abundantly.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/558208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_works_through_us_to_provide_abundantly.aspx Wed, 23 Oct 2019 23:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon reminds us that God calls on us to feed the hungry, and that He will generously provide if we do so. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_climate_activists_join_London_protest.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_climate_activists_join_London_protest.aspx Thu, 17 Oct 2019 23:00:00 GMT Two Norwich Christian climate activists have been taking part in the current climate change protests taking place in London as part of Christian Climate Action. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/Gorleston_curate_inducted_as_vicar.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/Gorleston_curate_inducted_as_vicar.aspx Thu, 17 Oct 2019 23:00:00 GMT Rev Matthew Price has been inducted as vicar of St Mary Magdalene Church in Gorleston, having served as Curate in Charge there for the last two years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557762/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Christian_charity_offers_next_steps_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557762/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Christian_charity_offers_next_steps_to.aspx Thu, 17 Oct 2019 10:30:00 GMT A new recovery centre officially opens this week in Norwich. Run by The Matthew Project, the 1m centre provides people in recovery from addiction a vital community in which to thrive and move on with their lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557777/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Daphnes_life_of_love_war_and_tortoises.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557777/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Daphnes_life_of_love_war_and_tortoises.aspx Thu, 17 Oct 2019 10:00:00 GMT The team behind Network Norfolk and the Good News for Norfolk newspaper recently completed their first Life Story commission, an engaging and entertaining memoir ‘Love, War and Tortoises’ that captures the highs and lows of 88-year old Daphne Dennis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_is_with_us_in_the_flood.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_is_with_us_in_the_flood.aspx Tue, 15 Oct 2019 23:00:00 GMT Jane Clamp advises us to remember God’s presence during the floods in our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557724/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_s_first_community_recovery_centre_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557724/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_s_first_community_recovery_centre_to.aspx Mon, 14 Oct 2019 23:00:00 GMT This week sees the launch of a brand new 1m Norwich-based centre providing space for hundreds of vulnerable people in recovery from addiction. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Ashill_church_celebrates_5_years_of_CAP.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Ashill_church_celebrates_5_years_of_CAP.aspx Mon, 14 Oct 2019 10:00:00 GMT On October 6 the Fountain of Life Church at Ashill held a service to celebrate five years of the Mid Norfolk CAP Debt Centre and heard testimony of its life-changing impact. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557559/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Diss_church_extends_warm_welcome_to_Ghanian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557559/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Diss_church_extends_warm_welcome_to_Ghanian.aspx Sat, 12 Oct 2019 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of East Anglia, Rt Rev Alan Hopes, has celebrated Mass at Holy Trinity Parish, Diss, with new parish priest, Father Alex Anaman, who arrived in Norfolk from Ghana in West Africa in August. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557557/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Catholics_create_penny_paths_of_peace.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557557/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Catholics_create_penny_paths_of_peace.aspx Fri, 11 Oct 2019 23:00:00 GMT St George’s Parish in Norwich has decided to get ‘Hands On’ and link with a Colombian community to help create a brighter future for young people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556964/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Who_has_the_power_to_tell_our.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556964/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Who_has_the_power_to_tell_our.aspx Tue, 08 Oct 2019 23:00:00 GMT Suzanne Cooke reflects on the significance, relevance and importance of telling stories. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557173/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/South_Norfolk_youth_ministry_celebrates_tenth_birthday.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/557173/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/South_Norfolk_youth_ministry_celebrates_tenth_birthday.aspx Mon, 07 Oct 2019 11:00:00 GMT Integrate Youth For Christ in Diss is marking its tenth birthday and has issued an open invitation to join them at a celebration event on October 12. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555116/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_renamed_to_Bridge_Fellowship.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555116/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_renamed_to_Bridge_Fellowship.aspx Sat, 05 Oct 2019 19:00:00 GMT Norwich based Living Waters Pentecostal Fellowship has changed its name to Bridge Fellowship and has plans to serve its local community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556968/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/S_Norfolk_s_tin_church_buoyed_by.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556968/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/S_Norfolk_s_tin_church_buoyed_by.aspx Fri, 04 Oct 2019 08:00:00 GMT The pastor of a South Norfolk Tin Tabernacle has described how his rural church is thriving, through Open the Book outreach, good links with the community and enthusiastic worship, and appeals for a projector to aid their services. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556783/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Scheme_to_protect_Norfolk_churches_is_working.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556783/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Scheme_to_protect_Norfolk_churches_is_working.aspx Thu, 03 Oct 2019 11:55:00 GMT A scheme to help protect Norfolk’s churches from the threat of lead theft has been praised by the Police and Crime Commissioner after police figures showed a near 50 per cent fall in such crimes since its launch two years ago. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556766/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_prayer_ministry_develops_Light_House_vision.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556766/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_prayer_ministry_develops_Light_House_vision.aspx Thu, 03 Oct 2019 11:00:00 GMT Call to Prayer, a Christian prayer movement in Norwich which started life as Eden Ministries around 1995, took on its new name just a few years later, expressing a fresh season in the life of the ministry, and it is about to enter another one. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556857/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Knitted_house_in_Norwich_Cathedral_shows_homeless.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556857/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Knitted_house_in_Norwich_Cathedral_shows_homeless.aspx Wed, 02 Oct 2019 23:00:00 GMT Norwich-based homelessness charity St Martins has constructed a woollen house that provides a visual representation of the scale of homelessness in England and is on display in Norwich Cathedral in October. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Beware_of_restricting_the_truth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Beware_of_restricting_the_truth.aspx Wed, 02 Oct 2019 23:00:00 GMT James Knight is concerned about a conference in Scotland last week where permission to contribute to the debate was determined by skin colour. He shares his concerns with us here: http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556771/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_take_part_in_Coastal_Prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556771/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_take_part_in_Coastal_Prayer.aspx Tue, 01 Oct 2019 23:00:00 GMT Christians gathered all around the British coast at noon on Saturday September 21 to worship and say the Lords Prayer together, with the Norfolk coastal communities playing their part. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556697/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwichs_plea_to_MPs_over.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556697/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwichs_plea_to_MPs_over.aspx Mon, 30 Sep 2019 11:00:00 GMT The new Bishop of Norwich has written to MPs in Norfolk and Waveney about the hostile tone of recent debates on Brexit in Parliament, calling on them to speak with respect, listen to each other and hear from the marginalised in society. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556633/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Faith_politics_and_business_do_mix_says.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556633/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Faith_politics_and_business_do_mix_says.aspx Sun, 29 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT Breckland district councillor and cabinet member Gordon Bambridge, who is a Christian and a businessman, believes there is no issue at all mixing faith, politics and business. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556564/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Thetford_church_pastor_s_mission_to_empower.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556564/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Thetford_church_pastor_s_mission_to_empower.aspx Sat, 28 Sep 2019 15:00:00 GMT Thetford church pastor and mother of three Steph Williams helps women live connected and empowered lives – a mission that even saved one woman’s life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556573/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Death_of_North_Walsham_Salvation_Army_stalwart.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556573/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Death_of_North_Walsham_Salvation_Army_stalwart.aspx Fri, 27 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT Salvation Army's Ellen Christian has died at the age of 67. During her lifetime she helped the vulnerable in London and 'could always see the best in people'. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556563/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_based_Roger_is_first_minister_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556563/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_based_Roger_is_first_minister_of.aspx Fri, 27 Sep 2019 11:00:00 GMT With over 70 recordings to his name, Norfolk musician Roger Mayor was the Church of England’s first-ever Minister of Music and is used to leading crowds of over 10,000 people in worship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556378/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Archbishop_thrilled_by_youth_plans_for_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556378/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Archbishop_thrilled_by_youth_plans_for_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 26 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT Last summer the Sisters of the Community of All Hallows held a Dragon’s Den style event to find a new occupier for the site. The exciting new plans have been agreed and have the support of the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Is_the_message_of_Jesus_relevant_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Is_the_message_of_Jesus_relevant_in.aspx Wed, 25 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT Philip Young believes that we can only resolve the crises currently facing our country and this planet if we turn back to the message of love that Jesus teaches us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556226/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Queen_s_honour_for_churchwarden_Janet.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556226/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Queen_s_honour_for_churchwarden_Janet.aspx Sun, 22 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT In her four decades of living in the small South Norfolk village of Brockdish, Churchwarden Janet Croxson has made a big contribution, which has been recognised by the Queen. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Marriage_prep_day_beneficial_to_civil_ceremonies.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Marriage_prep_day_beneficial_to_civil_ceremonies.aspx Sun, 22 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT Latest figures show that, for the first time ever, less than one quarter (24%) of all marriages are religious ceremonies. Does the church still have a role in marriage preparation? http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556164/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Exciting_time_for_Norwich_church_football_team.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/556164/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Exciting_time_for_Norwich_church_football_team.aspx Sat, 21 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT The community focus of a Norwich church football team has led to growing numbers of players and one even paying for an entire new team strip as a way of saying thanks. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555965/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Hundreds_to_take_part_as_Christian_youth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555965/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Hundreds_to_take_part_as_Christian_youth.aspx Thu, 19 Sep 2019 10:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Youth Football League kicks off on Saturday (September 21), with 21 teams competing at Under 12, Under 14 and Under 16 age groups. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555841/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Vineyard_win_Norfolk_Christian_league_tournament.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555841/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Vineyard_win_Norfolk_Christian_league_tournament.aspx Wed, 18 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT The curtain-raising tournament for the new Norfolk Christian Football League season took place last weekend (September 14) with a seven-team competition won by Gateway Vineyard. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/He_will_wipe_away_every_tear.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/He_will_wipe_away_every_tear.aspx Tue, 17 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon tells us about a friend with a tragic past, but whose life is now filled with hope. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515448/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Piano_star_Alan_shares_his_faith_story.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515448/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Piano_star_Alan_shares_his_faith_story.aspx Tue, 17 Sep 2019 11:00:00 GMT With music and song, a former rock and pop pianist who played alongside some of the biggest stars in the world of rock music shared the moving story of how came to faith in Christ as guest speaker at a supper evening in Norwich on October 8. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555808/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Global_mission_role_for_retired_Norwich_Minister.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555808/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Global_mission_role_for_retired_Norwich_Minister.aspx Tue, 17 Sep 2019 10:00:00 GMT A spiritual jolt during a conference in 2016 compelled retired church minister from Thorpe St Andrew, Rev David Adams, to take on a new development role for the global mission organisation World Outreach International. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_authors_novel_examines_mental_health.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_authors_novel_examines_mental_health.aspx Sun, 15 Sep 2019 19:00:00 GMT Retired clinical psychologist, Angela Hobday, from West Norfolk, has taken up the pen to bring a new awareness to mental health issues through her novels including the latest, Red Cabbage Blue, published by Instant Apostle on September 19. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555716/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_couple_s_climate_concern.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555716/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_couple_s_climate_concern.aspx Sat, 14 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT Norwich church members, Jim and Sue Green, are motivated by their Christian faith to actively engage in the current climate breakdown protest movement. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555670/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/South_Norfolk_churchs_faith_mission_at_Czech.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555670/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/South_Norfolk_churchs_faith_mission_at_Czech.aspx Fri, 13 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT A 10-strong team, all from Hope Community Church Wymondham, has helped shine out a message of hope and faith at a thriving Christian school in the Czech Republic. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555146/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Share_a_meal_and_you_share_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555146/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Share_a_meal_and_you_share_life.aspx Fri, 13 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT As the season of Harvest festivals approaches, Rev Edward Carter has been reflecting upon the importance of sharing meals in our relationships with others. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555381/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Norfolk_Christian_projects_pop_up_summer_activities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555381/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Norfolk_Christian_projects_pop_up_summer_activities.aspx Wed, 11 Sep 2019 14:00:00 GMT During the summer holidays ENYP and Wymondham Youth Bus partnered together to deliver a range of youth work, ‘pop up’ provision and engagement opportunities in locations across the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555386/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_couple_celebrate_in_sickness_and_health.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555386/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_couple_celebrate_in_sickness_and_health.aspx Wed, 11 Sep 2019 11:00:00 GMT When Tom and Amy Stevenson made their wedding vows to one another a year ago, the words ‘in sickness and in health’ could not have been more poignant. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555475/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Christian_supports_young_people_affected_by.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555475/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Christian_supports_young_people_affected_by.aspx Tue, 10 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT Local Christian businesswomen and psychologist Tanya Heasley runs a coaching business to address the negative effect of anger in young people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555467/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Funding_boost_for_Norfolk_pilgrimage_route.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555467/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Funding_boost_for_Norfolk_pilgrimage_route.aspx Tue, 10 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT Plans to waymark a medieval pilgrimage route between Norwich Cathedral and Walsingham have received a 31,000 funding boost. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/No_Comment_just_prayers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/No_Comment_just_prayers.aspx Tue, 10 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Bryant suggests that, following a week of turmoil in Parliament, our prayers are needed more urgently than our opinions. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555238/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_needed_as_pop_up_shoebox.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/555238/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_needed_as_pop_up_shoebox.aspx Mon, 09 Sep 2019 05:00:00 GMT Trish Ellse, Regional Manager in the East for Samaritan’s Purse, is appealing to churches across Norfolk to consider becoming Church Collection Centres for Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes during the National Collection Week this November. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554914/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_children_enjoy_days_out_with_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554914/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_children_enjoy_days_out_with_Christian.aspx Sat, 07 Sep 2019 08:00:00 GMT This summer thanks to ENYP’s partnerships with attractions and organisations across the county, ENYP offered a range of different trips and activities for children and young people as part of a new initiative ‘Hit the Road’.  http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Autumn_Good.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Autumn_Good.aspx Thu, 05 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT The Autumn edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554977/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Show_love_by_listening_without_interrupting.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554977/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Show_love_by_listening_without_interrupting.aspx Wed, 04 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley has been reflecting on the way we listen to others, and shares her thoughts with us here. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_and_Norwich_charity_warnings_over_no.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_and_Norwich_charity_warnings_over_no.aspx Thu, 29 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT The new Bishop of Norwich has signed an open letter voicing concerns about the potential cost of a no-deal Brexit while Norwich Foodbank has also warned of the dangers to the poorest people in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554694/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_ups_and_downs_of_a_cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554694/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_ups_and_downs_of_a_cathedral.aspx Wed, 28 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT The Helter Skelter may have gone from Norwich Anglican Cathedral but the debate rages on about fairground rides, crazy golf and controversial films in places of worship. John Betts gives his view. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554305/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Pharisee_in_the_mirror.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554305/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Pharisee_in_the_mirror.aspx Tue, 27 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT Mark Rostron suggests that we look at our own response to Jesus’ commands before we readily condemn the Pharisees in the New Testament. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554361/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Police_Officer_urges_church_to_tackle.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554361/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Police_Officer_urges_church_to_tackle.aspx Mon, 26 Aug 2019 08:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian police officer Marie Reavey who leads the national initiative Faith and Police Together, believes God is calling the church to step up and tackle the issue of addiction and is putting together a toolkit to help. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554440/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/From_global_mentoring_to_vicar_of_West.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554440/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/From_global_mentoring_to_vicar_of_West.aspx Sat, 24 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT Rev Rachel Alexander, who has spent the past few years praying for and mentoring people around the world through her Norwich-based Prophetic Lighthouse ministry, has taken up the position of Vicar Designate for St Mary’s Church in Snettisham. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554138/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_Forum_urges_end_to_unfair.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554138/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_Forum_urges_end_to_unfair.aspx Wed, 21 Aug 2019 08:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Lynn and a group of Norfolk Christians interested in criminal justice, have been inspired by a Norwich Judge to urge Government to intervene on behalf of prisoners held under the now abolished Imprisonment for Public Protection sentencing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554245/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Being_proactive_for_your_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554245/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Being_proactive_for_your_faith.aspx Tue, 20 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton wonders whether we should be taking more action to promote our churches. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554222/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Bishop_of_Norwich_set_for_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554222/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Bishop_of_Norwich_set_for_a.aspx Tue, 20 Aug 2019 11:00:00 GMT The new Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham Usher is set to be warmly welcomed to the Diocese of Norwich at five special services across Norfolk in November. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554057/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Three_Sisters_renew_their_vows_at_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554057/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Three_Sisters_renew_their_vows_at_Norfolk.aspx Sun, 18 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT Three junior Sisters from the Daughters of Divine Charity, based in Norfolk, renewed their vows for another year on August 14. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554015/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Two_Norfolk_churches_receive_funding_boost.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/554015/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Two_Norfolk_churches_receive_funding_boost.aspx Sun, 18 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT Parish churches in Beighton, near Acle, and Thursford, near Fakenham have both received substantial grants from the National Churches Trust towards essential repairs and improvements. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553862/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_nun_Sister_Mary_Richard_is_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553862/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_nun_Sister_Mary_Richard_is_a.aspx Wed, 14 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT A well-known Norwich Catholic nun has celebrated an impressive 60 years of service with the Congregation of Jesus. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553859/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Come_and_join_a_prayer_chain_around.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553859/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Come_and_join_a_prayer_chain_around.aspx Wed, 14 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT Jen Gaskin is calling on people to form a prayer chain around the British coastline on September 21, and Norfolk Christians are urged to take part. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553851/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Bungay_priest_has_narrow_escape_as_cross.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553851/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Bungay_priest_has_narrow_escape_as_cross.aspx Wed, 14 Aug 2019 17:00:00 GMT Bungay parish priest, Father Charles Fitzgerald-Lombard, had a narrow escape at the weekend as violent winds blew a stone cross onto the roof of St Edmund’s church sacristy while he was in there. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553727/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Seeing_it_differently_in_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553727/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Seeing_it_differently_in_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Tue, 13 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT Mark Fairweather Tall went with his family to enjoy a new experience currently in place in Norwich Cathedral, and urges us to take on the challenge to see the world differently. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553741/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Plea_to_support_YMCA_Norfolk_in_national.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553741/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Plea_to_support_YMCA_Norfolk_in_national.aspx Mon, 12 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has been shortlisted for four awards in the 2019 National YMCA Youth Matters Awards and it is asking for your support to help showcase their work across the country. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553722/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Demand_grows_for_Norwich_charitys_picnic_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553722/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Demand_grows_for_Norwich_charitys_picnic_project.aspx Mon, 12 Aug 2019 18:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian charity ENYP provides food for thousands of families who struggle to make ends meet and put food on the table. Last year they fed 8,500 and a growing demand in 2019 means they expect this number to rise. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Inspirational_author_and_CEO_speaks_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Inspirational_author_and_CEO_speaks_in_Norwich.aspx Thu, 08 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT Author, charity CEO and former probation officer, Peter Gladwin, spoke at the FGB dinner in Norwich on Monday September 9 at the presidential Suite of the Mercure Hotel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553590/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Helter_skelter_ride_launched_inside_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553590/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Helter_skelter_ride_launched_inside_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Wed, 07 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT A 55ft helter skelter has been built in Norwich Cathedral’s nave as the centrepiece of a project that aims to give people the chance to experience the Cathedral in an entirely new way and open up conversations about faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553533/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_former_Norwich_Elim_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553533/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_former_Norwich_Elim_church.aspx Wed, 07 Aug 2019 11:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to former Norwich Elim church minister Gerry Turner, who died on August 1, aged 71, after a six-month journey with cancer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553422/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Blessed_be_the_fruit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553422/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Blessed_be_the_fruit.aspx Tue, 06 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT Jane Clamp has been enjoying a harvest from her soft fruit bushes, and reflects how her care of those bushes reminds her of God’s relationship with us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553241/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_plan_to_plant_up.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553241/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_plan_to_plant_up.aspx Sat, 03 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT An ambitious programme to plant ten new churches or revitalise existing ones over the next five years has been announced by the Diocese of Norwich, backed by a 2m grant from the Church of England. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553018/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_youth_team_hoofs_it_to_Hopton.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553018/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_youth_team_hoofs_it_to_Hopton.aspx Thu, 01 Aug 2019 06:00:00 GMT The Norwich Youth for Christ team embarked on an incredible 84-mile walk along the entire Norfolk Coastal Path in three days to raise almost 3,000 for their schools work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553017/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Connecting_with_God_s_creation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/553017/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Connecting_with_God_s_creation.aspx Wed, 31 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT Suzanne Cooke urges us to get closer to God’s wonderful creation as part of our walk with Jesus. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514713/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_charity_seeks_crime_victims_to_tell.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514713/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_charity_seeks_crime_victims_to_tell.aspx Fri, 26 Jul 2019 08:30:00 GMT A prison fellowship group is appealing for people who have been victims of crime - however long ago - to tell of their experience to a group of prisoners as part of a restorative justice course. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552575/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_launches_800k_appeal_in_community_hub.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552575/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_launches_800k_appeal_in_community_hub.aspx Thu, 25 Jul 2019 08:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has launched an 800,000 appeal to help make its dream of creating a new community hub near Norwich city centre become a reality. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552600/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Climate_change_emergency_or_not.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552600/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Climate_change_emergency_or_not.aspx Wed, 24 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT James Knight is challenging some of the assertions being made by the climate change lobby, and shares his thoughts about what our response should be. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552525/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Town_Pastors_are_in_the_pink_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552525/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Town_Pastors_are_in_the_pink_at.aspx Wed, 24 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT Pink sheep and pink Festival Pastors are two of the best-known elements of the popular Latitude music and arts festival which took place at Henham Park in Suffolk last weekend (July 18 to 21) http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552577/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Christian_charity_on_the_road_to_offer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552577/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Christian_charity_on_the_road_to_offer.aspx Tue, 23 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT This summer ENYP and Wymondham Youth Bus will be working in partnership together to reach out to communities across Norfolk and beyond. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552521/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_feature_in_national_heritage_race.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552521/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_feature_in_national_heritage_race.aspx Tue, 23 Jul 2019 09:00:00 GMT Ten Norfolk churches are set to be part of a non-stop race against the clock by Churches Conservation Trust Chief Executive, Peter Aiers, to visit 50 churches in 50 hours to mark the charity’s 50 years of caring for historic places of worship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552439/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_returns_changed_after_Watoto_visit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552439/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_returns_changed_after_Watoto_visit.aspx Mon, 22 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT Rebecca Lake, a 22-year old Christian student from Norwich, has returned from two weeks volunteering with the Baby Watoto project in Uganda with a new perspective on faith and life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552284/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_County_Councillors_vote_to_retain_prayers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552284/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_County_Councillors_vote_to_retain_prayers.aspx Mon, 22 Jul 2019 11:00:00 GMT This afternoon (Monday) Norfolk County Councillors voted in strong support of retaining the practice of prayer in the Council Chamber before full Norfolk County Council meetings. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552419/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Salvation_Army_report_shows_Norfolk_care_inequality.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552419/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Salvation_Army_report_shows_Norfolk_care_inequality.aspx Sun, 21 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT A new report on adult social care by The Salvation Army shows that Norfolk County Council is amongst the local authorities with the lowest spending power for the care of older people in England. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552422/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Celebrating_the_colourful_diversity_of_creation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552422/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Celebrating_the_colourful_diversity_of_creation.aspx Sat, 20 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT Rev Patrick Jordan, Vicar of St Matthew’s Thorpe Hamlet, explains why he, along with other Christians, will be attending Norwich Pride on Saturday July 27. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552068/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/We_need_a_revolution_of_love_now.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/552068/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/We_need_a_revolution_of_love_now.aspx Wed, 17 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT Philip Young argues that if we follow God’s command to love one another, we would stop causing so much damage to our planet. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551916/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Trustees_needed_for_new_Norwich_churches_Night.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551916/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Trustees_needed_for_new_Norwich_churches_Night.aspx Mon, 15 Jul 2019 12:00:00 GMT The team behind last year’s Norwich Winter Night Shelter, staffed by volunteers from churches across the city, are appealing for trustees to head up a new charity that will continue and build on this important work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551876/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_music_duo_make_top_five_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551876/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_music_duo_make_top_five_in.aspx Mon, 15 Jul 2019 08:00:00 GMT Norwich-based musical duo The Family Table have made it to number five in this month’s UK Christian Independent Charts with the song Home from their debut EP. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551836/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_initiative_to_tackle_food_poverty.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551836/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_initiative_to_tackle_food_poverty.aspx Fri, 12 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich church is aiming to help tackle food poverty for families in Norwich with a new initiative to collect useful items for hungry kids this summer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551830/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Christian_youth_charity_runs_summer_trips.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551830/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Christian_youth_charity_runs_summer_trips.aspx Fri, 12 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT This summer ENYP are are launching 'Hit the Road', a range of different trips and activities for children and young people, many of whom have never visited anywhere outside their local area. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551769/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Video_captures_sights_and_sounds_of_Celebrate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551769/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Video_captures_sights_and_sounds_of_Celebrate.aspx Thu, 11 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT 2019: A short video capturing the sights and sounds of the Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk Christian community showcase event at the Forum in Norwich, on Saturday June 29, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546984/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/Official_opening_of_pregnancy_loss_charity_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546984/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/Official_opening_of_pregnancy_loss_charity_in.aspx Thu, 11 Jul 2019 10:00:00 GMT Local charity TimeNorfolk supports people who experience pregnancy loss, including miscarriage, stillbirth and termination. They have opened a new office in Great Yarmouth which means they can extend the service to more people. Helen Baldry reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551639/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Former_Norfolk_schoolboy_is_on_the_path.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551639/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Former_Norfolk_schoolboy_is_on_the_path.aspx Thu, 11 Jul 2019 09:00:00 GMT The Vatican has approved the Sainthood cause of John Bradburne, a Franciscan missionary and former Norfolk schoolboy, who cared for a colony of lepers in Zimbabwe before being murdered by guerrillas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551717/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Church_must_listen_and_build_bridges.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551717/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Church_must_listen_and_build_bridges.aspx Wed, 10 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Bryant is concerned at some of the political developments in recent years, and explains that the Church has a vital role to play in listening to the concerns and struggles of the people in our communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551488/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Radical_Church_bus_helps_reach_people_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551488/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Radical_Church_bus_helps_reach_people_on.aspx Mon, 08 Jul 2019 21:00:00 GMT Members of Radical Church have refurbished a double decker bus to use for Christian outreach on the streets of Norwich. Church leader Matt Richards says that people’s lives are being totally transformed as they encounter Jesus. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Historic_day_as_five_men_are_ordained.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Historic_day_as_five_men_are_ordained.aspx Sun, 07 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT An event unprecedented in the 43-year history of the Diocese of East Anglia took place on Saturday July 6 in St John’s Cathedral, Norwich, when five men were ordained as priests on a single day. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551206/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Alison_s_story_serving_others.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551206/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Alison_s_story_serving_others.aspx Wed, 03 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon tells the story of a young lady who has inspired her through her desire to help others. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551088/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_priests_and_deacons_are_ordained_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551088/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_priests_and_deacons_are_ordained_in.aspx Tue, 02 Jul 2019 14:00:00 GMT Over 20 new priests and deacons were ordained into the Diocese of Norwich by the Bishop of Thetford, Alan Winton, at Norwich Anglican Cathedral on Saturday June 29 on the hottest day of the year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551046/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_Norwich_church_aims_to_make_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551046/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_Norwich_church_aims_to_make_a.aspx Tue, 02 Jul 2019 07:00:00 GMT A new church, which wants to make a positive impact on the lives of those in the local community, is set to be launched in Taverham near Norwich in July. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551039/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Engaging_young_people_in_science_faith_discussions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551039/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Engaging_young_people_in_science_faith_discussions.aspx Tue, 02 Jul 2019 06:00:00 GMT The different viewpoints of science and religious faith can often create anxiety, confusion and bewilderment for young people. This was explored at a recent event in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551038/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Former_cop_and_crook_speak_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/551038/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Former_cop_and_crook_speak_at_Norwich.aspx Sun, 30 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT A former Policeman and a former crook, whose lives were both changed when they met Jesus, spoke at the FGB dinner in Norwich on Thursday July 18 at the presidential Suite of the Mercure Hotel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550976/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/A_celebration_of_faith_in_action_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550976/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/A_celebration_of_faith_in_action_in.aspx Sun, 30 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT 2019: Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk marked its tenth anniversary in style on Saturday (June 29) with a full day of free activities, entertainment and exhibitions on the hottest day of the year at the Forum and Millennium Plain in Norwich city centre. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550790/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Dinosaur_puppet_at_RNS_ahead_of_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550790/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Dinosaur_puppet_at_RNS_ahead_of_Cathedral.aspx Wed, 26 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT A 28-ft prehistoric puppet called Ploddy will be stomping around the Royal Norfolk Show this afternoon (Thursday 27 June) to mark the 12-month countdown to Dippy the dinosaur’s visit to Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Noticing_people_the_way_Jesus_does.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Noticing_people_the_way_Jesus_does.aspx Tue, 25 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley encourages us to notice the other people around us, and seize opportunities to interact with them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550499/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Marking_ten_years_of_Celebrate_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550499/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Marking_ten_years_of_Celebrate_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 25 Jun 2019 11:00:00 GMT 2019: John Betts, director of Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk, looks back over ten years of the Christian charity’s events. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Lasting_legacy_of_Gambian_charitys_Norfolk_Founder.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Lasting_legacy_of_Gambian_charitys_Norfolk_Founder.aspx Mon, 24 Jun 2019 19:00:00 GMT Janet Clark from Mattishall, founder of the Christian charity Gambian Aid Through Education, has died aged 75, having devoted her retirement years to raising funds and coordinating life-changing aid for one of the poorest countries in the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_soprano_takes_to_the_stage.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_soprano_takes_to_the_stage.aspx Mon, 24 Jun 2019 10:00:00 GMT Award-winning soprano Emma Nuule, from Norwich, is staging a major charity concert in Namibia in September, teaming up with talented Namibian baritone Paul-William Shipanga, to raise funds to help disadvantaged children in the country. Jenny Seal reports http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_league_honours_long_serving_referee.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_league_honours_long_serving_referee.aspx Fri, 21 Jun 2019 11:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League has honoured Referees Secretary, Chris Allen, for wonderful service to the league with the award of the Sam Hollinger trophy. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550337/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Celebration_ball_raises_7_500_for_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550337/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Celebration_ball_raises_7_500_for_work.aspx Wed, 19 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk held its annual celebration ball on Friday June 14 at Wensum Valley Hotel and Golf Club, raising an impressive 7,500 for the organisation, its young people and services. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550199/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Age_UK_champion_fulfils_blessing_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550199/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Age_UK_champion_fulfils_blessing_to.aspx Wed, 19 Jun 2019 10:00:00 GMT Before he died last November, the Norfolk Christian journalist and former President of Norwich FGB Mike Wiltshire gave his wife, Lois, his blessing to fulfil her dream to skydive. On Saturday Lois Wiltshire took the plunge in aid of Age UK Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/7_billion_people_and_each_one_special.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/7_billion_people_and_each_one_special.aspx Tue, 18 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT Ian Boughton has been contemplating the enormity of the world population, and marvels that God knows us all by name. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549329/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_couples_rain_soaked_trek_for_Compassion.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549329/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_couples_rain_soaked_trek_for_Compassion.aspx Tue, 18 Jun 2019 09:00:00 GMT Paul and Linda Coleman, from SOUL Church, trekked a 100-mile from King’s Lynn to Great Yarmouth in wet weather, camping under the clouds, to raise money for Compassion’s Togo infant mortality appeal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550057/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Rosie_Hope_founder_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550057/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Rosie_Hope_founder_of.aspx Sat, 15 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT Personal tributes have been paid to the strong Christian faith of Rosie Hope who, with husband Michael, founded Open Christmas in Norwich 25 years ago. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550038/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/A_decade_of_showing_the_church_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/550038/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/A_decade_of_showing_the_church_in.aspx Sat, 15 Jun 2019 10:00:00 GMT 2019: In June, Christian charity Celebrate Norfolk is marking ten years of celebrating and showcasing the work of the Christian community across Norwich and Norfolk. Here is a look back over those ten years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Dementia_friendly_group_in_Bowthorpe_celebrates.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Dementia_friendly_group_in_Bowthorpe_celebrates.aspx Thu, 13 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT The Oaks Friday Friendship Group celebrated its second birthday at the ecumenical Bowthorpe Church with an open day recently. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549847/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Early_drawing_of_Norwich_Cathedrals_west_window.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549847/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Early_drawing_of_Norwich_Cathedrals_west_window.aspx Wed, 12 Jun 2019 11:00:00 GMT For many, years an early drawing of Norwich Cathedral’s stunning west window lay hidden in a trunk in Australia. Now the historic artwork has been returned to Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549825/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Holy_Spirit_empowers_us_to_focus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549825/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Holy_Spirit_empowers_us_to_focus.aspx Tue, 11 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT Mark Fairweather Tall believes that our churches should not be indulging in navel-gazing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549787/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_charity_uses_power_of_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549787/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_charity_uses_power_of_hope.aspx Tue, 11 Jun 2019 09:00:00 GMT Last year Levi Milsom was a troubled, homeless teenager with limited options. Today he is happy and house-proud enjoying life, music and some fun pursuits, thanks to a partnership between Christian charity Hope into Action and a Norwich church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549755/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Papal_Blessings_for_Norwich_CAFOD_volunteer_quartet.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549755/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Papal_Blessings_for_Norwich_CAFOD_volunteer_quartet.aspx Mon, 10 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT Papal Blessings have been presented to four CAFOD volunteers in Norwich who between them have served the Catholic charity for an amazing 100 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549754/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Former_Norfolk_policeman_fights_slavery_with_coffee.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549754/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Former_Norfolk_policeman_fights_slavery_with_coffee.aspx Mon, 10 Jun 2019 12:00:00 GMT Bryn Frere-Smith, a Christian and a former Norfolk police officer, has started an online coffee company to fight modern-day slavery, after spending a year in the Dominican Republic rescuing trafficking victims. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549738/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hundreds_join_together_to_mark_Pentecost_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549738/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hundreds_join_together_to_mark_Pentecost_in.aspx Sun, 09 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT Hundreds of Christians from dozens of churches gathered at the Anglican Cathedral and outside the Forum in Norwich last night (June 9) to mark Pentecost as part of the Thy Kingdom Come initiative. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549700/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Royal_garden_party_honour_for_Norwich_choir.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549700/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Royal_garden_party_honour_for_Norwich_choir.aspx Sat, 08 Jun 2019 06:00:00 GMT Meg Turpin, musical director of Norwich Community Choir, was invited to the Queen’s Garden Party on Wednesday May 29. Meg was nominated for this honour to recognise her ‘services to the community’. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549685/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Norwich_Lord_Mayor_and_Sheriff_take.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549685/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Norwich_Lord_Mayor_and_Sheriff_take.aspx Thu, 06 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT The new Lord Mayor and Sheriff of Norwich, both people of faith, have taken on their new civic roles after being ceremonially appointed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549467/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/New_Christian_community_hub_opens_in_Dereham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549467/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/New_Christian_community_hub_opens_in_Dereham.aspx Wed, 05 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT A new community hub which will bring together the work of several Christian organisations in Dereham, was officially opened on June 1. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549511/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Summer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549511/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_the_first_to_read_the_Summer.aspx Wed, 05 Jun 2019 11:00:00 GMT The Summer edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_magic_of_musical_ministry.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_magic_of_musical_ministry.aspx Tue, 04 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton is learning to play the piano, and finds that his increasing appreciation of music is helping his faith to develop. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Charity_appeals_for_knitters_for_homeless_day.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Charity_appeals_for_knitters_for_homeless_day.aspx Tue, 04 Jun 2019 14:00:00 GMT Norfolk based charity St Martins are appealing for knitters to help create giant woollen house, which will be displayed in Norwich Cathedral, to raise awareness of homelessness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549370/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_recognises_key_role_of_volunteers_across.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549370/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_recognises_key_role_of_volunteers_across.aspx Mon, 03 Jun 2019 20:00:00 GMT This Volunteer’s Week (1-7 June), The Salvation Army recognises the key role volunteers play in its work to support those in need across Norfolk as well as highlighting the personal benefits of volunteering. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549317/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolk_families_to_benefit_from_Kids_Matter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549317/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolk_families_to_benefit_from_Kids_Matter.aspx Sun, 02 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT Following her heart has led Norwich-based Lynette Woodward to a new role as the Eastern Region Partnership Manager for charity Kids Matter, which aims to equip local churches to deliver its parenting programme in disadvantaged communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549176/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Queen_appoints_Lady_Dannatt_as_first_female.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549176/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Queen_appoints_Lady_Dannatt_as_first_female.aspx Wed, 29 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT The Queen has appointed Lady Philippa Dannatt (MBE), a Lay Canon of Norwich Cathedral, as the first ever woman to become the Lord Lieutenant of Norfolk http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549019/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/No_looking_back_with_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/549019/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/No_looking_back_with_God.aspx Tue, 28 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT Jane Clamp has been dog-walking, and reflecting on our walk through life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548932/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_set_to_open_new_2m_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548932/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCA_set_to_open_new_2m_community.aspx Sat, 25 May 2019 11:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk is set to launch a 2m refurbished community hub based at Jubilee Hall on Aylsham Road in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548759/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Former_pop_star_sings_and_speaks_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548759/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Former_pop_star_sings_and_speaks_at.aspx Thu, 23 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT Former singing star with Herman's Hermits, John Gaughan, performed and spoke at the recent FGB dinner in Norwich on Thursday June 20 at the presidential Suite of the Mercure Hotel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548724/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Rural_S_Norfolk_church_overcomes_Goliath_task.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548724/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Rural_S_Norfolk_church_overcomes_Goliath_task.aspx Wed, 22 May 2019 13:15:00 GMT With faith, joy and unity, the congregation of a small Baptist church in South Norfolk has overcome the enormous financial and practical challenge of rebuilding their chapel after it was found to be at serious risk of falling down. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548725/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Youth_fives_brings_Norfolk_Christian_League_season.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548725/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Youth_fives_brings_Norfolk_Christian_League_season.aspx Wed, 22 May 2019 13:00:00 GMT The Annual Norfolk Christian Football League youth 5-a-side tournament took place on Saturday May 18 at Lavare Park with 23 teams and around 160 players taking part. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548566/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/The_Family_Table_explores_faith_through_music.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548566/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/The_Family_Table_explores_faith_through_music.aspx Wed, 22 May 2019 08:00:00 GMT Norfolk based Christian music duo Sarah Ballard and Ben Lawrence have brought together their love of folk music in a collection of songs that explore faith, love, family and life. There is an opportunity for churches and groups to host a small concert. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548670/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Whose_faith_do_you_follow.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548670/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Whose_faith_do_you_follow.aspx Tue, 21 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT John Clements has been researching the history of his church, and believes we have much to learn from the people of faith who have gone before us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548551/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Christian_chef_s_Keswick_food_stop_attracts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548551/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Christian_chef_s_Keswick_food_stop_attracts.aspx Mon, 20 May 2019 11:00:00 GMT Chef Alin Radu and his wife Gabriela are gaining rave reviews for the chef quality food and friendly service dished up by their new business, Radu’s Keswick Café, a mobile food trailer situated in Keswick, south of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548537/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Papal_Nuncio_begins_four_day_Diocese_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548537/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Papal_Nuncio_begins_four_day_Diocese_of.aspx Sun, 19 May 2019 17:00:00 GMT The Apostolic Nuncio to Great Britain, His Excellency Archbishop Edward Adams, began a four-day visit to the Diocese of East Anglia today (May 19) by celebrating Mass at St John’s Cathedral in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547410/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Mousehold_Hub_in_Norwich_dedicated_for_Gods.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547410/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Mousehold_Hub_in_Norwich_dedicated_for_Gods.aspx Sun, 19 May 2019 08:00:00 GMT Mousehold Hub, located just north of Norwich and run by a local church, has been given a new lease of life to serve the local community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Christian_bookshop_has_moved.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Christian_bookshop_has_moved.aspx Thu, 16 May 2019 11:05:00 GMT The Christian Bookshop Ministry, Green Pastures, has moved to new premises in Dereham - but only a few hundred yards away from its original location. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548337/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Final_win_is_last_action_of_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548337/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Final_win_is_last_action_of_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 15 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT The final title of the Norfolk Christian Football League’s 2818-19 season was decided last Saturday when Stoke United’s Under 14s won a seven-goal thriller in the Plate knock-out final http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548336/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/_It_is_for_freedom_that_Christ.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/548336/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/_It_is_for_freedom_that_Christ.aspx Wed, 15 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon is appalled by the extent of modern slavery, and shares her thoughts with us here. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547914/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Royal_visit_as_Norwich_Cathedral_appeal_tops.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547914/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Royal_visit_as_Norwich_Cathedral_appeal_tops.aspx Mon, 13 May 2019 19:00:00 GMT Norwich’s Anglican Cathedral had a royal visitor last night to celebrate a major landmark in its 2.5m They Shall Laugh and Sing Music Appeal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Only_Love_can_bring_us_all_together.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Only_Love_can_bring_us_all_together.aspx Sun, 12 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT Loving one another is a challenge familiar to all Christians, and Philip Young urges us all to embrace that challenge. He starts by asking us to imagine that Love is speaking to us: http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547879/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Gods_guiding_at_Norwichs_Disabled_Christian_Fellowship.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547879/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Gods_guiding_at_Norwichs_Disabled_Christian_Fellowship.aspx Fri, 10 May 2019 09:00:00 GMT The Norwich branch of the Disabled Christian Fellowship met on Thursday to hear Mervyn Ivany, from Hellesdon, a Christian and Guide Dog user, give a personal account of his inspiring life, thanking the guidance of both God and his guide dogs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547775/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Black_Holes_God_s_drawing_pins.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547775/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Black_Holes_God_s_drawing_pins.aspx Wed, 08 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT Following the publication of the first ever photo of what purports to be a black hole, above, Peter Gray-Read shares his thoughts with us about this mysterious phenomenon. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547692/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Hundreds_join_East_Anglia_pilgrimage_to_Walsingham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547692/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Hundreds_join_East_Anglia_pilgrimage_to_Walsingham.aspx Mon, 06 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT Around 850 people joined the annual Diocese of East Anglia pilgrimage to Walsingham on Bank Holiday Monday, May 6, despite cold and cloudy weather. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547534/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Bishop_of_Norwich_reveals_priorities_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547534/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Bishop_of_Norwich_reveals_priorities_and.aspx Mon, 06 May 2019 13:00:00 GMT In an exclusive interview with Network Norfolk, the new Bishop of Norwich, Bishop Graham Usher, spoke about his passion for social action, ecumenical relations, ecology, medical ethics and the adventure that awaits him in his new role. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547513/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Bishop_of_Norwich_is_unveiled_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547513/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Bishop_of_Norwich_is_unveiled_to.aspx Fri, 03 May 2019 11:05:00 GMT The new Bishop of Norwich has been unveiled to the public outside the Forum in Norwich today after Downing Street announced that the Rt Revd Graham Usher, currently Bishop of Dudley, will become the 72nd Bishop. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/543491/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_completes_2_200_hours_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/543491/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_completes_2_200_hours_of.aspx Thu, 02 May 2019 10:05:00 GMT A Norwich church has clocked up almost 2,200 hours of kindness during the 40 days of Lent in a campaign to launch a revolution of acts of kindness called 1000 Hours, across the city and county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547318/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Church_football_team_supports_Norwich_homeless_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547318/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Church_football_team_supports_Norwich_homeless_charity.aspx Tue, 30 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT St Martins enjoyed a field day at the Norfolk Christian Football League’s end-of-season mini-tournament in April when the Eaton Eagles stepped up to receive the league’s fellowship trophy – their strip proudly bearing the charity’s logo.   http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547289/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/We_all_need_to_co_exist_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547289/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/We_all_need_to_co_exist_on.aspx Tue, 30 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT Climate change protests have been very much in the news recently, but Andy Bryant argues that there is an even more fundamental issue that needs to be addressed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547065/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Goals_rain_in_at_Norfolk_Christian_youth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/547065/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Goals_rain_in_at_Norfolk_Christian_youth.aspx Fri, 26 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT It was a day of goals and celebrations at the Norfolk Christian Football League Youth Cup Finals day on Saturday (April 27) at Sprowston, Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Musical_couple_sing_and_speak_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Musical_couple_sing_and_speak_at_Norwich.aspx Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:00:00 GMT Accomplished musicians and speakers Trevor and Helen Bendrien performed and spoke at the FGB dinner in Norwich on Monday May 20 at the presidential Suite of the Mercure Hotel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546986/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Christian_couple_bring_world_of_experience_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546986/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Christian_couple_bring_world_of_experience_to.aspx Fri, 26 Apr 2019 08:00:00 GMT Andy and Rosie Sexton have lived and worked all over the world, giving people on the edges a brighter future. Since moving to Norwich, they have translated this experience into helping refugees, asylum seekers and recovering addicts access a better life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Waveney_Foodbank_provides_60k_crisis_meals_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Waveney_Foodbank_provides_60k_crisis_meals_in.aspx Thu, 25 Apr 2019 09:00:00 GMT New figures show 60,000 emergency meals were given to local people by Waveney Foodbank in the last 12 months that’s enough for one meal for every person living in Harleston, Diss, Loddon, Long Stratton, Eye, Beccles, Bungay and a number of other villages. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Christian_journalists_new_blog_promotes_Norwich_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Christian_journalists_new_blog_promotes_Norwich_s.aspx Thu, 25 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT Liz Humphries, a Christian, writer and former journalist, has a new blog championing people who are doing good things for others in the fine city of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Resurrection_Sunday_means_there_is_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Resurrection_Sunday_means_there_is_hope.aspx Wed, 24 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley reminds us of the significance of Easter Sunday, and what Jesus achieved when he rose from the dead. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546680/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Christian_project_helps_broaden_young_people.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546680/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Christian_project_helps_broaden_young_people.aspx Tue, 23 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian charity ENYP is launching a new project to enable young people in Norfolk to visit different places in the county and beyond. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546507/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Bishop_Alan_reflects_on_the_first_Easter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546507/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Bishop_Alan_reflects_on_the_first_Easter.aspx Sat, 20 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Alan Hopes, reflects on two marvellous encounters on the very first Easter morning. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546572/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christians_take_part_in_London_climate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546572/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christians_take_part_in_London_climate.aspx Fri, 19 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT Two Norwich Christian climate activists have been taking part in the on-going climate change protests taking place in locations around London. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546567/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/The_anguish_of_Good_Friday_played_out.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546567/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/The_anguish_of_Good_Friday_played_out.aspx Fri, 19 Apr 2019 17:00:00 GMT In Norwich’s Anglia Square on Good Friday an audience of hundreds experienced a taste of the anguish of Jesus’ journey to the cross and his crucifixion in an hour-long performance with a cast including the Bishop of Lynn. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churches_unite_for_Palm_Sunday_worship.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churches_unite_for_Palm_Sunday_worship.aspx Thu, 18 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT Church leaders and Christians from a range of traditions across the Norwich area came together on Palm Sunday to worship and praise God as part of the annual Norfolk and Waveney Churches Together Lenten gathering. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546558/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christians_across_Norfolk_mark_season_of_Easter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546558/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christians_across_Norfolk_mark_season_of_Easter.aspx Thu, 18 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT Christians across Norfolk have been marking Easter - the most important season in the church’s year - in a number of different ways. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546444/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_writer_talks_about_life_in_prison.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546444/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_writer_talks_about_life_in_prison.aspx Thu, 18 Apr 2019 09:05:00 GMT In February ordained minister, former prisoner and writer Mark Humphries from East Norwich, addressed a reception at the House of Lords. Coinciding with the 12-month anniversary of Mark’s release from prison, it was a fitting end to a remarkable year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546340/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_support_expressed_after_Notre_Dame.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546340/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_support_expressed_after_Notre_Dame.aspx Thu, 18 Apr 2019 08:00:00 GMT Catholics across East Anglia have expressed their solidarity after the devastating fire at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris last night and offering their prayers for those involved. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/An_encounter_with_the_risen_Jesus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/An_encounter_with_the_risen_Jesus.aspx Wed, 17 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT Jane Clamp recalls her Easter experience with God on the beach. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546262/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/New_Sheringham_church_building_comes_to_Life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546262/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/New_Sheringham_church_building_comes_to_Life.aspx Sun, 14 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT Life Church in Sheringham are finally moving into their new building for their Easter Sunday morning service, and there will be an opportunity for everyone to have a look round the following Saturday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546240/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Record_cup_final_success_for_Norwich_Baptist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546240/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Record_cup_final_success_for_Norwich_Baptist.aspx Sat, 13 Apr 2019 16:00:00 GMT Norwich Central Baptist Church (NCBC) beat Heigham Park Rangers 5-0 in the final of the Bishop Maurice Wood Cup on Saturday morning (April 13) completing an unprecedented triple double. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/God_s_love_for_Bosnia_in_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/God_s_love_for_Bosnia_in_a.aspx Sat, 13 Apr 2019 13:00:00 GMT Just before Christmas, 5,500 shoeboxes packed with toys, stationery, winter woolies and toiletries were donated by people across Norfolk to children living in poverty overseas, a charity effort co-ordinated by Trish Ellse from Wymondham. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546173/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Making_a_world_of_difference_in_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546173/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Making_a_world_of_difference_in_a.aspx Sat, 13 Apr 2019 08:00:00 GMT Some people travel the world to make a big difference. David and Ruth Southgate have stayed in Norwich and made a world of difference in one small corner of Hellesdon. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_addiction_recovery_centre_set_to_open.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_addiction_recovery_centre_set_to_open.aspx Fri, 12 Apr 2019 10:00:00 GMT A Norfolk drug and alcohol charity is creating a brand new centre in Norwich for people in recovery from addiction and is appealing for 250,000 to finish the project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546110/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Surrey_Chapel_to_welcome_new_lead_pastor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546110/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Surrey_Chapel_to_welcome_new_lead_pastor.aspx Wed, 10 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT Surrey Chapel in Norwich have announced that they will be welcoming Andy Rees from Worcester as new Lead Pastor at the start of May. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546092/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Love_you_to_the_Moon_and_back.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546092/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Love_you_to_the_Moon_and_back.aspx Wed, 10 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT Kevin Gotts remembers the Apollo moon landings, and is reminded of the enormity of God’s love for us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546007/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_Picnic_Project_feeds_thousands.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/546007/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_Picnic_Project_feeds_thousands.aspx Tue, 09 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT Last year Norwich Christian youth charity ENYP says it fed almost 8,400 people and estimates that this year it will reach even more. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545993/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Wretham_Church_and_rectory_welcome_Easter_visitors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545993/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Wretham_Church_and_rectory_welcome_Easter_visitors.aspx Tue, 09 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT East Wretham Church will be welcoming visitors on Easter Sunday and Monday, April 21 and 22, when the gardens of the former rectory, now Wretham Lodge, are open to the public. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545893/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_book_marks_25th_anniversary_of_genocide.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545893/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_book_marks_25th_anniversary_of_genocide.aspx Sun, 07 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT Miracle in Kigali, the story of a Rwandan genocide survivor and her son who moved to Norwich was today (April 8) published in Norwich to mark the 25th anniversary of the horrific events. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545851/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Eaton_win_top_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545851/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Eaton_win_top_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx Sun, 07 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football league’s most important trophy of the year was presented on Saturday (April 6) to Eaton Eagles during an end-of-season mini-tournament. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545481/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Action_stations_for_Norwich_Salvation_Army_couple.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545481/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Action_stations_for_Norwich_Salvation_Army_couple.aspx Sat, 06 Apr 2019 07:00:00 GMT Majors Mark and Andrea Sawyer were appointed leaders of the Salvation Army Citadel in Norwich last summer bringing energy and enthusiasm to their new roles and have already made a big impression. Helen Baldry reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545748/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_its_inspirational_staff.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545748/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_its_inspirational_staff.aspx Fri, 05 Apr 2019 15:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk celebrated its inspirational staff and told them about its future plans at a day for all colleagues at the King’s Centre in Norwich on April 4. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545717/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/Cartoon_man_Steve_helps_Stalham_church_outreach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545717/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/Cartoon_man_Steve_helps_Stalham_church_outreach.aspx Thu, 04 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT Professional cartoonist Steve English, whose cartoons and illustrations have appeared in both The Beano and The Dandy comics, has now settled in Stalham and is using his talents to help with the outreach at his local Baptist church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545603/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_resurrection_unlikely_but_true.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545603/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_resurrection_unlikely_but_true.aspx Wed, 03 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT As Mark Fairweather-Tall recovers from his family’s April Fool pranks, he reflects that while the cross may be foolishness to some, the Easter story is a life-changer to those who believe. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545400/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_heritage_churches_given_54k_cash_boost.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545400/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_heritage_churches_given_54k_cash_boost.aspx Mon, 01 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT Grants worth 53,800 have been awarded by the Norfolk Churches Trust to safeguard 14 heritage places of worship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545345/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_couple_s_adventure_of_faith_after.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545345/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_couple_s_adventure_of_faith_after.aspx Mon, 01 Apr 2019 13:00:00 GMT One morning in January, Noel and Rachel Alexander stood in their Hellesdon living room and, over Skype, led a church service in Pakistan. It is one of many unusual things they’ve done in the nine years since losing everything to bankruptcy. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545324/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Ethical_boundaries_of_human_gene_editing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545324/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Ethical_boundaries_of_human_gene_editing.aspx Sun, 31 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT Over fifty people attended a talk on human gene editing, as viewed from the perspective of Christian ethics, at a recent meeting held by Science and Faith in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545314/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Lia_5_joins_Norwich_churchs_revolution_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545314/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Lia_5_joins_Norwich_churchs_revolution_of.aspx Sun, 31 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT Five-year-old Lia Jones has joined a 40-day revolution of kindness currently being run by a Norwich church by offering a helping hand to nurses at the Norfolk and Norwich University hospital where her terminally-ill grandad, Paul, was treated. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545287/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/NCBC_given_shield_as_Norfolk_Christian_Football.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545287/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/NCBC_given_shield_as_Norfolk_Christian_Football.aspx Sat, 30 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Central Baptist Church (NCBC) have been presented with a shield to mark winning the Norfolk Christian Football League title, as they prepare for another cup final appearance on April 13. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545140/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_husband_s_needs_in_a_Godly.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545140/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_husband_s_needs_in_a_Godly.aspx Sat, 30 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT Dr Ike Nnene shares with us his views on the part a wife can play to meet her husbands needs in a successful and happy marriage. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545134/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Network_Norfolk_team_launch_new_Life_Stories.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545134/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Network_Norfolk_team_launch_new_Life_Stories.aspx Thu, 28 Mar 2019 08:00:00 GMT A strong belief that everyone has a story worth telling is behind a new project to help ordinary people do just that and then publish their own life story in a paperback book. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545130/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Spring_Good.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545130/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_the_Spring_Good.aspx Wed, 27 Mar 2019 12:00:00 GMT The Spring edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545075/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Waiting_in_the_wilderness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/545075/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Waiting_in_the_wilderness.aspx Wed, 27 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT As we progress through Lent, anticipating the joy of Easter Sunday, Jane Clamp reflects on those wilderness experiences we sometimes undergo. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Faith_leaders_call_for_urgent_response_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Faith_leaders_call_for_urgent_response_to.aspx Mon, 25 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT UK faith leaders including Rowan Williams, former Archbishop of Canterbury, and Abdul Qayyum, Chief Imam of the East London Mosque have urged people to support the Disasters Emergency Committee’s Cyclone Idai Appeal to help those affected in Africa. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542760/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/ROC_reports_highlights_six_key_social_issues.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542760/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/ROC_reports_highlights_six_key_social_issues.aspx Mon, 25 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT A report has been produced following the ROC Conversation event in Norwich, identifying the six key community social issues in the city and now an Action Group is to meet to take the project forward. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544844/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Derek_Burke_former_Vice_Chancellor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544844/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Derek_Burke_former_Vice_Chancellor.aspx Sat, 23 Mar 2019 15:00:00 GMT Many tributes have been paid to Professor Derek Burke CBE, who died recently, aged 89. He was a former Vice-Chancellor of UEA and a committed Christian. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544615/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Counter_terrorism_Police_offer_help_to_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544615/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Counter_terrorism_Police_offer_help_to_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 21 Mar 2019 10:00:00 GMT Following the recent terrorist attacks on two mosques in New Zealand, counter-terrorism Police in East Anglia have offered to provide advice and guidance to churches and other places of worship across the region. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536156/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_winter_night_shelter_had_positive_impact.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536156/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_winter_night_shelter_had_positive_impact.aspx Thu, 21 Mar 2019 08:00:00 GMT The Norwich Community Winter Shelter Project provided rough sleepers with a safe, warm place to stay during the winter months. As the project draws to a close, organisers reflect on the impact of the shelter. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwichs_Barrie_is_elected_as_FGB_national.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwichs_Barrie_is_elected_as_FGB_national.aspx Wed, 20 Mar 2019 12:00:00 GMT Norwich FGB president, Dr Barrie Lawrence, has just been elected as Chairman of the National Council of the Full Gospel Businessmen UK and Ireland (FGB UK and Ireland). http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544563/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Go_on_line_to_spread_the_Word.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544563/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Go_on_line_to_spread_the_Word.aspx Wed, 20 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton encourages us to move with the times as we endeavour to reach out to the modern generation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544318/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_authors_chapter_in_new_male_psychology.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544318/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_authors_chapter_in_new_male_psychology.aspx Sat, 16 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT A new Handbook of Male Psychology and Mental Health, with a chapter by Norfolk Christian counsellor Jennie Cummings-Knight, is set to be launched at the end of May. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544312/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_vicar_takes_on_national_Fresh_Expressions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544312/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_vicar_takes_on_national_Fresh_Expressions.aspx Sat, 16 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT Norwich vicar Rev Heather Cracknell has been appointed to a national Fresh Expression role with the Church of England based in Westminster. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544289/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_bishop_expresses_sorrow_for_abuse.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544289/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_bishop_expresses_sorrow_for_abuse.aspx Fri, 15 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT The Catholic Bishop of East Anglia has written to parishes across the diocese expressing his sorrow for victims after revelations about abuse in the Catholic Church and as an ex Norwich priest was jailed for almost ten years for child abuse in the 1970s. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544230/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_members_protest_against_climate_change.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544230/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_members_protest_against_climate_change.aspx Thu, 14 Mar 2019 20:00:00 GMT We all want to save for a rainy day, but what if our money is causing a storm? Members of St Peter Mancroft Church in Norwich, along with Christian Aid staff and volunteers, visited HSBC bank to hand in a letter signed by over 60 members of the church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544161/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Revd_Land_is_new_priest_in_charge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544161/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Revd_Land_is_new_priest_in_charge.aspx Thu, 14 Mar 2019 09:00:00 GMT Revd Edward Land is moving to a new role with the Costessey parish of churches this month and is looking forward to reaching the community with the gospel message. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544159/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_supernatural_and_the_Truth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544159/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_supernatural_and_the_Truth.aspx Thu, 14 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT James Knight has been pondering the existence of the supernatural, but concludes that the challenge is to determine what is true. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544057/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Donation_helps_Wymondham_Hub_support_the_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/544057/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Donation_helps_Wymondham_Hub_support_the_community.aspx Tue, 12 Mar 2019 16:00:00 GMT A FISH club in Wymondham was supported by a generous donation of 1,000 by the town's Rotary Club, which enabled local children to enjoy nutritious food and fun activities during the school holidays. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/543985/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_helps_to_light_up_African.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/543985/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_helps_to_light_up_African.aspx Mon, 11 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich Christian is supporting an initiative to bring solar lighting to a snake-infested displacement camp in South Sudan. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/543932/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Bible_resource_calls_us_to_believe_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/543932/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Bible_resource_calls_us_to_believe_the.aspx Mon, 11 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT Christian charity Lifewords has launched a new free Bible resource for Easter that tells the story of the women who witnessed Jesus’ death, and what happened next. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/543536/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Original_Blessing_means_more_than_Original_Sin.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/543536/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Original_Blessing_means_more_than_Original_Sin.aspx Thu, 07 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Philip Young explains why we should always look for the good in each other. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/543270/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Jacob_tells_his_inspiring_life_story_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/543270/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Jacob_tells_his_inspiring_life_story_at.aspx Fri, 01 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT Business success, being saved from near certain death and having a ministry of empowering Christians are all part of the life story of Jacob John, who was the guest speaker at the Norwich FGB dinner on Thursday March 28. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/543096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Should_we_blame_Social_Media_for_all.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/543096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Should_we_blame_Social_Media_for_all.aspx Thu, 28 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT Amid all the current condemnation of Social Media companies for some of the content they publish, Andrew Bryant wonders whether we should all take a share of the blame. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/543012/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/Byzantine_style_chapel_planned_for_Broadland_town.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/543012/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/Byzantine_style_chapel_planned_for_Broadland_town.aspx Thu, 28 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT An Orthodox church, set up in a shed some twenty years ago, and which moved into a disused police station last year, is now planning to expand into an adjacent Byzantine-style chapel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542916/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_couple_celebrate_eight_years_after_plane.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542916/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_couple_celebrate_eight_years_after_plane.aspx Mon, 25 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMT Norwich couple Eddie and Jeannie Pleban have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary, eight years after Eddie suffered a major brain stem stoke on a plane flying back from Australia and was given just 48 hours to live. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_opens_new_community_and_social.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_opens_new_community_and_social.aspx Fri, 22 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT The newly opened community hub on Mason Road, run by Soul church is already seeing an influx of people from the local community taking part in a range of activities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_restores_doors_tower_and_relationship.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_restores_doors_tower_and_relationship.aspx Thu, 21 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has restored both its entrance and tower and relations with the nearby Anglican cathedral, 750 years after a rather unfortunate incident took place. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542608/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Christian_couple_volunteer_in_Israel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542608/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Christian_couple_volunteer_in_Israel.aspx Wed, 20 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT Christian couple Bill and Val Crudgington have left Norfolk this week for a year’s voluntary placement in Israel working at a CMJ guest house.   http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542607/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Enhancing_St_Cuthbert_s_place_at_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542607/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Enhancing_St_Cuthbert_s_place_at_the.aspx Wed, 20 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT The congregation of a Grade 2 listed 13th Century church in the heart of Thetford has raised over 200,000 to adapt their church building, to create a flexible interior which will be suitable for worship and a community café. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542692/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Demonstration_Action_Revolution_for_what_is_right.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542692/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Demonstration_Action_Revolution_for_what_is_right.aspx Tue, 19 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT Peter Farley is reacting to last week’s climate change protests by schoolchildren, and suggests that maybe an element of rebellion is justified. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542400/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Amazing_love_more_than_just_a_Valentine.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542400/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Amazing_love_more_than_just_a_Valentine.aspx Mon, 18 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Lilley explains that there is much more to love than the sentiments expressed on Valentine’s cards http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542381/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_celebrates_five_years_of_pioneer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542381/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_celebrates_five_years_of_pioneer.aspx Sat, 16 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT The final section of flooring was laid at St Elizabeth's Church in Earlham last week, marking five years since the church began its pioneer ministry. However, the impact the church is having on the local community goes far beyond flooring and furnishings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542213/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Taking_time_to_reflect_in_a_non.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542213/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Taking_time_to_reflect_in_a_non.aspx Thu, 14 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT Keith Morris suggests a way of providing some time for reflection in our busy lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542055/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/NCBC_are_Christian_football_league_champions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/542055/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/NCBC_are_Christian_football_league_champions.aspx Wed, 13 Feb 2019 08:00:00 GMT Norwich Central Baptist Church (NCBC) won their fourth Norfolk Christian Football League title on Saturday (February 9), with a 4-1 win over Silver Road, with a game to spare. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/541993/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/ROC_event_boosts_Norwich_community_engagement.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/541993/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/ROC_event_boosts_Norwich_community_engagement.aspx Mon, 11 Feb 2019 15:00:00 GMT Over 160 people from churches, Christian organisation, civic bodies and the Police gathered at the King’s Centre in Norwich on Thursday night (February 7) to exchange ideas and passions around community engagement. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/541772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Why_not_a_woman_bishop_for_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/541772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Why_not_a_woman_bishop_for_Norwich.aspx Fri, 08 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton is surprised that there could be any objections to the possibility of a woman as the next Bishop of Norwich, and explains why he feels this way. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/541728/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Female_would_be_welcomed_as_next_Bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/541728/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Female_would_be_welcomed_as_next_Bishop.aspx Thu, 07 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich has restated its view that it would welcome either a woman or a man as the next Bishop of Norwich, after one of its priests said he could not fully accept the sacramental ministry of a female. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/541711/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_cares_in_the_silence.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/541711/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_cares_in_the_silence.aspx Thu, 07 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT Mark Fairweather Tall deals with the difficult situation of apparently unanswered prayer, and offers an explanation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/541709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hellesdon_church_launches_single_parent_support_group.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/541709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hellesdon_church_launches_single_parent_support_group.aspx Thu, 07 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT On Friday March 1 Meadow Way Chapel will launch a new group in Hellesdon to support and encourage single parents.  http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540904/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mentors_invited_to_join_Community_Chaplaincy_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540904/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mentors_invited_to_join_Community_Chaplaincy_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 31 Jan 2019 11:00:00 GMT Community Chaplaincy Norfolk is in its infancy and, as a young and energetic project, trustees are excited about its scope for growth and impact as ex-offenders are supported upon release from prison. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540969/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_joys_of_friendship.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540969/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_joys_of_friendship.aspx Thu, 31 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT Jane Clamp has been pondering over the value of friendship and how it evolves. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540724/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/40_churches_join_together_in_Norwich_chain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540724/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/40_churches_join_together_in_Norwich_chain.aspx Mon, 28 Jan 2019 20:00:00 GMT An ecumenical Chain of Prayer involving 40 churches from eight different denominations took place over six hours at Norwich Anglican Cathedral on Thursday January 24 during Christian Unity Week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540631/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglians_join_Pope_and_600_000.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540631/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglians_join_Pope_and_600_000.aspx Mon, 28 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT A group of young people from the Diocese of East Anglia joined Pope Francis and up to 600,000 other pilgrims at a huge overnight vigil and Mass at the end of World Youth Day in Panama City yesterday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540584/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Singing_couple_performed_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540584/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Singing_couple_performed_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx Sat, 26 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT Singing couple Paul and Jeannie Poulton performed and told their story at the Norwich FGB dinner on Monday February 25 at the City Suite of the Mercure Hotel in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540448/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Winning_God_s_race.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540448/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Winning_God_s_race.aspx Thu, 24 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Tong urges us to consider what actually constitutes winning when we run God’s race of life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540292/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Wymondham_pastor_battles_to_stop_closure_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540292/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Wymondham_pastor_battles_to_stop_closure_of.aspx Mon, 21 Jan 2019 13:00:00 GMT Pastor Barry Rooks is appealing for help to save The Shed in Wymondham, a community project set up by Alive Church for men to get involved in practical activities and form friendships, as it faces closure unless critical funding can be found this week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540244/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_group_heads_for_World_Youth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540244/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_group_heads_for_World_Youth.aspx Mon, 21 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT A group of young people from the Diocese of East Anglia will be joining Pope Francis and up to half-a-million other young pilgrims at World Youth Day (WYD) in Panama at the end of January (22-27). http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540234/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Record_two_year_unbeaten_football_run_ended.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540234/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Record_two_year_unbeaten_football_run_ended.aspx Sun, 20 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT What is believed to be the longest unbeaten run in the history of the Norfolk Christian Football League came to an end last weekend when Norwich Central Baptist Church lost 4-1 to Stalham Baptist Church – their first defeat for over two years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/539968/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_churches_urged_to_watch_for_rural.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/539968/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_churches_urged_to_watch_for_rural.aspx Thu, 17 Jan 2019 09:00:00 GMT Churches across Norfolk are being encouraged to be watchful for those in tight knit farming and rural communities who are at risk of depression and suicide. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540047/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Happy_Birthday_Gladys_just_don_t_say.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/540047/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Happy_Birthday_Gladys_just_don_t_say.aspx Thu, 17 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT Ian Boughton has been wondering whether the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) that came into force last year will restrict some church activities, and believes he has some answers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/537236/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_FGB_release_entertaining_programme_for_2019.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/537236/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_FGB_release_entertaining_programme_for_2019.aspx Thu, 10 Jan 2019 10:00:00 GMT The Norwich FGB branch has released its evening dinner programme for 2019 and its includes outstanding speakers, talented musicians, great company and a delicious two-course meal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/537680/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/James_free_will_and_God_s_love.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/537680/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/James_free_will_and_God_s_love.aspx Wed, 09 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT Suzanne Cooke has been looking at works of art, and has gained new insight into how much God loves us by giving us free will. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/537403/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_Woman_s_Needs_in_Marriage.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/537403/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_Woman_s_Needs_in_Marriage.aspx Mon, 07 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT Linda Nnene shares with us some fundamental needs of a woman in a successful marriage. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/537157/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Christian_led_Night_Shelter_seeks_new_Thetford.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/537157/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Christian_led_Night_Shelter_seeks_new_Thetford.aspx Thu, 03 Jan 2019 10:15:00 GMT As its initial phase ends, Thetford's Evening and Night Shelter led by three Christians will be missed, having been a place of community, fun and friendship over the festive period, leading to plans to open a permanent initiative if a venue can be found. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/537081/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Build_bridges_not_walls.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/537081/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Build_bridges_not_walls.aspx Wed, 02 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT As we enter a new year, Philip Young urges us to build bridges of unity rather than walls between us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/537061/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Thousands_across_Norfolk_receive_Salvation_Army_gifts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/537061/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Thousands_across_Norfolk_receive_Salvation_Army_gifts.aspx Mon, 31 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army has handed over Christmas presents and food parcels to nearly 5,500 people across Norfolk following referrals from social services and agencies and direct referrals from families in need. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536989/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_inspirational_Norfolk_nun_Sister.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536989/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_inspirational_Norfolk_nun_Sister.aspx Fri, 28 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to Norfolk Catholic nun Sister Wendy Beckett who earned an international reputation as an unlikely art critic and television star. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536955/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Full_house_at_RC_Cathedral_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536955/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Full_house_at_RC_Cathedral_in_Norwich.aspx Mon, 24 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT The Vigil Mass of Christmas saw the biggest congregation of the year in attendance earlier today (Christmas Eve) at a packed St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich, when families filled almost every conceivable space. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536952/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_writers_pen_pal_is_on_death.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536952/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_writers_pen_pal_is_on_death.aspx Mon, 24 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT Four years ago Norfolk Christian writer Sandie Shirley began sending letters to a fellow writer in Carolina, USA - George T Wilkerson. George lives on death row after being convicted of a double murder. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536944/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Is_Christmas_really_Good_News_for_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536944/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Is_Christmas_really_Good_News_for_the.aspx Sun, 23 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Bryant wonders if the Good News of Christmas appears equally relevant to all sectors of our society today. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_grown_international_charity_Street_Child_is.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_grown_international_charity_Street_Child_is.aspx Fri, 21 Dec 2018 22:00:00 GMT Christian charity Street Child UK, started by local man Tom Dannatt is marking its tenth anniversary with a big fundraising push, backed by government match-funding. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536846/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Bishop_s_Christmas_message_about_light_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536846/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Bishop_s_Christmas_message_about_light_and.aspx Fri, 21 Dec 2018 09:00:00 GMT In his Christmas message, the Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Bishop Alan Hopes, addresses the battle between light and darkness in the Nativity story and the divisions which shadow our society today. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535051/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_faith_groups_invited_to_join_transformation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535051/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_faith_groups_invited_to_join_transformation.aspx Fri, 21 Dec 2018 07:00:00 GMT Churches and Christian groups across Norwich are being invited to join a round-table conversation with residents, statutory agencies, community and faith groups who would like to work together for community transformation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Christmas_comes_to_life_at_mid_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Christmas_comes_to_life_at_mid_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 20 Dec 2018 09:00:00 GMT Hundreds of people visited the mid Norfolk village of Ashill on December 16 to experience Bethlehem Live and the top-class production of Scrooge Reworked, all hosted by Fountain of Life church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Where_will_Jesus_be_this_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Where_will_Jesus_be_this_Christmas.aspx Thu, 20 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT Paulo Mussi urges us to include Jesus in our Christmas party. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536741/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Urban_goat_farm_dream_for_path_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536741/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Urban_goat_farm_dream_for_path_to.aspx Thu, 20 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich couple have a dream to use their personal experience of addiction and recovery to set up an urban care goat farm, providing a therapeutic place for people who are on the margins to get their hands dirty and build self-esteem. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536724/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Soul_Church_and_YMCA_Norfolk_provide_magical.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536724/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Soul_Church_and_YMCA_Norfolk_provide_magical.aspx Wed, 19 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT Over 200 young people and single-parent families housed by YMCA Norfolk will have a more magical Christmas this year thanks to Soul Church in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536574/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Taking_Norfolk_Christian_love_onto_the_streets.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536574/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Taking_Norfolk_Christian_love_onto_the_streets.aspx Mon, 17 Dec 2018 19:25:00 GMT Pat Atkinson is an ordinary person with an extraordinary legacy of taking Norfolk love onto the streets of India and helping transform the lives of thousands of street children, destitute elderly people and those with cancer and leprosy. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536565/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_gift_of_Love_at_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536565/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_gift_of_Love_at_Christmas.aspx Mon, 17 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT As Ruth Starkings reflects on the Christmas story, she reminds us of the amazing gift of love that we have all received through that baby’s birth. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536444/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Three_Norfolk_churches_share_in_430k_grant.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536444/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Three_Norfolk_churches_share_in_430k_grant.aspx Fri, 14 Dec 2018 11:00:00 GMT Three historic Norfolk churches are among 77 across the UK to share in a 430,000 Christmas grants payout from the National Churches Trust. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536446/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christian_charity_opens_10th_house_for_homeless.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536446/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christian_charity_opens_10th_house_for_homeless.aspx Fri, 14 Dec 2018 10:00:00 GMT The Christian charity Hope into Action is celebrating the opening of its 10th house in Norwich this Christmas in partnership with St Catherine's Church in Mile Cross, enabling them to house in total over 30 previously homeless people across the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536321/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Enterprising_new_vicar_for_Norwich_s_marketplace.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536321/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Enterprising_new_vicar_for_Norwich_s_marketplace.aspx Wed, 12 Dec 2018 12:00:00 GMT The church of St Peter Mancroft, neighbouring Norwich market, has a new vicar with an entrepreneurial spirit and an enthusiasm for finding out what brings people joy. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norfolk_re_imagines_its_future_shape.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norfolk_re_imagines_its_future_shape.aspx Wed, 12 Dec 2018 09:00:00 GMT 2018: Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk is marking its tenth anniversary in 2019 and the team behind the charity has been reimagining its future to come up with a new-look event for June 2019. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536359/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_sound_of_silence.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536359/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_sound_of_silence.aspx Wed, 12 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton explains why a period of silence can be spiritually beneficial. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536217/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Hospital_vigil_as_Jack_s_life_hung.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536217/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Hospital_vigil_as_Jack_s_life_hung.aspx Tue, 11 Dec 2018 07:00:00 GMT Jack W Gregory was skin and bones when he stopped breathing for three minutes as his life hung in the balance lying in his Norwich hospital bed. Sandie Shirley reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536132/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Over_30_years_of_recovery_and_changed.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536132/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Over_30_years_of_recovery_and_changed.aspx Sun, 09 Dec 2018 07:00:00 GMT A five-month stay at Norwich based drug rehab Hebron House saved Kay’s life. The charity wants to raise more money so more women like Kay can experience freedom from drugs and alcohol and learn to live again. Helen Baldry reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536129/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Norfolk_churches_urged_to_back_community_spirit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536129/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Norfolk_churches_urged_to_back_community_spirit.aspx Sun, 09 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT Two Christians working in adult social care are asking churches across Norfolk to join a new taskforce called Community Spirit, helping people who have no support network with one-off jobs that will enable them to return home from hospital. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536110/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/The_barefoot_entrepreneur_behind_Norwich_Mustard.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536110/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/The_barefoot_entrepreneur_behind_Norwich_Mustard.aspx Sat, 08 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT Known as the Barefoot Entrepreneur, Robert Ashton has spent 2018 bringing a community-owned mustard company into existence. It is the latest in a long line of Norfolk initiatives that this Wymondham-based Quaker has helped to make happen. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Author_s_childrens_book_in_Norfolk_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Author_s_childrens_book_in_Norfolk_s.aspx Fri, 07 Dec 2018 13:30:00 GMT Christian author Gracie Wright is asking for support as she donates 1,000 copies of her new children’s book ‘Silly Eric’s Countdown To Christmas’ to foodbanks across Norfolk and East Anglia for inclusion in their Christmas hampers.  http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536015/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_real_meaning_of_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/536015/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_real_meaning_of_Christmas.aspx Thu, 06 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT A brass band, a children’s choir and a woodwind ensemble helped YMCA Norfolk celebrate the true meaning of Christmas at its annual Carol Service at the Norwich Salvation Army Citadel in Norwich yesterday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535933/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Football_star_Linvoy_tells_of_his_transformed.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535933/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Football_star_Linvoy_tells_of_his_transformed.aspx Thu, 06 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT Former Premier League footballer and one-time Norwich City transfer target, Linvoy Primus, spoke in Norwich on Monday night (December 3) about how his life was transformed when he became a Christian. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535927/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_operates_seasonally_in_our_non_stop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535927/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_operates_seasonally_in_our_non_stop.aspx Thu, 06 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT Jane Clamp has been kicking the autumn leaves, and reflects on the periods of rest God builds into our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535844/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_chapter_in_Norwich_couples_story_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535844/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_chapter_in_Norwich_couples_story_of.aspx Wed, 05 Dec 2018 10:00:00 GMT When Jane Colman “found the strength” to relaunch a popular Christian puppet ministry that had been originally created and directed in Norwich by her late husband, David, it marked a new chapter in an unfolding love story. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535868/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Ben_shares_his_hope_for_justice_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535868/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Ben_shares_his_hope_for_justice_with.aspx Wed, 05 Dec 2018 07:00:00 GMT Co-founder and CEO of Hope for Justice - Ben Cooley – fires-up huge global audiences with passion and vision as he dares to fight to end today’s slavery – a message he recently brought to a Norfolk church’s conference. Sandie Shirley reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535837/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_teenager_Jas_fights_back_to_be.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535837/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_teenager_Jas_fights_back_to_be.aspx Tue, 04 Dec 2018 12:00:00 GMT Norwich teenager Jas Mickleburgh has fought back from losing her mother and attempting suicide to become an inspirational speaker and be named YMCA Norfolk Volunteer of the Year at a Celebration Awards night in Norwich recently. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535594/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_acts_of_kindness_for_complete.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535594/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_acts_of_kindness_for_complete.aspx Sat, 01 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT A violin for a refugee, clothes to attend a funeral, heating oil and a washing machine are just some of the things a Norwich church has been able to provide to needy and desperate people in the city, thanks to an award-winning Christian charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535535/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/1_300_Norfolk_families_benefit_from_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535535/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/1_300_Norfolk_families_benefit_from_Christmas.aspx Fri, 30 Nov 2018 07:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army is preparing to deliver Christmas presents and food parcels to 1,348 families across Norfolk following referrals from more than 40 agencies. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535403/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_Christmas_Good_News.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535403/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/First_chance_to_read_Christmas_Good_News.aspx Thu, 29 Nov 2018 07:00:00 GMT The Winter edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535409/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_should_we_cope_with_Brexit_uncertainty.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535409/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_should_we_cope_with_Brexit_uncertainty.aspx Thu, 29 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT Britain’s intended withdrawal from the EU has dominated recent news bulletins, but Mark Fairweather-Tall explains how we can cope with all the uncertainties that spring up in our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535352/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Christians_lead_on_Thetford_s_Christmas_Night.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535352/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Christians_lead_on_Thetford_s_Christmas_Night.aspx Wed, 28 Nov 2018 11:30:00 GMT Three Christian volunteers are taking the lead in organising an Evening and Night Shelter in Thetford providing beds, breakfast and a hot evening meal for homeless people over the festive period. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Double_decker_on_revival_prayer_journey_across.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Double_decker_on_revival_prayer_journey_across.aspx Wed, 28 Nov 2018 11:00:00 GMT A double-decker bus is to be driven right across Norfolk on Saturday, stopping off in major towns so that Christians can get on and pray for revival. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534990/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_Chinese_church_grows_into_new_building.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534990/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_Chinese_church_grows_into_new_building.aspx Wed, 28 Nov 2018 10:00:00 GMT The new building constructed for Norwich’s Chinese Church was packed on Monday, November 26 for its Grand Opening as the flourishing congregation celebrated having the space to grow as a West Norwich church serving the whole community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535114/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_Graham_bids_farewell_to_the_Diocese.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535114/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_Graham_bids_farewell_to_the_Diocese.aspx Mon, 26 Nov 2018 12:00:00 GMT Bishop Graham James said an emotional official farewell to the Diocese of Norwich at a packed Norwich Anglican Cathedral last night, after 19 years as its bishop. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535124/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Watch_short_farewell_message_from_Bishop_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535124/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Watch_short_farewell_message_from_Bishop_of.aspx Mon, 26 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT Bishop Graham James has recorded a short farewell video message to people across his Diocese of Norwich as he leaves after 19 years in the post. Watch it here. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532960/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_lecture_report_dont_forget_dementia.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532960/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_lecture_report_dont_forget_dementia.aspx Mon, 26 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT Eighty people came to hear Dr Sarah Housden from UEA talk on the subject of “Memory, Dementia and the Spiritual Self” at a recent meeting of Science and Faith in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535048/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_teenager_organises_shoebox_gifts_for_children.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/535048/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_teenager_organises_shoebox_gifts_for_children.aspx Fri, 23 Nov 2018 12:00:00 GMT A Norwich teenager has galvanised his church, St George’s on Sprowston Road, to fill over 40 shoeboxes full of gifts for disadvantaged children around the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Working_with_homeless_is_a_privilege.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Working_with_homeless_is_a_privilege.aspx Wed, 21 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon explains why she considers her work with the homeless to be a privilege. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534547/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_Graham_to_say_farewell_after_20.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534547/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_Graham_to_say_farewell_after_20.aspx Mon, 19 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT Bishop Graham James will be saying his official goodbye to the Diocese of Norwich on Sunday after 20 years in the role and as the longest-serving Bishop in the Church of England. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_seminar_teaches_how_to_share_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_seminar_teaches_how_to_share_hope.aspx Sat, 17 Nov 2018 12:00:00 GMT 40 Christians from across East Anglia attended the first Sharing Hope in Crisis event hosted by the Diocese of East Anglia. Rebecca Bretherton reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534518/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Pop_icon_Shapiro_performs_with_band_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534518/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Pop_icon_Shapiro_performs_with_band_at.aspx Sat, 17 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT Stalham Baptist Church provided a relaxed environment for some 180 music fans to enjoy music by Hebron, a top rate Messianic trio, including international star Helen Shapiro. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Bishop_to_bless_Norfolks_first_high_tech.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Bishop_to_bless_Norfolks_first_high_tech.aspx Fri, 16 Nov 2018 12:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich is set to bless the first church in Norfolk to be heated by high-tech air source heat pumps. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Free_church_resource_welcomes_everyone_to_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Free_church_resource_welcomes_everyone_to_the.aspx Fri, 16 Nov 2018 08:00:00 GMT Christian charity Lifewords is helping churches and individuals experience the Bible’s Nativity story in ways that are accessible to all this year through its free booklet resource OUTSIDE/IN. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534039/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/New_Dereham_mayor_given_civic_welcome_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534039/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/New_Dereham_mayor_given_civic_welcome_at.aspx Thu, 15 Nov 2018 10:00:00 GMT New Dereham Town mayor, Cllr Hilary Bushell, has been welcomed into the post for an historic second consecutive time at a civic service held at her home church, the Catholic Sacred Heart and St Margaret Mary in the town. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534288/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Marital_submission_means_putting_God_first.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/534288/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Marital_submission_means_putting_God_first.aspx Wed, 14 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT James Knight has been considering the call, in scripture, for wives to submit to their husbands, and shares with us his interpretation of that instruction. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533922/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Remembrance_Day_marked_across_Norwich_and_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533922/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Remembrance_Day_marked_across_Norwich_and_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 12 Nov 2018 19:00:00 GMT Communities and churches across Norwich and Norfolk marked a very special Remembrance Day this year on the centenary of the Armistice, ending the First World War. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_gospel_adventurer_and_writer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_gospel_adventurer_and_writer.aspx Mon, 12 Nov 2018 18:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to gospel adventurer and former Fleet Street journalist, Mike Wiltshire, who died peacefully in Bart’s Hospital in London yesterday surrounded by his family. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_domestic_abuse_programme_goes_live_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_domestic_abuse_programme_goes_live_in.aspx Sun, 11 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich based initiative that aims to improve help and support for whole families and individuals experiencing domestic abuse will go live on November 14, with a launch event at Blackfriars Hall. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Archbishop_praises_Diocese_of_Norwich_as_visit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Archbishop_praises_Diocese_of_Norwich_as_visit.aspx Sat, 10 Nov 2018 10:00:00 GMT The third and final day of the visit of the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby’s visit to Norfolk began by serving breakfast and ended with a sing-a-long and a ringing endorsement for the Diocese of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_achievements_of_young_people.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_achievements_of_young_people.aspx Fri, 09 Nov 2018 18:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk celebrated the achievements of the young people and families it supports at its annual fun evening of celebration at the Open in Norwich last night. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/Archbishop_Justin_lays_lifeboat_wreath_off_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_Archive/Archbishop_Justin_lays_lifeboat_wreath_off_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 09 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT 2018: The second day of the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby’s, visit to Norfolk saw him visit a school, hospital, church café and lifeboat as well as help serve fish and chips to over 750 people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533769/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Archbishop_hears_story_of_reconciliation_at_YMCA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533769/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Archbishop_hears_story_of_reconciliation_at_YMCA.aspx Thu, 08 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT The Archbishop of Canterbury heard yesterday how YMCA Norfolk had been able to help former Norwich My Place resident Chris Forster reconcile his broken relationship with his partner and start seeing his young daughter again. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533722/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Archbishop_Justin_leads_exploration_of_reconciliation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533722/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Archbishop_Justin_leads_exploration_of_reconciliation.aspx Thu, 08 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT The need for reconciliation in the church and in the world was at the heart of an evening of reflection involving Archbishop Justin Welby at a packed Norwich Anglican Cathedral last night. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533703/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Archbishop_Justin_given_ecumenical_welcome_to_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533703/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Archbishop_Justin_given_ecumenical_welcome_to_Norwich.aspx Wed, 07 Nov 2018 12:00:00 GMT The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby was welcomed to Norwich at an historic ecumenical service of welcome at St John the Baptist Catholic Cathedral at midday today http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533717/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Lead_me_from_War_to_Peace.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533717/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Lead_me_from_War_to_Peace.aspx Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT As Philip Young reflects on this year’s Remembrance commemorations, he yearns for a more peaceful world where such conflicts are a thing of the past. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530623/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Ashton_Lane_band_play_at_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530623/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Ashton_Lane_band_play_at_Norfolk_church.aspx Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT Ashton Lane, The Scottish musical trio, played their own brand of Americana Country music at FOL Church in Ashill and over 1,000 was raised for The Bishop's Appeal for outreach in Papua New Guinea. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533619/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Aid_s_Christmas_appeal_focuses_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533619/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Aid_s_Christmas_appeal_focuses_on.aspx Tue, 06 Nov 2018 14:00:00 GMT Carols, songs and Christmas cards all use the image of ‘peace on earth,’ but our world is far from peaceful for many. Christian Aid appeals to Norfolk people to support the peacemakers doing incredible work in Lebanon. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533436/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Salvation_Armys_toys_and_tins_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533436/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Salvation_Armys_toys_and_tins_appeal.aspx Mon, 05 Nov 2018 07:00:00 GMT For more than 30 years, The Salvation Army has been transforming Christmases across Norfolk through the Toys and Tins appeal and is once again appealing for donations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533437/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Charity_Christmas_card_shop_open_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533437/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Charity_Christmas_card_shop_open_in_Norwich.aspx Sun, 04 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich the Rt Revd Graham James officially opened the Original Norwich Charity Christmas Card in Norwich, which sells cards from 29 charities, 100% of the profits go to the charities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533157/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Appeal_for_Norfolk_churches_to_support_Wymondham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533157/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Appeal_for_Norfolk_churches_to_support_Wymondham.aspx Fri, 02 Nov 2018 07:00:00 GMT A new group of trustees have joined the board of Wymondham Youth Bus and want to take the project forward with the help of the Norfolk Christian community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_rhythm_of_the_day_with_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_rhythm_of_the_day_with_God.aspx Thu, 01 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Starkings is determined to allow the light of God’s love and joy to shine in the darkness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533074/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Methodist_trio_celebrate_180_years_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/533074/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Methodist_trio_celebrate_180_years_of.aspx Tue, 30 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT The Methodist Church’s Norwich Circuit has celebrated the commissioning, 60 years ago, of three local preachers with 180 years of service between them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532971/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_remembrance_commemoration_plans_unveiled.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532971/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_remembrance_commemoration_plans_unveiled.aspx Tue, 30 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT Plans for this year’s Remembrance Sunday commemorations in Norwich marking 100 years since the end of the First World War have been unveiled. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532891/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christians_gather_at_Norwich_Cathedral_on_Halloween.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532891/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christians_gather_at_Norwich_Cathedral_on_Halloween.aspx Sun, 28 Oct 2018 06:00:00 GMT Burn 24/7 Norwich is encouraging Christians to spend Halloween ‘Taking Back the Night’ on Wednesday, October 31 with an evening of extended worship in Norwich Cathedral and outreach on the city’s streets. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532874/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_comes_out_top_in_churches_heritage.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532874/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_comes_out_top_in_churches_heritage.aspx Fri, 26 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk has been revealed as the top county in the country for church interiors and social history in a study about church heritage and numbers visiting churches and chapels. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532743/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/One_for_each_Norfolk_life_lost_15.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532743/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/One_for_each_Norfolk_life_lost_15.aspx Thu, 25 Oct 2018 07:30:00 GMT A poignant remembrance installation is on show at St Peter Mancroft church in Norwich to mark the centenary of the end of WW1. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532676/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_rough_sleeping_service_demonstrates_impact.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532676/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_rough_sleeping_service_demonstrates_impact.aspx Thu, 25 Oct 2018 07:15:00 GMT In the last three months there have been 122 positive outcomes in the new Pathways project for rough sleepers in Norwich. The Pathways team says it has been working hard to build up a rapport with people sleeping rough in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532744/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Are_we_stewards_of_the_earth_or.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532744/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Are_we_stewards_of_the_earth_or.aspx Wed, 24 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant is concerned at the apparently increasing effects of climate change, and wonders if Christians should re-interpret the biblical instruction to be stewards of the planet. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327118/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/We_need_100_Friends_to_support_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327118/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/We_need_100_Friends_to_support_the.aspx Tue, 23 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT This month marks the thirteenth anniversary of the Network Norwich and Norfolk website launch and we want to give our readers the opportunity to express their support for the service we provide. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532604/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_finalist_at_national_young_chorister_competition.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532604/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_finalist_at_national_young_chorister_competition.aspx Mon, 22 Oct 2018 08:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral chorister Brooke Elley has made it through to the finals of the BBC Radio 2 Young Chorister of the Year competition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532426/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_leader_for_Norfolk_and_Suffolk_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532426/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_leader_for_Norfolk_and_Suffolk_Christian.aspx Fri, 19 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk and Suffolk Christian Police Association has had a change of leadership with former Deputy Branch Leader of Norfolk, Claire Hamilton-Deane, taking over as Branch Leader from Marie Reavey. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Modern_slavery_referrals_more_than_double_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Modern_slavery_referrals_more_than_double_in.aspx Wed, 17 Oct 2018 10:00:00 GMT 101 people from the East of England have been identified as victims of modern slavery and referred into The Salvation Army’s specialist support service over the past year, a report released today has revealed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531715/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Jesus_meets_us_where_we_are.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531715/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Jesus_meets_us_where_we_are.aspx Tue, 16 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon looks back to her early years in the countryside, and reflects on the contexts in which Jesus meets us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532177/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_dinner_hears_from_Message_Trust_leader.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532177/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_dinner_hears_from_Message_Trust_leader.aspx Mon, 15 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT The gripping story of how Shane Roche survived a deeply troubled youth to help bring hope and inspiration to countless young people, was the focus of the fellowship dinner on Thursday, November 8 at the Mercure Hotel, Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532005/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/New_priest_installed_in_South_Norfolk_Benefice.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/532005/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/New_priest_installed_in_South_Norfolk_Benefice.aspx Sat, 13 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT The Anglican Upper Tas Valley Benefice in South Norfolk has a new priest-in-charge with the installation of Rev Lydia Avery, who has moved with husband Chris from Somerset to take on the role. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531982/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Artificial_intelligence_is_no_longer_just_science.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531982/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Artificial_intelligence_is_no_longer_just_science.aspx Fri, 12 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT At last week's Science and Faith Lecture at Norwich Anglican Cathedral, Professor John Wyatt discussed artificial intelligence (AI) and its effects on humanity. Mark Sims reflects on what he said. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531925/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Cathedral_service_to_unveil_new_tribute_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531925/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Cathedral_service_to_unveil_new_tribute_to.aspx Wed, 10 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk nurse Edith Cavell made the ultimate sacrifice helping First World War soldiers reach safety and this Saturday her heroism will be remembered at a special graveside service at Norwich Cathedral with the unveiling of a new story board in Tombland. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_worldwide_Mothers_Union_president_has_links.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_worldwide_Mothers_Union_president_has_links.aspx Wed, 10 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT This week, for the first time, the Mothers’ Union elected a Worldwide President from outside of Britain, voting for Sheran Harper from Guyana who has worked closely, in the past, with Mothers’ Union Diocese of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531771/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_support_discipleship_with_shoeboxes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531771/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_support_discipleship_with_shoeboxes.aspx Wed, 10 Oct 2018 11:00:00 GMT As many Christians in Norfolk are filling shoeboxes with Christmas presents for children overseas, the Regional Coordinator for Operation Christmas Child Trish Ellse emphasises it is more than a shoebox - it can also lead to The Greatest Journey. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531784/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_group_prays_for_transformational_revival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531784/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_group_prays_for_transformational_revival.aspx Tue, 09 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT The next monthly meeting of ‘Transforming the Atmosphere’ in Norwich on October 15 will build on the plan to strategically pray for the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/LET_is_a_powerful_word.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/LET_is_a_powerful_word.aspx Mon, 08 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT Peter Farley has been pondering over a word which has many meanings and which he considers has much power. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531695/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_and_papers_to_create_Fields.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531695/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_and_papers_to_create_Fields.aspx Mon, 08 Oct 2018 20:00:00 GMT Three landmark Norfolk churches have teamed up with the Royal British Legion and local papers the Eastern Daily Press and Norwich Evening News to launch a campaign to honour all those who fought and fell in the First World War. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531677/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Clients_endorse_new_course_at_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531677/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Clients_endorse_new_course_at_Norwich_church.aspx Mon, 08 Oct 2018 12:30:00 GMT Now in its third year of helping people find work, graduates of Surrey Chapel CAP Job Club are recommending that Norwich jobseekers attend the ‘Steps to Employment’ course starting 16 October for its warm welcome, cake, support and confidence building. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531691/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_Diocese_admits_mistakes_over_convicted.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531691/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_Diocese_admits_mistakes_over_convicted.aspx Sun, 07 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT The Diocese of East Anglia has admitted making historic mistakes in allowing a Catholic priest who had a conviction for indecency in New Zealand in 1976 to play a role in parishes across Norfolk and Suffolk from the 1980s. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531659/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Could_robots_rule_world_asks_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531659/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Could_robots_rule_world_asks_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Sat, 06 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT Humans are now creating machines and robots that are more intelligent than we are an audience of over 200 at Norwich Anglican Cathedral heard last week in the tenth annual Science and Faith lecture. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531577/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_officer_to_drive_new_Faith_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531577/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_officer_to_drive_new_Faith_and.aspx Thu, 04 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT A Norfolk Christian police officer has been appointed to help drive forward a new multi-faith initiative designed to galvanise the support of faith groups to support the police and to help address problems and challenges within communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531415/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Council_asks_Norwich_churches_to_help_rough.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531415/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Council_asks_Norwich_churches_to_help_rough.aspx Thu, 04 Oct 2018 05:30:00 GMT With church-run winter night shelters proving a success in King’s Lynn and Great Yarmouth, the Norwich Christian community are being asked by Norwich City Council to help provide accommodation for rough sleepers in the city throughout the winter months.   http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531417/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Making_time_for_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531417/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Making_time_for_church.aspx Wed, 03 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton reflects on the many demands that church life place on our time, and encourages us to sympathise with those juggling their priorities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531255/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Tackling_the_unwanted_guests_of_anxiety_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531255/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Tackling_the_unwanted_guests_of_anxiety_and.aspx Wed, 03 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT Christian therapist Tracy McCarron-Row runs workshops on combating anxiety in Norwich. This is Tracy’s own story of tackling her unwanted guests. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531157/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_author_bares_her_soul_over_baby.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531157/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_author_bares_her_soul_over_baby.aspx Sun, 30 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT In the UK one in four women suffer a miscarriage but the loss is rarely voiced and the grief is surrounded by a lonely silence. After four miscarriages, writer, Jane Clamp, has bared her heart and soul to tell her story of loss, grief, and eventual peace. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531047/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/First_as_Archbishop_Justin_to_visit_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/531047/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/First_as_Archbishop_Justin_to_visit_Norwich.aspx Thu, 27 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT The Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Rev Justin Welby, is to take part in an historic short ecumenical service at St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich on November 7 at the start of a three-day visit to Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/The_Matthew_Project_moves_to_new_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/The_Matthew_Project_moves_to_new_Norwich.aspx Thu, 27 Sep 2018 05:00:00 GMT This week The Matthew Project relocated their Head Office to their newly purchased property on Oak Street, where the charity plan to establish a Norwich Recovery Hub with strong community recovery support and access to training and enterprise. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530819/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Blessed_are_the_Persecuted.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530819/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Blessed_are_the_Persecuted.aspx Wed, 26 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT John Myhill considers Christians to be a persecuted minority in modern society, and has been considering what our attitude and response should be. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530788/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Christian_charity_releases_free_video_on_addictions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530788/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Christian_charity_releases_free_video_on_addictions.aspx Wed, 26 Sep 2018 13:00:00 GMT C4L's latest hard-hitting video on addictions has been released and it is an excellent free resource to anybody who is working with people with addictions of all kinds. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530770/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Watton_church_leads_on_town_wide_Families.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530770/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Watton_church_leads_on_town_wide_Families.aspx Wed, 26 Sep 2018 10:00:00 GMT St Mary's Church in Watton is holding a weekend of special events to supplement fundraising for the salary of a Families Matter Keyworker, a town-wide role that the church is proactively championing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530747/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_Norfolk_Christian_football_league_season_kicks.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530747/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_Norfolk_Christian_football_league_season_kicks.aspx Tue, 25 Sep 2018 11:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League kicked off a new season last weekend with a healthy 36 teams spread over five youth and adult divisions with more teams still needed at Under 10s and Under 16s. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Octogenarian_cyclists_visit_50_Norfolk_churches_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Octogenarian_cyclists_visit_50_Norfolk_churches_in.aspx Mon, 24 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT Octogenarian cyclists Paula and Michael Hughes visited 50 churches in one day on their tandem to raise funds for their home church of Our Lady and St Walstan’s, Costessey, and the Norfolk Churches Trust. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530469/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/S_Norfolk_church_raises_funds_for_Ugandan.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530469/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/S_Norfolk_church_raises_funds_for_Ugandan.aspx Fri, 21 Sep 2018 13:00:00 GMT For over 20 years churches in the Bramerton benefice have supported a charity in Uganda that gives a home to orphaned babies. Remarkably a family visiting the village happened to include 2 children who had been rescued by the charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Can_you_help_house_the_homeless_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Can_you_help_house_the_homeless_in.aspx Wed, 19 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT Mark Fairweather-Tall is determined to do more to help the homeless of Norwich this winter, and is asking for help from the Christian community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530339/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norfolk_entrepreneur_Roly_tells_his_uplifting_story.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530339/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norfolk_entrepreneur_Roly_tells_his_uplifting_story.aspx Wed, 19 Sep 2018 11:00:00 GMT Roly le Roy, a Norfolk entrepreneur, who tells his personal story with great humour and energy, was guest speaker at the next Norwich FGB dinner on October 11 at the Mercure Hotel, Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530346/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_project_runs_course_for_teen.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530346/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_project_runs_course_for_teen.aspx Tue, 18 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT In today’s culture identity and low self-esteem often remain a challenge that young women face as they mature into adolescence and this is tackled in a training course offered by ENYP. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530165/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Legacies_boost_for_Norfolks_historic_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530165/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Legacies_boost_for_Norfolks_historic_churches.aspx Mon, 17 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT A six-figure boost from legacies has helped to fund conservation of Norfolk’s historic churches and chapels. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_Christian_charity_donates_ex_prison_survival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_Christian_charity_donates_ex_prison_survival.aspx Mon, 17 Sep 2018 10:00:00 GMT This year a Norfolk-based Christian charity has issued urban survival packs to 65 ex-offenders being released from HMP Norwich with no fixed abode. As winter approaches they are appealing for donations of survival kit items. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530073/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Chaplains_help_Norfolk_Police_to_build_bridges.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/530073/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Chaplains_help_Norfolk_Police_to_build_bridges.aspx Sun, 16 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT After a career as a chartered accountant, Richard Whall took early retirement 16 years ago and a new role as a chaplain with Norfolk Police. Sandie Shirley reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529722/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_actor_takes_centre_stage_in_Martin.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529722/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_actor_takes_centre_stage_in_Martin.aspx Fri, 14 Sep 2018 07:00:00 GMT Actor Freddy Goymer returned to his hometown of Norwich to take on the title role in a play about the life of Martin Luther at the Norwich Playhouse. Before the show he talked about his love of acting and what he hoped would resonate with the audience. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norfolk_Christian_charity_feeds_over_5_000.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norfolk_Christian_charity_feeds_over_5_000.aspx Thu, 13 Sep 2018 10:00:00 GMT A Norfolk Christian charity planned to feed 5,000 people this year through community projects. By the end of August they have already smashed this target, which shows the efficiency of the project, but also the extent of food poverty in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529715/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/From_Brazil_to_Norwich_with_a_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529715/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/From_Brazil_to_Norwich_with_a_mission.aspx Thu, 13 Sep 2018 05:00:00 GMT Brazilian missionaries Paulo and Cláudia Mussi moved from Portugal to North Norwich in March, and have quickly got involved in plans to create a new community hub for people living in the Mousehold area. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529848/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Church_given_go_ahead_to_build_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529848/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Church_given_go_ahead_to_build_Norwich.aspx Tue, 11 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT Plymouth Brethren Christian Church has been given permission to build a new gospel hall off Oaks Lane in Postwick near Norwich by Broadland District Council. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529795/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_has_control_over_suddenly.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529795/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_has_control_over_suddenly.aspx Tue, 11 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT Jane Clamp explains how we can cope with those “Suddenly” moments in our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529716/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Doodling_therapy_at_old_Norwich_hospital_chapel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529716/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Doodling_therapy_at_old_Norwich_hospital_chapel.aspx Tue, 11 Sep 2018 13:00:00 GMT Norwich artist Ben Bell is launching a new group in the old Norwich and Norfolk Hospital chapel encouraging people from the surrounding area to doodle and use art as a way of expressing themselves. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/From_Thetfords_postmistress_to_church_pastor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/From_Thetfords_postmistress_to_church_pastor.aspx Tue, 11 Sep 2018 11:00:00 GMT In 1995, Tracey Day, a Thetford postmistress, unexpectedly decided to move to Manchester to train to become a church minister. Now, 23 years later, she has returned to the Mid Norfolk town as the pastor of the Church of the Nazarene. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Message_of_hope_given_on_suicide_prevention.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Message_of_hope_given_on_suicide_prevention.aspx Mon, 10 Sep 2018 19:00:00 GMT People who are contemplating suicide are being offered a powerful message of hope from others who have been in the same position as part of a new initiative designed to encourage them to stop, wait and talk while showing that someone cares. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529513/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Taverham_11_year_old_raises_over_650.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529513/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Taverham_11_year_old_raises_over_650.aspx Mon, 10 Sep 2018 05:00:00 GMT Since April, 11-year old Ashton Holmes from Taverham has invested his time, energy and passion into raising over 650 for the international Christian charity Mercy Ships after watching a video about their life-changing work during a holiday in Skegness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529580/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_duo_return_after_Australia_megachurch_roles.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529580/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_duo_return_after_Australia_megachurch_roles.aspx Fri, 07 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich couple who crossed the world to attend a Bible college in Australia and join the pastoral team at megachurch Hillsong have returned to Norfolk after 12 years to “cheer on the local church”. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529427/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Ecumenical_start_to_Archbishop_Justins_Norfolk_visit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529427/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Ecumenical_start_to_Archbishop_Justins_Norfolk_visit.aspx Wed, 05 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT The Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Rev Justin Welby, is visiting the Diocese of Norwich for three days in November and will begin his visit with an ecumenical act of worship at St John the Baptist’s Catholic Cathedral in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529374/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_can_you_support_your_spouse.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529374/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_can_you_support_your_spouse.aspx Wed, 05 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT Ike and Linda Nnene suggest ways in which we can all strengthen the bonds with our spouse. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529334/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_first_to_read_Norfolk_Good_News.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529334/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Be_first_to_read_Norfolk_Good_News.aspx Tue, 04 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT The Autumn edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529138/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Update_from_Christian_Aid_on_flooding_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/529138/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Update_from_Christian_Aid_on_flooding_in.aspx Sun, 02 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT In what's said to be the worst rains in more than 100 years, over a million people have been affected by the unprecedented flooding in Kerala, southern India – with the loss of more than 400 lives during the monsoon season. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Prayers_for_Kerala_flood_victims_at_St.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Prayers_for_Kerala_flood_victims_at_St.aspx Wed, 29 Aug 2018 10:00:00 GMT Parishioners at St John’s Cathedral in Norwich have been praying for those affected by the devastating floods in Kerala in south India, including some families from Norwich who were caught up in the disaster. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528391/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Can_Jesus_fully_satisfy_our_human_hunger.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528391/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Can_Jesus_fully_satisfy_our_human_hunger.aspx Tue, 28 Aug 2018 23:00:00 GMT Philip Young explains that it is not complicated to meet the spiritual hunger and thirst in our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528623/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Showbiz_star_couple_speak_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528623/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Showbiz_star_couple_speak_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx Sun, 26 Aug 2018 23:00:00 GMT Back by popular request, broadcaster, actor and singer Paul Jones (of Manfred Mann fame), and his actress wife, Fiona Hedley, shared their unusual story, with music, at the Norwich FGB dinner at the Mercure Hotel on September 18. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Double_success_for_YMCA_Norfolk_in_youth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Double_success_for_YMCA_Norfolk_in_youth.aspx Thu, 23 Aug 2018 23:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has today been named as a finalist in the national Youth Matters Awards in the YMCA of the Year category and in the Best Family Work Project of the Year category. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528569/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_minister_reports_on_Indian_floods_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528569/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_minister_reports_on_Indian_floods_in.aspx Thu, 23 Aug 2018 23:00:00 GMT Tens of thousands are now homeless in the Kerala region of Southern India which has been hit by the worst floods in living memory says Norwich minister Rev Pat Atkinson, who has been working in the area for the past 28 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528499/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_ex_Bishop_of_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528499/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_ex_Bishop_of_Norwich.aspx Wed, 22 Aug 2018 23:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to the Rt Revd Peter Nott, former Bishop of Norwich, who died on August 20, aged 84. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528436/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolk_Christian_project_offers_prophetic_ministry.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528436/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolk_Christian_project_offers_prophetic_ministry.aspx Wed, 22 Aug 2018 11:00:00 GMT Prophetic Lighthouse is a Norfolk-based Christian prophetic ministry which offers intimate worship, prayer and prophetic words. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/This_little_light_of_mine_Im_gonna.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/This_little_light_of_mine_Im_gonna.aspx Mon, 20 Aug 2018 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Starkings is determined to allow the light of God’s love and joy to shine in the darkness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_Christian_charity_on_the_move.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_Christian_charity_on_the_move.aspx Sun, 19 Aug 2018 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Youth for Christ is relocating their premises after 12 years to take up residence at newly formed Mousehold Hub just North of the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Auction_boost_for_Thetford_Church_redevelopment.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Auction_boost_for_Thetford_Church_redevelopment.aspx Sun, 19 Aug 2018 13:00:00 GMT During the August Bank Holiday weekend St Cuthbert’s Church in Thetford will host a fundraising auction, contributing to the monies needed to redevelop the building into a more accessible and useful space for the local community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528336/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Youth_focused_heritage_funding_for_Mid_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528336/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Youth_focused_heritage_funding_for_Mid_Norfolk.aspx Sat, 18 Aug 2018 05:00:00 GMT A medieval church in Beeston-next-Mileham has been granted 29,100 from the Heritage Lottery Fund allowing it to progress plans to repair the listed building and involve young people from the nearby school, giving them insight into a range of careers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528205/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Church_run_Wymondham_cafe_refreshes_body_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528205/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Church_run_Wymondham_cafe_refreshes_body_and.aspx Thu, 16 Aug 2018 09:05:00 GMT A church-run community cafe in Wymondham will be celebrating its first anniversary in September and plans to continue to offer a listening ear, friendly faces and excellent food. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528240/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_words_we_use_matter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528240/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_words_we_use_matter.aspx Wed, 15 Aug 2018 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Bryant explains that the words we use can enhance or detract from the content of what we are saying. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528042/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Appeal_to_join_in_Norfolk_churches_bike.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528042/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Appeal_to_join_in_Norfolk_churches_bike.aspx Tue, 14 Aug 2018 11:00:00 GMT Organisers of the Norfolk Churches Trust Annual Bike Ride and Walk are appealing for churches to join in with the event by opening their doors to visitors and individuals to take part and raise money for their own church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528027/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_church_supports_Thai_charity_tackling_prostitution.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/528027/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_church_supports_Thai_charity_tackling_prostitution.aspx Sun, 12 Aug 2018 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has helped a Christian charity in Thailand reach prostitutes working in the red light district of Patpong with the transforming message of the gospel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/527846/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Report_on_year_tackling_sexual_exploitation_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/527846/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Report_on_year_tackling_sexual_exploitation_in.aspx Wed, 08 Aug 2018 23:00:00 GMT The Christian-based Magdalene Group charity has reported on its 23rd year of work with women affected by sexual exploitation in Norwich and Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/527836/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/We_must_take_care_of_God_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/527836/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/We_must_take_care_of_God_s.aspx Wed, 08 Aug 2018 23:00:00 GMT Mark Fairweather Tall is concerned about the onward progress of climate change, and believes we owe it to God to do all we can not to accelerate this progress. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/527231/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_do_we_really_mean_by_Tolerance.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/527231/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_do_we_really_mean_by_Tolerance.aspx Wed, 01 Aug 2018 23:00:00 GMT John Myhill has been pondering the tolerance that abounds in our society, and shares his thoughts with us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/527173/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/N_Breckland_youth_charity_shares_Jesus_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/527173/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/N_Breckland_youth_charity_shares_Jesus_with.aspx Wed, 01 Aug 2018 09:00:00 GMT As the summer holidays begin, the North Breckland Youth for Christ team are reviewing the past academic year and giving thanks for the opportunity to work with hundreds of young people in youth cafes, lunch clubs and through their mentoring programme. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526868/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_sees_the_best_in_us.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526868/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_sees_the_best_in_us.aspx Wed, 25 Jul 2018 23:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon has been filming on Gorleston beach, and was impressed by the beauty of her surroundings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526759/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/One80_community_hub_established_by_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526759/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/One80_community_hub_established_by_Norwich_church.aspx Mon, 23 Jul 2018 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has embarked upon a community project on the Larkman estate and has plans to use their new building for youth work, focusing on music and drama. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526695/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/New_lease_of_life_for_Thetford_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526695/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/New_lease_of_life_for_Thetford_s.aspx Mon, 23 Jul 2018 13:00:00 GMT On Saturday Thetford’s Church of the Nazarene is relaunching itself within the local community with a free Fun Day to show off the newly decorated interior and to promote their new and existing activities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526658/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Ordination_is_first_for_25_years_from.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526658/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Ordination_is_first_for_25_years_from.aspx Sat, 21 Jul 2018 11:00:00 GMT Academic and former prison chaplain, Andrew Eburne, last night became the first parishioner from St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich to be ordained to the Catholic priesthood in 25 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526455/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_rough_sleeping_service_launched_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526455/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_rough_sleeping_service_launched_in_Norwich.aspx Fri, 20 Jul 2018 06:00:00 GMT An innovative new outreach service to address rough sleeping will be launched in Norwich on July 20. Pathways is a collaborative project between seven local organisations which aims to offer a creative and effective response to the current situation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526545/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Roy_gives_Norwich_insights_into_Christian_leadership.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526545/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Roy_gives_Norwich_insights_into_Christian_leadership.aspx Thu, 19 Jul 2018 11:00:00 GMT 2018: Executive Director of HOPE, Roy Crowne, gave insights into Christian leadership during a masterclass held at the Forum in Norwich as part of the Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk event in June. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Having_a_sense_of_purpose.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Having_a_sense_of_purpose.aspx Wed, 18 Jul 2018 23:00:00 GMT Jane Clamp has been making space in her life for what is important. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526402/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_Choir_celebrates_10th_birthday_at_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526402/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_Choir_celebrates_10th_birthday_at_Cathedral.aspx Tue, 17 Jul 2018 10:00:00 GMT Norwich Community Choir will perform at Norwich Cathedral twice over the coming months, as part of the Norfolk Day celebrations on July 27 and at a special event to celebrate their 10th anniversary. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwichs_cathedrals_received_almost_1m_from_fund.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwichs_cathedrals_received_almost_1m_from_fund.aspx Mon, 16 Jul 2018 23:00:00 GMT A 40m scheme to conserve and repair England’s cathedrals, including almost 1m for the two in Norwich, has significantly reduced immediate risks, according to a report published today. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526246/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Adelaida_s_life_changing_double_hip_operation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526246/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Adelaida_s_life_changing_double_hip_operation.aspx Mon, 16 Jul 2018 11:00:00 GMT A young Tanzanian health care worker has had a successful operation in Norwich to restore the use of both of her legs thanks to the work of a Norfolk Catholic surgeon and a surgical team from the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Community_Gospel_Choir_set_to_launch_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Community_Gospel_Choir_set_to_launch_in.aspx Thu, 12 Jul 2018 19:00:00 GMT A new community gospel choir will be starting up in Norwich in September. With a focus on fun and community, the choir is open to all, regardless of musical ability.   http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_to_survive_and_thrive_during_first.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_to_survive_and_thrive_during_first.aspx Wed, 11 Jul 2018 23:00:00 GMT Ike and Linda Nnene share their thoughts on not only surviving the first year of marriage, but making the most of that wonderful time together. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526166/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Science_talk_on_how_can_we_save.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526166/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Science_talk_on_how_can_we_save.aspx Wed, 11 Jul 2018 23:00:00 GMT How can a Christian world-view contribute to the priorities and practicalities of conservation and planetary stewardship? Over seventy people contributed to a lively discussion on this topic at a recent meeting of Science and Faith in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526001/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolks_role_in_tackling_the_Syrian_refugee.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/526001/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolks_role_in_tackling_the_Syrian_refugee.aspx Fri, 06 Jul 2018 20:00:00 GMT Mid Norfolk MP George Freeman and the Bishop of Norwich came together with local leaders at Norwich Cathedral to discuss how to tackle the refugee crisis and why Syria matters to Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525842/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/17_new_priests_and_deacons_ordained_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525842/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/17_new_priests_and_deacons_ordained_in.aspx Thu, 05 Jul 2018 11:00:00 GMT Some 17 candidates were ordained as priests and deacons in the Diocese of Norwich at a service at Norwich Anglican Cathedral on Saturday June 30. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525760/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_vicar_appointed_for_St_Peter_Mancroft.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525760/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_vicar_appointed_for_St_Peter_Mancroft.aspx Tue, 03 Jul 2018 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, with the unanimous agreement of the churchwardens and elected representatives of the PCC, has appointed the Reverend Canon Edward Carter as the next Priest-in-Charge, and in due course Vicar, of St Peter Mancroft. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525440/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Having_faith_in_school.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525440/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Having_faith_in_school.aspx Tue, 03 Jul 2018 23:00:00 GMT Reflecting on his own schooldays, Robert Ashton believes that faith schools have a positive role to play in society. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525674/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Regional_Manager_of_Samaritans_Purse_from.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525674/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Regional_Manager_of_Samaritans_Purse_from.aspx Mon, 02 Jul 2018 13:00:00 GMT Trish Ellse from Wymondham, who had been volunteering as Norfolk’s Area Coordinator for Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child, has been appointed as the charity's full-time Regional Manager for the East of England. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525643/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/James_shares_his_experience_of_following_lifes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525643/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/James_shares_his_experience_of_following_lifes.aspx Mon, 02 Jul 2018 06:00:00 GMT As marketing manager of Norwich Cathedral James Shelton moves on to a new challenge, he reflects on the subject of calling and how we understand it and communicate our experience of it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_marquee_buzzes_with_fun_at_Royal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_marquee_buzzes_with_fun_at_Royal.aspx Sat, 30 Jun 2018 06:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich marquee at this year’s Royal Norfolk Show was buzzing with fun and excitement, with a huge range of activities including Lego church building, a climbing wall, free hand massages and dancing dogs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525438/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Freda_Smith_an_East_Anglian_legend.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525438/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Freda_Smith_an_East_Anglian_legend.aspx Wed, 27 Jun 2018 23:00:00 GMT Philip Young has been to a very special birthday party, and shares with us his description of an amazing lady. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525255/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_pioneer_of_social_justice_Tony.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525255/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_pioneer_of_social_justice_Tony.aspx Sat, 23 Jun 2018 23:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to Tony Gammage, a committed Christian who worked hard for the general cause of social justice, who died on June 17 whilst on a family cycling holiday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525163/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Watton_church_warmly_welcomes_Award_commendation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525163/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Watton_church_warmly_welcomes_Award_commendation.aspx Fri, 22 Jun 2018 10:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich has named its 'Most Welcoming Churches 2018' in an awards ceremony at Norwich Cathedral with St Mary’s Parish Church in Watton receiving a high commendation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525081/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Hospitals_are_holy_ground.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525081/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Hospitals_are_holy_ground.aspx Wed, 20 Jun 2018 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Bryant explains why hospitals are special places, and deserve our respect and prayers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525018/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Build_a_church_and_ring_a_bell.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/525018/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Build_a_church_and_ring_a_bell.aspx Tue, 19 Jun 2018 23:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich will once again be at the Royal Norfolk Show on Wednesday and Thursday June 27 and 28 to celebrate and highlight the church’s role in local communities across the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/524774/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Norwich_festival_shows_Christian_community_in_action.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/524774/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Norwich_festival_shows_Christian_community_in_action.aspx Sat, 16 Jun 2018 22:00:00 GMT 2018: The church in action across Norwich and Norfolk was on display at the Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk festival at the Forum in Norwich on Saturday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/524679/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Sandy_Millar_gives_leadership_insights_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/524679/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Sandy_Millar_gives_leadership_insights_in_Norwich.aspx Thu, 14 Jun 2018 11:00:00 GMT Former Rector of Holy Trinity Brompton (HTB), and Alpha Course pioneer, Rev Sandy Millar, shared some insights into church leadership and renewal at a lunch for Christian leaders organised by Transforming Norwich last week http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/524578/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Finding_God_in_the_waves.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/524578/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Finding_God_in_the_waves.aspx Wed, 13 Jun 2018 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Starkings has been to the seaside, and has been reminded of the might and constancy of God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/524374/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_represented_at_national_Trumpet_Call_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/524374/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_represented_at_national_Trumpet_Call_prayer.aspx Tue, 12 Jun 2018 23:00:00 GMT East Anglia was represented at the recent ‘Trumpet Call 2018’ prayer conference, as a group from Norfolk joined with over 1,500 prayerful Christians from across the UK. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/524256/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/King_s_Lynn_churches_bless_thousands_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/524256/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/King_s_Lynn_churches_bless_thousands_at.aspx Mon, 11 Jun 2018 12:30:00 GMT 2018: Celebrate King’s Lynn, a completely free fun day hosted by the town’s churches, experienced a massive turnout on Saturday, June 9 with more people benefiting from the event than in any previous year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/524233/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/New_team_plans_to_build_up_Quiet.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/524233/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/New_team_plans_to_build_up_Quiet.aspx Mon, 11 Jun 2018 10:00:00 GMT A diverse team of six people, who describe themselves as having left the rat race to live at Quiet Waters Christian Retreat House on the Norfolk border, are eager to use their skills to bless guests with home grown food and spiritual refreshment. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/524035/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Is_your_church_multi_cultural.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/524035/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Is_your_church_multi_cultural.aspx Wed, 06 Jun 2018 23:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon asks whether our churches are willing to actually include those of other cultures as well as help them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/523943/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Wymondham_project_gives_children_free_holiday_fun.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/523943/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Wymondham_project_gives_children_free_holiday_fun.aspx Mon, 04 Jun 2018 23:00:00 GMT Whether it’s handling a snake, learning circus skills or trying their hand at African drumming, youngsters have been enjoying a unique, bumper experience at Hub Community Project in Wymondham. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/523715/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Luke_s_journey_from_Norwich_to_worldwide.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/523715/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Luke_s_journey_from_Norwich_to_worldwide.aspx Sun, 03 Jun 2018 23:00:00 GMT In 2000, aged 15, Luke Hellebronth was baptised at King’s Community Church in Norwich. Now he leads an international Christian movement that is seeking to inspire Godly worship and make it central to church and community life across the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/523745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Hymnbooks_cross_the_world_from_Norwich_warehouse.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/523745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Hymnbooks_cross_the_world_from_Norwich_warehouse.aspx Sat, 02 Jun 2018 23:00:00 GMT Many of the people crowding into church services around the world this year will be opening hymnbooks from Norwich-based Hymns Ancient and Modern. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/523631/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Date_set_for_life_changing_operation_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/523631/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Date_set_for_life_changing_operation_in.aspx Thu, 31 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT A Catholic Norwich surgeon’s plan to operate for free on a young Tanzanian health care worker to restore the use of her legs has overcome bureaucratic red tape and seen her fly to the UK with a date now set for the life-changing operation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/523617/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_aims_to_lead_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/523617/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_aims_to_lead_new.aspx Wed, 30 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich has set out its ambition to continue playing a pivotal role and lead in the new education landscape across Norfolk and Waveney in its new education strategy, just published. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522985/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Norwich_familys_three_generations_of_church_leaders.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522985/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Norwich_familys_three_generations_of_church_leaders.aspx Wed, 30 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT 2018: A Norwich family will be celebrating a special 50-year link with the London School of Theology (LST) on Saturday June 16 at the Celebrate Norfolk event at the Forum http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522863/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/There_s_power_in_love.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522863/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/There_s_power_in_love.aspx Tue, 29 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT Mark Fairweather Tall reflects on the sermon delivered at the recent royal wedding, and believes that it gives a powerful message for all of us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522764/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Wifes_death_was_biggest_test_of_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522764/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Wifes_death_was_biggest_test_of_faith.aspx Sun, 27 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk-raised TV presenter Simon Thomas has said that losing his wife Gemma to cancer in November was the biggest test his Christian faith has ever had. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522753/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Ex_naval_chief_speaks_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522753/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Ex_naval_chief_speaks_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx Sat, 26 May 2018 11:00:00 GMT Captain Richard Meryon, former chief engineer on HMS Ark Royal - and later, director of the Garden Tomb in Jerusalem – was guest speaker at the FGB dinner in Norwich on Monday, June 18. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522684/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_of_Norwich_announces_his_retirement.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522684/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_of_Norwich_announces_his_retirement.aspx Fri, 25 May 2018 10:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the longest-serving current Bishop in the Church of England, has announced he is to retire, with his final public service in November http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_missionaries_in_Cambodia_appeal_for_teachers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_missionaries_in_Cambodia_appeal_for_teachers.aspx Fri, 25 May 2018 06:00:00 GMT Interserve missionaries Alex and Ellie Hawke, from Norfolk, have made an appeal for Christian teachers to consider the exciting opportunity of moving to Cambodia, to work for a small international school serving missionary families. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522495/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Summer_18.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522495/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Summer_18.aspx Wed, 23 May 2018 15:00:00 GMT The Summer edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522398/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Priest_Fr_Philip_in_Carrow_Road_return.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522398/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Priest_Fr_Philip_in_Carrow_Road_return.aspx Wed, 23 May 2018 11:00:00 GMT Former Norwich City star Philip Mulryne preached from the heart at St John’s Cathedral in Norwich on Sunday morning, just hours before he made a return to the pitch at Carrow Road to play for the Canaries’ Legends team against Inter (Milan) Forever. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_the_gardener_at_work_in_our.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_the_gardener_at_work_in_our.aspx Tue, 22 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT Jane Clamp takes a break from her gardening to reflect on what she has learned about God from her endeavours. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522458/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_city_medieval_church_celebrates_modernisation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522458/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_city_medieval_church_celebrates_modernisation.aspx Tue, 22 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT On Sunday evening the community of St Stephen’s Church, in Norwich city centre, held a Service of Thanksgiving to celebrate the completion of refurbishment work to create a more inviting and useable building. Biddy Collyer reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522356/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Lighthouse_Church_to_open_Men_s_Shed.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522356/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Lighthouse_Church_to_open_Men_s_Shed.aspx Mon, 21 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT 2018: Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham will be setting up a Men’s Shed in the town centre, hopefully by the autumn of this year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522317/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_unite_in_Norwich_to_pray_Thy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522317/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_unite_in_Norwich_to_pray_Thy.aspx Mon, 21 May 2018 11:00:00 GMT Two hundred people from dozens of churches across Norwich and Norfolk gathered at Norwich’s Anglican cathedral on Pentecost Sunday, May 20, at the 'Spirit Break Out' event to mark the end of ten days of prayer under the Thy Kingdom Come banner. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522230/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_youth_league_sees_200_players.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522230/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_youth_league_sees_200_players.aspx Mon, 21 May 2018 11:00:00 GMT Over 200 players from 37 different teams enjoyed an exciting and sunny five-a-side tournament organised by the youth section of the Norfolk Christian Football league on Saturday (May 19) at Old Catton, Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522211/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_Academy_Trust_praised_by.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522211/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_Academy_Trust_praised_by.aspx Mon, 21 May 2018 05:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust, which comprises 30 schools, has been praised by Ofsted for strong leadership, quality teaching and a culture of collaborative learning. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522012/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_reopens_after_five_month_refurbishment.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/522012/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_reopens_after_five_month_refurbishment.aspx Thu, 17 May 2018 09:00:00 GMT A celebration service with the Bishop of Norwich will be held at the Church of St Peter Mancroft on Sunday, May 27, as part of a weekend of events to mark the re-opening of the church after the completion of a major building update. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521998/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Cup_finals_prove_exciting_end_to_NCFL.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521998/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Cup_finals_prove_exciting_end_to_NCFL.aspx Wed, 16 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT A weekend of cup final action brought the Norfolk Christian Football League’s youth sections to close for this year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521889/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_to_tell_if_you_have_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521889/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_to_tell_if_you_have_a.aspx Tue, 15 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT Ike and Linda Nnene challenge us to examine the success of our marriages. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497321/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Churches_across_Norfolk_feed_7000_people_every.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497321/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Churches_across_Norfolk_feed_7000_people_every.aspx Tue, 15 May 2018 08:00:00 GMT New research has revealed that Christian groups and churches across Norfolk feed an incredible 7,000 people every month of the year, following the example and command of Jesus Christ to ‘feed the hungry’. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_Christian_scientist_Dr.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_Christian_scientist_Dr.aspx Sun, 13 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT It is with great sadness that the death of Dr Robert Selvendran has been announced. Robert, who has been a keen supporter of local Christian organisations for many years, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday May 8. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521527/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/_90k_boost_for_Norfolk_church_heritage.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521527/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/_90k_boost_for_Norfolk_church_heritage.aspx Wed, 09 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT St Mary’s church at Newton Flotman in South Norfolk has received almost 90,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for an exciting project to interpret the heritage of the church and to carry out urgent structural repairs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521515/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/_Nothing_more_than_nothing_can_be.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521515/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/_Nothing_more_than_nothing_can_be.aspx Wed, 09 May 2018 11:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight thinks back to the snow we had this winter and finds encouragement for those of us who consider our contribution to the Kingdom of God to be insignificant. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521443/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Get_help_finding_work_at_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521443/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Get_help_finding_work_at_Norwich_church.aspx Wed, 09 May 2018 11:00:00 GMT On May 15 Surrey Chapel’s Job Club in Norwich is running another 8-week ‘Steps to Employment’ course.  The Job Club, with its warm welcome, cake, support and confidence building approach is proving successful in helping people find work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521429/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/900_join_East_Anglia_Diocese_pilgrimage_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521429/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/900_join_East_Anglia_Diocese_pilgrimage_to.aspx Tue, 08 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT Around 900 people joined the annual Diocese of East Anglia pilgrimage to Walsingham on Bank Holiday Monday, May 7, which took on a new format in record-breaking temperatures. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521261/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Simon_Barratt_at_Friends_of_Israel_celebration.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521261/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Simon_Barratt_at_Friends_of_Israel_celebration.aspx Fri, 04 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT Simon Barratt, journalist and popular presenter of Middle East news on Christian TV, will be among special guest speakers at a celebration in Norwich on Tuesday, May 22, for the 70th anniversary of the modern State of Israel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521113/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Support_welcome_at_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521113/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Support_welcome_at_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx Thu, 03 May 2018 13:00:00 GMT The finals of the youth teams in the Norfolk Christian Football League will be held over the weekend of 12 – 13 May, where teams in the U10, U12, U14 and U16 leagues will play their final fixtures of the season. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521079/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Singer_Helen_Shapiro_appears_at_Norwich_music.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521079/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Singer_Helen_Shapiro_appears_at_Norwich_music.aspx Thu, 03 May 2018 11:00:00 GMT Helen Shapiro, the ‘sixties pop singer sensation in the UK, appeared with the Hebron gospel music trio in Norwich on Tuesday May 22 at the Mercure Hotel http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521076/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Easter_Story_is_our_Story.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521076/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Easter_Story_is_our_Story.aspx Wed, 02 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT Although Easter was a month ago, Philip Young explains how the events of the first Easter continue to impact our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521022/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Canon_retires_after_decades_of_faithful.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/521022/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Canon_retires_after_decades_of_faithful.aspx Wed, 02 May 2018 05:00:00 GMT On April 24 Rev Canon John Minns retired after 27 years of faithful service with the Norwich city centre church of St George, Tombland; a ministry that saw the congregation grow and secured the church’s future as a place of worship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520903/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Brazilian_couple_come_to_Norwich_on_long.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520903/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Brazilian_couple_come_to_Norwich_on_long.aspx Mon, 30 Apr 2018 15:00:00 GMT Brazilian couple Paulo and Cláudia Mussi arrived in Norwich on March 19 to live as long-term Christian missionaries working with Portuguese speaking people in the city, and the wider community around Mousehold.  Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520904/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_church_toddler_group_for_Norwich_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520904/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_church_toddler_group_for_Norwich_community.aspx Sun, 29 Apr 2018 23:00:00 GMT A new parent and toddler group has started up in Norwich and is set to grow over the coming weeks as leaders build up connections in the community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520892/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Hundreds_join_Rosary_on_the_Coast_prayers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520892/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Hundreds_join_Rosary_on_the_Coast_prayers.aspx Sun, 29 Apr 2018 23:00:00 GMT The Rosary on the Coast prayer event was marked by hundreds of people at over a dozen locations across the Diocese of East Anglia yesterday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520752/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norwich_church_youth_team_wins_league_title.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520752/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norwich_church_youth_team_wins_league_title.aspx Thu, 26 Apr 2018 23:00:00 GMT A team from Sprowston Parish has won the Norfolk Christian Football League’s Under-16s league title in their very first season. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520650/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_society_based_on_God_s_values.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520650/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_society_based_on_God_s_values.aspx Wed, 25 Apr 2018 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Bryant wonders what kind of country we want to be as we prepare to leave the EU. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520594/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Paul_recognised_for_his_commitment_to_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520594/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Paul_recognised_for_his_commitment_to_Christian.aspx Wed, 25 Apr 2018 07:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian Paul Binney has received an award for his outstanding commitment to helping people living in poverty. The certificate was signed by Dr Rowan Williams and presented by poet priest Malcolm Guite at his performance in Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520449/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_honours_staff_and_looks_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520449/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_honours_staff_and_looks_to.aspx Mon, 23 Apr 2018 11:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk celebrated its inspirational staff and chief executive Tim Sweeting outlined its future direction at a day for all colleagues at the King’s Centre in Norwich on April 19. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Church_team_wins_Norfolk_Christian_football_trophy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Church_team_wins_Norfolk_Christian_football_trophy.aspx Sun, 22 Apr 2018 23:00:00 GMT A team representing three Norwich churches has won the most important trophy awarded by the Norfolk Christian Football league in its very first season in the league. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Charity_skydive_boosts_faith_of_retiring_Sprowston.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Charity_skydive_boosts_faith_of_retiring_Sprowston.aspx Sat, 21 Apr 2018 06:00:00 GMT Marilyn Hood from Wroxham Road Methodist Church jumped out of a plane last month to celebrate her pending retirement and raised 1,500 for MIND. Here Marilyn writes about how God spoke to her in the clouds. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Christian_bookshop_hosts_Derehams_new_community_fridge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Christian_bookshop_hosts_Derehams_new_community_fridge.aspx Thu, 19 Apr 2018 05:00:00 GMT This week a new community fridge was installed at Green Pastures Christian bookshop on Dereham High Street as part of a growing initiative in Breckland to tackle food waste. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520058/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Let_God_write_your_page.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520058/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Let_God_write_your_page.aspx Tue, 17 Apr 2018 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Starkings encourages us to allow God to plan our days as each new sunrise arrives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520035/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bicentenary_celebration_of_historic_Norwich_Sunday_School.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520035/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bicentenary_celebration_of_historic_Norwich_Sunday_School.aspx Tue, 17 Apr 2018 12:30:00 GMT A weekend of events on May 5-7 and the publication of a new book are planned to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the formation of the Sunday School of Rosebery Road Methodist Church, formerly known as Sun Lane Sunday School. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520006/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Night_at_the_Oscars_with_church_linked.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/520006/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Night_at_the_Oscars_with_church_linked.aspx Tue, 17 Apr 2018 09:30:00 GMT An award-winning community choir formed from members of Oak Grove Community Church and Catton's local community are performing a Night at the Oscars on April 28.   http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519914/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/NCBC_win_cup_to_do_Norfolk_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519914/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/NCBC_win_cup_to_do_Norfolk_Christian.aspx Sun, 15 Apr 2018 11:00:00 GMT Norwich Central Baptist Church put on a five star performance to win the Norfolk Christian Football League’s Bishop Maurice Woods cup final on Saturday morning (April 14), securing a league and cup double for the second year in a row. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Heigham_Parks_National_Christian_cup_run_ends.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Heigham_Parks_National_Christian_cup_run_ends.aspx Sat, 14 Apr 2018 23:00:00 GMT Heigham Park Rangers’ National Christian Trophy cup run came to an end on Saturday when they lost a semi-final 3-0 to Kay Street Baptist from Lancashire. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_church_and_mosque_team_up_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_church_and_mosque_team_up_to.aspx Thu, 12 Apr 2018 11:00:00 GMT In a unique partnership a Norwich church and Mosque have teamed up to feed homeless and vulnerable people as a tribute to a Norwich minister who is shortly to leave the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519760/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_church_burglar_escapes_jail_sentence_after.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519760/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_church_burglar_escapes_jail_sentence_after.aspx Thu, 12 Apr 2018 09:00:00 GMT A man whole stole artefacts from three Norwich churches has escaped a jail sentence after a Christian centre in Sheringham gave him support and a home. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519756/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Are_you_making_best_use_of_your.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519756/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Are_you_making_best_use_of_your.aspx Wed, 11 Apr 2018 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Tong suggests we may need to reconsider our priorities in order to make best use of the time we have here on earth. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519640/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Indian_church_pastor_back_to_minister_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519640/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Indian_church_pastor_back_to_minister_in.aspx Tue, 10 Apr 2018 11:00:00 GMT Rev Nicky Smith and her husband Pastor Zion Samuel are visiting Norwich for several weeks between April and June and will be ministering at Grace Christian Fellowship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519588/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_mural_undergoes_transformation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519588/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_mural_undergoes_transformation.aspx Sun, 08 Apr 2018 23:00:00 GMT A large mural inside St Stephen’s Church, Norwich, disguising internal building work, has been cleverly transformed from a nativity scene into panels depicting the Easter resurrection. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519515/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/League_trophy_presented_to_Norwich_Central_Baptist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519515/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/League_trophy_presented_to_Norwich_Central_Baptist.aspx Sat, 07 Apr 2018 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian Football League title winners, Norwich Central Baptist Church, were presented with the league trophy after their game with title rivals Heigham Park Rangers on Saturday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_celebrates_over_30_Easter_baptisms.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_celebrates_over_30_Easter_baptisms.aspx Fri, 06 Apr 2018 11:00:00 GMT SOUL Church in Norwich has just celebrated over 2,400 people attending its Easter services with more than 30 people being baptised. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519281/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Looking_for_the_Joy_of_the_Lord.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519281/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Looking_for_the_Joy_of_the_Lord.aspx Wed, 04 Apr 2018 23:00:00 GMT Jane Clamp helps us to find some of that joy that Jesus promises to bring us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519019/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_church_encourages_city_workers_in_lunch.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/519019/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_church_encourages_city_workers_in_lunch.aspx Sat, 31 Mar 2018 07:00:00 GMT St Andrew’s Church in Norwich's city centre is providing an oasis of peace and a place of faith for city workers in their lunch hour. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518994/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_challenge_of_the_Resurrection.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518994/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_challenge_of_the_Resurrection.aspx Fri, 30 Mar 2018 23:00:00 GMT John Myhill challenges us to renew our spiritual link to God as we come to terms with the enormity of His resurrection. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518986/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Exciting_internship_programme_at_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518986/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Exciting_internship_programme_at_Norfolk_church.aspx Fri, 30 Mar 2018 08:00:00 GMT Are you 18 – 30 and passionate about God? Looking for somewhere to explore your calling? The Fountain of Life’s internship programme enables you to explore gifting and ministry by providing opportunities to serve in mission with a church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518981/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Lives_changed_in_Uganda_by_Norfolk_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518981/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Lives_changed_in_Uganda_by_Norfolk_Christian.aspx Thu, 29 Mar 2018 18:00:00 GMT A Norfolk charity providing healthcare and education to vulnerable people in Uganda recently sent a team to visit the project – and they invite people to join their next trip. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518878/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Chrism_Mass_draws_1000_from_across_East.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518878/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Chrism_Mass_draws_1000_from_across_East.aspx Thu, 29 Mar 2018 09:00:00 GMT Over 1,000 people attended the annual Chrism Mass at a packed Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich on Tuesday night (March 27), during which priestly promises were renewed and sacred oils blessed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518857/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Norfolk_church_members_erect_large_wooden_crosses.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518857/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Norfolk_church_members_erect_large_wooden_crosses.aspx Thu, 29 Mar 2018 08:00:00 GMT For the third year running members of Carleton Rode Baptist Church will be erecting eight-foot high wooden crosses in their front gardens on Good Friday to remind their communities that Easter is about more than Easter eggs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Get_your_free_guide_to_exploring_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Get_your_free_guide_to_exploring_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 28 Mar 2018 23:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich has just released the latest Exploring Norfolk Churches booklet. The free guide shows churches in Norfolk and Waveney that are open during weekdays as well as on Sundays. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518859/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Easter_heralds_new_beginnings_and_new_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518859/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Easter_heralds_new_beginnings_and_new_life.aspx Wed, 28 Mar 2018 23:00:00 GMT Kevin Gotts is looking forward to Easter, and the new hope that it brings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Supermarket_food_scheme_feeds_5000_Norfolk_people.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Supermarket_food_scheme_feeds_5000_Norfolk_people.aspx Tue, 27 Mar 2018 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich charity is aiming to feed 5,000 people in need during 2018, with support from Tesco’s Community Food Connection scheme which redistributes unsold food to charities and community groups. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_launches_degree_in_Youth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_launches_degree_in_Youth.aspx Tue, 27 Mar 2018 13:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich has launched a new three year Undergraduate Training Scheme offering students a paid placement in youth ministry within the Diocese whilst studying for a degree at Ridley Hall College. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517433/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_wants_to_build_a_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517433/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_wants_to_build_a_church.aspx Mon, 26 Mar 2018 07:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich wants to build a church out of Lego at this year's Royal Norfolk Show and is appealing for spare bricks. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518580/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Website_launches_closer_partnership_with_newspaper.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518580/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Website_launches_closer_partnership_with_newspaper.aspx Sat, 24 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT A new closer partnership between the Network Norfolk website and the long-established Christian tabloid newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk has been launched to the benefit of readers and advertisers of both publications. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518565/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Home_secretary_visits_Magdalene_Group_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518565/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Home_secretary_visits_Magdalene_Group_in_Norwich.aspx Fri, 23 Mar 2018 16:00:00 GMT Home Secretary Amber Rudd visited the Magdalene Group in Norwich today (March 23) to learn about the work the Christian charity does with women affected by sexual exploitation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518332/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christian_leaders_plan_to_bless_Norwich_decision.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518332/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christian_leaders_plan_to_bless_Norwich_decision.aspx Thu, 22 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT On Monday a group of Norwich Christian leaders met with representatives from national charity Cinnamon Network to kick-start plans for a Civic Prayer Event, a gathering to listen and pray into the challenges of leaders from all spheres of city life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518341/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Local_charities_join_together_to_tackle_homelessness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518341/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Local_charities_join_together_to_tackle_homelessness.aspx Wed, 21 Mar 2018 11:00:00 GMT A consortium of eight local organisations have been awarded 758k by Norwich City Council over the next three years to address rough sleeping and support people with complex needs in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518423/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Easter_new_day_new_beginnings_new_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518423/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Easter_new_day_new_beginnings_new_hope.aspx Wed, 21 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Starkings describes how Easter symbolises a new start and how we can have a new perspective. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_woman_Anne_s_story_is_beyond.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_woman_Anne_s_story_is_beyond.aspx Sun, 18 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Anne Murrin’s autobiographical book, ‘Beyond Belief’, is a tale of triumph over adversity for the retired business woman from Blofield who has defied pain, despair and destitution with God’s help and guidance. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518123/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_churches_offer_emergency_food_and_shelter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518123/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_churches_offer_emergency_food_and_shelter.aspx Sat, 17 Mar 2018 07:00:00 GMT As the temperature drops this weekend, the City Council, Norwich churches and community volunteers are working together at the former Silver Road Baptist Church to give homeless people in Norwich a safe and warm place to sleep. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518079/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/New_plans_for_Surrey_Chapel_in_Anglia.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518079/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/New_plans_for_Surrey_Chapel_in_Anglia.aspx Fri, 16 Mar 2018 14:00:00 GMT The development companies Weston Homes and Columbia Threadneedle have this week submitted plans to Norwich City Council for the regeneration of Anglia Square which include a new home for Norwich church Surrey Chapel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518047/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Taverham_couple_get_on_their_tandem_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518047/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Taverham_couple_get_on_their_tandem_to.aspx Fri, 16 Mar 2018 12:00:00 GMT Two octogenarian tandem cyclists, from Taverham, have visited 42 different Norwich churches in just six hours to raise almost 400 for Our Lady and St Walstans church in Costessey, as well as cash for the Norfolk Churches Trust. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_cathedral_music_master_runs_marathon.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/518033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_cathedral_music_master_runs_marathon.aspx Fri, 16 Mar 2018 06:00:00 GMT Master of Music at Norwich Cathedral Ashley Grote will be running the London Marathon in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital – dressed as mascot Bernard the Bear. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_vicar_moves_on_from_two_city.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_vicar_moves_on_from_two_city.aspx Thu, 15 Mar 2018 10:00:00 GMT A Norwich vicar with a passion for inclusion is moving on from the city centre churches of St Luke’s and St Augustine’s. Keith Morris reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517929/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_line_between_good_and_evil.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517929/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_line_between_good_and_evil.aspx Thu, 15 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Anna Heydon explains how God’s light can be a great motivational force in our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517888/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Finding_Norwichs_Joy_with_the_crocodiles_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517888/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Finding_Norwichs_Joy_with_the_crocodiles_in.aspx Wed, 14 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Watching a crocodile glide past, after seeing five boys baptised in Lake Victoria, Tanzania, has been one of the most surreal moments of the last 18 months for Christian missionary, Joy McCann, from Norwich http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517746/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Steve_travels_6000_miles_from_Norfolk_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517746/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Steve_travels_6000_miles_from_Norfolk_on.aspx Mon, 12 Mar 2018 20:00:00 GMT A Norfolk man, who admits he is rubbish at DIY, has travelled 6,000 miles to help build a desperately needed floating school in Cambodia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517760/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/God_in_the_science_lab_topic_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517760/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/God_in_the_science_lab_topic_of.aspx Mon, 12 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Over sixty people gathered to hear Dr Ruth Bancewicz reflect on how science helps to satisfy human curiosity about the workings of the natural world and how it also points towards the deeper questions about our existence. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517687/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Vicar_of_Baghdad_tells_Norwich_of_his.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517687/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Vicar_of_Baghdad_tells_Norwich_of_his.aspx Mon, 12 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Canon Andrew White, a former doctor and well-known Middle East peace envoy, known as the “Vicar of Baghdad”, who has faced numerous kidnap and death threats, told a Norwich audience that it was “the love of God and love for people that drives me on.” http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517617/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Royal_patron_for_Norwich_cathedral_music_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517617/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Royal_patron_for_Norwich_cathedral_music_appeal.aspx Sat, 10 Mar 2018 02:00:00 GMT It has been announced the HRH The Earl of Wessex has agreed to be the patron of the new music appeal at Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Spring_18.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Spring_18.aspx Thu, 08 Mar 2018 09:10:00 GMT The Spring edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517480/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Motherhood_of_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517480/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Motherhood_of_God.aspx Thu, 08 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT With the approach of Mothering Sunday, Philip Young reflects on the complete parenthood of God, and explains his view that He should be seen as Mother as well as Father. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517372/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Minnesotan_priest_becomes_new_vicar_to_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517372/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Minnesotan_priest_becomes_new_vicar_to_Norwich.aspx Tue, 06 Mar 2018 11:00:00 GMT Father Paul Rider has been licensed as the new Priest in Charge at the Norwich Benefice of Old Lakenham and Tuckswood after relocating from an Episcopal Church in the Midwest of America, a move motivated by his love of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517365/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_joins_independent_press_regulator.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517365/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_joins_independent_press_regulator.aspx Tue, 06 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT The Network Norfolk website, and its sister newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, have signed an agreement with independent press regulator IMPRESS to help ensure the quality of their work and put in place a robust complaints procedure. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517319/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/YMCA_Norfolk_communities_team_opens_new_office.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517319/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/YMCA_Norfolk_communities_team_opens_new_office.aspx Mon, 05 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has thrown open the doors of its new Communities Team office on Waldegrave Road in Bowthorpe for an open day. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517262/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norwich_pays_tribute_to_Billy_Graham_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517262/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norwich_pays_tribute_to_Billy_Graham_at.aspx Sun, 04 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk friends and families whose lives were ‘transformed by faith in Christ’ were able to share their heart-warming stories in Norwich following the television relay of Billy Graham’s funeral in the United States. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517233/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Lord_of_the_Snow_still_has.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517233/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Lord_of_the_Snow_still_has.aspx Sat, 03 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Andy Bryant points out that the current wintry weather serves as a reminder that we should respect God’s creation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517187/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_teams_Kenya_visit_strengthens_ties.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517187/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_teams_Kenya_visit_strengthens_ties.aspx Fri, 02 Mar 2018 09:00:00 GMT A group from YMCA Norfolk has paid a two-week visit to the YMCA and YWCA in Kenya to strengthen ties with their sister organisations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516845/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Snow_postpones_some_Norfolk_Day_of_Prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516845/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Snow_postpones_some_Norfolk_Day_of_Prayer.aspx Fri, 02 Mar 2018 00:30:00 GMT A number of Norfolk's Women's World Day of Prayer events due to take place last week in unity with millions of Christians around the world have been postponed until Friday March 9. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517048/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Archbishop_Justin_Welby_set_for_return_visit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517048/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Archbishop_Justin_Welby_set_for_return_visit.aspx Thu, 01 Mar 2018 10:00:00 GMT The Archbishop of Canterbury is set to visit the Diocese of Norwich for the first time since his enthronement to the role in February 2013. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517037/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_opens_door_to_homeless_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517037/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_opens_door_to_homeless_for.aspx Thu, 01 Mar 2018 07:00:00 GMT St Peter Mancroft in Norwich opened its doors last night - and for the next couple of nights - to rough sleepers as the city suffers from widespread snow and ice. Helen Baldry reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517036/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Does_Christ_call_us_to_be_prejudiced.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/517036/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Does_Christ_call_us_to_be_prejudiced.aspx Thu, 01 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Peter Farley discusses the human tendency to be prejudiced, and explains why a Christian should try to avoid all prejudices, even toward beetroot-eaters! http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516950/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_prayer_walkers_tell_of_their_experience.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516950/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_prayer_walkers_tell_of_their_experience.aspx Wed, 28 Feb 2018 07:00:00 GMT A Norwich couple, who long to see a revival in the city, have been prayer walking around the streets on a regular basis for the last eight years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516844/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_of_Norwich_celebrates_25_years_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516844/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_of_Norwich_celebrates_25_years_of.aspx Mon, 26 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT Nearly 1000 people attended a celebration evensong to mark the 25th anniversary of Bishop Graham's episcopal consecration on Friday February 23 at Norwich's Anglican Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516802/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_youth_leagues_approach_seasons_climax.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516802/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_youth_leagues_approach_seasons_climax.aspx Sat, 24 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Youth leagues are approaching the climax of their seasons as league secretary Alan Barnes reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516799/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Christian_League_cups_begin_as_NCBC_win.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516799/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Christian_League_cups_begin_as_NCBC_win.aspx Sat, 24 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT As Norwich Central Baptist Church wrap up a third title in a row, Norfolk Christian Football League chairman, Jim Green reviews the adult league season so far and looks forward to the knockout cups. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516797/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Ryan_shares_remarkable_recovery_story_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516797/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Ryan_shares_remarkable_recovery_story_in_Norwich.aspx Sat, 24 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT Ryan Hofman, whose “exhilarating story of hope and recovery from a wild life-style’’ has been featured in the local press, was guest speaker at a Norwich FGB dinner evening on Thursday, March 15. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516627/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Billy_Graham_preached_to_Queen_and_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516627/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Billy_Graham_preached_to_Queen_and_at.aspx Thu, 22 Feb 2018 12:00:00 GMT The world’s best-known evangelist, Billy Graham, preached to the Queen at Sandringham and 63,000 people at Carrow Road in Norwich in 1984, sparking the start of thousands of people’s Christian commitment across Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516530/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/All_Hallows_offer_buildings_and_land_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516530/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/All_Hallows_offer_buildings_and_land_for.aspx Thu, 22 Feb 2018 11:45:00 GMT The Community of All Hallows at Ditchingham is offering its premises at a “hazelnut rent” to use as a place of Christian community and service in a nationwide Dragon's Den style campaign. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516555/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/_I_ll_pick_myself_up_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516555/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/_I_ll_pick_myself_up_and.aspx Thu, 22 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT Mark Fairweather–Tall has been reflecting on the perils and pitfalls of being a Winter Olympic athlete, and the lessons we can learn from their experiences as we travel through life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516465/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/James_to_run_first_marathon_in_aid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516465/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/James_to_run_first_marathon_in_aid.aspx Tue, 20 Feb 2018 12:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk trustee, James Shelton, is set to run his first ever marathon when he takes on the London Marathon in April as part of the YMCA national team. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516323/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Ideas_plea_as_Norfolk_plastics_recycling_scheme.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516323/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Ideas_plea_as_Norfolk_plastics_recycling_scheme.aspx Mon, 19 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT A recycling plastics scheme which has raised over 7,000 for the Matthew Project over the past six years has been forced to close and the organiser is looking for new ways to raise cash for the Christian charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516288/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/NCBC_top_of_Norfolk_Christian_league_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516288/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/NCBC_top_of_Norfolk_Christian_league_for.aspx Sat, 17 Feb 2018 20:00:00 GMT NCBC secured the Norfolk Christian League title with two games to spare on Saturday morning, recovering from going a goal behind to seal a 3-1 victory against Kings Athletic. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516217/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_of_Norwich_marks_25_years_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516217/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_of_Norwich_marks_25_years_of.aspx Fri, 16 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT The Rt Rev Graham James – the longest serving bishop in the Church of England – is celebrating 25 years in the role at a special Evensong service at Norwich Anglican Cathedral on February 23. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516134/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Lent_prayer_vigil_for_life_outside_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516134/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Lent_prayer_vigil_for_life_outside_Norwich.aspx Thu, 15 Feb 2018 12:00:00 GMT A 40 Days for Life vigil is taking place outside the BPAS abortion clinic in Norwich during Lent as part of a co-ordinated international campaign and supporters are being urged to join it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516141/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Growth_change_and_new_house_for_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516141/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Growth_change_and_new_house_for_Norwich.aspx Thu, 15 Feb 2018 07:00:00 GMT The Norwich branch of Christian charity Hope Into Action is in its fifth year and are delighted to be opening their ninth house this month, this one is in partnership with Norwich Cathedral. The team is growing and there are current vacancies. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516051/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_charity_funds_Big_C_Cloths.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516051/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_charity_funds_Big_C_Cloths.aspx Wed, 14 Feb 2018 06:00:00 GMT An acclaimed project funded by Dreams and Visions and developed by a Norfolk Christian artist, has presented two Cloths of Kindness, stitched by people using the Big C Centre with their thoughts about kindness, to the Big C Acute Centre at the NNUH. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/A_Christian_view_of_Donald_Trump.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/516052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/A_Christian_view_of_Donald_Trump.aspx Wed, 14 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight provides us with his personal analysis, as a Christian, of the US president. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515951/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Christian_charitys_backpack_appeal_for_Norwich_prison.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515951/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Christian_charitys_backpack_appeal_for_Norwich_prison.aspx Mon, 12 Feb 2018 09:00:00 GMT Loving by Giving, a Christian charity, is appealing for Christians across Norfolk to donate survival items to fill backpacks for ex-offenders who have nowhere to go when released from HMP Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515910/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_surgeon_asks_for_support_in_free.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515910/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_surgeon_asks_for_support_in_free.aspx Fri, 09 Feb 2018 14:00:00 GMT A Catholic Norwich surgeon is appealing for support after agreeing to operate for free on a young Tanzanian health care worker to restore the use of her legs and give her a brighter future. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515847/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/YMCA_Norfolk_youth_ambassador_speaks_at_UN.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515847/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/YMCA_Norfolk_youth_ambassador_speaks_at_UN.aspx Fri, 09 Feb 2018 13:00:00 GMT A Youth Ambassador from YMCA Norfolk has addressed an international conference at the United Nations in New York. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515725/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_it_means_to_be_Ecumenical.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515725/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_it_means_to_be_Ecumenical.aspx Thu, 08 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton explores the concept of Ecumenism and shares his personal thoughts on what it should mean. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Wymondham_community_responds_to_isolation_issue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Wymondham_community_responds_to_isolation_issue.aspx Wed, 07 Feb 2018 20:00:00 GMT A project in Wymondham is addressing the issue of loneliness by launching a new project to serve older people in the community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515458/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Shock_after_Norwich_church_leaders_father_is.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515458/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Shock_after_Norwich_church_leaders_father_is.aspx Mon, 05 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT Norwich church leaders Chantel and Jon Norman have been left stunned after news that Chantel’s father was killed on Thursday night (February 1) in a shooting in downtown Los Angeles, California. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_conference_tackles_issues_of_social_justice.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_conference_tackles_issues_of_social_justice.aspx Fri, 02 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT Christian leaders and projects took a prominent role in a conference which brought together over 170 social justice practitioners and organisations from across Norfolk at the King’s Centre in Norwich yesterday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515238/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/All_In_It_s_all_about_commitment.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515238/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/All_In_It_s_all_about_commitment.aspx Thu, 01 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT Jane Clamp explains that seeking to do God’s will is more than just a quick fix. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515051/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_join_together_to_tackle_modern.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/515051/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_join_together_to_tackle_modern.aspx Mon, 29 Jan 2018 14:00:00 GMT On Saturday, January 27 a summit to discuss Modern Slavery took place at Witard Road Baptist Church in Norwich, encouraging local church communities to be proactive in spotting, reporting and caring for victims of enslavement. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Soup_Run_to_remain_despite_Norwich_council.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Soup_Run_to_remain_despite_Norwich_council.aspx Thu, 25 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT There is hope that the church-organised Soup Run which has been feeding the homeless in Norwich city centre for the past 30 will be able to continue, despite a plan by Norwich City Council to remove one of the charity stalls on Hay Hill. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514739/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Cake_care_and_community_at_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514739/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Cake_care_and_community_at_Norwich_church.aspx Wed, 24 Jan 2018 17:20:00 GMT Surrey Chapel’s Job Club in Norwich is starting an 8-week ‘Steps to Employment’ course in February.  Those who are looking for work are assured a friendly welcome with cake, camaraderie and a confidence building approach.  Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514752/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_to_keep_passion_in_a_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514752/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_to_keep_passion_in_a_God.aspx Wed, 24 Jan 2018 12:00:00 GMT Linda Nnene shares her thoughts on a passionate marriage and gives guidelines for keeping the spark in our relationships. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514710/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_church_celebrates_Papua_New_Guinea_connection.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514710/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_church_celebrates_Papua_New_Guinea_connection.aspx Wed, 24 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT This year, the Diocese of Norwich’s link with the Anglican Church in Papua New Guinea will be 50 years old. A special 50th anniversary service in Norwich Cathedral to celebrate. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514578/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Sharing_faith_with_Saturday_shoppers_in_Dereham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514578/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Sharing_faith_with_Saturday_shoppers_in_Dereham.aspx Mon, 22 Jan 2018 13:30:00 GMT A small group of Christians are heading into Dereham’s town centre on Saturday afternoons to pray for shoppers and introduce people to God, with some amazing outcomes. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514499/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_Christian_leaders_encouraged_by_UK_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514499/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_Christian_leaders_encouraged_by_UK_prayer.aspx Sun, 21 Jan 2018 14:30:00 GMT A survey by Christian charity Tearfund has found that 51% of adults in the UK pray, including 20% that are not religious. Norwich Christian leaders Dave Elverson and Marcus Tutt are encouraged but not surprised by the results. Here they explain why. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Injustice_Standing_or_falling_and_failing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Injustice_Standing_or_falling_and_failing.aspx Thu, 18 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT Peter Farley feels that now is the time for Christians to take a stand against the injustice we see around us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514162/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_football_legend_and_Christian_Cyrille.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514162/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_football_legend_and_Christian_Cyrille.aspx Wed, 17 Jan 2018 13:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to football legend and committed Christian, Cyrille Regis, who died from a suspected heart attack on Sunday (January 14), aged 59. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Heacham_church_historian_endorses_Pocahontas_musical.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Heacham_church_historian_endorses_Pocahontas_musical.aspx Wed, 17 Jan 2018 10:30:00 GMT Christine Dean, a history enthusiast from St Mary’s, Heacham is endorsing a new musical production of Pocahontas, after helping the Michala Jane Dance School research the local history behind the story. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511738/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Events_across_Norfolk_aim_to_show_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511738/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Events_across_Norfolk_aim_to_show_Christian.aspx Tue, 16 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT A series of ecumenical events have been announced across Norfolk to mark the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514099/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Simon_Thomas_writes_of_his_grief_after.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514099/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Simon_Thomas_writes_of_his_grief_after.aspx Mon, 15 Jan 2018 14:00:00 GMT Norfolk-raised Christian TV presenter, Simon Thomas, has published a blog about his grief after wife Gemma died just three days after she was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia in November. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514018/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Regulars_at_Poringland_s_Royal_Oak_embrace.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/514018/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_2018_to_2020/Regulars_at_Poringland_s_Royal_Oak_embrace.aspx Mon, 15 Jan 2018 12:30:00 GMT This week a PubChurch in the South Norfolk village of Poringland is celebrating its first anniversary after a year of monthly meetings in the Royal Oak, successfully building relationships with pub regulars. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/513672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_man_reports_from_Rohingya_refugee_clinic.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/513672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_man_reports_from_Rohingya_refugee_clinic.aspx Thu, 11 Jan 2018 12:00:00 GMT Norwich-based Disaster Assistance Response Team Eldred Willey reports direct from a Samaritan’s Purse emergency diphtheria clinic he has helped to set up over the past two weeks in Bangladesh to serve Rohingya refugees. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/513746/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Turning_the_ordinary_into_the_extraordinary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/513746/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Turning_the_ordinary_into_the_extraordinary.aspx Thu, 11 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT Philip Young urges us to reject our self-centred way of living and allow Jesus to transform our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/513656/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Walsingham_Sisters_set_to_open_new_Dereham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/513656/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Walsingham_Sisters_set_to_open_new_Dereham.aspx Wed, 10 Jan 2018 12:00:00 GMT The newest religious community in the UK has just received the keys to its very first convent – a converted barn complex near Dereham in Mid Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/513572/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Incredible_response_to_Norwich_foodbank_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/513572/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Incredible_response_to_Norwich_foodbank_appeal.aspx Mon, 08 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT Norwich foodbank was able to provide emergency food, Christmas hampers and seasonal treats to hundreds of local people facing hunger in the lead up to Christmas thanks to generous support across Norwich.    http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Discover_how_football_can_help_your_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Discover_how_football_can_help_your_church.aspx Thu, 04 Jan 2018 12:10:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League is offering churches across the county the opportunity to connect with more young people and adults through the beautiful game. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/513014/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_man_helps_set_up_clinic_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/513014/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_man_helps_set_up_clinic_for.aspx Thu, 04 Jan 2018 12:00:00 GMT Norwich man has spent Christmas helping international relief organisation Samaritan’s Purse set up an emergency diphtheria clinic in Bangladesh to serve Rohingya refugees. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512943/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Report_praises_Norwich_Cathedrals_inter_faith_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512943/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Report_praises_Norwich_Cathedrals_inter_faith_work.aspx Wed, 03 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Anglican Cathedral has been commended for its inter-faith work in a new report on England’s 42 Anglican cathedrals highlighting their continued importance as places of worship, wider community work and their commitment to local economic growth. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512903/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_to_keep_going_when_the_resolutions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512903/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_to_keep_going_when_the_resolutions.aspx Wed, 03 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Starkings wonders if New Year resolutions are really the key to being a better person. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512793/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Thanks_for_new_Messianic_Jewish_synagogue_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512793/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Thanks_for_new_Messianic_Jewish_synagogue_in.aspx Mon, 01 Jan 2018 09:00:00 GMT The Adat Yeshua Messianic Jewish congregation in Norwich are giving thanks for having moved into their own premises on Essex Street and would warmly welcome visitors to the new synagogue to experience their form of worship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512766/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Piano_love_at_first_sight_for_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512766/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Piano_love_at_first_sight_for_Norwich.aspx Sat, 30 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT It was ‘love at first sight’ when Scott Morrison was offered piano lessons in Norwich at the age of 12. Now, at 27, he is an amazingly versatile musician, playing at least seven instruments. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_prayer_warrior_Mark.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_prayer_warrior_Mark.aspx Fri, 29 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian community has been paying tribute to “a great hero of the faith” Mark Sutcliffe, who died from cancer on Christmas Day. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Work_starts_to_bring_Norwich_church_vision.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Work_starts_to_bring_Norwich_church_vision.aspx Thu, 28 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT Work to make the church of St Peter Mancroft in Norwich city centre accessible to all and create a flexible space for worship, music, dance and drama starts on January 1, for four months. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512639/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/History_helps_us_look_ahead_to_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512639/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/History_helps_us_look_ahead_to_a.aspx Wed, 27 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT As we enjoy the Christmas season, John Myhill is looking ahead to the anniversaries we will be celebrating, or remembering, in 2018. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512711/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_man_responds_when_disaster_strikes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512711/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_man_responds_when_disaster_strikes.aspx Mon, 25 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT When disasters such as the Grenfell Tower fire or terrorist attacks have struck the UK in recent months, a Norwich Christian has been among the first to respond, as part of a team of Christian chaplains, offering comfort and help to those affected. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Fostering_a_cultural_shift_in_Norfolk_child.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Fostering_a_cultural_shift_in_Norfolk_child.aspx Sun, 24 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT With a disproportionately high number of children living in care, Norfolk is in desperate need of more people to become foster or adoptive parents - people like Dave and Nicola Ford, who have provided a home for good for two siblings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512645/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_boost_for_domestic_abuse_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512645/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_boost_for_domestic_abuse_appeal.aspx Fri, 22 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT Norwich church Proclaimers has given a generous 1,500 boost to the EDP’s campaign to raise funds for domestic abuse charity Leeway in memory of murdered Norwich mother Kerri McAuley. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_couple_want_to_bring_hope_through.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_couple_want_to_bring_hope_through.aspx Thu, 21 Dec 2017 12:00:00 GMT Norwich GP Ike Nnene and his teacher wife Linda, are dedicated to bringing hope and light to their adopted city through gospel music, wellness clinics and marriage support, http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512541/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_launch_nativity_film.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512541/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_launch_nativity_film.aspx Thu, 21 Dec 2017 09:00:00 GMT Young people from Norwich Youth for Christ hosted the Big Christmas Jam on December 21 when they launched their Christmas film Na Na Nativity – the nativity as you’ve never seen before! http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512546/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/A_new_Filling_Station_is_set_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512546/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/A_new_Filling_Station_is_set_to.aspx Thu, 21 Dec 2017 06:00:00 GMT The fifth Filling Station in Norfolk, part of a growing network of informal, mid-week Christian celebration meetings, will launch on January 12 serving the Ouse Valley area from Diss to Thetford. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512488/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Finding_peace_through_the_storms_of_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512488/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Finding_peace_through_the_storms_of_life.aspx Thu, 21 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT Darren Woodward reflects that Jesus can bring peace to our lives, whatever storms we my face. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512470/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Prison_prayer_brings_message_of_hope_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512470/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Prison_prayer_brings_message_of_hope_for.aspx Tue, 19 Dec 2017 12:00:00 GMT Twenty million adults in the UK pray – and one in three believes that God answers prayer. A new national campaign called “Try Praying – there is hope” features the compelling story of Norwich man Clint Holmes. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512358/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/New_team_for_Quiet_Waters_Christian_Retreat.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512358/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/New_team_for_Quiet_Waters_Christian_Retreat.aspx Mon, 18 Dec 2017 12:00:00 GMT The Quiet Waters Christian Retreat House, on the Suffolk and Norfolk border, is looking forward to starting 2018 with a full staff team, ready to welcome guests to a varied programme of retreats. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512350/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_pastor_Jon_s_role_after_Texas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512350/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_pastor_Jon_s_role_after_Texas.aspx Mon, 18 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT Norwich church pastor Jon Norman was guest preacher at a Texas church on Sunday November 5, the very same night that 26 men, women and children were shot dead in a Baptist church in nearby San Antonio. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512243/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_sends_9_585_shoeboxes_to_children.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512243/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_sends_9_585_shoeboxes_to_children.aspx Fri, 15 Dec 2017 08:00:00 GMT On Wednesday evening a lorry picked up its load of 9,585 shoeboxes filled with Christmas presents, donated by Norfolk families, schools and churches to take to children in the Ukraine. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512216/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolks_message_of_hope_at_carol.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512216/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolks_message_of_hope_at_carol.aspx Thu, 14 Dec 2017 12:00:00 GMT Around 400 people enjoyed a YMCA Norfolk carol service at Norwich’s Anglican Cathedral last night http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512193/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Renewed_hope_for_Norwich_church_s_popular.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512193/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Renewed_hope_for_Norwich_church_s_popular.aspx Thu, 14 Dec 2017 11:00:00 GMT Yesterday following a successful appeal for new volunteers Roy Hansell, the 89-year old founder of St Luke’s Lunch Club, and his wife Mary, the Head Cook, stood down after 30 years of service at a Christmas community meal attended by the Lord Mayor. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512177/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Waiting_for_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512177/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Waiting_for_God.aspx Thu, 14 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT As we enjoy this Advent season, as we wait for Christmas, Mark Fairweather-Tall reminds us that waiting is an essential part of our Christian experience. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512053/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Was_Norfolk_vagabond_of_God_a_saint.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512053/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Was_Norfolk_vagabond_of_God_a_saint.aspx Tue, 12 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT Known as The Vagabond of God, former Norfolk schoolboy John Bradburne is the subject of a new biography and a growing movement to have him canonised as a saint. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512025/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Students_turn_to_Christ_at_UEA_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512025/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Students_turn_to_Christ_at_UEA_Christian.aspx Mon, 11 Dec 2017 16:00:00 GMT On Thursday, December 7 over 500 students attended Norwich Cathedral for the UEA’s Christian Union Christmas Carol Service, with many responding by giving their lives to Christ. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512016/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Swaffham_TV_nuns_pass_on_good_habits.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512016/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Swaffham_TV_nuns_pass_on_good_habits.aspx Mon, 11 Dec 2017 12:00:00 GMT Channel 5 reality TV series Bad Habits – Holy Orders, took five party-loving, selfie-obsessed, young women and challenged them to live in the Norfolk convent of the Daughters of Divine Charity in Swaffham for several weeks. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512015/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Refugees_brave_journey_to_a_new_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/512015/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Refugees_brave_journey_to_a_new_life.aspx Mon, 11 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT War, prison, blackmail, hazardous seas and being locked into a container lorry were not enough to stop brave Sudanese refugee Hafiz Omar battling his way to Norwich and the hope of a new life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511969/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_ordination_is_a_first_for_Diocese.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511969/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_ordination_is_a_first_for_Diocese.aspx Sat, 09 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT Deacon Jaylord Magpuyo became the first priest to be ordained in the Diocese of East Anglia for four years and the first-ever Filipino, at the Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich last night. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511895/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Winter_17.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511895/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Winter_17.aspx Fri, 08 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT The Winter edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511819/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_to_chair_national_care.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511819/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_to_chair_national_care.aspx Thu, 07 Dec 2017 12:00:00 GMT The Government has today announced that the Rt Revd Graham James, Bishop of Norwich, will chair an independent Non-Statutory Inquiry into the malpractice of convicted surgeon Ian Paterson. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511782/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Life_without_God_is_nothing_Ian_tells.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511782/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Life_without_God_is_nothing_Ian_tells.aspx Wed, 06 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT "Life without God is nothing," Rev Ian Dyble, from St Thomas Norwich, told 30 church ministers and ministry leaders at the latest Transforming Norwich leaders’ lunch at the King’s Centre in Norwich on December 6. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511754/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Research_reveals_food_waste_in_the_East.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511754/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Research_reveals_food_waste_in_the_East.aspx Wed, 06 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT A nationwide poll commissioned by Christian Aid about festive charitable giving and food waste habits reveals that more than half of adults in Eastern England admit to overspending on food at Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511735/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Two_Norwich_ministers_contribute_to_popular_Bible.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511735/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Two_Norwich_ministers_contribute_to_popular_Bible.aspx Tue, 05 Dec 2017 12:00:00 GMT Two Norwich-based church ministers have joined almost 50 other theologians and Bible scholars from around the world in contributing to Fresh from the Word 2018 - a series of daily Bibles notes, which have just been launched. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/All_I_want_for_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/All_I_want_for_Christmas.aspx Tue, 05 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT As we all, perhaps, review our Christmas lists, Jane Clamp urges us to be clear on what we ask from Jesus. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511216/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_Happy_Marriage_What_you_both_deserve.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511216/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_Happy_Marriage_What_you_both_deserve.aspx Thu, 30 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT Ike and Linda Nnene explain how we can have a happy and enduring marriage, with God’s help. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Volunteers_find_joy_checking_Norfolks_donated_shoeboxes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Volunteers_find_joy_checking_Norfolks_donated_shoeboxes.aspx Tue, 28 Nov 2017 21:00:00 GMT There is still time to join the team of hardy volunteers occupying an unheated warehouse in Wymondham, working hard to get thousands of shoeboxes donated from across Norfolk, to the Operation Christmas Child appeal, ready to be sent to children overseas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511015/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Youth_projects_bless_Dereham_Christian_care_home.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511015/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Youth_projects_bless_Dereham_Christian_care_home.aspx Tue, 28 Nov 2017 10:00:00 GMT Two local youth projects have chosen to lend a helping hand at the Mid Norfolk Christian residential care home, Eckling Grange, raising funds and working hard to bless elderly residents, as well as spending time with them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511007/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Gorleston_man_wants_church_bells_to_ring.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/511007/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Gorleston_man_wants_church_bells_to_ring.aspx Tue, 28 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT Pageant - master Bruno Peek, from Gorleston, is urging church bell-ringers across Great Britain to ring their bells at 7.05pm on Sunday November 11 2018 to commemorate the 100 years anniversary of the ending of the First World War. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/510672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_priest_loses_her_hair_for_Mind.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/510672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_priest_loses_her_hair_for_Mind.aspx Mon, 27 Nov 2017 12:00:00 GMT Norfolk community priest and City Pastor in Norwich, Rev Deb Cousins, has lost all of her hair to raise money for Norwich and Central Norfolk Mind. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/510878/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Ringing_out_the_church_bells_in_Drayton.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/510878/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Ringing_out_the_church_bells_in_Drayton.aspx Mon, 27 Nov 2017 11:00:00 GMT Last year Raymond Harwood from Hellesdon took up bell ringing as a hobby, and now assists in ringing the church bells for services at St Margaret’s Drayton and Wymondham Abbey. Here Raymond writes about his new passion and its appeal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/510858/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Simon_Thomas_crushed_after_wifes_sudden_death.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/510858/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Simon_Thomas_crushed_after_wifes_sudden_death.aspx Sun, 26 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT The wife of Norfolk-raised TV presenter, Simon Thomas, has died just three days after she was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/510683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_business_of_being_good.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/510683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_business_of_being_good.aspx Thu, 23 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT Robert Ashton explains that there is more to business than making profits. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/510670/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_former_long_serving_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/510670/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_former_long_serving_Norwich.aspx Wed, 22 Nov 2017 13:00:00 GMT A long-serving former vicar of a distinctive Norwich church, the Rev Keith Crocker, has died suddenly aged 68. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/510433/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_vicar_issues_urgent_radio_appeal_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/510433/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_vicar_issues_urgent_radio_appeal_for.aspx Tue, 21 Nov 2017 14:00:00 GMT Rev David Austell made an urgent appeal on BBC Radio Norfolk this week for new volunteers to help save St Luke’s Wednesday Lunch Club in Mile Cross, Norwich as long-time volunteers Roy and Mary Hansell plan to retire after 31 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507531/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_science_lecture_looks_at_ethical_challenges.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507531/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_science_lecture_looks_at_ethical_challenges.aspx Tue, 21 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT Caring for sick and premature babies is often a balance between what is medically possible and what is ethically acceptable, explained Dr Amanda Ogilvy-Stuart at a recent Science and Faith in Norfolk event. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/510292/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Vicar_of_Baghdad_speaks_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/510292/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Vicar_of_Baghdad_speaks_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx Sat, 18 Nov 2017 18:00:00 GMT Canon Andrew White, a courageous Middle East Peace Envoy described as “something of a legend”, was the international guest speaker at the FGB Christmas Dinner Evening on Tuesday, December 5, at the Mercure Hotel, Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/510252/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_a_year_of_achievements.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/510252/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_a_year_of_achievements.aspx Fri, 17 Nov 2017 12:00:00 GMT The young people and families its serves, rather than its own achievements, were the focus of YMCA Norfolk’s Annual Celebration evening at the Open Venue in Norwich last night http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/509985/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_pioneering_Norwich_pastor_David.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/509985/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_pioneering_Norwich_pastor_David.aspx Thu, 16 Nov 2017 06:30:00 GMT Warm tributes have been made this week to David Pavitt, a pioneering Norwich pastor who died in his sleep at home after a long illness.  He was 82.  http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/509986/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Powerful_are_the_Peacemakers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/509986/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Powerful_are_the_Peacemakers.aspx Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT Philip Young reminds us how powerful love is as he looks forward to next year’s Armistice Day. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/509608/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Grave_Talk_learning_to_embrace_the_inevitable.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/509608/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Grave_Talk_learning_to_embrace_the_inevitable.aspx Thu, 09 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT As we approach Remembrance Sunday, Andrew Bryant believes we should be more willing to consider and discuss the final event in all our earthly lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/509553/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_Growkids_project_supports_local_families.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/509553/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_Growkids_project_supports_local_families.aspx Wed, 08 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT A Nowich church has launched a project to offer clothing and equipment for 0 - 12s free of charge for anyone who needs it. They welcome donations and would value the Christian community's support in their bid for Aviva community funding. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/509540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Rough_night_on_heath_highlights_Norwich_homelessness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/509540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Rough_night_on_heath_highlights_Norwich_homelessness.aspx Wed, 08 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT While most of us were tucked up in bed, a group of 20 people braved the elements and bedded down for the night on makeshift cardboard mattresses and tatty blankets in front of the Britannia Café in support of Christian charity Hope Into Action. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/509084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Christian_youth_project_celebrates_10_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/509084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Christian_youth_project_celebrates_10_years.aspx Thu, 02 Nov 2017 08:00:00 GMT A thanksgiving service was held on November 1 at the House of Prayer in Norwich to mark the ten year anniversary of local Christian youth charity ENYP. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/509076/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Low_voices_needed_to_save_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/509076/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Low_voices_needed_to_save_Norwich_church.aspx Thu, 02 Nov 2017 07:00:00 GMT The Sine Nomine choir, which rehearses at Chapelfield Road Methodist Church in Norwich, is in desperate need of new members, particularly Tenors and Basses, or it may be forced to close after almost 30 years of singing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/509077/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Let_Jesus_lighten_the_load.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/509077/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Let_Jesus_lighten_the_load.aspx Thu, 02 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Ruth Starkings has found a better way to lighten the load of life’s burdens, and shares her thoughts with us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Hundreds_join_Norwich_silent_procession_and_vigil.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Hundreds_join_Norwich_silent_procession_and_vigil.aspx Fri, 27 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT Around 700 Catholics from across the Diocese of East Anglia took part in a silent Eucharistic procession through Norwich city centre last night (Oct 27), which was followed by an all-night prayer vigil for life at St John’s Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508726/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Good_news_on_saving_Norfolks_historic_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508726/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Good_news_on_saving_Norfolks_historic_churches.aspx Thu, 26 Oct 2017 11:00:00 GMT Progress in preserving Norfolk’s treasured churches has been made in the latest Historic England’s Heritage at Risk Register with 18 being taken off, but nine have also been added. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508720/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Recovery_Friendly_Church_supporting_each_other.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508720/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Recovery_Friendly_Church_supporting_each_other.aspx Wed, 25 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT John Myhill has been finding out about the concept of Recovery Friendly Church and what it has to offer a broken world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Andy_shares_Christian_faith_with_Norwich_students.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Andy_shares_Christian_faith_with_Norwich_students.aspx Sat, 21 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT St Thomas’ church in Norwich has welcomed Andy Woodman to the team, with the remit to work with churches in the city to reach students with the gospel message. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508546/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_churchs_community_hub_organiser_honoured.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508546/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_churchs_community_hub_organiser_honoured.aspx Thu, 19 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT The work at a Norwich church’s community hub has been recognised in the Broadland Community at Heart Awards with the accolade of Volunteer of the Year for its main organiser, Sarah Avey. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508339/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolks_Foodbanks_launch_Reverse_Advent_Calendars.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508339/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolks_Foodbanks_launch_Reverse_Advent_Calendars.aspx Thu, 19 Oct 2017 08:00:00 GMT This November, to prepare for the increased demand that Christmas brings, Foodbanks in Norwich, Thetford, King’s Lynn and Cromer are encouraging supporters to prepare a ‘Reverse Advent Calendar’ donating food items for those who would otherwise go hungry. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508340/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/_Thy_will_be_done_discerning_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508340/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/_Thy_will_be_done_discerning_the.aspx Wed, 18 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT Mark Fairweather-Tall shares his thoughts about finding out what God really wants for our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508120/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Global_Leadership_Summit_telecast_at_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508120/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Global_Leadership_Summit_telecast_at_Norwich_church.aspx Wed, 18 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT A two-day worship event featuring a telecast of this year’s Global Leadership Summit (GLS) will be held at Drayton Hall near Norwich on November 9 and 10, and there are still some tickets remaining. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508305/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Report_reveals_growth_in_modern_slavery_victims.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508305/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Report_reveals_growth_in_modern_slavery_victims.aspx Wed, 18 Oct 2017 16:30:00 GMT A new report has revealed the continued growth in victims of modern slavery requiring support from The Salvation Army. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508316/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Wymondham_church_collects_tools_for_a_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508316/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Wymondham_church_collects_tools_for_a_mission.aspx Wed, 18 Oct 2017 15:00:00 GMT A Wymondham church has collected almost ten tonnes of tools to help people across the world over the past six years and is appealing for more donations from Norfolk residents this weekend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508302/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_line_up_at_Norwich_Youth_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508302/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_line_up_at_Norwich_Youth_for.aspx Tue, 17 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT As the new term is well underway, Norwich Youth for Christ have welcomed new staff members, including Archie Horrocks and Gemma Stapleford. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508104/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/International_audience_for_YMCA_Norfolk_health_worker.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508104/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/International_audience_for_YMCA_Norfolk_health_worker.aspx Mon, 16 Oct 2017 11:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk Mental Health Engagement Worker Charlie Smith has presented her work to an international Innovation Camp in Switzerland. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508005/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Youth_workers_welcomed_to_One_Church_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/508005/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Youth_workers_welcomed_to_One_Church_Norwich.aspx Sun, 15 Oct 2017 06:00:00 GMT One Church in Norwich have welcomed Ian and Tabitha Sadler back to the city to oversee the children and young people’s work at the church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507988/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Chance_to_join_prayer_initiative_for_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507988/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Chance_to_join_prayer_initiative_for_Norwich.aspx Fri, 13 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT An initiative has been launched to pray regularly for Norwich City Council, its work and meetings and an appeal launched to find Christians who might be interested in joining a group. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507793/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Best_Funeral_Ever_Tom_Chapman.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507793/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Best_Funeral_Ever_Tom_Chapman.aspx Tue, 10 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT John Myhill was deeply moved by a recent funeral for a man with a close walk with God. He gives his insight into that occasion. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507790/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Church_pastor_and_Norwich_City_chaplain_was.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507790/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Church_pastor_and_Norwich_City_chaplain_was.aspx Mon, 09 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT Soul Church pastor and Norwich City club chaplain Jon Norman was the guest speaker at an inspirational dinner evening on Thursday, November 9 at the Mercure Hotel, Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507681/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Being_a_mum_and_a_wife_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507681/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Being_a_mum_and_a_wife_with.aspx Mon, 09 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT Linda Nnene shares her thoughts as a Christian on coping with the pressures of being a wife and mother in her 40’s. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507658/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_campaigners_challenge_bank_on_climate_change.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507658/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_campaigners_challenge_bank_on_climate_change.aspx Mon, 09 Oct 2017 16:00:00 GMT Local campaigners from St Luke’s Church, Aylsham Road and other Norwich churches visited Barclays Bank in Red Lion Street today to urge them to stop using the public’s hard-earned savings to support fossil fuel companies. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507457/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_resource_addresses_benefit_misery.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507457/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_resource_addresses_benefit_misery.aspx Fri, 06 Oct 2017 18:00:00 GMT A team from Kings Church at Mile Cross is trying to help people tackle the new rules around Universal Credit, which is creating concern and confusion among local people who rely on state benefits. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507456/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_convent_welcomes_party_girls_for_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507456/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_convent_welcomes_party_girls_for_new.aspx Thu, 05 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT The Daughters of Divine Charity in Swaffham are set to feature in a new high-profile four-part TV documentary on Channel 5 called Bad Habits when five “party girls” are sent to the Norfolk Convent for two weeks. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505877/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Darren_speaks_on_importance_of_prayer_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505877/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Darren_speaks_on_importance_of_prayer_at.aspx Thu, 05 Oct 2017 12:00:00 GMT The importance of prayer and making time to listen to God was the message of Oak Grove Community Church senior leader Darren Woodward to Christian leaders at the latest Transforming Norwich lunch on October 4. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Join_Norwich_pastors_walk_against_human_trafficking.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Join_Norwich_pastors_walk_against_human_trafficking.aspx Thu, 05 Oct 2017 09:30:00 GMT The Associate Pastor of Proclaimers Church is encouraging Christians to take part in the A21 Walk For Freedom across Norwich on October 14 to raise funds and awareness of human trafficking. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507275/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_video_shines_light_on_Norfolk_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507275/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_video_shines_light_on_Norfolk_Christian.aspx Wed, 04 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT A video has shone new light on the work of a Norfolk-based Christian charity with street children and elders in Indian slums over the past 27 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/New_light_shed_on_Norwich_mystery_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/New_light_shed_on_Norwich_mystery_of.aspx Tue, 03 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT New light has been shone on the mystery Norwich home of World War Two heroine Elsie Tilney, who rescued Jews from the Nazis, following an appeal on the Network Norfolk website. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507122/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Businessman_gave_away_millions_Norwich_audience_told.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507122/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Businessman_gave_away_millions_Norwich_audience_told.aspx Mon, 02 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT Bruce Wick, a former ‘hell-raising’ businessman who surprisingly gave away millions after he came to personal faith in Jesus Christ, told a Norwich audience of the day he ‘felt God was asking him to give away a fortune’ to people in need. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/One_Love_is_the_answer_to_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/One_Love_is_the_answer_to_the.aspx Mon, 02 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Philip Young urges us to offer “One Love” as we face up to the disasters that frequently beset our planet. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507048/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/ELO_s_Dave_Scott_Morgan_is_still.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/507048/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/ELO_s_Dave_Scott_Morgan_is_still.aspx Sun, 01 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMT Dave Scott-Morgan, the singer-songwriter and one-time musician with the world famous Electric Light Orchestra (ELO), now writes love songs about God rather than girls. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506526/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_pastor_Tom_Chapman.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506526/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_pastor_Tom_Chapman.aspx Sun, 01 Oct 2017 08:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to Norwich church pastor, Tom Chapman, who died on September 23 after a decade-long battle with a large brain tumour and a date for his thanksgiving service has been announced. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506747/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Harvest_festival_we_must_share_the_goodness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506747/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Harvest_festival_we_must_share_the_goodness.aspx Tue, 26 Sep 2017 23:00:00 GMT Rev Andrew Bryant challenges us to share the planet’s blessings when we celebrate our harvest festivals this month. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506738/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_stages_free_family_fun_day.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506738/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_stages_free_family_fun_day.aspx Mon, 25 Sep 2017 23:00:00 GMT Around 1000 burgers and sausages were served to over 400 people who turned up to enjoy a free Family Fun Day and Barbecue at Thorpe High School at Thorpe St Andrew, on Sunday September 24, put on by a team from Gateway Vineyard Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Soul_reveals_7m_plan_for_1000_seater.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Soul_reveals_7m_plan_for_1000_seater.aspx Mon, 25 Sep 2017 16:00:00 GMT Soul Church in Norwich has announced ambitious plans to rebuild a 7m Church and Community Hub on the ruins of the former Mount Zion, Family Life Church site at Heartsease Lane in Norwich, which was destroyed by fire back in 2006. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506542/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Norfolk_Area_Coordinator_widens_Shoebox_Appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506542/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Norfolk_Area_Coordinator_widens_Shoebox_Appeal.aspx Sun, 24 Sep 2017 18:00:00 GMT Trish Ellse is Norfolk’s new Area Coordinator for Operation Christmas Child, with a vision to build the project, which in 2016 facilitated 9,000 shoeboxes donated from Norfolk to be given as unconditional gifts to children in Central Asia and the Ukraine. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506472/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Celebration_ball_raises_13_000_for_YMCA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506472/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Celebration_ball_raises_13_000_for_YMCA.aspx Thu, 21 Sep 2017 23:00:00 GMT Almost 140 people enjoyed a Monopoly-themed ball celebrating the work of YMCA Norfolk at Sprowston Manor Hotel near Norwich on Friday September 15, raising nearly 13,000 for the charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506376/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Aid_launch_Rohingya_crisis_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506376/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Aid_launch_Rohingya_crisis_appeal.aspx Wed, 20 Sep 2017 23:00:00 GMT Christian Aid has launched a crisis appeal to help all communities displaced by violence in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, and Rohingya Muslims who have crossed the country’s border into Bangladesh as refugees. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506263/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_youth_charity_celebrates_10_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506263/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_youth_charity_celebrates_10_years.aspx Tue, 19 Sep 2017 23:00:00 GMT 2017 marks tens years of Christian charity ENYP and they are celebrating a decade of youthwork and growth by launching ten new initiatives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Harvest_A_time_for_some_real_thanksgiving.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Harvest_A_time_for_some_real_thanksgiving.aspx Tue, 19 Sep 2017 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Ruth Starkings is urging us to count our blessings this harvest time. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506225/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Hannahs_Norfolk_inspiration_is_more_than_just.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506225/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Hannahs_Norfolk_inspiration_is_more_than_just.aspx Tue, 19 Sep 2017 14:00:00 GMT Hannah Dunnett’s watercolour pictures, some inspired by visits to the Norfolk Broads, can be found in cards, calendars and now books http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Inspiring_lady_behind_South_Norfolk_music_group.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Inspiring_lady_behind_South_Norfolk_music_group.aspx Mon, 18 Sep 2017 14:00:00 GMT The inspiring lady behind a South Norfolk music group, which has just celebrated its 25th anniversary, has spoken of her 30-year battle with ME. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506137/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_CAFOD_supporters_raise_94k_for_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/506137/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_CAFOD_supporters_raise_94k_for_charity.aspx Sat, 16 Sep 2017 23:00:00 GMT A CAFOD group of supporters from St George’s Church in Norwich has raised a magnificent 94,000 for the Catholic international development charity over the last 25 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Over_40_teams_kick_off_Norfolk_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Over_40_teams_kick_off_Norfolk_Christian.aspx Thu, 14 Sep 2017 08:05:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League kicks off a new season on Saturday September 16 with 41 teams across five leagues. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_Norwich_vicar_s_own_personal_tribute.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_Norwich_vicar_s_own_personal_tribute.aspx Thu, 14 Sep 2017 08:00:00 GMT While Elvis Presley fans worldwide have been remembering the 40th anniversary of the death the King of Rock n’ Roll in mid-August, East Anglia has its own share of Elvis ‘tribute artists’. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505907/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Discover_your_part_in_the_Body_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505907/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Discover_your_part_in_the_Body_of.aspx Wed, 13 Sep 2017 23:00:00 GMT Jane Clamp encourages us to discover what component we are in the Body of Christ. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Christian_shortlisted_for_Best_Business_Woman.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Christian_shortlisted_for_Best_Business_Woman.aspx Wed, 13 Sep 2017 06:00:00 GMT Tanya Heasley, a member of Dc3, a church in Harleston, has been named as a 2017 finalist of the Best Business Women Awards. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505814/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Norwich_Christian_features_in_new_Try_Praying.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505814/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Norwich_Christian_features_in_new_Try_Praying.aspx Mon, 11 Sep 2017 23:00:00 GMT 2017: Former drugs addict and smuggler Clint Holmes, who now lives in Norwich, features in a new booklet called Try Praying – A Little Book for Prisoners. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505769/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_sculptors_Way_of_Blessing_crosses_Britain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505769/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_sculptors_Way_of_Blessing_crosses_Britain.aspx Mon, 11 Sep 2017 23:00:00 GMT An artist and sculptor from Banham in South Norfolk is undertaking an epic mission to build a path of blessing for walkers and riders across the widest part of the British Isles from Lowestoft in Suffolk to St David’s in Wales. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505723/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Search_for_mystery_home_of_Norwich_wartime.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505723/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Search_for_mystery_home_of_Norwich_wartime.aspx Sun, 10 Sep 2017 23:00:00 GMT Mystery surrounds the exact location of the Norwich home of Elsie Tilney, an unlikely World War Two heroine who rescued Jews from the Nazis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505658/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Church_cafe_offers_fresh_new_look_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505658/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Church_cafe_offers_fresh_new_look_and.aspx Thu, 07 Sep 2017 23:00:00 GMT The Beacon Café, part of St Elizabeth’s Church in Earlham, has re-opened this month following a revamp with a fresh new look.   http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505581/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Julian_gets_on_his_bike_to_raise.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505581/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Julian_gets_on_his_bike_to_raise.aspx Thu, 07 Sep 2017 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian Aid Co-ordinator and business and life coach Julian Bryant is set to cycle 100 miles as part of the Tour de Norfolk bike ride to raise money for YMCA Norfolk’s mental health work in local schools and celebrate losing six stones. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505482/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Autumn_17.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505482/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Autumn_17.aspx Wed, 06 Sep 2017 23:00:00 GMT The Autumn edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, containing stories from across the local Christian community, has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505380/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Wheat_and_weeds_building_up_resilience.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505380/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Wheat_and_weeds_building_up_resilience.aspx Wed, 06 Sep 2017 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight offers his reflections on one of Jesus’ harvest-related parables. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505049/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Bishop_of_East_Anglia_pays_tribute_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/505049/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Bishop_of_East_Anglia_pays_tribute_to.aspx Fri, 01 Sep 2017 11:00:00 GMT The Bishop of East Anglia, the Rt Rev Alan Hopes, has paid tribute to the former Archbishop of Westminster, Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O’Connor, who died peacefully this afternoon (September 1), aged 85, surrounded by his family and friends. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504821/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Latest_news_from_Norwich_Youth_for_Christ.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504821/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Latest_news_from_Norwich_Youth_for_Christ.aspx Wed, 30 Aug 2017 23:00:00 GMT It's been a busy summer for Norwich Youth for Christ as they reflect on their outreach activities and schools work - and also say goodbye to four staff members. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504645/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Holy_Trinity_church_in_Norwich_names_its.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504645/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Holy_Trinity_church_in_Norwich_names_its.aspx Mon, 28 Aug 2017 23:00:00 GMT Holy Trinity church in Norwich has named as its new Rector Rev Dr Richard James who became a Christian in the very same church over 30 years ago. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504538/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Special_recital_for_renovated_organ_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504538/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Special_recital_for_renovated_organ_at_Norwich.aspx Thu, 24 Aug 2017 06:00:00 GMT A special recital to celebrate the renovated Christ Church organ will be taking place on Saturday September 23 with David Dunnett, Norwich Cathedral organist, at the keys. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_appeal_of_Christianity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_appeal_of_Christianity.aspx Wed, 23 Aug 2017 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist John Myhill considers the reasons for the ongoing appeal and growth of Christianity across the globe. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474996/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/How_many_Norfolk_churches_can_you_visit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474996/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/How_many_Norfolk_churches_can_you_visit.aspx Sun, 20 Aug 2017 06:00:00 GMT More than 600 churches across Norfolk are throwing open their doors to visiting cyclists and drivers as part the Norfolk Churches Trust Sponsored Bike, Ride and Drive event on Saturday September 9, and you can take part. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504402/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Film_highlights_homelessness_challenge_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504402/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Film_highlights_homelessness_challenge_in_Norwich.aspx Fri, 18 Aug 2017 23:00:00 GMT A special screening of highly acclaimed film ‘I, Daniel Blake’ was shown in Norwich on August 17. Prior to the film, people who have experienced homelessness spoke about their journey through the ‘system’ and the desperate need for more support. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_centre_to_showcase_Norwich_historic_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_centre_to_showcase_Norwich_historic_churches.aspx Wed, 16 Aug 2017 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Historic Churches Trust (NHCT) has a new home which will also be an emerging centre for illustrating the history and heritage of Norwich’s world class collection of medieval churches. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504279/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_transforming_power_of_kindness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504279/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_transforming_power_of_kindness.aspx Wed, 16 Aug 2017 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Starkings reflects on a simple way we can have a powerful positive impact on other people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504214/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Mental_health_is_Norfolk_young_people_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504214/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Mental_health_is_Norfolk_young_people_s.aspx Wed, 16 Aug 2017 11:00:00 GMT Mental health is the biggest concern of Norfolk’s young people says YMCA Norfolk CEO Tim Sweeting. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Report_reveals_230_chaplains_working_across_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Report_reveals_230_chaplains_working_across_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 14 Aug 2017 20:00:00 GMT 2017: A new report exploring the “extraordinary growth of the chaplaincy phenomenon today” has revealed there are 230 chaplains operating in Norfolk in settings as diverse as lifeboats, theatres, ambulances and airports as well as hospitals and prisons. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503871/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_transforms_public_house_to_public.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503871/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_transforms_public_house_to_public.aspx Sun, 13 Aug 2017 06:00:00 GMT St Thomas Church in Norwich today (August 13) held a thanksgiving service for The Mitre pub, which has been bought by the church as a welcoming venue for the community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504057/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Soul_Church_given_five_more_years_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504057/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Soul_Church_given_five_more_years_at.aspx Thu, 10 Aug 2017 11:00:00 GMT Soul Church in Norwich was granted a further five years at its home on Mason Road by City Council planners today http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504050/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/National_Trust_U_turn_over_Felbrigg_Hall.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504050/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/National_Trust_U_turn_over_Felbrigg_Hall.aspx Thu, 10 Aug 2017 11:00:00 GMT A Christian campaign group that defends traditional marriage has welcomed a U-turn by the National Trust which attempted to force volunteers at Felbrigg Hall in Norfolk to wear rainbow gay Pride badges while on duty. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504036/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_stepping_stone_to_joy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/504036/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_stepping_stone_to_joy.aspx Wed, 09 Aug 2017 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Ruth Tong explains that when we go through tough times, God may be leading us to something better. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503968/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Appeal_for_Norfolk_churches_to_offer_Alpha.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503968/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Appeal_for_Norfolk_churches_to_offer_Alpha.aspx Wed, 09 Aug 2017 14:00:00 GMT The Christian Police Association is appealing to Norfolk churches to work with them to provide police officers with the opportunity to attend an Alpha course and to offer flexibility for shift patterns. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_s_Newday_inspires_7_000_young.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_s_Newday_inspires_7_000_young.aspx Mon, 07 Aug 2017 19:30:00 GMT 7,000 young people have travelled to Newday at the Norfolk Showground this week, to camp out in tents with their church youth groups, have fun, learn more about Jesus and to be inspired to go back home to disrupt the darkness. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503666/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/MPs_and_Lords_touched_by_Jos_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503666/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/MPs_and_Lords_touched_by_Jos_prayer.aspx Wed, 02 Aug 2017 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich Christian couple’s Parliamentary prayer card initiative has received an overwhelmingly positive response from MPs and Lords after the cards were delivered to over 1400 parliamentarians just after the General Election. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503618/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_is_your_pain_telling_you.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503618/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_is_your_pain_telling_you.aspx Wed, 02 Aug 2017 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist John Myhill reflects on the occurrence of pain in our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503503/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/7000_young_Christians_head_for_Norfolk_Showground.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503503/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/7000_young_Christians_head_for_Norfolk_Showground.aspx Mon, 31 Jul 2017 11:00:00 GMT Up to 7000 young people from across Europe are heading to the Royal Norfolk Showground this week to attend the Newday Christian Festival. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503475/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_Christian_retirement_home_celebrates_lift.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503475/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_Christian_retirement_home_celebrates_lift.aspx Mon, 31 Jul 2017 06:00:00 GMT Quebec Hall Christian retirement home near Dereham in Mid Norfolk held an official opening of their lift last month to celebrate and give thanks for the completion of a challenging construction project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Mirroring_the_perfection_that_is_already_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Mirroring_the_perfection_that_is_already_in.aspx Tue, 25 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight argues that responding to the best qualities in others, and in ourselves, is the best way to live our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503023/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_comes_alive_to_win_Lord.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503023/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_comes_alive_to_win_Lord.aspx Mon, 24 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT An entry by Alive Church has been named as the best float in the Norwich Lord Mayor’s Procession, held on July 8. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503036/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwichs_105_year_old_Eileen_rings_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/503036/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwichs_105_year_old_Eileen_rings_in.aspx Sun, 23 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT The ICC Women’s World Cup Final at Lord’s yesterday (July 23) was started by a bell rung by 105-year-old Eileen Ash, a regular at St George’s Catholic church in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502978/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_celebration_for_retiring_Baptist_Regional_Minister.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502978/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_celebration_for_retiring_Baptist_Regional_Minister.aspx Sun, 23 Jul 2017 17:30:00 GMT The Eastern Baptist Association met in Norwich on Saturday where they celebrated the life and ministry of retiring Regional Minister Team Leader, Rev Richard Lewis before he passed on a ceremonial staff to his successor Rev Beth Powney and regional team. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Adrian_brings_33_year_teaching_career_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Adrian_brings_33_year_teaching_career_to.aspx Fri, 21 Jul 2017 15:00:00 GMT Headteacher Adrian La Chapelle is retiring today (July 21) after 18 “well worthwhile” years at St Augustine's Catholic Primary School in Costessey near Norwich, in a teaching career spanning 33 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bafta_winner_creates_Norwich_Cathedral_film.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bafta_winner_creates_Norwich_Cathedral_film.aspx Thu, 20 Jul 2017 23:05:00 GMT Today Norwich Cathedral launches ‘Norwich… a story’, a short video by local BAFTA winning filmmaker Rob Whitworth capturing the essence of Norwich through some amazing photographs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502502/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_launches_in_spectacular_style.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502502/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_launches_in_spectacular_style.aspx Wed, 19 Jul 2017 05:00:00 GMT The Open Door Christian Fellowship launched with a magnificent grand open day on Saturday July 15, followed by its first Sunday service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Mothers_Union_supports_Grenfell_families.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Mothers_Union_supports_Grenfell_families.aspx Mon, 17 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT As part of a united response from members in Dioceses across the country, Mothers’ Union in Norfolk will support families who were affected by the Grenfell Tower tragedy in June by offering holidays under the charity’s Away From It All scheme. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502456/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_chief_highlights_over_50s_alcohol_abuse.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502456/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_chief_highlights_over_50s_alcohol_abuse.aspx Mon, 17 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk drug and alcohol support charity, the Matthew Project, is looking to tackle the increasing national problem of people aged 50 and over living with alcohol abuse. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502430/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_Coalition_of_Love.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502430/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_Coalition_of_Love.aspx Mon, 17 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Philip Young finds himself a little confused as to the effective outcome of the June 2017 general election. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502370/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Festival_Pastors_are_in_the_pink_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502370/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Festival_Pastors_are_in_the_pink_at.aspx Sun, 16 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT Armed with a tent peg mallet, Love Hearts, chocolate bars, saline wipes and bottles of water, the popular Latitude Festival Pastors helped spread peace and love across the sprawling canvas city in the fields of Henham Park in Suffolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500243/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Altruism_and_moral_good_the_topic_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500243/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Altruism_and_moral_good_the_topic_of.aspx Sun, 16 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT Why be nice rather than selfish? This question was addressed by Dr Peter Woodford at a recent Science and Faith in Norfolk lecture in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502246/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Mike_steps_down_as_Norfolk_Christian_League.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502246/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Mike_steps_down_as_Norfolk_Christian_League.aspx Fri, 14 Jul 2017 11:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian Football League chairman Mike Culwick has stood down from the role after seven years in charge and vice-chairman Jim Green has taken his place. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502269/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tribute_to_Canaries_fan_and_St_Paul.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502269/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tribute_to_Canaries_fan_and_St_Paul.aspx Thu, 13 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT The funeral of one of Norwich City oldest fans, 101-year-old Maurice Sills, has taken place at St Paul’s Cathedral in London, where Maurice was a devoted volunteer for the last 40+ years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502243/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Kevin_to_cycle_coast_to_coast_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502243/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Kevin_to_cycle_coast_to_coast_for.aspx Thu, 13 Jul 2017 15:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk Housing Support Worker Kevin Dynes is setting off on the latest in a long list of charity challenges on July 29 when he aims to cycle from coast to coast along the 215 miles of the Trans Pennine Trail in five days with friend Adam Clarke. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502193/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Planning_for_the_future_and_eternity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/502193/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Planning_for_the_future_and_eternity.aspx Wed, 12 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT Derek Gidney reminds us that, when it comes to planning, eternal life should be number one on the list. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501957/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Cyclists_ride_Land_s_End_to_Lowestoft.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501957/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Cyclists_ride_Land_s_End_to_Lowestoft.aspx Wed, 12 Jul 2017 11:00:00 GMT A team of cyclists rode 500 miles from Land’s End, the most westerly point of the UK mainland, to Ness Point in Lowestoft, the most easterly point, to raise money for Christ Church, Eaton. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501958/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Healing_ministry_training_offered_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501958/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Healing_ministry_training_offered_in_Norwich.aspx Tue, 11 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk Healing Rooms are running a day's free training in Norwich later this month for individuals who would like to learn about and get involved in the healing ministry. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501757/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Retired_Dereham_missionary_promotes_Third_Age_Mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501757/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Retired_Dereham_missionary_promotes_Third_Age_Mission.aspx Mon, 10 Jul 2017 17:00:00 GMT 79-year old Janet Barrow, the coordinator of the OMF Prayer Group at Eckling Grange and a former missionary in the Philippines during her retirement, has a passion to see more retired people experience the benefits of Third Age Mission. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501887/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Former_Canaries_star_is_ordained_as_Dominican.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501887/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Former_Canaries_star_is_ordained_as_Dominican.aspx Mon, 10 Jul 2017 11:00:00 GMT Former Norwich City midfield player Philip Mulyrne was ordained as a priest in the Dominican Order (Order of Preachers) in Dublin on Saturday (July 8) swapping his football shirt for priestly robes. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501858/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedral_more_than_meets_the_eye.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501858/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedral_more_than_meets_the_eye.aspx Sun, 09 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT Norwich’s iconic cathedral is a very impressive medieval building, and even more than a wonderful place to worship. Tony Rothe spoke to The Reverend Canon Andrew Bryant, Canon for Mission and Pastoral Care, at the recent Royal Norfolk Show to learn more http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501739/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Scripture_Union_promotes_childrens_app_at_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501739/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Scripture_Union_promotes_childrens_app_at_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 06 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT Representatives from Scripture Union were at the recent Royal Norfolk Show promoting their world class digital game “Guardians of Ancora”. Network Norfolk spoke to them to find out more. Tony Rothe reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501678/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Transforming_Norwich_AGM_hears_of_future_plans.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501678/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Transforming_Norwich_AGM_hears_of_future_plans.aspx Thu, 06 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT The AGM of ecumenical churches group Transforming Norwich yesterday (July 6) heard the Bishop of Norwich talk about prayer and the executive team outline the past year and its future plans. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501674/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Don_t_miss_God_s_blessings_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501674/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Don_t_miss_God_s_blessings_in.aspx Wed, 05 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Ruth Tong urges us not to allow the hectic pace of modern life blind us to the blessings God has for us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500819/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Church_in_action_celebrated_at_Royal_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500819/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Church_in_action_celebrated_at_Royal_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 05 Jul 2017 11:10:00 GMT 2017: There was a significant Christian presence at the Royal Norfolk Show from 28 - 29 June with the Diocese of Norwich, a Christian organisations exhibition, the Good News stand and show chaplains. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474076/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/More_fresh_expressions_of_church_life_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474076/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/More_fresh_expressions_of_church_life_in.aspx Tue, 04 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT Participants on a year-long mission course in Norwich have learned about re-imagining 'church' and celebrated a commissioning evening on July 3. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishops_Garden_to_host_Norfolk_Knitters_open.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishops_Garden_to_host_Norfolk_Knitters_open.aspx Sun, 02 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk Knitters and Stitchers are holding a special afternoon later this month in the beautiful setting of the Bishop's Garden, Norwich, and everyone is welcome to come along. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501421/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Suzanne_says_farewell_to_Norfolk_at_final.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501421/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Suzanne_says_farewell_to_Norfolk_at_final.aspx Sat, 01 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT Rev Suzanne Cooke said goodbye to the Upper Tas Valley Benefice in South Norfolk at All Saints in Wreningham on Sunday morning (July 2) at her final service before moving to begin a new ministry in Northumberland. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_evangelist_Bob_Humphries.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_evangelist_Bob_Humphries.aspx Sat, 01 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMT Bob Humphries, described as “a passionate and fearless evangelist whose life touched multitudes of people in the UK and beyond,” died peacefully in his sleep at home in the early hours of Tuesday morning, June 27, aged 76. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501318/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Making_Tracks_for_Jesus_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501318/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Making_Tracks_for_Jesus_in_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 29 Jun 2017 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Youth For Christ’s new mobile recording studio is proving a hit with youngsters in the county, and there are plans to embark on a national tour in the autumn. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Foodbanks_national_disgrace_or_Grace_in_action.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/501208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Foodbanks_national_disgrace_or_Grace_in_action.aspx Wed, 28 Jun 2017 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight offers his insight into the rapid rise in the use of Foodbanks over the last few years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_preachers_life_mission_to_Pakistan_orphanage.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_preachers_life_mission_to_Pakistan_orphanage.aspx Mon, 26 Jun 2017 11:20:00 GMT Norwich Methodist local preacher Colin Gillett is upping sticks and travelling to the other side of the world to embark on a mission to an orphanage in Lahore, Pakistan. Here he tells how he reached this life-defining decision. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500815/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/FareShare_seeks_Norwich_projects_to_receive_surplus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500815/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/FareShare_seeks_Norwich_projects_to_receive_surplus.aspx Mon, 26 Jun 2017 06:00:00 GMT A charity that takes surplus food from the food industry and redistributes it for use by local charities and groups is setting up a Regional Centre in East Anglia and is seeking community groups in and around Norwich to sign up to receive surplus food. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500479/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hope_2018_creates_mission_chance_for_young.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500479/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hope_2018_creates_mission_chance_for_young.aspx Fri, 23 Jun 2017 08:00:00 GMT Norwich Charities ENYP and Norwich Youth for Christ will be supporting Hope 2018 and the development of Mission Academies to provide the opportunities for young people to engage locally and elsewhere with mission. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500465/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Beacon_café_extends_to_reach_more.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500465/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Beacon_café_extends_to_reach_more.aspx Wed, 21 Jun 2017 08:00:00 GMT The Beacon Café is part of St Elizabeth’s Church in Earlham, Norwich has seen incredible growth in the last two years and plans to extend so it can serve more people in the local area. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500471/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Rage_rage_at_the_revelations_of_that.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500471/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Rage_rage_at_the_revelations_of_that.aspx Tue, 20 Jun 2017 23:00:00 GMT Rev Andrew Bryant believes that the Christian church should be angry at the inequalities exposed by the appalling fire at the Grenfell Tower in Kensington. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Sprowston_Churches_Together_launch_Filling_Station.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Sprowston_Churches_Together_launch_Filling_Station.aspx Sat, 17 Jun 2017 09:00:00 GMT Local churches in Sprowston are working together to run a new monthly Filling Station based at the Sprowston Manor Marriott Hotel, in order to serve the expanding population from new housing developments in the area. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499979/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_church_opens_doors_on_Norwich_estate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499979/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_church_opens_doors_on_Norwich_estate.aspx Thu, 15 Jun 2017 06:00:00 GMT Almost 18 months after South Park Church closed, The Open Door Christian Fellowship is preparing to move into the empty building and will launch with a Grand Open Day on Saturday July 15. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500024/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_benefits_of_churches_working_together.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/500024/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_benefits_of_churches_working_together.aspx Wed, 14 Jun 2017 22:00:00 GMT John Myhill’s stall at the recent Celebrate event at the Forum in Norwich sought help in promoting Ecumenism to help heal division in the church. He explains his approach here. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499958/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Video_captures_sights_and_sounds_from_Celebrate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499958/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Video_captures_sights_and_sounds_from_Celebrate.aspx Wed, 14 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT 2017: A short video of the Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk festival held at the Forum and on Millennium Plain in Norwich on June 10 has been released. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499937/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/People_healed_and_saved_on_the_streets.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499937/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/People_healed_and_saved_on_the_streets.aspx Tue, 13 Jun 2017 15:10:00 GMT Dozens of people experienced healing and encounters with God following a We Owe the World an Encounter with God event organised at NCBC in Norwich on June 9. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499846/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebration_of_Christian_faith_at_Norwich_Forum.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499846/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebration_of_Christian_faith_at_Norwich_Forum.aspx Mon, 12 Jun 2017 18:00:00 GMT 2017: The wide range of work undertaken by the local Christian community was on display at the Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk festival in the Forum and on Millennium Plain in Norwich city centre all day on Saturday June 10. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Aylsham_Christians_500_mile_walk_for_peace.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Aylsham_Christians_500_mile_walk_for_peace.aspx Fri, 09 Jun 2017 11:00:00 GMT Fiona Tibbett of Aylsham Parish Church has started a year-long challenge to walk 500 miles to raise awareness, prayer support and 1,000 for the Disasters Emergency Committee’s Yemen Crisis Appeal, and she invites you to join her.  http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Do_Drop_In_Sheringham_Methodist_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Do_Drop_In_Sheringham_Methodist_Church.aspx Fri, 09 Jun 2017 06:00:00 GMT 'Do Drop In' community cafe opened in Sheringham Methodist Church in May 2016. Those who attend enjoy a jacket potato with filling plus dessert and a 'joke of the week'. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499470/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Do_you_have_a_good_tale_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499470/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Do_you_have_a_good_tale_to.aspx Thu, 08 Jun 2017 12:30:00 GMT Next year to celebrate their 40th anniversary, Norwich YFC are producing a book of testimonials about their work over the years and are keen to hear from anyone who, as a young person, has been blessed by their missions and projects during that time. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499380/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Faith_and_creativity_gave_hope_to_hostage.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499380/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Faith_and_creativity_gave_hope_to_hostage.aspx Thu, 08 Jun 2017 09:00:00 GMT Terry Waite, a former Middle East envoy to the Archishop of Canterbury, was captured and held hostage in Beirut in 1987 for five years. Now a writer and humanitarian, he spoke about his newly published poetry book at an event in Norwich recently. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499423/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Death_of_popular_Happisburgh_lay_minister.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499423/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Death_of_popular_Happisburgh_lay_minister.aspx Wed, 07 Jun 2017 23:00:00 GMT A popular Lay Minister who has been serving the village of Happisburgh for more than 60 years has died at the age of 89. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499414/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Your_attitude_shapes_your_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499414/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Your_attitude_shapes_your_life.aspx Wed, 07 Jun 2017 23:00:00 GMT Brett Crosson believes it is our attitude to life which determines how much we get out of it http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Wednesday_Lunch_Club_St_Luke_s_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Wednesday_Lunch_Club_St_Luke_s_Church.aspx Wed, 07 Jun 2017 23:00:00 GMT The Lunch Club at St Luke's Church in Norwich provides a nutritious two course meal for elderly people in the community, as well as good company and a varied programme of entertainment. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497131/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Mid_Norfolk_foodbank_Churches_Together_groups.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497131/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Mid_Norfolk_foodbank_Churches_Together_groups.aspx Wed, 07 Jun 2017 08:00:00 GMT The Mid Norfolk foodbank began in 2012 and last year supplied 1,849 emergency three-day food parcels to people in financial crisis across Dereham, Swaffham and Fakenham. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Pioneer_workers_help_Norfolk_ministry_expand.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Pioneer_workers_help_Norfolk_ministry_expand.aspx Tue, 06 Jun 2017 23:00:00 GMT ENYP continues to develop its work and ministry across Norfolk and Suffolk, and this growth means more of the team are released into their calling to serve in ministry. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499322/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Rhythm_and_Joy_evening_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499322/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Rhythm_and_Joy_evening_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx Tue, 06 Jun 2017 11:00:00 GMT Using music and chat, Dave Scott-Morgan, one-time singer, songwriter and musician with the world famous Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) told how he came to faith in Christ when he spoke at a Norwich dinner on June 26. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497128/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/SOUL_Community_SOUL_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497128/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/SOUL_Community_SOUL_Church.aspx Tue, 06 Jun 2017 06:00:00 GMT Every Friday, SOUL Church serves a free hot meal to the community – and transport from the city centre so people are able to access it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499221/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/King_s_Lynn_Celebrates_free_love_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499221/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/King_s_Lynn_Celebrates_free_love_with.aspx Mon, 05 Jun 2017 13:30:00 GMT 2017: On Saturday the churches and organisations involved in Celebrate King’s Lynn treated hundreds of local families to a completely free day of fun with live music, including from the Bishop of Lynn, inflatables, a mini Olympics and many cakes. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_joins_in_Pentecost_global_wave_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_joins_in_Pentecost_global_wave_of.aspx Mon, 05 Jun 2017 11:00:00 GMT Several hundred people from dozens of different churches across greater Norwich gathered at Norwich's Anglican Cathedral on Pentecost Sunday (June 4) for a Global Day of Prayer service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Friends_and_Neighbours_The_Church_in_Loddon.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Friends_and_Neighbours_The_Church_in_Loddon.aspx Mon, 05 Jun 2017 11:00:00 GMT The monthly Friends and Neighbours group in Loddon is a place for those who have been widowed, male or female, to share a meal or afternoon tea together as well as support and friendship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Norwich_foodbank_and_FISH_Clubs.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Norwich_foodbank_and_FISH_Clubs.aspx Sun, 04 Jun 2017 11:00:00 GMT Norwich foodbank is a phenomenon. In the last year it has given out 8,790 food parcels to families in crisis – that represents an amazing 79,100 meals. It also runs school holiday clubs for low income families at multiple sites around greater Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497170/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Thetford_Foodbank_Thetford_Christians_Together.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497170/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Thetford_Foodbank_Thetford_Christians_Together.aspx Fri, 02 Jun 2017 23:00:00 GMT Last year Thetford Foodbank distributed 719 emergency food packages for 1,397 people living in Norfolk in desperate need - 392 of which were children. This equates to around 13.5 tonnes of food distributed by the team of volunteers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497132/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Doorway_Womens_Services_The_Magdalene_Group.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497132/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Doorway_Womens_Services_The_Magdalene_Group.aspx Fri, 02 Jun 2017 07:00:00 GMT For women and young people who experience sexual exploitation in Norfolk, The Magdalene Group provides a lifeline. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday lunchtime they host a drop-in with a hot meal at their homely King Street premises in central Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499017/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Colin_fulfils_wife_Jos_dying_wish_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499017/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Colin_fulfils_wife_Jos_dying_wish_for.aspx Thu, 01 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Norwich church-goer Colin Grey has fulfilled the dying wish of his wife Joanne, to produce and deliver hand-stitched prayer cards for every Member of Parliament both in The House of Commons and The House of Lords http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498916/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_events_show_church_in_action_across.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498916/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_events_show_church_in_action_across.aspx Thu, 01 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT 2017: The work of the Christian church in action across Norfolk will be showcased at three linked events across the county in June in Norwich, King’s Lynn and at the Royal Norfolk Show http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499000/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Hundreds_enjoy_Norfolk_Christian_league_youth_fives.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/499000/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Hundreds_enjoy_Norfolk_Christian_league_youth_fives.aspx Wed, 31 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT Over 200 youngsters from 35 different teams took part in the annual Norfolk Christian Football League’s Youth five-a-side tournament on Saturday May 20 at Lavare Park in Old Catton. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498999/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Asking_God_Why.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498999/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Asking_God_Why.aspx Wed, 31 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Starkings shares with us some of her prayers to God, and how she feels He has responded. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Fresh_expression_of_church_Fountain_at_Shouldham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Fresh_expression_of_church_Fountain_at_Shouldham.aspx Wed, 31 May 2017 11:00:00 GMT The Fountain at Shouldham is a 'fresh expression' of church for those who do not currently belong to a 'traditional' church. The ministry, which regularly involves food, has been running for five years in Shouldham, West Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498906/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Little_known_church_in_middle_of_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498906/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Little_known_church_in_middle_of_Norwich.aspx Wed, 31 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT A little-known Christian church active in the middle of Norwich's clubland for the last 100 years is inviting people to join its new Christianity Explored course. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498841/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Papal_preacher_brings_message_of_hope_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498841/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Papal_preacher_brings_message_of_hope_to.aspx Sun, 28 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT Preacher to the Papal Household, Fr Raniero Cantalamessa, brought a message of hope to the Anglican National Pilgrimage in the grounds of Walsingham Abbey on May 29. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498812/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Joyful_trio_professed_as_Franciscans_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498812/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Joyful_trio_professed_as_Franciscans_in_Norwich.aspx Sun, 28 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT Three candidates were solemnly professed as full members of the OFS (Ordo Franciscus Secularis), or the Secular Franciscan Order, of the Norwich ‘Pax et Bonum’ fraternity at a joyful occasion on Saturday May 20 http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497130/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Messy_Church_St_Marys_and_St_Michaels.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497130/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Messy_Church_St_Marys_and_St_Michaels.aspx Sat, 27 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT The two course meal at Reepham Messy Church gives helpers and families the opportunity to eat and chat together and build a sense of community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497089/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Monday_Lunch_Club_St_Augustine_s_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497089/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Monday_Lunch_Club_St_Augustine_s_Church.aspx Fri, 26 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT St Augustine’s Church in Norwich host a lunch club every Monday for vulnerable members of the community. The club is run by volunteers from the church and from local Christian charity City Saints in Action. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497088/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Meet_and_Eat_Lighthouse_Sheringham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497088/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Meet_and_Eat_Lighthouse_Sheringham.aspx Fri, 26 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT The Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham offers a community meal every Thursday lunchtime, comprising a two-course set meal for only 5, open to anyone in the community of any age. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498771/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/ENYP_develops_two_new_missional_hubs.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498771/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/ENYP_develops_two_new_missional_hubs.aspx Thu, 25 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian youth charity ENYP’s work continues to develop and expand across the region, and part of its delivery includes missional hubs, resourcing community based mission and fresh expressions of church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498458/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Bold_and_unusual.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498458/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Bold_and_unusual.aspx Wed, 24 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight looks for ways to make the world more heavenly. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497087/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/The_Box_Sprowston_Methodist_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497087/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/The_Box_Sprowston_Methodist_Church.aspx Wed, 24 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT The Box is a long-running weekly youth group run by Sprowston Methodist Church every Thursday evening. This year along with the games, group activities and Christian based talk, the team began trialling a free sit down evening meal for the young people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498390/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_minister_runs_Sierra_Leone_marathon.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498390/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_minister_runs_Sierra_Leone_marathon.aspx Wed, 24 May 2017 10:00:00 GMT Rev Dave Lloyd, along with a team of people from St Thomas church in Norwich, are running a marathon in Sierra Leone for the charity Street Child. They will also be visiting and supporting the projects that make a difference to vulnerable children. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_joins_thousands_for_global_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_joins_thousands_for_global_prayer.aspx Tue, 23 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT Christians across Norfolk will join with those around the world to take part in the global prayer movement called Thy Kingdom Come between Wednesday 25 May and Sunday 4 June. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497085/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Pathway_Cafe_Great_Yarmouth_Team_Ministry.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497085/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Pathway_Cafe_Great_Yarmouth_Team_Ministry.aspx Tue, 23 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT The Pathway Cafe and Resource Centre based at the Mission Ministry in Great Yarmouth serves around 90 three-course dinners on weekdays plus soup and a one dish main course on Saturdays to the marginalised in the community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Community_Matters_Cafe_Cromer_Methodist_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Community_Matters_Cafe_Cromer_Methodist_Church.aspx Tue, 23 May 2017 06:00:00 GMT The Community Matters Cafe in Cromer is a free meal facility for anyone in the community, but particularly socially excluded people struggling with issues of finance, substance abuse, poor mental health or the elderly who wrestle with isolation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497086/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Messy_Church_Thetford_Church_of_the_Nazarene.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497086/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Messy_Church_Thetford_Church_of_the_Nazarene.aspx Mon, 22 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT In October 2012 the Church of the Nazarene in Thetford began hosting Messy Church. Almost five years later this Messy Church, which always includes a home-cooked evening meal, has become a fully functioning church appealing particularly to families. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498264/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Police_Association_in_Norfolk_joins_forces.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498264/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Police_Association_in_Norfolk_joins_forces.aspx Mon, 22 May 2017 12:00:00 GMT As the National Day of Prayer for the Police on Thursday approaches, the Branch Leader of the recently merged Norfolk and Suffolk Christian Police Associations is encouraging the Norfolk Christian community to pray for local police officers and staff. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498227/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_streams_service_to_reach_thousands.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498227/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_streams_service_to_reach_thousands.aspx Mon, 22 May 2017 07:00:00 GMT Alive Church, based in Alive House, Nelson Street, Norwich, held its first live stream service on Facebook Sunday morning reaching over 2000 people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497065/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/MakeLunch_Jubilee_Aylsham_Community_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497065/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/MakeLunch_Jubilee_Aylsham_Community_Church.aspx Mon, 22 May 2017 07:00:00 GMT MakeLunch @ Jubilee is run by Aylsham Community Church, as part of a national initiative that works with churches to help fill the holiday hunger gap. They offer a free hot meal and fun activities to families struggling on tight budgets. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498220/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_vicar_retraces_her_story_on_sabbatical.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498220/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_vicar_retraces_her_story_on_sabbatical.aspx Mon, 22 May 2017 06:00:00 GMT Rev Madeline Light has recently completed a 3-month sabbatical, travelling around the world with her husband, Paul, revisiting her own story, places from her childhood and the house of her birth in Melbourne and setting it all against God's story. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498045/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Foodbank_gives_Norwich_Christian_charity_van_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498045/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Foodbank_gives_Norwich_Christian_charity_van_for.aspx Sun, 21 May 2017 11:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian charity the House of Genesis has been given a van for free thanks to the generosity of Waveney Foodbank and publicity on Network Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497063/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/CAP_Food_Shop_Surrey_Chapel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497063/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/CAP_Food_Shop_Surrey_Chapel.aspx Sun, 21 May 2017 06:00:00 GMT This food project, run by Christians Against Poverty from Surrey Chapel in Norwich does exactly what it says on the tin...people who are struggling are taken for a food shop! http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Free_online_ministry_resource_helps_people_connect.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Free_online_ministry_resource_helps_people_connect.aspx Sat, 20 May 2017 06:30:00 GMT 2017: A free ministry resource Connect4Life is available to Norfolk churches to help Christians reach out to people who are unconnected and disconnected to Christian understanding. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497025/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Foodbank_and_FISH_Club_Kings_Lynn_Churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497025/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Foodbank_and_FISH_Club_Kings_Lynn_Churches.aspx Sat, 20 May 2017 06:00:00 GMT King’s Lynn Foodbank started in October 2011 as an initiative of Churches Together in King’s Lynn and now feeds over 300 people a month, providing emergency food and support that is clear, practical and full of compassion. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497172/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Messy_Church_Sprowston_Methodist_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497172/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Messy_Church_Sprowston_Methodist_Church.aspx Fri, 19 May 2017 06:00:00 GMT The meal served at Messy Church gives the children and their parents the opportunity to sit down and socialise with other families - it is an activity that is an important part of family life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498004/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_mother_celebrates_her_namesake_s_sainthood.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/498004/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_mother_celebrates_her_namesake_s_sainthood.aspx Wed, 17 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich mother-of-two, who was named after a Portuguese shepherd girl, was celebrating this week after Pope Francis canonised St Jacinta of Fatima. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497929/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Norfolk_church_is_reunited_with_470_year.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497929/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Norfolk_church_is_reunited_with_470_year.aspx Wed, 17 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT A South Norfolk church was reunited with precious 470-year-old parish records on Saturday with the help of an innovative scheme run by Norfolk Record Office. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497910/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Us_not_me_winning_together.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497910/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Us_not_me_winning_together.aspx Wed, 17 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Ruth Tong explains that we can often achieve more by winning together than by winning as individuals http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497176/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Norwich_Soup_Run_Norwich_Citadel_Salvation_Army.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497176/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Norwich_Soup_Run_Norwich_Citadel_Salvation_Army.aspx Wed, 17 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT The Norwich Soup Run functions every night of the year, with the exception of Christmas day. Based at the Charity Stall at the bottom of the Haymarket, teams of volunteers serve food and drink to people in need. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496890/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Donations_of_Surplus_Food_The_Horstead_Centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496890/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Donations_of_Surplus_Food_The_Horstead_Centre.aspx Wed, 17 May 2017 07:00:00 GMT Feeding up to 60 residents a day at this Norfolk Broads residential activity centre can lead to the problem of surplus food but Centre Manager, Josie Barnett ensures it is not wasted by donating surplus food to Bishopbridge House night shelter in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497770/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Summer_17.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497770/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Summer_17.aspx Tue, 16 May 2017 20:20:00 GMT The Summer edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk contains news of three Celebrate Norfolk events across the county and a special NorfolkFeeds5000 supplement. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497579/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/New_Senior_Pastor_ordained_at_Watton_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497579/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/New_Senior_Pastor_ordained_at_Watton_church.aspx Tue, 16 May 2017 13:00:00 GMT On Saturday evening Watton Pentecostal Church in Mid Norfolk held an Ordination Service for their new Senior Pastor Nick Nundy, who has come into church leadership following a career serving in finance roles for Christian organisations in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496889/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/The_Well_Gorleston_Baptist_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496889/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/The_Well_Gorleston_Baptist_Church.aspx Tue, 16 May 2017 06:00:00 GMT The Well is an outreach of Gorleston Baptist Church offering a place of welcome and community to the most disadvantaged and vulnerable people in the borough of Great Yarmouth, welcoming around 60 people every Monday and Thursday for a three course meal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497511/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/NCBC_win_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League_double.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497511/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/NCBC_win_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League_double.aspx Mon, 15 May 2017 19:00:00 GMT Norwich Central Baptist Church completed a Norwich Christian football league and cup double when they beat fierce rivals UEA Rovers in the Bishop Maurice Wood cup final at the Football Development Centre’s Field of Dreams at Bowthorpe today. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497621/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Carrow_Road_stages_Norwich_church_charity_match.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497621/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Carrow_Road_stages_Norwich_church_charity_match.aspx Mon, 15 May 2017 17:00:00 GMT A lively crowd of 650+ at Norwich City’s Carrow Road stadium saw two church football teams play an entertaining match while raising 2500 for two worthy charities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497026/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Newton_Flotman_Community_Lunch_Cell_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497026/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Newton_Flotman_Community_Lunch_Cell_Church.aspx Mon, 15 May 2017 06:00:00 GMT Eighteen months ago Andy Cox, a Community Outreach Worker employed one day a week by Cell Church through the Rural Ministries Foundation initiated a Community Lunch in Newton Flotman, which he runs with a team of local volunteers every month. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497599/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Royal_statues_commissioned_for_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497599/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Royal_statues_commissioned_for_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Sun, 14 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral has announced plans for newly commissioned statues of Her Majesty the Queen and Prince Philip, in celebration of the forthcoming 65th anniversary of the Queen’s coronation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497029/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Poppies_Community_Cafe_Blofield_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497029/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Poppies_Community_Cafe_Blofield_Church.aspx Sun, 14 May 2017 06:00:00 GMT Poppies Community Café, part of Blofield Church’s community outreach, is open every Wednesday of the year from 10am-12 noon offering friendship and company to those in the Mid Norfolk village who may be lonely and have no one to talk to at home. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Soup_Run_and_Foodstore_Norwich_Vineyard.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Soup_Run_and_Foodstore_Norwich_Vineyard.aspx Sat, 13 May 2017 05:00:00 GMT Norwich Vineyard church runs two food projects - a weekly Soup Run for Big Issue sellers in Norwich city centre and a monthly Foodstore project, collecting food donations from church members and creating two-day boxes for local families. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Paper_features_Norfolk_churches_which_feed_7.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/NorfolkFeeds5000/Paper_features_Norfolk_churches_which_feed_7.aspx Thu, 11 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT A special newspaper supplement documenting scores of churches and Christian projects across Norfolk which took part in the NorfolkFeeds5000 project has been published. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_s_two_Vineyard_churches_set_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_s_two_Vineyard_churches_set_to.aspx Wed, 10 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT Norwich’s two Vineyard churches are set to merge at the end of May, following the retirement of Norwich Vineyard founding pastors Geoff and Annie Lawton. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497309/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/_Douze_points_for_praising_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497309/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/_Douze_points_for_praising_God.aspx Wed, 10 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT Mark Fairweather-Tall finds that music, whilst sometimes causing controversy, will often arouse passion, and believes we should harness this passion as we use music to praise and worship God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497253/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_amazed_by_Tanzanian_mission_year.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497253/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_amazed_by_Tanzanian_mission_year.aspx Wed, 10 May 2017 12:40:00 GMT In 2015 Joy McCann from Norwich was healed after 13 years of ill health from ME. Since then she has spent a year working as a missionary in Tanzania and is now back in Norwich to rest and share her inspiring experiences before going back again in June. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Dr_Rowan_Williams_speaks_in_Norwich_about.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Dr_Rowan_Williams_speaks_in_Norwich_about.aspx Mon, 08 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT Former Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams spoke at Norwich Cathedral on May 8 on ‘faith, hope and justice in a broken world.’ He said that generosity created by love is the most realistic thing we can live by. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497123/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Dean_of_Norwich_named_as_Royal_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497123/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Dean_of_Norwich_named_as_Royal_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 08 May 2017 09:00:00 GMT The Royal Norfolk Show has appointed the Dean of Norwich, the Very Rev Jane Hedges as its president for this year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497058/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Cup_finals_provide_exciting_end_to_NCFL.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/497058/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Cup_finals_provide_exciting_end_to_NCFL.aspx Fri, 05 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT An action-packed day of cup final action brought the Norfolk Christian Football League’s youth sections to an exciting climax on Saturday May 6 at Brooke. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496849/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_sends_300_food_bags_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496849/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_sends_300_food_bags_to.aspx Wed, 03 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT A life group from a Norwich church has sent almost 300 emergency food bags to a refugee camp in Dunkirk, France, which was hit by a huge fire a few weeks ago, after a plea for help. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496821/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_season_to_climax_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496821/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_season_to_climax_at.aspx Wed, 03 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT The climax of the Norfolk Christian Football League takes place over the next two weekends (May 6 and 13) as 12 teams compete for silverware in the adult and youth cup finals. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496790/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/_340k_funding_boost_for_Matthew_Projects.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496790/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/_340k_funding_boost_for_Matthew_Projects.aspx Wed, 03 May 2017 15:00:00 GMT The Norwich-based Matthew Project has announced it has secured 340,000 of funding to offer support to HM forces veterans who are struggling with issues relating to drugs and alcohol. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496723/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Putting_others_first.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496723/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Putting_others_first.aspx Tue, 02 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Ruth Tong considers the joy we can bring to the world by putting others happiness before ours. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496671/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/1_000_East_Anglia_pilgrims_walk_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496671/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/1_000_East_Anglia_pilgrims_walk_at.aspx Mon, 01 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT Over 1,000 people joined the annual Diocese of East Anglia pilgrimage to Walsingham on Bank Holiday Monday, May 1. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496548/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_re_opens_community_centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496548/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_re_opens_community_centre.aspx Sat, 29 Apr 2017 21:00:00 GMT A Norwich community centre was re-opened today, thanks to a local church who has stepped in to run it for the benefit of the area. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496519/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Diocese_welcomes_new_Pioneer_Missioner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496519/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Diocese_welcomes_new_Pioneer_Missioner.aspx Sat, 29 Apr 2017 06:00:00 GMT Rev Tim Yau has been licensed by the Bishop of Norwich to begin an exciting new role as a Pioneer Missioner and Mission Enabler, based in Cringleford, supporting Fresh Expressions of Church in the Diocese of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496470/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Vineyard_helps_Thorpe_celebrate_St_George.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496470/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Vineyard_helps_Thorpe_celebrate_St_George.aspx Thu, 27 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Vineyard church once again played a major role in the Thorpe St Andrew Town Council’s St George’s Day celebration last Sunday on Dussindale Park. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496353/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/_I_am_the_Light_of_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496353/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/_I_am_the_Light_of_the.aspx Wed, 26 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist John Myhill argues that we need a better understanding of the Light if we are to lead people away from the darkness in our world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496091/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Worship_event_Burn_relaunches_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496091/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Worship_event_Burn_relaunches_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 26 Apr 2017 13:00:00 GMT Non-stop worship and prayer event Burn was re-launched in Norwich on April 21 with UK director JJ Waters at the event and new organisers  at the helm. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Quiz_night_to_support_Norwich_mans_mountain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/496008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Quiz_night_to_support_Norwich_mans_mountain.aspx Mon, 24 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich-based former soldier, who ended up homeless on the streets of London, is now preparing to climb the highest mountain in Africa to raise money for development charity Christian Aid. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495939/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/NCBC_favourites_after_NCFL_title_decider_ends.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495939/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/NCBC_favourites_after_NCFL_title_decider_ends.aspx Mon, 24 Apr 2017 06:00:00 GMT A potential league title decider between the top two teams in the Norfolk Christian Football League men’s division ended in an exciting 2-2 draw on Saturday in Norwich leaving Norwich Central Baptist Church as favourites to retain their title. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495992/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Cathedrals_Ashley_ran_marathon_for_hospital.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495992/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Cathedrals_Ashley_ran_marathon_for_hospital.aspx Sun, 23 Apr 2017 21:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral's Master of Music, Ashley Grote, lined up with the 39,000 other people to run the 2017 London Marathon on Sunday and raised an incredible 16k this year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Young_Norfolk_leaders_complete_Christian_course.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Young_Norfolk_leaders_complete_Christian_course.aspx Sat, 22 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT Nine young people have just completed the Diocese of Norwich ‘Growing Young Leaders’ course which explores leadership from a Christian perspective. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495839/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Church_admits_mistakes_in_priest_sex_abuse.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495839/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Church_admits_mistakes_in_priest_sex_abuse.aspx Thu, 20 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT The Catholic Church has admitted it should have taken “more robust action” against a former Norwich priest jailed for sexually abusing a vulnerable teenage boy at a children’s home almost 40 years ago. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495831/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_genius_of_Jesus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495831/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_genius_of_Jesus.aspx Thu, 20 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight reflects on the fact that God came to earth as man, and considers the amazing story of Jesus life, and death, to be one of genius. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495771/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Footprints_in_the_Dew.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495771/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Footprints_in_the_Dew.aspx Wed, 19 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Bryant contemplates the Easter events and celebrations in our churches, but prefers to reflect quietly on the impact of that first Easter. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495531/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Matthew_takes_on_London_marathon_in_his.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495531/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Matthew_takes_on_London_marathon_in_his.aspx Sun, 16 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk assessment worker, Matthew Willingham, is running his first ever road race on April 23 and it’s a big one - the London Marathon. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495498/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_celebrate_Easter_sunrise.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495498/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_celebrate_Easter_sunrise.aspx Sun, 16 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT Easter services were held across Norfolk yesterday, including dawn services at beauty spots around the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495459/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Help_needed_to_convert_bus_into_mobile.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495459/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Help_needed_to_convert_bus_into_mobile.aspx Sat, 15 Apr 2017 06:00:00 GMT Norwich’s Radical Church is appealing for secure parking for a double decker bus and is calling for skilled volunteers to help them complete the vehicle’s refurbishment so it can be used as a mobile church venue for Norfolk’s rural communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495444/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Thetford_Christians_form_an_unmissable_Walk_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495444/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Thetford_Christians_form_an_unmissable_Walk_of.aspx Fri, 14 Apr 2017 13:30:00 GMT Around 150 Christians from across Thetford’s churches joined together this Good Friday morning to form a passionate Walk of Witness around the town centre, stopping in key places to praise, hear readings and pray together.  Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495442/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_is_so_good_about_Good_Friday.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495442/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_is_so_good_about_Good_Friday.aspx Thu, 13 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT Why is Good Friday called Good Friday and what is so good about it. Regular columnist Philip Young explains. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Chrism_Mass_shows_unity_across_Diocese_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Chrism_Mass_shows_unity_across_Diocese_of.aspx Thu, 13 Apr 2017 08:00:00 GMT Over 1,000 people marked a “significant moment in the life of the Diocese of East Anglia” on Tuesday night at the annual Chrism Mass at a packed Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_true_source_of_hope_at_Easter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_true_source_of_hope_at_Easter.aspx Tue, 11 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT Rev Suzanne Cooke explains that the eternal love of God is what gives her hope during the Good Friday moments of life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495301/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_Cathedrals_finances_in_a_healthy_state.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495301/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Norwich_Cathedrals_finances_in_a_healthy_state.aspx Mon, 10 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT As the Church of England announces a review of the running of cathedrals across the country, with some facing financial crises, Norwich’s Anglican Cathedral has revealed it is bucking the trend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495150/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Betrayal_addiction_and_prison_are_in_past.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495150/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Betrayal_addiction_and_prison_are_in_past.aspx Sat, 08 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT After years of betrayal, addiction and prison, former Big Issue seller and now Norwich Salvation Army member Mark Parkinson tells Rosemary Dawson about his new life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495009/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/End_of_an_era_for_Norfolk_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495009/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/End_of_an_era_for_Norfolk_s.aspx Fri, 07 Apr 2017 06:00:00 GMT As Fr David Spicer prepares to retire after 26 years serving as Warden to the Community of All Hallows, the Anglican Religious Order in Ditchingham is putting out a call for priests who may be in a position to join their team to serve the daily Eucharist. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495029/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/TV_star_Simon_Thomas_tells_of_brushes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495029/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/TV_star_Simon_Thomas_tells_of_brushes.aspx Wed, 05 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT Sky Sports football frontman and ex-Blue Peter presenter, Simon Thomas, has told a packed Norwich church of two life-defining brushes with death, moments when he knew for certain that God was for real. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495011/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Living_in_a_world_of_influence.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/495011/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Living_in_a_world_of_influence.aspx Wed, 05 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT Network Norfolk publisher Keith Morris reflects on the influence we have on the lives of each other, and how we should try to make those influences positive. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494948/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_says_apprenticeships_boost_prospects.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494948/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_says_apprenticeships_boost_prospects.aspx Wed, 05 Apr 2017 11:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has spoken out about the positive impacts of apprenticeships as new research released today that shows four in five young people would recommend them to others and three quarters say they have improved their skills and career prospects. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494943/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglian_inter_faith_pilgrimage_at_Walsingham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494943/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglian_inter_faith_pilgrimage_at_Walsingham.aspx Tue, 04 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT The second East Anglian Inter Faith Pilgrimage took place on Saturday April 1, when around 100 pilgrims including Christians, Muslims, Hindus, Jews and Pagans from Norwich, Ipswich, Cambridge, Wisbech, Lowestoft, Peterborough and from Walsingham. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Sewell_pupils_tackle_loan_sharks_with_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Sewell_pupils_tackle_loan_sharks_with_Norwich.aspx Tue, 04 Apr 2017 16:00:00 GMT Students from Sewell Park Academy in Norwich have been learning about the dangers of loan sharks with Norwich Youth for Christ by creating a video to highlight the issue. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494870/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Steve_tells_of_journey_from_drugs_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494870/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Steve_tells_of_journey_from_drugs_and.aspx Tue, 04 Apr 2017 11:00:00 GMT Builder Steve Renwick recently shared with a Norwich audience about his journey from drugs and despair to joy. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494835/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Retiring_Norwich_City_chaplain_Bert_is_honoured.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494835/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Retiring_Norwich_City_chaplain_Bert_is_honoured.aspx Sun, 02 Apr 2017 23:00:00 GMT Retiring Norwich City chaplain Rev Bert Cadmore was honoured during a service at Soul Church in Norwich last night, by fellow chaplain Jon Norman, Canaries assistant manager Frankie McAvoy and club captain Russell Martin. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494685/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Vote_marked_a_turning_point_for_women.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494685/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Vote_marked_a_turning_point_for_women.aspx Thu, 30 Mar 2017 23:00:00 GMT It took decades to clear the way for women to become ordained in the Church of England. The legislation was prepared 30 years ago and the vote was passed 25 years ago. The vote marked a turning point for women who were able to pursue their calling. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494581/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_staff_are_honoured_for_their.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494581/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_staff_are_honoured_for_their.aspx Thu, 30 Mar 2017 23:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk staff took part in plank racing, created heraldic shields and were honoured for their work and long-service at the annual Staff Awards Day, held at the King’s Centre in Norwich yesterday http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494419/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Linda_tells_of_her_escape_from_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494419/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Linda_tells_of_her_escape_from_a.aspx Thu, 30 Mar 2017 11:00:00 GMT Domestic violence sent Linda Huskisson down the path of drugs, alcohol, and prostitution. A remarkable encounter with God helped her escape her life of enslavement and she now draws on her experience to help others who suffer abuse. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494432/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_is_the_purpose_of_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494432/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_is_the_purpose_of_Church.aspx Wed, 29 Mar 2017 23:00:00 GMT Rachel Snell considers the role and meaning of the Church, and gives her view on its purpose. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494352/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Mothers_Union_Norwich_president_puts_faith_into.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494352/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Mothers_Union_Norwich_president_puts_faith_into.aspx Tue, 28 Mar 2017 16:00:00 GMT Faith in action is a principle the Mothers’ Union in Norwich lives by, as ably demonstrated by Marguerite Phillips, whose role as president has seen her campaigning for many causes, including Norfolk to provide sanctuary for Syrian refugees. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494231/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_centenarian_was_teen_rebel_and_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494231/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_centenarian_was_teen_rebel_and_mission.aspx Mon, 27 Mar 2017 14:00:00 GMT A former teenage rebel, who later became a pioneer missionary nurse in China and Malaysia, has just celebrated her 100th birthday in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494120/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Football_mad_ministers_are_Norwich_City_chaplains.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494120/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Football_mad_ministers_are_Norwich_City_chaplains.aspx Mon, 27 Mar 2017 12:00:00 GMT Two football-loving Norfolk church ministers, who shout for their team from the stands at Carrow Road at every home match, also offer their support in a quieter way at Norwich City’s Colney training ground as the club’s chaplains. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Annual_Kingdom_Theology_Day_staged_in_Ashill.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Annual_Kingdom_Theology_Day_staged_in_Ashill.aspx Sun, 26 Mar 2017 11:00:00 GMT Westminster Theological Centre (WTC) hosted its annual Kingdom Theology Day at the Fountain of Life Church, Ashill, on Saturday February 25. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494069/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/South_Norfolk_mothers_plea_for_refugee_aid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/494069/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/South_Norfolk_mothers_plea_for_refugee_aid.aspx Fri, 24 Mar 2017 12:00:00 GMT When Wymondham mother-of-two, Alison Marlow, saw the graphic news reels of Middle Eastern refugees living in sub-zero temperatures, her heart burned with compassion – especially for the barely-clad children and helpless babies http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493857/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Integrate_YFC_steps_into_the_Thetford_generation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493857/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Integrate_YFC_steps_into_the_Thetford_generation.aspx Fri, 24 Mar 2017 11:00:00 GMT With almost no youth outreach happening amongst Thetford’s churches, there was a fear that a generation was slipping by. Now Thetford Team Ministry is working with Integrate YFC to develop a youth ministry that, funding allowing, only promises to expand. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493940/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_ministers_Indian_prayer_dream_a_reality.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493940/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_ministers_Indian_prayer_dream_a_reality.aspx Thu, 23 Mar 2017 08:00:00 GMT Norfolk vicar Rev Canon Simon Stokes and members of his family travelled to India late last year to formally open and dedicate a new House of Prayer built from funds raised by his Sprowston Parish. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493837/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Spring_17.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493837/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Spring_17.aspx Thu, 23 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT The Spring edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk is set to reach a larger audience this Easter with the help of the Norwich Evening News. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493916/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Power_of_a_Transformed_Life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493916/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Power_of_a_Transformed_Life.aspx Thu, 23 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT Alison Hill ponders the story of Ruth and Naomi, and points out how the influence of God in Ruth’s life affected her life decisions. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493818/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_invited_to_join_Christian_Aid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493818/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_invited_to_join_Christian_Aid.aspx Wed, 22 Mar 2017 10:00:00 GMT This year’s Christian Aid Week theme is all about helping refugees. From May 14 – 21, churches across Norfolk will be preparing fundraising breakfasts, holding collections and so much more to make a differen http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493697/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_outreach_continues_Tims_vision.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493697/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_outreach_continues_Tims_vision.aspx Mon, 20 Mar 2017 16:00:00 GMT The vision of community outreach work at the Jenny Lind Park in Norwich continues with the appointment of co-ordinator Gemma Stapleford, which means the venue is available to hire for other local groups to use. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Heathers_new_role_at_Heartsease_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Heathers_new_role_at_Heartsease_church.aspx Sat, 18 Mar 2017 09:00:00 GMT St Francis Church in Heartsease has welcomed Revd Heather Cracknell as their new vicar. She will be building on the strong sense of community already in the church and also pioneering a new project on the estate. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493554/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Thriving_projects_at_Norwich_Youth_for_Christ.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493554/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Thriving_projects_at_Norwich_Youth_for_Christ.aspx Fri, 17 Mar 2017 16:00:00 GMT Creativity was at the core of Norwich YFC’s annual showcase evening on March 11, when supporters of the charity heard about the ways young people express themselves and discover who God is. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493431/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_does_Thy_will_be_done_mean.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493431/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_does_Thy_will_be_done_mean.aspx Thu, 16 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist John Myhill takes a closer look at our common plea to God, to see how relevant it is to modern society. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493349/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Capturing_the_Church_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493349/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Capturing_the_Church_in_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 15 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich has launched a photography competition called ‘Capturing the Church in Norfolk’, aimed at putting the county’s creative photography skills to the test. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493213/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Inter_Faith_pilgrims_will_head_to_Walsingham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493213/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Inter_Faith_pilgrims_will_head_to_Walsingham.aspx Mon, 13 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT An Inter Faith pilgrimage is set to take place at Walsingham on Saturday April 1, involving Catholics, other Christians, Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs, Jews and those of no faith, for only the second ever time. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488893/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_talk_on_Can_a_Scientist_Believe.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488893/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_talk_on_Can_a_Scientist_Believe.aspx Mon, 13 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT Revd Dr Rodney Holder from the Faraday Institute, Cambridge talked about how a scientist can still believe in miracles at an Science and Faith in Norfolk event on March 6, attended by 80 people of various views. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_Bishops_warning_over_Songs_of_Praise.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_Bishops_warning_over_Songs_of_Praise.aspx Sun, 12 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has warned that the BBC losing the right to make Songs of Praise could be “another nail in the coffin of the religious literacy of the nation”. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493164/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churches_unite_for_Holy_Spirit_Alpha.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493164/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churches_unite_for_Holy_Spirit_Alpha.aspx Sat, 11 Mar 2017 16:00:00 GMT Three Norwich churches teamed up to run a joint ‘Holy Spirit day’ as part of their Alpha courses on March 11 for around 120 people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Former_Norfolk_priest_withdraws_from_Bishop_chance.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/493082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Former_Norfolk_priest_withdraws_from_Bishop_chance.aspx Fri, 10 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT A former priest from the Diocese of Norwich has withdrawn from his nomination as the new Bishop of Sheffield after a furore over his traditional views on women holding positions of church leadership. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/492940/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/New_Pastor_at_N_Elmham_church_beats.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/492940/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/New_Pastor_at_N_Elmham_church_beats.aspx Thu, 09 Mar 2017 07:00:00 GMT Last Sunday Anne-Marie Fewell was ordained and inducted as pastor of Victory Villages Church in Mid Norfolk following recovery from a debilitating 10 year illness with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/492820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Becoming_like_Christ.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/492820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Becoming_like_Christ.aspx Wed, 08 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight considers what it means to become like Christ and, helped by CS Lewis, describes aspects of that journey. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/492701/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_charitys_new_after_school_club.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/492701/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_charitys_new_after_school_club.aspx Mon, 06 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT ENYP has launched a new after school club in Heartsease, offering fun, safe and wholesome activities to children and young people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/492596/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_event_highlights_Norfolk_youth_homelessness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/492596/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_event_highlights_Norfolk_youth_homelessness.aspx Sat, 04 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT Over 50 people slept under the stars in cardboard shelters last night at Easton near Norwich to raise awareness of the problem of youth homelessness and the vital work of YMCA Norfolk to combat it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/492451/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Diss_church_Stations_of_Cross_restored_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/492451/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Diss_church_Stations_of_Cross_restored_for.aspx Fri, 03 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT As Lent begins, the Stations of the Cross at the Church of St Henry Morse, Diss, under restoration for the past few months, are back in place ready for the parish community to pray and reflect on Jesus’s journey to his crucifixion. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/492188/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Wymondham_Abbey_appoints_first_female_vicar.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/492188/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Wymondham_Abbey_appoints_first_female_vicar.aspx Thu, 02 Mar 2017 08:55:00 GMT Following the retirement in September of Revd Canon Christopher Davies, Wymondham Abbey has announced that Catherine Relf-Pennington is to be the next vicar of Wymondham.   http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/492356/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_can_sort_out_the_mess.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/492356/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_can_sort_out_the_mess.aspx Thu, 02 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Mark Fairweather-Tall reminds us that we can all mess up sometimes, even if not as publicly as the Oscars, but that God can sort out the mess in our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/492018/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_refugee_charity_celebrates_ten_years_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/492018/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_refugee_charity_celebrates_ten_years_of.aspx Sat, 25 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich educational charity, set up in memory of a Norwich Anglican priest, to support students from a Palestinian refugee camp is marking its tenth anniversary and has just become an independent charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491985/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Pregnancy_loss_charity_gives_thanks_for_support.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491985/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Pregnancy_loss_charity_gives_thanks_for_support.aspx Fri, 24 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT TimeNorfolk the pregnancy loss charity held their third annual evening party at the Virgin Lounge in Norwich on February 23. This year the focus was on giving thanks to all those who have supported TimeNorfolk over the last year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491929/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_the_funeral_ritual_can_help_mourning.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491929/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_the_funeral_ritual_can_help_mourning.aspx Fri, 24 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT Rituals mark life’s most important events, and the funeral is a public way of acknowledging someone’s life. Norwich funeral director Kevin Cobbold explains how the ritual of a funeral can help the mourning process. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491480/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Slippers_and_Stars_God_cares_about_cold.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491480/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Slippers_and_Stars_God_cares_about_cold.aspx Thu, 23 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Tong has been marvelling at the wonders of creation, and the way God cares for us, even in the small details. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491263/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Memorable_matches_in_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491263/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Memorable_matches_in_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx Tue, 21 Feb 2017 15:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football Men’s League has seen some memorable matches so far with close rivals NCBC and UEA Rovers battling it out at the top. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491118/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_appeal_to_support_twin_churches_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491118/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_appeal_to_support_twin_churches_in.aspx Sun, 19 Feb 2017 07:00:00 GMT An appeal has been made for Norwich churches and Christians to re-establish support to the Ecumenical Humanitarian Organisation based in Norwich’s twin city of Novi Sad, Serbia.  http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491142/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_Youth_Football_League_season_hots.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491142/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_Youth_Football_League_season_hots.aspx Sat, 18 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Youth League is entering its final third of the season with cup games beginning and league title battles hotting up. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491106/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Thanksgiving_for_Norfolk_Preacher_and_Chorus_Writer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491106/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Thanksgiving_for_Norfolk_Preacher_and_Chorus_Writer.aspx Fri, 17 Feb 2017 14:30:00 GMT A thanksgiving service will be held in Dereham on Friday, March 3 for Archie Hall, a former King’s Lynn preacher and prolific writer of Christian songs and hymns, including the well-known chorus ‘He Made the Stars to Shine’. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491093/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Ecumenism_is_alive_and_well_across_East.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491093/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Ecumenism_is_alive_and_well_across_East.aspx Fri, 17 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT Ecumenism is alive and well across East Anglia with the Catholic Diocese of East Anglia and its representatives playing a full role, according to a survey just published by the Diocesan Commission for Dialogue and Unity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491021/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/_176k_boost_as_Norwich_church_tackles.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/491021/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/_176k_boost_as_Norwich_church_tackles.aspx Thu, 16 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has received a 176,000 Big Lottery Fund grant for a project to combat the effects of poverty on the city’s Mile Cross estate. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490799/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Anger_cannot_drive_out_anger.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490799/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Anger_cannot_drive_out_anger.aspx Wed, 15 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Philip Young laments at the levels of hate and anger in world politics at the present time, and society appears to ignore the teachings of Jesus. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490560/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_anoints_with_oil_and_prays_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490560/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_anoints_with_oil_and_prays_for.aspx Mon, 13 Feb 2017 18:00:00 GMT The 25th World Day of the Sick and the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes was marked at the Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich on Saturday February 11, with the Anointing of the Sick by Bishop Alan Hopes. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490439/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Police_get_first_ever_Catholic_chaplain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490439/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Police_get_first_ever_Catholic_chaplain.aspx Sat, 11 Feb 2017 12:00:00 GMT A first-ever official Catholic chaplain has been appointed to Norfolk Constabulary. Rev Nick Greef, who is a permanent deacon at St George’s Parish in Norwich, has recently joined the existing multi-faith Norfolk Police chaplaincy team. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490364/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Plan_your_event_at_Christian_centre_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490364/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Plan_your_event_at_Christian_centre_on.aspx Sat, 11 Feb 2017 07:00:00 GMT If you are planning a church retreat, fellowship or team-building weekend, a teaching day, or even a wedding, christening or family reunion this year, then the Belsey Bridge Christian Conference Centre on the Norfolk-Suffolk border can help. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490406/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Thetford_church_to_open_garden_as_an.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490406/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Thetford_church_to_open_garden_as_an.aspx Fri, 10 Feb 2017 14:55:00 GMT On Sunday, March 5 the United Reformed Church in Thetford will celebrate the opening of its garden as a Peace Garden for use by the town with the unveiling and dedication of a Peace Pole. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490316/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_s_Intents_Youth_Festival_gets.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490316/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_s_Intents_Youth_Festival_gets.aspx Fri, 10 Feb 2017 06:00:00 GMT With seminars on a wide range of Christian topics, inspirational speakers, creative workshops, exciting games and hot chocolate mountains the Intents 2017 Youth Festival in May is aiming to serve even more youth groups from across Norfolk this year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490279/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_give_thanks_for_7m.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490279/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_give_thanks_for_7m.aspx Wed, 08 Feb 2017 19:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich collected 7m from its parish churches and their congregations in 2016 - 1m more than four years before - a much improved financial position, the Bishop of Norwich has announced. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490219/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_understands_loneliness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490219/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_understands_loneliness.aspx Wed, 08 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Ruth Tong shares her personal experiences of loneliness, and offers pointers that may help. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490122/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Break_in_hits_Norwich_church_and_Foodbank.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490122/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2017_18/Break_in_hits_Norwich_church_and_Foodbank.aspx Mon, 06 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich church suffered a break-in over the weekend when computers, sound and lighting equipment were stolen along with Foodbank supplies intended for those in need. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490065/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Queen_marks_65_years_on_throne_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490065/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Queen_marks_65_years_on_throne_at.aspx Mon, 06 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT Queen Elizabeth II makes history today as the first-ever British monarch to mark her Sapphire Jubilee, at Sandringham in Norfolk, the same place where her reign began 65 years ago after her father King George VI died in his sleep. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490021/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bethel_leaders_in_Norfolk_to_speak_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/490021/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bethel_leaders_in_Norfolk_to_speak_of.aspx Sat, 04 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT “Europe shall be saved” was the strong message coming from Bethel Church senior leader Paul Manwaring and wife Sue at a sell-out evening at Hope Community Church’s new Hub venue in Wymondham last night. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/489803/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_ministers_urged_to_coordinate_refugee_response.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/489803/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Norwich_ministers_urged_to_coordinate_refugee_response.aspx Thu, 02 Feb 2017 14:00:00 GMT Julian Bryant from Christian Aid spoke to church leaders from across Norwich yesterday dispelling myths about the refugee situation and encouraging churches to get behind agencies already working to welcome Syrian refugees to the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/489647/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Former_Norfolk_Churches_Trust_Secretary_receives_MBE.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/489647/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Former_Norfolk_Churches_Trust_Secretary_receives_MBE.aspx Wed, 01 Feb 2017 20:00:00 GMT Last week Malcolm Fisher was awarded an MBE at Buckingham Palace for services to heritage through his work as Company Secretary for the Norfolk Churches Trust. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/489575/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_does_God_allow_evil.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/489575/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_does_God_allow_evil.aspx Tue, 31 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight offers an explanation as to why God allows evil to take place in the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Jesus_women_and_leadership.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Jesus_women_and_leadership.aspx Thu, 26 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Suzanne Cooke wonders how Jesus regards the women’s march in America last week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488792/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Ecumenical_Canons_installed_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488792/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Ecumenical_Canons_installed_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Mon, 23 Jan 2017 16:35:00 GMT During the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, the Bishop of Norwich welcomed three new ecumenical canons to Norwich’s Anglican Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_thanksgiving_service_held_for_Dan_Lawrence.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_thanksgiving_service_held_for_Dan_Lawrence.aspx Mon, 23 Jan 2017 14:15:00 GMT A service of thanksgiving for the life of Christian youthworker Dan Lawrence took place yesterday (Sunday) in Dereham with tributes given by his wife Kim, his dad Paul, Youth for Christ colleagues and some of the many people impacted by his life and work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488769/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_welcomes_news_of_first_Syrian_refugees.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488769/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_welcomes_news_of_first_Syrian_refugees.aspx Mon, 23 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has welcomed news that the first five Syrian refugee families will arrive in Norwich at the start of February. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488549/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_man_describes_Dancing_with_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488549/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_man_describes_Dancing_with_God.aspx Fri, 20 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT Retired dentist Barrie Lawrence describes how he came to give his life to Christ, and how his faith brought business success and healing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488465/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Brexit_and_Trump_or_Jesus_Christ.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488465/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Brexit_and_Trump_or_Jesus_Christ.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Andrew Bryant sees a world searching for change, and points us to the only way it can truly be achieved. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_centre_offers_life_changing_activities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_centre_offers_life_changing_activities.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT Karaoke, Royal reminiscences and a sensory garden are just some of the activities on offer at a Norwich day centre for the elderly which has “changed the life” of at least one attendee. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Norwich_City_Crier_is_ex_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Norwich_City_Crier_is_ex_church.aspx Sun, 15 Jan 2017 20:15:00 GMT Former church worship leader and postman, Bob Lloyd, has been appointed as Norwich City Crier after a six-year apprentice as deputy. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488018/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_churches_silver_expert_honoured_by_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488018/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_churches_silver_expert_honoured_by_the.aspx Thu, 12 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT A Norfolk man who works with the county’s churches in the specialist areas of silver and furnishings has been made an MBE in the Queen’s New Year honours list. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488030/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Get_involved_for_Jesus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488030/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Get_involved_for_Jesus.aspx Thu, 12 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Ruth Tong encourages us to step up and get involved when God calls us to action. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487937/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Message_for_Norwich_in_new_book_from.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487937/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Message_for_Norwich_in_new_book_from.aspx Tue, 10 Jan 2017 12:00:00 GMT Finding the Place Where God Speaks is the title of a new book from ex Norwich church minister Nicky Samuel. Review by John Myhill. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487795/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_South_Norfolk_priest_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487795/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_South_Norfolk_priest_of.aspx Tue, 10 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to South Norfolk priest and community stalwart Rev Ben Sasada, who has died aged 83. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Light_filled_Norwich_youth_celebration_of_Epiphany.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Light_filled_Norwich_youth_celebration_of_Epiphany.aspx Mon, 09 Jan 2017 12:00:00 GMT There was a light-filled celebration of Epiphany near Norwich yesterday evening when a record 200 young people and their families from across the Diocese of East Anglia enjoyed a candlelit Mass, bonfire, hot dogs and a firework display. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487458/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_letter_from_Love.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487458/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_letter_from_Love.aspx Wed, 04 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Philip Young shares with us his own personal perspective on love http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487409/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_accepts_Israeli_food_gifts_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487409/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_accepts_Israeli_food_gifts_for.aspx Tue, 03 Jan 2017 15:00:00 GMT In a gesture of community friendship, members of East Anglia Friends of Israel (EAFI) in Norwich united with similar groups across the UK to buy packaged Israeli food from local supermarkets to give away to less fortunate families over the winter season. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487349/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_surgeon_is_a_world_wide_inspiration.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487349/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_surgeon_is_a_world_wide_inspiration.aspx Fri, 30 Dec 2016 11:00:00 GMT The pioneering medical expertise of Norfolk-based surgeon Prof Jerome Pereira has inspired thousands across the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487348/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_Christmas_quest_for_eternal_youth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487348/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_Christmas_quest_for_eternal_youth.aspx Fri, 30 Dec 2016 10:00:00 GMT Bishop Graham James reflects on the quest for eternal youth in Christmas gifts, films and the nativity story. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Mary_Berry_talks_of_her_faith_recipe.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Mary_Berry_talks_of_her_faith_recipe.aspx Thu, 29 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT Cuisine queen, and prolific cookery book writer, Mary Berry, will be cooking up a Christmas treat for umpteen diners as she celebrates the birth of her Saviour Jesus Christ http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487308/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolk_ministries_which_share_a_vision_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487308/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolk_ministries_which_share_a_vision_for.aspx Wed, 28 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT Statistically, two thirds of men may find being in church uncomfortable, so how have three organisations within Norfolk helped make church a great place to be involved with during 2016? http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487282/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/The_Queen_speaks_of_her_faith_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487282/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/The_Queen_speaks_of_her_faith_and.aspx Mon, 26 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT The Queen spoke of her own Christian faith and the strength she draws from meeting ordinary people doing extraordinary things, in her traditional Christmas broadcast yesterday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/PubChurch_set_to_launch_in_South_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/PubChurch_set_to_launch_in_South_Norfolk.aspx Sat, 24 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT A new PubChurch is set to be launched at the Royal Oak in the South Norfolk village of Poringland in January 2017. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487140/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christmas_creates_added_demand_for_Norfolk_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487140/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christmas_creates_added_demand_for_Norfolk_s.aspx Thu, 22 Dec 2016 07:00:00 GMT Foodbanks across Norfolk experience a seasonal spike in December with Christmas bringing additional economic pressure on families, who are often in extreme distress by the time they ask for an emergency food package. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487056/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Wymondham_churchs_new_building_officially_opened.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487056/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Wymondham_churchs_new_building_officially_opened.aspx Wed, 21 Dec 2016 11:00:00 GMT Hope Community Church celebrated the opening of their new auditorium and community facility in the company of over 300 guests and church members on Sunday, December 18. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487006/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Christmas_more_than_just_an_idea.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/487006/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Christmas_more_than_just_an_idea.aspx Tue, 20 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT Bishop Alan Hopes reflects on the Christian approach to Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486842/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_lights_up_with_advent_windows.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486842/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_lights_up_with_advent_windows.aspx Sun, 18 Dec 2016 07:00:00 GMT A team from St Luke’s Church, Norwich has created a set of three, illuminated advent windows, on display at the front of their building which beautifully depict the nativity story. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486597/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christmas_card_from_Norfolk_urges_government_action.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486597/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christmas_card_from_Norfolk_urges_government_action.aspx Sat, 17 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Dean of Norwich Cathedral and church leaders representing 111 churches across Norfolk have signed and sent a giant Christmas card to Theresa May asking her light the way for those fleeing violence, fear and desperation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486673/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_true_meaning_of_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486673/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_true_meaning_of_Christmas.aspx Fri, 16 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT Network Norfolk content editor Tony Rothe reflects on the many ways people choose to celebrate the Christmas season. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486603/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_1_6m_charity_partnership_to_transform.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486603/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_1_6m_charity_partnership_to_transform.aspx Thu, 15 Dec 2016 16:25:00 GMT Seven Norfolk youth charities have announced a major new partnership project which aims to help over 500 young people overcome severe barriers into education, training and employment. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486594/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_release_new_Hunted.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486594/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_release_new_Hunted.aspx Thu, 15 Dec 2016 07:00:00 GMT Last night Norwich Youth for Christ launched their new video on YouTube, featuring local young people in a twist on the nativity story using the format of Channel 4’s ‘Hunted’. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486532/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_cookbook_flying_off_the_shelves.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486532/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_cookbook_flying_off_the_shelves.aspx Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT People are paying up to 250 for a cookbook published by a Norwich church, which will support hundreds of Ebola orphans in Sierra Leone. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486525/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Experience_the_truth_of_God_this_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486525/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Experience_the_truth_of_God_this_Christmas.aspx Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Mark Fairweather-Tall explains that our experience of the presence of God goes beyond a debate about proof of His existence. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486481/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Up_to_four_new_Catholic_schools_planned.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486481/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Up_to_four_new_Catholic_schools_planned.aspx Tue, 13 Dec 2016 12:00:00 GMT The Catholic Diocese of East Anglia is to be among the first to open new Catholic schools after the proposed removal of the 50% faith admissions cap, with plans for up to eight in the pipeline, including four in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486456/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_uses_retirement_to_help_war.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486456/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Christian_uses_retirement_to_help_war.aspx Tue, 13 Dec 2016 06:00:00 GMT Freda Lewis from Thorpe St Andrew has used her retirement to raise tens of thousands of pounds to buy life changing facilities for a camp of displaced people in Northern Uganda including a 16-room clinic. Jenny Seal reports http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486436/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Big_60_challenge_for_Norwich_Christian_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486436/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Big_60_challenge_for_Norwich_Christian_charity.aspx Mon, 12 Dec 2016 14:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian charity pioneer Robert Glover has accepted a gruelling and ambitious fundraising challenge to celebrate his 60th birthday this week and to raise 60k to start Care for Children’s latest project in Vietnam. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486431/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Wymondham_church_moves_from_home_of_eight.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486431/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Wymondham_church_moves_from_home_of_eight.aspx Mon, 12 Dec 2016 13:00:00 GMT After eight years of meeting in Wymondham High School, Hope Community Church held its last service there on Sunday, December 11 and the church are now looking forward to moving into their newly developed community and worship centre on December 18. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486439/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_charity_celebrates_new_house.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486439/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_charity_celebrates_new_house.aspx Mon, 12 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian charity Hope Into Action looks has had an eventful year, including an office move, a new house, the training of a new team of volunteers and they are recruiting for a new member of staff. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/An_appeal_about_appeals.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/An_appeal_about_appeals.aspx Sun, 11 Dec 2016 13:00:00 GMT Elspeth Rushbrook, local Christian and author, writes her thoughts on the way churches handle charity appeals and pastoral needs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486335/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Flash_mob_choir_raises_cash_for_YMCA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486335/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Flash_mob_choir_raises_cash_for_YMCA.aspx Sat, 10 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT A flash-mob choir and street collections in Norwich and Great Yarmouth have raised over 600 for the work of YMCA Norfolk across the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486332/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Bishop_delivers_message_of_oneness_at_ministers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486332/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Bishop_delivers_message_of_oneness_at_ministers.aspx Fri, 09 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT Church ministers from Norwich and the surrounding area gathered to listen to Bishop David Carr at the 'ministers together' lunch on December 7. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_website_hits_new_visitors_high.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_website_hits_new_visitors_high.aspx Wed, 07 Dec 2016 18:00:00 GMT The Network Norwich and Norfolk website has set a new record for visitors to the well-established Christian community news website. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/Norfolk_prays_and_responds_to_refugee_plight.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/Norfolk_prays_and_responds_to_refugee_plight.aspx Wed, 07 Dec 2016 13:00:00 GMT A humanitarian aid worker from Serbia who partners with Christian Aid spoke about the struggle refugees are currently experiencing in Europe at an event at Norwich Cathedral on December 4, when a large Christmas card was signed for Theresa May. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486116/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Grant_for_Norwich_church_to_become_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486116/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Grant_for_Norwich_church_to_become_community.aspx Wed, 07 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT Costessey Parochial Church Council is delighted to announce that St. Edmund’s Church in Old Costessey has received a confirmed grant of 192,100 from the Heritage Lottery Fund for its ‘Celebrating The Past – Ensuring The Future’ project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486110/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/No_Christmas_without_Easter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486110/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/No_Christmas_without_Easter.aspx Wed, 07 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist John Myhill reminds us that the celebration of Christ’s birth is only part of the story of salvation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Hope_and_faith_after_genocide_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Hope_and_faith_after_genocide_Norfolk_church.aspx Tue, 06 Dec 2016 12:00:00 GMT Immaculee Hedden was a young African woman when she miraculously survived a 100-day rampage of death and violence that killed between 800,000 and 1 million Rwandans a Norfolk church audience has heard. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_seeks_repentance_for_past_hurts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_seeks_repentance_for_past_hurts.aspx Sat, 03 Dec 2016 06:00:00 GMT As part of a journey to discern the future for their church Silver Road Baptist Church is issuing a heartfelt invitation to all those hurt in the past by the actions of the church, to join them for a service of Repentance by the Church and Reconciliation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486038/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/Norwich_church_parody_of_Christmas_advert.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/486038/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/Norwich_church_parody_of_Christmas_advert.aspx Sat, 03 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT The annual John Lewis Christmas advert is much-anticipated by many people - but a growing number in the city were anticipating St Thomas' Church's take on the advert, which was released last week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485862/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_and_Police_join_forces_to_tackle.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485862/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_and_Police_join_forces_to_tackle.aspx Fri, 02 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT Catholic church leaders, senior Police force officers and ethnic chaplains have met the UK’s Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner to discuss solutions to tackling human trafficking taking place within East Anglia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485780/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Fayre_boost_for_Norfolk_church_community_hub.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485780/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Fayre_boost_for_Norfolk_church_community_hub.aspx Thu, 01 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT A South Norfolk church has embarked upon a project to create a community hub where people can come together, meet with friends, and buy a few key shopping items. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485721/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_worship_album_produced_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485721/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_worship_album_produced_in_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 01 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT Christian ministry group Prophetic Lighthouse has just released a worship CD called “Love Song” which is now available to purchase. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485675/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/People_queue_to_get_into_Suffolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485675/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/People_queue_to_get_into_Suffolk_church.aspx Wed, 30 Nov 2016 12:00:00 GMT People are queuing for up to 45 minutes to get into church after Christians opened a shop in Suffolk selling unsold and perfectly edible food that was destined to be discarded by supermarkets. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485642/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Gifts_at_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485642/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Gifts_at_Christmas.aspx Wed, 30 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Alison Hill reflects on what were effectively the very first Christmas gifts. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485359/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Old_Norwich_hospital_chapel_to_re_open.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485359/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Old_Norwich_hospital_chapel_to_re_open.aspx Mon, 28 Nov 2016 17:00:00 GMT The former Norfolk and Norwich Hospital Chapel is set to reopen as a café and community venue after being boarded up for a number of years since before the housing development at the old hospital site off St Stephens Road in the city centre began. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_youth_conference_increases_Gods_kingdom.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_youth_conference_increases_Gods_kingdom.aspx Sun, 27 Nov 2016 12:00:00 GMT This month, ENYP, Norwich Youth for Christ and Transforming Norwich hosted a youth conference called Increase, designed for youth leaders and volunteers to be equipped and explore evangelism in order to ‘increase’ God’s Kingdom. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485220/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Family_pay_tribute_to_Dereham_youth_worker.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485220/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Family_pay_tribute_to_Dereham_youth_worker.aspx Thu, 24 Nov 2016 09:55:00 GMT The family of Dereham Christian youth worker and film creator Dan Lawrence have paid tribute to the talented, fun-loving, deep thinker with an unshakeable faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Are_you_tuned_in_to_Jesus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Are_you_tuned_in_to_Jesus.aspx Wed, 23 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Tong challenges us to stay tuned in to what God is trying to tell us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485077/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_film_of_hope_creator.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485077/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_film_of_hope_creator.aspx Tue, 22 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to inspirational Dereham Christian youth worker Dan Lawrence, who died last night (November 21) from a brain tumour only two weeks after his film Looking to Eternity was released http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485071/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_16.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/485071/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_16.aspx Tue, 22 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT An inspiring Norfolk surgeon, Bake-Off queen Mary Berry, ex Canaries player Philip Mulryne, Strictly star and gymnast Claudia Fragapane and comedian James Corden all feature in the Christmas edition of Good News for Norwich and Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484992/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_s_Romanian_Orthodox_Church_prepares_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484992/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_s_Romanian_Orthodox_Church_prepares_for.aspx Mon, 21 Nov 2016 11:30:00 GMT On December 11, the Romanian Orthodox Church in Norwich and East Anglia will celebrate its first patron saint, the Martyr Philothea of Arges, with a special festal service, a play performed by children and a talk given by His Grace Ignatius of Mures. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484968/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Year_of_Mercy_ends_as_Holy_Door.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484968/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Year_of_Mercy_ends_as_Holy_Door.aspx Sun, 20 Nov 2016 16:10:00 GMT The Catholic Church’s Year of Mercy came to an end in the Diocese of East Anglia when Bishop Alan Hopes closed the Holy Door of Mercy at St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich as Pope Francis closed the Holy Door at St Peter’s Basilica in Rome. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484929/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_roadshow_kicks_off_annual_Toys_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484929/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_roadshow_kicks_off_annual_Toys_and.aspx Fri, 18 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army’s Toys and Tins, which last year supported more than 4400 people across Norfolk, will be launching next week with a roadshow touring the county to collect donations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484721/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_dig_reveals_Anglo_Saxon_Christian_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484721/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_dig_reveals_Anglo_Saxon_Christian_community.aspx Thu, 17 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Evidence of one of the earliest Christian communities ever to be discovered in Britain has been uncovered at an archaeological dig at Great Ryburgh in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Let_us_also_remember_Christian_martyrs.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Let_us_also_remember_Christian_martyrs.aspx Thu, 17 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Like many of us, regular columnist James Knight attended a remembrance service last Sunday. Here is his reflection of that commemoration. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ann_joins_London_parade_to_mark_YMCA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ann_joins_London_parade_to_mark_YMCA.aspx Wed, 16 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk IT systems trainer Ann Symonds took part in Sunday’s Remembrance Day parade at the Cenotaph in central London to honour the remarkable contribution of the YMCA’s 38,000 YMCA courageous war-time volunteers http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484639/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_youth_charity_is_excellent_employer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484639/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_youth_charity_is_excellent_employer.aspx Wed, 16 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT As part of the Christian Youth Work Awards, local charity Norwich Youth for Christ (NYFC) were shortlisted for the category ‘Best Youth Work Employer’ at an awards evening held at London School of Theology on 11th November. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484622/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Festival_to_showcase_Norwichs_historic_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484622/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Festival_to_showcase_Norwichs_historic_churches.aspx Tue, 15 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Historic Churches Trust has received 68,400 from the Heritage Lottery Fund to create an exciting festival weekend celebrating Norwich’s outstanding collection of medieval churches and showcasing the churches’ role in the city over the centuries. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484519/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_Cathedral_set_to_host_giant_dinosaur.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484519/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_Cathedral_set_to_host_giant_dinosaur.aspx Tue, 15 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral is set to play host to surely the most unusual, and largest, visitor in its 900-year history - a 22-metre-long dinosaur called Dippy the Diplodocus. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484173/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hat_trick_for_Norwich_church_website_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484173/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hat_trick_for_Norwich_church_website_in.aspx Mon, 14 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT For the third year running St Thomas Church in Norwich has won a national award for its website at the Premier Digital Awards on November 12. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484323/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_celebrates_serving_Norfolk_for_160_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484323/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_celebrates_serving_Norfolk_for_160_years.aspx Sat, 12 Nov 2016 12:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has been serving the young people of Norfolk for 160 years, but the challenges it faces today are, shockingly, much the same as it faced back in 1856, CEO Tim Sweeting told the Christian charity’s AGM and annual celebration event. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484321/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_to_host_newspaper_carol_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484321/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_to_host_newspaper_carol_service.aspx Sat, 12 Nov 2016 10:00:00 GMT Carols, candlelight and Christmas spirit will fill a historic city centre church when the Evening News Carols for Christmas event returns for another year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_volunteers_packing_shoeboxes_for_needy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_volunteers_packing_shoeboxes_for_needy.aspx Wed, 09 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Volunteers across the county from Christian charity Samaritan’s Purse expect to send over 9000 shoeboxes of gifts to children in need around the world in the run up to Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484081/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Appeal_of_the_Poppy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484081/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Appeal_of_the_Poppy.aspx Wed, 09 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Canon Andrew Bryant pauses to consider why he wears his poppy, and reflects on its significance. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484079/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_urged_to_back_Christmas_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/484079/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_urged_to_back_Christmas_appeal.aspx Wed, 09 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT This year Christian Aid’s appeal aims to light the way for people fleeing violence this Christmas, focussing on refugees around the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483993/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/DWP_hotline_plea_as_Norfolks_foodbank_use.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483993/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/DWP_hotline_plea_as_Norfolks_foodbank_use.aspx Tue, 08 Nov 2016 06:00:00 GMT Between April and September 2016, Norfolk based Foodbanks gave three-day food supplies to 9,024 people in crisis, contributing to a rise in the national use of Foodbanks which has resulted in the Trussell Trust calling for a direct DWP hotline. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483987/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Archdeacon_of_Norwich_excited_by_roles.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483987/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Archdeacon_of_Norwich_excited_by_roles.aspx Mon, 07 Nov 2016 13:30:00 GMT Rev Canon Karen Hutchinson is looking forward to the variety of her new role as Archdeacon of Norwich and Warden of Readers, which will officially begin this Sunday afternoon at a special service in Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483823/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Foodbanks_launch_Reverse_Advent.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483823/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Foodbanks_launch_Reverse_Advent.aspx Fri, 04 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Foodbanks in Norwich, Cromer, King’s Lynn and Thetford are putting a warm-hearted spin on a festive tradition by asking people to fill their own ‘reverse advent calendar’ with food items for those who would otherwise go hungry. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483564/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_Norwich_City_star_Philip_Mulryne_is.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483564/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_Norwich_City_star_Philip_Mulryne_is.aspx Thu, 03 Nov 2016 04:55:00 GMT Former Norwich City midfield player Philip Mulyrne, 38, has swapped the pitch for the pulpit as he was ordained as a deacon in the Catholic Dominican Order at a service at St Saviour's church in Dublin on Saturday http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483558/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_should_Christians_view_mental_distress.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483558/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_should_Christians_view_mental_distress.aspx Wed, 02 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist John Myhill challenges the way Christians should view those who are seen to have a mental illness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483449/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/North_Breckland_YFC_premieres_own_feature_film.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483449/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/North_Breckland_YFC_premieres_own_feature_film.aspx Mon, 31 Oct 2016 13:00:00 GMT This weekend North Breckland Youth for Christ will premiere their full length feature film ‘Looking to Eternity’ which they filmed over 7 days with a team of 22 young people from Norfolk and God’s help. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483304/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_churches_back_appeal_to_remember_tragic.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483304/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_churches_back_appeal_to_remember_tragic.aspx Thu, 27 Oct 2016 23:00:00 GMT Leaders from two Norwich churches have backed an appeal to raise funds to pay for a gravestone for two Congolese youngsters who tragically drowned at Whitlingham Broad last year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_of_Norwich_to_bless_new_facilities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_of_Norwich_to_bless_new_facilities.aspx Thu, 27 Oct 2016 11:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich will be visiting Christ Church, Eaton, on Sunday November 6 to preach and to bless a new welcome area, kitchen facilities and toilet. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/East_Anglia_pilgrim_completes_2_000_km.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/East_Anglia_pilgrim_completes_2_000_km.aspx Thu, 27 Oct 2016 11:00:00 GMT East Anglia Catholic, 69-year-old Mary Kirk, has successfully completed an epic 2,000 km pilgrimage from Canterbury to Rome, shedding tears of emotion and relief as she walked into St Peter’s Square last week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483243/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Vicar_to_share_Israel_journey_of_discovery.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483243/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Vicar_to_share_Israel_journey_of_discovery.aspx Tue, 25 Oct 2016 23:00:00 GMT Rev Cameron Collington from London will visit Norwich on November 8 to share fascinating highlights of his journey of discovery after spending time in Israel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Dealing_with_doubts_as_a_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/483208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Dealing_with_doubts_as_a_Christian.aspx Tue, 25 Oct 2016 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight considers the whole question of doubt, and asks whether or not it is actually good to have doubts. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/482857/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Norfolk_conference_releases_rural_church_hopes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/482857/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Norfolk_conference_releases_rural_church_hopes.aspx Thu, 20 Oct 2016 09:00:00 GMT Enabling Christians in rural congregations to reach their communities through mission and the re-imagining of their churches and chapels was the subject of a conference in West Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/482787/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Its_good_to_talk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/482787/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Its_good_to_talk.aspx Tue, 18 Oct 2016 23:00:00 GMT Regular Contributor Mark Fairweather-Tall is determined to communicate more! http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Associate_Pastor_organises_Walk_for_Freedom.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Associate_Pastor_organises_Walk_for_Freedom.aspx Mon, 17 Oct 2016 18:10:00 GMT On Saturday 140 people dressed in black, many with tape over their mouths, silently marched through Norwich to shine a spotlight on issues of human trafficking and modern slavery in a Walk for Freedom coordinated by Gemma Neill from Proclaimers church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/482597/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Players_turn_out_to_honour_Norfolk_football.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/482597/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Players_turn_out_to_honour_Norfolk_football.aspx Sun, 16 Oct 2016 18:00:00 GMT A special memorial football match in honour of Norwich young people’s champion Tim Stapleford took place on Saturday October 15 to raise funds for a sports project which he set up. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/482041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_science_behind_Creationism_part_2.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/482041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_science_behind_Creationism_part_2.aspx Tue, 11 Oct 2016 23:00:00 GMT Martin Kentish follows up his 2013 article titled “Investigating the science behind Creationism”, with the following thoughts. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/482179/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Town_Pastors_urgent_appeal_for_volunteers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/482179/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Town_Pastors_urgent_appeal_for_volunteers.aspx Mon, 10 Oct 2016 13:00:00 GMT An urgent appeal has been put out by the Dereham Town Pastors for volunteers to ensure that this much appreciated Christian outreach is sustainable and can continue to serve the people on the streets of Dereham on Friday afternoons and evenings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/482149/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_backs_youth_mental_health_campaign.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/482149/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_backs_youth_mental_health_campaign.aspx Sun, 09 Oct 2016 23:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has thrown its support behind a major new NHS mental health awareness campaign, as YMCA national research reveals more than one in three young people with mental health difficulties experience stigma. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481975/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_community_continues_FISH_support.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481975/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_community_continues_FISH_support.aspx Fri, 07 Oct 2016 10:00:00 GMT FISH clubs in Norwich (Food and Fun in School Holidays) have helped alleviate hunger in the school holidays. 5,000 meals have been served across the city so far – and more clubs are set to run during October half term. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481995/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_era_as_Norwich_church_moves_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481995/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_era_as_Norwich_church_moves_to.aspx Thu, 06 Oct 2016 11:00:00 GMT One year after formally joining the Elim network of churches and inducting new pastors, One Church (formerly TLC) has relocated from Drayton Hall to The Hewett Academy in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Football_match_to_honour_Norwich_champion_Tim.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Football_match_to_honour_Norwich_champion_Tim.aspx Thu, 06 Oct 2016 11:00:00 GMT A special memorial football match in honour of Norwich young people’s champion Tim Stapleford is to take place on Saturday October 15 and will raise funds for a project which he set up. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481951/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Crusader_leader_David_Kingsley_Lloyd_dies.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481951/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Crusader_leader_David_Kingsley_Lloyd_dies.aspx Wed, 05 Oct 2016 23:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to David Kingsley Lloyd, a popular religious education and games teacher at the former Technical High School Gorleston who has died at the age of 82. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481889/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/One_God_One_World_We_are_all.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481889/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/One_God_One_World_We_are_all.aspx Tue, 04 Oct 2016 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Philip Young despairs of the unnecessary conflict which seems to engulf so many regions of the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481685/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_league_names_most_sporting_team.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481685/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_league_names_most_sporting_team.aspx Mon, 03 Oct 2016 23:00:00 GMT Stalham Baptist Church have been named as the Norfolk Christian Football League’s most sporting adult team and the league are also appealing for new sides to join its cup competition, starting later this year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481671/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_puts_nurses_at_heart_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481671/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_puts_nurses_at_heart_of.aspx Mon, 03 Oct 2016 19:00:00 GMT A Norwich church is putting parish nurses at the heart of its community, offering practical support to people and the time to listen. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481616/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Christian_charity_links_up_with_supermarket.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481616/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_Christian_charity_links_up_with_supermarket.aspx Sat, 01 Oct 2016 23:00:00 GMT A local Christian charity that supports children and young people aged from 5- 25 years has formed a food donations partnership with a supermarket in the Thorpe area of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481576/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_Schools_Mass_marks_new_academic.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481576/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_Schools_Mass_marks_new_academic.aspx Sat, 01 Oct 2016 11:00:00 GMT Around 700 students and teachers from Catholic schools right across the Diocese of East Anglia gathered at the Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich on September 29 at a special Schools Mass to celebrate the start of the academic year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481425/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Steve_teaches_maths_and_martial_arts_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481425/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Steve_teaches_maths_and_martial_arts_in.aspx Fri, 30 Sep 2016 10:00:00 GMT What makes a 50 something director of a busy company uproot for two weeks to Rukungiri in southern Uganda? This is exactly what Steve Gaskin, from Norwich Central Baptist Church did for a second year running. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481277/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Kathy_and_Allister_are_church_mission_enablers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481277/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Kathy_and_Allister_are_church_mission_enablers.aspx Thu, 29 Sep 2016 15:20:00 GMT Over 20 years ago, Allister and Kathleen Versfeld felt a calling on their lives to full-time ministry. They have led churches in East Anglia since then and have recently moved to Norwich to work with Salvation Army churches and centres across the region. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481348/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_would_Jesus_be_doing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481348/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_would_Jesus_be_doing.aspx Tue, 27 Sep 2016 23:00:00 GMT Rev Suzanne Cooke applauds the forthright honesty of what the Pope has been saying, and wonders where Jesus would be in the light of the current Syrian refugee crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_Graham_celebrates_40_years_of_priesthood.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_Graham_celebrates_40_years_of_priesthood.aspx Tue, 27 Sep 2016 02:00:00 GMT The Rt Revd Graham James, Bishop of Norwich has celebrated the 40th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474404/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christians_urged_to_walk_alongside_Norwich_homeless.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474404/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christians_urged_to_walk_alongside_Norwich_homeless.aspx Mon, 26 Sep 2016 14:00:00 GMT Norwich-based Christian charity Hope Into Action is gearing up for a month of fundraising with several events planned for October, including an appeal for people to donate shoes. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480807/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christian_welcome_offered_to_Norwich_bound_refugees.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480807/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christian_welcome_offered_to_Norwich_bound_refugees.aspx Sat, 24 Sep 2016 09:00:00 GMT A group representing asylum seekers, refugees and migrants will arrive in boats at Pull’s Ferry in Norwich on Saturday September 24 as part of Bishops Pilgrimage Day. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481163/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Museum_exhibition_on_YMCA_Norfolk_s_160.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/481163/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Museum_exhibition_on_YMCA_Norfolk_s_160.aspx Sat, 24 Sep 2016 05:00:00 GMT A group of young people who use the YMCA’s services have been working to research the history of YMCA Norfolk over the last five months, culminating in the launch of an exhibition at the Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell on Thursday, September 22.  http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480812/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_recording_studio_is_on_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480812/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_recording_studio_is_on_the.aspx Thu, 22 Sep 2016 06:00:00 GMT Norwich Youth For Christ launched Tracks on September 20, a van converted into a professional mobile recording studio for young people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Leading_surgeon_speaks_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Leading_surgeon_speaks_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx Wed, 21 Sep 2016 08:00:00 GMT Dr Jerome Pereira, a leading cancer surgeon whose pioneering medical expertise and personal Christian faith has inspired thousands around the world, was the special guest speaker at the FGB dinner evening in Norwich on Friday, October 14. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Harvest_can_be_a_time_of_real.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480827/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Harvest_can_be_a_time_of_real.aspx Tue, 20 Sep 2016 23:00:00 GMT Simon Snell describes how a little help can go a long way at harvest time in Kenya. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480679/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Suicide_survivor_Steve_is_mental_health_champion.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480679/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Suicide_survivor_Steve_is_mental_health_champion.aspx Mon, 19 Sep 2016 18:00:00 GMT Steve Foyster, manager of Revelation Christian Resource centre has become an ardent champion for mental health sufferers after his life was marked and changed following the ‘miraculous’ survival of an attempted suicide. Sandie Shirley reports http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/MP_praise_for_Norwich_church_drop_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/MP_praise_for_Norwich_church_drop_in.aspx Sun, 18 Sep 2016 23:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army’s Pottergate Advice and Refreshment Centre for people in need welcomed Shadow Defence Secretary, Clive Lewis MP, on September 16 to raise awareness of homelessness in Norwich city centre. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bethel_leaders_encourage_atmosphere_shift_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bethel_leaders_encourage_atmosphere_shift_in_Norfolk.aspx Sat, 17 Sep 2016 06:00:00 GMT On Friday senior leaders from Bethel Church in California kicked off a two day conference in Norwich called Shifting Atmospheres with inspiring teaching to equip delegates to change the spiritual atmosphere of the city and county, reports Jenny Seal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Minister_marking_one_year_at_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Minister_marking_one_year_at_Norwich_church.aspx Thu, 15 Sep 2016 23:00:00 GMT South African minister, and former dentist, Cedric Poole is marking one year in Norwich leading Meadow Way Chapel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480565/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_newspaper_man_is_new_Norwich_URC.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480565/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_newspaper_man_is_new_Norwich_URC.aspx Thu, 15 Sep 2016 23:00:00 GMT A former press photographer has recently moved to Norwich to help lead the Norwich Area URC group of churches. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480402/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishops_House_Garden_deadline_for_Norfolk_charities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480402/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishops_House_Garden_deadline_for_Norfolk_charities.aspx Thu, 15 Sep 2016 11:00:00 GMT Every summer the Bishop of Norwich and his wife open their garden for the use of local charities, this year raising over 27,000. The deadline for applications for 2017 events is Friday, September 30. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_has_a_ball_celebrating_160.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_has_a_ball_celebrating_160.aspx Wed, 14 Sep 2016 23:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk celebrated its 160th anniversary with 160 people attending an Anniversary Ball at Sprowston Manor Hotel near Norwich on September 9 raising over 14,000 to support its vital work with vulnerable young people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480369/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Race_a_virtual_balloon_for_Norwich_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480369/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Race_a_virtual_balloon_for_Norwich_Christian.aspx Wed, 14 Sep 2016 19:15:00 GMT International Christian children’s charity, Care for Children based in Norwich, is launching a virtual balloon race and is asking supporters to join in by purchasing a 3 balloon, with the chance to win two return flights to any destination in the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480332/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Should_a_funeral_be_happy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480332/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Should_a_funeral_be_happy.aspx Tue, 13 Sep 2016 23:00:00 GMT Local funeral director Kevin Cobbold considers the style of modern funerals, and wonders which is the most appropriate. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480254/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Colourful_way_for_Norwich_church_to_celebrate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480254/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Colourful_way_for_Norwich_church_to_celebrate.aspx Mon, 12 Sep 2016 23:00:00 GMT St George`s Catholic Church in Norwich has celebrated its 50th anniversary in a very artistic and colourful way. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480198/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_minister_welcomed_to_Norwich_Elim_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/480198/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_minister_welcomed_to_Norwich_Elim_church.aspx Mon, 12 Sep 2016 18:00:00 GMT Nick Whipps has been welcomed as the new minister of Norwich Elim Church on Trory Street at an induction service that gathered the local church family as well as others from across the region. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/475648/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Chance_to_try_out_Christian_youth_league.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/475648/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Chance_to_try_out_Christian_youth_league.aspx Fri, 09 Sep 2016 23:00:00 GMT The chance to play Under-16 football on a Saturday morning is being offered by the Norfolk Christian Youth Football League with an open invitation morning on September 17. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/475520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_sends_15_tons_of_aid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/475520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_church_sends_15_tons_of_aid.aspx Thu, 08 Sep 2016 23:00:00 GMT More than 15 tons of aid to help struggling communities and churches in rural Romania has been collected and delivered by big-hearted South African Christians in Norfolk over the past two years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/475423/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_projects_launched_at_Norwich_Christian_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/475423/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_projects_launched_at_Norwich_Christian_charity.aspx Wed, 07 Sep 2016 17:00:00 GMT The start of a new term means the launch of new projects for Norwich Christian youth charity ENYP using the approach of ‘listen, learn, lounge’ across all the initiatives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/475449/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Eaton_church_celebrates_local_heritage_in_photograph.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/475449/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Eaton_church_celebrates_local_heritage_in_photograph.aspx Tue, 06 Sep 2016 23:00:00 GMT A photographic display of Eaton past and present will be on display at St Andrew’s Church, Eaton in Norwich as part of the forthcoming Heritage Open Days. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/475395/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Grace_fulfilment_not_wish_fulfilment.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/475395/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Grace_fulfilment_not_wish_fulfilment.aspx Tue, 06 Sep 2016 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight identifies similarities between the current Labour leadership contest and some people’s attitude towards Christianity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/475388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_16.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/475388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_16.aspx Tue, 06 Sep 2016 23:00:00 GMT You can be among the first to read the Harvest 2016 edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk which has just released its latest e-edition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/475158/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_priest_recalls_meeting_with_Mother_Teresa.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/475158/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_priest_recalls_meeting_with_Mother_Teresa.aspx Mon, 05 Sep 2016 15:00:00 GMT On the day that Mother Teresa was canonised as a saint by Pope Francis, a Norfolk priest who met her in Calcutta, has spoken of how she found the brief encounter overwhelming. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/475095/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_leads_the_way_with_youth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/475095/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_leads_the_way_with_youth.aspx Fri, 02 Sep 2016 17:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has become the first youth organisation to achieve the nationally-recognised Ambition Quality - Bronze standard for the services it provides to young people throughout the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474889/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_curse_of_the_invisibility_cloak.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474889/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_curse_of_the_invisibility_cloak.aspx Mon, 29 Aug 2016 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor Andrew Bryant wonders if our attempts to avoid human encounter are really a benefit to us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474743/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Maurice_to_quit_after_Norfolk_church_vandalism.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474743/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Maurice_to_quit_after_Norfolk_church_vandalism.aspx Fri, 26 Aug 2016 23:00:00 GMT A Norfolk man is set to end his 45-year association with a redundant rural church in the county following break-ins and vandalism after a national newspaper labelled it as one of the ‘creepiest abandoned places in Britain’. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474722/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Keith_s_on_his_bike_to_raise.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474722/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Keith_s_on_his_bike_to_raise.aspx Fri, 26 Aug 2016 11:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk supporter Keith Morris has cycled 40 miles across the Norfolk Broads to raise cash towards the Christian charity’s Challenge 160 appeal to mark its 160th anniversary. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Trio_complete_ride_round_Norfolk_for_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Trio_complete_ride_round_Norfolk_for_Christian.aspx Fri, 26 Aug 2016 09:00:00 GMT Three cyclists, including prison chaplain Mark Bredin, have completed a 200-mile ride around Norfolk from HMP Norwich to HMP Wayland to raise money for Christian charity House of Genesis to buy a third house to provide a home for homeless ex-prisoners. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Future_of_Tims_Norwich_youth_work_vision.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Future_of_Tims_Norwich_youth_work_vision.aspx Wed, 24 Aug 2016 23:00:00 GMT The future of the visionary work of Christian young people’s champion Tim Stapleford at the Jenny Lind Park in Norwich has been secured. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474550/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Mind_the_Gap_God_is_there.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474550/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Mind_the_Gap_God_is_there.aspx Tue, 23 Aug 2016 23:00:00 GMT Alison Hill reminds us that God id with us when we go through life’s changes, even when times are difficult. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474413/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_pilgrim_carries_sign_of_hope_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474413/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_pilgrim_carries_sign_of_hope_for.aspx Mon, 22 Aug 2016 16:00:00 GMT Inspired by the words of Pope Francis, Diss parishioner Judith Tooth has walked 175 miles of the Camino de Santiago de Compostela pilgrimage to raise awareness of the plight of migrants and refugees. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_African_church_appeals_for_new_venue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_African_church_appeals_for_new_venue.aspx Sat, 20 Aug 2016 15:00:00 GMT An African church in Norwich is urgently looking for new premises for services for its congregation after its previous venue was sold for development. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474396/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Flower_festival_to_mark_Norwich_church_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474396/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Flower_festival_to_mark_Norwich_church_s.aspx Fri, 19 Aug 2016 23:00:00 GMT A Flower Festival with an Art and Craft Exhibition is to held at St George`s Catholic Church in Sprowston Road, Norwich from September 10 to 12 to help celebrate the church’s 50th anniversary. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474291/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bible_rallies_continue_at_Norwich_Railway_Mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474291/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bible_rallies_continue_at_Norwich_Railway_Mission.aspx Fri, 19 Aug 2016 13:00:00 GMT For over 25 years, a monthly Bible Rally meeting has taken place at the old Railway Mission building in Prince of Wales Road, Norwich – and meetings are set to continue on the first Saturday of the month, with the next meeting on September 3. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474247/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prison_chaplain_cycles_Norfolk_for_Christian_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474247/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prison_chaplain_cycles_Norfolk_for_Christian_charity.aspx Wed, 17 Aug 2016 08:00:00 GMT Next week Mark Bredin, Quaker Chaplain at HMPs Norwich and Wayland, will cycle 200 miles around Norfolk, raising money for Christian charity House of Genesis to purchase a third house to provide a supportive home for homeless ex-prisoners. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474249/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_treasure_we_overlook.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474249/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_treasure_we_overlook.aspx Tue, 16 Aug 2016 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Ruth Tong finds that we so often overlook or take for granted that which is of most value. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474191/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_teams_join_as_Norfolk_Christian_football.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474191/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_teams_join_as_Norfolk_Christian_football.aspx Mon, 15 Aug 2016 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League kicks off its 2016-17 season on Saturday September 3 for the adult league and the following week, Saturday September 10 for the youth leagues. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474099/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_project_to_reduce_re_offending.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474099/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_project_to_reduce_re_offending.aspx Mon, 15 Aug 2016 08:00:00 GMT Community Chaplaincy Norfolk is a Christian service supporting ex-offenders to successfully rebuild their lives after prison. The project’s new Coordinator, Susan Carne, talks about her work recruiting volunteer mentors and sympathetic landlords. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474122/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Alive_Church_is_on_the_move.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/474122/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Alive_Church_is_on_the_move.aspx Sun, 14 Aug 2016 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich church is set to move to a new refurbished home in September and is excited about the journey ahead. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473982/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Diocese_of_East_Anglias_first_priest_marks.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473982/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Diocese_of_East_Anglias_first_priest_marks.aspx Thu, 11 Aug 2016 09:00:00 GMT The very first priest to be ordained in the newly-formed Catholic Diocese of East Anglia, 40 years ago, has celebrated his own 40th anniversary of ordination with a One Mass Sunday at Most Holy Trinity in Diss. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Children_ask_big_questions_at_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Children_ask_big_questions_at_Norwich_church.aspx Tue, 09 Aug 2016 23:00:00 GMT St Andrew’s Church Eaton ran a successful holiday club focusing on the different aspects of God’s love, with the help of a dedicated team of volunteers and a bubble-blowing, smoke-spewing 'megatron' machine. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Speak_out_when_the_Holy_Spirit_says.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Speak_out_when_the_Holy_Spirit_says.aspx Tue, 09 Aug 2016 23:00:00 GMT Silence-lover John Myhill explains that there are times when we should not remain quiet. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473665/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Watton_church_celebrations_are_hitting_a_high.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473665/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Watton_church_celebrations_are_hitting_a_high.aspx Tue, 09 Aug 2016 08:50:00 GMT The hard work of the fundraising team at a Mid Norfolk church will be celebrated with news that they have reached their 37,000 target to refurbish the organ within its walls. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473574/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_hosts_major_Christian_youth_festival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473574/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_hosts_major_Christian_youth_festival.aspx Mon, 08 Aug 2016 19:00:00 GMT This week over 6,000 young people camped at the Norfolk Showground for a major Christian youth festival, Newday, enjoying high quality teaching, passionate worship and exciting entertainment.  Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473600/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Two_Norfolk_churches_named_as_most_welcoming.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473600/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Two_Norfolk_churches_named_as_most_welcoming.aspx Sat, 06 Aug 2016 10:00:00 GMT All Saints Church, Hemblington and Wymondham Abbey have been named the Most Welcoming Anglican Churches in the Diocese of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473549/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Call_to_vote_for_YMCA_Norfolk_awards.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473549/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Call_to_vote_for_YMCA_Norfolk_awards.aspx Thu, 04 Aug 2016 11:00:00 GMT A YMCA Norfolk mental health project and an inspiring young worker have been named as finalists in a prestigious national youth awards competition and local people are being asked to give them their backing in an online vote. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473509/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_Society_needs_Christ.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473509/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_Society_needs_Christ.aspx Wed, 03 Aug 2016 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight contemplates a society without faith, and a faith where man is at the centre, and determines that the world is better off with Christ at the centre. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473498/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_charity_to_extend_services.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473498/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_charity_to_extend_services.aspx Wed, 03 Aug 2016 23:00:00 GMT Christian-based advocacy and support charity STEP Norwich (Standing Together Empowering People), has announced it is to extend its services and is appealing for volunteers and a treasurer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473431/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_to_name_most_welcoming.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473431/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_to_name_most_welcoming.aspx Wed, 03 Aug 2016 11:00:00 GMT The most welcoming Anglican churches in the Diocese of Norwich are set to be named in an awards event at Norwich Cathedral on Saturday August 6. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473428/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pope_Francis_vigil_is_climax_to_World.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473428/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pope_Francis_vigil_is_climax_to_World.aspx Tue, 02 Aug 2016 23:00:00 GMT An 80-strong pilgrim group from the Diocese of East Anglia has returned to the UK after joining two million other young Catholics, and Pope Francis, at World Youth Day in Krakow, Poland. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473416/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_YFC_appeals_for_gap_year_accommodation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473416/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_YFC_appeals_for_gap_year_accommodation.aspx Tue, 02 Aug 2016 17:00:00 GMT Norwich Youth for Christ are asking those with a spare bedroom to consider housing one of the two young people coming to do a gap year volunteer placement with the local Christian charity from September. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473403/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Olympics_inspires_Norfolk_young_people_to_action.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473403/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Olympics_inspires_Norfolk_young_people_to_action.aspx Mon, 01 Aug 2016 23:00:00 GMT Young people across Norfolk are set to run projects to create more active communities, inspired by the Rio 2016 Olympics and Paralympic Games, thanks to YMCA Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473300/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Choral_concert_is_a_hit_for_Christ.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473300/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Choral_concert_is_a_hit_for_Christ.aspx Thu, 28 Jul 2016 23:00:00 GMT Christ Church Eaton Choir's concert “Christ Church Choral Hits: From Ave Verum to Zadok the Priest” raised over 1000 towards the church's organ renovation project and was attended by over 120 people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473104/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglian_pilgrims_join_millions_at_World.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473104/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglian_pilgrims_join_millions_at_World.aspx Wed, 27 Jul 2016 23:00:00 GMT An 80-strong pilgrim group from the Diocese of East Anglia is taking part in World Youth Day in Krakow, Poland, this week and will be joined by an estimated two million other young Catholics along with Pope Francis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473073/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_power_of_prayer_in_times_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473073/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_power_of_prayer_in_times_of.aspx Wed, 27 Jul 2016 23:00:00 GMT In the light of recent terrorist atrocities, Peter Coates believes that praying to the father, Son, and Holy Spirit is the most effective way we can respond to all the bad news we are currently hearing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473070/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_welcome_Norfolk_decision_on_refugees.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/473070/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_welcome_Norfolk_decision_on_refugees.aspx Wed, 27 Jul 2016 19:00:00 GMT Councillors voted overwhelmingly to accept Syrian refugees to Norfolk at a meeting on July 25, after much pressure and lobbing from local people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/472947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/40_years_of_Good_News_at_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/472947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/40_years_of_Good_News_at_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 25 Jul 2016 23:00:00 GMT The Good News stand celebrated its fortieth appearance at this year’s Royal Norfolk Show. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471950/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_festival_Newday_returns_to_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471950/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_festival_Newday_returns_to_Norfolk.aspx Sun, 24 Jul 2016 23:00:00 GMT Once again Newday, the Christian festival for young people aged 12-19, is coming to Norwich from July 31 – August 7 http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/472747/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/To_bless_or_to_curse_that_is.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/472747/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/To_bless_or_to_curse_that_is.aspx Wed, 20 Jul 2016 23:00:00 GMT In the light of recent terrorist atrocities, regular columnist Philip Young believes that all human beings have a choice – whether to use our lives to bless or to curse others. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/472656/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Christian_leaders_pray_over_the_city_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/472656/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Christian_leaders_pray_over_the_city_of.aspx Tue, 19 Jul 2016 11:00:00 GMT Church and Christians leaders from the Transforming Norwich executive team joined together in prayer over the city of Norwich from the heights of Mousehold Heath on Monday http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_book_features_Norwich_Holocaust_missionary_hero.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_book_features_Norwich_Holocaust_missionary_hero.aspx Fri, 15 Jul 2016 06:00:00 GMT A leading human rights lawyer has written a new book which includes the story of Norwich missionary and Holocaust hero Elsie Tilney, which he is now promoting worldwide. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/472217/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_report_sheds_light_on_state_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/472217/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_report_sheds_light_on_state_of.aspx Thu, 14 Jul 2016 11:00:00 GMT A new research report by Christian statistics expert, Dr Peter Brierley, has shed new light on the state and numbers of rural churches across East Anglia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/472172/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Praise_God_for_challenges.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/472172/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Praise_God_for_challenges.aspx Wed, 13 Jul 2016 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Ruth Tong explains that conflicts and challenges can actually make us stronger. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471959/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Appeal_for_more_parish_nurses_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471959/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Appeal_for_more_parish_nurses_in_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 11 Jul 2016 18:00:00 GMT The first Parish Nurse service in Norfolk operates in the Heartsease area of Norwich, and it is hoped this ministry will grow in other areas of the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Historic_Norfolk_churches_given_750k_boost.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Historic_Norfolk_churches_given_750k_boost.aspx Sat, 09 Jul 2016 23:00:00 GMT Fifteen historic Norfolk churches have benefited to the tune of 750,000 to help repair leaky roofs thanks to the latest Listed Places of Worship Roof Repair Fund awards. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471712/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_prayer_group_issues_UK_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471712/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_prayer_group_issues_UK_prayer.aspx Fri, 08 Jul 2016 09:00:00 GMT The director of Norfolk group Call to Prayer, Jill Gower, has prepared a blessing prayer to speak over the nation as a response to the negativity following the EU referendum. It is available here to download. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471795/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Standing_ovation_as_Jan_says_farewell_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471795/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Standing_ovation_as_Jan_says_farewell_to.aspx Thu, 07 Jul 2016 11:00:00 GMT Bishop Jan McFarlane was given a standing ovation as she processed out of her farewell service at Norwich Cathedral last night, after 16 years of ministry in the Diocese of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471783/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Transforming_Norwich_chairs_evangelist_challenge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471783/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Transforming_Norwich_chairs_evangelist_challenge.aspx Thu, 07 Jul 2016 11:00:00 GMT 2016: Transforming Norwich chairman Danny Doran-Smith challenged everyone present at the charity’s AGM held at Soul Church in Norwich on July 6 to do the work of evangelists. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471697/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_migrant_rescue_swimmer_seeks_church_invite.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471697/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_migrant_rescue_swimmer_seeks_church_invite.aspx Thu, 07 Jul 2016 06:00:00 GMT A Norfolk Search and Rescue Worker who recently volunteered as a specialist Rescue Swimmer saving migrants from drowning in the Central Mediterranean and Aegean Seas is looking for the opportunity to share his experiences with church and community groups. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471698/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Keep_Climbing_with_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471698/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Keep_Climbing_with_God.aspx Wed, 06 Jul 2016 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Starkings believes that the view from the top of God’s mountain is always worth the climb. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471542/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mission_to_Seafarers_Norfolk_Celebrations.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471542/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mission_to_Seafarers_Norfolk_Celebrations.aspx Mon, 04 Jul 2016 23:00:00 GMT Global maritime welfare charity The Mission to Seafarers has launched its annual Sea Sunday campaign, to celebrate 160 years of caring for seafarers around the world, and some Norfolk churches are taking part. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Chaplaincy_team_at_the_heart_of_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Chaplaincy_team_at_the_heart_of_the.aspx Sat, 02 Jul 2016 23:00:00 GMT An ecumenical chaplaincy team has been invited into the heart of Royal Norfolk Show with a new chaplaincy tent on the lawn of the Vice Presidents’ Pavilion. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471105/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Archdeacon_of_Norwich_is_consecrated_as_Bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471105/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Archdeacon_of_Norwich_is_consecrated_as_Bishop.aspx Wed, 29 Jun 2016 11:00:00 GMT The former Archdeacon of Norwich, Jan McFarlane has today been consecrated as Bishop of Repton by the Archbishop of Canterbury. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471028/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/We_can_be_agents_of_radical_grace.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471028/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/We_can_be_agents_of_radical_grace.aspx Tue, 28 Jun 2016 23:00:00 GMT Regular contributor James Knight believes we should bring a message of radical grace in these uncertain times. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471018/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/See_the_church_in_action_at_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/471018/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/See_the_church_in_action_at_the.aspx Tue, 28 Jun 2016 11:00:00 GMT You can catch members of the Network Norfolk team at the Royal Norfolk Show over the next two days, thanks to a joint initiative between the Diocese of Norwich and Celebrate Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470932/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_calls_for_unity_following.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470932/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_calls_for_unity_following.aspx Mon, 27 Jun 2016 23:00:00 GMT The Rt Revd Graham James, the Bishop of Norwich, has called for local Christians to pray, and be “agents of unity” following the results of the EU referendum. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_Christian_football_pioneer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_Christian_football_pioneer.aspx Wed, 22 Jun 2016 23:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to former deputy head teacher, founder of the Norfolk Christian Football Youth League and Norwich Christian community activist, Tim Stapleford. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470577/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_celebrates_completion_of_new_facilities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470577/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_celebrates_completion_of_new_facilities.aspx Wed, 22 Jun 2016 12:00:00 GMT It's taken years of planning and fundraising and months of building work, but now the WelCome project of new facilities for Christ Church Eaton is complete. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470609/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Mass_celebrates_3_400_years_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470609/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Mass_celebrates_3_400_years_of.aspx Wed, 22 Jun 2016 11:00:00 GMT An amazing 3,400 years of marriage were represented by 80 couples who received certificates from Bishop Alan Hopes at the annual Marriage and Family Celebration Mass at the Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich on Saturday (June 18). http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470579/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_abuse_charity_sees_huge_increase_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470579/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_abuse_charity_sees_huge_increase_in.aspx Mon, 20 Jun 2016 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich-based Christian charity which tackles sexual exploitation across Norfolk has seen “a huge increase in demand for its services over the past year”. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Transformation_of_Norwich_can_happen_says_Petrie.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Transformation_of_Norwich_can_happen_says_Petrie.aspx Wed, 15 Jun 2016 23:00:00 GMT 2016: Transforming Norwich has welcomed international speaker Rev Dr Alistair Petrie to the city for a second year, speaking and meeting local Christians at a week of events across Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470226/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Mother_s_Union_12_600_mile.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470226/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Mother_s_Union_12_600_mile.aspx Wed, 15 Jun 2016 08:30:00 GMT Norwich Diocese Mothers’ Union launched their ‘Cycle to Horstead’ Challenge at Norwich Celebrate as 90 members will each attempt to cycle 140 miles to raise funds for disadvantaged children to spend time at Horstead Activity Centre.  http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470072/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Is_a_referendum_really_good_democracy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470072/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Is_a_referendum_really_good_democracy.aspx Mon, 13 Jun 2016 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Bryant wonders whether a referendum is really the best way to make major decisions affecting society or the church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norfolk_broadens_Christian_horizons.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norfolk_broadens_Christian_horizons.aspx Mon, 13 Jun 2016 19:00:00 GMT 2016: Celebrate Norfolk’s flagship event in Norwich on June 11 and 12 has been broadening its horizons while Celebrate has also spread its wings to King’s Lynn and the Royal Norfolk Show. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470138/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Norfolk_Christians_challenged_to_provide_leadership.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470138/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Norfolk_Christians_challenged_to_provide_leadership.aspx Mon, 13 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT 2016: Christian Leadership in Today’s World was the subject of a breakfast seminar held at St Stephen’s Church in Norwich on June 11 as part of the Celebrate Norfolk weekend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470145/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Art_loving_bishop_receives_degree_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470145/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Art_loving_bishop_receives_degree_in_Norwich.aspx Mon, 13 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich the Right Rev Graham James received an honorary degree from Norwich University of the Arts (NUA) on June 8. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Christians_are_honoured_by_the_Queen.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Christians_are_honoured_by_the_Queen.aspx Sun, 12 Jun 2016 23:00:00 GMT A number of Norfolk Christians have been honoured by the Queen for their community service in her birthday honours list. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470030/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_launches_new_mission_strategy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/470030/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_launches_new_mission_strategy.aspx Thu, 09 Jun 2016 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has launched a new five-year strategy for mission in the Diocese of Norwich building on what is already being done and looking to grow in discipleship, service and numbers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469840/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christians_24_hour_climb_challenge_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469840/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christians_24_hour_climb_challenge_for.aspx Thu, 09 Jun 2016 06:00:00 GMT A small team of Norfolk Christian men will be attempting the Three Peaks Challenge in early July seeking to raise money for young people at risk of traffiking through Christian charity Oasis, as they climb Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon in 24 hours. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469839/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Christians_should_learn_from_history.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469839/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Christians_should_learn_from_history.aspx Wed, 08 Jun 2016 23:00:00 GMT John Myhill explains that Christians should pay attention to history and stand up for what they believe. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469682/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Queen_s_birthday_events_hosted_by_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469682/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Queen_s_birthday_events_hosted_by_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 07 Jun 2016 11:00:00 GMT From picnics in Cathedral grounds to indoor street parties and flower festivals, Norfolk churches are ensuring that The Queen's Official 90th birthday is royally celebrated. Here is a look at how churches are planning to celebrate this weekend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469673/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_churches_celebrate_our_servant_Queen.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469673/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_churches_celebrate_our_servant_Queen.aspx Mon, 06 Jun 2016 19:15:00 GMT People across Britain have been celebrating the life and service of the longest-serving British monarch – Queen Elizabeth II on the occasion of her 90th birthday and churches across Norfolk will be paying their own their tributes this weekend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469593/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pope_supports_Diocese_as_it_celebrates_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469593/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pope_supports_Diocese_as_it_celebrates_in.aspx Sat, 04 Jun 2016 23:00:00 GMT Pope Francis has offered his prayers and support for the Diocese of East Anglia, which on Friday night celebrated its 40th anniversary with a Mass of Thanksgiving at the Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469569/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Enjoy_a_summer_retreat_on_Norfolk_border.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469569/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Enjoy_a_summer_retreat_on_Norfolk_border.aspx Sat, 04 Jun 2016 06:00:00 GMT Set in picturesque Ditchingham, Belsey Bridge Christian Conference Centre has some late availability during the summer months for churches and other groups to enjoy a local retreat with great leisure facilities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469684/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Warm_welcome_at_Norwich_Christian_run_guesthouse.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469684/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Warm_welcome_at_Norwich_Christian_run_guesthouse.aspx Fri, 03 Jun 2016 23:00:00 GMT Local Christian Loren runs a bed and breakfast business just outside Norwich and has has many opportunities to share her faith over the years. She is keen to pass the business on to somebody who will continue the work she has built up. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/CAP_Debt_Centres_expand_to_save_more.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/CAP_Debt_Centres_expand_to_save_more.aspx Thu, 02 Jun 2016 05:00:00 GMT Christians Against Poverty Debt Centres have been expanding across Norfolk to help more families go debt-free and to provide vital relief from the associated problems of debt. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469339/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Words_of_encouragement_to_a_young_disciple.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469339/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Words_of_encouragement_to_a_young_disciple.aspx Tue, 31 May 2016 23:00:00 GMT Rev Suzanne Cooke shares with us a letter of encouragement she sent to a young man who has just attended his first Christian event. (His name has been changed). http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Cardinal_in_Norwich_to_help_Diocese_celebrate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Cardinal_in_Norwich_to_help_Diocese_celebrate.aspx Tue, 31 May 2016 17:50:00 GMT The Diocese of East Anglia is set to celebrate the 40th anniversary of its formation over the next two weeks with a Solemn Diocesan Mass, a book launch and a history conference. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469201/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishops_lead_St_Walstans_1000th_Norfolk_celebration.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469201/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishops_lead_St_Walstans_1000th_Norfolk_celebration.aspx Mon, 30 May 2016 11:00:00 GMT The 1000th anniversary of the death of Norfolk saint, Walstan, has been marked by a weekend of celebrations at Bawburgh near Norwich, culminating in an open-air service led by the Bishop of Norwich and the Catholic Bishop of East Anglia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469031/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/Norwich_Christian_set_for_long_term_Tanzanian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/469031/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/Norwich_Christian_set_for_long_term_Tanzanian.aspx Fri, 27 May 2016 11:00:00 GMT New Costessey Christian Joy McCann will head out to Tanzania on Sunday as a long term missionary, after visiting Africa for the first time in April, when she realised a vision God had given her during her 13 years of ill health with Chronic Fatigue. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468959/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/New_Bethel_linked_church_set_to_launch.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468959/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/New_Bethel_linked_church_set_to_launch.aspx Wed, 25 May 2016 23:00:00 GMT A new church, affiliated to Bethel in California, is set to launch in south Norwich on Sunday June 12, meeting at City of Norwich School. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/What_kind_of_political_party_would_Jesus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/What_kind_of_political_party_would_Jesus.aspx Wed, 25 May 2016 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight wonders what the perfect political party would look like. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468739/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Police_called_to_incident_at_Norwich_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468739/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Police_called_to_incident_at_Norwich_Christian.aspx Mon, 23 May 2016 23:00:00 GMT Organisers acted swiftly after a spectator was alleged to have head-butted another supporter at a Norfolk Christian Football League youth tournament in Norwich on Saturday http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468652/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_season_finishes_on_high.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468652/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_season_finishes_on_high.aspx Mon, 23 May 2016 08:55:00 GMT No less than 33 teams from the Norfolk Christian Football Youth League took part in the end-of-season five-a-side tournament at Heartsease Towers in Norwich on Saturday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Hundreds_sign_Shalom_Declaration_at_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Hundreds_sign_Shalom_Declaration_at_Norwich_church.aspx Sat, 21 May 2016 23:00:00 GMT More than 200 people attended the launch of East Anglia Friends of Israel in Norwich at an impressive gathering which brought together members of the local Jewish community and Christians from across the region to demonstrate their support for Israel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Christian_author_tells_of_depression_experience.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Christian_author_tells_of_depression_experience.aspx Wed, 18 May 2016 23:00:00 GMT Speaker, author and blogger, Jo Swinney, is a woman with a mammoth crusade birthed on the inside of her heart having survived depression. Today she is an ardent messenger of hope and encouragement for others especially during Mental Health Awareness Week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468310/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_charity_wins_awards_and_issues_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468310/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_charity_wins_awards_and_issues_appeal.aspx Wed, 18 May 2016 09:00:00 GMT Local Christian charity Hope Into Action is celebrating three national awards for their tenants , an office move – and are now appealing for more properties to continue the success of their work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468226/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Town_Pastors_take_to_the_streets.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468226/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Dereham_Town_Pastors_take_to_the_streets.aspx Wed, 18 May 2016 05:00:00 GMT Following years of preparation and prayer, a Commissioning Service was held on Sunday, May 8 for the Dereham Town Pastors, who are now out and about patrolling the streets of Dereham. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468273/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Death_the_end_or_the_beginning.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468273/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Death_the_end_or_the_beginning.aspx Tue, 17 May 2016 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Mark Fairweather-Tall shares his thoughts on death, and reminds us that the hope we have in Jesus changes how we view the inevitable event in all our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468136/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_Christians_join_Global_Day_of_Prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468136/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_Christians_join_Global_Day_of_Prayer.aspx Sun, 15 May 2016 23:00:00 GMT 2016: Around 500 Christians joined millions around the world in a Global Day of Prayer service at Norwich Anglican Cathedral last night. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468113/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/YMCA_duo_issue_160km_Norfolk_cycle_challenge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468113/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/YMCA_duo_issue_160km_Norfolk_cycle_challenge.aspx Sun, 15 May 2016 23:00:00 GMT Two YMCA Norfolk colleagues are appealing for others to join them in a one-day 160km cycle ride challenge across Norfolk to raise cash for the Christian charity’s 160th Anniversary Appeal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468099/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Celebrate_16.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468099/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Celebrate_16.aspx Sat, 14 May 2016 23:00:00 GMT A special Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk edition of the Good News for Norwich and Norfolk newspaper has been published with information about events in Norwich, King’s Lynn and at the Royal Norfolk Show. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468083/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Double_Christian_cup_final_success_for_Brooke.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/468083/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Double_Christian_cup_final_success_for_Brooke.aspx Sat, 14 May 2016 14:55:00 GMT It was double success for Brooke Adventurers in the second Norfolk Christian Youth league cup finals weekend, on Saturday May 14, winning both the U12 and the U16 finals. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/467725/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/History_of_the_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/467725/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/History_of_the_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx Fri, 13 May 2016 11:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League is one of the longest-standing church leagues in the whole country and can trace its history back almost 40 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/467833/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Funding_boost_for_Norwich_church_prisons_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/467833/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Funding_boost_for_Norwich_church_prisons_work.aspx Fri, 13 May 2016 05:30:00 GMT Norwich church Proclaimers has received a welcome injection of funding from The Jerusalem Trust to expand its work in Norfolk prisons. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/467664/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Bishop_of_Lynn_hosts_prayer_vigil_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/467664/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Bishop_of_Lynn_hosts_prayer_vigil_for.aspx Thu, 12 May 2016 05:00:00 GMT A prayer vigil for refugees is being held at St Faith’s Church, Gaywood on May 25 hosted by the Bishop of Lynn and organised by Christian Aid. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/467748/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Rejoicing_in_the_present_moment.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/467748/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Rejoicing_in_the_present_moment.aspx Wed, 11 May 2016 23:00:00 GMT Philip Young reminds us to enjoy the present moment, and not worry about the future or dwell on the past. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/467742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Canterbury_trip_for_Jan_McFarlane_s_consecration.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/467742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Canterbury_trip_for_Jan_McFarlane_s_consecration.aspx Wed, 11 May 2016 23:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich is offering the opportunity to travel by coach to Canterbury on Wednesday, June 29 for the occasion of the Archdeacon of Norwich being consecrated as Bishop of Repton in Canterbury Cathedral.  http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/467551/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/League_and_cup_double_in_Christian_youth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/467551/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/League_and_cup_double_in_Christian_youth.aspx Sun, 08 May 2016 23:00:00 GMT The u10 and u14 cup finals of the Norfolk Christian Football League were played at Sale Road on Saturday May 7. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/467473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Penalty_shoot_out_drama_in_Norfolk_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/467473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Penalty_shoot_out_drama_in_Norfolk_Christian.aspx Sat, 07 May 2016 23:00:00 GMT Crowds were treated to two of the closest men’s finals of the Norfolk Christian Football League in recent years, including a dramatic penalty shoot-out, on Saturday (May 7). http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/467426/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pilgrimage_marks_start_of_East_Anglia_anniversary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/467426/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pilgrimage_marks_start_of_East_Anglia_anniversary.aspx Fri, 06 May 2016 23:00:00 GMT Celebrations to mark the 40th anniversary of the Diocese of East Anglia got off on the right foot when over 1,000 people joined the annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to the National Catholic Shrine at Walsingham on Bank Holiday Monday, May 2. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/465175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_cup_finals_teams_named.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/465175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_cup_finals_teams_named.aspx Wed, 04 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT The line-ups for the Norfolk Christian Football League cup finals are now complete and are set to be played on May 7 and 14. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466671/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Free_online_resources_for_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466671/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Resources/Free_online_resources_for_Norfolk_churches.aspx Mon, 02 May 2016 07:00:00 GMT 2016: A new low-cost online resource for outreach and discipleship has just been made available based around the theme “connection brings life” and is now being offered to churches across Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466861/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_assistant_bishop_appointed_in_Diocese_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466861/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_assistant_bishop_appointed_in_Diocese_of.aspx Fri, 29 Apr 2016 17:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Maidstone, the Rt Revd Rod Thomas, is to become an Assistant Bishop in the Diocese of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466749/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Susanna_is_Bishop_of_Norwichs_new_chaplain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466749/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Susanna_is_Bishop_of_Norwichs_new_chaplain.aspx Wed, 27 Apr 2016 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has announced that Rev Susanna Gunner is to become Bishop’s Chaplain in June. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466662/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Ask_God_to_help_you_break_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466662/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Ask_God_to_help_you_break_the.aspx Wed, 27 Apr 2016 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Tong looks at the cycles that frustrate our lives, and how they can be broken. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/465797/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Carrie_becomes_licensed_lay_worker_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/465797/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Carrie_becomes_licensed_lay_worker_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 27 Apr 2016 09:45:00 GMT Norwich outreach worker Carrie Sant will be licensed as a lay worker at St Luke’s Church by Bishop Graham at a special service on May 1 at 10:30am. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Take_time_to_pray_for_Norfolk_Police.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466595/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Take_time_to_pray_for_Norfolk_Police.aspx Tue, 26 Apr 2016 19:55:00 GMT The Norfolk branch of the Christian Police Association is encouraging Christians across the county to take part in the National Day of Prayer for Police on Thursday May 5. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466552/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Businessman_John_shares_story_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466552/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Businessman_John_shares_story_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx Mon, 25 Apr 2016 23:00:00 GMT John Walker, a successful businessman whose life was surprisingly transformed through faith in Jesus Christ, shared highlights of his personal story at a Dinner Evening at the Best Western Brook Hotel, Bowthorpe, on Friday, May 13. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466375/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Holy_Spirit_Revival_Now.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466375/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Holy_Spirit_Revival_Now.aspx Thu, 21 Apr 2016 23:00:00 GMT John Myhill explains why churches need to embrace the Holy Spirit to enable them to respond to those who seek their help in the midst of today’s problems. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466211/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_storyteller_s_book_of_answered_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466211/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_storyteller_s_book_of_answered_prayer.aspx Wed, 20 Apr 2016 11:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian author Barrie Lawrence has published his fourth book, 'The Curious Case of the Constipated Cat and other true stories of answered prayer'.  Regular Network Norfolk contributor Kevin Gotts reviews the book. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Indian_church_pastor_back_to_minister_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Indian_church_pastor_back_to_minister_in.aspx Tue, 19 Apr 2016 14:00:00 GMT Rev Nicky Smith and her husband Pastor Samuel Zion are visiting Norwich for several weeks in May and will be ministering at Grace Christian Fellowship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466051/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_s_Vineyard_churches_plan_to_become.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466051/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_s_Vineyard_churches_plan_to_become.aspx Mon, 18 Apr 2016 17:55:00 GMT Norwich’s two Vineyard churches have announced that they are planning to join together as one multi-site church when founding pastors Geoff and Annie Lawton retire next summer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466005/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_project_establishes_regional_hubs.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/466005/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_project_establishes_regional_hubs.aspx Fri, 15 Apr 2016 23:00:00 GMT Christian youth project ENYP has worked in greater Norwich for nine years and is now establishing regional hubs throughout Norfolk to reach even more young people and communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/465729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolk_mens_group_welcomes_new_members.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/465729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolk_mens_group_welcomes_new_members.aspx Tue, 12 Apr 2016 23:00:00 GMT A group which helps Christian men to grow in faith and provides spiritual support is opening up to new members at it transitions to online meetings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/465718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Money_money_must_be_funny_in_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/465718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Money_money_must_be_funny_in_a.aspx Tue, 12 Apr 2016 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Bryant looks at our attitudes to wealth in the light of recent scandals, and concludes that we all may be part of the problem. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/465621/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/YMCA_Norfolk_CEO_takes_on_marathon_challenge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/465621/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/YMCA_Norfolk_CEO_takes_on_marathon_challenge.aspx Mon, 11 Apr 2016 23:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk CEO Tim Sweeting has issued a challenge to find 160 staff and supporters to undertake a sponsored activity in celebration of the organisation’s 160th anniversary. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/465452/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_backs_Archbishop_Justin_Welby.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/465452/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_backs_Archbishop_Justin_Welby.aspx Sat, 09 Apr 2016 11:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has today given his support to the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, after a DNA test revealed the true identity of the Archbishop’s biological father. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/465267/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_Borrowed_Light_of_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/465267/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_Borrowed_Light_of_God.aspx Wed, 06 Apr 2016 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight asks to what extent our lives reflect the light of God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461331/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_churches_join_anti_trafficking_forum.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461331/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Norfolk_churches_join_anti_trafficking_forum.aspx Wed, 06 Apr 2016 18:30:00 GMT Amnesty International are organising a forum on human trafficking in the Thetford area on Saturday April 23 and are opening it up to Christians who might become aware of, or be approached by people vulnerable to this complex crime. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/465080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Gospel_adventurer_who_helped_reach_millions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/465080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Gospel_adventurer_who_helped_reach_millions.aspx Sun, 03 Apr 2016 23:00:00 GMT Gospel adventurer and former Fleet Street journalist, Mike Wiltshire, has helped to reach literally millions of people with the message of Christ thanks to his pioneering work with mission ship charity Operation Mobilisation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_do_we_rebuild_trust_in_leadership.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_do_we_rebuild_trust_in_leadership.aspx Sun, 03 Apr 2016 23:00:00 GMT Mark Fairweather-Tall explains that we need to return to biblical leadership principles in order to restore trust in today’s leaders, both in church and society. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464856/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Retired_seamans_key_role_in_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464856/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Retired_seamans_key_role_in_Norfolk_church.aspx Fri, 01 Apr 2016 23:00:00 GMT Many retired people play a vital role in the local church, including former chief seaman David Tranter who is chairman of his PCC in South Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_charity_makes_caring_connections.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_charity_makes_caring_connections.aspx Fri, 01 Apr 2016 11:00:00 GMT When Sallie Boyd launched a Norwich charity for young carers, she had all the credentials necessary - won through heartfelt experience. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464711/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/South_Norfolk_Bible_school_has_worldwide_links.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464711/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/South_Norfolk_Bible_school_has_worldwide_links.aspx Wed, 30 Mar 2016 23:00:00 GMT The Way of the Spirit, runs a range of Bible teaching and training course from its base in South Norfolk, with links across the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464705/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Responding_to_tragedy_prayer_post_or_preach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464705/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Responding_to_tragedy_prayer_post_or_preach.aspx Wed, 30 Mar 2016 23:00:00 GMT Mark Sims asks how should Christians react to high-profile terrorist atrocities - with prayer, a Facebook post or just a conversation? http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464596/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Community_group_brings_Norfolk_village_to_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464596/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Community_group_brings_Norfolk_village_to_life.aspx Mon, 28 Mar 2016 23:00:00 GMT “Let’s live life to our full potential!” – that’s the focus of Society Alive, a vibrant community group which offers inspiration, training and even free three-course lunches at Clover Hill Village Hall in Bowthorpe http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464335/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Jane_extends_welcome_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464335/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Jane_extends_welcome_at_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Sat, 26 Mar 2016 14:00:00 GMT Installed as the first female Dean in Norwich Cathedral’s 900-year history in June 2014, the Very Revd Jane Hedges says that time has gone very quickly and, thanks to the welcome she received, Norwich now feels like home. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Emmaus_Norwich_is_a_life_saver_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Emmaus_Norwich_is_a_life_saver_for.aspx Sat, 26 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT A year ago, Jonny Sage was addicted to heroin and crack cocaine. In his own words, his life had sunk into a spiral of “debauchery and horribleness,” until he came into contact with Emmaus Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464490/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_washes_feet_of_Norwich_congregation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464490/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_washes_feet_of_Norwich_congregation.aspx Fri, 25 Mar 2016 16:00:00 GMT The Bishop of East Anglia washed the feet of 12 members of the congregation at the Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich last night (March 24), in the traditional Maundy Thursday Mass of the Lord’s Supper. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Joy_writes_of_life_of_faith_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Joy_writes_of_life_of_faith_and.aspx Fri, 25 Mar 2016 10:00:00 GMT For somebody who is housebound and suffers from chronic illness, writer Joy Lenton’s life is one of remarkable freedom. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464348/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/1_000_attend_Chrism_Mass_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464348/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/1_000_attend_Chrism_Mass_at_Norwich.aspx Thu, 24 Mar 2016 01:00:00 GMT Around 1,000 people marked a “significant moment in the life of the Diocese of East Anglia” on Wednesday night (March 22) at the annual Chrism Mass at the Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich, during which priestly promises were renewed and sacred http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464329/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_resurrection_embracing_the_unexpected.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464329/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_resurrection_embracing_the_unexpected.aspx Thu, 24 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT Rev Suzanne Cooke considers how we should respond to the events of that first Easter which shattered the normal pattern of continuous change. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464192/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/CAP_debt_centre_expands_in_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464192/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/CAP_debt_centre_expands_in_Norwich_church.aspx Wed, 23 Mar 2016 12:00:00 GMT As many still feel the financial squeeze, the Norwich branch of a debt counselling charity is taking on extra staff to bring more free help to those in need. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_project_engages_young_people.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_project_engages_young_people.aspx Wed, 23 Mar 2016 09:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian youth project ENYP has been delivering youth and children’s work in the Heartsease area for nine years. They have used creative approaches to church to nurture and engage the young people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_life_for_East_Anglian_Bible_convention.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_life_for_East_Anglian_Bible_convention.aspx Tue, 22 Mar 2016 21:30:00 GMT The long-established Eastern Counties Bible Convention which was set to close after 86 years has been resurrected with a new name, Bible East, a new team and a family friendly approach. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_life_coach_helps_women_embrace_destiny.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/464080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_life_coach_helps_women_embrace_destiny.aspx Tue, 22 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk life coach, speaker and writer, Ruth Tong is passionate about helping women grow tall, dream big and embrace their destinies. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463994/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_multi_faith_march_calls_for_refugee.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463994/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_multi_faith_march_calls_for_refugee.aspx Sun, 20 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT A multi-faith Palm Sunday march across Norwich city centre this afternoon (March 20) has repeated calls on Norfolk County Council to fulfil its pledge to welcome 50 Syrian refugee families to the city as soon as possible. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463798/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Aid_week_helps_people_in_Bangladesh.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463798/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Aid_week_helps_people_in_Bangladesh.aspx Sat, 19 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT Every year individuals and churches in Norfolk, and around the UK, join together in May to raise money and pray for people who need help as part of Christian Aid week. This year's appeal is to help people living in poverty in Bangladesh. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463922/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Canons_installed_at_Norwich_Catholic_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463922/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Canons_installed_at_Norwich_Catholic_Cathedral.aspx Fri, 18 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT It was an historic day in the life of the Catholic Diocese of East Anglia when the Cathedral Chapter was established with the installation of nine Canons at a Solemn Mass at St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich last night http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/Norwich_church_buys_pub_for_community_hub.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/Norwich_church_buys_pub_for_community_hub.aspx Thu, 17 Mar 2016 01:00:00 GMT St Thomas’ Church has bought a city pub and plan to transform the dilapidated building into a vibrant community space for the benefit of the community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463755/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Let_s_celebrate_life_s_victory_over.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463755/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Let_s_celebrate_life_s_victory_over.aspx Thu, 17 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT Father Sean Connolly reflects on the positives of the Easter season. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463738/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_holiday_clubs_in_demand.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463738/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_holiday_clubs_in_demand.aspx Wed, 16 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian youth project ENYP is known for its successful holiday clubs and they have more set for the Easter holidays. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463339/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_issues_160_charity_challenge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463339/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_issues_160_charity_challenge.aspx Mon, 14 Mar 2016 19:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has launched a bid to find 160 people who are prepared to undertake a charitable challenge to raise funds in celebration of the organisation’s 160th anniversary. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461946/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Dr_Alexander_gives_Cathedral_science_lecture.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461946/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Dr_Alexander_gives_Cathedral_science_lecture.aspx Mon, 14 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT Eminent scientist Dr Denis Alexander gave an open lecture at Norwich Cathedral on Tuesday March 8 where he shared his views on human evolution using contemporary scientific research and biblical study. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463316/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_to_screen_Gospel_of_Mark.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463316/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_to_screen_Gospel_of_Mark.aspx Fri, 11 Mar 2016 12:00:00 GMT A Norwich church is hosting the UK theatrical release of the Gospel of Mark, as part of the Lumo Project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463059/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_partnership_launches_new_online_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463059/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_partnership_launches_new_online_church.aspx Thu, 10 Mar 2016 01:00:00 GMT A new venture from Norfolk-based Life Church, means that people can worship together and celebrate Easter from their own homes as part of an online community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463136/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/New_Pastor_inducted_at_Sheringham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463136/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/New_Pastor_inducted_at_Sheringham_church.aspx Thu, 10 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT 2016: Ian Savory has been inducted as senior pastor at Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham at a special service in the church on Saturday March 5. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_women_prominent_in_Norfolk_s_greatest.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_women_prominent_in_Norfolk_s_greatest.aspx Wed, 09 Mar 2016 21:20:00 GMT Women of faith were prominent in an online poll of Norfolk’s greatest women conducted by local newspaper the Norwich Evening News to mark International Women’s Day, making up almost half of the shortlist and securing the top spot. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463049/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Should_we_leave_politics_to_the_politicians.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/463049/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Should_we_leave_politics_to_the_politicians.aspx Wed, 09 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Philip Young encourages us to get involved in politics, and not simply leave leadership to the politicians. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/462921/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Growth_spurt_for_Norwich_Youth_for_Christ.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/462921/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Growth_spurt_for_Norwich_Youth_for_Christ.aspx Mon, 07 Mar 2016 20:00:00 GMT Norwich Youth for Christ gave thanks for a year of growth at their Annual Showcase on Saturday evening, highlighting creative initiatives focused on sharing the gospel relevantly with the city’s generation of young people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/462925/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_16.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/462925/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_16.aspx Mon, 07 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT You can be among the first to read the Easter 2016 edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk which has just released its latest e-edition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/462896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/_Confession_drive_at_Norfolk_Catholic_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/462896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/_Confession_drive_at_Norfolk_Catholic_churches.aspx Mon, 07 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT People across the Diocese of East Anglia took part in a worldwide ‘Confession drive’ over the weekend initiated by Pope Francis, as an integral part of his Jubilee Year of Mercy celebrations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/462825/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCAs_Norwich_fashion_show_with_a_difference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/462825/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/YMCAs_Norwich_fashion_show_with_a_difference.aspx Mon, 07 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT A charity fashion show with a difference is being staged by a group of staff from YMCA Norfolk to raise funds for its vital work with vulnerable young people and families across the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/462635/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Healed_Norwich_Christian_realises_African_vision.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/462635/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Healed_Norwich_Christian_realises_African_vision.aspx Sun, 06 Mar 2016 07:00:00 GMT Next month Norwich Christian Joy McCann will visit a Christian organisation in East Africa and realise a vision that God gave her during her 13 years of ill health with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/462779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_join_call_for_Norfolk_action_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/462779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_join_call_for_Norfolk_action_on.aspx Sat, 05 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT Church members and leaders joined a packed meeting of over 200 people at the RC Cathedral in Norwich last night calling on local councils to act on their pledges to welcome 50 Syrian refugees to Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/462750/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Explore_Norfolk_s_churches_with_a_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/462750/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Explore_Norfolk_s_churches_with_a_new.aspx Fri, 04 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT Each year the Diocese of Norwich produces a free guide of churches in Norfolk and Waveney which are open during weekdays as well as on Sundays and the latest booklet is available now http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/462211/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Jesus_is_the_Undercover_Boss.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/462211/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Jesus_is_the_Undercover_Boss.aspx Wed, 02 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT Alison Hill explains what she sees as similarities between Jesus and television’s very popular “Undercover Boss” programme. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461949/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Faith_is_back_on_the_public_agenda.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461949/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Faith_is_back_on_the_public_agenda.aspx Mon, 29 Feb 2016 18:00:00 GMT Faith is back on the public agenda in Britain and gaining a level of understanding of religion is the mission of our time, according to a high level debate on Faith and Politics in Britain at UEA in Norwich on Thursday night. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461990/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Suffolk_welcomes_the_new_Bishop_of_Dunwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461990/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Suffolk_welcomes_the_new_Bishop_of_Dunwich.aspx Mon, 29 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT Suffolk has welcomed the new Bishop of Dunwich, who will focus on Church growth into the county, during a service attended by hundreds of people at St Edmundsbury Cathedral on Saturday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461889/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Archdeacon_of_Norwich_set_to_be_made.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461889/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Archdeacon_of_Norwich_set_to_be_made.aspx Fri, 26 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT The Queen has approved the nomination of the Venerable Jan McFarlane, Archdeacon of Norwich, as the sixth Suffragan Bishop of Repton in the Diocese of Derby and the ninth female bishop in the Church of England. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461655/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/Norwich_churches_group_closes_after_20_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461655/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/Norwich_churches_group_closes_after_20_years.aspx Thu, 25 Feb 2016 10:15:00 GMT Norwich Central Churches Together is to come to an end after 20 years of ecumenical work following a final AGM held at Trinity United Reformed Church on Tuesday night. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461727/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Heritage_project_explores_YMCA_Norfolk_history.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461727/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Heritage_project_explores_YMCA_Norfolk_history.aspx Thu, 25 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk is set to launch a heritage project which will provide homeless and hard-to-reach young people with exciting and interactive opportunities to engage with local heritage and explore its own history as it marks its 160th anniversary. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Coping_with_the_tough_times_as_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Coping_with_the_tough_times_as_a.aspx Thu, 25 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight reflects on how tough life as a Christian can be. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461690/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Suffolk_bishop_is_consecrated_at_Westminster.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461690/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Suffolk_bishop_is_consecrated_at_Westminster.aspx Wed, 24 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT A former management consultant became the Bishop of Dunwich during a moving ceremony at Westminster Abbey today in front of supporters from Suffolk and across the country who had travelled to London for the occasion. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461304/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/_100k_cash_boost_for_work_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461304/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/_100k_cash_boost_for_work_of.aspx Fri, 19 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has received a cash boost of almost 100,000 from the BBC’s Children in Need to help more than 140 under-18s take part in activities to develop their confidence and improve their employability. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Once_upon_a_time_words_of_comfort.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/461152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Once_upon_a_time_words_of_comfort.aspx Wed, 17 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Bryant muses over the stories being told in the Wilderness Factor at Norwich Cathedral this Lent. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/460948/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Double_national_Christian_cup_success_for_UEA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/460948/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Double_national_Christian_cup_success_for_UEA.aspx Sat, 13 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT It was double success for the UEA Christian Union football teams in their last 16 ties of the National Christian Cup and Trophy in Norwich on Saturday http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/460734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_league_urges_new_teams_to_apply.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/460734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_league_urges_new_teams_to_apply.aspx Fri, 12 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT Grants of up to 1,500 are available for the next few weeks to help launch new local football teams and the Norfolk Christian Football League is urging churches and Christian groups to seize the opportunity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/460482/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/Norwich_church_closes_for_new_beginnings.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/460482/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/Norwich_church_closes_for_new_beginnings.aspx Wed, 10 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has announced it is to close its doors after more than 50 years in order to make way for a new church to be formed on the South Park estate in the Eaton area of the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/460473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Are_you_going_round_in_circles.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/460473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Are_you_going_round_in_circles.aspx Wed, 10 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Ruth Tong explains that there should be more to our faith than going round in circles. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/460445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Trio_of_Norfolk_teams_in_national_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/460445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Trio_of_Norfolk_teams_in_national_Christian.aspx Tue, 09 Feb 2016 12:00:00 GMT Three Norfolk Christian Football League teams are in National Christian Cup and Trophy action this Saturday (February 13), all hoping to secure a quarter-final place. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/460379/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_U10_format_in_Norfolk_Christian_league.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/460379/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_U10_format_in_Norfolk_Christian_league.aspx Mon, 08 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT A new format football competition for Under 10s teams in the Norfolk Christian Football league has been hailed a big success. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/460355/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_parishes_to_give_to_Syria_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/460355/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_parishes_to_give_to_Syria_and.aspx Mon, 08 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk parishes across the RC Diocese of East Anglia are being asked to raise money for two Christian charities in their Lenten offerings this year. The two chosen charities are Aid to the Church in Need and the Society of St Vincent de Paul. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/460015/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/S_Norfolk_charity_leads_community_activities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/460015/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/S_Norfolk_charity_leads_community_activities.aspx Thu, 04 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT Hub Community Project, supported by Hope Community Church Wymondham, is serving the local community, reaching across all ages, and all situations. Andy Latham looks at the project in more detail. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/459979/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_to_join_massive_hymn_sing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/459979/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_to_join_massive_hymn_sing.aspx Thu, 04 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT Christian mission organisation OMF is appealing to churches across Norfolk to join 10,000 others on February 21 to sing the classic mission hymn, Facing the Task Unfinished, which has been arranged for today's Church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/459966/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_prayer_warrior_Anne.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/459966/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_prayer_warrior_Anne.aspx Wed, 03 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to Anne Leguen de Lacroix, team member of Norfolk Christian organisation Call to Prayer. Jill Gower pays a personal tribute. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/459875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Are_Christians_scapegoats.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/459875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Are_Christians_scapegoats.aspx Wed, 03 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist John Myhill has been reflecting on Leviticus 16, and feels that Christians have become scapegoats for the woes of the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/459867/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_leaders_invited_to_unity_event_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/459867/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_leaders_invited_to_unity_event_in.aspx Tue, 02 Feb 2016 18:00:00 GMT Christian leaders from across Norfolk are being invited to a new unity event in Norwich with the aim of collective repentance and seeking God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/459705/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Sheringham_church_pastor_hands_over_the_baton.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/459705/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Sheringham_church_pastor_hands_over_the_baton.aspx Mon, 01 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT 2016: Lighthouse Community Church senior pastor Bryan Pickard symbolically passed a baton to his successor yesterday in a moving celebration at the church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/459379/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Bus_based_prayer_space_for_S_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/459379/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Bus_based_prayer_space_for_S_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 28 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT Network Norfolk has been speaking to Andy Jones of Raise Kids Work about Raise and the prayer space they put on at Wicklewood School in a double decker bus last week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/459099/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/Norwich_church_goes_green_and_achieves_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/459099/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/Norwich_church_goes_green_and_achieves_award.aspx Tue, 26 Jan 2016 19:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has received an eco-award to recognise their ongoing efforts to care for the environment in all areas of church life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458877/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_cathedral_launch_for_Reubens_Font.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458877/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_cathedral_launch_for_Reubens_Font.aspx Thu, 21 Jan 2016 12:00:00 GMT Blogger Reuben Coe, who writes stories about travel, fitness and his life with Down's Syndrome, recently paid a visit to Norwich Cathedral to see how his personally designed typeface - Reuben's Font - is being put to use http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458823/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_welcomes_outcome_of_Primates.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458823/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_welcomes_outcome_of_Primates.aspx Thu, 21 Jan 2016 12:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has welcomed the outcome of the Anglican Communion Primates meeting, which ended in a commitment to “walk together, maintain conversation, restore relationships and rebuild trust,” as well as a rebuke for the Episcopal Church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458740/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Understanding_Gods_justice.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458740/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Understanding_Gods_justice.aspx Thu, 21 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight has been pondering the relevance of the Incarnation when considering how God deals with the world’s sin. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458632/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Archbishop_of_Papua_New_Guinea_visits_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458632/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Archbishop_of_Papua_New_Guinea_visits_Norwich.aspx Wed, 20 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT The Archbishop of Papua New Guinea, Clyde Igara, was reunited with ten pilgrims from the Diocese of Norwich on January 16 during his visit to the UK to attend the Primates meeting organised by the Archbishop of Canterbury. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_churches_take_on_YMCA_charity_challenge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_churches_take_on_YMCA_charity_challenge.aspx Wed, 20 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT Three Norwich churches have taken up the Sleep Easy challenge issued by YMCA Norfolk and others are being urged to join them at an event to raise the issue of homelessness across the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458353/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Mountain_top_experience_ends_in_revival_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458353/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Mountain_top_experience_ends_in_revival_prayer.aspx Sun, 17 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Methodist minister Rev Nigel Fox has been on a three-year journey of faith leading from a Hebrew blessing through fire to revival. Here he concludes his trilogy of articles describing his experiences. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458215/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Ex_police_officer_tells_his_faith_story.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458215/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Ex_police_officer_tells_his_faith_story.aspx Fri, 15 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT Malcolm Reeve, a former Norfolk Police Officer whose life was ‘suddenly and radically transformed’ after his unexpected Christian conversion, was guest speaker at a dinner evening at the Best Western Brook Hotel, Bowthorpe, NR5 9JB on Friday, February 12. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_mum_appeals_to_church_groups.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_mum_appeals_to_church_groups.aspx Thu, 14 Jan 2016 15:30:00 GMT Norwich Christian mum Lizi Ingle has set up a website to inform parents about local events and is appealing to churches who run activities for 0 – 11s to get involved. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458049/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_bucks_falling_church_numbers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458049/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_bucks_falling_church_numbers.aspx Thu, 14 Jan 2016 02:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich is bucking the trend of declining Church of England attendances with figures published this week revealing that across the country in 2014 just under one million people attended Anglican services each week http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458030/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Falling_numbers_not_full_story_says_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/458030/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Falling_numbers_not_full_story_says_Norwich.aspx Wed, 13 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT New Church of England statistics for 2014 published yesterday show that just under one million people attend services each week, continuing a 12% decline over the last decade, but the Bishop of Norwich said attendance figures do not tell the whole story. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/457913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Its_Impossible_Not_for_Jesus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/457913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Its_Impossible_Not_for_Jesus.aspx Wed, 13 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Mark Fairweather-Tall ponders over the possibilities of things which we consider impossible. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/457806/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/New_direction_for_W_Norfolk_school_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/457806/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/New_direction_for_W_Norfolk_school_charity.aspx Tue, 12 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT A charity which reaches out with the Christian message to children in West Norfolk schools is appealing for supporters to help it explore a new future direction and vision. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/457156/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Helping_Norfolk_youth_with_lasting_relationships.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/457156/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Helping_Norfolk_youth_with_lasting_relationships.aspx Mon, 11 Jan 2016 14:00:00 GMT If you are passionate about marriage and feel like the young people of today may not have the chance to find out what real, long lasting relationships look like, Explore (Norfolk) are looking for volunteers and supporters. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/457736/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_touch_of_the_fire_of_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/457736/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_touch_of_the_fire_of_God.aspx Mon, 11 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Methodist minister Rev Nigel Fox has been on a three-year journey of faith leading from a Hebrew blessing through fire to revival. Here he continues the second part of a trilogy of articles describing his experience. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/457098/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_science_faith_talk_on_natural_disasters.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/457098/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_science_faith_talk_on_natural_disasters.aspx Wed, 06 Jan 2016 15:00:00 GMT A recent talk in Norwich by Christian professor Bob White on 'Are Natural Disasters Acts of God?' looked at biblical characters and how they responded to natural disasters through expressions of faith, hope and charity and at the implications for us today http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/457324/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_to_find_true_joy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/457324/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_to_find_true_joy.aspx Wed, 06 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Philip Young reflects on the true meaning of joy, and how it can be found in God’s love. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/457064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Nigels_three_year_journey_of_faith_begins.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/457064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Nigels_three_year_journey_of_faith_begins.aspx Tue, 05 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Methodist minister Rev Nigel Fox has been on a three-year journey of faith leading from a Hebrew blessing through fire to revival. Here he begins a trilogy of articles describing his experience. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456803/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Carrie_is_chaplain_to_those_on_streets.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456803/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Carrie_is_chaplain_to_those_on_streets.aspx Thu, 31 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT Norwich’s self-appointed chaplain to the streets, Carrie Sant, is an expert social networker – with the homeless, refugees, asylum seekers and addicts. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_pastors_journey_of_faith_brings_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_pastors_journey_of_faith_brings_hope.aspx Wed, 30 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT A journey of faith has helped Norwich man Steve Mott through childhood rejection and personal tragedy and he is now able to offer help to others facing life’s challenges. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456806/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_grandmother_Celia_s_show_of_courage.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456806/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_grandmother_Celia_s_show_of_courage.aspx Tue, 29 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT Many of us will be lighting candles this Christmas, but Celia Harmer’s home is usually aglow throughout the year. She regularly lights candles as a reminder that Jesus is the light of the world, as she lives with inoperable breast cancer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456804/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_is_part_of_care_village.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456804/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_is_part_of_care_village.aspx Mon, 28 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT As a 19m ‘care village’ on the edge of Norwich prepares to open its doors next spring, members of nearby Bowthorpe Church, are helping to develop a Dementia Friendly Community in the area http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456868/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Enjoy_Jesus_this_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456868/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Enjoy_Jesus_this_Christmas.aspx Sun, 27 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight argues that Christmas is not really a season at all, but a way of living and enjoying the risen Christ. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456802/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Les_helps_Norwich_church_hit_tower_target.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456802/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Les_helps_Norwich_church_hit_tower_target.aspx Sun, 27 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT Les Moore, a retired hospital chef with many creative gifts, is also well-known in Norfolk churches for his illustrated talks, using impressive handmade visual aids. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456821/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Bishop_reveals_Norwich_and_Bethlehem_link.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456821/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Bishop_reveals_Norwich_and_Bethlehem_link.aspx Thu, 24 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham James, describes a new connection between Norwich and Bethlehem and how Jesus was held up in UK border control, in his Christmas message written for the EDP. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456229/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/When_winter_meets_its_death_in_Narnia.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456229/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/When_winter_meets_its_death_in_Narnia.aspx Wed, 23 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT Norwich pastor Dominic De Souza reflects of the true meaning of Christmas in the context of CS Lewis’s much-loved Chronicles of Narnia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456655/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Asylum_seekers_helped_by_Norwich_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456655/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Asylum_seekers_helped_by_Norwich_churches.aspx Tue, 22 Dec 2015 12:05:00 GMT Individuals from seven different Norwich churches and a team from St Thomas's church worked together yesterday (December 21) to help City Saints in Action pack and deliver over 90 Christmas food hampers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456308/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_charity_breaks_its_own_record.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456308/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_charity_breaks_its_own_record.aspx Fri, 18 Dec 2015 07:00:00 GMT Love Norwich has today broken all its previous records for distributing luxury Christmas food hampers to local families. The community group, established by Norwich church ‘Proclaimers’, has been distributing the hampers to vulnerable families for the pas http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456100/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_leader_wants_to_work_with_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456100/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_leader_wants_to_work_with_churches.aspx Thu, 17 Dec 2015 12:00:00 GMT 2015: Norwich City Council leader Cllr Alan Waters has expressed a desire to see Norwich transformed - with the help of local faith groups - at a meeting with church leaders. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456168/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_sheriff_and_mayor_to_sleep_under.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456168/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_sheriff_and_mayor_to_sleep_under.aspx Wed, 16 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT The Lord Mayor and Sheriff of Norwich have both signed up to sleep under the stars for a night to help raise funds to support the work of YMCA Norfolk with homeless young people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455960/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Celebration_as_Norwich_church_relaunches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455960/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Celebration_as_Norwich_church_relaunches.aspx Tue, 15 Dec 2015 12:00:00 GMT St Alban’s church on Grove Walk in Norwich was packed with people from the local community and from St Thomas church who had come to enjoy the relaunch of the church at a special carol service on December 13. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456093/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Getting_into_the_Christmas_spirit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/456093/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Getting_into_the_Christmas_spirit.aspx Tue, 15 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT Rev Andrew Bryant explains why he sometimes feels the need to throw off the Christmas spirit. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455957/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Holy_Door_opening_in_Norwich_starts_Year.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455957/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Holy_Door_opening_in_Norwich_starts_Year.aspx Mon, 14 Dec 2015 12:00:00 GMT The Year of Mercy began in the Diocese of East Anglia on Sunday December 13 with Bishop Alan Hopes opening the Holy Door at St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich and inviting the 400-strong congregation to walk through it with him. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455774/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/UK_s_most_dangerous_is_turned_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455774/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/UK_s_most_dangerous_is_turned_to.aspx Sat, 12 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT Once known as one of the most dangerous prisoners in the UK, Shane Taylor went on a 17-year rampage of violence, theft and drugs until a dramatic encounter turned him to tears and showed him God was real. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455681/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Do_you_know_who_you_are.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455681/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Do_you_know_who_you_are.aspx Sat, 12 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT Alison Hill explains that we sometimes need to make sacrifices to maintain our integrity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Gambling_cost_Justyn_his_family_job_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Gambling_cost_Justyn_his_family_job_and.aspx Fri, 11 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT Sandhurst star student and financial high-flier, Justyn Rees Larcombe, lost his wife, his family, 750,000 and his Sword of Honour to a crippling online gambling addiction, a Norwich audience has heard. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455660/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Artistic_Norfolk_couple_have_spiritual_energy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455660/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Artistic_Norfolk_couple_have_spiritual_energy.aspx Wed, 09 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT In the latest interview in his series on Christian stewardship, John Myhill talks to Norfolk painter Clarissa Upchurch and partner and poet George Szirtes. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455550/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Is_anything_too_difficult_for_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455550/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Is_anything_too_difficult_for_God.aspx Wed, 09 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT South Norfolk church pastor Rev Mark Taylor believes, from personal experience, that standing on the promises of God and falling to our knees in prayer, could provide an answer to the evil threat of ISIS. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455632/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ruth_is_sports_minister_at_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455632/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ruth_is_sports_minister_at_Norwich_church.aspx Tue, 08 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has appointed former basketball player, Ruth Graveling, as its new sports minister to help people develop their love of sport, alongside a faith in God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Huge_Norwich_impact_of_faith_social_action.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Huge_Norwich_impact_of_faith_social_action.aspx Thu, 03 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT 2015: The social action work of churches and faith groups across Norwich is having a hugely positive local impact according to the results of a survey published yesterday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455181/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_march_at_climate_rally.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455181/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_march_at_climate_rally.aspx Wed, 02 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT Two coach loads of campaigners from Norwich - with representatives from Speak, Christian Aid and local churches joined an estimated 50,000 in London on November 29 to show politicians that they care about climate change ahead of the Paris COP21 talks. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_real_message_of_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_real_message_of_Christmas.aspx Wed, 02 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT Rev Suzanne Cooke has been reflecting on the true message of Christmas as she enjoys the John Lewis ads on TV. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455000/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_view_on_Pope_s_historic_visit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/455000/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_view_on_Pope_s_historic_visit.aspx Mon, 30 Nov 2015 12:00:00 GMT This week Pope Francis has visited Africa, the fastest-growing part of the Catholic world, for the first time, taking a message of hope to the terrorist and war-torn countries of Kenya, Uganda and the Central African Republic. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/454892/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Christmas_trees_return_to_Fakenham_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/454892/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Christmas_trees_return_to_Fakenham_Church.aspx Mon, 30 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT Fakenham’s renowned Christmas Tree Festival returns again this week, and expects to draw crowds from across the country. This year 70 charities will be taking part and there will be 75 trees. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452814/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christians_in_Norfolk_respond_to_refugee_crisis.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452814/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christians_in_Norfolk_respond_to_refugee_crisis.aspx Wed, 25 Nov 2015 21:00:00 GMT Nearly 200 people attended an event to find out what can be done in Norfolk to help refugees and asylum seekers, hosted at St Luke's Church, Aylsham on November 20. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/454466/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Christianity_A_trick_of_the_mind.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/454466/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Christianity_A_trick_of_the_mind.aspx Wed, 25 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight considers the maturity needed to discern the reality of Christian faith from worldly replacements. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/454373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Double_award_for_Norwich_church_website.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/454373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Double_award_for_Norwich_church_website.aspx Mon, 23 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT St Thomas Church in Norwich has collected two awards this month for their website, which gained recognition in Network Norfolk's own digital media awards as well as the national Premier awards which were presented in London. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/454149/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_launches_Home_for_Christmas_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/454149/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_launches_Home_for_Christmas_appeal.aspx Sun, 22 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has launched a Home for Christmas campaign which aims to help ensure that no young person in Norfolk has to sleep on the street, in cars or on friends’ floors this Christmas and is asking local churches to support the appeal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/454154/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/First_Norwich_parish_nurse_given_accreditation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/454154/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/First_Norwich_parish_nurse_given_accreditation.aspx Fri, 20 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT The first-ever Parish Nursing Service in Norwich has been fully accredited by Parish Nurse Ministries UK, the umbrella organisation that provides support and advice to all parish nurses. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Project_completion_marked_at_Abbey.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Project_completion_marked_at_Abbey.aspx Wed, 18 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Thetford conducted a special thanksgiving service at Wymondham Abbey on November 15 to mark the completion of The Abbey Experience, the biggest change to the church since Henry VIII’s Dissolution of the Monasteries. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Pray_for_the_peace_of_the_world.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Pray_for_the_peace_of_the_world.aspx Wed, 18 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT Like everyone else, Philip Young has been shocked by the horrific acts of violence in Paris. He shares his thoughts with us here. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453749/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_15.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453749/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_15.aspx Tue, 17 Nov 2015 12:00:00 GMT World-famous Irish singer Daniel O'Donnell, former Norwich city striker Leon McKenzie, a Norwich sports minister and a chaplain to the streets all feature in the Christmas edition of Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, out this weekend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453849/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Foodbank_use_in_east_high_as_families.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453849/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Foodbank_use_in_east_high_as_families.aspx Tue, 17 Nov 2015 01:00:00 GMT In the last six months, Trussell Trust foodbanks in the East (including Norfolk) gave 46,367 three day emergency food supplies to people in crisis compared to 47,439 in the same period last year with 17,334 of the three day supplies going to children. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453766/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Norfolk_vicars_painting_palette_is_canvas_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453766/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Norfolk_vicars_painting_palette_is_canvas_of.aspx Tue, 17 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT When the canvas of life is difficult, Rev Paul Burr takes up his palette to release a new surge of joy and beauty to feed the soul. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Christians_and_Justice.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Christians_and_Justice.aspx Tue, 17 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT This week is Prisons Week, and regular columnist John Myhill shares his thoughts on the Christian approach to justice issues. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453657/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Norfolk_Christian_Awards_make_county_headlines.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453657/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Norfolk_Christian_Awards_make_county_headlines.aspx Mon, 16 Nov 2015 16:00:00 GMT 2015: The Norfolk Christian Digital Communications Awards have been making headlines across the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_join_in_prayers_for_Paris.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_join_in_prayers_for_Paris.aspx Mon, 16 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT Churches and Christians across Norfolk have said prayers for Paris and the victims of the terrorist attacks which took place on Friday night in restaurants, a concert hall and at the Stade de France national stadium. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453622/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Weekly_ladies_bible_study_group_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453622/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Weekly_ladies_bible_study_group_in_Norwich.aspx Sat, 14 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT The Zoe Group, based at Witard Road Baptist Church is a ladies bible study group that meets weekly to encourage and revitalise women and help them deepen their relationship with God http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hillsong_team_to_lead_youth_evening_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hillsong_team_to_lead_youth_evening_in.aspx Fri, 13 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT An open invitation has been extended to teenagers and young adults to attend The Merge evening at Soul Church in Norwich on November 20, featuring Hillsong London Youth Worship team and Youth Pastor Phil Kyei. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453548/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_launches_Christmas_film.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453548/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_launches_Christmas_film.aspx Fri, 13 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Revd Graham James, launched a new short film entitled 'The Story of Christmas.' at Wednesday's Norfolk Christian Digital Communications Awards. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453367/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Norfolk_Christian_Digital_award_winners_named.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453367/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Norfolk_Christian_Digital_award_winners_named.aspx Thu, 12 Nov 2015 09:00:00 GMT 2015: The winners of the first-ever Norfolk Christian Digital Communications Awards were named last night (November 11) by the Bishop of Norwich at a ceremony held at Norwich Central Baptist Church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Norfolk_Christian_Digital_Media_Awards_roll_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_Communications_Awards/Norfolk_Christian_Digital_Media_Awards_roll_of.aspx Thu, 12 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT 2015: The full roll of honour from the Norfolk Christian Digital Media Awards. Includes winners, highly commended, finalists and judges' comments. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_doesn_t_play_the_Blame_Game.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_doesn_t_play_the_Blame_Game.aspx Wed, 11 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Mark Fairweather-Tall wonders why we like to blame each other when things go wrong. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453011/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_cycling_duo_raise_1_500_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/453011/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_cycling_duo_raise_1_500_for.aspx Sat, 07 Nov 2015 03:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk cyclists Kevin Dynes and Joe Bickerdike battled hills, saddle sores and blisters to complete YMCA’s Tour de Y challenge last week and raise 1,500 for YMCA Norfolk and YMCA England. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452905/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christmas_cards_aid_education_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452905/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christmas_cards_aid_education_project.aspx Fri, 06 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT Locally painted Christmas cards are on sale this year to raise funds for the John Aves Educational Project, and the charity will be taking part in a Christmas display at a Norwich church later in November. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452586/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Groom_is_a_Writer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452586/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Groom_is_a_Writer.aspx Wed, 04 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Philip Young reflects on the events that have shaped his life over the last four years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452584/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_symposium_on_historic_faith_declaration.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452584/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_symposium_on_historic_faith_declaration.aspx Wed, 04 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT An audience of over 100 Christians, Jews and Muslims attended an historic inter-religion symposium at St John’s Cathedral Narthex centre in Norwich on Sunday November 1. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452541/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_childrens_worker_a_complete_one_off.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452541/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_childrens_worker_a_complete_one_off.aspx Mon, 02 Nov 2015 21:00:00 GMT Gunge tanks, drama, puppets and wigs! Andy Jones continues to hit the gospel trail with fun and creativity to impact the lives of thousands of youngsters across the region through his new ministry Raise. Sandie Shirley reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452551/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_vicar_reunites_century_old_Qur.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452551/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_vicar_reunites_century_old_Qur.aspx Sun, 01 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT Pat Gordon, daughter of Colonel Gordon, who donated a 100-year-old Qur’an found by her father to the Muslim community will be remembered in an event this month. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452487/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Christian_pioneer_Alan_Fisher.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452487/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Christian_pioneer_Alan_Fisher.aspx Sat, 31 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to pioneer of many Ipswich charities and cross-church Christian projects, and Network Norfolk columnist, Alan Fisher who died on October 26. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452318/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/South_African_pastor_set_to_lead_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452318/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/South_African_pastor_set_to_lead_Norwich.aspx Thu, 29 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich church is set to welcome a South African minister, and former dentist, as its new lead elder in early November. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452271/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Hope_Music_of_the_Soul.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452271/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Hope_Music_of_the_Soul.aspx Wed, 28 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Tong considers the importance of hope, and encourages us to pursue our dreams. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452211/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Steve_shares_uplifting_story_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452211/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Steve_shares_uplifting_story_at_Norwich_dinner.aspx Tue, 27 Oct 2015 02:00:00 GMT Steve Mott’s early life was crippled by family rejection, but his eventual story of recovery and subsequent service in the wider community was shared at a Dinner Evening at the Best Western Brook Hotel, Bowthorpe, Norwich, NR5 9JB on November 13. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/John_celebrates_50_year_faith_with_free.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/John_celebrates_50_year_faith_with_free.aspx Tue, 27 Oct 2015 01:00:00 GMT Norfolk evangelist, author and businessman John Wright, now in his 50th year of Christian ministry, has never tired of gathering and publishing stories of what he calls ‘the adventure of living in power of the Holy Spirit.’ http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452188/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Val_receives_MBE_honour_in_Norfolk_ceremony.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452188/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Val_receives_MBE_honour_in_Norfolk_ceremony.aspx Mon, 26 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian social action pioneer Valerie Dodsworth today (October 26) received her MBE from Richard Jewson, Lord Lieutenant of Norfolk, on behalf of the Queen, at a private investiture ceremony at Keswick near Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_calls_for_spirit_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_calls_for_spirit_of.aspx Mon, 26 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT The first meeting of the newly elected Norwich Diocesan Synod met at Norwich Cathedral on October 17 and heard the Bishop of Norwich talk about how much the church had changed over the past 50 years and looking ahead to some adventurous initiatives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Change_of_pastor_at_Sheringham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Change_of_pastor_at_Sheringham_church.aspx Mon, 26 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT 2015: The Leadership of Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham have announced that senior pastor Rev Bryan Pickard will retire in February 2016, and with a new senior pastor taking the helm from the beginning of January. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452077/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_a_night_of_inspiration.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/452077/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_a_night_of_inspiration.aspx Thu, 22 Oct 2015 23:00:00 GMT It was a night of celebration and inspiration followed by a word of warning at YMCA Norfolk’s annual celebration and awards event at Open in Norwich city centre last night. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/451686/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norwich_Christian_youth_team_appeals_for_players.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/451686/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norwich_Christian_youth_team_appeals_for_players.aspx Wed, 21 Oct 2015 11:00:00 GMT A youth team in the Norfolk Christian Football League has put out a plea for new players so that it can continue to fulfil its fixtures this season. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Are_We_Alone_In_The_Universe.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Are_We_Alone_In_The_Universe.aspx Tue, 20 Oct 2015 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight ponders the possibilities of alien life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/451535/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Saying_prayers_is_hot_topic_for_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/451535/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Saying_prayers_is_hot_topic_for_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 20 Oct 2015 13:00:00 GMT The issue of saying prayers before local council meetings has become a hot topic in Norfolk over the past couple of months, with one town council rejecting the idea and another backing it. Andy Latham reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/451441/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_bishops_call_to_increase_Syrian_refugees.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/451441/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_bishops_call_to_increase_Syrian_refugees.aspx Sun, 18 Oct 2015 23:00:00 GMT Three Norfolk bishops have joined 81 others in calling on Prime Minister David Cameron to increase the number of Syrian refugees being resettled to the UK "to a minimum of 50,000" over the next five years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/451440/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_mum_is_national_business_awards_finalist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/451440/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_mum_is_national_business_awards_finalist.aspx Sun, 18 Oct 2015 23:00:00 GMT Local mum, and entrepreneur, Tanya Heasley, has earned herself a place in the final line-up of The Mumpreneur Awards, an annual ceremony aimed at celebrating parents throughout the UK who manage the difficult task of juggling business with family life http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/451378/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwichs_Derek_gets_best_birthday_present_ever.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/451378/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwichs_Derek_gets_best_birthday_present_ever.aspx Fri, 16 Oct 2015 23:00:00 GMT On the critical list after waiting more than three years for a heart transplant, Norwich resident Derek White prayed for, and received, the best birthday gift ever. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Day_of_Christian_sport_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Day_of_Christian_sport_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 14 Oct 2015 11:00:00 GMT There will “Christians in Sport” events in Norwich both during the day and in the evening on Friday October 23, and the organisers are keen to attract as many people as possible. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/451077/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Remembering_Edith_Cavell.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/451077/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Remembering_Edith_Cavell.aspx Tue, 13 Oct 2015 23:00:00 GMT Rev Andrew Bryant shares his reflections as he attended the thanksgiving service for nurse Edith Cavell. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/450874/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Heroic_Norfolk_nurse_Cavell_honoured_100_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/450874/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Heroic_Norfolk_nurse_Cavell_honoured_100_years.aspx Mon, 12 Oct 2015 18:00:00 GMT Exactly 100 years since the execution of heroic Norfolk nurse Edith Cavell by a German firing squad, commemorations are continuing in Norwich today. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445296/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hartson_speaks_from_the_heart_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445296/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hartson_speaks_from_the_heart_at_Norwich.aspx Sun, 11 Oct 2015 23:00:00 GMT Welsh striker John Hartson and celebrity impressionist Mike Maguire entertained a crowd at King's Church in Norwich on October 2 and raised over 3,000 for a local and overseas projects. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/450853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Storm_prayer_transformed_life_of_Norwich_pastor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/450853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Storm_prayer_transformed_life_of_Norwich_pastor.aspx Sat, 10 Oct 2015 23:00:00 GMT A desperate prayer in a torrential thunderstorm was a life-transforming moment for the son of a Hong Kong taxi driver who is now leader of a Chinese church in Norwich. Mike Wiltshire reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/450621/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolk_charity_helps_Kenyan_girls_stay_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/450621/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolk_charity_helps_Kenyan_girls_stay_in.aspx Wed, 07 Oct 2015 23:00:00 GMT A charity, founded by Norfolk Christians, is helping girls in Kenya complete their education by providing sanitary towels so they can attend school throughout the month. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/450581/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_demands_major_job_centre_changes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/450581/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_demands_major_job_centre_changes.aspx Wed, 07 Oct 2015 23:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk is calling for an overhaul of job centres after new research uncovered evidence of a ‘dehumanising and demoralising’ service for young people that is damaging their confidence and, in some cases, even setting back long-term job prospects. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/450561/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Sponsorship_secured_for_Norwich_Christian_club.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/450561/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Sponsorship_secured_for_Norwich_Christian_club.aspx Wed, 07 Oct 2015 23:00:00 GMT Leading UK are delighted to announce they have become the main sponsor of Norwich based football team NCBC, who play in the Norfolk Christian league. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/450285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_residents_Christmas_shoe_box_challenge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/450285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_residents_Christmas_shoe_box_challenge.aspx Sun, 04 Oct 2015 23:00:00 GMT Samaritan’s Purse is calling on people across Norfolk to be ‘One in a Million’ and pack a gift-filled shoebox this Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/450276/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_candlelit_walk_ignites_flames_of_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/450276/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_candlelit_walk_ignites_flames_of_faith.aspx Sun, 04 Oct 2015 23:00:00 GMT Around 700 Roman Catholics walked in a silent procession of witness through the streets of Norwich on Friday evening to mark the next stage of commitment to the New Evangelisation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Syrian_refugees_in_Norfolk_plea_set_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Syrian_refugees_in_Norfolk_plea_set_for.aspx Wed, 30 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT Multi-faith group Sanctuary Norfolk is to share a Harvest Festival with the Norwich Liberal Jewish Community on October 3, in a further attempt to secure a public commitment from Norfolk County Council to offer a place of refuge to 50 Syrian refugees. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449990/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_procession_set_to_ignite_flames_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449990/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_procession_set_to_ignite_flames_of.aspx Wed, 30 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT More than 1,000 Roman Catholics from across East Anglia are expected to march silently through Norwich city centre tomorrow night to mark the start of the church’s second year of the New Evangelisation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449738/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/_Oh_My_Oh_My_A_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449738/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/_Oh_My_Oh_My_A_Christian.aspx Tue, 29 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist John Myhill responds to what he sees as some of the good, and not so good, things happening in the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449610/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Elizabeths_call_of_God_to_follow_family.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449610/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Elizabeths_call_of_God_to_follow_family.aspx Fri, 25 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT Following in her grandparents' footsteps, Elizabeth Elkins left Norwich this week for the London School of Theology. Here she explains how she responded to God's call on her life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449522/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_calls_for_Norfolk_action_on_refugee.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449522/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_calls_for_Norfolk_action_on_refugee.aspx Thu, 24 Sep 2015 11:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has announced plans for co-ordinating a local response from churches and faith groups across Norfolk and Waveney to the refugee crisis in Europe. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449379/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Leadership_as_portrayed_in_popular_culture.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449379/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Leadership_as_portrayed_in_popular_culture.aspx Wed, 23 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Suzanne Cooke reflects on what we can learn about leadership from recent films she has seen. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449246/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/90yr_old_Norfolk_Christian_shaves_head_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449246/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/90yr_old_Norfolk_Christian_shaves_head_for.aspx Tue, 22 Sep 2015 18:00:00 GMT Rugby fan Marion Courtney, 90, of Harleston, is having her head shaved to raise money for Christian Aid’s Refugees Crisis Appeal. The fundraiser will take place at a local pub ahead of the England v Wales rugby match. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449130/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Ex_pop_promoter_shares_his_faith_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449130/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Ex_pop_promoter_shares_his_faith_at.aspx Mon, 21 Sep 2015 14:00:00 GMT Keith Mallett, children’s author and onetime promoter of big names in the world of pop music, will be guest speaker at an inspirational dinner evening at the Best Western Brook Hotel, Bowthorpe, NR5 9JB on Friday, October 16 http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449095/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_initiative_Loves_the_Street.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/449095/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_initiative_Loves_the_Street.aspx Sun, 20 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT St Stephen’s Church, Norwich are hosting a team from a small church in Exeter called ‘Love the Street’ who are coming to Norwich from September 26 to October 4 http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448930/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_is_alive_and_well_one.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448930/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_is_alive_and_well_one.aspx Sat, 19 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT City church is Alive and well in Norwich! ...It has its first birthday soon, so Sally Erskine went to catch up with pastor Phil Thorne and his wife Jo, to see how things are going. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448926/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_mans_one_million_churches_vision.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448926/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_mans_one_million_churches_vision.aspx Fri, 18 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich photographer has launched an ambitious project to post pictures of one million churches online - and he needs your help. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448931/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Prayer_births_new_expression_of_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448931/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Prayer_births_new_expression_of_Norfolk_church.aspx Thu, 17 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT The faithful prayers of two women helped birth a fresh expression of church in Mulbarton over three years ago. Jill Wright and Mary Ratcliff prayed for another church at the opposite end of the village to the parish church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_initiative_to_tackle_poverty_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_initiative_to_tackle_poverty_in_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 16 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT A new joint venture has been launched by the Diocese of Norwich and the Church Urban Fund to support local churches, people and community groups who want to tackle poverty, deprivation and disadvantage. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448703/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Harvest_is_a_time_to_give_thanks.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448703/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Harvest_is_a_time_to_give_thanks.aspx Tue, 15 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT Andrew Bryant explains why we should be especially thankful at this time of year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448663/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_ball_leaves_guests_shaken_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448663/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_ball_leaves_guests_shaken_and.aspx Mon, 14 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT Guests at a YMCA Norfolk charity ball at Sprowston Manor Hotel near Norwich on September 11 were both shaken and stirred, raising over 8,000 for the Christian charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448564/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_people_stand_in_solidarity_at_Syria.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448564/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_people_stand_in_solidarity_at_Syria.aspx Mon, 14 Sep 2015 19:00:00 GMT Over 70 people from across Norfolk attended a Prayer Vigil at Norwich Cathedral yesterday evening to stand in solidarity and pray for an end to the Syrian conflict and for refugees in Europe. They also generously gave 630 to make a difference. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448104/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_league_kicks_off_new_season.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448104/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_league_kicks_off_new_season.aspx Wed, 09 Sep 2015 12:00:00 GMT The new season for the Norfolk Christian Football League kicks off on Saturday September 12 with two adult divisions and four youth divisions, comprising a total of almost 40 teams. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448095/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_pay_tribute_to_faithful_Queen.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/448095/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_pay_tribute_to_faithful_Queen.aspx Wed, 09 Sep 2015 11:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian community has been adding its tributes to the historic achievement of the Queen on becoming the longest-serving monarch in British history. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447921/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_15.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447921/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_15.aspx Tue, 08 Sep 2015 08:50:00 GMT Be among the first to read the Harvest 2015 edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk which has just released its latest e-edition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447920/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/We_must_show_Christian_compassion_to_refugees.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447920/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/We_must_show_Christian_compassion_to_refugees.aspx Mon, 07 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Mark Fairweather-Tall presents a Christian response to the current refugee crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447821/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/tlcNorwich_welcomes_new_pastors_as_it_joins.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447821/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/tlcNorwich_welcomes_new_pastors_as_it_joins.aspx Sat, 05 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT Independent church tlcNorwich officially joined the Elim network of churches on September 4 and inducted its new senior pastors, Rev Dominic De Souza, who began preaching at the age of 11 and was a church leader by the age of 13, and his wife Catherine. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447755/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Peace_protest_outside_Norwich_weapons_firm.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447755/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Peace_protest_outside_Norwich_weapons_firm.aspx Fri, 04 Sep 2015 11:00:00 GMT With the war zone refugee crisis making headlines right across Europe, peace campaigners staged a protest outside Norwich weapons manufacturer, MSI Defence Systems Ltd, in Salhouse Road this morning. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_leaders_back_Norfolk_Syria_refugees_plea.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_leaders_back_Norfolk_Syria_refugees_plea.aspx Thu, 03 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT Church leaders across Norfolk have reiterated their backing for a campaign to get Norfolk County Council to accept 50 Syrian refugees in the light of the deepening crisis across Europe. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447605/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_to_be_fully_satisfied.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447605/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_to_be_fully_satisfied.aspx Wed, 02 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Philip Young explains the only way that we can be fully satisfied. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447593/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prison_Reform_Trust_director_speaking_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447593/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prison_Reform_Trust_director_speaking_at_Norwich.aspx Tue, 01 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT The Ecumenical Criminal Justice Forum are pleased to welcome Juliet Lyon CBE, Director of the Prison Reform Trust to Norwich on Wednesday September 30 http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447587/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_sponsored_bike_and_walk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447587/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_sponsored_bike_and_walk.aspx Tue, 01 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Churches Trust bike ride returns once again and you can bike, walk or drive to raise money to help preserve some beautiful Norfolk churches. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447313/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_student_on_mission_to_Kenya.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447313/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_student_on_mission_to_Kenya.aspx Fri, 28 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT UEA student Rebecca Long travelled to Kenya this summer as part of a Christian mission team who worked several schools, a prison and a slum. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447303/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Food_and_fun_on_the_menu_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447303/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Food_and_fun_on_the_menu_at.aspx Thu, 27 Aug 2015 14:00:00 GMT For the second year, holiday clubs supported by Norwich Foodbank have been running in several locations around the city – with both food and fun on the menu. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447298/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Network_Norfolk_columnist_on_UCB_Radio.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447298/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Network_Norfolk_columnist_on_UCB_Radio.aspx Tue, 25 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight recently wrote about Dietrich Bonhoeffer and was invited to UCB Radio to discuss his article entitled Love and Grace at the centre http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446830/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Lesson_in_love_from_a_black_Labrador.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446830/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Lesson_in_love_from_a_black_Labrador.aspx Tue, 25 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Tong has fond memories of her Labrador, and shares her reflections here, wondering what we can learn about God’s love from Max. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447219/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Heritage_Lottery_Fund_for_South_Norfolk_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447219/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Heritage_Lottery_Fund_for_South_Norfolk_Church.aspx Mon, 24 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT The Gissing PCC and Friends of Gissing Church partnership have received a first round pass and a development grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund – Places of Worship Scheme – so they can progress their plans for urgent structural and conservation repai http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_curate_to_cycle_from_London_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/447033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_curate_to_cycle_from_London_to.aspx Fri, 21 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT Norwich church curate Edward Land has set himself the challenge of cycling from London to Paris this autumn to raise money for YMCA Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446534/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Funerals_after_Norwich_double_teenage_tragedy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446534/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Funerals_after_Norwich_double_teenage_tragedy.aspx Fri, 21 Aug 2015 01:00:00 GMT Details have been announced of the funerals of two Congolese teenagers who drowned in a broad at Whitlingham near Norwich on August 12. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/444805/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_farmer_and_evangelist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/444805/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_farmer_and_evangelist.aspx Thu, 20 Aug 2015 01:00:00 GMT Hundreds of people attended a memorial service for well-known Norfolk evangelist and farmer, Tony Gardiner, at Soul Church in Norwich yesterday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446509/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Equations_at_the_equator_Steves_Ugandan_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446509/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Equations_at_the_equator_Steves_Ugandan_mission.aspx Sat, 15 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT Steve Gaskin, from Norwich Central Baptist Church has been teaching maths this summer in one of the poorest areas of Uganda. During his trip he distributed water purification devices and was able to help a girl who had been abandoned by her family. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446320/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Trio_take_on_cycle_challenge_for_YMCA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446320/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Trio_take_on_cycle_challenge_for_YMCA.aspx Thu, 13 Aug 2015 10:00:00 GMT Three YMCA Norfolk colleagues are set to take on the challenge of a 360-mile Tour de Y bike ride from the Lake District to central London in late September to raise vital cash for the youth charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446309/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_based_charity_expands_service_to_Suffolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446309/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_based_charity_expands_service_to_Suffolk.aspx Wed, 12 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project, Norfolk’s drug and alcohol charity, has recently expanded its Outside The Wire service into Suffolk thanks to additional funding from the Royal British Legion. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446278/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bake_Off_star_cooks_for_newday_crowd.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446278/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bake_Off_star_cooks_for_newday_crowd.aspx Tue, 11 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT Martha Collison, quarter-finalist in last years Great British Bake Off cooked for newday delegates at the Royal Norfolk Showground near Norwich last week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Theres_a_sound_of_victory_in_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Theres_a_sound_of_victory_in_the.aspx Tue, 11 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Alison Hill reminds us that the victories in our lives come about when we rely on God to fight our battles. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446046/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_league_looking_for_new_sponsors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/446046/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_league_looking_for_new_sponsors.aspx Sun, 09 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT A range of exciting opportunities to sponsor the Norfolk Christian Football League have been made available for the new season, kicking off in September 2015. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445957/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/newday_celebrate_two_more_years_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445957/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/newday_celebrate_two_more_years_in_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 06 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT The large blue big top and the hundreds of tents and caravans on the Royal Norfolk Showground this week are hosting over 6,000 teenagers and 1,000 servers at the annual newday Christian festival. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Corbyn_tells_Norwich_rally_not_to_pass.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Corbyn_tells_Norwich_rally_not_to_pass.aspx Thu, 06 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT Labour Party leadership front-runner Jeremy Corbyn MP addressed an overflowing Open venue in Norwich last night calling on the country to not pass the needy and vulnerable in society by on the other side. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Rend_Collective_rock_newday_crowd_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445896/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Rend_Collective_rock_newday_crowd_in_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 05 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT Rend Collective led worship and then did a late night gig in front of thousands at this year's newday event at the Royal Norfolk Showground near Norwich last night. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445881/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_wandering_Aramean_was_my_father.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445881/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_wandering_Aramean_was_my_father.aspx Wed, 05 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT Amidst daily reports of thousands of migrants attempting to reach Britain from Calais, regular columnist Andrew Bryant realises that migration has its roots in biblical times. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445690/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Housing_Benefit_cuts_will_impact_Norfolk_youth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445690/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Housing_Benefit_cuts_will_impact_Norfolk_youth.aspx Tue, 04 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT Concern about the impact that Housing Benefit cuts may have on young people in Norfolk has been expressed following the release of national research by YMCA England yesterday (August 4), and that they could lead to 130 more becoming homeless. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445653/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_dentists_memoirs_extract_much_humour.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445653/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_dentists_memoirs_extract_much_humour.aspx Mon, 03 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT Retired Norfolk dentist and now church leader, Barrie Lawrence, takes a humorous look at his 40 years leaning over the dentist’s chair treating patients from heaven and the other place. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445605/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Norfolk_Christian_news_stories_from_2008.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445605/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Norfolk_Christian_news_stories_from_2008.aspx Mon, 03 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT In the third part of our tenth anniversary series we look back at the major news stories we covered in 2008, which included a crisis at a Norwich Christian bookshop, growing churches, the Open Academy and a city centre fire hitting a church and NYFC. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/372681/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_service_remembers_lives_lost_to_addiction.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/372681/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_service_remembers_lives_lost_to_addiction.aspx Sun, 02 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMT Lives lost through drugs or alcohol addiction will be remembered at a service at Norwich Cathedral on September 17, supported by the Matthew Project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/444928/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Open_Churches_Week_returns_across_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/444928/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Open_Churches_Week_returns_across_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 31 Jul 2015 10:10:00 GMT There will be opportunities to explore Norfolk’s wonderful church heritage, with lots of fun-filled and exciting activities, as Open Churches Week returns at the beginning of August http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445345/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Charity_warns_of_Norwich_child_abuse_increase.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445345/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Charity_warns_of_Norwich_child_abuse_increase.aspx Thu, 30 Jul 2015 11:00:00 GMT A Norwich Christian charity has warned that it has seen a large increase in referrals of child abuse cases, as three people were convicted of multiple offences against young children in Norwich Crown Court earlier this week, after a three-month trial. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Church_fighting_back_after_arson_attack_sentence.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Church_fighting_back_after_arson_attack_sentence.aspx Thu, 30 Jul 2015 10:00:00 GMT A church warden has spoken of how a Norwich church has been overwhelmed with community support and its hall, devastated by fire, is set to reopen in September, as a 16-year old from west Norwich was sentenced for the arson attack. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445319/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_nominated_for_historic_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445319/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_nominated_for_historic_award.aspx Thu, 30 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT Two Norfolk Churches have been shortlisted in the prestigious Historic England Angel Awards in the ‘Best Rescue of a Historic Place of Worship’ category. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_free_gift_that_inspires.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_free_gift_that_inspires.aspx Tue, 28 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT Rev Suzanne Cooke has been inspired by great works of art, and draws a parallel with God’s gift to us of Jesus. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445246/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churches_invited_to_help_at_city.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445246/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churches_invited_to_help_at_city.aspx Mon, 27 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT The Norwich Christian community is invited to volunteer at a new 10 kilometre road race taking on Sunday August 30, with the route passing several churches in the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Summer_family_fun_at_Norwich_cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Summer_family_fun_at_Norwich_cathedral.aspx Sun, 26 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT Two special family days have been arranged during August at Norwich cathedral where groups of all ages can explore the cathedral as well as taking part in crafts, activities, music workshops, worship, messy church and more. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445176/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_bid_to_help_broadband.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445176/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_bid_to_help_broadband.aspx Sun, 26 Jul 2015 20:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich has entered a commercial partnership with Archant, under which WiSpire, a local provider of high-speed broadband launched by the Diocese, will gain increased support to accelerate the roll-out of rural broadband across Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445085/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_homeless_champion_healthy_lifestyles.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445085/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_homeless_champion_healthy_lifestyles.aspx Fri, 24 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT Young people resident in YMCA accommodation in Norwich are signing up to become Young Health Champions to positively impact their peers and pass on key health messages relating to the risks of obesity and smoking. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445079/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_league_asks_churches_to_adopt_youth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445079/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_league_asks_churches_to_adopt_youth.aspx Thu, 23 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League is appealing for local churches to get involved with football in their local communities by adopting ten new youth teams wanting to join the league. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445017/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Faith_in_Pride_issues_invite_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445017/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Faith_in_Pride_issues_invite_to.aspx Wed, 22 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT The Norwich Faith in Pride group is set to take part in the Norwich Pride event on July 25 and is inviting people to join them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445010/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/We_can_all_be_lifted_up_by.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/445010/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/We_can_all_be_lifted_up_by.aspx Wed, 22 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist John Myhill reflects on the power of God to lift us up to new levels. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/444719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norwich_man_appeals_for_Congo_orphans_football.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/444719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norwich_man_appeals_for_Congo_orphans_football.aspx Tue, 21 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich man who was forced to flee the Democratic Republic of the Congo as a war refugee seven years ago, is appealing for football kit and second hand clothes to take to a school for orphans in a mercy mission back to his native country. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/444807/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_showcase_for_local_charities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/444807/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_showcase_for_local_charities.aspx Mon, 20 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk based charities came together on Saturday July 18 at the third ‘Charities at Home’ event in the Forum, in Norwich city centre, to promote their services to local people and to provide information about ways in which they can be supported. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/444684/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Synod_appeal_to_tackle_childhood_commercialisation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/444684/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Synod_appeal_to_tackle_childhood_commercialisation.aspx Fri, 17 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT Mothers’ Union has asked members of the General Synod of The Church of England to engage with the concerns parents are voicing over the impact of commercialisation on children and on the well-being of the family. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443487/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_league_AGM_hears_of_successful.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443487/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_league_AGM_hears_of_successful.aspx Thu, 16 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT Chairman Mike Culwick reports on the Norfolk Christian Football League AGM, a successful season and an appeal for Norwich churches to adopt new youth teams. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/444605/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Marathon_launched_in_Norwich_for_Africa_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/444605/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Marathon_launched_in_Norwich_for_Africa_charity.aspx Wed, 15 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT Street Child, a charity working in West Africa founded by a Norwich Christian is organising a marathon which starts in Norwich and ends in Sierra Leone. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/444467/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/God_s_grace_is_the_only_antidote.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/444467/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/God_s_grace_is_the_only_antidote.aspx Tue, 14 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT James Knight explains what he believes we can learn from the story of Adam and Eve in Genesis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443996/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_project_remembers_Bosnia.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443996/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_project_remembers_Bosnia.aspx Sat, 11 Jul 2015 14:00:00 GMT A Norwich Christian dance project was the first in the UK to support Kurema week – a week where dancers all over the world remember the 20th anniversary of the end of the Bosnian War. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwichs_most_hidden_church_offers_welcome.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwichs_most_hidden_church_offers_welcome.aspx Fri, 10 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT Norwich’s most hidden church has given potential visitors another way to find it by relaunching its website ahead of heritage open days in September. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439762/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Housing_Benefit_loss_will_hit_Norfolk_young.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439762/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Housing_Benefit_loss_will_hit_Norfolk_young.aspx Fri, 10 Jul 2015 11:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk Chief Executive Tim Sweeting has expressed concerns over the changes to Housing Benefit announced by Chancellor George Osborne MP in this week’s Budget, saying they could mean 130 more young people become homeless in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443856/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/A_treble_win_for_Norwich_Christian_football.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443856/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/A_treble_win_for_Norwich_Christian_football.aspx Fri, 10 Jul 2015 09:00:00 GMT ENYP's football team had a very successful season in the Norfolk Christian Youth Football League winning the treble – U14 league, U14 cup and U14 5-a-side. They celebrated with a presentation evening for players, parents, friends and family. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443958/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/From_lions_and_Bengal_tigers_to_Diocese.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443958/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/From_lions_and_Bengal_tigers_to_Diocese.aspx Thu, 09 Jul 2015 08:00:00 GMT A lion and tiger expert, PE teacher, farmer and student are among the seven new deacons ordained by the Bishop of Norwich to serve in parishes across Norfolk and Waveney. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443781/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Orphanage_visit_by_Norwich_school_teachers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443781/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Orphanage_visit_by_Norwich_school_teachers.aspx Tue, 07 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT A Construction teacher from Norwich is seeking to raise money to visit an orphanage in rural India, to teach building and carpentry skills to the children. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Bury_the_rubble_and_let_God_build.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Bury_the_rubble_and_let_God_build.aspx Tue, 07 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Tong draws analogies between her recent home improvements, and allowing God to build her future. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443600/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norfolk_2015_video_is_released.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443600/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norfolk_2015_video_is_released.aspx Sun, 05 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT 2015: A video giving a flavour of the Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk Christian festival weekend in mid June has just been released online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443458/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Norfolk_Christian_news_stories_from_2007.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443458/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Norfolk_Christian_news_stories_from_2007.aspx Thu, 02 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT In the second part of our tenth anniversary series we look back at the major news stories we covered in 2007, which included a new church building opening while another suffered an arson attack, plans for a new YMCA and a visit from an Archbishop. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443398/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_marquee_wins_award_at_Royal_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443398/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_marquee_wins_award_at_Royal_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 01 Jul 2015 23:00:00 GMT Visitors have been flocking in their thousands to visit the Diocese of Norwich marquee, which has won an award at this year's Royal Norfolk Show. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443293/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/We_must_transform_our_politics_and_our.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443293/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/We_must_transform_our_politics_and_our.aspx Tue, 30 Jun 2015 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Philip Young is convinced that the only solution to acts of terrorism, such as those in Tunisia last week, lies in a complete transformation of our thinking. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_mothers_campaign_for_Syrian_refugees.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443080/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_mothers_campaign_for_Syrian_refugees.aspx Mon, 29 Jun 2015 15:00:00 GMT Norwich Diocese Mothers' Union is leading a campaign to lobby Norfolk County Council to give sanctuary in the county to 50 refugees from Syria. The Mother's Union is asking people to sign an online petition, Diocesan President Marguerite Phillips reports http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443073/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_vicar_welcomed_by_two_Norwich_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/443073/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_vicar_welcomed_by_two_Norwich_churches.aspx Mon, 29 Jun 2015 14:00:00 GMT Parishioners from St Luke and St Augustine churches in New Catton, Norwich, gave a warm welcome to their new vicar, Rev David Austin, on Saturday (June 27) when he was instituted by the Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham James. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442992/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Proms_picnic_for_Norwich_church_80th_birthday.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442992/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Proms_picnic_for_Norwich_church_80th_birthday.aspx Thu, 25 Jun 2015 23:00:00 GMT On Saturday July 18, 2015, Oak Grove Community Church will host a summer picnic and proms concert featuring Catton Community Choir and members of the audience. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442702/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_speak_up_for_what_they.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442702/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_speak_up_for_what_they.aspx Tue, 23 Jun 2015 10:00:00 GMT Members of the Norfolk Christian community joined a mass lobby of Parliament on June 17 to press their MPs on climate issues. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/School_saints_display_in_Norwich_cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/School_saints_display_in_Norwich_cathedral.aspx Mon, 22 Jun 2015 23:00:00 GMT Over 20 schools across the Diocese of Norwich and beyond are taking part in the ‘Saints in the Making’ competition and their models will be displayed in Norwich Cathedral in July. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442694/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_couple_to_plant_churches_in_Spain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442694/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_couple_to_plant_churches_in_Spain.aspx Mon, 22 Jun 2015 11:00:00 GMT Simon and Jennifer Barnes will soon be leaving Norwich to work with European Christian Mission in Spain where they will be church planters upon completion of their language learning. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442622/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Grace_filled_forgiveness_after_church_shootings.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442622/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Grace_filled_forgiveness_after_church_shootings.aspx Sun, 21 Jun 2015 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight reflects on grace and forgiveness expressed by members of the American church which was the scene of an horrific shooting last week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442455/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/New_home_for_Wymondham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442455/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/New_home_for_Wymondham_church.aspx Wed, 17 Jun 2015 23:00:00 GMT Hope Community Church has recently moved into its new premises in Ayton Road, Wymondham where it is continuing the community projects started at its previous location on Fairland Street in Wymondham. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442377/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/New_team_as_Transforming_Norwich_looks_ahead.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442377/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/New_team_as_Transforming_Norwich_looks_ahead.aspx Wed, 17 Jun 2015 23:00:00 GMT 2015: Churches together group Transforming Norwich has elected a new committee and appointed a new chairman at its AGM, held at the St Peter Mancroft Octagon, on Friday June 12. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442186/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_is_vibrant_Norfolk_Christian_showcase.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442186/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_is_vibrant_Norfolk_Christian_showcase.aspx Wed, 17 Jun 2015 11:00:00 GMT 2015: Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk’s seventh annual weekend at the Forum in Norwich vibrantly showcased and demonstrated the strength of the Christian community and its activities across the county last weekend (June 12-14). http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442289/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_project_launches_dance_co.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442289/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_project_launches_dance_co.aspx Tue, 16 Jun 2015 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian project ENYP has launched Refuge Dance Comany, which will tour the county as part of the project's outreach programmes, promising creative and original performances. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_community_vital_to_Matthew_Project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_community_vital_to_Matthew_Project.aspx Tue, 16 Jun 2015 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk drugs and alcohol charity The Matthew Project is open to anybody who needs support – and their partnership with the local Christian community helps them to make a difference to people’s lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442207/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Why_does_God_let_them_get_away.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442207/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Why_does_God_let_them_get_away.aspx Tue, 16 Jun 2015 23:00:00 GMT Mark Fairweather-Tall wonders why God allows apparent injustices to prevail http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_man_joins_Nepal_emergency_relief_team.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_man_joins_Nepal_emergency_relief_team.aspx Mon, 15 Jun 2015 07:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian Eldred Willey has joined a team from international relief organisation Samaritan’s Purse in Nepal, where a deadly earthquake struck at the end of April. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_pensioners_domestic_violence_play.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/442294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_pensioners_domestic_violence_play.aspx Sun, 14 Jun 2015 23:00:00 GMT A group of four pensioners who live in the Ashby Court sheltered scheme on Ashby Street in Norwich city centre have recorded a radio play highlighting domestic violence within older relationships.   http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441911/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/MBE_for_Norfolk_Christian_social_action_pioneer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441911/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/MBE_for_Norfolk_Christian_social_action_pioneer.aspx Fri, 12 Jun 2015 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian social action pioneer, Val Dodsworth, who was instrumental in launching initiatives including Norfolk Street Partnership, House of Genesis and Community Chaplaincy Norfolk, has been recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_training_on_learning_to_heal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mid_Norfolk/Mid_Norfolk_training_on_learning_to_heal.aspx Fri, 12 Jun 2015 15:00:00 GMT A New Wine training day on 'learning to heal' is set for Thetford on June 20. The programme includes the theology of healing, how to minister and healing the oppressed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441621/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Second_charity_shop_for_Emmaus_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441621/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Second_charity_shop_for_Emmaus_Norwich.aspx Thu, 11 Jun 2015 14:00:00 GMT Emmaus Norwich in Ditchingham have opened their second charity shop next to the historic Butter Cross in Bungay. The shop stocks a full range of household items, including furniture and electrical appliances. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441558/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_youth_league_festival_of_football.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441558/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_youth_league_festival_of_football.aspx Wed, 10 Jun 2015 17:00:00 GMT Over 110 players from more than 30 teams enjoyed a festival of football courtesy of the Norfolk Christian Football League’s youth sections on Saturday June 6 in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Volunteers_sought_for_Norwich_youth_outreach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Volunteers_sought_for_Norwich_youth_outreach.aspx Tue, 09 Jun 2015 23:00:00 GMT Organisers of the young people’s work on Jenny Lind Park, are looking for more volunteers, with practical skills to help renovate the community building, and people to help support the young people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441624/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_urged_to_join_climate_lobby.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441624/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_urged_to_join_climate_lobby.aspx Tue, 09 Jun 2015 23:00:00 GMT Supporters across Norfolk and Suffolk are coming together for a mass lobby of Parliament on June 17 organised by the Climate Coalition and supported by Christian Aid, CAFOD, Tearfund, SPEAK and many other organisations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441612/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_project_helps_Peruvian_prisoner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441612/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_project_helps_Peruvian_prisoner.aspx Tue, 09 Jun 2015 23:00:00 GMT Hope and Song to Freedom, a Norwich-based project working with women in prison in Lima, Peru, are pleased to be able to help the latest prisoner to be released. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441510/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/One_gift_one_man_one_purpose.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441510/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/One_gift_one_man_one_purpose.aspx Mon, 08 Jun 2015 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Alison Hill considers what lessons we can learn from the life of Samson. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Heroic_Norfolk_nurse_is_honoured_100_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/441200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Heroic_Norfolk_nurse_is_honoured_100_years.aspx Thu, 04 Jun 2015 11:00:00 GMT The 100th anniversary of Edith Cavell’s death this year is being marked with a series of events in Norfolk, London and Brussels as well as a British 5 coin and BBC TV coverage. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/440950/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Discerning_the_Language_of_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/440950/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Discerning_the_Language_of_God.aspx Mon, 01 Jun 2015 23:00:00 GMT Following last week’s Pentecost celebrations, Rev Andrew Bryant reflects upon the ways in which God connects with us in the twenty-first century. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439828/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Prayer_praise_and_repentance_at_Norwich_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439828/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Prayer_praise_and_repentance_at_Norwich_service.aspx Wed, 27 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT 2015: Prayer, praise and public repentance were key parts of a Global Day of Prayer service in Norwich Cathedral on Sunday May 24, attended by 250 Christians from many different churches. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_chance_to_hear_of_Peruvian_ministry.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_chance_to_hear_of_Peruvian_ministry.aspx Wed, 27 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT Church groups across Norfolk are being offered the opportunity to hear the inspirational story of Peruvian prison minister Miriam Breña Torres who will be visiting England over the summer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Lynn_gospel_show.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/King_s_Lynn_gospel_show.aspx Tue, 26 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT One of the Europe’s premier gospel groups CK Gospel Choir present “Gospel at the Movies” at King’s Lynn Corn Exchange on Sunday June 7, 2015. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Israel_advocacy_chance_for_Norwich_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Israel_advocacy_chance_for_Norwich_churches.aspx Tue, 26 May 2015 09:00:00 GMT The Norwich area representatives for Christian Friends of Israel are offering free literature to local churches who would like to know more about the work of this organisation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439659/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Defying_the_norm_for_Jesus.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439659/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Defying_the_norm_for_Jesus.aspx Mon, 25 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT Rev Suzanne Cooke reminds us that we sometimes need to defy cultural norms to make a stand for what is right. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439635/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_church_project_provides_vital_family_link.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439635/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_church_project_provides_vital_family_link.aspx Sun, 24 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT For more than ten years, Norwich pastor Michael Graves and his wife Joan have spent their Saturdays running a Contact Centre at a Norwich church, providing secure facilities for children to meet with family members they no longer live with. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439621/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Does_the_universe_have_space_for_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439621/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Does_the_universe_have_space_for_God.aspx Sun, 24 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT Does The Universe Have Space For God? was the question addressed by Rev Professor David Wilkinson, Principal of St John’s College, University of Durham, at Norwich Cathedral on May 20. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439382/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_leaders_hear_of_city_transformation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439382/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_leaders_hear_of_city_transformation.aspx Wed, 20 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT 2015: Transformation expert Dr Alistair Petrie talked to Norfolk church leaders about the keys to unlocking cultural and spiritual change across an area and the barriers and challenges to it, at a meeting in Norwich on May 20. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439091/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_does_Ecumenism_really_mean.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/439091/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_does_Ecumenism_really_mean.aspx Tue, 19 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist John Myhill considers what it really means to be Ecumenical in a world which needs to know the love of Christ. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438948/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christian_youth_project_extends_work_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438948/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Christian_youth_project_extends_work_in_Norwich.aspx Sun, 17 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian youth project ENYP is excited to be the delivery partner for youth activities in the Catton Grove area of Norwich under the Big Local area initiative. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438797/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_book_fair_supports_literacy_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438797/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_book_fair_supports_literacy_charity.aspx Sun, 17 May 2015 16:05:00 GMT For the 45th year, Feed the Minds book fair and St Andrew’s Church in Norwich supports education and training for marginalised people across the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438632/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Politicians_Lets_pray_for_them.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438632/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Politicians_Lets_pray_for_them.aspx Fri, 15 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT Following last week’s general election, Tony Rothe, Network Norfolk’s content editor for North Norfolk, reflects on what our attitude should be to those we have elected to govern us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438617/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Join_balloon_race_from_Great_Wall_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438617/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Join_balloon_race_from_Great_Wall_of.aspx Thu, 14 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT An international children’s charity, based in Norwich, has launched a virtual balloon race starting from the Great Wall of China and is asking supporters to join in by buying a balloon. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438599/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Next_Suffolk_bishop_is_ordained_at_Westminster.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438599/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Next_Suffolk_bishop_is_ordained_at_Westminster.aspx Thu, 14 May 2015 11:00:00 GMT Canon Martin Seeley, who will become Suffolk's most senior Church of England clergyman in June, was today ordained as a Bishop during a moving service at Westminster Abbey attended by a congregation of more than 1,600 people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438301/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/UEA_win_Bishops_Cup_in_unbeaten_season.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438301/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/UEA_win_Bishops_Cup_in_unbeaten_season.aspx Wed, 13 May 2015 07:00:00 GMT UEA Rovers sealed a Norfolk Christian Football league and cup double with a convincing win over Kings Palace in the final of the Bishop Maurice Wood Cup at the Norfolk FA’s Field of Dreams venue at Bowthorpe near Norwich on Saturday http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438314/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_league_plea_for_volunteer_help.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438314/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_league_plea_for_volunteer_help.aspx Tue, 12 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League is facing an uncertain future, despite the conclusion of another successful season and new teams wanting to join the youth leagues. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_service_on_national_Police_prayer_day.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_service_on_national_Police_prayer_day.aspx Mon, 11 May 2015 15:00:00 GMT A national day to pray for the Police has been set aside on May 14 and Norfolk Christian Police Association branch secretary, Sergeant Marie Reavey, explains how to get involved across the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438295/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/TimeNorfolk_needs_your_vote.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438295/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/TimeNorfolk_needs_your_vote.aspx Sun, 10 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT TimeNorfolk has been given the opportunity to be voted for to receive funding from the Aviva Community Fund, the charity is asking for funding to cover pregnancy loss sessions, facilitate their new infertility groups and training for volunteers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Dean_helps_launch_Christian_Aid_Week.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Dean_helps_launch_Christian_Aid_Week.aspx Fri, 08 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT Christian Aid Week was launched in Norwich yesterday by the Dean of Norwich lifting a large bag of sticks and a plea for volunteer street collectors. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438137/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Teen_found_guilty_of_Norwich_church_hall.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/438137/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Teen_found_guilty_of_Norwich_church_hall.aspx Fri, 08 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT A 16-year-old boy from Norwich was found guilty of arson at Norwich Youth Court yesterday after a fire gutted a church hall in the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437657/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Goals_upsets_and_doubles_at_Christian_football.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437657/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Goals_upsets_and_doubles_at_Christian_football.aspx Thu, 07 May 2015 10:00:00 GMT There were goals, upsets and double winners at the Norfolk Christian Football Youth League cup finals day in Norwich on Saturday http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437907/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Charity_charge_book_sale_and_Norwich_canons.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437907/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Charity_charge_book_sale_and_Norwich_canons.aspx Thu, 07 May 2015 09:25:00 GMT Latest news from around the Norfolk Christian community includes the Archdeacon’s Charge, new cathedral canons in Norwich and a mammoth book sale for a North Norfolk church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437782/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_as_Norfolk_Christian_dies_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437782/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_as_Norfolk_Christian_dies_in.aspx Wed, 06 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to Norfolk Christian woman, Zoe Mason, who fell to her death at a nature reserve near Jerusalem in Israel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Why_Christians_should_participate_in_politics.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Why_Christians_should_participate_in_politics.aspx Wed, 06 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Mark Fairweather-Tall helps us to focus on our attitudes to government as we prepare for voting in the general election this week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_needs_your_vote.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_needs_your_vote.aspx Wed, 06 May 2015 06:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project Youth Team has entered a project into the Aviva Community Fund and they need your vote to secure a place in the finals. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437620/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/London_Marathon_duo_boost_for_YMCA_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437620/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/London_Marathon_duo_boost_for_YMCA_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 04 May 2015 19:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has benefited after two determined supporters completed the 26.2 miles of the Virgin Money London Marathon on Sunday to raise money for the Christian charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437259/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_Thomas_church_expand_to_second_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437259/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/St_Thomas_church_expand_to_second_Norwich.aspx Thu, 30 Apr 2015 11:00:00 GMT St Thomas Church in Norwich has announced it is taking on St Alban’s in Lakenham as its second site from June, as part of a long-term community-focused vision. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Cup_and_Trophy_finals_in_U10_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Cup_and_Trophy_finals_in_U10_Christian.aspx Tue, 28 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT The u10 cup final and the new trophy final of the Norfolk Christian Football League took place at Sale Road on Saturday April 10. U12, U14 and U16 matches are set for May 2. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437091/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_face_at_Norwich_debt_counselling_centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/437091/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_face_at_Norwich_debt_counselling_centre.aspx Mon, 27 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT Christians Against Poverty has announced that John Graver is to lead the team, based at Surrey Chapel, Botolph Street, Norwich in the work to help people escape overwhelming personal debts. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436998/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Questions_to_ask_before_you_vote.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436998/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Questions_to_ask_before_you_vote.aspx Mon, 27 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT Rev Philip Young considers the questions that we should all ask before we place our vote next week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436980/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Aid_launches_Nepal_earthquake_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436980/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Aid_launches_Nepal_earthquake_appeal.aspx Sun, 26 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT Christian Aid has launched an emergency appeal to provide urgent aid in the wake of the Nepal earthquake disaster and it has been backed by the charity’s East Anglia regional co-ordinator. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436975/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Walk_and_tea_to_support_Norwich_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436975/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Walk_and_tea_to_support_Norwich_charity.aspx Sun, 26 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT The Magdalene Group has been working in the field of sexual exploitation for twenty years, they offer a variety of front-line projects aimed at raising awareness and preventing the sexual exploitation and coercion of women and young people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436925/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_Norwich_striker_Leon_talks_football_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436925/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_Norwich_striker_Leon_talks_football_and.aspx Sun, 26 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT Former Norwich City striker, and now masters boxing champion, Leon McKenzie talked about his sporting career, his battle with depression and his faith in God at Soul Church in Norwich on Sunday night http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436877/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Evangelism_gaining_momentum_on_Norwich_streets.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436877/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Evangelism_gaining_momentum_on_Norwich_streets.aspx Sat, 25 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT Heartbeat Ministries, thrilled with Charlie and Brynn Shamp’s Kingdom Invasion UK and Europe Tour so far, say that have seen miracles occur on the streets of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_would_Jesus_vote.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_would_Jesus_vote.aspx Fri, 24 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT With the election campaign in full swing and polling day approaching, columnist Biddy Collyer tries to answer the question “How will I vote?” http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/500_mile_pilgrimage_walk_in_memory_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/500_mile_pilgrimage_walk_in_memory_of.aspx Thu, 23 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk property firm owner Joanna McIntyre from Loddon will be embarking on the 500-mile Christian pilgrimage route, the Camino de Santiago, from France to Spain, from May 1 in memory of her parents and to raise money for charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Former_Norfolk_vicar_launches_new_network.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Former_Norfolk_vicar_launches_new_network.aspx Wed, 22 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT Former West Norfolk vicar, Rev Tony Higton, has launched the Maranatha Network which is for Christians to follow simple steps to encourage thought and prayer about the return of Christ. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436592/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Foodbanks_feed_20_000_in_a_year.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436592/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Foodbanks_feed_20_000_in_a_year.aspx Wed, 22 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT More than 20,000 people in Norfolk have been provided with emergency food by Trussell Trust foodbanks in the last 12 months, among over 100,000 in the eastern counties and one million nationwide. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436583/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_to_do_when_you_ain_t.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436583/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_to_do_when_you_ain_t.aspx Wed, 22 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT Ruth Tong offers encouragement for the times we feel inadequate to serve God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436577/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/School_principal_and_Norwich_worship_leader.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436577/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/School_principal_and_Norwich_worship_leader.aspx Wed, 22 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT International school principal and former Norwich Christian youth worker and worship leader, Nick Miller, has died aged 61. Geoff Lawton pays a personal tribute. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436362/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_youth_pastor_for_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436362/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_youth_pastor_for_Norwich_church.aspx Tue, 21 Apr 2015 14:00:00 GMT Norwich Central Baptist Church has recently welcomed Andy Eyre, who has moved with his family from Guernsey, to take up the role as Youth and Childrens’ Pastor. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436401/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Revelations_of_Love_Julian_week_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436401/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Revelations_of_Love_Julian_week_in_Norwich.aspx Mon, 20 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT Julian Week - Saturday May 2 to Saturday May 9, 2015, celebrating the internationally famous Julian of Norwich (1342-1416) has the headline Revelations of Love: Creativity and Compassion. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436220/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Debate_highlights_Norfolk_mental_health_issues.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/436220/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Debate_highlights_Norfolk_mental_health_issues.aspx Mon, 20 Apr 2015 19:40:00 GMT The life-changing nature of mental health was dramatically brought home to the audience of an open forum event at Revelation in Norwich this week (April 16) which featured a high-profile panel of experts. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435881/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Indian_church_pastor_back_in_Norwich_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435881/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Indian_church_pastor_back_in_Norwich_for.aspx Wed, 15 Apr 2015 11:00:00 GMT Reverend Nicky Smith and her husband Pastor Samuel Zion are visiting Norwich for several weeks in May and will be ministering at Grace Christian Fellowship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_missionary_back_in_Congo_after_30.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_missionary_back_in_Congo_after_30.aspx Tue, 14 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT Maureen Lee, a former Christian missionary, now in her 70s and living in Norfolk, says it was "a great thrill" to fly back to the Democratic Republic of Congo in central Africa recently, where she worked as a teacher, 30 years ago. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435794/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Love_and_Grace_at_the_centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435794/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Love_and_Grace_at_the_centre.aspx Tue, 14 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight explains that we should allow love and grace to have the prime influence over our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435539/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Psalms_Hymns_and_Spiritual_songs_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435539/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Psalms_Hymns_and_Spiritual_songs_in_Norwich.aspx Sun, 12 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT From Gold Hill, Oregon, Michael Lee Farley is bringing his his unique style to Elim Norwich on Saturday May 16, 2015. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435537/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Explore_Jesus_again_in_Hunstanton.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435537/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Explore_Jesus_again_in_Hunstanton.aspx Sun, 12 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT The Union Church in Hunstanton will be giving people another opportunity to discover more about Jesus in May when they re-launch the Christianity Explored course, which has just completed a very successful run. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435494/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_ministers_words_of_faith_in_India.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435494/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_ministers_words_of_faith_in_India.aspx Sat, 11 Apr 2015 11:00:00 GMT A Norfolk church minister who is just back from a third mission trip to India, will never forget the day when he prayed for hundreds of village people. Among them was a mute child who spoke for the first time after being prayed for by Rev Canon Simon. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435434/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_organ_recital_for_Iraqi_Christians.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435434/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_organ_recital_for_Iraqi_Christians.aspx Thu, 09 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT Iraqi Christians in Need are hosting an organ recital at Norwich Cathedral with the proceeds supporting refugee families in northern Iraq. By Andy Latham http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Ex_Norwich_City_star_to_talk_football.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Ex_Norwich_City_star_to_talk_football.aspx Thu, 09 Apr 2015 10:00:00 GMT Former Norwich City striker and current boxing champion Leon McKenzie will talk about boxing, football, family and his faith in Jesus Christ at Soul Church in Norwich on April 26. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435281/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Extending_the_Easter_celebration.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435281/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Extending_the_Easter_celebration.aspx Tue, 07 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT Rev Andrew Bryant explains why he regards Easter Sunday as just the start of a much bigger celebration. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435232/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Adoption_opens_new_chapter_for_Norfolk_couple.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/435232/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Adoption_opens_new_chapter_for_Norfolk_couple.aspx Mon, 06 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT When former missionaries, Simon and Tania Davies from South Norfolk adopted two special needs siblings it opened a new chapter of blessing and joy. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434936/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_remembers_German_plane_victims.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434936/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_remembers_German_plane_victims.aspx Wed, 01 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich church with strong links to the German town of Haltern, has remembered the 18 people from the town killed in the Germanwings plane crash. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434914/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_uses_the_little_to_achieve_great.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434914/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_uses_the_little_to_achieve_great.aspx Wed, 01 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT Regular columnist Alison Hill has discovered that God anoints the little that we have to offer in order to achieve great things. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434893/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_offers_charity_skydive_chance.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434893/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_offers_charity_skydive_chance.aspx Wed, 01 Apr 2015 17:20:00 GMT Would you be brave enough to take part in the Matthew Project’s tandem skydive and jump out of a plane at 13,000 feet for charity? http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434882/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_music_prize_from_the_Bishop_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434882/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_music_prize_from_the_Bishop_of.aspx Tue, 31 Mar 2015 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Revd Graham James is pleased to announce The Bishop's Prize for Music a companion prize to complement the Bishop's Prize for Art. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/NCBC_national_cup_run_ends_after_Liverpool.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/NCBC_national_cup_run_ends_after_Liverpool.aspx Sun, 29 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Central Baptist's progress in the National Christian Cup was disappointingly halted in Liverpool on Saturday March 28, as they went down 4-0 to Merseyside Christian League side Bethel Church FC. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/_1m_boost_for_16_historic_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/_1m_boost_for_16_historic_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 27 Mar 2015 18:00:00 GMT Sixteen historic Norfolk churches have received a 1m boost for urgent roof repairs as part of the first round of historic UK places of worship to benefit from a funding package of 30m, through the Listed Places of Worship: Roof Repair Fund. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434370/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Norfolk_Christian_news_stories_from_2006.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434370/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Norfolk_Christian_news_stories_from_2006.aspx Fri, 27 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT In the first part of our tenth anniversary series we look back at the major news stories we covered in 2006, which included the end of the Living Water Festival, a landmark Norwich church burning to the ground and a first ‘Christian’ academy school plan. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_workshop_project_is_a_life_changer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_workshop_project_is_a_life_changer.aspx Thu, 26 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT For Paul Bale, who was born without eyes, his daily routine at the award-winning St Michael's Workshop in Bowthorpe, Norwich, has been a life-changing experience. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434353/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/We_are_an_Easter_People.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434353/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/We_are_an_Easter_People.aspx Thu, 26 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT As we approach Palm Sunday, Rev Suzanne Cooke explains why Christians could consider themselves to be Easter People. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434346/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_Easter_egg_message_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434346/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_Easter_egg_message_appeal.aspx Wed, 25 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk is appealing to the Norfolk Christian community to back its desire to give all of its 260 young residents a Real Easter Egg, to help them explore the real meaning of Easter. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Find_hidden_Easter_eggs_at_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Find_hidden_Easter_eggs_at_Norfolk_churches.aspx Wed, 25 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT Nearly 130 churches in the Diocese of Norwich have hidden an Easter egg somewhere in their building – and anyone is invited to try and find them during the Easter holidays. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434206/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_conference_explores_role_of_church_schools.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/434206/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_conference_explores_role_of_church_schools.aspx Tue, 24 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT Around 60 headteachers from across the Diocese of Norwich, will gather at Norwich Cathedral on Thursday March 26 to explore and celebrate the role and contribution of church schools in educational provision across Norfolk and Waveney. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Help_fulfil_Jo_s_dying_MP_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Help_fulfil_Jo_s_dying_MP_prayer.aspx Mon, 23 Mar 2015 17:00:00 GMT Norwich church-goer Colin Grey is appealing to Christians across Norfolk to help him fulfil the dying vision of his wife Joanne, to produce hand-stitched prayer cards for every single MP and member of the House of Lords. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433762/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_High_Sheriff_is_a_real_champion.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433762/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_High_Sheriff_is_a_real_champion.aspx Sun, 22 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT High Sheriff of Norfolk, Lady Pippa Dannatt, has used her 12 months in the ceremonial office to champion a cause very close to her heart - that of mental health. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Funding_for_Matthew_Project_from_British_Legion.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Funding_for_Matthew_Project_from_British_Legion.aspx Fri, 20 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project’s ‘Outside the Wire’ service has received 70,000 in funding from the Royal British Legion that will support the continuation of the project in Norfolk and expansion into Suffolk http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433532/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_hands_up_protest_at_child_exploitation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433532/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_hands_up_protest_at_child_exploitation.aspx Thu, 19 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT It was a case of put your hands up in protest against child sexual exploitation on Norwich Market yesterday in a mass pledge event organized by the Christian-based Magdalen Group. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_outreach_worker_named_new_Norwich_vicar.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_outreach_worker_named_new_Norwich_vicar.aspx Thu, 19 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT The new vicar for St Luke’s, St Augustine’s and C3 church in New Catton, Norwich, has been named as Rev David Austin, a former homeless and mental health outreach worker. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433524/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_should_we_think_about_migrants.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433524/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_should_we_think_about_migrants.aspx Thu, 19 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist and Quaker John Myhill considers the differing attitudes to the topical issue of immigration. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433500/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Parents_concerns_backed_in_Norwich_Diocese.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433500/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Parents_concerns_backed_in_Norwich_Diocese.aspx Thu, 19 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT Research published today by Mothers’ Union, which says parents are concerned about the commercialisation of childhood, through advertising and marketing, has been backed in the Diocese of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433413/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_15.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433413/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_15.aspx Thu, 19 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT You can be among the first to read the Easter 2015 edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk which has just released its latest e-edition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_gives_backing_to_Norwich_church_cafe.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Bishop_gives_backing_to_Norwich_church_cafe.aspx Wed, 18 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich gave his blessing to a new community café at St Elizabeth’s Church, Cadge Road, Norwich over a cup of tea and a bacon butty on Monday March 16. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433147/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Christian_league_team_secure_further_sponsorship.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433147/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Christian_league_team_secure_further_sponsorship.aspx Mon, 16 Mar 2015 20:00:00 GMT Old Catton Wildcats are delighted to secure sponsorship from Partner Companion Care Vets to enable them to purchase an away kit and equipment. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Plea_to_join_child_exploitation_pledge_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/433338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Plea_to_join_child_exploitation_pledge_in.aspx Mon, 16 Mar 2015 12:00:00 GMT A plea to support National Child Sexual Exploitation Awareness Day on Wednesday March 18 has been issued by the Christian-based Magdalen Group, with a mass pledge planned for Norwich Market at 12 noon. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/432693/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/How_can_wicked_people_like_Hitler_be.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/432693/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/How_can_wicked_people_like_Hitler_be.aspx Sat, 14 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight explains that no sinner is beyond God’s forgiveness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/432753/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Matthew_Project_red_nose_bake_off_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/432753/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Matthew_Project_red_nose_bake_off_and.aspx Fri, 13 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project Youth Team had a large turnout for their Comic Relief bake off and cake sale on Thursday March 12, 2015 raising money for the Red Nose Day Appeal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/432635/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_YFC_showcase_reveals_exciting_plans.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/432635/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_YFC_showcase_reveals_exciting_plans.aspx Thu, 12 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT A showcase evening of the work of Norwich Youth For Christ on March 7 included the commissioning of four youth workers and revealing details of a planned new 40k mobile recording studio project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/432619/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Landlady_turned_priest_bids_farewell_to_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/432619/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Landlady_turned_priest_bids_farewell_to_Norwich.aspx Wed, 11 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT Former pub landlady and social worker Rev Janet Wyer is leaving her post as associate priest at St Peter Mancroft in Norwich city centre after five years on Sunday after being appointed as rector of the Kessingland Benefice near Lowestoft. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/432266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_based_Comic_Relief_life_coaching.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/432266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_based_Comic_Relief_life_coaching.aspx Mon, 09 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project Youth Team is delighted to announce a new, Comic Relief Life Coaching Service for young adults aged 16 to 24 years old across Norfolk. They are looking forward to launching this new project and raising funds for Comic Relief. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/432030/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Christian_worship_which_can_change_lives.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/432030/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Christian_worship_which_can_change_lives.aspx Sun, 08 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT Nikki Wright is a wife, mother of two, runs an interior design business and is the director of the new Burn initiative in Lowestoft which launched on March 7. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/432045/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Kick_it_out_of_your_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/432045/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Kick_it_out_of_your_life.aspx Sat, 07 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT As we progress through Lent, Mark Fairweather-Tall considers the challenge of resisting temptation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/431377/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_politician_driven_by_ethics_and_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/431377/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_politician_driven_by_ethics_and_faith.aspx Sat, 28 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT South Norfolk Conservative MP Richard Bacon is the subject in John Myhill’s latest Stewardship series interview. Richard explains how his Christian faith is the driving force behind his political career. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/431276/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_website_marks_tenth_anniversary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/431276/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_website_marks_tenth_anniversary.aspx Thu, 26 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT The Network Norwich and Norfolk website is set to mark a decade of serving the local Christian community this year and has a number of initiatives planned to celebrate the achievement including news features, media training events and an awards event. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/431265/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Josephs_double_challenge_in_aid_of_YMCA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/431265/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Josephs_double_challenge_in_aid_of_YMCA.aspx Thu, 26 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk Key Worker, Joseph Bickerdike from Norwich, is set to take on a double challenge to raise money for the Christian charity, by running his first ever marathon in London and, a few months, later completing the 360-mile Tour de Y bike ride. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/431183/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_join_global_prayer_initiative.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/431183/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_join_global_prayer_initiative.aspx Wed, 25 Feb 2015 12:00:00 GMT Relational Mission leaders are calling people to gather in churches throughout 2015 for worship and prayer and say that they have had enough http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/431028/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norwich_church_team_progress_in_national_cup.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/431028/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norwich_church_team_progress_in_national_cup.aspx Mon, 23 Feb 2015 19:30:00 GMT Norwich Central Baptist Church progressed to the Quarter Final stage of the National Christian Cup on Saturday February 21, but were severely tested by a strong Manna Sports team from Lewisham. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/430883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/National_press_hail_Norwich_as_radical_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/430883/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/National_press_hail_Norwich_as_radical_church.aspx Mon, 23 Feb 2015 19:00:00 GMT The Observer national Sunday newspaper has labelled Norwich the capital of the church’s radical campaign for a country with a conscience in an article in today’s paper. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/430905/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_call_for_a_radical_new_politics.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/430905/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_call_for_a_radical_new_politics.aspx Mon, 23 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT Quaker, writer, and regular contributor Philip Young considers the recent Bishops’ letter, and describes the kind of politics he would like to see. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/430609/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_pupils_book_aids_Cambodian_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/430609/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_pupils_book_aids_Cambodian_churches.aspx Thu, 19 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT A story book written by a Norwich student has helped to cement links between young Catholics in the city and children in Cambodian schools and churches. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/430388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Peters_farewell_to_Norwich_peoples_cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/430388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Peters_farewell_to_Norwich_peoples_cathedral.aspx Wed, 18 Feb 2015 12:00:00 GMT The Rev Canon Peter Nokes said farewell on Sunday to St Peter Mancroft church in Norwich, known as “the people’s cathedral” after 15 years at the helm. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/430495/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Getting_stressed_doesn_t_glorify_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/430495/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Getting_stressed_doesn_t_glorify_God.aspx Wed, 18 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT As our live get more and more crowded, Ruth Tong believes that God wants our time and devotion rather than our “busy-ness”. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/430026/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/A_Valentines_thought_for_the_broken_hearted.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/430026/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/A_Valentines_thought_for_the_broken_hearted.aspx Fri, 13 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT With Saint Valentine’s Day dominating the media and the thoughts of many, Divorce Recovery Workshops Norwich Co-ordinator, Michele Curtis, spares a though for those who find this all too much. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/429995/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_catholics_remember_El_Salvador_martyr.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/429995/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norfolk_catholics_remember_El_Salvador_martyr.aspx Thu, 12 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT To mark the 35th anniversary of the martyrdom of Archbishop Oscar Romero a special guest will speak in Norwich on Tuesday March 24, 2015 and his talk ‘He Heard their Voice: Archbishop Romero – Mystic and Prophet’ will be part of a national speaking tour. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/429877/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Brooke_champions_in_Norfolk_Christian_futsal_final.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/429877/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Brooke_champions_in_Norfolk_Christian_futsal_final.aspx Wed, 11 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT The final of the Division 2 U10s futsal competition was held on Saturday February 7 between Brooke, the league leaders and Surlingham Tornadoes. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/429873/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Futsal_a_hit_for_Norfolk_Christian_Football.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/429873/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Futsal_a_hit_for_Norfolk_Christian_Football.aspx Wed, 11 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football league are in the final stages of their very successful ‘Futsal’ indoor 5 a side competition for the Under 10s age group, which some fast-paced action int he semi-final. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/429773/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/What_would_you_say_to_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/429773/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/What_would_you_say_to_God.aspx Wed, 11 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT Following Stephen Fry’s recent video, in which he gives quite a frank response to the question "What would you say to God?", regular columnist James Knight considers the question more deeply, and shares his thoughts on the possible glories of heaven. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/429636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Community_stalwart_s_boundless_energy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/429636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Community_stalwart_s_boundless_energy.aspx Tue, 10 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT Former Norfolk County Council chair Hilary Cox is the subject in John Myhill’s latest Stewardship series interview. Hilary explains how her Christian faith gives her the strength to cope with a demanding and, sometimes, adventurous life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/429554/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Norfolk_Christian_charity_commemorates_WW1.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/429554/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/Norfolk_Christian_charity_commemorates_WW1.aspx Mon, 09 Feb 2015 20:00:00 GMT Soldiers who left West Norfolk in 1915 for Galipoli, never to return, are being commemorated by the Crowns Trust, a local charity running the WW1 trenches project for schools. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426242/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Sandy_Millar_helps_Who_Cares_team_say.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426242/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Sandy_Millar_helps_Who_Cares_team_say.aspx Sun, 08 Feb 2015 08:00:00 GMT An evening of thanksgiving for the Who Cares? mission was held on February 7. Special guest Sandy Millar spoke about the unanimity of spirit needed to continue the work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/429292/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_2015_Exploring_Norfolk_Churches_Booklet.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/429292/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_2015_Exploring_Norfolk_Churches_Booklet.aspx Fri, 06 Feb 2015 11:00:00 GMT Each year the Diocese of Norwich produces a free quick reference guide of churches in Norfolk and Waveney available as a download or printed form. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428774/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Joining_the_dots_for_Norfolk_Healing_Rooms.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428774/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Joining_the_dots_for_Norfolk_Healing_Rooms.aspx Tue, 03 Feb 2015 09:00:00 GMT Ray and Ruth Scorey from Norfolk Healing Rooms completed a road trip on the East Coast last summer. Here they tell about their trip of prayer and discovery and a divine appointment. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_wealth_we_must_give_away.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428706/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_wealth_we_must_give_away.aspx Mon, 02 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT In a recent sermon to Chapelfield Road Methodist church to mark the Week for Christian Unity, Quaker John Myhill considers the meaning of a challenging verse in scripture: “Sell everything you have and give to the poor” Mark 10:21 and Luke 18:22. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428421/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_project_saves_club_from_closure.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428421/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_project_saves_club_from_closure.aspx Sat, 31 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT Marlpit Youth Club, which was at risk of closure, has been taken on by Norwich Christian project ENYP who have pledged to continue to offer positive activities for the popular club. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428343/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Musicians_unite_to_mark_Holocaust_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428343/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Musicians_unite_to_mark_Holocaust_in_Norwich.aspx Fri, 30 Jan 2015 12:00:00 GMT A moving collaboration between two gifted musicians – one, a 90-year-old Norfolk composer and the other, a young German professional ’cellist – was a unique feature of Holocaust Memorial Day in Norwich, 70 years after the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428419/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Community_engaged_by_Norwich_Beacon_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428419/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Community_engaged_by_Norwich_Beacon_church.aspx Fri, 30 Jan 2015 09:00:00 GMT Hundreds of people in the Earlham area of Norwich are engaging with church thanks to the children and youth work programmes established by The Beacon, plus the opening of a community cafe. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428074/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_charity_plays_key_role_in_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428074/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_charity_plays_key_role_in_new.aspx Fri, 30 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich-based charity has been instrumental in helping to formulate a new law which marks a watershed moment in the development of childcare in China. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428344/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Humility_releases_God_s_favour.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428344/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Humility_releases_God_s_favour.aspx Thu, 29 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT Author Alison Hill explains why we need to humble ourselves and be obedient to God if we are to enjoy His richest blessings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428256/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/National_award_for_Christian_Aid_s_courageous.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428256/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/National_award_for_Christian_Aid_s_courageous.aspx Wed, 28 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT An 18 year old volunteer for Christian Aid based in Norwich has won a national award – the Diana Award for being a courageous citizen. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_climate_concern_group_launched.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/428043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_climate_concern_group_launched.aspx Mon, 26 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT A group of people, including many from West Norfolk churches, met for the first time this month to discuss what local actions can be made for climate justice. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/427791/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Being_community_is_tough.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/427791/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Being_community_is_tough.aspx Sat, 24 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT Rev Suzanne Cooke shares her thoughts on the challenges of living in a community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/420275/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/Sanctuary_drop_in_cafe_expands_Norwich_role.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/420275/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2015_16/Sanctuary_drop_in_cafe_expands_Norwich_role.aspx Thu, 22 Jan 2015 07:00:00 GMT The Sanctuary drop-in café, which was established following the closure of the All Saints Centre, is to expand its service in Norwich city centre and is looking for a permanent new home. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/427193/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolk_churchs_legacy_of_love_in_Kenya.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/427193/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolk_churchs_legacy_of_love_in_Kenya.aspx Sat, 17 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT A Christian charity, started by a Norfolk church leader, has been helping children in Kenya for 25 years. The charity runs a school for 310 children and a sponsorship scheme to support the children through their education. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426938/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_role_for_Network_Norfolk_columnist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426938/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_role_for_Network_Norfolk_columnist.aspx Thu, 15 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight has landed a new writing job, but will continue his regular contributions to this website. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426768/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Standing_together_in_peace_and_unity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426768/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Standing_together_in_peace_and_unity.aspx Wed, 14 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Pastor Mark Fairweather-Tall reminds us of the need to stand together as Christians, as he reflects on the public displays of unity in France and across the world last week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426487/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Award_for_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League_coach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426487/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Award_for_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League_coach.aspx Sun, 11 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT Natalie Palmer, an inspirational coach in the Norfolk Christian Football League has been awarded Coach of the Year at Norfolk FA’s annual awards. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426203/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Retired_Norwich_teachers_Rwandan_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426203/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Retired_Norwich_teachers_Rwandan_mission.aspx Fri, 09 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT Retired Norwich head teacher, Claude Scott, is to return to Rwanda in February on a mission to provide clean water for thousands of people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_charitys_new_house_and_free_training.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_charitys_new_house_and_free_training.aspx Thu, 08 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT Christian homeless charity Hope into Action has announced that it is soon to open a sixth house in Norwich, is offering a free training day in the city and advertising for a part-time administrator. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426205/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Go_teetotal_and_help_Norwich_alcohol_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426205/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Go_teetotal_and_help_Norwich_alcohol_charity.aspx Thu, 08 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT Norwich-based Christian alcohol and drugs charity, the Matthew Project, is challenging local people to go teetotal for a week in January to help support its work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_people_reject_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_people_reject_God.aspx Wed, 07 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT James Knight looks at the reasons people give for rejecting Christianity, and explains why following Jesus requires courage. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Vision_closer_for_Norwich_church_football_outreach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Vision_closer_for_Norwich_church_football_outreach.aspx Wed, 07 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT Organisers of Holy Trinity Football Club, part of the Norfolk Christian Football League, are looking forward to extending their work into the local community in 2015. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563908/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Latest_news_from_Celebrate_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/563908/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Latest_news_from_Celebrate_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 06 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT Latest news from Celebrate Norfolk http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426039/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_team_secures_sponsorship.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/426039/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_team_secures_sponsorship.aspx Tue, 06 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT A team in the Norfolk Christian Football League has secured kit sponsorship from local motor firm NMG. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425834/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Maureen_honoured_for_Norwich_church_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425834/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Maureen_honoured_for_Norwich_church_work.aspx Mon, 05 Jan 2015 16:00:00 GMT Maureen Bond founded a luncheon club in a Norwich church 30 years ago and has been awarded a BEM the Queen’s New Year Honours List for her services to the club and her local community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425900/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Funding_boost_for_three_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425900/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Funding_boost_for_three_Norfolk_churches.aspx Mon, 05 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT Three Norfolk churches are amongst 30 churches and chapels in England, Wales and Scotland benefitting from grants totalling 550,000 given by the National Churches Trust. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425728/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/New_director_for_Norfolk_Christian_care_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425728/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/New_director_for_Norfolk_Christian_care_service.aspx Sat, 03 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT The 4Cs Centre for Christian Care and Counselling, which now operates in four centres across Norfolk, has appointed a new director and is looking to new opportunities to develop the service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425657/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Years_honour_for_Sheriff_of_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425657/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_Years_honour_for_Sheriff_of_Norwich.aspx Tue, 30 Dec 2014 22:30:00 GMT Sheriff of Norwich and former Norfolk Coroner William Armstrong has been made an OBE in the Queen’s New Year Honours List. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425654/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_motorcycle_adventurers_Arctic_challenge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425654/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_motorcycle_adventurers_Arctic_challenge.aspx Tue, 30 Dec 2014 13:00:00 GMT Continuing his recent adventures, Norfolk man Richard Steven is currently riding his motorcycle across Lapland and is planning to cross the North Pole on a snowmobile. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425610/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/We_are_all_wonderfully_connected.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425610/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/We_are_all_wonderfully_connected.aspx Tue, 30 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT Rev Philip Young believes we should rediscover our connections with each other as we seek to celebrate the season of peace and goodwill to all men. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424932/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/It_s_not_a_crisis_it_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424932/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/It_s_not_a_crisis_it_s.aspx Tue, 30 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT As we approach the start of a new year, Ruth Tong reminds us that we can rely on God when we encounter turning points in our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Angels_in_action_delivering_food_across_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Angels_in_action_delivering_food_across_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 29 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT Angels in disguise were in action in Norfolk over Christmas in the form of City Saints in Action volunteers who joined together to pack and deliver food hampers to refugees, asylum seekers and others in need. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425463/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Bishop_of_Norwich_fulfils_childhood_ambition.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425463/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Bishop_of_Norwich_fulfils_childhood_ambition.aspx Wed, 24 Dec 2014 14:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham James, tells of realising a childhood ambition in a special Christmas message. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425454/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_marathon_fund_raiser.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425454/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_marathon_fund_raiser.aspx Wed, 24 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT Sheringham based Jess Frere-Smith set herself a challenge by taking part in the Norwich Half Marathon in November and raised over 400 for The Matthew Project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425404/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_Christmas_is_so_special.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425404/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_Christmas_is_so_special.aspx Tue, 23 Dec 2014 13:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight reminisces on his childhood Christmases, and explains why Christmas is so special for him. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425229/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Healing_Rooms_offer_prayer_and_training.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425229/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Healing_Rooms_offer_prayer_and_training.aspx Sat, 20 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk Healing Rooms will continue to offer healing prayer in the community as well as training to people who would like to get involved in this ministry. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425068/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/First_woman_bishop_news_welcomed_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/425068/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/First_woman_bishop_news_welcomed_in_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 18 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT The appointment of the first woman bishop in the Church of England, Rev Libby Lane, has been welcomed by senior church figures in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424830/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_is_God_s_salvation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424830/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_is_God_s_salvation.aspx Wed, 17 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT As we get ready for Christmas, Matt Stone takes time out to ponder the true meaning of Salvation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/415405/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_vicar_honoured_at_guide_dog_awards.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/415405/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_vicar_honoured_at_guide_dog_awards.aspx Tue, 16 Dec 2014 10:50:00 GMT Norfolk church minister, the Rev Canon Simon Stokes, vicar of Sprowston has been honoured in the Inspirational Guide Dog Owner of the Year competition run by the Daily Mail. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424509/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Christmas_together_with_Norfolk_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424509/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Christmas_together_with_Norfolk_charity.aspx Sat, 13 Dec 2014 17:00:00 GMT For Michael, Matt and Mark, who have previously been homeless, Christmas this year will be spent together at the Emmaus Norwich community in Ditchingham in South Norfolk. Here are their stories. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424502/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_support_good_news_in_Serbia.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424502/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_support_good_news_in_Serbia.aspx Sat, 13 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT Churches in Norfolk have supported Good News Church in Nis, Serbia, for many years; as more people come to know Christ and the economic climate in this country further deteriorates the church are looking for humanitarian aid and finance http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424496/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Faith_that_helped_Norwich_Sheriff_face_up.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424496/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Faith_that_helped_Norwich_Sheriff_face_up.aspx Sat, 13 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT For a man who has faced up to the grim reality of death on a daily basis for the last 19 years as Norfolk county coroner, Sheriff of Norwich William Armstrong has a faith which has helped sustain him while questioning matters of life and death. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ians_glimpse_of_eternity_after_jellyfish_sting.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ians_glimpse_of_eternity_after_jellyfish_sting.aspx Fri, 12 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT A man who technically died for 20 minutes told a Norwich audience how he glimpsed eternity after a ’fatal’ accident while night fishing off the coast of Mauritius. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424317/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Canon_Michael_Butler_dies_in_road_crash.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424317/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Canon_Michael_Butler_dies_in_road_crash.aspx Fri, 12 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to “warm and friendly” 82-year-old retired clergyman Michael Butler who died in a near his Aylsham home. His vehicle was involved in a collision on the A140 at Alby on November 28. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424113/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Hit_by_a_bus_but_it_was.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424113/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Hit_by_a_bus_but_it_was.aspx Thu, 11 Dec 2014 12:00:00 GMT People often joke ‘you could be hit by a bus tomorrow’. But that is exactly what happened to one young mother, except she was also 33 weeks’ pregnant at the time - and it was no joke. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Nail_biting_win_for_Norwich_team_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/424052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Nail_biting_win_for_Norwich_team_in.aspx Wed, 10 Dec 2014 21:00:00 GMT Norwich Central Baptist Church men's team clinched a 4-3 win on penalties against Bromley's Boro Lane on December 6 in the first game of the National Christian Cup. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Football_fan_Terry_is_chaplain_at_Wroxham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Football_fan_Terry_is_chaplain_at_Wroxham.aspx Wed, 10 Dec 2014 10:00:00 GMT Ex-Norwich prison chaplain Terry Baxter has become chaplain to Wroxham Football Club, combining his love of football with his love of God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423878/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Must_Have_Christmas_present.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423878/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Must_Have_Christmas_present.aspx Wed, 10 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT As Mark Fairweather-Tall completes his Christmas shopping, he considers the greatest gift of all. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423781/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_drugs_smuggler_helps_lead_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423781/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Ex_drugs_smuggler_helps_lead_Norwich_church.aspx Wed, 10 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT Convicted drugs smuggler and addict Clint Holmes discovered a new meaning to life in prison and is now helping to lead a Norwich church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423759/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Canon_Andrew_to_be_installed_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423759/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Canon_Andrew_to_be_installed_at_Norwich.aspx Mon, 08 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral is delighted to announce that the Revd Andrew Bryant has been appointed as its new Canon for Mission and Pastoral Care. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_ministers_Christmas_message_of_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_ministers_Christmas_message_of_hope.aspx Sun, 07 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT A compassionate Norfolk minister has a message of hope for those people whose lives run into problems at Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423413/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_taken_over_by_young_people.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423413/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_taken_over_by_young_people.aspx Thu, 04 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT Taking part in the Children’s Commissioners takeover day 2014 young people in Norwich took over The Matthew Project Unity Service for the day on Friday November 21,2014. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_14.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_14.aspx Thu, 04 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT Rock star and U2 frontman Bono, The Bill actor Graham Cole, Christian musician Philippa Hanna and Norwich sheriff William Armstrong all feature in the Christmas edition of Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, out this weekend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423367/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Shifting_from_one_Season_to_the_next.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423367/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Shifting_from_one_Season_to_the_next.aspx Thu, 04 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT How should we respond when God moves in our lives? Alison Hill shares her thoughts. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422528/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_YouTube_video_channel_is_launched.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422528/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_YouTube_video_channel_is_launched.aspx Tue, 02 Dec 2014 11:00:00 GMT 2014: Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk has launched a new YouTube video channel to showcase short videos from churches, Christians projects and organisations from across Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423220/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Winning_Norfolk_Christian_social_action_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423220/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Winning_Norfolk_Christian_social_action_project.aspx Tue, 02 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT Norwich and Beccles based Sharel@STEP Christian social action project have won two prestigious community awards in six months for the work they complete with those facing hardship and vulnerability. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423115/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Aylsham_churchwarden_and_community_stalwart.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423115/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Aylsham_churchwarden_and_community_stalwart.aspx Tue, 02 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT The North Norfolk town of Aylsham is mourning the loss of Liz Jones, who had been at the forefront of community life for decades. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423044/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Catholics_hear_about_trip_to_Lourdes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423044/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Catholics_hear_about_trip_to_Lourdes.aspx Mon, 01 Dec 2014 12:05:00 GMT The recent meeting of the Norwich Circle of the Catenian Association was an after dinner talk by two Notre Dame sixth formers about their recent trip to Lourdes that had been subsidised by grants from the Catenian Bursary Fund. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422988/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_fills_Carrow_Road_twice_over.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422988/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_fills_Carrow_Road_twice_over.aspx Mon, 01 Dec 2014 08:10:00 GMT This Christmas, hundreds of volunteers and clergy across the Diocese of Norwich will be wrapping over 8000 oranges in red ribbon and preparing for over 1000 festive services. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423014/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christmas_present_from_Kenya_to_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/423014/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christmas_present_from_Kenya_to_Norfolk.aspx Sun, 30 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT A Christmas Joy event in Norwich raised vital funds and awareness for a Christian Aid project in Kenya working with pregnant women and babies in Kenya. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_charity_hits_fundraising_halfway_mark.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_charity_hits_fundraising_halfway_mark.aspx Sat, 29 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT Two years ago, Norwich Youth for Christ launched their fundraising campaign 500 Fivers, where they encouraged people to commit to giving 5 a month to their work. They have now hit their half way mark, prompting the employment a fulltime schools worker. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_Tiger_Tommy_is_internet_hit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_churchs_Tiger_Tommy_is_internet_hit.aspx Sat, 29 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich church’s attempt to recreate the famous John Lewis Christmas advert featuring Monty the Penguin, but pointing to the real meaning of Christmas, has become an overnight internet hit. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422809/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/As_we_prepare_for_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422809/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/As_we_prepare_for_Christmas.aspx Fri, 28 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT As we look forward to celebrating Christ’s birth in a few weeks’ time, Rev Suzanne Cooke looks at what we can learn about the real Jesus from Mark’s gospel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_launches_Christmas_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_launches_Christmas_appeal.aspx Thu, 27 Nov 2014 12:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has launched a new Home for Christmas campaign which aims to help ensure that no young person in Norfolk has to sleep on the street, in cars or on friends’ floors this Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422554/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_groups_raise_500_for_Middle_East.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422554/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_groups_raise_500_for_Middle_East.aspx Tue, 25 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT A fundraising breakfast to aid refugees fleeing violence in Iraq and Syria superbly organised by ‘SHE IS…..’ a group of young women in Norwich, alongside Mothers Union Norwich, raised 500 in 90 minutes! http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422516/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Dozen_bishops_join_900_to_celebrate_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422516/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Dozen_bishops_join_900_to_celebrate_in.aspx Tue, 25 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT Up to 900 people joined 12 bishops and a host of civic guests for the finale event celebrating the centenary year of the Church of England’s St Edmundsbury and Ipswich Diocese. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422442/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Christian_football_league_to_kick_start_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422442/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Christian_football_league_to_kick_start_in.aspx Mon, 24 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT A Christian youth football league is starting up at the North Norfolk coast with the next free taster session planned for December 6 at Blakeney. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422339/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/_76k_raised_in_a_day_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422339/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/_76k_raised_in_a_day_at.aspx Sat, 22 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT The congregation at Soul church in Norwich reached into their pockets and donated a staggering 76,000 to be used for good causes locally and abroad. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422202/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Inspirational_women_s_day_at_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422202/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Inspirational_women_s_day_at_Norwich_church.aspx Fri, 21 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT Saturday 15 November was a memorable day as 230 women gathered at Witard Road Baptist Church for the “Living Free Women’s Conference” in association with New Wine. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422187/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Thank_you_for_supporting_Network_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422187/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Thank_you_for_supporting_Network_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 21 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT Churches, Christian organisations and scores of individuals across Norfolk have responded very generously once again to the Network Norfolk 100 Friends Appeal which has now closed for a further year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422121/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Canon_Seeley_named_as_new_bishop_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422121/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Canon_Seeley_named_as_new_bishop_in.aspx Thu, 20 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT The new Bishop for the Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich is to be The Reverend Canon Martin Seeley, Downing Street announced today (November 20), the last bishop to be appointed under the pre women bishop rules. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Balancing_grace_and_justice.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Balancing_grace_and_justice.aspx Thu, 20 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT Mark Fairweather-Tall reflects on the need for grace whilst ensuring justice is achieved, especially in the light of recent high profile examples in the media. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421797/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Dean_of_Norwich_ruled_out_as_first.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421797/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Dean_of_Norwich_ruled_out_as_first.aspx Tue, 18 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT The Dean of Norwich, who had been among the bookmakers’ favourites to become the first woman bishop following yesterday’s historic decision by General Synod, has ruled herself out of the running. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421730/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_of_England_approves_women_bishops.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421730/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_of_England_approves_women_bishops.aspx Mon, 17 Nov 2014 15:00:00 GMT The Church of England’s General Synod has today enacted the measure enabling women to be ordained as Bishops and Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury, said: “today we can begin to embrace a new way of being the church”. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421621/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Soul_Circus_returns_to_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421621/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Soul_Circus_returns_to_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Mon, 17 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT Experimental worship group Soul Circus returns to Norwich Cathedral on Sunday November 23 from 6pm for a new regular bi-monthly slot. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421620/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Salvation_Army_launches_Norfolk_Xmas_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421620/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Salvation_Army_launches_Norfolk_Xmas_appeal.aspx Mon, 17 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT This year’s Toys and Tins appeal has just been launched by the Salvation Army, at a time when more and more people across the county are in need of help. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421602/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Catholic_clergy_night_enjoyed_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421602/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Catholic_clergy_night_enjoyed_in_Norwich.aspx Sun, 16 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT A Norfolk branch of the faith-based Catenian Association hosted their annual event for local clergy, attended by priests, family members and catholic laymen. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421398/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norfolk_teacher_and_Christian_Aid_stalwart.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421398/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norfolk_teacher_and_Christian_Aid_stalwart.aspx Sat, 15 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT Retired Diss teacher and Christian Aid stalwart, Mary Dawkins (nee Pursehouse) died peacefully at the Two Acres Nursing Home in Taverham on October 29 after a long illness, aged 82. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421527/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Inspiring_evening_from_YMCA_Norfolk_team.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421527/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Inspiring_evening_from_YMCA_Norfolk_team.aspx Fri, 14 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk residents and staff put on an inspiring and entertaining evening at the Open venue in Norwich last night (Nov 13) as a celebration of a year of work for the Christian charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421393/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedral_is_final_stop_for_Prince.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421393/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Cathedral_is_final_stop_for_Prince.aspx Thu, 13 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT The final stop on Prince Edward’s flying visit to the Diocese of Norwich on November 13 was to the iconic Norwich Cathedral where he had a private lunch in the Priory Hall. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421149/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_calls_for_action_over_foodbanks.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421149/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_calls_for_action_over_foodbanks.aspx Tue, 11 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has called for a stronger response to tackle the growth of foodbank use, while speaking in a debate in the House of Lords. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421059/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_can_Christians_be_peace_builders.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421059/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_can_Christians_be_peace_builders.aspx Tue, 11 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT In a world of global conflict, John Myhill shares his views on the need for Christians to work for peace. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421000/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Westminster_mass_for_Norfolk_Police_Chairman.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/421000/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Westminster_mass_for_Norfolk_Police_Chairman.aspx Mon, 10 Nov 2014 14:00:00 GMT The Catholic Police Guild celebrated its 92nd Annual Requiem Mass in memory of  all deceased police officers on Wednesday November 5, 2014 at Westminster Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/420892/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/OMF_International_starts_Norwich_prayer_group.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/420892/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/OMF_International_starts_Norwich_prayer_group.aspx Sun, 09 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT Christian charity OMF is appealing for people interested in praying for their work in the Norwich to contact them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/420445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Funding_boost_for_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/420445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Funding_boost_for_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Tue, 04 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral has received a significant boost, with the announcement of a 491,000 grant to fund repairs to the building. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/420285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Love_is_at_the_centre_of_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/420285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Love_is_at_the_centre_of_the.aspx Tue, 04 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT Keeping love at the centre of everything we do will transform our relationships with each other, and bring us closer to Jesus. Rev Philip Young shares his views. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419183/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_website_wins_national_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419183/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_church_website_wins_national_award.aspx Mon, 03 Nov 2014 19:00:00 GMT A Norwich church website won the award for Most Engaging Small Church Website at the prestigious Christian New Media awards on November 1, bagging a 1,000 prize for the church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/420204/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_parishioners_support_ebola_crisis_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/420204/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_parishioners_support_ebola_crisis_appeal.aspx Mon, 03 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT Parishioners in Norfolk are supporting CAFOD and the Disasters Emergency Committee by praying for those affected and donating to the appeal, their gifts are providing life-saving hygiene kits, food for quarantined families and helping CAFOD partners sprea http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/420134/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/1000_children_hear_about_Jesus_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/420134/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/1000_children_hear_about_Jesus_at_Norwich.aspx Sun, 02 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT Over 1,000 children visited Norwich Cathedral during Schools Week in October where they heard about who Jesus is through Bible reading, storytelling, drama and dance. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416499/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Appeal_to_join_24_hour_Norwich_Bible.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416499/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Appeal_to_join_24_hour_Norwich_Bible.aspx Fri, 31 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT An appeal has been issued for readers from all sections of the community to join a 24-hour performance art reading of the New Testament in a Norwich church at the start of November. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419800/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_Tim_wins_police_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419800/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_Tim_wins_police_award.aspx Thu, 30 Oct 2014 07:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian Tim Stapleford was honoured at Norfolk Constabulary's annual awards for his work in the local community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_team_members_at_Norwich_Christian_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/New_team_members_at_Norwich_Christian_project.aspx Wed, 29 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT This academic year at Norwich based youth project ENYP is an exciting one with new appointments to the team, enabling further expansion to the children and youth projects. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419743/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/UEA_Catholics_join_for_Mass_and_fellowship.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419743/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/UEA_Catholics_join_for_Mass_and_fellowship.aspx Wed, 29 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT Catholic students at the University of East Anglia recently gathered for Mass and entertainment. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Dozens_of_Norfolk_churches_are_at_risk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Dozens_of_Norfolk_churches_are_at_risk.aspx Tue, 28 Oct 2014 22:55:00 GMT English Heritage’s annual 'Heritage At Risk' Register has revealed that in the Diocese of Norwich, 28 listed Places of Worship are at risk and in urgent need of repair. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_s_love_shines_through_the_dark.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_s_love_shines_through_the_dark.aspx Tue, 28 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT God’s love for us can provide immense support when life is tough. Ruth Tong speaks from the heart. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419493/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_couple_celebrate_50_years_of_marriage.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419493/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_couple_celebrate_50_years_of_marriage.aspx Sat, 25 Oct 2014 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich Christian couple have celebrated 50 years of marriage and 40 years of serving the community through a church they founded, at a surprise party and musical tribute featuring the well-known All Souls Orchestra. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419326/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Gordon_shares_faith_building_story_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419326/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Gordon_shares_faith_building_story_at_Norwich.aspx Fri, 24 Oct 2014 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk business man Gordon Bambridge, who “accidentally became a Christian” at the age of 28 at his children's christening service, was even more surprised when he later found that his own story inspired life-changing faith in the lives of others. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419323/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_FGB_launches_social_media_channels.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419323/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_FGB_launches_social_media_channels.aspx Thu, 23 Oct 2014 23:00:00 GMT The Norwich chapter of FGB has given its communications a complete revamp by launching a new Facebook page, a Twitter feed and a refreshed website with a new online location. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419240/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Campolo_gives_hard_hitting_views_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419240/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Campolo_gives_hard_hitting_views_in_Norwich.aspx Thu, 23 Oct 2014 11:00:00 GMT American Christian sociologist, pastor and social justice campaigner, Tony Campolo, was in Norwich yesterday (October 22) speaking to church pastors and at a CompassionUK event. He also spoke exclusively to Network Norfolk giving some hard-hitting views. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/On_holiday_with_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/On_holiday_with_God.aspx Wed, 22 Oct 2014 23:00:00 GMT Going on holiday is an ideal opportunity for prayer, refreshment, and renewed passion in our walk with God, says Matt Stone. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419078/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_urges_churches_to_pay_Living.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419078/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_urges_churches_to_pay_Living.aspx Wed, 22 Oct 2014 23:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich has announced that its Board of Finance has become a Living Wage employer and the Bishop of Norwich is encouraging other churches across Norwich and Norfolk to join it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419017/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Earl_of_Wessex_set_to_visit_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/419017/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Earl_of_Wessex_set_to_visit_Norwich.aspx Wed, 22 Oct 2014 23:00:00 GMT The key role of the Diocese of Norwich in education provision will be highlighted by the visit of HRH The Earl of Wessex to Norfolk on November 13. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/418989/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_solidarity_for_those_suffering_injustice.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/418989/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_solidarity_for_those_suffering_injustice.aspx Sun, 19 Oct 2014 23:00:00 GMT Around 50 people gathered in Norwich at the Hunger for Justice event to hear about climate change from a Christian perspective and emphasise that this planet is a gift to be stewarded not squandered. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/418826/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Goals_galore_in_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/418826/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Goals_galore_in_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx Fri, 17 Oct 2014 23:00:00 GMT It was a day of goals, goals, goals in the Norfolk Christian Football league on Saturday October 18. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/418825/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Free_football_fun_on_offer_in_North.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/418825/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Free_football_fun_on_offer_in_North.aspx Fri, 17 Oct 2014 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League (NCFL) is set to run a free, fun and competitive Saturday morning football taster session at Blakeney Village Hall on Saturday November 8 in its latest bid to kick-start Christian youth football in North Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/418566/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Video_boost_for_innovative_Norfolk_cafe_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/418566/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Video_boost_for_innovative_Norfolk_cafe_church.aspx Wed, 15 Oct 2014 23:00:00 GMT An innovative Fresh Expression of church which has been successfully running in South Norfolk for the past seven years, has just received a boost in its profile with the release of a ten-minute video about the project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/418419/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Obedience_to_God_is_key_to_our.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/418419/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Obedience_to_God_is_key_to_our.aspx Tue, 14 Oct 2014 23:00:00 GMT Pure obedience is born out of trust, and will only come when we trust God in every area of our lives, explains Alison Hill. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/418322/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Nurse_takes_up_Norwich_health_chaplain_role.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/418322/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Nurse_takes_up_Norwich_health_chaplain_role.aspx Mon, 13 Oct 2014 23:00:00 GMT A nurse and church minister with a wealth of experience providing specialist nursing to Norfolk patients who are reaching the end of their lives has been appointed as Chaplain with a community health trust. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/417892/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Lottery_funding_boost_for_five_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/417892/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Lottery_funding_boost_for_five_Norfolk_churches.aspx Wed, 08 Oct 2014 23:00:00 GMT The Heritage Lottery Fund has announced a total of 780,000 in grants to secure the future of five key historic churches in Norfolk that are in urgent need of repair. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/417689/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_challenge_of_relationships.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/417689/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_challenge_of_relationships.aspx Mon, 06 Oct 2014 23:00:00 GMT Relationships difficulties are a common cause of distress in our society. Good marriage preparation - for those getting married in a church or registry office - is essential, as Duncan MacInnes explains. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/417505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_survey_of_20_000_names_top.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/417505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_survey_of_20_000_names_top.aspx Mon, 06 Oct 2014 17:40:00 GMT Death, suffering, relationship and family problems, disappointment and injustice are the burning issues that most concern people across Norfolk, according to the 20,000 who responded to a recent survey by 60 local churches. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/417483/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Recycling_revolution_for_Norfolk_Christian_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/417483/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Recycling_revolution_for_Norfolk_Christian_charity.aspx Mon, 06 Oct 2014 13:00:00 GMT Last year, with the support of the Matthew Project and Norfolk residents, the Plastic4Charity project recycled over 26 tonnes of plastic and hope to recycle over 30 tonnes by the end of this year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/417342/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_adventurer_takes_on_round_GB_challenge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/417342/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_adventurer_takes_on_round_GB_challenge.aspx Sat, 04 Oct 2014 06:00:00 GMT Norfolk adventurer Richard Steven is about to set off on his latest, and biggest, challenge – a coastal circumnavigation of Great Britain on a diesel motorbike, powered by recycled chip oil for fuel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/417338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Nicky_Gumbel_at_Norfolk_Big_Alpha_Supper.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/417338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Nicky_Gumbel_at_Norfolk_Big_Alpha_Supper.aspx Fri, 03 Oct 2014 18:00:00 GMT 1400 people packed into the Norfolk Showground on Oct 2 for the Big Alpha Supper with Nicky Gumbel. The results of the county-wide Who Cares survey were announced and people were invited to join their local Alpha course. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/417263/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Former_solicitor_is_new_Norwich_bishops_chaplain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/417263/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Former_solicitor_is_new_Norwich_bishops_chaplain.aspx Fri, 03 Oct 2014 11:00:00 GMT The Revd James Stewart has been appointed as Chaplain to the Bishop of Norwich and Diocesan Coordinator for Social and Community Concerns. He will be licensed at Norwich Cathedral on Wednesday October 8 http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/417027/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Norfolk_substance_misuse_service_launches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/417027/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Norfolk_substance_misuse_service_launches.aspx Wed, 01 Oct 2014 16:00:00 GMT New services to provide support to children, young people and families across Norfolk who are misusing drugs or alcohol, or who are affected by the misuse of others, is being launched today (October 1) by the Matthew Project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Bombing_is_not_a_solution.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Bombing_is_not_a_solution.aspx Tue, 30 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT To answer violence and hatred with more violence will just make a bad situation worse says Revd Philip Young on the subject of military action in the Middle East. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416926/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League_honour_for_Derek.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416926/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League_honour_for_Derek.aspx Mon, 29 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League long service trophy has been personally presented to one of the league’s founder members, Derek Cate, by Rene Hollinger, widow of league stalwart Sam Hollinger in whose honour the trophy is named. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_café_to_redeem_food_vouchers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_Christian_café_to_redeem_food_vouchers.aspx Sun, 28 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT All Saints' Centre in Norwich ran a popular food voucher scheme to help needy people in the city. Now the Centre has closed, vouchers can be redeemed for a limited time at St Stephen's Church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416730/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Lives_lost_to_addiction_remembered_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416730/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Lives_lost_to_addiction_remembered_in_Norwich.aspx Sun, 28 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT A Service of Remembrance for those who have died through drugs or alcohol addiction across Norfolk will be held at Norwich Cathedral on October 2, at 7.30pm. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416391/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_pilot_sees_heaven_as_his_destination.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416391/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_pilot_sees_heaven_as_his_destination.aspx Sun, 28 Sep 2014 10:00:00 GMT Having time for people, a community spirit and taking opportunities are values that have driven Norwich-born Malcolm Springall. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Julie_found_her_destiny_not_in_stars.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Julie_found_her_destiny_not_in_stars.aspx Sat, 27 Sep 2014 10:00:00 GMT She worked for the Beatles, married a pop star and became a single parent but now Norfolk-born Julie Anderson is an influential church pastor with her husband Rod, in Suffolk and London. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416384/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Visionary_Norfolk_workshop_born_in_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416384/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Visionary_Norfolk_workshop_born_in_prayer.aspx Thu, 25 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT A visionary idea born in a small home prayer group in a seaside village in north Norfolk led to a pioneering project to help needy people in Norwich which this year is celebrating its 30th anniversary. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416109/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Billy_Graham_video_message_set_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416109/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Billy_Graham_video_message_set_for.aspx Wed, 24 Sep 2014 15:00:00 GMT Some 30 years after American evangelist Billy Graham visited Carrow Road in Norwich for the Mission England crusade, his message of hope will once again be heard in the city with a new video message for the UK released in November, with the help of Norfol http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/New_pastor_welcomed_at_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/New_pastor_welcomed_at_Norwich_church.aspx Tue, 23 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT Witard Road Baptist Church was in celebratory mood on Saturday 13 September, when the Induction Service for new pastor Steve Thomasson was held at the church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416206/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Faith_in_God_helps_through_personal_tragedy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/416206/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Faith_in_God_helps_through_personal_tragedy.aspx Tue, 23 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT The last person Tony Mallion imagined talking about faith in God was James Bond 007. Here he considers how Pierce Brosnan's faith in God helped him through personal tragedy. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/415860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_stalwart_Peter_retires_after_22.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/415860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_stalwart_Peter_retires_after_22.aspx Sun, 21 Sep 2014 15:00:00 GMT Good News for Norwich and Norfolk stalwart Peter Barnes has retired from his position as advertising manager and administrator after 22 years' service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/415858/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/South_Norfolk_churches_are_stronger_together.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/415858/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/South_Norfolk_churches_are_stronger_together.aspx Sun, 21 Sep 2014 09:00:00 GMT For over ten years the churches in Poringland and Framingham Earl, just south of Norwich, have enjoyed a "light touch" formal relationship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/415609/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Archdeacon_races_in_Norfolk_for_autism.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/415609/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Archdeacon_races_in_Norfolk_for_autism.aspx Fri, 19 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT An Archdeacon whose son has autism has competed in 10k competitions in various East Anglian locations including Thurston, Hadleigh, Wymondham, Bungay, Brandon, Dedham and Colchester to raise awareness and thousands of pounds in funds to help families whos http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/415440/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_far_reaching_consequences_of_Scotland_vote.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/415440/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_far_reaching_consequences_of_Scotland_vote.aspx Tue, 16 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT As the date for the referendum on Scottish independence arrives, Mark Fairweather-Tall considers the lasting consequences of the vote and looks at what the Bible says about Godly decision making. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/415401/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Catholic_medals_presented_by_Norfolk_policeman.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/415401/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Catholic_medals_presented_by_Norfolk_policeman.aspx Mon, 15 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT A Norfolk policeman presented medals to Catholic Police Guild members during Mass at Westminster Cathedral celebrating the centenary of the founding of the guild http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/415330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_League_season_kicks_off_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/415330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_League_season_kicks_off_with.aspx Mon, 15 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League has kicked off a new season with 44 teams in five different divisions, including a number of new youth sides and has a new league secretary. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/415058/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/20_000_in_Norfolk_respond_to_Who.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/415058/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/20_000_in_Norfolk_respond_to_Who.aspx Mon, 15 Sep 2014 19:00:00 GMT Nearly 20,000 people across Norfolk have been reached by more than 60 local churches and organisations working together as part of the Christian mission Who Cares in the past three months. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414832/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bruno_bikes_in_to_Bowthorpe_ministry.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414832/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bruno_bikes_in_to_Bowthorpe_ministry.aspx Thu, 11 Sep 2014 17:00:00 GMT Bruno Boldrini, a former Italian accountant, who is now a minister-in-training in Norwich, says he ‘overjoyed’ to be serving at Bowthorpe Church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414825/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Norfolk_based_charity_celebrates_third_birthday.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414825/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Norfolk_based_charity_celebrates_third_birthday.aspx Thu, 11 Sep 2014 14:10:00 GMT Emmaus Norwich, a locally based charity that supports formally homeless people by providing them a home and work, is celebrating its birthday this month. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414799/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Chance_to_see_impact_of_Matthew_Projects.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414799/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Chance_to_see_impact_of_Matthew_Projects.aspx Thu, 11 Sep 2014 14:00:00 GMT The Norwich-based Matthew Project is set to relaunch its Under18 drug + alcohol service on October 1 after successfully re-tendering for the service provision and there is an opportunity to see the impact of the work at an event on September 18. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414755/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_shoebox_appeal_needs_storage_premises.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414755/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_shoebox_appeal_needs_storage_premises.aspx Wed, 10 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk branch of Operation Christmas Child is seeking premises for its team of volunteers to store the thousands of shoeboxes that the county’s churches, schools and voluntary groups donate each year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_14.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_14.aspx Wed, 10 Sep 2014 22:25:00 GMT The Harvest 2014 edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk is bursting with great stories and the e-edition has just been published online. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414437/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/City_Church_Wymondham_becomes_Alive.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414437/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/City_Church_Wymondham_becomes_Alive.aspx Tue, 09 Sep 2014 02:00:00 GMT A South Norfolk church is relaunching under a new name and linked to a Lincolnshire-based church network. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414446/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Julian_is_new_Methodist_chief_in_East.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414446/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Julian_is_new_Methodist_chief_in_East.aspx Sun, 07 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT A minister with a Norfolk connection has been welcomed as the new Chair of the East Anglia District of the Methodist Church – the equivalent of a bishop. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414424/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/600_Norfolk_churches_open_doors_to_cyclists.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414424/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/600_Norfolk_churches_open_doors_to_cyclists.aspx Sun, 07 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT Over the last 30 years over 2.5million has been raised through the annual sponsored bike ride and walk organised by the Norfolk Churches Trust, and many will be walking and cycling on Saturday September 13 in this year's event. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_charity_launches_shoebox_appeal_across_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/414174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_charity_launches_shoebox_appeal_across_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 04 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT People in Norfolk are among the most generous in the country according to a Christian charity as they launch their annual shoebox appeal for families and the elderly across Eastern Europe. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/413629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/First_Chinese_church_established_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/413629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/First_Chinese_church_established_in_Norwich.aspx Tue, 02 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT The first Chinese church in East Anglia was established on Monday September 1 at a celebration at Wroxham Road Methodist Church. The journey to get to this point started over a decade ago in a living room in Taverham. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/412049/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Christian_view_is_the_cup_is_half.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/412049/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Christian_view_is_the_cup_is_half.aspx Tue, 02 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk Quaker and former magistrate, John Myhill, considers the Christian response to catastrophic news stories in the media. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/413327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/All_Saints_centre_closes_but_spirit_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/413327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/All_Saints_centre_closes_but_spirit_of.aspx Mon, 01 Sep 2014 15:00:00 GMT The All Saints drop-in centre and café in Norwich city centre closed with a final service on Friday (August 29), but there is hope that the spirit which has carried it over the past 35 years remains and can yet be resurrected elsewhere in the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/413325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_priest_Jan_tells_of_battle_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/413325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_priest_Jan_tells_of_battle_with.aspx Fri, 29 Aug 2014 23:00:00 GMT The Archdeacon of Norwich, the Ven Jan McFarlane has spoken of her ongoing battle with breast cancer and the strong faith which has helped her to face up to the disease. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/412892/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/My_attitude_is_gratitude.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/412892/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/My_attitude_is_gratitude.aspx Tue, 26 Aug 2014 23:00:00 GMT It is good to give thanks to God says regular Network Norfolk columnist Reverend Philip Young. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/412087/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Holy_Land_trip_cancelled_due_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/412087/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Holy_Land_trip_cancelled_due_to.aspx Sun, 24 Aug 2014 23:00:00 GMT A group of 30 Norfolk Christians have had their trip to Israel and Palestine in September, during which they were hoping to speak to local Christians on both sides of the conflict, cancelled due to the current unrest in the region. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/411973/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Mary_says_thanks_to_YMCA_Norfolk_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/411973/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Mary_says_thanks_to_YMCA_Norfolk_with.aspx Thu, 21 Aug 2014 23:00:00 GMT Twice abandoned by her mother, Norwich teenager Mary Hayes was given a home and a future by the work of YMCA Norfolk and now she is set to repay that help by completing a skydive to raise cash for the Christian charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/411640/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_League_looks_to_new_season.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/411640/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_League_looks_to_new_season.aspx Wed, 20 Aug 2014 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League’s AGM heard from a young Norwich City player and the club chaplain, alongside the chief executive of Norfolk FA. League chairman Mike Culwick also reports on a new league administrator and several new teams. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/411510/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Living_in_step_with_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/411510/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Living_in_step_with_God.aspx Tue, 19 Aug 2014 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian speaker Ruth Tong looks at the steps we can take in order to live in step with God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/411116/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_host_Knitters_and_Stitchers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/411116/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_host_Knitters_and_Stitchers.aspx Tue, 12 Aug 2014 23:00:00 GMT Venues all over the county, many of them churches, are resounding to the sound of clicking needles, as Norfolk Knitters and Stitchers indulge in their hobby, reaching out to the lonely and helping dozens of charities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/411053/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/No_quick_fixes_to_grow_our_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/411053/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/No_quick_fixes_to_grow_our_churches.aspx Mon, 11 Aug 2014 23:00:00 GMT There is no quick, easy way to grow our churches says Rev Matt Stone, we need to invest in our relationships to see people connect with God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/410600/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/God_genes_morality_alturism_and_grace.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/410600/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/God_genes_morality_alturism_and_grace.aspx Wed, 06 Aug 2014 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight examines the concept of human altruism, Divine love and grace. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/410392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_dentists_tale_is_entertaining_read.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/410392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_dentists_tale_is_entertaining_read.aspx Tue, 05 Aug 2014 06:00:00 GMT A new book by Norfolk writer and church leader Barrie Lawrence, entitled “A Dentist’s Story” tells his life story, and highlights the experiences that have been pivotal in determining his outlook and beliefs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/410400/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Green_vision_of_Norwich_Quaker_philosopher.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/410400/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Green_vision_of_Norwich_Quaker_philosopher.aspx Mon, 04 Aug 2014 16:00:00 GMT Norwich Quaker, philosopher, UEA academic and high profile Green Party politician, Dr Rupert Read, is a deep thinker who has clear ideas on stewardship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/410388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Is_peace_possible_between_Israel_and_Palestine.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/410388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Is_peace_possible_between_Israel_and_Palestine.aspx Thu, 31 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT Unless we can bring peace to the Holy Land then we will find it very difficult to bring peace anywhere else in the Middle East or to the rest of the world says Revd Philip Young. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/410253/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Sewing_Bee_star_Chinelo_helps_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/410253/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Sewing_Bee_star_Chinelo_helps_Norfolk_church.aspx Wed, 30 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT Chinelo Bally who shot to fame as BBC TV’s popular Sewing Bee finalist helped to button-up Hub Community Project’s charity auction in Wymondham, Norfolk, earlier this year when one of her unique creations went under the hammer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/410212/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Philosophy_and_the_movement_towards_war.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/410212/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Philosophy_and_the_movement_towards_war.aspx Tue, 29 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk magistrate and Quaker John Myhill looks at nineteenth century German philosophy to see where seeds were sown for world war. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/409742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/6000_teenagers_head_to_Norfolk_Christian_camp.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/409742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/6000_teenagers_head_to_Norfolk_Christian_camp.aspx Sun, 27 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT Many may have seen the large tent being erected on the Royal Norfolk Showground this week, in preparation for Newday 2014. Ready to receive over 6,000 teenagers, leaders, youth workers and volunteers from across the country, the showground will host 6 day http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/409667/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Visit_100_Norfolk_churches_this_summer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/409667/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Visit_100_Norfolk_churches_this_summer.aspx Wed, 23 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich is again hosting their “Summer Trail”, a fun activity throughout the summer holidays for children and families. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/409177/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Youngsters_highlight_Norwich_homelessness_issue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/409177/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Youngsters_highlight_Norwich_homelessness_issue.aspx Sat, 19 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT Up to 50 young people, families, YMCA supporters and staff slept in cardboard shelters under the stars near Norwich on Friday night (July 18) to raise awareness of homelessness and raise cash to support the vital work of YMCA Norfolk in combatting it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/409041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Norwich_Pride_march_divides_church_opinion.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/409041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Norwich_Pride_march_divides_church_opinion.aspx Fri, 18 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT The staging of the Norwich Pride march on July 26 has divided opinion in the Norwich Christian community. While many churches are not comfortable with the event, a handful are more supportive. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/408885/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/All_work_and_no_play_can_dull.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/408885/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/All_work_and_no_play_can_dull.aspx Tue, 15 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT On his return from holiday, Rev Mark Fairweather-Tall reflects on balance between work and rest in the rhythm of life and how this impacts on our spirituality. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/408721/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Women_bishops_yes_vote_is_welcomed_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/408721/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Women_bishops_yes_vote_is_welcomed_in.aspx Sun, 13 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT The General Synod of the Church of England has today (July 14) given its final approval for women to become bishops in the Church of England and the move has been welcomed in the Diocese of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/408392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_Christian_Matt_Cook.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/408392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_Christian_Matt_Cook.aspx Thu, 10 Jul 2014 04:00:00 GMT A memorial service was due to be held on Saturday (July 12) for well-known Norfolk Christian Matt Cook, who was a member of Radical Church, The Burn and Liberty Church Bungay. Close friend Jim Langley pays tribute. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/408327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_Dollys_show_echoes_the_church_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/408327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_Dollys_show_echoes_the_church_at.aspx Tue, 08 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT The church could learn a thing or two from 68 year old Dolly Parton's triumphant performance at Glastonbury says Rev Suzanne Cooke. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/408238/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Service_ends_50_years_of_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/408238/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Service_ends_50_years_of_Norwich_church.aspx Tue, 08 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT Fifty years of history for a high-profile Norwich church were brought to an end on Sunday night (July 6) when the final service of Norwich Family life Church was held at its Mason Road premises in the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/407973/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Making_movies_in_the_house_of_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/407973/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Making_movies_in_the_house_of_God.aspx Sat, 05 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT With another blockbuster movie just finished filming inside Norwich Cathedral, Mark Sims examines the arguments for and against using churches for other purposes as well as worship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/407974/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Goffs_vision_stretches_from_Norwich_to_China.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/407974/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Goffs_vision_stretches_from_Norwich_to_China.aspx Fri, 04 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT In the fifth article of a series on Christian stewardship with high profile figures across Norfolk, John Myhill met former King’s Community Church Norwich pastor, Goff Hope. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/407769/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_NewRevs_ordained_to_serve_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/407769/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_NewRevs_ordained_to_serve_community.aspx Wed, 02 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT The Church of England will be ordaining nearly 1000 men and women this summer including 18 in Norfolk this weekend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/407772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_dont_Christians_pay_atheists_to_attend.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/407772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_dont_Christians_pay_atheists_to_attend.aspx Tue, 01 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight asks whether people should be offered financial incentives to come to church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405665/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/John_Pantrys_world_tour_comes_to_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405665/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/John_Pantrys_world_tour_comes_to_Norwich.aspx Thu, 26 Jun 2014 18:10:00 GMT Local listeners and supporters of Premier Christian Radio packed out the music room of Norwich’s Assembly House to hear DJ John Pantry sing and talk about the radio’s plans for growth. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/406635/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_call_to_give_FIFA_tax_breaks.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/406635/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_call_to_give_FIFA_tax_breaks.aspx Thu, 26 Jun 2014 10:00:00 GMT Brazil will lose up to 320 million in tax revenue because world football body FIFA insists on tax breaks for its large corporate sponsors. Norfolk Christians are being asked to back the campaign calling on FIFA president Sepp Blatter to end the practice. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/406582/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tribute_to_greatly_loved_Norfolk_priest_Elaine.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/406582/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tribute_to_greatly_loved_Norfolk_priest_Elaine.aspx Tue, 24 Jun 2014 23:00:00 GMT Revd Elaine Constantine, amongst the first group of women to be ordained as priests in 1992, loved by hundreds as a priest, counsellor and friend, died after a long illness at the age of 63. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/406482/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Writing_about_a_new_politics_of_love.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/406482/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Writing_about_a_new_politics_of_love.aspx Tue, 24 Jun 2014 23:00:00 GMT Rev Philip Young explains why he is resigning from his post with the Diocese of Norwich to concentrate on writing a bestseller persuading people about matters of peace, justice and the integrity of creation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/406442/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/All_Saints_Centre_in_Norwich_is_set.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/406442/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/All_Saints_Centre_in_Norwich_is_set.aspx Tue, 24 Jun 2014 14:00:00 GMT All Saints’ Centre, in Norwich city centre, is set to close at the end of June after 35 years of service to the local community when its trustees decided it could no longer afford to be kept open following prolonged financial difficulties. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/406380/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Norwich_project_marks_ten_years_of_Peru.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/406380/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Norwich_project_marks_ten_years_of_Peru.aspx Tue, 24 Jun 2014 09:00:00 GMT Norwich-based Christian social action project Hope and Song to Freedom has celebrated its tenth anniversary of making a difference in the lives of those who suffer injustices in Lima, Peru. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/406008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_set_for_first_female_dean_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/406008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_set_for_first_female_dean_in.aspx Mon, 23 Jun 2014 20:00:00 GMT The new Dean of Norwich has been officially installed during a historic service on Saturday, 21 June, at Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/406034/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_couples_east_coast_healing_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/406034/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_couples_east_coast_healing_mission.aspx Fri, 20 Jun 2014 23:00:00 GMT The couple behind the Norfolk Healing Rooms are set for an East Coast road trip this summer to take their motor home and Christian healing ministry to towns and resorts from Sunderland to Lowestoft. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/406005/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_charity_to_provide_drug_support_services.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/406005/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_charity_to_provide_drug_support_services.aspx Fri, 20 Jun 2014 12:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project has received a double boost with news that from October it will be providing two new support services around substance misuse to young people in Norfolk and it has just held a successful charity ball in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/10_000_Christians_in_Norfolk_show_they.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/10_000_Christians_in_Norfolk_show_they.aspx Wed, 18 Jun 2014 23:00:00 GMT More than 10,000 Christians across Norfolk will be involved in the Who Cares? Mission listening phase over the next three months either praying or asking the One Question Survey. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_s_glorious_grace_over_foot_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_s_glorious_grace_over_foot_in.aspx Wed, 18 Jun 2014 14:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian speaker Ruth Tong writes openly about one of the effects of her battle with depression, and how God graciously covers her even when she is at her lowest socially. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405700/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Christian_Aid_pirates_call_for_tax.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405700/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Christian_Aid_pirates_call_for_tax.aspx Mon, 16 Jun 2014 23:00:00 GMT Skullduggery was afoot at the Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk event outside the Forum in Norwich last weekend when regional Christian Aid co-ordinator Julian Bryant dressed up as a pirate to draw attention to the issue of tax injustice. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405588/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebration_of_faith_and_unity_across_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405588/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebration_of_faith_and_unity_across_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 16 Jun 2014 15:20:00 GMT 2014: The Christian community across Norwich and Norfolk showed that it is alive, active and in very good health at the flagship Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk festival taking place at the Forum and on Millennium Plain in Norwich from June 13. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405573/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Church_unity_is_key_says_Transforming_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405573/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Church_unity_is_key_says_Transforming_Norwich.aspx Sat, 14 Jun 2014 23:00:00 GMT 2014: The benefits of building relationships across church boundaries and working towards church unity were the key messages from the annual general meeting of Transforming Norwich held at St Peter Mancroft’s Octagon chapel in the city centre on June 13. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405444/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Norwich_church_fathers_focus_on_trafficking.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405444/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Norwich_church_fathers_focus_on_trafficking.aspx Fri, 13 Jun 2014 08:00:00 GMT Norwich based church Proclaimers used Father’s Day on Sunday June 15 as an opportunity to raise awareness about the issue of human trafficking. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405230/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/WORD_Trust_celebrates_a_decade_of_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405230/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/WORD_Trust_celebrates_a_decade_of_service.aspx Tue, 10 Jun 2014 23:00:00 GMT Reaching 10 years of operation is an exciting time for the Norwich-based Christian charity, the Widows and Orphan Relief and Development (WORD) Trust. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405047/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Billys_message_of_hope_back_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405047/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Billys_message_of_hope_back_in_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 10 Jun 2014 22:00:00 GMT Some 30 years after American evangelist Billy Graham visited Carrow Road in Norwich for the Mission England crusade, his message of hope will once again be heard in the city with a new UK video in November and My Hope at Celebrate Norfolk on June 14. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Do_you_recognise_your_role_as_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/405052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Do_you_recognise_your_role_as_a.aspx Tue, 10 Jun 2014 19:25:00 GMT Rev Matt Stone reminds us that as Christians we are all priests and ministers, and encourages each one of us to start living like it both within and outside of the church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/404918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Befriend_and_grow_Norwich_CAP_Debt_Centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/404918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Befriend_and_grow_Norwich_CAP_Debt_Centre.aspx Sun, 08 Jun 2014 19:00:00 GMT Norwich CAP Debt Counselling Centre has been fully booked from day one and so to ensure free help reaches more people in financial need, it is taking on extra staff and appealing for volunteers from churches across the city to join them as Befrienders. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/404906/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_grans_stitch_in_time_mission_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/404906/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_grans_stitch_in_time_mission_of.aspx Sat, 07 Jun 2014 23:00:00 GMT French-born grandmother, Anna Bayles, may be nudging ninety but she has no intention of retiring from helping to clothe under-privileged youngsters from Africa and East Anglia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/404538/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pope_receives_helmet_from_Norfolk_policeman.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/404538/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pope_receives_helmet_from_Norfolk_policeman.aspx Thu, 05 Jun 2014 10:10:00 GMT A Norfolk Policeman presented a Metropolitan Police helmet to Pope Francis when the pair met during a pilgrimage to Rome last week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/404522/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_Jesus_was_probably_not_a_socialist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/404522/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_Jesus_was_probably_not_a_socialist.aspx Wed, 04 Jun 2014 20:00:00 GMT Countering the claim that Jesus was a socialist, Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight argues that Christ’s teachings lean more towards an endorsement of laissez-faire economic policy. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/404414/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norwich_church_football_helps_restore_community_pride.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/404414/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norwich_church_football_helps_restore_community_pride.aspx Wed, 04 Jun 2014 10:00:00 GMT Weekly football sessions organised by a Norwich church, aimed at reducing anti-social behaviour and giving young people a reason to care for their community, have been proving a real success. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/404514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_shoebox_appeal_seeks_place_to_pack.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/404514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_shoebox_appeal_seeks_place_to_pack.aspx Tue, 03 Jun 2014 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk branch of Operation Christmas Child is seeking new premises for its team of volunteers to collate and sort the thousands of shoeboxes that the county’s churches, schools and voluntary groups donate each year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/404407/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/World_record_set_in_church_tent_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/404407/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/World_record_set_in_church_tent_at.aspx Tue, 03 Jun 2014 23:00:00 GMT A new Guinness World Record was set by celebrity freestyle footballer Daniel Magness in the Church of England marquee at the Suffolk Show near Ipswich last Wednesday http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/404226/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Vineyard_is_25th_church_in_unity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/404226/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Vineyard_is_25th_church_in_unity.aspx Sat, 31 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT The 35th Prayer for Revival event in Norwich saw a stick from Norwich Vineyard senior pastor Geoff Lawton bound to the current 24 sticks from other local churches as a sign of unity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/403877/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_message_do_church_notice_boards_send.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/403877/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_message_do_church_notice_boards_send.aspx Wed, 28 May 2014 19:00:00 GMT Mark Fairweather Tall recalls his attempts to create engaging slogans for church notice boards and reflects on issues raised by news that a complaint made by a passer-by to a poster outside a Norfolk church was recorded by the police as a 'hate incident'. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/403125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_are_paid_to_Norfolk_charity_pioneer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/403125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_are_paid_to_Norfolk_charity_pioneer.aspx Wed, 28 May 2014 02:00:00 GMT Gordon Rudge, a former Norfolk turkey farmer, who also raised thousands of pounds to help educate village children in the Philippines, has died a few weeks short of his 81st birthday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/403342/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Priest_and_vicar_on_move_and_bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/403342/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Priest_and_vicar_on_move_and_bishop.aspx Wed, 21 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT Latest news about the Norfolk Christian community includes a departing priest, an arriving vicar and a visit by a bishop. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/403317/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Past_News_and_Events/Norwich_dinner_hears_of_China_love_story.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/403317/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Past_News_and_Events/Norwich_dinner_hears_of_China_love_story.aspx Wed, 21 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT An American language teacher and a gifted English linguist who first met in Beijing, China – and were subsequently married – shared their story “of God’s absolute faithfulness” at a dinner evening at the Best Western Brook Hotel, Bowthorpe on June 13. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/403182/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Embracing_the_difficulty_of_not_knowing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/403182/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Embracing_the_difficulty_of_not_knowing.aspx Tue, 20 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT Influenced by thinking from the emerging church movement, Norfolk social worker and writer Ben Bell casts a critical eye over what he sees as unbending religion, and argues for a humble acceptance of the unknown. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402984/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_bishop_and_ex_sheriff_take_leap.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402984/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_bishop_and_ex_sheriff_take_leap.aspx Mon, 19 May 2014 18:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, a former High Sheriff of Norfolk and 16 others took a leap of faith on Saturday by jumping from a plane for a skydive to raise funds for The Matthew Project, a drug and alcohol charity in Norfolk and Suffolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Police_conference_a_success_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Police_conference_a_success_in_Norfolk.aspx Sat, 17 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk branch of the CPA hosted the CPA national conference over the May Day bank holiday weekend at Belsey Bridge Conference Centre, Ditchingham, Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402849/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Norwich_church_gets_new_pastor_and_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402849/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Norwich_church_gets_new_pastor_and_new.aspx Fri, 16 May 2014 09:00:00 GMT One of Norwich’s largest and most high profile churches, Norwich Family Life Church, has announced that it is appointing new senior pastors and transitioning into a new church called SOUL Church on July 13. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402763/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Pilgrimage_to_span_Britain_starts_in_East.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402763/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Pilgrimage_to_span_Britain_starts_in_East.aspx Wed, 14 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT A pilgrimage with a difference, with a dream to span Great Britain from Lowestoft to St Davids has been launched along the Norfolk and Suffolk border. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402590/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_vicar_to_lead_multi_faith_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402590/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_vicar_to_lead_multi_faith_church.aspx Wed, 14 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT Well-known Norwich vicar Rev Nicholas Vesey is set to leave St Luke’s church to take up the role as Spiritual Leader of a church in Aspen in the Colorado mountains of central USA. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402725/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_honours_outstanding_staff.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402725/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_honours_outstanding_staff.aspx Wed, 14 May 2014 16:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk staff from across the county have been honoured for outstanding service to the Christian charity in an annual awards and celebration event. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402613/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Our_finely_tuned_universe_inspires_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402613/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Our_finely_tuned_universe_inspires_faith.aspx Wed, 14 May 2014 08:00:00 GMT Alan Fisher has been exploring current theories explaining how our universe works and shares his reflections on how recent scientific thinking strengthens our faith in a creator who was there from the very beginning. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402731/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Letton_Hall_says_farewell_to_Bill_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402731/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Letton_Hall_says_farewell_to_Bill_and.aspx Tue, 13 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT Mid-Norfolk Christian retreat centre Letton Hall have recently announced the retirement of long-serving resident staff, Bill and Valerie Crudgington. Centre Manager Daniel Pritchard says they miss the hardworking couple. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402611/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/The_Matthew_Project_plugs_gap_in_family.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402611/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/The_Matthew_Project_plugs_gap_in_family.aspx Tue, 13 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT Only one in three parents/carers in Norfolk is aware that support is available to those affected by substance misuse within the family and now The Matthew Project is helping to address this gap by providing support workshops. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402454/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/900_mile_cycle_for_77_year_old.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402454/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/900_mile_cycle_for_77_year_old.aspx Mon, 12 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT On May 14 Great Granddad Ray Sykes from Poringland will begin a 24 day challenge cycling the 900 mile Pilgrim's Way to raise money for a new Norfolk children’s hospice.   http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402133/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Dramatic_and_historic_win_in_Bishops_Cup.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402133/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Dramatic_and_historic_win_in_Bishops_Cup.aspx Sat, 10 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT One of the closest Bishop’s Cup finals for many years was fought out yesterday in front of a crowd of around 80 people and saw underdogs Holy Trinity snatch a dramatic and historic late win from favourites and cup holders UEA Rovers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402074/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Saintly_ethics_Norwich_lecture_on_science_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/402074/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Saintly_ethics_Norwich_lecture_on_science_and.aspx Fri, 09 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT Professor Sarah Coakley, the first woman to hold the prestigious Norris Hulse Chair of Divinity at Cambridge University, gave the 2014 Science and Faith in Norfolk Annual Lecture to over 120 people in Norwich Cathedral on May 8. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401834/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Norwich_Baptist_church_names_its_new_pastor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401834/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Norwich_Baptist_church_names_its_new_pastor.aspx Wed, 07 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT Witard Road Baptist Church in Norwich has named its new pastor following the retirement of David Adams after 16 years at the helm. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401832/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Make_a_difference_this_Christian_Aid_Week.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401832/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Make_a_difference_this_Christian_Aid_Week.aspx Wed, 07 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT Every church can make a difference this Christian Aid Week (May 11-17) to the millions of people whose lives are torn apart by war. East of England Regional Coordinator, Julian Bryant, explains how. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401764/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_boost_7m_plan_faith_network.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401764/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_boost_7m_plan_faith_network.aspx Wed, 07 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT Latest news about the Norfolk Christian community includes a new 7m community hub, a stately home boost for historic churches, a new interfaith network and the Archdeacon of Lynn’s charity Charge. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Cutting_edge_Christians_success_failure_and_BBC3.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Cutting_edge_Christians_success_failure_and_BBC3.aspx Wed, 07 May 2014 19:00:00 GMT The decision to take BBC3 off our TV screens and instead create an internet based channel has caused Rev Suzanne Cooke, founder of Soul Circus, to consider how Christians approach failure and how this impacts our willingness to be cutting edge.   http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401559/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Use_vote_to_best_bring_about_Gods.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401559/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Use_vote_to_best_bring_about_Gods.aspx Mon, 05 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT In the run-up to the Local and European Elections on May 22, Norfolk priest Rev Peter Varney gives his view on why Christians should get involved in politics and cast their vote. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401536/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_marks_20_years_of_women_priests.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401536/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_marks_20_years_of_women_priests.aspx Sun, 04 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT Ten female priests returned to Norwich Cathedral on April 30 – exactly 20 years from the day they were ordained - to celebrate the anniversary of women in the priesthood. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401507/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Emerge_Christian_network_launches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401507/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Emerge_Christian_network_launches.aspx Sun, 04 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT A new non-denominational Christian network for young adults in rural areas in Norfolk is being launched in Norwich on May 10. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Winners_crowned_at_Norfolk_Christian_youth_finals.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Winners_crowned_at_Norfolk_Christian_youth_finals.aspx Fri, 02 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT Three Norfolk Christian Youth League cup finals produced plenty of goals and close-fought games at Thorpe High School 3G Astroturf pitches on Saturday morning http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401316/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_couple_treasure_WWI_New_Testament.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401316/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_couple_treasure_WWI_New_Testament.aspx Fri, 02 May 2014 09:00:00 GMT 100 years after the start of World War I, Norwich Christian Joyce Harrison and husband John, tell of how they treasure her father’s ‘Active Service’ New Testament which he was given on enlisting aged just 17. Mike Wiltshire reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_league_winners_crowned.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_league_winners_crowned.aspx Wed, 30 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT The winners of the two men’s divisions of the Norfolk Christian Football League have been crowned and presented with their trophies after another successful season draws to a close. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/400979/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Faith_helps_William_deal_with_life_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/400979/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Faith_helps_William_deal_with_life_and.aspx Wed, 30 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT In the fourth article of a series on Christian stewardship with high profile figures across Norfolk, John Myhill met former county Coroner, and soon to be Sheriff of Norwich, William Armstrong. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401172/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Britain_Christian_ex_Christian_or_post_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401172/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Britain_Christian_ex_Christian_or_post_Christian.aspx Wed, 30 Apr 2014 19:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight explores the debate sparked recently by David Cameron around whether the UK is a ‘Christian nation’, including consideration of whether the Church and State should be separated. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401086/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Roberts_faith_fosters_hope_for_Chinese_orphans.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/401086/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Roberts_faith_fosters_hope_for_Chinese_orphans.aspx Tue, 29 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT He introduced the concept of foster care to China and is giving 250,000 orphans the chance to grow up in a family. Now Robert Glover's Norwich-based charity has been awarded more than 2m to expand its work. He talks about fostering, football and faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/400626/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Pioneering_church_in_Round_House_Park.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/400626/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Pioneering_church_in_Round_House_Park.aspx Sun, 27 Apr 2014 09:00:00 GMT As Fresh Expressions of church boom in Norfolk, Revd. Heather Cracknell shares her experience of working on a new housing estate in Cringleford, exploring Fresh Expressions of church by creating places for people to meet and promoting ways to live well. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/400531/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Soaring_East_region_demand_for_foodbanks.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/400531/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Soaring_East_region_demand_for_foodbanks.aspx Thu, 24 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT The number of people in the East Region receiving emergency food from Trussell Trust foodbanks in the last year has almost trebled from the previous year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/400564/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Party_bids_for_first_Euro_election.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/400564/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Party_bids_for_first_Euro_election.aspx Wed, 23 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT The Christian Peoples Alliance has launched its bid to become the first Christian Party in the UK to win a seat at the European Elections on May 22 and has named its candidates in the East of England, with Norfolk Christians taking the top three slots. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/400512/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_co_creator_with_God_in_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/400512/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_co_creator_with_God_in_the.aspx Wed, 23 Apr 2014 18:00:00 GMT Diocese of Norwich Environmental Officer, Rev Philip Young sets out his vision statement based on the Christian calling to be God’s agent in caring for the planet and by doing so to bring wholeness and healing to a broken world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/393088/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Police_to_hold_conference_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/393088/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Police_to_hold_conference_in_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 23 Apr 2014 12:00:00 GMT The Christian Police Association is to hold its annual national conference in Norfolk this year for the first time in its 130-year history and space is still available for anyone who wants to attend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/400375/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_skydive_celebrations_and_clergy_moves.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/400375/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_skydive_celebrations_and_clergy_moves.aspx Mon, 21 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT Latest news about the Norwich and Norfolk Christian community includes an Easter message from the Bishop of Norwich, celebrations in south Norfolk churches and people on the move in the Diocese of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/400325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Past_News_and_Events/Christian_Poirot_shares_his_story_at_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/400325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Past_News_and_Events/Christian_Poirot_shares_his_story_at_Norwich.aspx Mon, 21 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT Former senior detective Tim Stevens, who once led investigations into murder and other major crimes, shared his “own greatest discovery” – his search for peace and subsequent personal faith in Jesus Christ – at an inspirational dinner evening in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/400200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_to_take_a_Leap.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/400200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_of_Norwich_to_take_a_Leap.aspx Sat, 19 Apr 2014 10:00:00 GMT Norfolk’s drug and alcohol charity The Matthew Project is appealing for brave volunteers to take part in a sponsored skydive on May 17 alongside the Bishop of Norwich and members of his family. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/399812/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Bishops_unite_in_support_of_Norwich_social.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/399812/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Bishops_unite_in_support_of_Norwich_social.aspx Tue, 15 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT Roman Catholic and Anglican bishops were united this week as they visited the Magdalene Group in Norwich to draw attention to the work of a Christian group engaged in social action. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/399796/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/That_s_not_all_folks_says_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/399796/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/That_s_not_all_folks_says_God.aspx Tue, 15 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Minister Matt Stone considers how the empty tomb on Easter Sunday contradicts the catchphrase ‘That’s all folks’, giving death and life new meaning through physical and spiritual resurrection. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/399092/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Soldiers_carried_pocket_scriptures_into_battle.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/399092/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Soldiers_carried_pocket_scriptures_into_battle.aspx Thu, 10 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT For many of the 100,000 men from Norfolk who were caught up in the horror and carnage of World War I, there was one item that brought a measure of spiritual comfort and hope in life-or-death situations: a pocket-sized 'Active Service' New Testament. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/399280/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Tamil_church_in_Norwich_celebrates_five_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/399280/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Tamil_church_in_Norwich_celebrates_five_years.aspx Wed, 09 Apr 2014 21:00:00 GMT On Sunday April 6 the Tamil speaking Bethany Church in Tuckswood, Norwich celebrated its fifth anniversary with a festive service in which the congregation were encouraged to consider themselves as missionaries to Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/399134/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Climbing_up_your_ladder_Christianity_and_status.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/399134/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Climbing_up_your_ladder_Christianity_and_status.aspx Wed, 09 Apr 2014 09:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight considers the impact of acquiring a better status and why, with God's help, we should view reaching our own potential positively, as we do all we can to help others reach theirs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/398520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Fresh_expressions_of_church_boom_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/398520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Fresh_expressions_of_church_boom_in_Norfolk.aspx Sun, 06 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT A national research report published in January found that the Anglican Diocese of Norwich has experienced a boom in the rise of Fresh Expressions of church throughout the past seven years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/398718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Norwich_church_becomes_part_of_Hillsong_family.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/398718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Norwich_church_becomes_part_of_Hillsong_family.aspx Sat, 05 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT Norwich church Proclaimers has officially become part of the globally-known Hillsong family of churches, centred around a 30,000-strong ‘mega-church’ in Sydney, Australia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/398519/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Couple_back_from_Brazil_to_Norfolk_missions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/398519/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Couple_back_from_Brazil_to_Norfolk_missions.aspx Sat, 05 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT With the England football team heading for Brazil this summer to play in the World Cup, two Norfolk Christian missionaries have travelled in the opposite direction after spending four years working in the slums of Belo Horizonte. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/398514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_world_for_new_Matthew_Project_chief.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/398514/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/New_world_for_new_Matthew_Project_chief.aspx Fri, 04 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT Norwich-based drug and alcohol charity, the Matthew Project, has appointed Paul Martin, from Missionary Aviation Fellowship UK, as its new chief executive. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/398362/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_graffiti_new_rector_and_crash_tragedy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/398362/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_graffiti_new_rector_and_crash_tragedy.aspx Wed, 02 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT Latest news about the Norfolk Christian community includes a project studying graffiti in Norfolk churches, a new rural rector appointed and tributes to a church-going family killed in a Norfolk car crash. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/398266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/My_gift_is_my_song_and_this.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/398266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/My_gift_is_my_song_and_this.aspx Wed, 02 Apr 2014 10:00:00 GMT Hearing an Elton John song while stuck in traffic on the M25 inspires Norfolk Christian speaker Ruth Tong to reflect on the sacrifice of true worship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/398019/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_14.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/398019/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_14.aspx Sun, 30 Mar 2014 23:00:00 GMT Be among the first to read the Easter 2014 edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk which has just released its latest e-edition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Who_Cares_training_prepares_Norfolk_for_action.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Who_Cares_training_prepares_Norfolk_for_action.aspx Sun, 30 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT Christians from across Norfolk were trained for the Who Cares mission last weekend, and are now equipped to transform the lives of Norfolk people by listening and responding to their concerns. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/397709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Long_serving_Norwich_Baptist_pastor_retires.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/397709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Long_serving_Norwich_Baptist_pastor_retires.aspx Thu, 27 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT Rev David Adams, one of Norwich’s longest serving and influential ministers is due to retire this Sunday, March 30, from Witard Road Baptist church, where he had been the Pastor since the mid-1990s. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/396870/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_church_shown_how_to_work_around.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/396870/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_church_shown_how_to_work_around.aspx Fri, 21 Mar 2014 10:00:00 GMT A new licence which will help churches carry out repairs, renovation, and other building works where small numbers of common bat species are present was demonstrated at a North Norfolk church this week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/396466/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Over_120_Norfolk_churches_join_Easter_egg.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/396466/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Over_120_Norfolk_churches_join_Easter_egg.aspx Tue, 18 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT Over 120 churches in the Diocese of Norwich have hidden an Easter Egg somewhere in their building – and you’re invited to find them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/396003/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/UEA_Rovers_win_National_Christian_Cup_semi.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/396003/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/UEA_Rovers_win_National_Christian_Cup_semi.aspx Fri, 14 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT UEA Rovers secured a coveted semi-final place in the prestigious National Christian Cup with a disciplined 1-0 quarter-final win over Welwyn St Mary’s from the Herts Christian Football League. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/395962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Evangelism_the_elephant_in_the_room.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/395962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Evangelism_the_elephant_in_the_room.aspx Wed, 12 Mar 2014 20:00:00 GMT Norwich minister Rev Mark Fairweather Tall explores why the subject of evangelism is being avoided by many churches and looks at ways we can grow our gospel confidence so that we see more of the power of God who saves. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/395768/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Richard_believes_in_a_Norfolk_that_can.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/395768/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Richard_believes_in_a_Norfolk_that_can.aspx Tue, 11 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT In the third article of a series on Christian stewardship with high profile figures across Norfolk, John Myhill met Richard Jewson, Lord Lieutenant of Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/395028/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_launches_Open_Churches_guide.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/395028/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_launches_Open_Churches_guide.aspx Wed, 05 Mar 2014 20:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich has published the 2014 Open Churches Booklet with interesting historical facts and weekday opening times of over 500 churches in Norfolk and Waveney, as an encouragement to explore the treasures they hold within. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392044/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Hitchens_atheist_arguments_under_scrutiny.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392044/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Hitchens_atheist_arguments_under_scrutiny.aspx Wed, 05 Mar 2014 07:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight dissects the popular arguments of atheist Christopher Hitchens on God, religion and faith, following on from Richard Dawkins last month, and argues that they do not stand up well to scrutiny. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/394863/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwichs_Matthew_Project_names_new_CEO.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/394863/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwichs_Matthew_Project_names_new_CEO.aspx Tue, 04 Mar 2014 14:00:00 GMT Norwich-based drug and alcohol charity, the Matthew Project, has appointed Paul Martin, from Missionary Aviation Fellowship UK, as its new chief executive. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/394875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Help_the_homeless_this_Lent_says_YMCA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/394875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Help_the_homeless_this_Lent_says_YMCA.aspx Tue, 04 Mar 2014 12:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk is appealing to people across Norfolk to make a real difference by “giving out as well as giving up” for Lent this year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/394691/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolk_Organists_Assocation_keen_to_expand.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/394691/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norfolk_Organists_Assocation_keen_to_expand.aspx Sun, 02 Mar 2014 20:00:00 GMT The President Elect of the Norfolk Organists’ Association is keen to expand their already very active membership and become even more of a resource to churches and clergy.   http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/394397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Packed_church_welcomes_new_South_Norfolk_pastor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/394397/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Packed_church_welcomes_new_South_Norfolk_pastor.aspx Fri, 28 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT A packed congregation has welcomed a new pastor’s ordination at Attleborough Baptist Church in South Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/393779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Operation_Christmas_Child_thanks_Norfolk_donors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/393779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Operation_Christmas_Child_thanks_Norfolk_donors.aspx Sat, 22 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT Samaritan’s Purse is thanking the generosity of all those in Norfolk who contributed to the 900,000 gift-filled shoeboxes donated in the UK for needy children around the world as part of the 2013 Operation Christmas Child appeal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/393552/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_many_stars_are_there_in_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/393552/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_many_stars_are_there_in_the.aspx Wed, 19 Feb 2014 12:00:00 GMT Heart for Ipswich team member, Alan Fisher provides a brief insight into the awe inspiring immensity of the Universe and the mind blowing greatness of our God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_team_in_National_Cup.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_team_in_National_Cup.aspx Tue, 18 Feb 2014 20:00:00 GMT A men's team in the Norfolk Christian Football League are competing in the National Christian Cup, with the next match in Norwich on February 21. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392888/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Mothers_Union_fundraises_for_Sudan.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392888/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Mothers_Union_fundraises_for_Sudan.aspx Wed, 12 Feb 2014 11:00:00 GMT With fundraising efforts across the county, members of the Mothers’ Union Norwich Diocese are contributing to a grant of 25,000 to aid the humanitarian response to thousands of displaced people in South Sudan. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392818/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Let_climate_change_unite_not_tear_apart.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392818/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Let_climate_change_unite_not_tear_apart.aspx Wed, 12 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT As some campaign for the Government to divert funding from the overseas aid budget to help flood victims in the UK, Rev Philip Young warns of the great danger of retreating into tribalism in the face of climate change. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Paddy_stands_up_for_faith_hope_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Paddy_stands_up_for_faith_hope_and.aspx Mon, 10 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT In his series on Christian stewardship with high profile figures across Norfolk, John Myhill met Paddy Seligman, OBE, former magistrates chairman, a Deputy Lieutenant of Norfolk, chairman of the EDP We Care Appeal and a Canon of Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392280/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/First_female_Dean_of_Norwich_appointed.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392280/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/First_female_Dean_of_Norwich_appointed.aspx Fri, 07 Feb 2014 14:00:00 GMT VIDEO: The Queen has approved the nomination of the Revd Canon Jane Hedges as the next Dean of Norwich, the first female Dean in the Cathedral’s 900-year history. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392193/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_based_childrens_charity_welcomes_Nick.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392193/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_based_childrens_charity_welcomes_Nick.aspx Fri, 07 Feb 2014 12:00:00 GMT Norwich-based children’s care charity Care for Children has welcomed former YMCA Norfolk corporate support director Nick Nundy to the team as its Group Head of Finance. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_former_Norfolk_headmaster.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_former_Norfolk_headmaster.aspx Fri, 07 Feb 2014 07:00:00 GMT 2014: Tributes have been paid to former head of St Edmund's Catholic Secondary School, Gorleston, author and Catenian, Frank Devany. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392060/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Examining_the_delusions_of_Dawkins.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/392060/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Examining_the_delusions_of_Dawkins.aspx Thu, 06 Feb 2014 10:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight dissects the popular arguments of atheists Richard Dawkins and Christopher Hitchens on God, religion and faith and argues that they do not stand up well to scrutiny. This week Richard Dawkins. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/391805/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Emmaus_Norwich_supporting_the_homeless.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/391805/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Emmaus_Norwich_supporting_the_homeless.aspx Tue, 04 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT Emmaus Norwich aims to rebuild lives of people with experience of homelessness. Our community offers a stable home in a supportive environment and meaningful work in our retail and recycling social enterprise. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/391696/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Couple_help_YMCA_support_youngsters_in_need.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/391696/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Couple_help_YMCA_support_youngsters_in_need.aspx Tue, 04 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT It was when they discovered that one of their daughter’s friends had been sleeping on the floor of a garden shed that first prompted Norwich couple Cathy and Rob Robinson to find out more about the YMCA Norfolk Supported Lodgings scheme. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/391559/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_want_to_reach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/391559/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Youth_for_Christ_want_to_reach.aspx Mon, 03 Feb 2014 18:00:00 GMT The annual thanksgiving service of Norwich Youth for Christ featured the commissioning of creative arts youthworker Libby Redman, a performance by the Gospel Choir and a look at the exciting developments of the organisation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/382155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Gumbel_issues_invite_to_Norwich_vision_night.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/382155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Gumbel_issues_invite_to_Norwich_vision_night.aspx Fri, 31 Jan 2014 14:00:00 GMT Nicky Gumbel, the founder of the Alpha Course from Holy Trinity Brompton in London has issued a video invitation to Christians across Norfolk to attend the Who Cares Vision Night on Norwich Cathedral on February 7. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/391164/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/To_get_up_and_leave_the_Grammys.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/391164/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/To_get_up_and_leave_the_Grammys.aspx Wed, 29 Jan 2014 20:00:00 GMT On Sunday evening Christian music singer songwriter Natalie Grant walked out of the Grammy Awards Ceremony provoking Norfolk Christian speaker Ruth Tong to reflect on the importance of being clear about what we stand for. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/391076/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Decide_at_Norfolk_church_with_two_campuses.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/391076/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Decide_at_Norfolk_church_with_two_campuses.aspx Wed, 29 Jan 2014 10:00:00 GMT A church with two campuses in Norwich and Downham will hear from the Founder of the International Justice Mission UK about human trafficking to kickstart a series of events called Decide14, giving people the opportunity to decide to live a better life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/390253/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Radical_church_holds_Norwich_outreach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/390253/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Radical_church_holds_Norwich_outreach.aspx Tue, 28 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT The newly formed Radical Church will be holding their next outreach service on Saturday February 1 at St Stephens. Join them to find out more about this church purposely seeking to provide family to those on the margins of society in Norwich and Yarmouth. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/390664/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_celebrates_30_years_with_launch.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/390664/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_celebrates_30_years_with_launch.aspx Fri, 24 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project has started a year of celebrations to mark its 30th birthday with a party to launch a new Voicebox caravan to help it engage with young people around Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/390657/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_appeals_to_Norfolk_parents.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/390657/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_appeals_to_Norfolk_parents.aspx Fri, 24 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project is aiming to enlist the help of 1,000 parents or carers to help it determine the current level of awareness of young people’s drug and alcohol services in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/390311/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/It_s_not_about_you_It_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/390311/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/It_s_not_about_you_It_s.aspx Thu, 23 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT Norwich minister Matt Stone shakes us from our amnesia urging us to get over ourselves!  He reminds us that it is always all about God, never about us.  http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/390100/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_sees_fresh_church_growth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/390100/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_sees_fresh_church_growth.aspx Tue, 21 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT Fresh Expressions of church are growing all over the country, and in particular in the Diocese of Norwich, according to a report published last week http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/389860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_site_showcases_1000_Christian_artists.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/389860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_site_showcases_1000_Christian_artists.aspx Sun, 19 Jan 2014 16:00:00 GMT With over 1,000 Christian musicians listed, Norfolk minister Revd John Shaw, has set up a website to help people to find great Christian music. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/389814/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tribute_to_greatly_loved_Norwich_church_organist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/389814/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tribute_to_greatly_loved_Norwich_church_organist.aspx Fri, 17 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT Greatly-loved church organist at Surrey Chapel, John Tillett died on January 4 aged 85. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/389315/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_church_leaders_in_act_of_spiritual.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/389315/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_church_leaders_in_act_of_spiritual.aspx Thu, 16 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT Two dozen Norfolk church pastors publicly declared their spiritual unity with a symbolic binding together of sticks at a Prayer for Revival event on January 6. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/389310/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Attacks_on_Norfolk_church_ministers_revealed.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/389310/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Attacks_on_Norfolk_church_ministers_revealed.aspx Thu, 16 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT Four Norfolk clergy have been victims of assault or harassment over the past five years according to new figures revealed in a Freedom of Information request. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/389208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Church_psychology_childhood_and_Gollum.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/389208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Church_psychology_childhood_and_Gollum.aspx Wed, 15 Jan 2014 12:00:00 GMT Norfolk social worker and writer Ben Bell briefly explores some of the psychological issues affecting how people relate to the church and Christianity due to their early childhood experiences. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/388585/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prayers_for_Norfolk_helicopter_crash_victims.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/388585/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prayers_for_Norfolk_helicopter_crash_victims.aspx Fri, 10 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT Prayers were said in churches across Norfolk and North Suffolk this Sunday for the families and colleagues of those who lost their lives in Tuesday’s helicopter crash in North Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/388348/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_announces_Lent_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/388348/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_announces_Lent_project.aspx Thu, 09 Jan 2014 01:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich will launch its 2014 Lent Project on January 17 when three Bishops will encourage Norfolk Christians to give away some of their good fortune this Lent to improve the resources of students preparing for ministry in Papau New Guinea. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/388222/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Love_and_work_beyond_national_barriers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/388222/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Love_and_work_beyond_national_barriers.aspx Wed, 08 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight argues that discriminating against people because of where they are born is absurd, both from a Godly perspective and in terms of what is good for the economy. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/387399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pantomime_Royal_family_and_Norwich_Bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/387399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pantomime_Royal_family_and_Norwich_Bishop.aspx Wed, 01 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT News in brief of interest to the Norfolk Christian community includes a pantomime service, the Bishop of Norwich’s Christmas message and thousands turning out in West Norfolk to see the Royal family attend church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/387427/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_musical_church_duo_honoured_by_Queen.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/387427/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_musical_church_duo_honoured_by_Queen.aspx Tue, 31 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT Two Norfolk Christian musicians have been recognised in the New Year’s Honours List for their services to music and bell-ringing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/387362/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Cators_eyes_are_open_for_their_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/387362/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Cators_eyes_are_open_for_their_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 30 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT In a wide-ranging interview with former Norfolk High Sheriff Henry Cator and his wife Ski, John Myhill draws out the theme of Christian stewardship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/387347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Nightstop_gives_homeless_a_helping_hand.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/387347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Nightstop_gives_homeless_a_helping_hand.aspx Sun, 29 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT “I will never forget how much you have helped me.” So reads the letter that Norwich couple Sally and Charles Carus received recently from teenager Steph, after sharing their home with the homeless teenager. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/387170/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/YMCA_helps_make_Barrys_dreams_come_true.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/387170/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/YMCA_helps_make_Barrys_dreams_come_true.aspx Tue, 24 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT Teenager Barry John Moore has two dreams – one is to get a fantasy novel published and the second is to join the Royal Marines. And with a little help from YMCA Norfolk, he is well on the way to achieving both. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/387089/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Francis_Welby_Mandela_Jesus_changed_the_music.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/387089/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Francis_Welby_Mandela_Jesus_changed_the_music.aspx Mon, 23 Dec 2013 10:00:00 GMT In his Christmas message, the Rt Revd Graham James, Bishop of Norwich, talks about figures who have changed the world’s music. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/387069/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Aids_typhoon_appeal_tops_2_million.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/387069/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Aids_typhoon_appeal_tops_2_million.aspx Sun, 22 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT Donations to Christian Aid’s Typhoon appeal, launched only six weeks ago, has topped 2.2 million to help survivors of one of the worst storms in history. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/387027/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Cash_boost_secures_future_of_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/387027/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Cash_boost_secures_future_of_Norfolk_churches.aspx Sat, 21 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) yesterday announced over 500,000 in grants to help secure the future and increase community involvement in seven of the East of England’s most historic churches, including four in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/386805/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_puts_on_a_Christmas_show.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/386805/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_puts_on_a_Christmas_show.aspx Thu, 19 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT Young people and staff from YMCA Norfolk put on a Christmas show with a difference for a packed Curve Theatre at the Forum in Norwich on Tuesday (December 17) night. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/386779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/S_Norfolk_church_appeals_to_new_generation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/386779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/S_Norfolk_church_appeals_to_new_generation.aspx Wed, 18 Dec 2013 20:00:00 GMT In an area where churches struggle to attract children, Great Moulton Evangelical Chapel is delighted with its growing Messy Church congregation and the opportunity to be able to present young people with a Bible this Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/386600/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Preparing_for_Christmas_and_the_second_coming.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/386600/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Preparing_for_Christmas_and_the_second_coming.aspx Tue, 17 Dec 2013 20:00:00 GMT As we prepare for Christmas and celebrate Jesus coming to earth, Norfolk evangelist John Wright presents an unconventional Christmas message challenging us to consider seriously signs leading to when Jesus will come again. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/386422/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_church_treasures_on_top_100_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/386422/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_church_treasures_on_top_100_at.aspx Tue, 17 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT Seven of the nation’s top 100 church treasures which are under threat have been found in Norfolk according to a new report which says 3m is needed to restore them all. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/386272/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_heroine_gave_her_life_to_save.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/386272/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_heroine_gave_her_life_to_save.aspx Sat, 14 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk world war one heroine, nurse Edith Cavell, gave her own life to save those of others, and bravely went to her death at the hands of a German firing squad, sure of her Christian faith and forgiving those who were about to kill her. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/386088/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Peter_is_a_friend_to_Norwich_panto.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/386088/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Peter_is_a_friend_to_Norwich_panto.aspx Fri, 13 Dec 2013 10:00:00 GMT When the stars deliver a bumper package of festive fun at the Theatre Royal's Cinderella pantomime in Norwich this year, Canon Peter Nokes will take a particular interest. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/382325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norwich_minister_pays_tribute_to_Mandela.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/382325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norwich_minister_pays_tribute_to_Mandela.aspx Thu, 12 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich church minister has spoken of his encounter with Nelson Mandela during a mission trip to South Africa and his admiration for the former president and message of forgiveness and reconciliation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/382206/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Light_candles_rather_than_curse_darkness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/382206/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Light_candles_rather_than_curse_darkness.aspx Thu, 12 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT Writing on Human Rights Day, Rev Philip Young encourages us to celebrate the life of Nelson Mandela by bringing light in the darkness and supporting the work of Amnesty International. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/382200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Nelson_Mandela_great_heroic_and_human.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/382200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Nelson_Mandela_great_heroic_and_human.aspx Wed, 11 Dec 2013 10:00:00 GMT James Knight considers a balanced response to Nelson Mandela’s death, concluding that the former South African president was one of the greatest people in modern history, walking a path resembling the love, grace and forgiveness Jesus showed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/382274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_MU_news_includes_farewell_and_inspiration.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/382274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_MU_news_includes_farewell_and_inspiration.aspx Wed, 11 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT News from the Mothers Union in Norwich includes a farewell from Barbara Bryant, news about the Stalham Posada and ideas about how to welcome children into church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Christmas_if_it_s_true_it_changes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Christmas_if_it_s_true_it_changes.aspx Mon, 09 Dec 2013 13:00:00 GMT As Christmas approaches Rev Ian Dyble looks at the transformation of Scrooge in “A Christmas Carol” and asks whether we will let the evidence of God’s love for us in Christ change us this advent. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_pastor_s_peace_over_brain_tumour.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_pastor_s_peace_over_brain_tumour.aspx Mon, 09 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT Despite the recurrence of an aggressive brain tumour, Norwich pastor Tom Chapman says he has an incredible sense of peace and the joy of being able to look forward to Christmases beyond this one. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381874/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Trials_and_inspirations_of_Norfolk_magistrate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381874/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Trials_and_inspirations_of_Norfolk_magistrate.aspx Sun, 08 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk magistrate and Quaker John Myhill has just retired from the Bench after ten years service in the Norwich courts, but it was when he was in the dock himself in front of a Crown Court judge that proved a major turning point in his life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381861/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Simon_Thomas_has_two_great_Norfolk_passions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381861/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Simon_Thomas_has_two_great_Norfolk_passions.aspx Sun, 08 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT Sky Sports football frontman and ex-Blue Peter presenter Simon Thomas, who grew up in a Norfolk vicarage, acquired two great loves before leaving the county – a life-long passion for Norwich City and a strong Christian faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381773/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_legend_Wakemans_epic_new_journey.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381773/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_legend_Wakemans_epic_new_journey.aspx Sat, 07 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk-based rock legend Rick Wakeman is embarking on a new Journey To The Centre Of The Earth, some 40 years after the epic solo rock album was first released. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381565/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Year_of_faith_celebrated_by_3_500.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381565/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Year_of_faith_celebrated_by_3_500.aspx Thu, 05 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich celebration of a Year of Faith called by Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI drew an estimated 3,500 Catholics from Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough to the city, led by the new Catholic Bishop of East Anglia, Rt Rev Alan Hopes. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381483/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_13.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381483/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_13.aspx Thu, 05 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT Chief Scout and TV adventurer Bear Grylls, Poirot actor David Suchet, rock legend Rick Wakeman and TV football presenter Simon Thomas all feature in the Christmas edition of Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, out this weekend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381453/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Living_the_dream_with_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381453/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Living_the_dream_with_God.aspx Wed, 04 Dec 2013 20:00:00 GMT In a recent dream, regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight was reminded how blessed we are to have an omniscient God who seeks to be so closely involved in our lives for our own good. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381450/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_mission_for_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381450/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_mission_for_Norfolk_Christian_Football_League.aspx Wed, 04 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League aims to connect churches to their communities through the medium of football. League vice chairman, Jim Green explains the league’s new mission statement. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381161/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Thriving_Norfolk_charity_seeks_new_CEO.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/381161/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Thriving_Norfolk_charity_seeks_new_CEO.aspx Mon, 02 Dec 2013 21:10:00 GMT The Matthew Project, a Norfolk and Suffolk based charity, is seeking a new Chief Executive Officer following the recent resignation of Rosalie Weetman, who has held the post since February 2012. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/380906/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Culture_Archive/Philippa_Hanna_speaks_from_heart_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/380906/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Culture_Archive/Philippa_Hanna_speaks_from_heart_in_Norwich.aspx Sun, 01 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT International Christian singer-songwriter Philippa Hanna spoke from her heart to Network Norfolk before her concert last night (November 28) in Norwich at the ChurchBigNightIn with Stuart Townend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/380890/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Christian_Colin_tells_of_Spirit_encounter.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/380890/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Christian_Colin_tells_of_Spirit_encounter.aspx Fri, 29 Nov 2013 16:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian Colin Gillett experienced intense debilitating pain for years due to Crohn’s disease. Here he tells his story of healing and why he is thankful to God for each day. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/380705/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_worker_meets_his_Amazonian_heroes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/380705/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_worker_meets_his_Amazonian_heroes.aspx Wed, 27 Nov 2013 18:00:00 GMT Norwich-based Christian Aid worker Julian Bryant has flown across the world to the Amazon area of Bolivia to see what a difference the Christian development charity’s partnership work is making. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/380582/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_is_your_online_profile_really_saying.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/380582/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_is_your_online_profile_really_saying.aspx Wed, 27 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian speaker Ruth Tong considers the tricky balance of presenting ourselves truthfully through social media while avoiding inappropriate openness.  http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/380210/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_Trust_takes_on_first_academy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/380210/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_Trust_takes_on_first_academy.aspx Fri, 22 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich has set up a new Education and Academies Trust, taken on its first academy school, and is looking to add further schools, including the Open Academy in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/380096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Women_bishops_vote_welcomed_in_Norwich_Diocese.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/380096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Women_bishops_vote_welcomed_in_Norwich_Diocese.aspx Thu, 21 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT The General Synod of the Church of England yesterday (November 20) voted overwhelmingly to approve a package of measures as the next steps to enable women to become bishops. And the move has been welcomed in the Norwich Diocese. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/380075/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Young_people_take_over_at_Matthew_Project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/380075/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Young_people_take_over_at_Matthew_Project.aspx Thu, 21 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT Young people will be taking over control of the Norwich-based Matthew Project’s Under18 Service and Youth Team on Friday November 22. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/380023/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Fixing_our_eyes_on_the_glory_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/380023/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Fixing_our_eyes_on_the_glory_of.aspx Wed, 20 Nov 2013 21:00:00 GMT Rev Matt Stone illustrates how God’s glory is revealed not just in the splendour of creation, but in the beautiful, radiant love shown by Jesus in the act of salvation, and examines what this love means for us practically in the way we live our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/379850/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_to_take_13_000ft_leap.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/379850/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_to_take_13_000ft_leap.aspx Tue, 19 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, along with other supporters of the Matthew Project, will be taking a leap of faith from 13,000ft next May to raise funds for the Christian-based charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/379747/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Salvation_Army_launch_Norfolk_Christmas_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/379747/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Salvation_Army_launch_Norfolk_Christmas_appeal.aspx Mon, 18 Nov 2013 21:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army launched its Christmas ‘Toys and Tins Appeal’ on Sunday November 17 with two dozen motorcyclists travelling from Stalham to Norwich collecting donations along the way.   http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/379520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Help_bring_urgent_aid_to_the_Philippines.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/379520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Help_bring_urgent_aid_to_the_Philippines.aspx Fri, 15 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian Aid Coordinator, Julian Bryant says that local people can be part of the relief effort in the Philippines by supporting the DEC appeal, which has so far raised an incredible 30 million due to the generosity of the British public. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/379305/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Take_God_out_of_your_religious_box.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/379305/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Take_God_out_of_your_religious_box.aspx Wed, 13 Nov 2013 21:00:00 GMT By taking us on a lyrical journey via rainbows, smokers and the art world Norwich social worker and writer Ben Bell encourages us to look afresh at God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/379010/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Remembrance_Day_wake_up_call.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/379010/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_Remembrance_Day_wake_up_call.aspx Tue, 12 Nov 2013 21:30:00 GMT Norwich Diocesan Environmental Officer, Rev Philip Young asks us to face up to the calamity of climate change and the calamity of war following the devastation of Typhoon Haiyan and the remembering of the First World War earlier this week.  http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/378527/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Helping_Norwich_churches_house_the_homeless.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/378527/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Helping_Norwich_churches_house_the_homeless.aspx Mon, 11 Nov 2013 10:00:00 GMT Christian charity Hope into Action started working in Norwich in 2012.  Now they partner with four churches to house up to 10 previously homeless people and are eager to work with more Norfolk churches to develop this vital work.  Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/378874/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_raise_vital_Christian_Aid_funds.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/378874/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_raise_vital_Christian_Aid_funds.aspx Mon, 11 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk supporters of Christian Aid have recently raised over 2,000 for the charity at local music and entertainment events. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/378501/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Truth_behind_the_Godless_Norwich_headlines.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/378501/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Truth_behind_the_Godless_Norwich_headlines.aspx Fri, 08 Nov 2013 11:00:00 GMT 2013: Special demographic factors help explain why Norwich was accorded the “Most Godless” tag in the 2011 Census, but churches cannot turn a blind eye to declining attendance rates country-wide, statistical expert Dr Peter Brierley told church leaders. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/378489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/MU_to_take_easy_steps_to_fundraising.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/378489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/MU_to_take_easy_steps_to_fundraising.aspx Fri, 08 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT Mothers’ Union Norwich Diocese is aiming to raise 3,000 by signing up to easyfundraising.org.uk to continue its work with children, couples and families. After 4 years the current funding for some community projects has now ceased. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/378364/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_God_likes_science_and_capitalism.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/378364/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_God_likes_science_and_capitalism.aspx Wed, 06 Nov 2013 21:00:00 GMT By painting a picture of human history, James Knight argues against the viewpoint that science and capitalism are at odds with Christianity.  http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/377970/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Archdeacons_ten_race_challenge_for_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/377970/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Archdeacons_ten_race_challenge_for_charity.aspx Sun, 03 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT An East Anglian Archdeacon whose son has autism is competing in 10 races in a year to raise awareness and funds to help families whose loved ones experience the joys and sorrows of the condition, that affects one in every 100 children in the country. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/377755/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_plea_to_join_Christmas_shoebox_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/377755/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_plea_to_join_Christmas_shoebox_appeal.aspx Sat, 02 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT Samaritan’s Purse is appealing to everyone across Norfolk to join others in their community and help bring joy and hope to one million children as part of this year’s Operation Christmas Child appeal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/377736/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Work_to_protect_and_improve_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/377736/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Work_to_protect_and_improve_Norfolk_churches.aspx Fri, 01 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT Latest news about the Norfolk Christian community includes replacing a rare church window, a landmark church added to the at risk register and a warm new welcome to a Norwich church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/377732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_churches_in_plan_to_help_rough.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/377732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_churches_in_plan_to_help_rough.aspx Thu, 31 Oct 2013 00:00:00 GMT 2013: Norwich churches have responded to a plea to assist homeless rough sleepers in the city who have nowhere to go during severe winter weather, by putting plans in place for a winter café at Kings Community Centre, and are now appealing for volunteers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/377709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Halloween_is_it_a_Romans_14_issue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/377709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Halloween_is_it_a_Romans_14_issue.aspx Wed, 30 Oct 2013 20:00:00 GMT As the high street and supermarkets increasingly embrace Halloween, Rev Mark Fairweather Tall considers whether it is a festival that Christians should have nothing to do with or just a bit of harmless fun. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/377570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebration_smashes_stereotypes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/377570/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebration_smashes_stereotypes.aspx Wed, 30 Oct 2013 00:00:00 GMT Young residents of YMCA Norfolk were busy smashing stereotypes at the Christian charity’s annual celebration event and AGM at The Forum in Norwich last night (October 29). http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/376910/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_can_BBC_Radio_1_teach_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/376910/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_can_BBC_Radio_1_teach_the.aspx Wed, 23 Oct 2013 23:00:00 GMT With a teenage daughter Rev Suzanne Cooke inevitably listens to BBC Radio 1 and thinks the church can observe a thing or two from breakfast presenter Nick Grimshaw on how to attract and interact with young people in 2013. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/375901/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Study_scripture_with_Norfolk_Postal_Bible_School.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/375901/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Study_scripture_with_Norfolk_Postal_Bible_School.aspx Fri, 18 Oct 2013 08:00:00 GMT 2013: With over 100 students ranging from toddlers to pensioners, Norfolk Postal Bible School helps people of all ages learn more about the scriptures at their own pace. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/375970/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Plea_to_Cameron_on_scandalous_food_poverty.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/375970/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Plea_to_Cameron_on_scandalous_food_poverty.aspx Wed, 16 Oct 2013 23:00:00 GMT The UK’s largest Foodbank network the Trussell Trust, which includes a fast-growing number of centres across Norfolk, has called on Prime Minister David Cameron to launch an urgent enquiry into the ‘scandalous’ level of food poverty in the UK. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/375904/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/With_God_s_help_even_broken_wings.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/375904/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/With_God_s_help_even_broken_wings.aspx Wed, 16 Oct 2013 20:00:00 GMT Norwich based theologian Joe Lenton contemplates how God’s perspective on brokenness can be different from our own. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/375906/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_faith_lecture_evidences_super_intellect.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/375906/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_faith_lecture_evidences_super_intellect.aspx Tue, 15 Oct 2013 23:00:00 GMT Astrophysicist Dr Rodney Holder gave the annual Science and Faith in Norfolk lecture in Norwich Cathedral Nave on October 15, saying that cosmology seems to confirm Christian belief. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/375432/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norfolk_leaders_hear_stories_of_life_changing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/375432/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norfolk_leaders_hear_stories_of_life_changing.aspx Mon, 14 Oct 2013 23:00:00 GMT Civic and business leaders from across Norfolk heard the life-changing stories of a former Hell’s Angel and a county council chairman at a County Towns Initiative dinner in Norwich on October 10. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/375213/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_school_food_gifts_and_church_celebration.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/375213/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_school_food_gifts_and_church_celebration.aspx Sat, 12 Oct 2013 23:00:00 GMT Latest news in brief includes celebrating a new church school opening in Norwich, food gifts in Yarmouth and a successful church restoration project in North Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/374647/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_power_to_choose_a_new_form.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/374647/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_power_to_choose_a_new_form.aspx Wed, 09 Oct 2013 11:00:00 GMT Rev Philip Young challenges us to use our power to kill off our present, destructive political system and choose a new form of politics based on love, compassion and a bias towards the poor. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/366858/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Thank_you_for_Norfolk_Christian_social_action.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/366858/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Thank_you_for_Norfolk_Christian_social_action.aspx Mon, 07 Oct 2013 09:00:00 GMT 2013: A Thanksgiving Service for Christian Social Action Organisations across Norfolk was held on October 4 with guest speaker Bishop Graham James describing them as the 'solid glue that keeps our community together.' http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/374066/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_Bible_as_a_book_and_interpretation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/374066/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_Bible_as_a_book_and_interpretation.aspx Tue, 01 Oct 2013 23:00:00 GMT James Knight looks at what the Bible is for a contemporary person and asks if somebody could become a Christian through reading the Bible alone without any other influences. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/373498/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Young_people_in_Norwich_highlight_homelessness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/373498/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Young_people_in_Norwich_highlight_homelessness.aspx Mon, 30 Sep 2013 18:00:00 GMT VIDEO: Young people from churches and youth groups across Norfolk slept out under the stars in cardboard shelters on September 27 outside the YMCA Norfolk Sports Centre at Trowse near Norwich to draw attention to the issue of homelessness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/373697/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Why_is_God_interested_in_my_money.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/373697/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Why_is_God_interested_in_my_money.aspx Sun, 29 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT Rev Matt Stone looks at the topic of financial giving and considers why we give, how much should we give and what the Bible says about giving. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/373435/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Police_drop_e_mail_case_against_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/373435/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Police_drop_e_mail_case_against_Norwich.aspx Thu, 26 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich church pastor who was being investigated by Norfolk Police after sending an open e-mail to organisers of the recent Norwich Pride March, has been told the case against him has been dropped by the Crown Prosecution Service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/373409/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_charities_among_1_800_hit_by.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/373409/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_charities_among_1_800_hit_by.aspx Thu, 26 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT A number of Norfolk Christian projects and organisations are among the 1,810 charities that have been affected by the suspension of the online giving website www.charitygiving.co.uk run by the Dereham-based Dove Trust. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/373159/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Crowds_flock_to_new_Sheringham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/373159/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Crowds_flock_to_new_Sheringham_church.aspx Thu, 26 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT 2013: The new Lighthouse Community Church in Sheringham was packed on Saturday September 21 as people flocked to the Open Day and Opening Ceremony. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/373342/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Christian_retreat_celebrates_with_new_couple_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/373342/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Christian_retreat_celebrates_with_new_couple_at.aspx Wed, 25 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT Quiet Waters Christian retreat house on the Suffolk/Norfolk border is celebrating its 40th anniversary with an Open Day on Sunday October 6 and has a new couple at the helm. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/373341/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Seedtime_and_harvest_a_promise_from_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/373341/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Seedtime_and_harvest_a_promise_from_God.aspx Wed, 25 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk farmer and Methodist local preacher, Kevin Parfitt, takes a personal look at the Harvest Festival and why it is an important act of worship for Christians. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/372601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Handful_of_women_to_be_ordained_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/372601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Handful_of_women_to_be_ordained_in.aspx Thu, 19 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT A handful of women candidates are set to be ordained by the Bishops of Norwich, Thetford and Lynn on Saturday 28 and Sunday September 29. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/372281/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Its_a_shame_about_that_internet_init.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/372281/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Its_a_shame_about_that_internet_init.aspx Mon, 16 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT The internet brings the world to our fingertips - but, as Chris Duffett found, it can also mean we miss the people right beneath our noses. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371944/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Priest_delivers_life_saving_blood_across_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371944/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Priest_delivers_life_saving_blood_across_Norfolk.aspx Sun, 15 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT By day Bungay vicar Ian Byrne is a church minister but after hours things hot up as the ‘blood biker’ gets astride a specially adapted motorbike to deliver life-saving blood supplies to hospitals across Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371890/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Libby_to_run_Norwich_Christian_creative_arts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371890/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Libby_to_run_Norwich_Christian_creative_arts.aspx Sat, 14 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT Talented singer and songwriter Libby Redman has moved from York to take on the role of Creative Arts Youth Worker for a Norwich Christian charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_13.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371745/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_13.aspx Fri, 13 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT Be among the first to read the Harvest 2013 edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk which has just released its latest e-edition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/367637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_teams_and_format_to_kick_off.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/367637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/New_teams_and_format_to_kick_off.aspx Thu, 12 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT 2013: The Norfolk Christian Football League will kick off its new season on Saturday (September 14) with 46 teams from 18 different churches, including a doubling in the number of Under 10 teams and a change in format for the adult league competitions. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371568/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Weekly_chance_to_play_Under_14_football.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371568/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Weekly_chance_to_play_Under_14_football.aspx Wed, 11 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT 2013: In a new initiative, the Norfolk Christian Football League is offering a weekly chance to play football for 12 and 13-year-olds in the Costessey, Earlham and Bowthorpe areas of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371413/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Bishop_to_stay_as_Durham_role.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371413/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Bishop_to_stay_as_Durham_role.aspx Wed, 11 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT The Rt Rev Graham James is set to remain as Bishop of Norwich after the Rt Revd Paul Butler, currently Bishop of Southwell and Nottingham, was named as the new Bishop of Durham Designate by Downing Street this morning. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/600_Norfolk_churches_open_doors_to_cyclists.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/600_Norfolk_churches_open_doors_to_cyclists.aspx Wed, 11 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT Hundreds of historic churches across Norfolk will open their doors to cyclists and walkers on Saturday September 14 for the 30th annual Norfolk Churches Trust Sponsored Ride and Walk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371221/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Wymondham_churches_launch_youth_bus_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371221/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Wymondham_churches_launch_youth_bus_project.aspx Wed, 11 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT A group of Wymondham churches has teamed up to launch a community youth bus initiative to provide a safe place to go, advice and to build relationships with local young people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371323/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Always_changing_and_always_the_same.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371323/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Always_changing_and_always_the_same.aspx Wed, 11 Sep 2013 14:00:00 GMT Norwich social worker and writer Ben Bell looks at the paradox that faith is ever-revolving and evolving, whilst remaining the same. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371119/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Network_columnist_defends_free_speech_on_show.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/371119/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Network_columnist_defends_free_speech_on_show.aspx Sun, 08 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT Network Norfolk columnist James Knight appeared on the Radio Norfolk Sunday Breakfast Show yesterday (September 8) following his passionate defence of free speech on the Christian news website. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/370316/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/New_Lighthouse_church_born_in_Sheringham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/370316/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/New_Lighthouse_church_born_in_Sheringham.aspx Wed, 04 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT 2013: A new church came into being in Sheringham this week, as the town’s Baptists moved into their brand new centre on Cromer Road, and became known as the Lighthouse Community Church, in a move to become more accessible to the community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/370266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_quality_of_wisdom.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/370266/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_quality_of_wisdom.aspx Tue, 03 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight looks the quality of wisdom, which he thinks stands out above other things to aspire to, as it is a quality with no boundaries. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/369330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Christian_helps_restoration_in_Congo.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/369330/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Christian_helps_restoration_in_Congo.aspx Mon, 02 Sep 2013 19:00:00 GMT From February to July Eldred Willey from Norwich served on an international relief team for Samaritan's Purse in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Here he tells an extraordinary story of rebuilding trust in a community ravaged by war. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/369019/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Tim_honoured_by_Lord_Coe_as_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/369019/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Tim_honoured_by_Lord_Coe_as_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 30 Aug 2013 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk’s Community Games initiative between YMCA Norfolk and the County Sports Partnership has received a double boost with news of funding extended to October 2013 and an honour for one of its most active volunteers from Lord Sebastian Coe. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/369086/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_pastor_email_investigated_by_Police.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/369086/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_pastor_email_investigated_by_Police.aspx Thu, 29 Aug 2013 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich church pastor is being investigated by Norfolk Police after sending an open e-mail to organisers of the recent Norwich Pride March, which they found offensive and reported to the Police. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/369001/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_priest_takes_on_press_role_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/369001/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_priest_takes_on_press_role_for.aspx Wed, 28 Aug 2013 23:00:00 GMT Archdeacon of Norwich, the Venerable Jan McFarlane, is set to become acting press secretary to the Archbishop of Canterbury, based at Lambeth Palace in London. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/368914/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Is_it_ok_to_leave_my_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/368914/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Is_it_ok_to_leave_my_church.aspx Wed, 28 Aug 2013 23:00:00 GMT Moving churches seems to be an inevitable part of church life. Rev Mark Fairweather-Tall considers whether this is ok and takes a look at the reasons why people move church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/368140/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Much_to_be_learned_from_pop_icon.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/368140/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Much_to_be_learned_from_pop_icon.aspx Tue, 20 Aug 2013 20:00:00 GMT Apparently Pope Francis is being hailed by some commentators as a new ‘pop icon’! Wow – what a claim says Rev Suzanne Cooke. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/367247/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Responding_to_creation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/367247/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Responding_to_creation.aspx Tue, 13 Aug 2013 23:00:00 GMT Do you feel a connection with God through nature? Does creation move you to prayer or praise? Norwich based theologian Joe Lenton looks at our response to creation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/367224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_celebrate_770k_of_vital_grants.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/367224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_celebrate_770k_of_vital_grants.aspx Tue, 13 Aug 2013 15:00:00 GMT Four Norfolk churches are celebrating after receiving grants worth 770,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund to help secure their futures and make them more available to their local communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/366843/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Newday_delegates_say_We_love_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/366843/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Newday_delegates_say_We_love_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 07 Aug 2013 23:00:00 GMT Thousands of young people came from across the UK to the Royal Norfolk Showground, at the beginning of August for the ninth Newday festival, to worship Jesus, learn from His word and show His love through community projects. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/366764/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_creator_Gods_work_is_not_yet.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/366764/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_creator_Gods_work_is_not_yet.aspx Wed, 07 Aug 2013 18:00:00 GMT What does it mean to us when Jesus says, ‘Go into all the world and proclaim the good news to the whole creation’? (Mark 16.15). Rev Philip Young explains. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/366513/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Open_Churches_Week_of_exploratory_events.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/366513/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Open_Churches_Week_of_exploratory_events.aspx Mon, 05 Aug 2013 11:25:00 GMT Monday 5 — Sunday 11 August 2013 is Diocese of Norwich Open Churches Week. During this week churches host a range of activities for visitors. From tours to tea, and lectures to art, diverse events allow visitors to explore churches and faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/366477/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Who_Cares_mission_launched_to_Norfolk_audience.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/366477/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Who_Cares_mission_launched_to_Norfolk_audience.aspx Sun, 04 Aug 2013 23:00:00 GMT A major mission involving scores of churches and thousands of young people is set to be held in Norfolk during 2014 after a successful launch during the Newday festival at the Royal Norfolk Showground on Friday night. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/366475/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_honours_faith_of_Norfolk_Coroner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/366475/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bishop_honours_faith_of_Norfolk_Coroner.aspx Sat, 03 Aug 2013 23:00:00 GMT Senior Coroner for Norfolk, William Armstrong, has been honoured for years of faithful service by the Bishop of Norwich in his appointment as a Lay Canon of Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/364661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Christian_economics_and_prophetic_actions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/364661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Christian_economics_and_prophetic_actions.aspx Sat, 03 Aug 2013 23:00:00 GMT One way in which the church ought to be countercultural, is in our dealings with money, says Paul Overend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/366290/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Latitude_Festival_appeals_for_Norfolk_pastors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/366290/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Latitude_Festival_appeals_for_Norfolk_pastors.aspx Fri, 02 Aug 2013 23:00:00 GMT Over a blazing extended weekend East Anglia’s Latitude 2013 saw almost 35,000 people enjoying the eighth year of the increasingly popular music, arts and culture festival, near Southwold with the help of Festival Pastors. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/365975/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_love_and_grace_supercede_morality.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/365975/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_love_and_grace_supercede_morality.aspx Wed, 31 Jul 2013 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight takes up a challenge issued by vociferous atheist Christopher Hitchens. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/365924/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Wonga_debate_welcomed_by_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/365924/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Wonga_debate_welcomed_by_Norfolk_churches.aspx Tue, 30 Jul 2013 23:00:00 GMT The Archbishop of Canterbury’s intention to compete online lender Wonga out of business has sparked debate over the role the church has in helping the poor - and has been responded with support from Norfolk churches. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/365901/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_teenagers_in_Norwich_social_action.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/365901/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_teenagers_in_Norwich_social_action.aspx Tue, 30 Jul 2013 23:00:00 GMT Hundreds of Christian young people attending the newday festival at the Royal Norfolk Showground this week have been leaving the site to engage in social action projects across Norwich and Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/365730/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Royal_birth_is_celebrated_by_Norfolk_Christians.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/365730/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Royal_birth_is_celebrated_by_Norfolk_Christians.aspx Tue, 30 Jul 2013 23:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian community has welcomed the royal birth of Prince George of Cambridge with a message from the Bishop of Norwich and the promise of a celebratory royal dinner. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/365566/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Classic_cars_rally_heads_for_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/365566/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Classic_cars_rally_heads_for_Norfolk_churches.aspx Mon, 29 Jul 2013 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral will welcome classic cars from across the county on Saturday, August 3, for the Norfolk Open Churches Classic Car Run. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/365425/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/6000_youngsters_head_for_Norfolk_Christian_event.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/365425/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/6000_youngsters_head_for_Norfolk_Christian_event.aspx Sat, 27 Jul 2013 23:00:00 GMT Over 6000 young people are heading to the Royal Norfolk Showground today (July 29) to the newday Christian event to spend time together not only finding answers to the big questions of modern life but also being part of the solution. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/364844/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Hows_it_hanging_God_is_the_master.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/364844/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Hows_it_hanging_God_is_the_master.aspx Mon, 22 Jul 2013 23:00:00 GMT House renovation and DIY might be the focus of many people, but Norfolk Christian speaker Ruth Tong invites us to take a moment to consider our spiritual brackets and hinges. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/364639/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_based_charity_website_suspended.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/364639/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_based_charity_website_suspended.aspx Fri, 19 Jul 2013 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk-based charity donation website Charitygiving has been suspended after it emerged that more then 250k owed to charities was unaccounted for. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/364376/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_dreaded_E_word.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/364376/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_dreaded_E_word.aspx Tue, 16 Jul 2013 23:00:00 GMT So many Christians dread the E-word: evangelism. It strikes fear into our hearts because we worry what people will think of us says Rev Matt Stone. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/364227/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/2_000_in_Norwich_Cathedral_welcome_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/364227/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/2_000_in_Norwich_Cathedral_welcome_new.aspx Tue, 16 Jul 2013 23:00:00 GMT The new Roman Catholic Bishop for the diocese of East Anglia, Bishop Alan Hopes, was installed at Norwich Catholic Cathedral yesterday in front of a packed congregation of almost 2,000 people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/363733/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_call_to_be_counter_cultural_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/363733/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_call_to_be_counter_cultural_to.aspx Tue, 09 Jul 2013 23:00:00 GMT There’s much in the Christian scriptures to commend the idea that the church was called to be counter-cultural, set apart from the world to be God’s people, to live in accordance with God’s will says Rev Dr Paul Overend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/363250/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/From_transformation_through_rejection_to_revolution.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/363250/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/From_transformation_through_rejection_to_revolution.aspx Sun, 07 Jul 2013 20:00:00 GMT Norwich magistrate and Quaker John Myhill muses on the themes of transformation, rejection, circuses, evolution, revolution, ritual and trust an how all these are indictors of Hope. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/363070/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Day_of_celebration_as_16_ordained_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/363070/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Day_of_celebration_as_16_ordained_in.aspx Fri, 05 Jul 2013 23:00:00 GMT It was a day of celebration, commitment and confidence as 16 ordinations were performed by the Bishop of Norwich at Norwich Cathedral on June 29. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/362746/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_call_to_be_generous_Christians.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/362746/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_call_to_be_generous_Christians.aspx Tue, 02 Jul 2013 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight looks at what it means to be generous and the desire - or compulsion - to pay something back. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/361741/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Known_by_God_and_building_a_loving.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/361741/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Known_by_God_and_building_a_loving.aspx Wed, 26 Jun 2013 09:00:00 GMT Mark Fairweather Tall reflects on the wonder of holding a newborn baby for the first time and how God knows us so intimately that we are never alone. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/361477/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Innovation_and_the_spirit_of_the_age.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/361477/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Innovation_and_the_spirit_of_the_age.aspx Fri, 21 Jun 2013 23:00:00 GMT Rev Suzanne Cooke looks at what it takes to be a cultural innovator and what this might mean for the church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/361196/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Synod_backs_plan_to_tackle_2m.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/361196/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Synod_backs_plan_to_tackle_2m.aspx Thu, 20 Jun 2013 07:00:00 GMT A radical plan to tackle an accumulated deficit of 2m in the Norwich Diocese expenditure over the past four years and secure its future ministry was overwhelmingly backed by the Diocesan Synod on Saturday http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/361113/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Queen_honours_Norfolk_Christian_philanthropist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/361113/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Queen_honours_Norfolk_Christian_philanthropist.aspx Thu, 20 Jun 2013 06:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian entrepreneur and philanthropist Graham Dacre, has been made a CBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List announced earlier this week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/361075/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_church_couple_honoured_by_Queen.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/361075/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_church_couple_honoured_by_Queen.aspx Thu, 20 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT A couple who have helped to run a Norwich church luncheon club for the elderly for the past 27 years have been honoured by the Queen in the Birthday Honours list. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/360711/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_set_to_exhibit_at_Royal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/360711/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_set_to_exhibit_at_Royal.aspx Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich will be exhibting at the Royal Norfolk Show in June 26 and 27 including graffiti walls, Messy Church and a labyrinth. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/360673/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Praise_for_Celebrate_Norfolk_as_thousands_visit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/360673/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Praise_for_Celebrate_Norfolk_as_thousands_visit.aspx Wed, 12 Jun 2013 23:00:00 GMT 2013: Several thousand people visited the Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk festival in Norwich city centre last weekend (June 7-9), which was praised by exhibitors, organisers and local dignitaries. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/360416/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Drowning_in_chaos_The_constant_and_transient.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/360416/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Drowning_in_chaos_The_constant_and_transient.aspx Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:00:00 GMT Norwich based theologian Joe Lenton suggests we should ask God to tame the chaos in our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/360286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pope_appoints_new_Bishop_of_East_Anglia.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/360286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pope_appoints_new_Bishop_of_East_Anglia.aspx Mon, 10 Jun 2013 23:00:00 GMT Pope Francis has appointed Bishop Alan Hopes, currently Auxiliary Bishop of Westminster, to become the fourth Bishop of East Anglia, two years after the death of the previous bishop Michael Evans. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/358820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Anyone_for_cricket_ask_trio_of_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/358820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Anyone_for_cricket_ask_trio_of_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 10 Jun 2013 16:00:00 GMT In preparation for a summer of Ashes cricket, two Norfolk bishops will be pitting their cricketing wits against each other with a third making sure there is fair play all round. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/358826/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Call_for_Norwich_churches_to_stand_together.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/358826/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Call_for_Norwich_churches_to_stand_together.aspx Sat, 08 Jun 2013 09:00:00 GMT 2013: A call has been made for Norwich churches to put any differences aside and stand shoulder to shoulder in continuing to work together to make a real difference across the city, at the Transforming Norwich AGM on June 7. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/344578/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_project_set_to_tackle_online_sex.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/344578/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_project_set_to_tackle_online_sex.aspx Fri, 07 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT With the internet becoming the new red light district, the Norwich-based Magdalene Group has launched an innovative project to reach out and help young people at risk through online sex work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/358689/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Bishop_opens_two_day_Celebrate_Norfolk_event.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/358689/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Bishop_opens_two_day_Celebrate_Norfolk_event.aspx Thu, 06 Jun 2013 23:00:00 GMT 2013: The Norwich and Norfolk Christian festival was opened outside the Forum this morning (June 7) in bright sunshine by The Bishop of Lynn, the Rt Rev Jonathan Meyrick. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/358668/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Is_there_such_a_thing_as_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/358668/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Is_there_such_a_thing_as_a.aspx Wed, 05 Jun 2013 23:00:00 GMT Ahead of the IF campaign event in London this weekend, regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight considers if there are such things as victimless crimes and morally good crimes. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/358128/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwichs_Eddie_reaches_top_of_his_Everest.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/358128/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwichs_Eddie_reaches_top_of_his_Everest.aspx Mon, 03 Jun 2013 23:00:00 GMT Norwich man Eddie Pleban, has climbed his own ‘Everest’ less than two years after being given just 48 hours to live by doctors after suffering a stroke during a flight home from Australia, which left him with locked-in syndrome. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/357568/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_call_to_selfless_love_in_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/357568/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_call_to_selfless_love_in_the.aspx Thu, 30 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT In the week following the horrific murder of Drummer Lee Rigby, The Reverend Philip Young calls us to reject the vicious cycle of violence and follow Jesus’ example of selfless love. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/357219/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_public_need_for_deathbed_Tweets.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/357219/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_public_need_for_deathbed_Tweets.aspx Mon, 27 May 2013 14:00:00 GMT A 31 year old doctor’s mission to open up a public dialogue about death and to Tweet about the terminal cancer she is facing gives Rev Tom Chapman cause for disquiet despite his keen admiration for Dr Kate Granger. Here he explains why. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/357166/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norwich_Christian_charity_teaches_skills_for_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/357166/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norwich_Christian_charity_teaches_skills_for_work.aspx Sat, 25 May 2013 14:30:00 GMT Christian social enterprise, Seven Cs, teaches practical skills in decorating and gardening to people struggling to find work because of difficulties in their past. Do you have skills you could share to enable this valuable work to grow? http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/357036/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Inspirational_Eddie_to_climb_his_own_Everest.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/357036/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Inspirational_Eddie_to_climb_his_own_Everest.aspx Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT Inspirational Norwich man Eddie Pleban, who fought back from paralysis and being given just 48 hours to live by doctors, is set for another landmark in his remarkable recovery by attempting to climb his own 'Everest'. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/356866/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Be_the_symbol_of_celebration_you_are.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/356866/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Be_the_symbol_of_celebration_you_are.aspx Wed, 22 May 2013 19:00:00 GMT Ruth Tong considers the deflating effects of getting older and finds inspiration in what the Bible says about the Holy Spirit’s ability to breathe life into our lives, making us fit for purpose. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/356650/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norfolk_Christians_unite_with_Global_Day_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/356650/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norfolk_Christians_unite_with_Global_Day_of.aspx Tue, 21 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT 2013: As Christians in more than 220 nations around the world met for the 2013 Global Day of Prayer, hundreds of believers from many regional churches united for prayer at Norwich Cathedral on Pentecost Sunday http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/356304/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Goals_galore_at_Norfolk_Christian_tournament.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/356304/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Goals_galore_at_Norfolk_Christian_tournament.aspx Tue, 21 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT 2013: Goals were flying in left, right and centre during an action-packed day at the annual Norfolk Christian Football league youth five-a-side of football tournament on Saturday (May 18) at Sale Road recreation ground, Heartsease, Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/356421/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/US_pastor_tells_Norwich_leaders_to_hold.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/356421/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/US_pastor_tells_Norwich_leaders_to_hold.aspx Tue, 21 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT 2013: Norwich Christian leaders were encouraged not to settle for second best in their ministries, while balancing vision with reality, by US church leader Jeff Lucas at a Transforming Norwich leaders’ lunch last week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/356157/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Searching_for_the_spiritual_slam_dunk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/356157/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Searching_for_the_spiritual_slam_dunk.aspx Sun, 19 May 2013 19:50:00 GMT Rev Tom Chapman remembers his student dreams of achieving a slam dunk in basketball and asks whether those in ministry are too focussed on trying to achieve a similar spectacular success rather than playing the long game. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/356078/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Football_chairman_appeals_to_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/356078/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Football_chairman_appeals_to_Norfolk_churches.aspx Sat, 18 May 2013 11:00:00 GMT 2013: Norfolk Christian Football League chairman, Michael Culwick, has issued an appeal churches across the county to look at the possibility of getting involved with the Christian youth leagues especially in North Norfolk or Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/355664/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norwich_Christian_food_ministry_changes_hands.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/355664/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norwich_Christian_food_ministry_changes_hands.aspx Thu, 16 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT On Monday May 13 following five years of dedicated service, Pearl Bayliss handed over the keys and the leadership of the Norwich based Christian food ministry, God’s Provisions, to Carrie Sant of City Saints in Action.  http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/355663/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Are_we_the_church_God_calls_us.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/355663/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Are_we_the_church_God_calls_us.aspx Wed, 15 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT As Pentecost approaches Norwich URC Minister Matt Stone provides an encouraging and challenging reminder of what God has made and called the church to be.  http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/355603/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Christian_leagues_tribute_to_long_serving_stalwart.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/355603/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Christian_leagues_tribute_to_long_serving_stalwart.aspx Tue, 14 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT 2013: Norfolk Christian Football League stalwart Alan Barnes was presented with a long-service award from the league by Norwich City chaplain Bert Cadmore at the league’s cup finals day at Dereham Town’s Aldiss Park on Saturday May 11. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/355454/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Invincible_UEA_Rovers_add_Bishops_Cup_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/355454/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Invincible_UEA_Rovers_add_Bishops_Cup_to.aspx Mon, 13 May 2013 10:00:00 GMT 2013: The invincible UEA Rovers team powered their way to a Norfolk Christian Football League and Bishop’s Cup double at Dereham Town’s Aldiss Park on Saturday May 11 to end the season unbeaten and without so much as dropping a single point. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/355466/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Blessings_and_grace_not_orders_and_tests.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/355466/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Blessings_and_grace_not_orders_and_tests.aspx Sat, 11 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Quaker and magistrate John Myhill reflects on Jesus’ teaching in the Beatitudes and their expansion on the Ten Commandments, reminding us that we are blessed not commanded. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/355244/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Duo_set_for_Matthew_Project_cycling_challenge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/355244/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Duo_set_for_Matthew_Project_cycling_challenge.aspx Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Two young women are setting off today (May 10) to cycle the 950 miles from Land’s End to John o’ Groats in support of the Norfolk-based Matthew Project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/355082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_necessity_of_God_and_mathematics.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/355082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_necessity_of_God_and_mathematics.aspx Wed, 08 May 2013 20:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight presents a different way to look at reality where only God and mathematics qualify as having ‘necessary existence’. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/354817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_fights_back_on_Most_Godless_City.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/354817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_fights_back_on_Most_Godless_City.aspx Mon, 06 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT Norwich is fighting back against its “most Godless city in the UK” tag with church attendances in the Diocese growing an impressive 9% in a year in the latest annual figures revealed today – the second highest figure in the whole of the Church of England. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/354763/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Surprises_galore_at_Norfolk_Christian_cup_finals.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/354763/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Surprises_galore_at_Norfolk_Christian_cup_finals.aspx Sun, 05 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT 2013: The three Norfolk Christian Football League Youth cup finals produced a couple of surprises at Thorpe High School 3G Astroturf pitches on Saturday morning (May 4). http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/354703/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Who_Cares_mission_set_to_launch_across.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/354703/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Who_Cares_mission_set_to_launch_across.aspx Sat, 04 May 2013 01:00:00 GMT A county-wide mission called Who Cares? gearing up to reach thousands of people across Norfolk in 2014 had just launched its new website so that churches can find out more about getting involved. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/354426/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Holistic_Christianity_one_body_many_parts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/354426/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Holistic_Christianity_one_body_many_parts.aspx Wed, 01 May 2013 20:30:00 GMT Norwich social worker and writer Ben Bell looks beyond our manmade church structures and contemplates what it means to stand in the gap and be one body with many parts. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/353730/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/The_power_of_prayer_overcomes_dark_times.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/353730/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/The_power_of_prayer_overcomes_dark_times.aspx Sun, 28 Apr 2013 18:00:00 GMT After decades of illness and major surgery, Norfolk Christian Colin Gillett tells of how his faith - and the prayers of people within the Norfolk church community - have brought him through the dark times. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/353585/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Church_in_an_era_beyond_postmodernity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/353585/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Church_in_an_era_beyond_postmodernity.aspx Wed, 24 Apr 2013 20:00:00 GMT Rev Suzanne Cooke shares her hopes for society and the Church as we begin to emerge from the postmodern era into a more relational time. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/351092/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Emilys_marathon_for_Norfolk_Christian_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/351092/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Emilys_marathon_for_Norfolk_Christian_charity.aspx Wed, 24 Apr 2013 10:00:00 GMT Gorleston girl Emily Cadmore completed the London Marathon on April 21 and raised 1,900 for Norfolk based Christian charity the Vidiyal Trust. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/353422/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/New_name_new_building_for_Sheringham_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/353422/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/New_name_new_building_for_Sheringham_church.aspx Tue, 23 Apr 2013 23:00:00 GMT 2013: “Lighthouse” will be the name of a brand new church building which is growing daily in Sheringham, and “Lighthouse Community Church” will be the new name for the local Baptist church which expects to move in during August. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/352349/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_like_God_can_Christians_be.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/352349/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_like_God_can_Christians_be.aspx Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:00:00 GMT Norwich based theologian Joe Lenton poses the question how like God can we actually be, given that in our human limitations we can never fully understand God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/352922/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Umbrella_Housing_in_transfer_to_YMCA_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/352922/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Umbrella_Housing_in_transfer_to_YMCA_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 19 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT Norwich-based supported housing group Umbrella Housing has announced the transfer of its housing stock and operations to YMCA Norfolk with immediate effect. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/352915/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Fire_hit_Norwich_church_to_return_after.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/352915/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Fire_hit_Norwich_church_to_return_after.aspx Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:00:00 GMT Norwich Family Life Church is set to return to its spiritual home on Heartsease Lane in the city seven years after the Mount Zion Family Life Centre was destroyed by a devastating fire. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/352662/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Peace_the_way_to_combat_Boston_marathon.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/352662/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Peace_the_way_to_combat_Boston_marathon.aspx Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:00:00 GMT Six times runner of the London Marathon, The Reverend Philip Young says the best way to combat the horror of terrorism is to work for a more peaceful world by being more peaceful. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/352366/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Dean_to_step_down_from_cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/352366/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_Dean_to_step_down_from_cathedral.aspx Mon, 15 Apr 2013 08:00:00 GMT The Dean of Norwich, The Very Revd Graham Smith, has announced he is stepping down from his role in the autumn after nine years in the post. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/352295/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Thatcher_was_like_Marmite_you_love_her.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/352295/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Thatcher_was_like_Marmite_you_love_her.aspx Sat, 13 Apr 2013 23:00:00 GMT Rev Tom Chapman reflects on the legacy of Britain's first female Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/351962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Welfare_reforms_a_matter_of_politics_or.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/351962/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Welfare_reforms_a_matter_of_politics_or.aspx Wed, 10 Apr 2013 20:00:00 GMT Rev Mark Fairweather Tall reflects on the recent changes to tax and welfare benefits introduced by Iain Duncan Smith and asks whether we should assess these changes to be fair or unfair based on our understanding of the Christian faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/351152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Pews_and_papers_question_godless_Norwich_title.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/351152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Pews_and_papers_question_godless_Norwich_title.aspx Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:00:00 GMT Packed churches over Easter have led both local and national newspapers to question Norwich’s new title as “the most godless city in the country”. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/351098/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_a_larger_population_would_benefit_our.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/351098/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_a_larger_population_would_benefit_our.aspx Wed, 03 Apr 2013 20:00:00 GMT Contrary to popular opinion regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight argues that the world is underpopulated and that our planet’s problems will be solved with the birth of more people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/350983/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mission_academy_pilot_launched_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/350983/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mission_academy_pilot_launched_in_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 02 Apr 2013 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Youth for Christ, in partnership with North Breckland YFC, Sheringham Baptist Church and Mulbarton Parish Church, have been developing and delivering a new project - Mission Academy Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/350885/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christians_take_their_faith_onto_streets_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/350885/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christians_take_their_faith_onto_streets_of.aspx Tue, 02 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Hundreds of Christians took their faith onto the streets of Norfolk on Good Friday in a number of Walks of Witness in places such as Thetford, Dereham, Sheringham, Cromer and Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/350401/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Investigating_the_science_behind_Creationism.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/350401/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Investigating_the_science_behind_Creationism.aspx Mon, 01 Apr 2013 12:00:00 GMT Martin Kentish was keen to find out how his belief in the Bible fitted with his understanding of evolution. Here he outlines his research and the findings that led him to believe in the truth of a Young Earth. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349417/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Imperfect_people_and_impossible_situations.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349417/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Imperfect_people_and_impossible_situations.aspx Wed, 27 Mar 2013 16:00:00 GMT Ever since Adam and Eve, God has used imperfect people, or desperate, impossible situations, or both, to bring about his redemptive purposes. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/350268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Thanks_given_for_life_of_Downham_Minister.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/350268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Thanks_given_for_life_of_Downham_Minister.aspx Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT On March 11, more than 250 people attended a service of thanksgiving in memory of the popular Downham Market Methodist Minister Rev Douglas Morris, who was described as a ‘caring, big hearted pastor’. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349924/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_celebrate_funding_success.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349924/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_celebrate_funding_success.aspx Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Three Norfolk churches in Wymondham and Norwich are celebrating major grants and milestones in their efforts to keep historic buildings open, in good repair and of increasing use to their local communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349654/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Praying_for_a_church_death_and_resurrection.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349654/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Praying_for_a_church_death_and_resurrection.aspx Sun, 24 Mar 2013 12:00:00 GMT As the newly elected Pope and the newly enthroned Archbishop of Canterbury begin their ministries, Rev Philip Young reflects on the changes and asks which parts of the church need to be raised up and which need to die. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349415/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Faith_encounter_began_at_Norwich_rail_station.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349415/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Faith_encounter_began_at_Norwich_rail_station.aspx Sun, 24 Mar 2013 10:00:00 GMT Former UEA student and successful Norwich business man Martin Kentish used to describe himself as a hostile anti-God skeptic. That was before he met his Maker at Norwich train station. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349411/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Search_for_adventure_led_Toby_to_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349411/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Search_for_adventure_led_Toby_to_God.aspx Sat, 23 Mar 2013 10:00:00 GMT Father of four, Toby Stanwell-Smith, is a church youth worker who is devoted to telling youngsters about the one who made a constant play for his life and lifted him from reckless living. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349402/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_ex_top_cops_sporting_crime_fight.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349402/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_ex_top_cops_sporting_crime_fight.aspx Fri, 22 Mar 2013 10:00:00 GMT Former senior Met Policeman Steve Gaskin has strengthened his determination to divert children and young people from a life of crime and prostitution. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349335/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Reconciliation_as_Norwich_well_victims_are_buried.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349335/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Reconciliation_as_Norwich_well_victims_are_buried.aspx Thu, 21 Mar 2013 10:00:00 GMT As the 850-year-old bones of 17 suspected victims of religious persecution were buried in a moving service at the Jewish Cemetery at Norwich this week, an Anglican bishop expressed repentance and sorrow on behalf of the Christian community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349324/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Synod_hears_Bishops_message_of_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349324/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Synod_hears_Bishops_message_of_hope.aspx Thu, 21 Mar 2013 09:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich said that the enthronement of the new Archbishop of Canterbury and Pope Francis I within just 48 hours of each other should bring hope to the Christian community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Listening_to_God_in_a_buzzy_world.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349155/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Listening_to_God_in_a_buzzy_world.aspx Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:00:00 GMT Network Norfolk columnist Ruth Tong offers some encouragement and advice on how to really listen to God, even when we are bombarded by so many other things vying for our attention. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Cancer_fight_strengthens_Norfolk_couples_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Cancer_fight_strengthens_Norfolk_couples_faith.aspx Wed, 20 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT Steve Rayner was an angry man when he first heard of his wife's skin cancer soon after their first baby was born. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349121/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Toms_escape_to_freedom_ends_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/349121/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Toms_escape_to_freedom_ends_in_Norwich.aspx Tue, 19 Mar 2013 18:00:00 GMT Polish welder Tomasz Marszalek had no idea what God had in store for him when he left his home city of Szczecin in 2007, heading for Norwich to escape a broken marriage, unemployment and a large court fine for drink driving. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/348832/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Norfolk_church_celebrates_after_arson_rebirth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/348832/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Norfolk_church_celebrates_after_arson_rebirth.aspx Mon, 18 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT Three years after an arson attack severely damaged a South Norfolk church, the congregation are about to mark its recommissioning and a remarkable turnaround in its life and mission. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/348363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/HTB_curate_leads_Norwich_church_revival_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/348363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/HTB_curate_leads_Norwich_church_revival_project.aspx Sat, 16 Mar 2013 08:00:00 GMT Holy Trinity Brompton (HTB) curate Ian Dyble and his wife Jo are returning to Norfolk after a five-year absence to lead a church revival project at St Thomas Heigham in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/348668/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_13.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/348668/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_13.aspx Fri, 15 Mar 2013 16:00:00 GMT Be among the first to read the Easter edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk which has just released its latest e-edition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/348521/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Crowds_cheer_new_Archbishop_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/348521/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Crowds_cheer_new_Archbishop_in_Norwich.aspx Thu, 14 Mar 2013 16:00:00 GMT Hundreds of people gathered outside the Forum and at the Cathedral in Norwich today (March 14) to meet the new Archbishop of Canterbury as he began a five-day prayer pilgrimage leading up to his enthronement next week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/348405/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Pope_welcomed_by_East_Anglia_Diocese.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/348405/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Pope_welcomed_by_East_Anglia_Diocese.aspx Thu, 14 Mar 2013 08:00:00 GMT The election of a new Pope, Francis I, has today been welcomed across the Roman Catholic Diocese of East Anglia for underlining the church’s commitment to social justice and bringing the appointment of a new Bishop for East Anglia a step closer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/343617/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Archbishop_to_start_pilgrimage_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/343617/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_Archbishop_to_start_pilgrimage_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 13 Mar 2013 17:00:00 GMT The new Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Revd Justin Welby, is set to visit Norwich today (March 14) at the start of a five-day pilgrimage in the lead up to his enthronement at Canterbury Cathedral on March 21 with intense media coverage expected. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/348081/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Curious_convinced_or_committed.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/348081/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Curious_convinced_or_committed.aspx Wed, 13 Mar 2013 16:00:00 GMT Having failed to give up meat for Lent due to a particularly tasty sausage roll, Rev Matt Stone asks whether we are really committed to following Jesus or simply making the token gestures of the curious and the convinced? http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/348238/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/International_Women_s_Day_marked_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/348238/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/International_Women_s_Day_marked_in_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Last week on International Women’s Day over 130 Norfolk women came together to celebrate the skills and achievements of women around the world who sustain families on next to nothing, reports Barbara Bryant of Norwich Diocese Mothers’ Union. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/348179/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Churches_launch_youth_cafe_in_South_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/348179/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Churches_launch_youth_cafe_in_South_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 12 Mar 2013 18:00:00 GMT Integrate YFC has come together with the local churches to set up and open a new youth cafe for the young people of Diss and surrounding areas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/316213/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_charity_shows_pain_of_East_Anglia.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/316213/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_charity_shows_pain_of_East_Anglia.aspx Mon, 11 Mar 2013 10:00:00 GMT Debt counselling charity Christians Against Poverty has today launched a report showing the painful effects of living with debt in our region. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/347840/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_giant_Easter_Egg_hunt.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/347840/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Diocese_of_Norwich_giant_Easter_Egg_hunt.aspx Sat, 09 Mar 2013 15:00:00 GMT In the run up to Easter, the Diocese of Norwich is hiding Fairtrade Real Easter Eggs in 50 churches around the Diocese from Pakefield to Gaywood, Weybourne to Attleborough. How many can you find? http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/347772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_honours_its_outstanding_staff.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/347772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_honours_its_outstanding_staff.aspx Fri, 08 Mar 2013 10:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk staff from across the county have been honoured for outstanding service to the Christian charity in an annual awards and celebration event. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/347237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Transforming_Norwich_rediscovers_its_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/347237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Transforming_Norwich_rediscovers_its_mission.aspx Thu, 07 Mar 2013 01:00:00 GMT 2013: On Sunday March 3, around 25 people gathered to agree an amended constitution and a new leadership to take forward Transforming Norwich, originally the Churches Together grouping in Greater Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/347422/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_church_stalwart.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/347422/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_church_stalwart.aspx Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:30:00 GMT A congregation of 150 heard tributes paid to eminent Norwich businessman and pillar of Norwich Reformed Church Mike Quinton at his funeral held at Norwich Central Baptist Church on March 1. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/347393/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Shrinking_the_God_of_the_Gaps_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/347393/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Shrinking_the_God_of_the_Gaps_to.aspx Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:00:00 GMT Columnist James Knight takes a critical and forthright view of assessing whether God exists based on observation of the natural world –an approach he describes as misjudged as a fish swimming around the ocean looking for that thing called 'water'. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/347195/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/African_bishop_brings_Norfolk_message_of_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/347195/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/African_bishop_brings_Norfolk_message_of_hope.aspx Tue, 05 Mar 2013 14:00:00 GMT A Bishop from Zimbabwe brought a message of hope for his country and church thousands of miles to the village church of All Saints in Wreningham, South Norfolk today (March 5), while helping to cement 100-year-old links with his African diocese. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/346637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_rectors_bus_trip_supports_local_charities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/346637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_rectors_bus_trip_supports_local_charities.aspx Sat, 02 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Revd Michael Kingston, Team Rector of the Hempnall Group of Parishes in South Norfolk is embarking on a long, some would say eccentric, bus ride this May. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/346357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/During_Lent_face_death_to_truly_live.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/346357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/During_Lent_face_death_to_truly_live.aspx Wed, 27 Feb 2013 20:00:00 GMT As we prepare to celebrate the events of Easter, Rev Mark Fairweather Tall reflects on the shocking fragility of life and how our Christian faith provides us with the hope to live positively despite the inevitability of death. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/346151/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Record_breaking_Norwich_Bishop_marks_20_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/346151/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Record_breaking_Norwich_Bishop_marks_20_years.aspx Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:00:00 GMT Twenty years ago, the Bishop of Norwich made it into the Guinness Book of World Records as the youngest bishop in the Church of England. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/332217/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_helps_charity_reach_100m_children.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/332217/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_helps_charity_reach_100m_children.aspx Tue, 26 Feb 2013 08:00:00 GMT Operation Christmas Child has reached the milestone of delivering 100 million shoeboxes to needy children around the world thanks to the support of people and churches across Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/345906/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/South_Norfolk_rector_retires_after_34_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/345906/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/South_Norfolk_rector_retires_after_34_years.aspx Sun, 24 Feb 2013 23:00:00 GMT Rector of Mulbarton, Rev Jess Stubenbord, and his wife Anne-Mary enjoyed a bumper retirement send-off on Saturday, February 23 at the village infant and junior schools before pursuing their plans to explore Eastern Europe in a camper van. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/345624/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Project_to_help_Norwich_churches_do_youth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/345624/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Project_to_help_Norwich_churches_do_youth.aspx Fri, 22 Feb 2013 01:00:00 GMT Norwich Youth for Christ is launching a new project that seeks to resource churches with part-time youth workers through an innovative partnership with the Christian charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/345274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Uncovering_the_patterns_of_the_Designing_Hand.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/345274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Uncovering_the_patterns_of_the_Designing_Hand.aspx Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT The distinguished Norwich-based Christian scientist, Dr Robert Selvendran reflects on the nature of scientific truth and shows how the pursuit for coherence reveals the existence of an ‘Intelligent Being’, the Creator God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/344435/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Selfridges_suffrage_and_spiritual_change.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/344435/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Selfridges_suffrage_and_spiritual_change.aspx Sun, 17 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Taking inspiration from the TV series Mr Selfridge, Rev Suzanne Cooke asks how our modern popular culture can be used as a vehicle for spiritual transformation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/344193/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Life_changing_time_for_Steve_at_Bonnke.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/344193/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Life_changing_time_for_Steve_at_Bonnke.aspx Sat, 16 Feb 2013 02:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian Steve Maylam had a life-changing time when he attended the Reinhard Bonnke School of Evangelism recently and now he wants to take his faith out on the streets and elsewhere and is inviting others to join him. Here is his story. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/344431/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Help_for_the_broken_hearted_this_Valentine.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/344431/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Help_for_the_broken_hearted_this_Valentine.aspx Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:00:00 GMT Michele Curtis, Coordinator of the new Norwich-based Divorce Recovery Workshops, offers practical support for those who have suffered a broken relationship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/344167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prayers_said_across_Norfolk_at_Pope_resignation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/344167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prayers_said_across_Norfolk_at_Pope_resignation.aspx Tue, 12 Feb 2013 10:45:00 GMT The prayers and thoughts of Catholics across Norfolk are with Pope Benedict XVI today following the news of his resignation as leader of the Catholic Church with effect from February 28. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/344140/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_President_of_Norwich_Diocese_Mothers_Union.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/344140/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/New_President_of_Norwich_Diocese_Mothers_Union.aspx Tue, 12 Feb 2013 08:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has commissioned Marguerite Phillips as the new Diocesan President of the Mothers’ Union along with twelve trustees at a special service at Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/343524/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_Divine_mind_morality_and_mathematics.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/343524/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_Divine_mind_morality_and_mathematics.aspx Wed, 06 Feb 2013 20:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight ponders the relationship between God, morality and mathematics, and considers how human minds frame this in order to understand reality. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/342642/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCAs_sporting_appeal_to_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/342642/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCAs_sporting_appeal_to_Norfolk_churches.aspx Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has issued an appeal for local churches and youth groups who are interested in putting on Community Games events, to get in touch, as support and finance is available to help them get off the ground. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/342572/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/_1_6m_boost_for_historic_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/342572/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/_1_6m_boost_for_historic_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:00:00 GMT The future of 20 of Norfolk’s most historic listed churches is more secure today after the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) announced over 1.6m of Lottery funding to help carry out urgent structural repairs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/342504/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Embrace_difference_in_the_Christian_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/342504/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Embrace_difference_in_the_Christian_community.aspx Wed, 30 Jan 2013 22:00:00 GMT Joe Lenton argues that we should not fear different expressions of Christianity but recognise that the variety that exists within our faith naturally reflects the diversity of humanity and the complexity of God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/340148/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Holocaust_survivors_honour_Norwich_missionary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/340148/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2013_14/Holocaust_survivors_honour_Norwich_missionary.aspx Tue, 29 Jan 2013 16:00:00 GMT Two Holocaust survivors have paid tribute to the heroism of Norwich missionary Elsie Tilney, over 70 years after she bravely helped to save them and others from the Nazis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/342184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Female_first_for_Norwich_Diocese_Chancellor_post.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/342184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Female_first_for_Norwich_Diocese_Chancellor_post.aspx Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich has installed its first-ever female Chancellor, who is also believed to be the youngest Diocesan Chancellor in the country. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/341758/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Anti_hunger_campaign_launched_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/341758/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Anti_hunger_campaign_launched_in_Norwich.aspx Mon, 28 Jan 2013 18:00:00 GMT Church representatives, Christians and charity supporters got together with the Bishop of Norwich at the Forum in Norwich on Saturday (January 26) to launch Enough Food for Everyone IF and pledge their support to end world hunger. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/341704/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Calling_all_those_who_love_the_earth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/341704/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Calling_all_those_who_love_the_earth.aspx Wed, 23 Jan 2013 21:30:00 GMT The Norwich Diocesan Environmental Officer, Rev Philip Young asks us to view Jesus’ call to love one another as extending to all of God’s creation and all of God’s creatures. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/340730/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_project_will_help_change_lives.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/340730/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_project_will_help_change_lives.aspx Fri, 18 Jan 2013 02:00:00 GMT Lives will be changed for the better after two African charities with close links to Norfolk were chosen to be supported by the Diocese of Norwich’s annual Lent Project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/340734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_plan_to_plug_2m_income.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/340734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_plan_to_plug_2m_income.aspx Thu, 17 Jan 2013 10:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich has revealed a plan to restructure the way it raises finances from its parish congregations following a shortfall in income of 2m over the last four years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/340497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Let_God_sculpt_His_purpose_out_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/340497/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Let_God_sculpt_His_purpose_out_of.aspx Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:00:00 GMT Whether you have a personality type that likes to tick boxes or whether you work in big broad brush strokes, Ruth Tong encourages us all to move from good intentions to putting our plans into actions. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/340568/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_website_boost_as_good_news_travels.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/340568/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_website_boost_as_good_news_travels.aspx Wed, 16 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Good news travels far – and that’s especially true of the stories on the Network Norwich and Norfolk website as overseas readers as far off as Africa and the Middle East find encouragement via the award-winning Christian news portal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/339757/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/My_life_in_science_and_the_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/339757/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/My_life_in_science_and_the_Christian.aspx Fri, 11 Jan 2013 20:00:00 GMT The distinguished Norwich-based scientist Dr Robert Selvendran, reflects on how his life devoted to following Jesus and his passion for scientific research have given him a fuller, more meaningful picture of life in Christ now and eternal life thereafter. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/339823/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Culture_Archive/Story_of_faith_that_changed_untouchable_lives.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/339823/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Culture_Archive/Story_of_faith_that_changed_untouchable_lives.aspx Thu, 10 Jan 2013 10:00:00 GMT The remarkable story of Norfolk minister Rev Canon Pat Atkinson, who has devoted the last 22 years of her life to reaching out to the untouchables in the slums of India, has now been told in full for the first time in a new autobiography. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/339741/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_news_includes_grants_appeal_and_tribute.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/339741/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_news_includes_grants_appeal_and_tribute.aspx Wed, 09 Jan 2013 20:00:00 GMT Latest news about the Norfolk Christian community includes details of churches receiving grants, others looking for funds and a tribute to a local writer and broadcaster. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/339226/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Getting_back_to_the_Gospel_in_2013.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/339226/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Getting_back_to_the_Gospel_in_2013.aspx Mon, 07 Jan 2013 15:00:00 GMT Rev Matt Stone begins the new year by shaking us out of our spiritual amnesia and reminding the Church of the obvious - why it is so important to live and proclaim the Gospel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/339027/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_VIP_dinner_honours_work_of_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/339027/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_VIP_dinner_honours_work_of_faith.aspx Sat, 05 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT 2013: A packed VIP dinner in Norwich, attended by the Lord Mayor and local community leaders, paid tribute in December to the good work of Christian social action groups in the region. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/338763/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Christian_trio_honoured_by_the_Queen.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/338763/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Christian_trio_honoured_by_the_Queen.aspx Thu, 03 Jan 2013 02:00:00 GMT Actor Graham Cole, currently starring in the Norwich Theatre Royal pantomime Aladdin, was among several Christians with Norfolk connections honoured by the Queen in the New Year’s Honours list. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/338731/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Happy_New_Year_You_are_lucky_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/338731/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Happy_New_Year_You_are_lucky_to.aspx Wed, 02 Jan 2013 21:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich columnist James Knight wishes you a happy new year with a philosophical look at the chances of you being alive in 2013. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/288646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Ex_armed_robber_is_now_on_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/288646/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Ex_armed_robber_is_now_on_a.aspx Sat, 29 Dec 2012 01:00:00 GMT 2012: A former Rugby League player, who became a drug dealer and armed robber, is now an ordained minister helping troubled young people find hope in life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/338410/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_s_big_hearted_Julie_helps_African.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/338410/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_s_big_hearted_Julie_helps_African.aspx Fri, 28 Dec 2012 01:00:00 GMT When Norwich author and beautician Julie Prentice visited a needy South African township and saw a sign, 'Beauty Parlour' nailed on a ramshackle tin shed, her heart was touched. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/338382/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Discover_the_real_wonder_of_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/338382/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Discover_the_real_wonder_of_Christmas.aspx Thu, 27 Dec 2012 09:05:00 GMT In Jesus Christ we see the unveiling of God in human form, writes the Rev Mark Elvin, minister at Bowthorpe Church near Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/338257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_get_Norfolk_community_grants_windfall.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/338257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_get_Norfolk_community_grants_windfall.aspx Thu, 27 Dec 2012 09:05:00 GMT A handful of churches were among 41 community groups across Norfolk to have received grants from the County Council from the Authority’s Community Construction Fund. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/338268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Tributes_tradition_and_foodbank_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/338268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Tributes_tradition_and_foodbank_in_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 27 Dec 2012 09:00:00 GMT Local news from the Norfolk Christian community include tributes to a pioneering man of Gid, a posada tradition and boost for Norwich Foodbank. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313411/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Recycle_your_plastic_for_Norfolk_Christian_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313411/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Recycle_your_plastic_for_Norfolk_Christian_charity.aspx Fri, 21 Dec 2012 12:00:00 GMT Remember to recycle this Christmas and bring benefit to both the environment and local addiction charity, The Matthew Project with the Recycle Plastic4Charity scheme. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/338043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Taking_the_out_of_hristmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/338043/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Taking_the_out_of_hristmas.aspx Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight asks us to examine the cultural pressure of excessive gift and card giving this Christmas, and asks whether we can bring about change to ensure our generosity is meaningful and enriching. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337609/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_Mothers_Union_are_Christmas_angels.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337609/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_Mothers_Union_are_Christmas_angels.aspx Wed, 19 Dec 2012 14:00:00 GMT The Mothers Union in the Norwich Diocese have been working hard this month to buy, wrap and send Christmas gifts to the children of 45 prisoners in East Anglian prisons as part of The Prison Fellowship's Angel Tree programme. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337355/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Scooter_is_sign_of_new_life_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337355/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Scooter_is_sign_of_new_life_for.aspx Sun, 16 Dec 2012 01:00:00 GMT Achieving best Vespa scooter award with customised "Marley" at the Mersea Island Scooter Rally in September 2012 was a turning point for Norwich nightclub doorman Peter Cleeton, and a special tribute to his late father. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337356/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Best_Christmas_present_ever_for_Norfolk_actor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337356/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Best_Christmas_present_ever_for_Norfolk_actor.aspx Sat, 15 Dec 2012 12:00:00 GMT As musician, actor and Norfolk businessman, Louis Serghe celebrates the festive season this year he will be mindful of when he received his best Christmas present more than 35 years ago. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Norfolk_mum_tells_of_her_baby_heartache.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Norfolk_mum_tells_of_her_baby_heartache.aspx Sat, 15 Dec 2012 01:00:00 GMT A Norfolk mother has spoken of how she faced heartache and despair on what should have been one of the happiest days of her life – when her first child, Peter, was born with Down's syndrome. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337210/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_attempt_world_carols_record.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337210/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_attempt_world_carols_record.aspx Thu, 13 Dec 2012 14:00:00 GMT This Sunday churches in Thorpe St Andrew, Fakenham and Great Yarmouth are taking part in a new nationwide attempt to smash the Guinness World Record for the largest number of Christmas carol singers singing at the same time. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337009/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Census_names_Norwich_as_least_religious_city.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337009/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Census_names_Norwich_as_least_religious_city.aspx Thu, 13 Dec 2012 12:00:00 GMT Norwich has been named as the least religious city in the whole country in the results of the 2011 Census released today. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337226/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Green_church_1_6m_plan_and_movie.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337226/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Green_church_1_6m_plan_and_movie.aspx Thu, 13 Dec 2012 09:00:00 GMT Latest news for the Norfolk Christian community includes a 1.6m church development plan, an eco-friendly church hall and a movie role for Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337354/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Culture_Archive/From_TV_cop_to_Norwich_pantomime_villain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337354/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Culture_Archive/From_TV_cop_to_Norwich_pantomime_villain.aspx Thu, 13 Dec 2012 01:00:00 GMT From being one of Britain's best-loved TV cops to a scary pantomime villain – that's all in the life of actor Graham Cole who stars in Aladdin at the Theatre Royal in Norwich this Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337198/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Step_beyond_your_comfort_zone_this_Advent.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/337198/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Step_beyond_your_comfort_zone_this_Advent.aspx Wed, 12 Dec 2012 20:00:00 GMT Rev Suzanne Cooke reflects on a point in the year, at Greenbelt, when she took an uncomfortable risk which resulted in the truly wonderful. In this time of Advent are we willing to walk in places that make us vulnerable? http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/336903/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_start_to_plan_for_HOPE.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/336903/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_start_to_plan_for_HOPE.aspx Mon, 10 Dec 2012 22:00:00 GMT On Friday December 7 church leaders from across Norfolk gathered to hear Roy Crowne and the Bishop of Norwich talk about plans for HOPE 2014, a nationwide year of mission. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/336363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Are_you_and_your_church_talent_spotters.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/336363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Are_you_and_your_church_talent_spotters.aspx Wed, 05 Dec 2012 21:00:00 GMT Joe Lenton asks whether Norfolk churches are good at recognising potential?  Do we look at each other in the same way Jesus looked at his disciples, and see the signs of talents that could grow to become something special? http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/335994/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_of_Norfolk_foodbank_and_celebration_services.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/335994/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_of_Norfolk_foodbank_and_celebration_services.aspx Tue, 04 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Latest news of interest to the Norfolk Christian community includes services celebrating the emergency services and the Diamond Jubilee and a boost for a Norfolk foodbank. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/335793/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_idea_reaps_rich_harvest_in_African.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/335793/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_idea_reaps_rich_harvest_in_African.aspx Mon, 03 Dec 2012 02:00:00 GMT Twenty years after the tiny seed of an idea germinated in a student at Norwich Bible School, it has become a harvest field of miracles bringing relief and support to the poor in Africa. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/335645/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_backs_call_for_new_press.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/335645/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_backs_call_for_new_press.aspx Fri, 30 Nov 2012 01:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has called for an end to the current self-regulation of the press in light of the publication of the Leveson Report yesterday which recommended a new state-backed independent regulator underpinned by law. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/335331/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_charitys_plea_to_help_Chinese_orphans.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/335331/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_charitys_plea_to_help_Chinese_orphans.aspx Thu, 29 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT Norfolk-based charity Care for Children has launched a Christmas appeal to raise 3,000 to help place orphans in Tibet and West China into families. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/335338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Salvation_Army_asks_Norfolk_for_Toys_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/335338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Salvation_Army_asks_Norfolk_for_Toys_and.aspx Tue, 27 Nov 2012 21:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army and BBC Radio Norfolk have launched their county wide 'Toys and Tins' appeal for donations of toys and food to bless local children from struggling families this Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/335116/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Dissecting_the_arguments_about_women_bishops.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/335116/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Dissecting_the_arguments_about_women_bishops.aspx Sun, 25 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich columnist James Knight presents his analysis on the reasons why some within the Church of England are for and some against women becoming bishops, before offering his own conclusions. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/334836/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Christian_business_launch_Toes_for_Turf.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/334836/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Christian_business_launch_Toes_for_Turf.aspx Fri, 23 Nov 2012 09:00:00 GMT Christian owned Norwich-based company, Right Angle Events, has launched an innovative new schools pack looking at the forensics of footprints with the aim of raising funds to build a new football pitch for a Bulgarian orphanage. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/334601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Norfolk_couple_complete_50_peaks_challenge.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/334601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Norfolk_couple_complete_50_peaks_challenge.aspx Fri, 23 Nov 2012 09:00:00 GMT Network Norfolk publisher, Keith Morris, and GP wife Nicky, have achieved their challenge of climbing 50 Peaks in 50 Weeks to raise enough money to help a Norfolk-based Christian charity carry out 50 life-changing operations for people in rural Zambia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/334826/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_looks_to_future_after_no.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/334826/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_looks_to_future_after_no.aspx Thu, 22 Nov 2012 17:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has written to all clergy and other officials across the Diocese following the defeat of the Women Bishops legislation earlier in the week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/334684/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/To_the_Bible_women_in_church_leadership.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/334684/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/To_the_Bible_women_in_church_leadership.aspx Wed, 21 Nov 2012 20:00:00 GMT After the General Synod of the Church of England voted against legislation allowing the ordination of women bishops, Baptist Minister Rev Mark Fairweather Tall explores the biblical arguments for women in ministry. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/334519/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/No_vote_is_problem_for_church_says.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/334519/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/No_vote_is_problem_for_church_says.aspx Tue, 20 Nov 2012 18:00:00 GMT The Anglican General Synod today voted against legislation to approve women bishops by a very small margin and the Bishop of Norwich says this presents a problem for the Church and a fresh way forward is urgently needed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/334294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_archdeacon_urges_yes_vote_on_female.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/334294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_archdeacon_urges_yes_vote_on_female.aspx Mon, 19 Nov 2012 09:00:00 GMT Archdeacon of Norwich, the Venerable Jan McFarlane, has issued a video plea to the Anglican General Synod to finally back legislation to allow female bishops in the church in a crucial vote tomorrow (November 20), after 37 years of debate. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/333777/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Oh_Lord_it_s_hard_to_be.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/333777/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Oh_Lord_it_s_hard_to_be.aspx Wed, 14 Nov 2012 16:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian speaker Ruth Tong takes an honest look at the issue of pride and its sneaky disguises and seductions. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/333909/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Testimony_and_thanksgiving_for_Norwich_YFC.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/333909/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Testimony_and_thanksgiving_for_Norwich_YFC.aspx Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Youth for Christ held its Annual Thanksgiving on 10th November at Gateway Vineyard Church with a worship band, young people and staff all giving testimony to what God is doing in the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/333582/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_of_church_threat_appeal_and_windows.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/333582/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_of_church_threat_appeal_and_windows.aspx Tue, 13 Nov 2012 12:00:00 GMT Latest news for the Norwich and Norfolk Christian community includes church paintings under threat, a winter appeal from the Bishop and new stained glass windows. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/333373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_EDL_and_counter_demo_are_peaceable.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/333373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_EDL_and_counter_demo_are_peaceable.aspx Mon, 12 Nov 2012 12:00:00 GMT Two opposing public demonstrations, ostensibly over the issue of freedom of speech and the banning of a Norwich church from City Council premises, went off largely peaceably in Norwich today. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/333416/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/New_youth_worker_appointed_by_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/333416/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/New_youth_worker_appointed_by_Norwich_church.aspx Sun, 11 Nov 2012 20:00:00 GMT Oak Grove Chapel in Norwich estimates that it makes contact with at least 1,400 people in its community each month. Now it has been able to appoint a new Community Youth Worker thanks to Children in Need funding. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/333271/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_reaches_out_across_world.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/333271/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Norfolk_Christian_football_reaches_out_across_world.aspx Fri, 09 Nov 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2012: The Norfolk Christian Football League is a way of creating community links both in this country and abroad as a recent team managers meeting heard last night http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/333239/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_welcomes_new_Archbishop_name.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/333239/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_welcomes_new_Archbishop_name.aspx Fri, 09 Nov 2012 12:00:00 GMT Prime Minister David Cameron has today announced that the Bishop of Durham, the Right Rev Justin Welby, is to be the next Archbishop of Canterbury, an appointment welcomed by fellow front-runner for the role, the Bishop of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/332991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_Christian_project_breaks_down_barriers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/332991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_Christian_project_breaks_down_barriers.aspx Wed, 07 Nov 2012 20:00:00 GMT Since its launch a year ago, the Christian based project ‘English+’ has made a truly positive difference in the lives of many people who have recently moved to Norwich and are not confident about speaking English. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/333002/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_do_non_believers_want_church_weddings.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/333002/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_do_non_believers_want_church_weddings.aspx Wed, 07 Nov 2012 06:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight takes a look at the issues around gay marriage and asks why would any couple who do not believe in the central Christian tenets desire to get married in church? http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/318346/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_completes_36_mile_charity_run.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/318346/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_completes_36_mile_charity_run.aspx Mon, 05 Nov 2012 15:00:00 GMT On Sunday, November 4, braving the cold and rain, Norfolk counsellor Helen Salmon completed a 36 mile run along the Boudicca Way from Diss to Norwich in 8 hours raising money for the Norfolk Christian counselling service 4Cs and Cruse Bereavement Care. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/332257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_of_march_charity_and_suicide_initiative.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/332257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_of_march_charity_and_suicide_initiative.aspx Sat, 03 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Latest news stories of interest to the Norwich and Norfolk Christian community include a controversial march in the city, students helping Norwich Foodbank and a coroner’s initiative on suicide. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/332286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Christian_celebrates_release_of_debut_novel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/332286/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_Christian_celebrates_release_of_debut_novel.aspx Wed, 31 Oct 2012 21:00:00 GMT This week Dr Roy Mclarty, a Professor at Norwich Business School and a member of Norwich Central Baptist Church, is celebrating the release of his debut novel, a thriller called "Snake in the City". http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/332326/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_Christian_scientist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/332326/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_Christian_scientist.aspx Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Brian Hills was a great man of faith and science, a loving husband and father and a Deacon at Taverham Evangelical Church (TEC). He passed away on 29th October aged 63 at his home surrounded by his family. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/332159/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Your_chance_to_make_a_will_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/332159/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Your_chance_to_make_a_will_and.aspx Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk residents are being urged to make a Will this November as research by Will Aid reveals that almost half the population mistakenly believe their estate will automatically pass to their partner when they die. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/331786/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_a_year_of_growth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/331786/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_celebrates_a_year_of_growth.aspx Fri, 26 Oct 2012 11:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk celebrated a year of growth and development, told through the words of its staff, partners and the young people it works with, at the Open Venue in Norwich on October 25. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/331583/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Godbaby_poster_what_do_you_think.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/331583/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Godbaby_poster_what_do_you_think.aspx Wed, 24 Oct 2012 19:00:00 GMT Rev Mark Fairweather Tall casts a look at the new poster for the popular ‘Christmas Starts with Christ’ campaign and asks whether it will succeed in making the public think more about the true meaning of Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/330836/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_Speak_take_action_on_tax_injustice.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/330836/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_Speak_take_action_on_tax_injustice.aspx Sat, 20 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMT The Norwich SPEAK group, a group of young Christians who meet to pray and campaign about issues of social injustice, met with Simon Wright MP to discuss the christian Aid tax justice campaign. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/330837/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mothers_Union_world_leader_speaks_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/330837/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mothers_Union_world_leader_speaks_in_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 19 Oct 2012 11:00:00 GMT Worldwide President of Mothers’ Union, Rosemary Kempsell, set the scene for the changing face of an organisation that began more than 130 years ago, when she was guest speaker at five Norfolk venues last week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/330216/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Hebrons_25_years_of_recovery_and_changed.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/330216/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Hebrons_25_years_of_recovery_and_changed.aspx Thu, 18 Oct 2012 20:00:00 GMT This year Norwich Christian charity Hebron trust is celebrating 25 years of working with women with addiction. Four women who have been through the recovery process spoke about their experiences at Hebron and of their changed lives afterwards. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/330765/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_says_church_faces_uncertainty.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/330765/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_says_church_faces_uncertainty.aspx Thu, 18 Oct 2012 11:00:00 GMT The Church of England faces an unsettling time with uncertainty over the Anglican Covenant and women bishops, the Bishop of Norwich told the Norwich Diocesan Synod on Saturday October 13. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/330636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_Police_to_celebrate_anniversary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/330636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_Police_to_celebrate_anniversary.aspx Wed, 17 Oct 2012 19:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Constabulary branch of the Christian Police Association is celebrating its third anniversary in November with a focus on the CPA Pocket New testament. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/330233/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_can_our_churches_learn_from_Chapelfield.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/330233/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/What_can_our_churches_learn_from_Chapelfield.aspx Wed, 17 Oct 2012 14:00:00 GMT Suzanne Cooke starts to explores why younger people love shopping centres like Norwich’s Chapelfield but are much more reticent to enter churches in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/330347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_churches_speak_out_against_EDL_march.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/330347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_churches_speak_out_against_EDL_march.aspx Sun, 14 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMT Leaders of all the main Christian denominations in Norwich have spoken out against a march by the English Defence League in Norwich organized because a city church has been barred by Norwich City Council for anti-Islam material. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/329931/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Faith_is_inspiration_for_Norfolk_beauty_sanctuary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/329931/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Faith_is_inspiration_for_Norfolk_beauty_sanctuary.aspx Sat, 13 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT South Norfolk beauty consultant Emma Stevenson is inspired by her Christian faith and Esther, a character from the Bible. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/329927/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bruno_s_diamond_role_in_Queen_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/329927/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Bruno_s_diamond_role_in_Queen_s.aspx Thu, 11 Oct 2012 09:00:00 GMT The mastermind behind national beacon celebrations to mark the Millennium, the Queen's Golden and recent Diamond Jubilee is Norfolk man of faith Bruno Peek. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305931/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Study_helps_reveal_why_people_leave_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305931/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Study_helps_reveal_why_people_leave_churches.aspx Thu, 11 Oct 2012 08:00:00 GMT Most people leave churches because they feel offended by the leadership or church and do not feel they are shown understanding, according to a major new piece of research compiled with the help of Network Norfolk users. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/329675/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Reflecting_on_the_wonder_of_God_s.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/329675/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Reflecting_on_the_wonder_of_God_s.aspx Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:00:00 GMT Joe Lenton reminds us that even when things go wrong, we can always take encouragement from being fearfully and wonderfully made. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/328338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norwich_Christians_share_Gods_love_in_Africa.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/328338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norwich_Christians_share_Gods_love_in_Africa.aspx Tue, 09 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christians George and Rosemary Willard are founders of a charity providing healthcare and education to vulnerable people in Uganda. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/329429/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_launches_40k_Voicebox_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/329429/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_launches_40k_Voicebox_appeal.aspx Tue, 09 Oct 2012 07:00:00 GMT Norfolk based Christian charity, the Matthew Project, has launched a 40,000 fundraising campaign to replace its well-used and much valued mobile youth venue, the Voicebox caravan. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/329326/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_musician_challenges_Norfolk_pupils.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/329326/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_musician_challenges_Norfolk_pupils.aspx Mon, 08 Oct 2012 19:15:00 GMT A multimedia event developed by Christian singer-songwriter and rapper Chip Kendall will be challenging pupils in Kings Lynn and Harleston this week with the question ‘Does God love science?’ http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/329143/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/One_week_in_the_life_of_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/329143/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/One_week_in_the_life_of_a.aspx Fri, 05 Oct 2012 14:00:00 GMT Norwich church leader Ian Savory has had a week both to remember and to forget from the highs of Wembley Stadium to the lows of a church break-in. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/328835/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Finding_the_best_rules_of_thumb_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/328835/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Finding_the_best_rules_of_thumb_to.aspx Wed, 03 Oct 2012 21:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight explains how ‘The Golden Rule’ and the ‘Amnesia principle’ are the best rules of thumb to live by and how Jesus embodied both. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/328486/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_singathon_life_saver_and_fond_farewell.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/328486/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_singathon_life_saver_and_fond_farewell.aspx Mon, 01 Oct 2012 15:00:00 GMT Latest Norfolk Christian news include a church singathon, a life-saving machine at Norwich Cathedral and a fond farewell to a Norfolk vicar. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327773/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_Chinese_church_still_growing_14_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327773/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_Chinese_church_still_growing_14_years.aspx Fri, 28 Sep 2012 23:00:00 GMT A Chinese church congregation which started in a Norwich home is celebrating its continued growth some 14 years after it was launched. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/328030/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_of_controversial_march_Bible_and_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/328030/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_of_controversial_march_Bible_and_prayer.aspx Thu, 27 Sep 2012 23:00:00 GMT Latest news of interest to the Norwich and Norfolk Christian community includes a 400-year Bible on show, a controversial march and a Bishop's prayer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Idea_of_Norwich_mature_Christian_singles_group.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Idea_of_Norwich_mature_Christian_singles_group.aspx Thu, 27 Sep 2012 23:00:00 GMT The idea of starting a Christian Singles Group in Norwich for those in their 40s and 50s has been floated. Elaine Rowe shares her experience and thoughts. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_bishop_prays_not_to_be_next.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_bishop_prays_not_to_be_next.aspx Thu, 27 Sep 2012 08:00:00 GMT As the Crown Nominations Commission meets today to begin selecting the next Archbishop of Canterbury, one of the leading contenders, the Bishop of Norwich, has told BBC Radio Norfolk that he is "hoping and praying" that God does not choose him. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327763/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/New_Norwich_minister_crosses_the_country.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327763/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/New_Norwich_minister_crosses_the_country.aspx Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT In a ministry move from Somerset to Norfolk, the Rev Mark Elvin of the United Reformed Church was inducted to the pastorate of Bowthorpe’s ecumenical church on Saturday, September 22. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327135/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Young_people_need_to_hear_the_Gospel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327135/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Young_people_need_to_hear_the_Gospel.aspx Sun, 23 Sep 2012 06:00:00 GMT New Director of Norwich Youth for Christ, Nick Blanch, believes that young people today are more open to the Gospel message than ever, they just need the opportunity to hear it – which is where NYFC come in. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327304/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Aid_tax_justice_bus_rolls_into.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327304/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_Aid_tax_justice_bus_rolls_into.aspx Fri, 21 Sep 2012 15:00:00 GMT A campaign for tax justice rolled into Norwich on Wednesday in the form of a big red double decker bus parked outside Norwich cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327021/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_spiritual_giant_Michael.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327021/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_spiritual_giant_Michael.aspx Thu, 20 Sep 2012 09:05:00 GMT Popular Norwich minister and former chaplain to the Bishop of Norwich, Canon Michael Stagg, has passed away after 18 months of living with cancer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327003/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Victory_in_the_resolve_to_keep_going.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327003/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Victory_in_the_resolve_to_keep_going.aspx Thu, 20 Sep 2012 09:00:00 GMT Through a chance meeting with a determined trainee soldier, Ruth Tong finds hope and encouragement to keep persevering through difficult spiritual times.    http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/326999/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Marketing_skills_for_Norfolk_church_activists.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/326999/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Marketing_skills_for_Norfolk_church_activists.aspx Wed, 19 Sep 2012 21:00:00 GMT On 11th September Christian activists from across the county came together for two thought provoking training sessions in marketing and social media hosted by the Media Trust and Network Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327000/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_12.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/327000/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_12.aspx Wed, 19 Sep 2012 09:00:00 GMT Be among the first to read the Harvest edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk which has just released its latest e-edition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/326281/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolks_Matthew_finishes_his_own_Tour_De.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/326281/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolks_Matthew_finishes_his_own_Tour_De.aspx Fri, 14 Sep 2012 11:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian Matthew Newton, who runs a wealth management and financial planning practice, has just cycled over 250 miles from Calais to Reims, alongside former England cricket captain Michael Vaughan, to raise 2,293 for charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/326225/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/_4_4m_Norwich_homeless_project_MyPlace.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/326225/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/_4_4m_Norwich_homeless_project_MyPlace.aspx Wed, 12 Sep 2012 22:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk’s 4.4m MyPlace development of 40 self-contained flats for young homeless people on Bethel Street in Norwich city centre, was officially launched at a civic reception on Friday September 7. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/326154/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Biggest_danger_to_Norfolk_church_is_apathy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/326154/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Biggest_danger_to_Norfolk_church_is_apathy.aspx Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:00:00 GMT Rev Matt Stone contrasts the attitudes of consumerism and apathy found in churches in Norfolk against the sacrifice and risk that Christians in other parts of the world face because of their faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/325783/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_celebrates_member_s_centenary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/325783/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_celebrates_member_s_centenary.aspx Mon, 10 Sep 2012 11:00:00 GMT A church in Norwich held a special Sunday celebration in honour of the 100th birthday of one of its members, who had played badminton until she was 84. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/325064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Hundreds_head_from_Norfolk_to_Wembley_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/325064/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Hundreds_head_from_Norfolk_to_Wembley_to.aspx Thu, 06 Sep 2012 02:00:00 GMT 7 coaches carrying almost 350 people are travelling to Wembley from Norfolk for the National Day of Prayer and Worship on Saturday 29 September. There is still time to book your place. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/325351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishops_garden_raises_18k_for_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/325351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishops_garden_raises_18k_for_charity.aspx Thu, 06 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich’s Garden has had a record-breaking year helping local charities to raise nearly 18,000 and there is a final chance to see it this week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/325137/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Speaking_a_smart_coherent_Christian_philosophy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/325137/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Speaking_a_smart_coherent_Christian_philosophy.aspx Wed, 05 Sep 2012 19:00:00 GMT Regular columnist James Knight likens the cleansing effect of speaking a smart and coherent Christian philosophy to clearing a polluted river of rubbish. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/325118/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/New_Norwich_community_café_is_a_stepping.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/325118/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/New_Norwich_community_café_is_a_stepping.aspx Wed, 05 Sep 2012 05:00:00 GMT A new community café has opened in Norwich city centre, the result of an innovative social enterprise partnership between YMCA Norfolk and local businesses, in which young homeless people have played a vital role. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/325058/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_wins_drug_and_alcohol_contract.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/325058/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Matthew_Project_wins_drug_and_alcohol_contract.aspx Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:00:00 GMT An innovative new drug and alcohol treatment and recovery service is to be launched right across Norfolk next spring with the Christian-based Matthew Project as one of its key partners. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/North_Norfolk_Under_10s_league_gets_under.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304257/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/North_Norfolk_Under_10s_league_gets_under.aspx Mon, 03 Sep 2012 23:00:00 GMT 2012: The Norfolk Christian Football league is holding two “taster” sessions on September 22 for those wishing to play in the new North Norfolk Under 10s league, and is appealing for adult volunteers to help supervise the league. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/324593/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_offers_free_debt_advice_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/324593/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_offers_free_debt_advice_service.aspx Thu, 30 Aug 2012 09:00:00 GMT With the current economic climate exposing the huge need for people in financial difficulties to have somewhere to go for help, a Norwich church has stepped into the arena by opening a centre offering help and advice for those who are already struggling. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/324630/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/A_big_thank_you_for_seven_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/324630/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/A_big_thank_you_for_seven_years.aspx Wed, 29 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMT As Network Norwich and Norfolk approaches its seventh anniversary, publisher Keith Morris wants to issue a big thank-you. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/324398/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_urged_to_make_most_of_Paralympics.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/324398/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Churches_urged_to_make_most_of_Paralympics.aspx Tue, 28 Aug 2012 21:00:00 GMT As the Paralympics begins, the More than Gold Initiative is encouraging churches to do what the Olympic movement has done - take the issues of disability to its heart. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/320376/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Olympic_meeting_with_Usain_Bolt_for_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/320376/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Olympic_meeting_with_Usain_Bolt_for_Christian.aspx Thu, 23 Aug 2012 09:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian physiotherapist Collins Ogbeivor was right at the centre of the action in the Olympic Stadium during the two weeks of the London 2012 Olympics as a volunteer physiotherapist on the official medical team – he even got to meet Usain Bolt. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/323599/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Skydive_chaplain_jobs_and_church_refurbishment.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/323599/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Skydive_chaplain_jobs_and_church_refurbishment.aspx Wed, 22 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMT Latest news from the Norfolk Christian community includes a vicar and his son doing a skydive, two chaplain jobs at a local hospital and the start of refurbishment work at a Norfolk church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/323351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Hope_into_Action_sets_up_new_home.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/323351/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Hope_into_Action_sets_up_new_home.aspx Tue, 21 Aug 2012 07:00:00 GMT Hope into Action, a Christian charity which works in partnership with churches to house and provide support to the vulnerable, is thrilled to be opening its first house in Norwich in conjunction with Norwich Central Baptist Church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/323123/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prof_tells_teenagers_that_science_points_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/323123/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prof_tells_teenagers_that_science_points_to.aspx Sun, 19 Aug 2012 18:00:00 GMT Oxford University mathematics professor Dr John Lennox addressed over 2,000 teenagers at the Newday festival near Norwich today on the hot topic Has Science Buried God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/322662/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Newday_Christian_festival_launches_radio_station.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/322662/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Newday_Christian_festival_launches_radio_station.aspx Wed, 15 Aug 2012 19:00:00 GMT Over 6,000 excited young people arrived at the Royal Norfolk Showground near Norwich on August 13 for Newday, the Christian youth festival and this year Newday is running its own on-site radio station, which can also be heard across Norwich on 87.7 fm. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/322470/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_teacher_set_to_walk_for_African.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/322470/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_teacher_set_to_walk_for_African.aspx Mon, 13 Aug 2012 15:00:00 GMT A Norfolk teacher is about to set off on a five-day walk around the county’s coastline to raise money for a Norfolk-based charity which aims to provide educational opportunities for children in Zimbabwe. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/322343/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_identified_as_a_Beacon_website.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/322343/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_identified_as_a_Beacon_website.aspx Wed, 08 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMT Network Norwich and Norfolk has been identified as a Beacon Hub community news website by national charity The Media Trust because of our quality work in the area of community reporting. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/322333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_USA_choir_and_church_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/322333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_USA_choir_and_church_appeal.aspx Wed, 08 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMT Latest news for the Norwich and Norfolk Christian community includes the remarkable story of a former Bishop of Norwich, a US choir visiting their roots in Norfolk and a Norwich church celebrating a roof appeal. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/322329/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Olympic_Games_have_set_our_hearts_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/322329/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Olympic_Games_have_set_our_hearts_on.aspx Wed, 08 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMT Our hearts have been set on fire by the amazing success of Team GB during the heady days of the London 2012 Olympic Games says Norwich vicar Philip Young. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/322086/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Lords_praise_innovative_Norwich_Diocese_internet_plan.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/322086/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Lords_praise_innovative_Norwich_Diocese_internet_plan.aspx Tue, 07 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMT An innovative scheme from the Norwich Diocese which gives broadband access to remote rural communities has been highlighted as an example of best practice in a report just released from the Lords Communications Select Committee. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/321705/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Finding_a_balance_in_life_with_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/321705/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Finding_a_balance_in_life_with_the.aspx Thu, 02 Aug 2012 10:00:00 GMT Should we use set prayers, borrowing someone else’s words, or should we make up our own asks Norfolk Christian author and freelance theologian Joe Lenton. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/321468/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/New_1m_church_opens_doors_in_South.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/321468/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/New_1m_church_opens_doors_in_South.aspx Wed, 01 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMT 2012: A 1m new Catholic church in South Norfolk opened its doors to its congregation on Saturday when its new premises was finally ready. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/321458/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/YMCA_Norfolk_receive_keys_to_4_4m.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/321458/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/YMCA_Norfolk_receive_keys_to_4_4m.aspx Mon, 30 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMT The handover of YMCA Norfolk’s new 4.4m development of 40 self-contained flats for young homeless people in Norwich city centre, from housing developer Lovell, took place today, Tuesday July 31. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/320829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_the_free_will_issue_is_unsolvable.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/320829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_the_free_will_issue_is_unsolvable.aspx Mon, 23 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist Jame Knight explains where the is never a resolution to the debate over free will. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/320152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Culture_Archive/Radio_accolade_chance_for_Norfolk_nativity_play.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/320152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Culture_Archive/Radio_accolade_chance_for_Norfolk_nativity_play.aspx Thu, 19 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMT A Christmas Nativity play on BBC Radio Norfolk featuring the Bishop of Norwich and three local MPs has been shortlisted for a prestigious national broadcasting award. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/320136/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Hundreds_mourn_the_extraordinary_Paul_Lin.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/320136/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Hundreds_mourn_the_extraordinary_Paul_Lin.aspx Thu, 19 Jul 2012 11:00:00 GMT Hundreds of mourners this week packed the funeral service for Paul Lin, the popular Norwich Christian restaurateur who was also described as ‘an extraordinary man with a remarkable testimony’. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/320090/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Newday_to_bring_6000_young_Christians_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/320090/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Newday_to_bring_6000_young_Christians_to.aspx Thu, 19 Jul 2012 09:00:00 GMT Over 6000 young Christians will converge on the Royal Norfolk Showground near Norwich on August 13 to play sports, listen to great bands, get involved in community activities, to learn about God and explore the relevance of the Christian faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/320047/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Eco_church_music_marathon_and_football_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/320047/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Eco_church_music_marathon_and_football_award.aspx Thu, 19 Jul 2012 01:00:00 GMT Latest news about the Norfolk Christian community includes a eco-congregation in Mid Norfolk, a musical marathon in North Norfolk and an inspiring young Christian football volunteer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/319856/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_set_to_umpire_cricket_match.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/319856/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_set_to_umpire_cricket_match.aspx Tue, 17 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Revd Graham James, is to sharpen his adjudicating skills when he acts as umpire in a cricket match between two teams captained by his suffragan bishops on Saturday July 21 at Langley School near Loddon. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/319118/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Gods_new_life_means_death_need_not.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/319118/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Gods_new_life_means_death_need_not.aspx Tue, 17 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMT Philip Young, vicar at St Thomas' Church, Heigham says that God’s new life is for all and death is no longer to be feared. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/319495/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_call_for_justice_on_human_trafficking.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/319495/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_call_for_justice_on_human_trafficking.aspx Thu, 12 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMT Budding opera singer Ben Cooley was working backstage in a theatre when he first heard the frightening statistics associated with current day human trafficking across the world, including in the UK. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/319325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_call_to_listen_to_the_inner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/319325/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_call_to_listen_to_the_inner.aspx Wed, 11 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMT To help Christians in all our churches to engage more fruitfully with those suffering mental distress, Norfolk Christian magistrate and social psychologist John Myhill draws on his own professional experiences. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/318398/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christians_celebrate_with_Olympic_Torch_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/318398/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christians_celebrate_with_Olympic_Torch_in_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 05 Jul 2012 10:00:00 GMT As the Olympic Torch passed through Norfolk, the county’s Christian community took its full part in the celebrations with prayer flashmobs and batons and several torchbearers involved. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/318337/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_insurmountable_problem_with_intelligent_design.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/318337/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_insurmountable_problem_with_intelligent_design.aspx Tue, 03 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight argues that the theory of intelligent design is philosphically mistaken. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/317941/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Fruitful_season_for_Norfolk_Christian_football_team.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/317941/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Fruitful_season_for_Norfolk_Christian_football_team.aspx Mon, 02 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMT 2012: The Norfolk Christian Football League (NCFL) is growing in both recognition and numbers as more teams, including a growing ENYP team, join this exciting Saturday morning league. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/317852/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_honoured_with_Olympic_Torch.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/317852/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_honoured_with_Olympic_Torch.aspx Sun, 01 Jul 2012 22:00:00 GMT Several members of the Norfolk Christian community will be Olympic Torchbearers this Wednesday and Thursday. Here are their stories and where you can go and support them. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/317687/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prayer_relay_as_Olympic_Torch_reaches_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/317687/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prayer_relay_as_Olympic_Torch_reaches_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 29 Jun 2012 20:00:00 GMT The Olympic Torch Relay is encouraging a cascade of prayer and praise through villages, towns and cities across Britain. Now get ready, as the prayer baton comes to Norfolk on the 4th to 5th July. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/317432/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Baptist_president_takes_tour_of_East_Anglia.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/317432/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Baptist_president_takes_tour_of_East_Anglia.aspx Thu, 28 Jun 2012 09:00:00 GMT The Eastern Baptist Association hosted Baptist Union President, Rev Chris Duffett, on the second leg of The Big Hearted Tour, last weekend, including helping South Norfolk’s Carleton Rode Baptist Church celebrate its 200th anniversary. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/317224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Harry_breaks_Christian_Aid_Norfolk_canoe_record.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/317224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Harry_breaks_Christian_Aid_Norfolk_canoe_record.aspx Tue, 26 Jun 2012 22:00:00 GMT Eighty-seven year old Harry Rout from Norwich broke all records recently when he became the oldest person to complete a Christian Aid sponsored canoe trip. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/317192/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_to_ordain_ex_GP_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/317192/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_to_ordain_ex_GP_and.aspx Tue, 26 Jun 2012 11:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich is to ordain 9 new deacons and 8 priests in Norwich Cathedral on Saturday 30th June including a former GP, lecturer, accountant, scientist and a great Zumba enthusiast. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/317115/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/MP_tells_Norfolk_Christian_charity_to_get.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/317115/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/MP_tells_Norfolk_Christian_charity_to_get.aspx Mon, 25 Jun 2012 09:00:00 GMT The MP who chairs the Parliamentary Group on Prostitution encouraged The Magdalene Group to get angry as they launched a new campaign drawing attention to issues of sexual exploitation in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/316760/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/A_balanced_view_of_the_metaphysical_world.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/316760/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/A_balanced_view_of_the_metaphysical_world.aspx Wed, 20 Jun 2012 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight reflects on how empirical knowledge and metaphysical beliefs can relate to each other. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/316321/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_praise_musicians_to_herald_Olympic_Torch.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/316321/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_praise_musicians_to_herald_Olympic_Torch.aspx Mon, 18 Jun 2012 09:00:00 GMT Local Christian musicians are needed to join an open-topped Praise Bus, travelling across the country an hour ahead of the Olympic Flame, for the Norwich to Yarmouth leg of its journey on Thursday 5th July. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/316014/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/_1m_raised_as_Norwich_homeless_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/316014/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/_1m_raised_as_Norwich_homeless_project.aspx Thu, 14 Jun 2012 11:00:00 GMT A public appeal to raise 1m, to complete the funding for a 4.4m development of 40 self-contained flats for young homeless people in Norwich city centre, has been reached, with the doors due to open in early August. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/315931/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrating_faith_in_action_across_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/315931/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrating_faith_in_action_across_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 14 Jun 2012 07:00:00 GMT 2012: Celebration of the Christian faith was the key theme of the fourth annual Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk festival from June 8-10 at the Forum in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/315529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_Christian_campaigner.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/315529/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_Christian_campaigner.aspx Sun, 10 Jun 2012 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian campaigner and community stalwart, David Roberts, has died aged 82. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/314945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_royal_family_gives_pride_and_pleasure.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/314945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_royal_family_gives_pride_and_pleasure.aspx Tue, 05 Jun 2012 19:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight reflects on the weekend's Jubilee celebrations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/314943/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Finding_completeness_in_Gods_love.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/314943/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Finding_completeness_in_Gods_love.aspx Mon, 04 Jun 2012 23:00:00 GMT Norwich vicar Revd Philip Young writes about his experiences of bereavement and the completeness that is found in God's love. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/314718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Three_jailed_for_12m_scam_on_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/314718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Three_jailed_for_12m_scam_on_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 01 Jun 2012 16:25:00 GMT Three men have been jailed for a scam which defrauded Norwich Christian businessman Graham Dacre of 12m in what is the biggest fraud case ever tackled by Norfolk police. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/314224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_Christian_charity_celebrates_first_resident.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/314224/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_Christian_charity_celebrates_first_resident.aspx Tue, 29 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT The Norwich based Christian charity, Hope and Song to Freedom, has welcomed the first resident to its new shelter for women released from a Peruvian prison. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313868/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolks_Ambassadors_want_to_spread_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313868/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolks_Ambassadors_want_to_spread_the.aspx Sat, 26 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT A YMCA Norfolk Ambassadors scheme is being launched to introduce and communicate the Christian charity’s vital work to churches and other groups across Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313890/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Global_Day_of_Prayer_in_six_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313890/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Global_Day_of_Prayer_in_six_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 24 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT For this weekend’s Pentecost Sunday, May 27, the Global Day of Prayer Event will be held in several different venues around Norwich and Norfolk rather than one main venue. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_launches_African_nursery_fund.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313820/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_launches_African_nursery_fund.aspx Wed, 23 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT On Saturday 19th May at the Proclaimers church in Norwich, Barbara Royce launched a campaign to raise 50,000 to build a nursery school in the South African township of Rosedale. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313616/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/NYFC_Gospel_Choir_sees_lives_changed.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313616/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/NYFC_Gospel_Choir_sees_lives_changed.aspx Wed, 23 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT As the Norwich Youth for Christ Gospel Choir prepares to put on their first major concert since 2010 the young choir members describe how the experience is having a life changing effect. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313605/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_couples_bid_to_help_Thailand_orphans.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313605/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norwich_couples_bid_to_help_Thailand_orphans.aspx Wed, 23 May 2012 01:00:00 GMT A young Norwich Christian couple are about to embark on a life-changing move to Thailand to launch an innovative project with the Thai government to develop local family placement care for orphans. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313738/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/What_happens_when_were_offended_on_Gods.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313738/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/What_happens_when_were_offended_on_Gods.aspx Tue, 22 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight looks at what lies behind the hostile response towards controversial issues such as civil partnerships, women bishops and divorce. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313374/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Missionary_Heidi_Baker_fills_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313374/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Missionary_Heidi_Baker_fills_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Mon, 21 May 2012 18:30:00 GMT The charismatic American missionary, Heidi Baker, spoke to an audience of over 500 people in Norwich Cathedral on Saturday evening as the Fountain of Life Network Church launched a new Christian network for the region. Jenny Seal reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_pastor_tells_of_new_life_after.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_pastor_tells_of_new_life_after.aspx Sat, 19 May 2012 03:00:00 GMT A retired Norfolk pastor told a Norwich audience this week how the healing power of God had given him a new lease of life - “I feel like a younger man - now I’m 78 going on 27,” said the Rev Peter Lane. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313179/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_opens_debt_counselling_centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/313179/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_opens_debt_counselling_centre.aspx Thu, 17 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT Norwich people struggling with overwhelming debt are set to get free help from an acclaimed Christian charity opening a new centre in the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Commissioning_of_new_Norwich_YFC_Director.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307719/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Commissioning_of_new_Norwich_YFC_Director.aspx Thu, 17 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT To mark the start of his directorship, Norwich Youth for Christ is extending an open invitation to the Commissioning Service of Nick Blanch on Sunday 10th June. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/312841/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mental_health_support_plea_to_Norfolk_Christians.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/312841/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mental_health_support_plea_to_Norfolk_Christians.aspx Tue, 15 May 2012 14:00:00 GMT A plea to support people with mental health problems coming before the local courts has been issued by Norfolk Christian magistrate, John Myhill. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/312790/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Community_cafe_opens_in_arson_hit_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/312790/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Community_cafe_opens_in_arson_hit_church.aspx Tue, 15 May 2012 01:00:00 GMT 2012: A brand-new community café has just opened its doors in an historic 200-year-old church in South Norfolk following a devastating fire almost three years ago. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/312654/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Surrey_Chapel_secure_first_cup_final_win.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/312654/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/NCFL_News/Surrey_Chapel_secure_first_cup_final_win.aspx Mon, 14 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT 2012: Surrey Chapel secured a famous league and cup double with a win in the Norfolk Christian Football League’s flagship Bishop’s Cup final on Saturday May 12 against UEA Rovers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/290026/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Fathers_Heart_conference_set_for_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/290026/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Fathers_Heart_conference_set_for_Norfolk.aspx Fri, 11 May 2012 06:00:00 GMT High-profile Christian speakers Heidi Baker and Mark Stibbe are set to appear at the Father's Heart conference in Norfolk in May 2012. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/312126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_capital_punishment_is_never_the_right.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/312126/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_capital_punishment_is_never_the_right.aspx Tue, 08 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight shares his thoughts on capital punishment. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/312017/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_priests_yet_to_join_new_Catholic.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/312017/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_priests_yet_to_join_new_Catholic.aspx Tue, 08 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT A Catholic group set up to welcome former Anglican priests and members, and named after the Norfolk shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham, is yet to establish a group or attract any priests from the county some 16 months after it was established. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/311836/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_deans_message_of_hope_to_Zimbabwe.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/311836/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_deans_message_of_hope_to_Zimbabwe.aspx Mon, 07 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT The Dean of Norwich, the Very Rev Graham Smith, has just returned from a 10-week trip to Zimbabwe where police wielding batons and armed with tear gas regularly break up Anglican church services. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/311139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_former_prison_officer_and_foster.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/311139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_former_prison_officer_and_foster.aspx Tue, 01 May 2012 17:00:00 GMT Colin Sanderson, a former Norwich prison officer, who – with his wife – Sheila fostered 35 young children and also helped pioneer the Alpha Course in Norwich Prison – has died after a year-long illness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/310871/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_bishops_have_their_say_on_gay.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/310871/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_bishops_have_their_say_on_gay.aspx Sun, 29 Apr 2012 14:00:00 GMT The Bishops of Norwich, Thetford and Lynn, say that they are sympathetic to the full inclusion of gay people in our society but that the Government’s current same-sex marriage proposals raise other important issues and are liable to generate more problems http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/310783/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_former_Norwich_Bishops_chaplain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/310783/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_former_Norwich_Bishops_chaplain.aspx Sat, 28 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMT Former Chaplain to the Bishop of Norwich and Diocesan Press Officer Rev Tom Heffer died on Monday evening (April 23) following a minor car accident. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/310553/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_helps_bring_Olympic_spirit_to_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/310553/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_helps_bring_Olympic_spirit_to_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 26 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has teamed up with Active Norfolk to bring a series of Community Games to Norfolk in the run-up to the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympic Games this summer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/310538/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Church_helps_community_celebrate_St_George.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/310538/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Church_helps_community_celebrate_St_George.aspx Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Vineyard took a leading role in the Thorpe St Andrew Town Council St George’s Day event last Sunday, opening up proceedings with an outdoor service - despite torrential rain and hail. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/310503/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Evolution_helps_us_marvel_in_the_extraordinary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/310503/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Evolution_helps_us_marvel_in_the_extraordinary.aspx Tue, 24 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight looks at some of the abilities shared between humans and animals and explains how this puts the things that fill us with awe into perspective. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/309629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Council_ban_Norwich_church_over_Islam_leaflet.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/309629/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Council_ban_Norwich_church_over_Islam_leaflet.aspx Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has been banned from holding a weekly city-centre bookstall and been stopped from worshipping in the premises which it has used for the last 18 years, after a complaint to Norwich City Council that it sold a leaflet criticising Islam. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/309448/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Choice_between_creative_and_destructive_power.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/309448/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Choice_between_creative_and_destructive_power.aspx Wed, 18 Apr 2012 14:00:00 GMT Human beings have been given the power to create and the power to destroy. If we are to flourish then we must use the power given to us in a creative and imaginative way says Rev Philip Young. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/309041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Prayer_for_Revival_meetings_continue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/309041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Prayer_for_Revival_meetings_continue.aspx Fri, 13 Apr 2012 01:00:00 GMT Prayer for Revival provides an opportunity for pastors and churches to pray together across Norfolk. Two events are being held on April 16 to carry on praying for revival and the extension of God’s Kingdom. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/309039/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_celebrates_Easter_a_week_late.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/309039/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_celebrates_Easter_a_week_late.aspx Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT At least one Norwich church is set to celebrate Easter this weekend, a week later than most other congregations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/308268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Change_is_at_the_heart_of_our.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/308268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Change_is_at_the_heart_of_our.aspx Wed, 11 Apr 2012 22:00:00 GMT Change for the better: Ecumenism and the Orthodox concept of salvation was the subject addressed by Dr Michael Kennedy as part of a service during the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in West Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307948/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_churches_bring_Easter_Journey_alive.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307948/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_churches_bring_Easter_Journey_alive.aspx Mon, 09 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT 2012: The Easter story was brought to life in an innovative new way through a series of co-ordinated events staged by half-a-dozen churches in various locations across Norwich city centre on Good Friday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307898/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Can_religious_belief_make_people_worse.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307898/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Can_religious_belief_make_people_worse.aspx Sun, 08 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMT Religious belief changes people’s behaviour – there seems little doubt about that. Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight asks the question “Can religious belief make people worse?”. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/There_is_power_in_prayer_says_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/There_is_power_in_prayer_says_Norwich.aspx Fri, 06 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMT There is real power in prayer, writes the Bishop of Norwich in his Easter message, as the world of football realised recently when tragedy struck player Fabrice Muamba. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307667/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christians_urged_to_have_say_on_gay.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307667/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christians_urged_to_have_say_on_gay.aspx Thu, 05 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT Many Christians across Norfolk have joined the campaign against Prime Minister David Cameron’s plan to legalise same-sex marriage with some church leaders urging others to follow suit. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Freedom_from_religion_or_freedom_for_religion.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Freedom_from_religion_or_freedom_for_religion.aspx Wed, 04 Apr 2012 19:00:00 GMT Do we want freedom from religion or freedom for religion? Professor Derek Burke, former Vice Chancellor of UEA, examines the arguments presented in Norwich recently by Prof Roger Trigg. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307559/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Salvation_Army_world_leader_in_Norwich_visit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307559/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Salvation_Army_world_leader_in_Norwich_visit.aspx Wed, 04 Apr 2012 12:00:00 GMT The worldwide leader of The Salvation Army, General Linda Bond, will be conducting the Easter weekend convention at St Giles Street in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307642/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_awarded_Jubilee_funding.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307642/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_awarded_Jubilee_funding.aspx Tue, 03 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMT Seven churches around the county have been awarded funding by Norfolk County Council to host community events celebrating the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. And it’s not too late to apply for funding for your event. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307130/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Bishop_opens_Norwich_churchs_community_room.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/307130/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Bishop_opens_Norwich_churchs_community_room.aspx Sun, 01 Apr 2012 18:00:00 GMT Ten years hard work and a fundraising effort totalling 435,000 came to fruition when the Bishop of Norwich dedicated a new community room extension at the historic St Mary’s Church in Hellesdon on Sunday March 25. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/306779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Baghdad_vicar_brings_Norwich_message_of_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/306779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Baghdad_vicar_brings_Norwich_message_of_hope.aspx Thu, 29 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT Canon Andrew White brought messages of love, reconciliation, healing and angels amid the bombs and rockets of Baghdad, to several Norwich churches last weekend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Transformational_journey_begins_for_Martin.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Transformational_journey_begins_for_Martin.aspx Wed, 28 Mar 2012 02:00:00 GMT A transformational journey began for Norwich entrepreneur Martin Kentish with a simple e-mail from Network Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305939/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Guide_to_440_open_Norfolk_churches_launched.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305939/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Guide_to_440_open_Norfolk_churches_launched.aspx Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:00:00 GMT The Diocese of Norwich’s Open Churches 2012 guidebook, the free A-Z guide to 440 historic churches across the county, has been launched at Great Yarmouth Minster to mark English Tourism Week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305858/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Julies_beauty_and_belief_mission_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305858/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Julies_beauty_and_belief_mission_in_Norwich.aspx Mon, 26 Mar 2012 23:00:00 GMT Norwich author Julie Prentice tells of her journey of faith and the launch of her Beauty and Belief mission to inspire others to look beyond their limitations to enable them to exceed their expectations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305674/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Agent_Lee_helps_answer_Norwich_Citys_prayers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305674/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Agent_Lee_helps_answer_Norwich_Citys_prayers.aspx Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT The football agent who answered Norwich City’s prayers by helping to bring star player and captain Grant Holt to the club, believes that faith and football is a winning combination. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Record_numbers_read_Norfolks_Easter_12_Good.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Record_numbers_read_Norfolks_Easter_12_Good.aspx Sun, 25 Mar 2012 23:00:00 GMT A record number of people will be reading the Easter edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk which has just released its latest e-edition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305359/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Newfrontiers_changes_reflected_across_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305359/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Newfrontiers_changes_reflected_across_Norfolk.aspx Sun, 25 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Recent changes in the worldwide family of churches known as Newfrontiers are reflected with the congregations in Norfolk, http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305232/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_hedges_bets_on_Archbishop_role.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305232/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_hedges_bets_on_Archbishop_role.aspx Thu, 22 Mar 2012 03:00:00 GMT The Archbishop of Canterbury role is an almost impossible one believes the Bishop of Norwich, but he has not completely ruled himself out from it, if approached. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305227/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/John_sees_breakthrough_at_Bethlehem_conference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305227/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/John_sees_breakthrough_at_Bethlehem_conference.aspx Thu, 22 Mar 2012 02:00:00 GMT Former YMCA Norfolk chief executive and ex-Sheriff of Norwich, John Drake, and his wife Barbara, witnessed first-hand a major breakthrough in the evangelical world in Bethlehem at a gathering of over 600 high profile international and local Christians. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_churches_asked_to_invest_in_homeless.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_churches_asked_to_invest_in_homeless.aspx Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT A Christian charity is appealing for churches in Norwich to partner with them to give homeless people a new start by buying them a home. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305190/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_there_almost_certainly_is_a_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/305190/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_there_almost_certainly_is_a_God.aspx Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight shares some 'back of the envelope’ style jottings on why he thinks there almost certainly is a God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304854/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_Christian_duo_given_Olympic_honour.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304854/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_Christian_duo_given_Olympic_honour.aspx Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Two members of the Norwich Christian community, both connected to YMCA Norfolk, have been named as Olympic Torchbearers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304648/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Inspirational_Eddie_to_carry_Olympic_Torch.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304648/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Inspirational_Eddie_to_carry_Olympic_Torch.aspx Sun, 18 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT An inspirational Norwich man, who was given only 48 hours to live by doctors after suffering a stroke during a flight from Australia, is set to carry the Olympic Torch through the Royal Sandringham Estate. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304468/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Archbishop_to_quit_post_for_Cambridge_role.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304468/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Archbishop_to_quit_post_for_Cambridge_role.aspx Fri, 16 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT The Archbishop of Canterbury has announced he is to step down from his post at the end of the year to become Master of Magdalene College, Cambridge. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304429/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Christian_barrister_challenges_Norwich_Church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304429/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Christian_barrister_challenges_Norwich_Church.aspx Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:00:00 GMT Speaking in Norwich on the eve of the launch of the Government’s consultation into gay marriage, Andrea Minichiello Williams challenged the Church in Norwich to work together, stand in the public space and claim it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Delia_defends_Christians_in_Lent_appeal_plea.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Delia_defends_Christians_in_Lent_appeal_plea.aspx Thu, 15 Mar 2012 10:00:00 GMT Delia Smith has leapt to the defence of Christian belief while launching an appeal to raise cash for development charity CAFOD and offering a chance to spend a VIP day with her at Norwich City. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304150/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Mothers_Day_can_be_a_very_difficult.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304150/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Mothers_Day_can_be_a_very_difficult.aspx Wed, 14 Mar 2012 12:00:00 GMT As Mother’s Day approaches, a Norwich Christian charity is working to help a group of women who find it a very difficult time, as Jo Sale describes. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304123/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Couples_offered_prayers_at_Norfolk_wedding_show.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304123/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Couples_offered_prayers_at_Norfolk_wedding_show.aspx Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT There were wedding bells and prayers when the Mothers’ Union and Norwich Diocesan clergy teamed up at the Eastern Daily Press county wedding show at the Norfolk Showground at the end of February. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304062/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_church_leader.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/304062/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_church_leader.aspx Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Former national church leader, the Rev Donald Hilton, has died peacefully aged 80 in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/303445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Putting_creation_myths_up_against_real_science.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/303445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Putting_creation_myths_up_against_real_science.aspx Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Those who wish to put creation myths up against real science are making a mistake, argues James Knight, in his latest Network Norfolk column. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/298615/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Twelfth_Norfolk_prayer_for_revival_meeting.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/298615/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Twelfth_Norfolk_prayer_for_revival_meeting.aspx Wed, 07 Mar 2012 10:00:00 GMT Prayer for Revival continues to gather momentum with its twelfth event on Monday March 12, bringing Christians and Church leaders together from across Norfolk to pray for the extension of God’s Kingdom in our churches and communities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/303189/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_with_a_heart_for_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/303189/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_with_a_heart_for_the.aspx Tue, 06 Mar 2012 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Family Life Church, is one of the most missions-minded churches in Norfolk, as demonstrated by its recent Missions Weekend, pastor Trevor Pimlott’s trip to the Philippines and a forthcoming visit by the Vicar of Baghdad. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/302363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Ex_Norwich_MP_Clarke_defends_role_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/302363/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Ex_Norwich_MP_Clarke_defends_role_of.aspx Thu, 01 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT With the place of faith in society under ever-increasing attack from secularists and atheists, the agnostic former Home Secretary and Norwich South MP Rt Hon Charles Clarke, has sprung to its defence. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/302377/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norwich_international_student_outreach_handover.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/302377/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norwich_international_student_outreach_handover.aspx Thu, 01 Mar 2012 01:00:00 GMT Almost 13 years ago, Angela Leeding moved to Norwich to begin a Friends International Christian outreach work with international students, and today, she is handing over to the reins to Dr Joel and Rebekah Callow. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/302106/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_receive_2_1m_for_vital.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/302106/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_receive_2_1m_for_vital.aspx Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Heritage Lottery Fund has announced funding of more than 2.1million to support urgent repairs to 21 of Norfolk’s Grade I and II listed churches and chapels. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/301368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Growing_South_Norfolk_church_is_on_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/301368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Growing_South_Norfolk_church_is_on_the.aspx Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:00:00 GMT 2012: A growing South Norfolk church is having a special service to celebrate its recent move to larger premises at Wymondham Central Hall, on Sunday February 26. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/301101/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/What_the_pollsters_forgot_to_tell_you.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/301101/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/What_the_pollsters_forgot_to_tell_you.aspx Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight looks beyond the headlines created by a recent poll on Christianity in the UK to highlight what happens when statistics are taken at face value. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/299993/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_kingdom_growth_seminar_review.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/299993/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_kingdom_growth_seminar_review.aspx Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Lecturer Nigel Sykes recently spoke in Norwich on the topic of 'restoration' and how church growth comes through re-embracing our Hebrew roots. Tania Barnett reviews the event. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/299389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_science_delusion_has_made_God_redundant.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/299389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_science_delusion_has_made_God_redundant.aspx Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight continues his series on the myth of secular progression with a look at the idea that the more we know scientifically, the less we need to know God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/298648/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Turin_Shroud_exhibition_set_for_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/298648/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Turin_Shroud_exhibition_set_for_Norwich_Cathedral.aspx Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT A full-size copy of the world-famous Shroud of Turin, believed to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ, is coming to St John the Baptist Cathedral, Norwich later this month. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/298389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Bishop_names_new_Archdeacon_of_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/298389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Bishop_names_new_Archdeacon_of_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Revd Canon Steven Betts (47) has been appointed to be the next Archdeacon of Norfolk. By the Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Revd Graham James. He will succeed the Venerable David Hayden who retires at the end of February. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/298390/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/East_Norfolk_churches_mourn_death_of_rector.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/298390/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/East_Norfolk_churches_mourn_death_of_rector.aspx Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The churches of the Flegg Group of Parishes are in mourning following the death of their Rector, the Revd Neil Spencer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/298154/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_Sleep_Easy_highlights_homelessness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/298154/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_Sleep_Easy_highlights_homelessness.aspx Sun, 29 Jan 2012 12:00:00 GMT Around 50 YMCA Norfolk staff, supporters and clients slept under the stars in freezing temperatures in a Norwich graveyard last night to raise awareness of the issue of homelessness in the city and county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/297956/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_shoebox_appeal_seeks_place_to_pack.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/297956/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_shoebox_appeal_seeks_place_to_pack.aspx Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Norfolk branch of Operation Christmas Child is seeking new premises for its team of volunteers to collate and sort the thousands of shoeboxes that the county’s churches, schools and voluntary groups donate each year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/297786/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_couple_aim_to_climb_50_peaks.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/297786/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_couple_aim_to_climb_50_peaks.aspx Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Network Norfolk publisher Keith Morris and wife Nicky have set themselves a challenge to climb 50 peaks in 50 weeks, to raise enough money to help a Norfolk-based Christian charity carry out 50 life-changing operations for people in rural Zambia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/297756/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/New_president_for_FGB_Fellowship_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/297756/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/New_president_for_FGB_Fellowship_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT 2012: Dr Barrie Lawrence has been elected the new president of Norwich chapter of the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/297626/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_Gods_of_the_fame_culture.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/297626/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_Gods_of_the_fame_culture.aspx Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight continues his series on the myth of secularism with a look at the insecurities and loneliness that come with fame. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/297616/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Norfolk_church_celebrates_200th_anniversary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/297616/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Norfolk_church_celebrates_200th_anniversary.aspx Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT 2012: Carleton Rode Baptist Church in South Norfolk has embarked on a year of celebrations to mark its 200th anniversary. By Keith Morris http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/297524/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_city_walls_prayer_walking_initiative.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/297524/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_city_walls_prayer_walking_initiative.aspx Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT 2012: Call to Prayer has a heart to establish prayer walking over the whole of Norfolk and it has begun by concentrating on central Norwich, within the old city walls. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/296803/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Christian_website_appoints_new_regional_editors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/296803/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Christian_website_appoints_new_regional_editors.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 11:30:00 GMT The popular Network Norwich and Norfolk Christian community website has received a major boost with the appointment of two new Regional Editors to provide a dedicated service in several different parts of the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/296798/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bear_Grylls_to_champion_Norfolk_charity_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/296798/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bear_Grylls_to_champion_Norfolk_charity_at.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 11:00:00 GMT Norfolk-based charity Care for Children is teaming up with TV adventurer Bear Grylls and Norwich City FC to promote its vital work with orphans in Asia, during Saturday’s Premier League match with Chelsea. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/296388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Where_is_the_one_who_is_wise.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/296388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Where_is_the_one_who_is_wise.aspx Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:00:00 GMT Norwich vicar Rev Philip Young looks at 1 Corinthians 1 v 20 and the consequences of making wise choices. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/296065/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/New_Director_for_Norwich_Christian_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/296065/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/New_Director_for_Norwich_Christian_charity.aspx Thu, 12 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT Mark Clamp has been appointed Director of the Norwich branch of 4Cs, a Christian counselling service, following the departure of Steve Seedall at the end of last year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/295973/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/RC_Bishop_to_be_buried_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/295973/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/RC_Bishop_to_be_buried_in_Norwich.aspx Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The ashes of East Anglia’s Roman Catholic Bishop, who lost his six-year battle against prostate cancer last year, will be buried this month at a ceremony in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/295923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/New_year_faith_declarations_at_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/295923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/New_year_faith_declarations_at_Norwich_church.aspx Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Witard Road Baptist Church got the New Year off to a good start with the baptism of three young men on Sunday 1 January 2012. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/295601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Director_Mark_resigns_from_Norwich_YFC.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/295601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Director_Mark_resigns_from_Norwich_YFC.aspx Tue, 10 Jan 2012 12:00:00 GMT Norwich Youth for Christ director, Mark Tuma has announced his resignation after 13 years with the city-based Christian youth charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/295540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_urges_Norfolk_churches_to_celebrate_jubilee.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/295540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Bishop_urges_Norfolk_churches_to_celebrate_jubilee.aspx Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has urged churches across Norfolk to get behind celebrations to mark the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee during 2012. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/295413/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolks_Rev_Pat_is_mother_to_untouchables.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/295413/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolks_Rev_Pat_is_mother_to_untouchables.aspx Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:20:00 GMT Rev Canon Pat Atkinson MBE is a highly respected Anglican minister in the Diocese of Norwich. But to hundreds of street children in India she is simple Pat Mother. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/294903/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_metal_thefts_reach_record_levels.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/294903/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_metal_thefts_reach_record_levels.aspx Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Members of Norfolk’s church community have spoken out about the problems of metal thefts from the county’s religious buildings as 2011 is named the worst year on record for crimes of this kind nationwide. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/294343/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_year_in_the_life_of_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/294343/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_year_in_the_life_of_the.aspx Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT Norwich Quaker and magistrate, John Myhill, completes his year of visits to churches and faith services across Norfolk to experience the diversity of worship and spiritual gifts. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/294338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Open_Christmas_Cathedral_boost_radio_warning.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/294338/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Open_Christmas_Cathedral_boost_radio_warning.aspx Thu, 29 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Latest news of interest to the Norfolk Christian community include Open Christmas events, a boost for Norwich Cathedral and support for local radio from the Bishop of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/294066/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_forms_learning_links_for_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/294066/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_forms_learning_links_for_mission.aspx Tue, 27 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has formed links with a learning community in Sheffield to help develop their future plans for mission an growth. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/294231/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Dannatt_is_new_Norfolk_Churches_Trust_chief.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/294231/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Dannatt_is_new_Norfolk_Churches_Trust_chief.aspx Mon, 26 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The former head of the British Army, General Lord Richard Dannatt, has been made president of the Norfolk Churches Trust. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/293411/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Norwich_vicar_says_we_need_good_news.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/293411/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Norwich_vicar_says_we_need_good_news.aspx Sun, 25 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Norwich vicar Revd Philip Young's message for the new year is a call to action for leaders to start helping the poor and vulnerable rather than protecting the rich and powerful. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/294009/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_council_loan_boosts_YMCA_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/294009/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_council_loan_boosts_YMCA_project.aspx Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:00:00 GMT A 400,000 loan from Norwich City Council to YMCA Norfolk will part fund the build of move-on accommodation for a number of homeless and vulnerable young people in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/293913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Re_opening_of_Magdalene_drop_in_celebrated.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/293913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Re_opening_of_Magdalene_drop_in_celebrated.aspx Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Staff, volunteers, trustees and supporters of the Magdalene Group gathered today to celebrate the re-opening of the charity’s drop-in centre in Norwich open to people in the city working in prostitution. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/293661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christmas_angels_provide_for_Norfolk_children.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/293661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christmas_angels_provide_for_Norfolk_children.aspx Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Diocesan House was knee-deep in Christmas wrapping paper in early December as a team of Mothers’ Union volunteers feverishly parcelled up Angel Tree gifts destined to children in the UK whose parent is in prison. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/293652/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Christmas_a_grand_story_to_which_we.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/293652/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Christmas_a_grand_story_to_which_we.aspx Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT In his Christmas message, regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight shows how elements of the Christmas story feature in many areas of life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/293547/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Unique_Norfolk_nativity_set_to_take_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/293547/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Unique_Norfolk_nativity_set_to_take_to.aspx Mon, 19 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT A Bishop, three MPs, a Norwich City football legend and a council leader will all be part of a unique new nativity play on BBC Radio Norfolk this Christmas Day. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/291841/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_help_smash_world_carols_record.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/291841/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_help_smash_world_carols_record.aspx Mon, 19 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT Churches across Norfolk have helped set a new world record for carol singing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/293194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_joins_pub_for_carol_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/293194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_joins_pub_for_carol_service.aspx Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT St Andrew’s Church Eaton Norwich teamed up with the local Eagle pub to put on an evening of carols and mulled wine on December 11. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/293190/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Closeness_to_God_helps_us_live_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/293190/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Closeness_to_God_helps_us_live_life.aspx Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight continues the theme of 'the myth of secular progression' by explaining why ultimately the superficial things never fail to disappoint. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/291968/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Heartache_of_Lowestoft_mum_s_double_loss.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/291968/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Heartache_of_Lowestoft_mum_s_double_loss.aspx Mon, 12 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT There will be two empty places around the dining table as the Stoddart family gather for Christmas in Lowestoft this year. There will also be two empty places in their hearts. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/292013/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_11.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/292013/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_11.aspx Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The well-established Good News for Norwich and Norfolk Christian tabloid newspaper has taken an innovative step forward today with the Christmas edition included in tonight’s Norwich Evening News. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/291728/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_choices_charity_funding_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/291728/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_choices_charity_funding_award.aspx Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The future of Norfolk Christian charity Pregnancy Choices has been secured for the next three years thanks to a grant which will enable the charity’s vital caring and counselling work to continue. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/291582/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_churches_and_charities_in_the_news.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/291582/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_churches_and_charities_in_the_news.aspx Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Latest news in brief includes over 100 children in festive spirit at a Norwich church, an invitation to a black-tie charity ball in Norwich and the launch of a winter campaign in a city church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/291371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Carols_mark_start_of_Christmas_at_YMCA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/291371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Carols_mark_start_of_Christmas_at_YMCA.aspx Wed, 07 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMT Residents, staff and supporters of YMCA Norfolk celebrated the real meaning of Christmas at a joyful carol service held at St Peter Mancroft Church in Norwich last night (December 6). http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/215675/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Dreams_and_Visions/Join_the_team_at_Dreams_and_Visions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/215675/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Dreams_and_Visions/Join_the_team_at_Dreams_and_Visions.aspx Tue, 06 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT Dreams and Visions is a small Norfolk-based Christian community entrusted with money and resources, to help believers make their dreams and visions for social action or mission become a reality. There is an open invitation to join their meetings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/290415/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Power_is_a_dirty_word.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/290415/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Power_is_a_dirty_word.aspx Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Adrian Bell, minister of Fakenham Parish Church explains why he hates the word 'power' and the dangers it can bring. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/289989/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_church_bells_break_silence_on_abuse.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/289989/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_church_bells_break_silence_on_abuse.aspx Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Churches across Norfolk will be ringing bells in support of the White Ribbon Campaign to counter domestic abuse in all its forms from today for the next two weeks. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/289485/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_family_baptism_celebrates_changed_lives.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/289485/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_family_baptism_celebrates_changed_lives.aspx Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Three people from the same family were baptised at a Norwich church last month and gave a moving testimony of how Jesus has turned their lives around. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/289788/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_calls_for_welfare_reform_re.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/289788/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_calls_for_welfare_reform_re.aspx Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich has called on the government to re-think planned welfare reforms which he warned could leave families homeless by forcing them to choose between rent or food. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/289111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_opportunities_and_threats_of_a_virtual.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/289111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_opportunities_and_threats_of_a_virtual.aspx Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight continues the theme 'the myth of secular progression' with a look at the impact of the media on our society. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/289103/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Christian_author_writes_murder_mystery.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/289103/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Christian_author_writes_murder_mystery.aspx Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT A Norfolk Christian author has recently published her latest novel, a murder mystery set in rural Norfolk centring on a rector who has taken over some country parishes where the people aren’t quite so welcoming as she had hoped. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/288823/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_Biblical_way_to_tackle_worlds_financial.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/288823/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_Biblical_way_to_tackle_worlds_financial.aspx Thu, 17 Nov 2011 02:00:00 GMT International tax justice expert, Richard Murphy, from West Norfolk, suggests an alternative Biblical, way to tackle some of the world’s financial crises. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/288756/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_celebrates_75th_anniversary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/288756/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_celebrates_75th_anniversary.aspx Wed, 16 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT A grand ceremony has been held to mark the 75th anniversary of St Catherine’s Church in Mile Cross, one of the most historic churches in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/288347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_can_voice_climate_concerns.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/288347/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_can_voice_climate_concerns.aspx Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Julian Bryant from Christian Aid in Norwich is urging local Christians to send a postcard or email to the government to honour their commitments in the forthcoming UN climate change talks. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/288328/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Media_more_blessing_than_curse_says_Bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/288328/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Media_more_blessing_than_curse_says_Bishop.aspx Sun, 13 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT The media is more often a blessing than a curse in our society according to the Bishop of Norwich, Rt Rev Graham James, the Church of England’s new lead spokesman on media issues. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/288169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Former_Norfolk_Bishop_and_Chief_Constable_meet.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/288169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Former_Norfolk_Bishop_and_Chief_Constable_meet.aspx Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT A former Norfolk Chief Constable met a former Norfolk Bishop for the first time at a Catholic Police Guild Requiem Mass in London this week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/287196/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Richard_leads_international_fight_for_tax_justice.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/287196/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Richard_leads_international_fight_for_tax_justice.aspx Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Richard Murphy is taking on governments and multi-national corporations around the world from a West Norfolk garden shed in his fight for tax justice, inspired by his Christian faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/286753/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_choir_of_the_year_joint_winners.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/286753/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_choir_of_the_year_joint_winners.aspx Tue, 01 Nov 2011 10:00:00 GMT Viva Voce singers from Norwich and Catton Community Choir shared the prize of Choir of the Year, in the contest run by BBC Radio Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/286614/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/South_Norfolk_church_set_to_rise_from.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/286614/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/South_Norfolk_church_set_to_rise_from.aspx Fri, 28 Oct 2011 23:00:00 GMT 2011: South Norfolk pastor Rev Mark Taylor has spoken of his excitement and vision as an 180,000 project to redevelop Carleton Rode Baptist Church is set to begin two years after part of it was gutted in an arson attack. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/285584/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Secular_Britain_has_lost_the_meaning_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/285584/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Secular_Britain_has_lost_the_meaning_of.aspx Tue, 25 Oct 2011 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight continues his thoughts on the myth of secular progression in Britain. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/285185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_backs_women_bishops_proposal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/285185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Diocese_backs_women_bishops_proposal.aspx Thu, 20 Oct 2011 10:30:00 GMT The Norwich Diocesan Synod has decisively backed proposed legislation which would allow women to become bishops. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/285167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Prof_in_Norwich_to_solve_last_supper.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/285167/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Prof_in_Norwich_to_solve_last_supper.aspx Thu, 20 Oct 2011 10:00:00 GMT Solving the mystery of the last supper of Jesus and his disciples was the subject of Professor Sir Colin Humphreys at a special Science and Faith in Norfolk lecture at Norwich Cathedral on Monday night. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/285144/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prince_of_Wales_backs_Norfolk_church_appeal.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/285144/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Prince_of_Wales_backs_Norfolk_church_appeal.aspx Thu, 20 Oct 2011 07:00:00 GMT Latest Norfolk Christian news includes the Prince of Wales backing a Norfolk church appeal and an unusual flock joining a Norwich Cathedral service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/284980/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_stages_celebration_with_a_difference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/284980/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_stages_celebration_with_a_difference.aspx Wed, 19 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT Opened by a juggler, closed by a would-be rock singer and staged in a nightclub, YMCA Norfolk put on an AGM with a difference in Norwich last night. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/284771/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Diversity_of_worship_in_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/284771/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Diversity_of_worship_in_Norfolk_churches.aspx Mon, 17 Oct 2011 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Quaker and magistrate, John Myhill, continues his visits around Norfolk churches. He is amazed at the diversity of worship and has seen that all the churches are growing, a reason why we need to take Ecumenism even more seriously. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/284626/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_marriage_charity_celebrates_ten_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/284626/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_marriage_charity_celebrates_ten_years.aspx Mon, 17 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT Christian charity Explore Norfolk has been educating young people about relationships and marriage since 2001. A special celebration was held last week to mark the landmark anniversary. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/284247/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_1m_appeal_passes_the_halfway.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/284247/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_1m_appeal_passes_the_halfway.aspx Thu, 13 Oct 2011 09:00:00 GMT A public appeal to raise 1m to complete the funding for a 4.4m development of 40 self-contained flats in Norwich city centre for young homeless people, has passed the halfway mark. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/284190/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pastors_lead_prophetic_act_for_Norfolk_revival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/284190/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pastors_lead_prophetic_act_for_Norfolk_revival.aspx Tue, 11 Oct 2011 23:00:00 GMT More than 30 Norfolk pastors helped lead an unusual and united ‘prophetic act’ to usher in spiritual renewal and revival across the region. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/283737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Eddie_speaks_of_being_given_just_48.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/283737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Eddie_speaks_of_being_given_just_48.aspx Mon, 10 Oct 2011 07:00:00 GMT A Norwich man, who was given only 48 hours to live by doctors after suffering a stroke during a flight back from Australia, has spoken of his experience publicly for the first time, after making a remarkable recovery during an eight-month battle. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/282938/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Director_Julian_says_goodbye_to_Norwich_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/282938/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Director_Julian_says_goodbye_to_Norwich_charity.aspx Thu, 06 Oct 2011 09:00:00 GMT Julian Bryant - Director of the Norfolk and Suffolk drug and alcohol charity The Matthew Project – said farewell to his role at the project at a leaving event attended by over 60 colleagues, friends and family. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/283096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Two_Norfolk_churches_to_become_Minsters.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/283096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Two_Norfolk_churches_to_become_Minsters.aspx Tue, 04 Oct 2011 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Revd Graham James, has announced his intention to designate St Margaret’s King’s Lynn and St Nicholas’, Great Yarmouth as Minster Churches. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/282873/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Outreach_bus_celebration_and_wireless_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/282873/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Outreach_bus_celebration_and_wireless_church.aspx Tue, 04 Oct 2011 23:00:00 GMT Latest Norfolk Christian news includes a new youth outreach bus, 60 years of sermons and approval of an innovative church broadband project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/282872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mission_deacons_wedding_and_crash_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/282872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Mission_deacons_wedding_and_crash_in_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 03 Oct 2011 23:00:00 GMT Latest Norfolk Christian news includes a Brazilian mission, new deacons, an emotional wedding and a cleryman who has died in a car crash. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/282303/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Has_our_country_lost_its_spiritual_heart.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/282303/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Has_our_country_lost_its_spiritual_heart.aspx Tue, 27 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight busts the myth that secularism is helping the UK to progress. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/282006/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_court_conference_and_pastors_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/282006/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Church_court_conference_and_pastors_in_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 27 Sep 2011 10:00:00 GMT Latest Norfolk Christian news includes German pastors touring the county, an Evangelisation conference and an ecclesiastical court hearing about a church broadband scheme. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/281945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norwich_Besom_shares_love_in_the_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/281945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norwich_Besom_shares_love_in_the_community.aspx Mon, 26 Sep 2011 19:00:00 GMT Making a difference with a paintbrush: a Norwich Christian project is offering opportunities to people who can offer their time, money, skills and possessions to people in need across the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/281806/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_centre_caters_for_Christmas.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/281806/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_centre_caters_for_Christmas.aspx Sat, 24 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMT With Christmas fast approaching, a Christian conference centre in Norfolk is taking bookings for meals at special rate for group bookings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/281174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_priest_Janice_is_online_village_shepherd.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/281174/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_priest_Janice_is_online_village_shepherd.aspx Wed, 21 Sep 2011 07:00:00 GMT With a treasure box of ideas and a computer, Norfolk priest, Rev Janice Scott, is working on her latest novel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/280869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_centre_celebrates_40_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/280869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_centre_celebrates_40_years.aspx Sun, 18 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMT Last weekend The Horstead Centre celebrated its 40th anniversary in style with a 12 hour sponsored zipwire challenge and a party with guests including the The Lord Lieutenant of Norfolk and the 'flying' Bishop of Lynn. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/280778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Love_for_Broads_inspires_chaplains_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/280778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Love_for_Broads_inspires_chaplains_mission.aspx Sun, 18 Sep 2011 13:00:00 GMT 2011: The magical waterways of the Norfolk Broads are the parish of chaplain Rev Briant Smith where nature, art and spirituality come together. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/280717/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_enables_trip_of_a_lifetime.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/280717/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_enables_trip_of_a_lifetime.aspx Sat, 17 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich church which has established an orphanage and school in India plans to bring a group of the schoolchildren to the city in February 2012. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/280594/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_finishes_home_transformation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/280594/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_finishes_home_transformation.aspx Fri, 16 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMT A large Norwich church has just reached an important milestone in the transformation of its 'new home' on an industrial estate, just off the Ring Road at Mile Cross Lane. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/280701/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Years_of_service_on_the_Norwich_soup.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/280701/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Years_of_service_on_the_Norwich_soup.aspx Thu, 15 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMT Last week one of the organisers of the Norwich Soup Run retired from his role. Brian Bassingthwaighte organised the service - which serves the homeless of Norwich with food and hot drinks - for many years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/280590/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Financial_angels_come_to_Peters_rescue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/280590/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Financial_angels_come_to_Peters_rescue.aspx Thu, 15 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMT 2011: A Christian business man told a Norwich FGBMFI dinner audience recently about a 'financial miracle' in his life when a complete stranger on the other side of the world felt prompted by God to come to his rescue. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/280185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_11.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/280185/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_11.aspx Thu, 15 Sep 2011 01:00:00 GMT Be among the first to read the Harvest edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk which has just released its latest e-edition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/280118/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_honours_its_outstanding_staff.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/280118/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCA_Norfolk_honours_its_outstanding_staff.aspx Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk staff from across the county have been honoured for outstanding service to the Christian charity in a first-ever awards and celebration event. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/279916/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Distractions_can_divert_us_from_Gods_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/279916/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Distractions_can_divert_us_from_Gods_work.aspx Tue, 13 Sep 2011 15:00:00 GMT We need to overcome our distractions for God to use us effectively, says Revd Matt Stone of Norwich area URC. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/279737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Love_and_leadership_will_solve_our_problems.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/279737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Love_and_leadership_will_solve_our_problems.aspx Sat, 10 Sep 2011 07:00:00 GMT Ten years after the tragedy of 9/11 in New York is perhaps a good time to take a look at the state of the world and to ask what we hope to achieve in the next ten years says Rev Philip Young. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/279572/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_Archdeacon_announces_his_retirement.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/279572/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_Archdeacon_announces_his_retirement.aspx Thu, 08 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMT The Archdeacon of Norfolk, the Venerable David Hayden, has announced that he is to retire at the end of February after 40 years of ordained ministry, most of which has served in his home diocese of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/279357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Christian_dance_project_is_launched_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/279357/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Christian_dance_project_is_launched_in_Norwich.aspx Thu, 08 Sep 2011 01:00:00 GMT A new dance project has been launched by a Norwich church and is offering a taster session and appealing for volunteers to join it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/278875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Annual_appeal_time_for_Norwich_Salvation_Army.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/278875/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Annual_appeal_time_for_Norwich_Salvation_Army.aspx Tue, 06 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMT During the month of September members, friends and volunteers of The Salvation Army in Norwich and the surrounding areas will be out collecting in the community to raise vital funds for the Annual Appeal campaign. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/279368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Knowledge_experience_and_epistemology.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/279368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Knowledge_experience_and_epistemology.aspx Tue, 06 Sep 2011 09:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight looks at the rich and diverse subject of epistemology. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/278500/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Facing_up_to_the_things_which_divide.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/278500/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Facing_up_to_the_things_which_divide.aspx Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT Divisions and disagreements among Christian denominations must be faced up to, believes Norwich Quaker and magistrate John Myhill, who has been continuing his journey around many Norfolk churches. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/278251/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_is_so_full_it_doubles.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/278251/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_is_so_full_it_doubles.aspx Wed, 31 Aug 2011 11:00:00 GMT A Norwich church is so full every Sunday morning that it is set to run two separate services every week from September 4. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/278182/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Final_chance_to_nominate_Olympic_torch_bearers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/278182/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Final_chance_to_nominate_Olympic_torch_bearers.aspx Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT Time is running out to nominate inspirational people across Norfolk to be one of 8,000 Olympic Torch bearers next spring in the run up to the London Olympics. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/277869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Surrey_Chapel_visionary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/277869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Surrey_Chapel_visionary.aspx Wed, 24 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to Gordon Cooper, war veteran and member of Surrey Chapel, Norwich whose legacy to the church included the children's holiday club and seniors' group. Gordon died on August 8 aged 87. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/277096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Rev_Janice_is_prolific_online_shepherd.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/277096/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Rev_Janice_is_prolific_online_shepherd.aspx Sun, 21 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT With a treasure box of ideas and a computer, Norfolk priest, Rev Janice Scott, is working on her latest novel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/276658/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Broken_Britain_in_need_of_a_saviour.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/276658/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Broken_Britain_in_need_of_a_saviour.aspx Tue, 16 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight says the recent riots in London were not unexpected in a society where Christian virtues are diminishing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/276403/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Funding_boost_for_Norwich_charitys_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/276403/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Funding_boost_for_Norwich_charitys_mission.aspx Tue, 16 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian charity STEP, has received a major funding boost from the Church Urban Fund to help in its mission to create a safe environment for vulnerable women and to help rebuild broken lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/276134/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Julies_Norfolk_bike_pilgrimage_to_buy_Bibles.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/276134/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Julies_Norfolk_bike_pilgrimage_to_buy_Bibles.aspx Sun, 14 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT Keen female motorcyclist, Julie Bright from Norwich, aims to complete an eight-hour 120-mile pilgrimage of 14 Norfolk and Suffolk churches on her motorbike on Saturday (August 20) to raise cash to buy Bibles for bikers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/275199/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Young_people_put_faith_into_action_across.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/275199/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Young_people_put_faith_into_action_across.aspx Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT Over 6,500 young people joined together to meet with God at the annual Newday event at the Norfolk Showground. Aaron Curran, from City Church Norwich, reports on his week at Newday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/274404/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_club_gets_kids_chatting_about_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/274404/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_club_gets_kids_chatting_about_God.aspx Wed, 03 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT Scores of children were queuing up outside the door of St Andrew’s Church to get into a holiday club run by the Eaton parish in Norwich last week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/274237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Thousands_encounter_God_at_Newday_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/274237/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Thousands_encounter_God_at_Newday_in_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 03 Aug 2011 22:00:00 GMT This week 6,700 mostly young people have descended on the Royal Norfolk Showground to encounter God at the Newday festival. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/274249/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Two_Norfolk_clergymen_led_lives_of_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/274249/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Two_Norfolk_clergymen_led_lives_of_service.aspx Wed, 03 Aug 2011 21:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to two clergymen with Norfolk links who have died after distinguished lives of mission and service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/274107/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Hundreds_of_Norfolk_churches_throw_open_doors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/274107/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Hundreds_of_Norfolk_churches_throw_open_doors.aspx Tue, 02 Aug 2011 23:05:00 GMT More than 300 historic churches across Norfolk will be throwing open their doors and running a packed programme of special events and activities during Norfolk Open Churches Week 2011, from Saturday August 6 to Sunday August 13. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/273858/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Baptists_make_a_splash_for_African_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/273858/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Baptists_make_a_splash_for_African_project.aspx Sun, 31 Jul 2011 23:00:00 GMT A team from Norwich Central Baptist Church led the way last weekend in a fundraising paddle for Burkina Faso, in West Africa. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/272539/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Our_giving_ensures_church_survives_and_thrives.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/272539/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Our_giving_ensures_church_survives_and_thrives.aspx Sun, 31 Jul 2011 23:00:00 GMT The church is the bearer of good news and as long as we remain faithful in bringing it to the world we will survive and thrive says Revd Philip Young. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/273540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/6000_head_for_Christian_festival_near_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/273540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/6000_head_for_Christian_festival_near_Norwich.aspx Fri, 29 Jul 2011 09:30:00 GMT More than 6000 young Christians will be heading for the Newday event at the Royal Norfolk Showground over the next few days. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/273545/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Justice_minister_praises_Norfolk_Christian_Forum.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/273545/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Justice_minister_praises_Norfolk_Christian_Forum.aspx Thu, 28 Jul 2011 23:00:00 GMT Minister of Justice, Lord McNally has praised the enormously important role of the Norfolk Ecumenical Criminal Justice Forum in a speech to the group in Norwich earlier this week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/273543/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_power_of_faith_in_restorative_justice.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/273543/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_power_of_faith_in_restorative_justice.aspx Thu, 28 Jul 2011 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Quaker and magistrate, John Myhill, responds to a speech by Minister of Justice, Lord McNally, given to the Norfolk Ecumenical Criminal Justice Forum. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/273450/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Thousands_of_youngsters_put_faith_into_action.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/273450/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Thousands_of_youngsters_put_faith_into_action.aspx Wed, 27 Jul 2011 23:00:00 GMT Thousands of young Christians will be part of making the Big Society a concrete reality by putting their faith into action in local communities across Norfolk next week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/273169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_duo_plan_charity_ball_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/273169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_duo_plan_charity_ball_in.aspx Wed, 27 Jul 2011 01:00:00 GMT Two women from a Norwich church are organising a charity ball to raise 10,000 for a Christian charity founded in Norfolk which supports street children in one of the world’s most violent cities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/273282/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Has_humanity_progressed_over_the_centuries.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/273282/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Has_humanity_progressed_over_the_centuries.aspx Tue, 26 Jul 2011 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight continues his series on the history of humanity and questions whether the world is getting better. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/272977/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/Testingresults.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/272977/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norfolk_Christian_Football_League/Testingresults.aspx Mon, 25 Jul 2011 23:00:00 GMT By Helen Baldry http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/271863/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/2_000_at_cathedral_pay_respects_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/271863/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/2_000_at_cathedral_pay_respects_to.aspx Wed, 20 Jul 2011 20:10:00 GMT Around 2.000 people attended a funeral service in Norwich today (July 20) to mark the life of the Roman Catholic Bishop of East Anglia, Bishop Michael Evans. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/271551/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_reopens_pathway_for_50_000.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/271551/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_reopens_pathway_for_50_000.aspx Wed, 20 Jul 2011 11:00:00 GMT A pathway which takes no fewer than 50,000 people through a Norwich churchyard every week has been reopened with a ceremony and procession. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/271365/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Christian_charity_celebrates_seven_years_of_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/271365/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Christian_charity_celebrates_seven_years_of_hope.aspx Tue, 19 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT A Norwich-based Christian charity, which offers hope and care to women in a Peruvian prison, is celebrating its seventh anniversary with news that it can now provide a sanctuary for the women when they are released. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/271348/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/To_fully_live_you_have_to_be.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/271348/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/To_fully_live_you_have_to_be.aspx Mon, 18 Jul 2011 23:00:00 GMT To fully live you have to be prepared to die, argues Norwich vicar and author Rev Nicholas Vesey. Death is an integral part of life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/270627/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_pastor_tackles_taboo_subject_of_porn.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/270627/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_pastor_tackles_taboo_subject_of_porn.aspx Sun, 17 Jul 2011 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has tackled the taboo subject of pornography head-on in recent sessions for both men and women. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/270415/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_vicar_warns_church_could_face_extinction.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/270415/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_vicar_warns_church_could_face_extinction.aspx Wed, 13 Jul 2011 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich vicar has issued a wake-up call to the Church of England at its General Synod about its possible virtual extinction in 20 years time due to aging congregations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/270371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_vicar_launches_book_of_enlightenment.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/270371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_vicar_launches_book_of_enlightenment.aspx Wed, 13 Jul 2011 23:00:00 GMT Norwich vicar Nicholas Vesey has spoken of his new biographical book Developing Consciousness - about his own road to enlightenment – at a launch event in the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/270368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Nostalgia_is_not_what_is_used_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/270368/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Nostalgia_is_not_what_is_used_to.aspx Wed, 13 Jul 2011 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight takes a look at how we may judge the past versus the present in the human condition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/270011/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Stay_safe_is_Town_Pastors_message_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/270011/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Stay_safe_is_Town_Pastors_message_at.aspx Tue, 12 Jul 2011 23:00:00 GMT For the first time, Town Pastors will be present at the Latitude Festival in Suffolk from 14 - 17 July, offering support, care and refreshments to festival-goers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/270189/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Bishop_Michael_of_East.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/270189/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Bishop_Michael_of_East.aspx Tue, 12 Jul 2011 16:00:00 GMT Fr Mark Hackeson, the Bishop’s Private Secretary, writes a personal tribute to the Rt Rev Michael Evans, the third Bishop of East Anglia, who died yesterday, aged 59. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/270084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Bishop_of_East_Anglia_dies_after_cancer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/270084/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Bishop_of_East_Anglia_dies_after_cancer.aspx Mon, 11 Jul 2011 23:00:00 GMT The Right Reverend Michael Evans, the Catholic Bishop of East Anglia, died last night at the Norwich and Norfolk Hospital at the age of 59 after a six-year battle with prostate cancer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/269202/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_charity_wins_Norfolk_show_trophy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/269202/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Christian_charity_wins_Norfolk_show_trophy.aspx Wed, 06 Jul 2011 20:00:00 GMT This year's Royal Norfolk Show exhibition winners proved that it's fun to play at the YMCA. Their interactive and welcoming stand demonstrated that the Christian organisation is so much more than a song. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/269268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Every_Sunday_in_a_different_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/269268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Every_Sunday_in_a_different_Norfolk_church.aspx Tue, 05 Jul 2011 13:00:00 GMT Norwich Quaker and magistrate, John Myhill, continues his experiment as a nomadic Christian and has visited numerous Norfolk churches over the past three months. On his travels he has learnt to expect the unexpected! http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/268011/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_urged_to_vote_for_local.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/268011/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_urged_to_vote_for_local.aspx Sun, 03 Jul 2011 20:00:00 GMT Do you know of a person, church or Christian project who inspires you? Why not nominate them in the 2011 Inspire Awards to acknowledge their efforts and to reward them with a prize. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/267567/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_other_side_of_the_homosexuality_debate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/267567/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_other_side_of_the_homosexuality_debate.aspx Tue, 28 Jun 2011 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight concludes his message on the topic of homosexuality by considering sin, grace and love. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/266544/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Christian_author_launches_first_book.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/266544/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Christian_author_launches_first_book.aspx Tue, 21 Jun 2011 23:00:00 GMT A Norfolk Christian author is launching her book Interlopers With Lipstick this month, which comprises articles, memoirs and poems on faith and the hostility faced by women in the priesthood. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/266371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norfolk_sees_life_changing_decisions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/266371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norfolk_sees_life_changing_decisions.aspx Tue, 21 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT 2011: As well as putting the local Christian community in the public spotlight, the Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk event also saw some life-changing decisions being made. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/266137/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Appeal_to_help_bring_Peoples_Bible_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/266137/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Appeal_to_help_bring_Peoples_Bible_to.aspx Sat, 18 Jun 2011 23:00:00 GMT An urgent appeal has been issued to find volunteers to help bring the People’s Bible to Norfolk and enable local people to make their mark in the historic edition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/265884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pampering_Norfolk_outreach_seeks_to_expand.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/265884/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Pampering_Norfolk_outreach_seeks_to_expand.aspx Fri, 17 Jun 2011 23:00:00 GMT A band of Norfolk women who offer pampering sessions to the elderly are calling for more volunteers. The scheme featured on Christian broadcasting channel, Revelation TV, on June 15 after it was publicised on this website. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/265741/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Eddie_reaches_turning_point_in_plane_stroke.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/265741/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Eddie_reaches_turning_point_in_plane_stroke.aspx Wed, 15 Jun 2011 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk housing manager, Eddie Pleban, who suffered a stroke while on a flight back from Australia is making a remarkable recovery back home in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/265209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Jolly_brings_joy_to_Norfolk_via_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/265209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Jolly_brings_joy_to_Norfolk_via_Christian.aspx Wed, 15 Jun 2011 14:00:00 GMT The Friendship Society Circus is a new community initiative in Norfolk to share God's love with thousands of people. The ministry is headed up by Jamie Jolly who tells the amazing story of how the group became established. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/265609/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/A_debate_on_homosexuality_and_leadership.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/265609/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/A_debate_on_homosexuality_and_leadership.aspx Tue, 14 Jun 2011 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight explores the controversial issue of homosexuality and the church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/264960/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Christian_Celebrate_event_impacts_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/264960/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Christian_Celebrate_event_impacts_Norfolk.aspx Sun, 12 Jun 2011 23:00:00 GMT 2011: Thousands of people witnessed the sights and sounds of Christians celebrating the many different local expressions of church life last weekend centred on the Forum and Millennium Plain in Norwich. INCLUDES PICTURE GALLERY. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/264917/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norwich_and_Norfolk_2011_video.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/264917/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norwich_and_Norfolk_2011_video.aspx Sat, 11 Jun 2011 23:00:00 GMT 2011: Watch a short video of the Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk Christian festival held in and around the Forum in Norwich during June 2011. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/264732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_to_ordain_15_into_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/264732/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_to_ordain_15_into_church.aspx Fri, 10 Jun 2011 23:00:00 GMT A former solicitor, a teacher, a youth worker, a Canaries fan and an avid reader of crime novels are amongst those to be ordained by the Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Revd Graham James, at Norwich Cathedral on Saturday July 2. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/263796/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_interaction_between_science_and_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/263796/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_interaction_between_science_and_faith.aspx Mon, 06 Jun 2011 11:00:00 GMT Pastor Tom Chapman joins the debate on creation and evolution and offers a simple model of how science and faith interact and relate. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/263739/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/New_Norfolk_bishop_is_ordained_by_Archbishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/263739/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/New_Norfolk_bishop_is_ordained_by_Archbishop.aspx Fri, 03 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT Bishop-Designate of Lynn, Jonathan Meyrick, was today ordained as bishop and consecrated by the Archbishop of Canterbury at Westminster Abbey, supported by crowds of people from the Diocese of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/262576/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_similarities_of_creationists_and_atheists.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/262576/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_similarities_of_creationists_and_atheists.aspx Wed, 01 Jun 2011 17:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight continues his theme of psychological patterns and sees the similarities in the thinking of new-wave atheists and creationists. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/262386/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Recognising_the_power_of_Godliness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/262386/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Recognising_the_power_of_Godliness.aspx Tue, 24 May 2011 23:00:00 GMT Norwich street chaplain Carrie Sant considers what happens when we choose to live as if what God says in His word is true. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/261387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Philip_Yancey_shares_his_secrets_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/261387/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Philip_Yancey_shares_his_secrets_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 18 May 2011 23:00:00 GMT Top-selling author Philip Yancey, described as the most inspirational Christian writer of our day, told a packed audience in Norwich last night of his own struggles with doubt in his search for the God of love. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/261179/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Christian_community_café_to_open_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/261179/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Christian_community_café_to_open_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 18 May 2011 07:00:00 GMT The Salvation Army is to start a community café in Thorpe St Andrew in Norwich as a place for local residents to link up and enjoy refreshments. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/260693/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Going_for_gold_with_Norfolk_Christian_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/260693/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Going_for_gold_with_Norfolk_Christian_charity.aspx Tue, 17 May 2011 08:00:00 GMT It's a team effort for seven Norfolk Christians who will be taking part in a triathlon in order to raise money for Norwich Youth for Christ. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/261023/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/New_Norwich_church_passionate_about_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/261023/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/New_Norwich_church_passionate_about_mission.aspx Sun, 15 May 2011 23:00:00 GMT A new multi-cultural church has opened its doors in Norwich, offering vibrant praise and worship drawing from both western and African influences. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/260535/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_belief_that_the_Bible_is_self.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/260535/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_belief_that_the_Bible_is_self.aspx Tue, 10 May 2011 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight continues his series on psychological patterns and belief. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/259510/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Love_triumphs_over_hate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/259510/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Love_triumphs_over_hate.aspx Sun, 08 May 2011 23:00:00 GMT Philip Young, Vicar of St Thomas' in Norwich encourages us to celebrate Easter every day and to be in touch with resurrection love. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/259343/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_vicar_is_named_as_new_flying.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/259343/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_vicar_is_named_as_new_flying.aspx Thu, 05 May 2011 08:00:00 GMT Downing Street has today announced that a Norfolk vicar is set to become a “flying bishop” – the next Bishop of Richborough. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/258947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_thoughts_as_King_James_Bible_turns.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/258947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_thoughts_as_King_James_Bible_turns.aspx Mon, 02 May 2011 23:00:00 GMT The King James Version of the Bible officially turns 400 years old this week, after months of celebrations across the world. Here are the thoughts of community leaders and academics from across Norfolk on “the book that changed the world”. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/258722/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Broadband_to_make_Norfolk_churches_rural_hubs.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/258722/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Broadband_to_make_Norfolk_churches_rural_hubs.aspx Sat, 30 Apr 2011 11:00:00 GMT Churches across Norfolk are set to reinforce their position as community hubs with an innovative move to turn their towers into wireless transmitters in the quest to give rural communities access to high-speed broadband. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/258012/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_walk_to_show_their_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/258012/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christians_walk_to_show_their_faith.aspx Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Hundreds of Christians across Norfolk have been taking to the streets and country lanes in traditional Good Friday walks of faith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/258499/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Derren_Brown_miracles_and_psychology_of_belief.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/258499/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Derren_Brown_miracles_and_psychology_of_belief.aspx Wed, 27 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight gives his take on the recent Channel 4 Derren Brown programme Miracles for Sale and the psychology of belief. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/258142/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Legacy_brings_comfort_to_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/258142/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Legacy_brings_comfort_to_Norwich_church.aspx Mon, 25 Apr 2011 21:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has had a 40k makeover thanks to the generosity of former dedicated parishioner Eileen Back who left a large legacy to Christ Church Eaton in her will. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/257961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_that_puts_its_faith_into.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/257961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_that_puts_its_faith_into.aspx Sun, 24 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT Although it is a relatively small church, the Christian Fellowship Norwich is making a significant impact among the 14,000 residents of Lakenham, Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/257960/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Doctor_in_Norwich_tells_of_life_after.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/257960/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Doctor_in_Norwich_tells_of_life_after.aspx Sat, 23 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT 2011: Is there life after death? A Norwich FGBMFI audience recently heard amazing evidence that there is, given by a well-known Christian doctor. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/257817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_actor_stars_in_BBC_air_crash.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/257817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_actor_stars_in_BBC_air_crash.aspx Thu, 21 Apr 2011 11:00:00 GMT Norwich-born actor Sam Clafin puts the skills he displayed in the Norfolk Christian Youth Football League to good use in the new BBC2 drama “United” this Sunday, which charts the tragic story of the Munich air crash involving Manchester United. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/257793/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Is_Easter_a_holiday_or_a_holy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/257793/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Is_Easter_a_holiday_or_a_holy.aspx Wed, 20 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT Easter is a very important celebration and festival which is full of meaning. In fact, our life and our eternal future depends on our understanding and acceptance of what took place 2000 years ago. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/256961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Christians_website_sounds_just_great.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/256961/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norfolk_Christians_website_sounds_just_great.aspx Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk minister Revd John Shaw has set up a website for people to find and share great Christian music. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/257585/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Eddie_is_fighting_back_from_plane_stroke.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/257585/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Eddie_is_fighting_back_from_plane_stroke.aspx Tue, 19 Apr 2011 20:15:00 GMT Norfolk housing housing manager, Eddie Pleban, who suffered a stroke while on a flight back from Australia is making a remarkable recovery back home in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/255411/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norfolk_gains_its_charitable_status.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/255411/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norfolk_gains_its_charitable_status.aspx Sat, 16 Apr 2011 09:00:00 GMT 2011: Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk, the Christian organisation committed to celebrating and communicating the work of the local Christian community, has successfully registered as a charity, just two months before its annual event at the Norwich Forum. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/255511/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norfolk_church_joins_world_wide_network.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/255511/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norfolk_church_joins_world_wide_network.aspx Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:00:00 GMT A Norfolk church has just joined an 11,000-strong world-wide network of churches and is set to run its first-ever inner healing conference near Norwich. Pastor Michelle Smith reports. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/256834/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/MP_backs_new_business_hub_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/256834/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/MP_backs_new_business_hub_in_Norwich.aspx Fri, 15 Apr 2011 10:00:00 GMT A revolutionary business work hub has just been launched based in a Norwich church and backed by Norwich North MP Chloe Smith. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/255165/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Psychological_patterns_behind_aspects_of_belief.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/255165/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Psychological_patterns_behind_aspects_of_belief.aspx Tue, 12 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight takes a look at the psychological pattern behind aspects of belief. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/254815/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_link_to_book_that_changed_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/254815/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Norwich_link_to_book_that_changed_the.aspx Mon, 11 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT Norwich has a special link with this year's worldwide celebrations of the 400th anniversary of the Authorized King James Bible - often called 'the book that changed the world.' http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/254530/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Eight_day_Bible_marathon_begins_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/254530/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Eight_day_Bible_marathon_begins_in_Norwich.aspx Sun, 10 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich and 14-year-old Martin Walton began an eight-day public reading of the King James Bible at the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at noon today. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/254500/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_prepare_for_Royal_wedding.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/254500/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_prepare_for_Royal_wedding.aspx Fri, 08 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT Churches across Norfolk are preparing to celebrate the forthcoming Royal Wedding by holding events for their local communities as the Church of England has welcomed an increase in the numbers of couples wishing to marry in church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/254227/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/New_life_rises_from_ashes_for_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/254227/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/New_life_rises_from_ashes_for_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 06 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT 2011: Since Baptist minister Mark Taylor and his family moved to a rural church in South Norfolk, he has seen it literally set on fire and rise from the ashes with new life in the form of a youth club, a café church, revival prayer and now planning permis http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/254203/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_unveils_new_conference_venue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/254203/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_unveils_new_conference_venue.aspx Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT 2011: Norwich church Proclaimers is opening the doors of a former retail warehouse which it has transformed into a church facility and conference centre - for use by local businesses and organisations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/254169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_11.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/254169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_11.aspx Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT Be among the first to read the Easter edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk which has just released its latest e-version. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/254193/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_gather_for_revival_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/254193/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_gather_for_revival_prayer.aspx Mon, 04 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT Dozens of churches from across Norfolk gathered in Norwich and Great Yarmouth for a third Prayer for Revival meeting on April 4. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/253041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_churches_urged_to_open_their.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/253041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Anglia_churches_urged_to_open_their.aspx Sun, 03 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT Churches across East Anglia will this week be urged to open their doors and restore their buildings to their medieval role at the heart of communities at a Norwich-based conference. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/252761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_community_choir_celebrates_growth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/252761/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_community_choir_celebrates_growth.aspx Sat, 02 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT 2011: It is three years since Catton Community Choir was started by a Norwich church and it is now thriving with 25 members and regular community bookings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/252417/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_and_Norfolk_Christian_news_in_brief.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/252417/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_and_Norfolk_Christian_news_in_brief.aspx Wed, 30 Mar 2011 23:00:00 GMT In the news this week is one Norfolk church offering families the chance to remember lost children and another that has had its ambitious plan to double in size rejected by planners. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/252388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Accountability_in_the_face_of_fundamentalism.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/252388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Accountability_in_the_face_of_fundamentalism.aspx Tue, 29 Mar 2011 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norfolk columnist James Knight continues his study into Christian fundamentalism. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/251948/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_named_as_new_CofE_media.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/251948/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_Bishop_named_as_new_CofE_media.aspx Tue, 29 Mar 2011 23:00:00 GMT The Archbishops of Canterbury and York have named the Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham James, as the Church of England’s new lead spokesman on media issues. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/249746/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Dozen_delights_for_nomadic_Norwich_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/249746/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Dozen_delights_for_nomadic_Norwich_Christian.aspx Sun, 27 Mar 2011 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Quaker John Myhill has just spent a very interesting three months as a nomadic Christian visiting a dozen places of worship across the city and further afield. Here he recounts his wide-ranging ecumenical journey and what he discovered. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/250163/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norwich_street_girl_project_has_a_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/250163/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norwich_street_girl_project_has_a_new.aspx Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian charity, the Magdalene Group has a new team and a new vision for its future work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/249394/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_youth_event_stirs_crowd.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/249394/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_youth_event_stirs_crowd.aspx Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Newday on the Road brought very loud music, old-fashioned praise and preaching to an excited audience of 200 youngsters at the King’s Centre in Norwich recently. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/248793/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Big_Society_needs_church_says_Norwich_Bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/248793/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Big_Society_needs_church_says_Norwich_Bishop.aspx Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The social landscape of Norwich and Norfolk would be changed immediately and much of society would begin to unravel if Christians were removed from the picture, the Bishop of Norwich told a Norwich Diocesan Synod. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/248782/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_and_Norfolk_Christian_news_in_brief.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/248782/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_and_Norfolk_Christian_news_in_brief.aspx Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT In the news this week is an exhibition of the life in medieval Norwich churches, a congregation’s 400k vision and a diamond couple who met in a Norwich church youth club. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/248699/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_Spectre_of_Fundamentalism.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/248699/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_Spectre_of_Fundamentalism.aspx Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight writes about his concern over the increase of creationist fundamentalism. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/248319/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Women_of_Action_network_launch_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/248319/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Women_of_Action_network_launch_in_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT A Christian organisation that connects women in the UK with disadvantaged women in Bangladesh is extending its network in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/248195/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Free_guide_to_Norfolk_churches_will_open.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/248195/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Free_guide_to_Norfolk_churches_will_open.aspx Sat, 12 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT A new booklet helping people to explore Norfolk’s historic churches has been officially launched in Reepham. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/247067/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Unrest_in_North_Africa_a_sign_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/247067/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Unrest_in_North_Africa_a_sign_of.aspx Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Pastor Tom Chapman of Surrey Chapel in Norwich gives a spiritual perspective to the current upheaval in North Africa. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/247103/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Vicar_backs_new_Norfolk_Christian_Writers_group.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/247103/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Vicar_backs_new_Norfolk_Christian_Writers_group.aspx Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT King’s Lynn vicar, Corin Child, from St John’s brings his love of literature to the heart of church culture and is encouraging others through the Association of Christian Writers and the new Norfolk Christians Writers group. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/247082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Lent_project_will_train_nurses_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/247082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Lent_project_will_train_nurses_in.aspx Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk-based children's charity Morning Star is launching a project this month to train nurses in Nepal from money raised from people giving things up for Lent. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/246527/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_reinvents_itself_for_21st_century.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/246527/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/Norwich_church_reinvents_itself_for_21st_century.aspx Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT 2011: A Norwich church has completed its reinvention as a 21st century expression of the body of Christ, complete with new branding, stage lights, plasma screens and a rock-style worship band. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/245734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Light_shining_at_Norwich_missions_conference.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/245734/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Light_shining_at_Norwich_missions_conference.aspx Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The International Gospel Outreach conference in Norwich last weekend highlighted the need to bring God's light into the current state of chaos in the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/245633/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Crowds_flock_to_Christian_show_in_East.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/245633/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Crowds_flock_to_Christian_show_in_East.aspx Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT From a clergy fashion show to an ecclesiastical karaoke machine, the first-ever Christian Resources Exhibition in the Eastern Region took place at Exec in Peterborough from February 24 to 26. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/246520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Revival_prayer_partner_call_to_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/246520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Revival_prayer_partner_call_to_Norfolk_churches.aspx Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Churches and ministries across Norwich and Norfolk are again joining together on March 7 under the banner of Prayer for Revival. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/246489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_question_of_salvation_and_judgement.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/246489/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_question_of_salvation_and_judgement.aspx Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight continues his series on eternal destiny with a look at what it means for every knee to bow before Christ. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/246054/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Christian_youth_project_reaches_out_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/246054/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Christian_youth_project_reaches_out_in_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT With Government cutbacks in Norfolk Youth Services and Police ASBOs coming to an end, a Christian-based youth outreach project in the Breckland region of Norfolk is providing a vital service. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/244808/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Friends_pray_after_Eddie_flies_back_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/244808/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Friends_pray_after_Eddie_flies_back_to.aspx Sat, 26 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk housing manager Eddie Pleban, who suffered a stroke while on a flight back from Australia is now back in the UK in the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital. Wife Jeannie, had a message for friends and supporters. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/244855/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Historic_Norfolk_churches_to_get_2m_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/244855/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Historic_Norfolk_churches_to_get_2m_in.aspx Sun, 20 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Fund (HLF) have announced almost 2m of grants to support urgent repair work to 18 Grade I and II* listed places of worship across Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/244725/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Glue_and_God_at_regional_Christian_exhibition.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/244725/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Glue_and_God_at_regional_Christian_exhibition.aspx Fri, 18 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT A half day worshop at next week's East of England Christian Resources Exhibition will showcase Messy Church; church for people who don't "do" church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/243546/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Good_news_of_the_kingdom_saves_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/243546/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Good_news_of_the_kingdom_saves_the.aspx Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Chaplain to the streets Carrie Sant looks at what it means to live "kingdom life" in these times of social, financial and environmental crisis. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/242536/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/South_Norfolk_church_expands_into_town_centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/242536/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/South_Norfolk_church_expands_into_town_centre.aspx Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT 2011: A South Norfolk church is celebrating the opening of its new town centre base in Diss which offers counselling, prayer and practical help to the community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/242520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Friends_pray_after_Eddie_has_stroke_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/242520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Friends_pray_after_Eddie_has_stroke_on.aspx Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk housing manager Eddie Pleban is critically ill and on a ventilator in a Dubai hospital after suffering a stroke while on a flight back from Australia where he was visiting his daughter. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/243026/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_philosophical_problem_of_eternal_hell.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/243026/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_philosophical_problem_of_eternal_hell.aspx Tue, 08 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight writes about the God who created us knowing our eternal destination. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/242406/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/BBC_Norfolk_choir_competition_launched.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/242406/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/BBC_Norfolk_choir_competition_launched.aspx Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Church and Christian choir groups from Norfolk are urged to enter this year's BBC Radio Norfolk's Choir of the Year competition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/242071/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCAs_Michael_joins_celebrity_sports_launch.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/242071/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/YMCAs_Michael_joins_celebrity_sports_launch.aspx Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Football coach and YMCA Norfolk part-time worker Michael Douglas has joined with celebrities such as Delia Smith, Jake Humphrey, Simon Thomas and Iwan Roberts to help relaunch a Norwich City FC charity which promotes sport and its benefits. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/241844/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/House_of_Prayer_opens_its_doors_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/241844/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_2011_12/House_of_Prayer_opens_its_doors_in.aspx Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT 2011: A House of Prayer was officially opened in Norwich yesterday at the Fishergate Centre as the culmination of 18 months of prayer and effort. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/241143/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Be_yourself_and_celebrate_your_gifts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/241143/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Be_yourself_and_celebrate_your_gifts.aspx Wed, 02 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Adrian Bell, Rector of Fakenham Parish Church, writes about the importance of having the space to be yourself which and develop the gifts God has given us. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/239282/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_partner_in_revival_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/239282/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_churches_partner_in_revival_prayer.aspx Wed, 02 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Churches and ministries across Norwich and Norfolk joined together on January 24 to pray for Christian revival after an American evangelist prophesied a spiritual awakening in the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/240975/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_bishop_swaps_pulpit_for_catwalk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/240975/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich_bishop_swaps_pulpit_for_catwalk.aspx Sun, 30 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Rt Revd Peter Fox, honorary assistant bishop in the Anglican diocese of Norwich, will join half a dozen fellow ministers for a special presentation of clerical clothing, including his wife's designs. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/240938/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Premier_speaks_of_vision_for_media_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/240938/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Premier_speaks_of_vision_for_media_in.aspx Sat, 29 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Premier Christian Radio is exploring the idea of setting up regional media centres, including one for the Eastern region based in Norwich, it was revealed to a meeting of Norfolk church leaders in Norwich on January 27. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/239882/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_calls_us_to_be_creative.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/239882/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/God_calls_us_to_be_creative.aspx Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Rev Philip Young, vicar of St Thomas’ church in Norwich considers what bad habits we need to break in order that we can better follow Jesus. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/239323/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_Christian_stalwarts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/239323/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_Christian_stalwarts.aspx Thu, 20 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to three figures from the Norfolk Christian community, Rev Canon Peter Green, Rev Charles Hall and Katherine Aldridge. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/239279/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Will_all_be_saved_in_the_end.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/239279/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Will_all_be_saved_in_the_end.aspx Wed, 19 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight looks at the controversial issue of salvation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/239008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_churches_demonstrate_century_of_unity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/239008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_churches_demonstrate_century_of_unity.aspx Tue, 18 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT 2011: Christians in Norwich have been gathering together for over 100 years to celebrate their unity in prayer and worship, a united church service in the city was told last night. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/238606/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_resource_centre_on_the_move.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/238606/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_Christian_resource_centre_on_the_move.aspx Fri, 14 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Youth and Children’s Resource Centre of the Diocese of Norwich has been based at the Horstead Activity Centre for several years, but it is now on the move and has some items to give away. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/238265/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_charity_leader_reflects_on_journey_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/238265/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Norfolk_charity_leader_reflects_on_journey_of.aspx Thu, 13 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Biddy Collyer is set to step down after 15 years launching and leading the Christian Pregnancy Choices Norfolk charity, providing a vital service to hundreds of women and their partners. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/237987/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_different_look_at_the_feeding_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/237987/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_different_look_at_the_feeding_of.aspx Tue, 11 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Norwich street chaplain Carrie Sant believes that the Holy Spirit is awakening us from a deep freeze. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/237784/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Waite_backs_homeless_charitys_Norfolk_move.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/237784/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Waite_backs_homeless_charitys_Norfolk_move.aspx Tue, 11 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT An international homeless charity, based in Cambridge, is coming to Norfolk in April when it will be officially opened by its national chairman Terry Waite. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/236412/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_support_helps_flying_doctors_vital_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/236412/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_support_helps_flying_doctors_vital_work.aspx Sun, 02 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Support from across Norfolk has helped flying doctors Craig and Rae Oranmore-Brown extend their vital lifeline of hope to more needy people cross Zambia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/236184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Johns_new_initiatives_to_spread_the_Gospel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/236184/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Johns_new_initiatives_to_spread_the_Gospel.aspx Sat, 25 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: Well-known Norfolk evangelist, John Wright, has undertaken two new initiatives to spread the Christian message as widely as possible. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/236182/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norfolk_Christian_Police_celebrate_re_launch.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/236182/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norfolk_Christian_Police_celebrate_re_launch.aspx Fri, 24 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: The Norfolk branch of the Christian Police Association (CPA) has celebrated its first anniversary of its re-launch at St Paul’s, Hellesdon, Norwich on November 21. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/235707/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Keeping_Christ_in_Christmas_makes_it_special.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/235707/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Keeping_Christ_in_Christmas_makes_it_special.aspx Mon, 20 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight asks what is the central truth in the human journey on this earth. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/235267/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_mans_car_crash_escape_led_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/235267/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_mans_car_crash_escape_led_to.aspx Mon, 20 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT A living miracle, Bob Morrish believes he was saved from death to play a part in the miracles he sees in others during his Norfolk prison visits. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/234558/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Archishop_set_to_open_new_parish_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/234558/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Archishop_set_to_open_new_parish_in.aspx Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: A second Archbishop within a few days is set to visit Norwich to officially open a brand new Romanian Orthodox parish in one of the city’s oldest church buildings. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/232760/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_landlady_Janet_swaps_pub_for_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/232760/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_landlady_Janet_swaps_pub_for_church.aspx Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT A Norfolk pub landlady has swapped last orders for holy orders and become a parish priest after an amazing experience in her local church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/234494/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Young_Norwich_playwright_make_church_debut.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/234494/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Young_Norwich_playwright_make_church_debut.aspx Sun, 12 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: A very modern adaptation of the Nativity story of the birth of Jesus has been written by a young Norwich student and is set to be performed this Christmas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/233869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_10.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/233869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_10.aspx Thu, 09 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT Good news stories about the Christian faith will be seen in 56,000 homes across Norwich this Christmas, thanks to a bold and innovative move by popular Christian tabloid newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/234062/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_power_of_our_discreet_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/234062/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_power_of_our_discreet_God.aspx Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight asks why God sometimes doesn't make His presence obvious. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/233744/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_begins_befriending_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/233744/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_begins_befriending_community.aspx Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: A Norwich church is set to launch a new befriending community to support local people with health issues. It follows on from other groups already launched to create mission communities centered around families and the over 55s. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/233638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Davids_Christian_football_long_service_honour.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/233638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Davids_Christian_football_long_service_honour.aspx Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT A man who has dedicated over 32 years of service to the Norfolk Christian Football League (NCFL) as a founder member, player, manager, referee and chairman has been honoured with a memorial trophy. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/233637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_man_writes_his_first_book_as.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/233637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_man_writes_his_first_book_as.aspx Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A Norwich man, who is now a pastoral minister in the USA, has just published his first book which takes a new look at the story of God as told through the Bible. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/233605/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Big_Society_is_2000_years_old_says.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/233605/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Big_Society_is_2000_years_old_says.aspx Sat, 04 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: Christians have been developing the Big Society for the past 2000 years, the Archbishop of York, the Most Rev Dr John Sentamu, told an audience of clergy during a visit to Norwich on December 2. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/232008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Does_pacifism_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/232008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Does_pacifism_work.aspx Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT In the second part of his discussion over pacifism, Pastor Tom chapman questions whether pacifism can work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/232305/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Final_East_gathering_for_New_Frontiers_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/232305/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Final_East_gathering_for_New_Frontiers_churches.aspx Sat, 27 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: For the third and final time, New Frontiers churches from across the East of England and beyond gathered at Pontins at Pakefield, Lowestoft, for a weekend of praise, teaching and mission - Together at East of England. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/232006/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Norwich_pastor_I_wish_I_could_be.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/232006/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Norwich_pastor_I_wish_I_could_be.aspx Wed, 24 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT Pastor Tom Chapman of Surrey Chapel in Norwich gives a view on whether pacifism is Biblical http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/231340/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Crime_wave_hits_hundreds_of_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/231340/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Crime_wave_hits_hundreds_of_Norfolk_churches.aspx Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: Churches across Norfolk have been hit by a crime wave of more than four attacks every week over the last three years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/230788/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Archbishop_of_York_is_set_to_visit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/230788/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Archbishop_of_York_is_set_to_visit.aspx Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010 NEWSFLASH: The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, is to visit the Norwich Diocese on Thursday December 2, to formally open the Open Academy at Heartsease in Norwich, to attend a cathedral service and to meet clergy. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/230723/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_reveals_plans_for_new_Chapel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/230723/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_reveals_plans_for_new_Chapel.aspx Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: A thriving Norwich evangelical church hopes to move into a new 300-capacity Chapel next year, as part of the 100m regeneration plans for the Anglia Square shopping centre, and increase its community engagement at the same time. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/230708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Feeling_God_without_knowing_it_is_Him.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/230708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Feeling_God_without_knowing_it_is_Him.aspx Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight writes about the possibility of benefiting from God's grace without ever realising it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/228876/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norfolk_fire_chief_removes_faith_from_Remembrance.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/228876/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norfolk_fire_chief_removes_faith_from_Remembrance.aspx Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: A Norfolk fire chief has removed the religious aspect from a Remembrance Day event, saying it would otherwise exclude some staff members. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/228828/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_celebrates_fifth_anniversary.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/228828/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_celebrates_fifth_anniversary.aspx Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT The Network Norwich and Norfolk website is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its launch back in the autumn of 2005. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/225671/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_builds_on_community_vision.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/225671/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_builds_on_community_vision.aspx Sun, 07 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: Work has begun to transform a Norwich church into a warm, welcoming community space to be used throughout the week by groups and organisations from the local estate. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/225054/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Former_street_workers_delight_at_graduation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/225054/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Former_street_workers_delight_at_graduation.aspx Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT Former Norwich prostitute, now best-selling author, Maria Landon, has celebrated receiving a City College Norwich degree from actor and writer Stephen Fry at the city’s cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/224717/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Sir_Richard_spends_night_sleeping_rough_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/224717/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Sir_Richard_spends_night_sleeping_rough_in.aspx Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: General Sir Richard Dannatt, the new president of YMCA Norfolk slept rough on the streets of Norwich at the weekend to raise money for YMCA Norfolk and to get a glimpse into what life is like for the homeless. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/224601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Gospel_choirs_angelic_sounds_fill_Norwich_venue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/224601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Gospel_choirs_angelic_sounds_fill_Norwich_venue.aspx Thu, 28 Oct 2010 23:00:00 GMT The angelic sounds of the CK Gospel Choir reverberated around the rafters of Norwich Playhouse on October 28, fresh from their semi-final success on Sky1 talent show Must be the Music. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/224260/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_website_users_want_to_keep_forums.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/224260/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_website_users_want_to_keep_forums.aspx Wed, 27 Oct 2010 23:00:00 GMT Network Norfolk readers think that user comments and forum posts are an important part of the website and add positively to articles and the site. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/224175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_celebrates_new_centre_opening.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/224175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_celebrates_new_centre_opening.aspx Wed, 27 Oct 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Work has been completed on a new worship and conference centre seating 250 for Witard Road Baptist Church in Thorpe St Andrew, Norwich, to allow the growing fellowship to expand its activities and services. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/224315/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_genius_mind_of_Jesus_Christ.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/224315/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_genius_mind_of_Jesus_Christ.aspx Tue, 26 Oct 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight looks at the genius of the mind of Jesus. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/224178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norfolk_church_praying_for_planning_green_light.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/224178/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norfolk_church_praying_for_planning_green_light.aspx Sun, 24 Oct 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Latest Norfolk Christian news includes details of one church which is set to extend its building, another one which is asking its congregation to pray for planning permission and tributes paid to a pioneering county industrial chaplain. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/222768/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Ex_Army_chief_becomes_new_YMCA_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/222768/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Ex_Army_chief_becomes_new_YMCA_Norfolk.aspx Mon, 18 Oct 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Former head of the British Army, General Sir Richard Dannatt, was made president of YMCA Norfolk last night (October 18), taking over from Richard Jarrold, with a pledge to Serve to Lead. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/222689/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_Christian_drop_in_centre_pioneer_retires.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/222689/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_Christian_drop_in_centre_pioneer_retires.aspx Sun, 17 Oct 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Trevor Scott, the man credited with bringing a Norwich Christian drop-in centre into the 21st century has just retired after 16 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/221799/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Claudes_Congo_return_to_fulfil_Biblical_dream.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/221799/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Claudes_Congo_return_to_fulfil_Biblical_dream.aspx Wed, 13 Oct 2010 23:00:00 GMT Retired Norwich head teacher, Claude Scott, has a dream to return to the land of his childhood in Africa 70 years ago, to provide Bible teaching to hundreds of pastors in churches established by his missionary father. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/222209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Grace_and_the_illusion_of_the_moral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/222209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Grace_and_the_illusion_of_the_moral.aspx Mon, 11 Oct 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight looks at where a person's moral compass points to when faced with repulsive situations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/220891/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_churches_celebrate_new_lease_of_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/220891/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_churches_celebrate_new_lease_of_life.aspx Tue, 05 Oct 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Two Norwich churches are celebrating after major work has been completed to leaking roofs and damaged buildings after attacks by lead thieves and the weather. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/220362/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_couple_thankful_for_second_chance.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/220362/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_couple_thankful_for_second_chance.aspx Fri, 01 Oct 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: A Norwich Christian couple tell of how God helped them overcome personal trauma when their first marriages fell apart and of their recommitment to Him years later. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/219844/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norfolk_church_appeals_for_new_service_venue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/219844/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norfolk_church_appeals_for_new_service_venue.aspx Tue, 28 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: A vibrant Romanian Orthodox church in Norfolk is appealing for help to find a Norwich venue to hold its Sunday worship services for a congregation of 50. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/219941/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Call_to_be_generous_with_our_forgiveness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/219941/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Call_to_be_generous_with_our_forgiveness.aspx Mon, 27 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight shows how one of our biggest increases in scientific understanding also provides a very good reason why Jesus said we ought to forgive everyone their sins. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/217194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_doctors_life_changing_mercy_missions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/217194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_doctors_life_changing_mercy_missions.aspx Wed, 22 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT Norwich consultant anaesthetist Jonathan Payne, has given up several weeks holiday each year for the past 12 years to help provide free life- changing operations for Africans with the Christian Mercy Ships charity. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/217192/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Pedal_power_of_eight_set_for_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/217192/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Pedal_power_of_eight_set_for_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 21 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: An amazing eight-man bike is set to take to the roads of Norfolk in the next few weeks, using pedal power to help raise much-needed cash for children in a Bulgarian orphanage. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/216105/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/East_Anglian_Bishop_welcomes_pilgrim_Pope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/216105/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/East_Anglian_Bishop_welcomes_pilgrim_Pope.aspx Wed, 15 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: The Bishop of East Anglia has welcomed the visit of Pope Benedict XVI to the UK as a pilgrim pope visiting a pilgrim people, as many East Anglian Catholics head for events in London and Birmingham. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/215922/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_10.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/215922/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_10.aspx Tue, 14 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT Be among the first to read the Harvest edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk which has just released its latest e-edition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/216057/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_Christianity_is_still_relevant_today.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/216057/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_Christianity_is_still_relevant_today.aspx Mon, 13 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight says that there is no conflict between Christian belief and scientific knowledge. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/215326/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_mayor_backs_STEP_Christian_outreach.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/215326/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_mayor_backs_STEP_Christian_outreach.aspx Wed, 08 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: The Lord Mayor of Norwich has given his backing to Norwich Christian charity STEP, whose mission is to create a safe environment for vulnerable women and to help rebuild broken lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/214548/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Churches_show_faith_by_action_not_by.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/214548/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Churches_show_faith_by_action_not_by.aspx Sun, 05 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Transforming Norwich helps churches work together to serve the Norwich community. With new chair Madeline Light at the helm, the group looks forward to building on the exciting new initiatives that have already started. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/214562/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Labour_leaders_tackle_faith_issues_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/214562/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Labour_leaders_tackle_faith_issues_in_Norwich.aspx Sat, 04 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Matters of religious faith were on the agenda when the Labour leadership contest rolled into Norwich earlier today courtesy of a 90-minute Sky News televised debate with all five candidates, broadcast live from the Open Youth Venue. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/213778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_womans_mission_to_Peruvian_prison.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/213778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_womans_mission_to_Peruvian_prison.aspx Mon, 30 Aug 2010 23:00:00 GMT A Norwich woman will be travelling to Peru later this month to visit a prison where a Christian charity she helps to run has been doing vital work over the past six years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/212296/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Is_the_universe_friendly.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/212296/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Is_the_universe_friendly.aspx Mon, 23 Aug 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight considers a question once posed by Einstein: is the universe friendly? http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/212065/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_to_turn_into_mission_communities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/212065/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_to_turn_into_mission_communities.aspx Mon, 23 Aug 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: A Norwich church is set to divide its congregation up into mission communities of 50 people each, focusing on families, the over 55s and social justice as the start of a move away from a more traditional form of church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/211850/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Trust_success_with_Norwich_Palestinian_student.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/211850/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Trust_success_with_Norwich_Palestinian_student.aspx Sun, 22 Aug 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: A young student from a Palestinian refugee camp near Bethlehem has just successfully completed 18 months of study in Norwich thanks to an innovative educational trust set up in memory of a local parish priest. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/211503/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Christian_group_feeds_hundreds_across_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/211503/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Christian_group_feeds_hundreds_across_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 18 Aug 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Free food is being delivered to hundreds of needy people across Norfolk thanks to the prayers of local Christians and the help of a charity from Bedfordshire. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/211477/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/7000_young_people_encounter_God_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/211477/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/7000_young_people_encounter_God_in_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 17 Aug 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: For the last week 7000 young people have descended on the Royal Norfolk Showground to encounter God at the Newday festival. Reporter Aaron Curran gives a personal account of the event. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/210496/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/7000_youngsters_in_Norfolk_for_Christian_event.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/210496/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/7000_youngsters_in_Norfolk_for_Christian_event.aspx Wed, 11 Aug 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: August 11 sees the return of summer Christian youth event Newday to the Norfolk Showground, Norwich. This year – the seventh Newday has taken place – will see around 7000 young people from all over the UK and beyond coming together to meet with God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/210181/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Twins_give_up_design_jobs_for_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/210181/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Twins_give_up_design_jobs_for_new.aspx Wed, 11 Aug 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Norwich-based newspaper graphic designer James Paton is giving up his job after 17 years to become a Baptist Minister in Ipswich, just beating his identical twin brother Scott, also a newspaper graphic designer, to the same ambition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/210708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/God_and_the_metaphor_of_marriage.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/210708/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/God_and_the_metaphor_of_marriage.aspx Tue, 10 Aug 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight explores how the metaphor of marriage in the Bible speaks of our relationship with God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/210177/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Norwich_journalist_and_preacher.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/210177/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Norwich_journalist_and_preacher.aspx Thu, 05 Aug 2010 23:00:00 GMT Norwich journalist, author and preacher, Dennis Tomlinson, who has died aged 78 at his Sprowston home, helped to train hundreds of reporters in his career. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/209945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/3500_youngsters_in_Norfolk_social_action_project.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/209945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/3500_youngsters_in_Norfolk_social_action_project.aspx Wed, 04 Aug 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Next week will see around 3500 Christian youngsters from all over the UK converge on the streets of Norwich and Norfolk again for a week to take part in community-based social action projects. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/209714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_churches_join_together_for_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/209714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_churches_join_together_for_service.aspx Tue, 03 Aug 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Two very different Norwich churches have come together for a joint meeting with one purpose: to share their love for God and love for God’s people. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/209709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_priest_honoured_by.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/209709/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norfolk_priest_honoured_by.aspx Mon, 02 Aug 2010 23:00:00 GMT Norfolk parish priest, Father Richard Wilson, who was honoured by the Pope, has died at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital three weeks before his 80th birthday. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/209399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Christians_help_knit_Norwich_Pride_scarf.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/209399/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Christians_help_knit_Norwich_Pride_scarf.aspx Sat, 31 Jul 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: After months of knitting by hundreds of people across Norfolk, including church groups and individuals, a giant rainbow scarf was displayed from the balcony of Norwich City Hall this weekend to mark Norwich Pride. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/208789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/_Unite_launched_by_Norwich_church_leaders.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/208789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/_Unite_launched_by_Norwich_church_leaders.aspx Wed, 28 Jul 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: More than 40 church and ministry leaders in Norwich have come together for the launch of Unite, a prayer initiative, in the hope of “heralding a new day for our city and region.” http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/209004/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Searching_for_evidence_in_the_right_way.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/209004/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Searching_for_evidence_in_the_right_way.aspx Tue, 27 Jul 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight writes about how the proof of God's existence is found by looking also at what else exists. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/208578/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/New_Mothers_Union_branch_opens_at_Wroxham.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/208578/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/New_Mothers_Union_branch_opens_at_Wroxham.aspx Mon, 26 Jul 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: A new branch of the Mothers Union has been set up by Norfolk Christian Suzanne Barnett to serve the people of the Wroxham area with friendship and prayer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/208574/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Here_come_the_Mcbrides_to_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/208574/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Here_come_the_Mcbrides_to_Norwich_church.aspx Sat, 24 Jul 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: The Salvation Army’s Norwich Citadel is to welcome new leaders. Majors Ian and Sally McBride will be officially installed in a special service at 10.30am on Sunday 1st August 2010 at the church in St Giles Street. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/207945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_couple_bring_hope_and_light_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/207945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_couple_bring_hope_and_light_in.aspx Tue, 20 Jul 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: A Norfolk Christian couple are helping to bring hope and light to needy children in a South African village. And they need volunteers to help with the vital work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/207323/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Street_women_need_love_and_understanding.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/207323/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Street_women_need_love_and_understanding.aspx Mon, 19 Jul 2010 23:00:00 GMT Best-selling Norwich author Maria Landon issues a personal plea for understanding and love for the women who work in the sex industry. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/206592/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_family_celebrate_deportation_fight_win.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/206592/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_family_celebrate_deportation_fight_win.aspx Thu, 15 Jul 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: A Norwich Christian family has celebrated victory in its fight against deportation from the UK at a joyous graduation ceremony at the University of East Anglia which provided final evidence of necessary academic qualifications. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/206504/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Engaging_in_the_intellectual_battleground.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/206504/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Engaging_in_the_intellectual_battleground.aspx Tue, 13 Jul 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight says that there is a very real battleground between Atheists and Christians. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/206228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norwich_backing_for_women_bishops_decision.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/206228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norwich_backing_for_women_bishops_decision.aspx Mon, 12 Jul 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: The Bishop of Norwich has given his personal backing to the decision by the General Synod to allow women to become bishops in the Church of England. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/205739/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Campaign_to_save_Norfolk_churches_at_risk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/205739/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Campaign_to_save_Norfolk_churches_at_risk.aspx Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: English Heritage chose a restored Norfolk church to launch its new campaign to help save the one in ten churches across the whole country that are at risk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/204945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Thousands_support_Norwich_familys_visa_fight.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/204945/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Thousands_support_Norwich_familys_visa_fight.aspx Wed, 30 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Thousands of people are rushing to the support of a Norwich Christian family who are facing deportation back to Tanzania after a post-study visa expired. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/204938/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Jarrolds_support_YMCA_Norfolk_for_150_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/204938/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Jarrolds_support_YMCA_Norfolk_for_150_years.aspx Wed, 30 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Many people support the odd charity here and there, but one Norfolk family has been supporting the same county-based organization, YMCA Norfolk, for over 150 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/204904/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Stepping_into_a_better_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/204904/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Stepping_into_a_better_life.aspx Tue, 29 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight says that passion and genuine enthusiasm for the truth is a very positive thing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/179586/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norwich_Cathedral_centenary_reaches_climax.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/179586/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norwich_Cathedral_centenary_reaches_climax.aspx Sat, 26 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: The centenary celebrations of Norwich’s Roman Catholic Cathedral reached a peak on June 24 with a Day of Celebration and Thanksgiving on the feast day for St John the Baptist. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/204061/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_churches_pay_for_life_saving_operation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/204061/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_churches_pay_for_life_saving_operation.aspx Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Transforming Norwich has helped to pay for a life-saving operation for a church pastor in a Tanzanian refugee camp, who is closely associated with the Swahili-speaking Rivers of Life Church which meets in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/203892/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_students_in_African_summer_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/203892/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_students_in_African_summer_mission.aspx Mon, 21 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: A group of students from Notre Dame High School in Norwich won’t be relaxing after taking their gruelling exams but instead have offered teaching support to a poverty-stricken community in Zambia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/203710/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norfolks_Bishop_James_set_for_move_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/203710/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norfolks_Bishop_James_set_for_move_to.aspx Mon, 21 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Her Majesty the Queen has approved the nomination of the Rt Revd James Langstaff, Suffragan Bishop of Lynn as the 107th Bishop of Rochester. He will succeed the Rt Revd Michael Nazir-Ali who resigned on August 31, 2009. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/203988/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_key_to_having_an_open_mind.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/203988/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/The_key_to_having_an_open_mind.aspx Sun, 20 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight considers whether Christians are open-minded enough. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/264916/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norwich_and_Norfolk_2010_video.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/264916/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Celebrate_Norfolk/Celebrate_news/Celebrate_Norwich_and_Norfolk_2010_video.aspx Sat, 19 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Watch a short video of the Celebrate Norwich and Norfolk Christian festival held in and around the Forum in Norwich during June 2010. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/202922/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/First_female_is_new_Transforming_Norwich_chair.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/202922/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/First_female_is_new_Transforming_Norwich_chair.aspx Wed, 16 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Transforming Norwich has appointed a woman as its new chair for the first time ever when previous chair, Rev Nicholas Vesey, stepped down after seven years with the Greater Norwich Churches Together group. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/202919/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/African_faith_adventure_for_Norfolk_teaching_duo.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/202919/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/African_faith_adventure_for_Norfolk_teaching_duo.aspx Wed, 16 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: A Norfolk school head teacher and music teacher are about to give up their jobs and embark on an adventure of faith, to help run a school in Tanzania. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/202862/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norwich_Bishop_backs_heavenly_weddings.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/202862/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norwich_Bishop_backs_heavenly_weddings.aspx Tue, 15 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: The Bishop of Norwich has backed a bid by the Archbishops of Canterbury and York to make churches more welcoming to wedding guests to stem the decline in couples tying the knot in church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/202872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Do_Christians_have_the_burden_of_proof.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/202872/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Do_Christians_have_the_burden_of_proof.aspx Sun, 13 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight asks whether Christians need to be able to prove the existence of God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/202513/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Christian_charity_offers_step_towards_new_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/202513/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Christian_charity_offers_step_towards_new_life.aspx Sun, 13 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT Norwich Christian charity STEP's mission is to create a safe environment for vulnerable women and to help rebuild broken lives. They offer meals, advocacy and Bible studies as some of the ways to support these women. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/201556/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_church_helps_stop_members_deportation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/201556/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_church_helps_stop_members_deportation.aspx Wed, 09 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Campaigners from a Norwich church have succeeded in preventing one of its members, an asylum-seeker and former policeman who blew the whistle on corruption in Zambia, from being deported back to the African country, where he feared for his future. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/201569/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Looking_for_that_Eureka_moment.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/201569/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Looking_for_that_Eureka_moment.aspx Tue, 08 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight asks what happens when someone asks God to reveal Himself...and nothing happens. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/200953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_Christian_charity_wins_10k_boost.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/200953/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_Christian_charity_wins_10k_boost.aspx Mon, 07 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT Norwich-based Christian charity Hope for Latvia recently won 10,000 at a prestigious fundraising evening in London. They intend to use this money to help start micro-economic enterprises in partnership with some of the poorest families in Latvia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/200822/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_churchs_homeless_project_cash_boost.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/200822/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_churchs_homeless_project_cash_boost.aspx Sat, 05 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Homeless people will be able to continue to enjoy a free meal and laundry facilities on Sunday afternoons at a Norwich city centre church with the help of a grant of 1000 from Sport Relief. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/200569/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Sarahs_dream_becomes_reality_at_Norwich_Open.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/200569/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Sarahs_dream_becomes_reality_at_Norwich_Open.aspx Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: The Open Youth Venue’s new Principal, Sarah Mintey, has a dream for the young people of Norwich and Norfolk and, alongside partners such as local churches and Norwich Youth for Christ, she aims to deliver on that vision. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/200565/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Christian_Police_chief_forgave_his_sons_killer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/200565/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Christian_Police_chief_forgave_his_sons_killer.aspx Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: “Revenge imprisons us, but forgiveness sets us free” - that was the powerful message shared with a Norwich audience by a Christian father whose son, also a believer, was murdered by a terrorist. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/200394/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_church_leader_Murray.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/200394/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_church_leader_Murray.aspx Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT Many tributes have been paid this week to Murray Norman, a much-loved leader at Norwich Family Life Church for 36 years, who died at home on Sunday morning, May 30, aged 61. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/200582/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Is_there_such_a_thing_as_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/200582/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Is_there_such_a_thing_as_a.aspx Sat, 29 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight considers whether some people are naturally more open to religious belief. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/199985/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Churchs_Love_Norwich_initiative_helps_school.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/199985/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Churchs_Love_Norwich_initiative_helps_school.aspx Fri, 28 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: A team of 25 volunteers from Love Norwich were on hand to help the staff and parents from Mile Cross Primary School transform their playground in new flower beds. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/199780/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_churchs_contemporary_eternal_rebrand.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/199780/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_churchs_contemporary_eternal_rebrand.aspx Wed, 26 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: A large Norwich church has relaunched itself with a new name and has embarked on a journey of renovation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/199521/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Hundreds_in_Norwich_join_global_prayer_meeting.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/199521/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Hundreds_in_Norwich_join_global_prayer_meeting.aspx Wed, 26 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Hundreds of Christians from dozens of Norfolk churches gathered at Norwich Cathedral on May 23 to join millions of others right across the world in the Global Day of Prayer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/198925/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Luke_swaps_football_career_for_Bible_college.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/198925/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Luke_swaps_football_career_for_Bible_college.aspx Wed, 26 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Norwich youth worker Luke Brendling passed up the chance to play professional football to fly across the world and attend Hillsong International Leadership College in Australia following an encounter with God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/199751/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/God_of_the_old_and_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/199751/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/God_of_the_old_and_new.aspx Mon, 24 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight looks at mother-love and father-love relationships and how this can help us understand God's love for us in the Old and New testaments. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/198782/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/New_warehouse_home_for_large_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/198782/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/New_warehouse_home_for_large_Norwich_church.aspx Wed, 19 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: A large Norwich church has found a new home in a spacious industrial unit, just days after it was forced to leave the former MFI furniture warehouse, which had been sold to a retail firm. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/198729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_hall_reopens_after_100k_refurb.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/198729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_hall_reopens_after_100k_refurb.aspx Tue, 18 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: An historic Norwich church hall is set to reopen on Friday night (May 21) following a 100k refurbishment to its roof, windows and wood panelling. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/198779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/God_is_the_storyteller_of_our_lives.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/198779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/God_is_the_storyteller_of_our_lives.aspx Mon, 17 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight looks at God as the narrator and storyteller of our lives. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/198542/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Recovering_preacher_thanks_Norwich_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/198542/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Recovering_preacher_thanks_Norwich_churches.aspx Sun, 16 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: A local Methodist preacher has spoken of the love and kindness from the Christian community in Norwich that sustained her and her husband through a series of personal trials. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/197106/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_couples_Ugandan_mission_at_age_60.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/197106/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_couples_Ugandan_mission_at_age_60.aspx Tue, 11 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Life has really begun at 60 for a Norwich Christian couple whose business, leadership, medical and pastoral skills are being put to great use to help in African school, medical and church projects. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/197993/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Will_people_of_today_ever_know_how.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/197993/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Will_people_of_today_ever_know_how.aspx Mon, 10 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight looks at the concept of trusting God over ourselves. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/196699/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Queen_visits_Norwich_to_open_Cathedral_hostry.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/196699/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Queen_visits_Norwich_to_open_Cathedral_hostry.aspx Wed, 05 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: The Queen visited Norwich on Tuesday, for the first time in eight years, to attend a thanksgiving service and formally open the new 12.5m hostry and refectory at Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/196737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Finding_the_truth_behind_every_miracle.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/196737/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Finding_the_truth_behind_every_miracle.aspx Mon, 03 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight concludes his series on miracles by showing how miracles can actually help us make sense of the world. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/196537/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Archbishop_speaks_of_rural_Church_significance.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/196537/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Archbishop_speaks_of_rural_Church_significance.aspx Mon, 03 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: The Archbishop of Canterbury has visited one of Norfolk’s smallest churches and its biggest when he spoke about the significance of the Church to today's rural communities and gave his thoughts on poetry and prayer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/196455/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/City_church_relaunches_Love_Norwich_initiative.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/196455/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/City_church_relaunches_Love_Norwich_initiative.aspx Sun, 02 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: A large Norwich church is preparing to relaunch its community work programme under the new title Love Norwich as its moves its location to a big refurbished warehouse in Sprowston. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/196052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/YMCA_name_change_honours_ex_Norfolk_chief.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/196052/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/YMCA_name_change_honours_ex_Norfolk_chief.aspx Wed, 28 Apr 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: YMCA Norfolk has renamed Norwich Central YMCA in honour of its former chief executive John Drake, whose hard work and inspiration was key to making the 2.9m project become a reality last year. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/195452/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Shine_on_Norwich_student_wins_national_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/195452/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Shine_on_Norwich_student_wins_national_award.aspx Wed, 28 Apr 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: The British Council has named Melissa Ilboudo from Burkina Faso its International Student of the Year, after she raised over 200,000 for her home country. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/195922/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_theology_is_more_complex_than_science.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/195922/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Why_theology_is_more_complex_than_science.aspx Sun, 25 Apr 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight writes about the crossover between the miraculous and non-miraculous as he continues his series on miracles. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/194711/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Explaining_the_black_swan_events.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/194711/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Explaining_the_black_swan_events.aspx Mon, 19 Apr 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight continues his series on miracles by constructing a blueprint for a bridge between the realm of science and the world of miracles. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/193925/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_Christian_centre_given_new_lease_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/193925/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_Christian_centre_given_new_lease_of.aspx Fri, 16 Apr 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: All Saints’ Centre in Norwich heralded the start of a new era this week with a rededication service led by Bishop Graham and the donation of a new floor for the centre. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/193693/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Warehouse_to_be_new_home_for_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/193693/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Warehouse_to_be_new_home_for_Norwich.aspx Wed, 14 Apr 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: A Norwich church has announced that it has just begun work to convert a warehouse into a 500-seat auditorium and conference venue after six years without their own permanent home. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/193621/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Eric_to_spend_90th_birthday_in_prayer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/193621/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Eric_to_spend_90th_birthday_in_prayer.aspx Tue, 13 Apr 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: A Norwich Christian is planning a very special way to celebrate his 90th birthday – he will spend 12 hours in a prayer marathon and he is inviting other people to join him. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/193522/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Is_understanding_miracles_beyond_our_grasp.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/193522/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Is_understanding_miracles_beyond_our_grasp.aspx Tue, 13 Apr 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight continues his series on miracles by considering whether the potential for miracles was embedded in nature right from the beginning. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/192626/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Are_miracles_beyond_scientific_analysis.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/192626/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/James_Knight/Are_miracles_beyond_scientific_analysis.aspx Tue, 06 Apr 2010 23:00:00 GMT Regular Network Norwich and Norfolk columnist James Knight starts a new series on miracles with a look at how miracles fit in with scientific knowledge. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/192214/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Hundreds_of_Norfolk_Christians_march_in_witness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/192214/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Hundreds_of_Norfolk_Christians_march_in_witness.aspx Tue, 06 Apr 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Hundreds of Christians completed pilgrimages and traditional Good Friday marches of witness yesterday in city, towns and villages across Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574747/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Archive_North_Norfolk_stories.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/574747/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/North_Norfolk_Archive/Archive_North_Norfolk_stories.aspx Wed, 31 Mar 2010 23:00:00 GMT http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/191988/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Pilgrims_end_120_mile_walk_at_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/191988/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Pilgrims_end_120_mile_walk_at_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 31 Mar 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: Hundreds of pilgrims will reach the end of a 120-mile walk carrying a large wooden cross, at the national shrine of Our Lady in Walsingham, Norfolk, on Good Friday for a unique Easter celebration. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/191880/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Queens_Norwich_visit_to_open_Cathedral_hostry.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/191880/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Queens_Norwich_visit_to_open_Cathedral_hostry.aspx Tue, 30 Mar 2010 23:00:00 GMT 2010: The Queen will make her first official visit to Norwich in almost eight years when she officially opens Norwich Cathedral's Hostry visitor centre and the refectory in May. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/190869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/New_president_Sharon_aims_to_inspire_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/190869/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/New_president_Sharon_aims_to_inspire_faith.aspx Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: The new president of Norwich's Aglow International is set to empower women to meet their God-given calls in life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/190867/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norwich_Bishop_speaks_in_Lords_on_council.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/190867/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norwich_Bishop_speaks_in_Lords_on_council.aspx Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: The Bishop of Norwich has spoken out over the controversial proposals to turn Norwich into a new unitary council during a debate in the House of Lords yesterday when the plan was approved amd moved a step closer. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/190442/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Education_is_key_for_Norwich_vice_trade.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/190442/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Education_is_key_for_Norwich_vice_trade.aspx Sat, 20 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: It's all change at the Christian Magdalene Group project in Norwich which works with people caught up in the vice trade. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/190171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_Christian_charity_offers_helping_hand.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/190171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_Christian_charity_offers_helping_hand.aspx Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: If you wanted to set up a Christian charity to help those in need in Norwich, how you would go about it? Norwich Besom co-ordinator Duncan MacInnes gives his view. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/190161/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_10.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/190161/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_10.aspx Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Be the first to read the Easter edition of popular Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich and Norfolk which has just released its e-edition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/189216/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/African_refugee_church_sets_up_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/189216/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/African_refugee_church_sets_up_in_Norwich.aspx Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: A church which started life in the refugee camps of the Congo in Africa has established itself in a Norwich church hall and has just joined Transforming Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/188837/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Project_opens_Norfolk_churches_to_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/188837/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Project_opens_Norfolk_churches_to_community.aspx Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: Historic churches across the Diocese of Norwich will be open for longer and more available for community use through the appointment of a new officer responsible for the Churches Discovery Project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/188466/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_Christian_returns_home_to_share_adventures.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/188466/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_Christian_returns_home_to_share_adventures.aspx Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: A former Norwich student who now leads fundraising at Christian Aid is returning to her home city to speak about her experiences overseas. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/187389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Users_give_Norfolk_website_the_seal_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/187389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Users_give_Norfolk_website_the_seal_of.aspx Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT Christian community website, Network Norwich and Norfolk, has been given the seal of approval from its users in a recent online survey. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566396/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Archive_editions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/566396/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Archive_editions.aspx Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT Click below to read older editions of the Good News for Norwich and Norfolk newspaper. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/187317/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/_1_4m_boost_for_Norfolk_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/187317/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/_1_4m_boost_for_Norfolk_and.aspx Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: Historic churches across Norfolk and Suffolk have been given a massive 1.4m boost towards urgent repairs as part of a 15.7m programme nationwide awarded from two heritage funds. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/186633/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Poetic_Archbishop_to_speak_in_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/186633/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Poetic_Archbishop_to_speak_in_Norfolk_churches.aspx Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: The Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Revd Dr Rowan Williams, is to visit Norfolk to speak at the largest church in the Diocese - Norwich Cathedral - and at one of the smallest – All Saints’, Sharrington. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/186609/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_ex_missionary_from_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/186609/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_ex_missionary_from_Norwich.aspx Sun, 21 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT Ruth Dix, a former missionary with the Dohanvur Fellowship and a lifelong member of Surrey Chapel, Norwich has died, aged 89 years, in Oakwood House, Colney, on 11 February. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/186608/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Enthusiasm_for_Christian_mission_at_Norwich_event.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/186608/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Enthusiasm_for_Christian_mission_at_Norwich_event.aspx Sun, 21 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010 AUDIO: Adventure and exploration was the theme of an International Missions conference featuring over 40 national, international and Norfolk-based Christian organisations held in Norwich this weekend http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/183209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norfolk_Show_Churches_team_need_volunteers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/183209/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norfolk_Show_Churches_team_need_volunteers.aspx Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: Thousands of visitors had a positive experience of the Christian message at last year’s Royal Norfolk Show in the Churches Together Tent http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/183082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/International_missions_conference_set_for_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/183082/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/International_missions_conference_set_for_Norwich.aspx Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: Adventure and exploration is the theme of an International Missions conference being held in Norwich this weekend. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/182988/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/YMCA_Norfolk_remains_committed_to_youth_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/182988/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/YMCA_Norfolk_remains_committed_to_youth_work.aspx Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: YMCA Norfolk has reiterated its commitment to providing vital services to young people in Norfolk following news of 450,000 of funding cuts from Norfolk County Council. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/182735/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_worker_is_backed_by_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/182735/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_worker_is_backed_by_community.aspx Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: A Norwich church has appointed a new family worker to help serve its local community and the move has received a positive response from local schools, Police and other public organisations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/181111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Church_in_a_cafe_concept_set_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/181111/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Church_in_a_cafe_concept_set_for.aspx Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: The concept of a church in a café could be coming to Norwich soon with interest already raised and the prospect of a training event being planned. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/180553/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Near_death_experience_inspires_Bible_website.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/180553/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Near_death_experience_inspires_Bible_website.aspx Sun, 07 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: A near-death experience and a second chance at life galvanized a retired Norwich church minister into launching a new online Bible ministry, with the help of a dedicated friend. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/180410/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/YMCAs_4_2m_Norwich_flats_get_green.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/180410/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/YMCAs_4_2m_Norwich_flats_get_green.aspx Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: YMCA Norfolk’s plan to build 40 self-contained flats for young homeless people in Norwich city centre has been given the green light to go ahead with the approval of planning permission by Norwich City Council. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/180313/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norwich_Bishop_reveals_a_decade_of_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/180313/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norwich_Bishop_reveals_a_decade_of_hope.aspx Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010 AUDIO: As the Bishop of Norwich celebrates ten years in the Diocese, he spoke exclusively to Network Norfolk giving his views on the past ten years for the church in Norfolk, the challenges and successes and also his hopes for the future. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/179887/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/YMCA_Norfolk_sleep_out_raises_homeless_issue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/179887/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/YMCA_Norfolk_sleep_out_raises_homeless_issue.aspx Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: Over 20 people slept in cardboard boxes outside the YMCA in Norwich last night (January 30), despite freezing temperatures and snow on the ground, to draw attention to the problem of homelessness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/176386/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Trio_of_Norfolk_community_initiatives_launched.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/176386/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Trio_of_Norfolk_community_initiatives_launched.aspx Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: Three new Christian community initiatives were officially launched in Norwich on January 20 with the backing of Transforming Norwich. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/178743/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_churchs_bid_to_fund_300_drinking.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/178743/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_churchs_bid_to_fund_300_drinking.aspx Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: A campaign to provide 300 drinking wells in Cambodia has been launched by a Norwich church and it is appealing for other congregations to join them. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/177991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/YMCA_Sleep_Easy_to_take_place_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/177991/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/YMCA_Sleep_Easy_to_take_place_in.aspx Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: Armed with sleeping bags, warm clothes and hot drinks, staff, supporters and friends from YMCA Norfolk will be sleeping out under the stars all night on Saturday January 30 to raise awareness of homelessness. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/177030/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norfolk_team_complete_decade_of_India_missions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/177030/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/Norfolk_team_complete_decade_of_India_missions.aspx Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: Five Norfolk Christians from several different churches are part of a team of seven, heading for a mission in South India in January, completing a decade of such trips By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/176508/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/New_worker_is_a_first_for_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/176508/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2010_News_archive/New_worker_is_a_first_for_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT 2010: The Mothers’ Union Norwich Diocese has appointed its first Project Development Worker. Barbara Bryant will work with the 63 Mothers’ Union branches across the Diocese, to build upon the existing project work and to enable to new initiatives. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/176120/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Queen_honours_Norwich_church_duo_with_MBEs.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/176120/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Queen_honours_Norwich_church_duo_with_MBEs.aspx Thu, 31 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Two different members of the same Norwich church have both been awarded MBEs in the Queen’s New Year’s honours list, announced today. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/176071/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Open_Christmases_feed_hundreds_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/176071/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Open_Christmases_feed_hundreds_in_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 30 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Hundreds of Norfolk people, who would otherwise have been spending Christmas alone, packed into Open Christmas events in Norwich and Great Yarmouth, thanks to dedicated volunteers. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175921/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Bishops_Christmas_message_of_joy_and_comfort.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175921/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Bishops_Christmas_message_of_joy_and_comfort.aspx Mon, 28 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham James, talks of joy and sadness associated with Christmas in his annual seasonal message. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Christmas_food_distributed_to_needy_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175913/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Christmas_food_distributed_to_needy_in_Norwich.aspx Sun, 27 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2010: A last minute delivery of food answered the prayers of organisers at a Norwich Christian drop-in centre who fed dozens of needy people with a Christmas feast. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Ex_RAF_man_helps_church_reach_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Ex_RAF_man_helps_church_reach_Norfolk.aspx Sun, 27 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Ashill man and former Royal Air Force technician Mark Clamp has become the East Anglia Regional Director of Christian Vision for Men. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175731/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Christian_website_is_declared_of_UK_significance.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175731/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Christian_website_is_declared_of_UK_significance.aspx Thu, 24 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Network Norwich and Norfolk has been declared a website of significance and relevance to the UK and of long-term research value, by no less than the British Library and has been included in its major UK Web Archive project. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_writer_Rachels_messages_of_hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_writer_Rachels_messages_of_hope.aspx Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: As a Norwich-based writer, oil painter, speaker and poet, Rachel Snell is a gifted communicator who has found a novel way to distribute her poems. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175129/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Back_from_the_dead_after_lethal_jellyfish.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175129/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Back_from_the_dead_after_lethal_jellyfish.aspx Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Ian McCormack was clinically dead for 15 minutes, experiencing both hell and heaven before he came back to life after being stung by five poisonous box jellyfish. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175116/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Ride_of_courage_from_ex_Norwich_biker.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175116/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Ride_of_courage_from_ex_Norwich_biker.aspx Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A broken shoulder, collarbone and ribs were not enough to put off former-Norwich motorcyclist Chris Morley, who made a remarkable come-back from injury this season to win Oulton Park's prestigious allcomers motorcycle race. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175114/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Lisa_was_heroine_of_nursery_machete_attack.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175114/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Lisa_was_heroine_of_nursery_machete_attack.aspx Sat, 19 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Thirteen years ago a horrifying ordeal with a machete-wielding attacker changed the course of Lisa Potts' life. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175128/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_life_behind_bars_shows_the_power.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175128/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/A_life_behind_bars_shows_the_power.aspx Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Chaplain Terry Baxter has spent the last 16 years behind bars at Norwich Prison. As he steps into retirement Terry says he believes that no-one is beyond the power of grace. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175242/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_Christian_speaks_at_UN_climate_summit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175242/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_Christian_speaks_at_UN_climate_summit.aspx Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: One of the youngest speakers at the Copenhagen climate conference has been a 23-year-old student from Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175122/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Father_sold_daughter_on_streets_on_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175122/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Father_sold_daughter_on_streets_on_Norwich.aspx Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Maria Landon's childhood innocence was stolen forever when her father, who was a pimp, forced her to become a prostitute in the Norwich red light district when she was still a schoolgirl, aged 14. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175120/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_Bishops_grief_over_daughters_death.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175120/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_Bishops_grief_over_daughters_death.aspx Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: It was a terrible day – one that the Bishop of Norwich, Graham James and his wife Julie will never be able to forget – a day when their lives changed forever. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175110/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Finding_the_love_of_God_in_unexpected.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175110/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Finding_the_love_of_God_in_unexpected.aspx Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT In a thought for Christmas, Matthew Project director, Julian Bryant, says we can find the love of God in the most unexpected of places. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Shock_as_Norfolk_priest_dies_at_climate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175171/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Shock_as_Norfolk_priest_dies_at_climate.aspx Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Popular Norfolk priest, industrial chaplain, politician and climate campaigner Rev Canon Hereward Cooke died in his sleep on December 15, 2009, while in Copenhagen at the United Nations Climate Conference. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175106/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Christian_flying_doctors_appeal_for_support.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175106/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Christian_flying_doctors_appeal_for_support.aspx Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Two ex-Norwich medics who launched a flying doctors charity, Mercy Flyers based in Zambia, are appealing for supporters to come forward and help them keep their lifeline of hope extended. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175097/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_girls_tale_of_marriage_to_Conmen.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175097/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_girls_tale_of_marriage_to_Conmen.aspx Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Being married to the so-called King of the Conmen, was never going to be easy for Norfolk girl Val Hartman. But her personal courage and an unshakeable faith in God, saw love win through in the end. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Davids_commentary_helps_blind_canaries_fans.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175139/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Davids_commentary_helps_blind_canaries_fans.aspx Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Norwich Christian Football League referee David Davenport spends most Norwich City home games commentating on the latest fortunes of the team for blind supporters. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175092/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/New_Norwich_group_offers_help_to_young.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175092/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/New_Norwich_group_offers_help_to_young.aspx Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A long-held vision to help young, struggling mums and pregnant mums was officially launched at Norwich’s Forum on Saturday December 12 by founder and grandmother Janet Brenkley. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175046/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Pop_star_Paul_draws_big_Norwich_crowd.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/175046/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Pop_star_Paul_draws_big_Norwich_crowd.aspx Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Paul Jones, former lead singer with Manfred Mann, and his wife, actress Fiona Hendley, were in great form for their latest visit to Norwich. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/172702/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_09.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/172702/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_09.aspx Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT The real Good News behind Christmas will be popping through 55,000 letterboxes across greater Norwich and Norfolk over the next two weeks. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/173481/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norfolk_Sisters_life_was_an_inspiration_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/173481/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norfolk_Sisters_life_was_an_inspiration_to.aspx Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT When a nun writes an autobiography, you do not expect it to be called ‘The Men in My Life’. Then again, not many nuns are sent to prison by their Reverend Mother just after they have entered the Convent. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/172461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_student_joins_UN_climate_delegation.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/172461/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_student_joins_UN_climate_delegation.aspx Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: The government of Burkina Faso has selected a Christian student at the University of East Anglia for its delegation to the United Nations climate conference at Copenhagen. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/172402/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_leads_UK_in_shoebox_aid.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/172402/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_leads_UK_in_shoebox_aid.aspx Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A Norwich church has become the biggest collection point in the UK for Christmas shoeboxes sent to Eastern Europe as part of Link Romania family shoebox appeal. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/172164/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Arson_hit_church_football_team_rises_from.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/172164/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Arson_hit_church_football_team_rises_from.aspx Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A Norwich church football team has risen from the ashes of a devastating arson attack in June when it lost all its equipment, to now form a new club with three teams all playing in the local Christian Football League. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/172152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_ex_bishop_who_spent_11_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/172152/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_ex_bishop_who_spent_11_years.aspx Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A Norwich-based former Bishop, who spent 11 years in prison, as well as a spell in the Army in a tank regiment, has decided to finally hang up his dog collar. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/171104/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_Cathedral_unveils_education_centre.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/171104/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_Cathedral_unveils_education_centre.aspx Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Norwich Cathedral unveiled its new multi-million pound Hostry on November 10, the largest building project at the church in 900 years. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/171097/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Punishment_treatment_and_the_hope_for_change.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/171097/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Punishment_treatment_and_the_hope_for_change.aspx Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk Quaker magistrate and social psychologist John Myhill writes about the concept of punishment ahead of Prisons Week 2009 By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/169536/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norwich_Christian_homeless_project_relaunches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/169536/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Norwich_Christian_homeless_project_relaunches.aspx Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT A Christian project to help ex-prisoners and homeless men in Norwich has fought back from the brink of closure to relaunch itself and is now looking to employ two new projects workers. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/169566/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolk_leads_the_way_on_climate_change.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/169566/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolk_leads_the_way_on_climate_change.aspx Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Christian Aid and other charities are offering opportunities across the county to prepare for December's international conference on climate change in Copenhagen. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/169657/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_flood_in_for_Norfolk_Methodist_minister.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/169657/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_flood_in_for_Norfolk_Methodist_minister.aspx Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT Tributes have been flooding in for West Norfolk Methodist minister Rev Neil Harper who has died suddenly at the age of 43. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/168713/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_house_of_God_rocks_to_sound.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/168713/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_house_of_God_rocks_to_sound.aspx Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Norwich Cathedral literally rocked and shook to the sound of popular Christian rock group thebandwithnoname as 600 jumping and dancing fans packed into the church. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/169153/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Minister_helps_open_new_Norwich_youth_venue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/169153/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Minister_helps_open_new_Norwich_youth_venue.aspx Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A new youth venue for young people in Norwich, funded by a Christian entrepreneur, has received the backing of a government minister as it was officially opened on Tuesday By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/168627/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Norwich_Good_News_travels_as_far_as.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/168627/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Norwich_Good_News_travels_as_far_as.aspx Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT Good News not only travels fast but also travels far. This has been borne out with some of the recent editions of Good News for Norwich and Norfolk that have been delivered to the premises of Wroxham Road Methodist Church. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/168208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_communion_of_saints_celebrate_jubilee.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/168208/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_communion_of_saints_celebrate_jubilee.aspx Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A Norwich church has celebrated its golden jubilee in style and is building a new church hall as a sign of its future vision. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/168102/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Colin_gets_church_life_honour_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/168102/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Colin_gets_church_life_honour_in_Norwich.aspx Mon, 19 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT 2009: Colin Websdell, Churchwarden in the Parish of Earlham, has been awarded life membership of the Church of England Guild of Vergers in a special ceremony at St George's, Tombland in Norwich. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/168045/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Technology_helps_Christian_charity_reach_out.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/168045/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Technology_helps_Christian_charity_reach_out.aspx Sun, 18 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Christian charity for the blind and partially sighted celebrated their golden anniversary in Norwich with an event which helped highlight how to make our churches and websites more accessible. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/167923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/All_Saints_Centre_celebrates_30_years_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/167923/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/All_Saints_Centre_celebrates_30_years_in.aspx Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A multi-purpose Christian centre in Norwich , is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year and as part of that celebration is having a party on Friday October 23, from 4pm - 7pm. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/167660/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/My_peace_I_leave_with_you_love.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/167660/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/My_peace_I_leave_with_you_love.aspx Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT Responding to the case against a Christian pacifism made by Network Norfolk columnist James Knight, magistrate and Quaker John Myhill argues that loves conquers all. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/166912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_Filipinos_rally_to_rescue_flood_victims.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/166912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_Filipinos_rally_to_rescue_flood_victims.aspx Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Filipinos in a Norwich church, and nurses at the N and N, are uniting to help family and friends caught in the devastating floods in Manila. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/166911/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Expanding_Norwich_church_finds_a_bigger_home.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/166911/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Expanding_Norwich_church_finds_a_bigger_home.aspx Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Gateway Vineyard church in Norwich is celebrating its fourth birthday by moving home to a larger premises to accommodate a growing congregation. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/165661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Every_person_in_Norfolk_is_in_worlds.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/165661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Every_person_in_Norfolk_is_in_worlds.aspx Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT John Drake, former chief executive of YMCA Norfolk, gives a harvest message which should bring us all back down to earth. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/166691/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolk_churches_take_action_on_climate_change.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/166691/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolk_churches_take_action_on_climate_change.aspx Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Churches across Norfolk are taking the challenge of climate change increasingly seriously and one local clergyman is cycling from Norfolk to Denmark to prove the point. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/165494/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_family_on_the_road_blazing_Gospel.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/165494/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_family_on_the_road_blazing_Gospel.aspx Tue, 29 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT 2009: When the Brights hit the tarmac on two wheels it is often a family affair. Greg, with wife Julie and their two young boys, blaze a gospel trail as members of the Norwich Christian Motorcyclists' Association. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/165179/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_Friends_International_marks_10_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/165179/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_Friends_International_marks_10_years.aspx Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Norwich branch of national Christian charity Friends International is celebrating its 10th anniversary as well as welcoming scores more international students to the city, many at the UEA. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/165382/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/New_Diocese_of_Norwich_chief_executive_named.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/165382/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/New_Diocese_of_Norwich_chief_executive_named.aspx Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: The next Chief Executive of the Diocese of Norwich will be Richard Butler currently chief executive of disability mobility charity Mobilise. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/164540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_09.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/164540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_09.aspx Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT Good News for Norwich and Norfolk, the popular Christian newspaper, has launched its Harvest ’09 e-edition, the first to cover the county as well as the city. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/164169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Numbers_of_Norwich_rough_sleepers_increases.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/164169/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Numbers_of_Norwich_rough_sleepers_increases.aspx Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Norwich has almost as many homeless rough sleepers on its streets as Manchester or Liverpool according to the latest official government statistics, but YMCA Norfolk has sounded a note of caution about the figures. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/164008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_launches_new_youth_group.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/164008/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_launches_new_youth_group.aspx Sun, 13 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich church gets ready to start its first academic year running a Rock Solid youth group with the support of Norwich Youth for Christ. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/162727/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_chaplain_moves_after_18_years_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/162727/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_chaplain_moves_after_18_years_in.aspx Fri, 28 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT 2009: After more than 18 years “in the nick”, the last of these as Chaplain at HMP Norwich, the Rev Judith Wilson said goodbye to many friends at a party on a Broads river boat. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/162590/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/New_Norwich_MP_backs_work_of_YMCA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/162590/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/New_Norwich_MP_backs_work_of_YMCA.aspx Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: New Norwich North Conservative MP, Chloe Smith, has been on a fact-finding visit to YMCA Norfolk to meet senior staff and residents and has agreed to back the Christian charity in its work by becoming a patron. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/162284/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Summer_of_murals_and_drama_for_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/162284/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Summer_of_murals_and_drama_for_Norwich.aspx Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A group of Norwich youngsters have been having such a good time over the summer, that they have spent the whole six weeks at their school – the Open Academy at Heartsease. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/161850/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Book_tells_shocking_story_of_young_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/161850/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Book_tells_shocking_story_of_young_Norwich.aspx Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT 2009: Norwich best-selling author Maria Landon has released her second book which continues the shocking story of a young girl forced into prostitution on the streets of Norwich by her own father, and her painful journey to escape her horrific childhood. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/161776/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_alcohol_free_nightclub_is_a_UK.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/161776/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_alcohol_free_nightclub_is_a_UK.aspx Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: The UK’s very first under 18s alcohol-free nightclub is set to be launched in the Open Venue in Norwich city centre at the end of August, six years after the vision for it was first drawn up by Christian entrepreneur Graham Dacre. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/160960/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Bolivia_mission_family_back_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/160960/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Bolivia_mission_family_back_in_Norwich.aspx Sat, 08 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Norwich missionary couple Simon and Melssa Snell have returned from their 18 month placement in Bolivia. They bade some tearful farewells and have big decisions to make about the future. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/160836/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/_12m_youth_venue_set_to_open.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/160836/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/_12m_youth_venue_set_to_open.aspx Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009 AUDIO: The pioneering, state-of-the-art 12m Open Youth Venue in Norwich, is set to open its doors to young people in August, the result of six years of planning, dreaming and building by Graham and Russ Dacre and the Open Youth Trust. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/160809/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/7_000_youngsters_celebrate_their_faith_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/160809/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/7_000_youngsters_celebrate_their_faith_at.aspx Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: VIDEO: While one new young people’s camp this summer is keen to remove God from the proceedings, another that has been held in Norfolk all this week has God unashamedly at the heart of proceedings By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/160705/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_MP_joins_young_Christians_in_clean.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/160705/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_MP_joins_young_Christians_in_clean.aspx Wed, 05 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Chloe Smith, Conservative MP for Norwich North and Britain’s newest and youngest MP, picked up a paintbrush on Monday and joined hundreds of young Christians in the Mile Cross neighbourhood of Norwich. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/159969/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Hundreds_mourn_at_triple_Norwich_funeral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/159969/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Hundreds_mourn_at_triple_Norwich_funeral.aspx Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT As hundreds of mourners looked on, children came forward to lay flowers on the coffins of three Christian men at a triple funeral in Norwich today. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/158860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Christian_event_set_to_get_3000_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/158860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Christian_event_set_to_get_3000_on.aspx Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: This summer will see between 2000–3000 Christian youngsters from all over the UK converge on the streets of Norwich and Norfolk for a week of community-based social action projects. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/159986/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Tim_takes_over_as_new_YMCA_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/159986/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Tim_takes_over_as_new_YMCA_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 28 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT 2009: He has helped homeless people in the most deprived parts of London and set up a church which has attracted hundreds of young people, and now Tim Sweeting is turning his hand to helping vulnerable youngsters in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/159498/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_Bishop_backs_swine_flu_wine_caution.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/159498/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_Bishop_backs_swine_flu_wine_caution.aspx Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: The Bishop of Norwich has reluctantly backed calls to suspend the sharing of the Holy Communion wine chalice during church services because of fears about the current spread of swine flu, but urged Anglican clergy not to add to public anxiety. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/159304/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Ex_Norwich_City_star_set_to_become.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/159304/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Ex_Norwich_City_star_set_to_become.aspx Tue, 21 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT 2009: A former Norwich City, Manchester United and Northern Ireland football star is reportedly swapping his football kit for a cassock. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/159179/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/John_honoured_for_30_years_at_YMCA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/159179/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/John_honoured_for_30_years_at_YMCA.aspx Mon, 20 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT 2009: YMCA Norfolk Chief Executive, John Drake, who is handing over the reins to his successor Tim Sweeting, has been hailed by civic leaders for his great contribution to the Christian organization over the last 30 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/158590/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_church_minister_takes_to_the_high.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/158590/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_church_minister_takes_to_the_high.aspx Tue, 14 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT 2009: A Norwich church minister, who is registered as blind, has today taken to the high seas aboard a Tall Ship with both his father and his son for a voyage around Northern Europe. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/158045/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Growing_Norwich_church_to_celebrate_50_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/158045/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Growing_Norwich_church_to_celebrate_50_years.aspx Sat, 11 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A growing Norwich church, which is in the middle of building a 250-seat hall, at a cost of 700k, is also celebrating its 50th anniversary with a weekend of events in September. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/157973/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_website_named_as_best_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/157973/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Norfolk_Christian_website_named_as_best_in.aspx Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT Network Norwich and Norfolk was today named the best regional church website in the UK in a prestigious new national web competition organized by Christian Aid and The Church Times. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/157327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Church_tent_provides_for_children_at_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/157327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Church_tent_provides_for_children_at_Norfolk.aspx Sat, 04 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: The church tent greeted thousands of visitors to its stand at the Royal Norfolk Show. This year was geared towards children with fun activities on offer including a speed stacking challenge, messy play and ideas for creative worship By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/157333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Arson_hit_Norwich_vicars_message_of_peace.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/157333/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Arson_hit_Norwich_vicars_message_of_peace.aspx Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A Norwich vicar whose church was destroyed by German bombs 67 years ago and whose church hall was attacked by arsonists two years ago has committed himself to preaching a message of peace and pacifism. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/157142/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Christian_dance_project_takes_off_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/157142/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Christian_dance_project_takes_off_in_Norwich.aspx Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A Norwich project has enjoyed success in its first year by using dance to teach Christianity in a socially relevant way. The group is due to perform in the Lord Mayor's Procession and at the bandwithnoname gig. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/157094/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Queen_approves_appointment_of_new_Norfolk_Bishop.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/157094/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Queen_approves_appointment_of_new_Norfolk_Bishop.aspx Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: AUDIO: Her Majesty the Queen has approved the appointment of the Reverend Canon Dr Alan Winton, from the Diocese of St Albans, as Suffragan Bishop of Thetford in the Diocese of Norwich. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/156375/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Prince_gives_royal_approval_to_Norwich_YMCA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/156375/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Prince_gives_royal_approval_to_Norwich_YMCA.aspx Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: HRH the Duke of Edinburgh gave the royal seal of approval to the 2.9m Norwich Central YMCA redevelopment when he visited the accommodation facility on Wednesday June 24. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/155999/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolk_bishop_praises_work_of_night_shelters.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/155999/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolk_bishop_praises_work_of_night_shelters.aspx Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A Norfolk bishop has praised the work of church night shelters which saved more than 1,400 people from sleeping rough in London last winter alone. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/155284/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_is_gateway_of_prayer_and_revival.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/155284/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_is_gateway_of_prayer_and_revival.aspx Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: An internationally-known African church pastor who helped to transform his country and lead the fight against Aids, has spoken in Norwich of his belief that the city and UK will help lead a move of God based on prayer and personal holiness. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/155281/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_is_committed_to_returning_home.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/155281/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_is_committed_to_returning_home.aspx Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A large Norwich church, which was forced from its home by a devastating fire three years ago, has restated its commitment to returning to its roots on the city’s Heartsease estate despite having its latest planning application turned down. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/154285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Transforming_Norwich_breaks_down_barriers.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/154285/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Transforming_Norwich_breaks_down_barriers.aspx Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Transforming Norwich aims to break down the barriers between churches and help them on the ground with whatever they are doing, chairman Rev Nicholas Vesey told its AGM, held at St Peter Mancroft's Octagan on June 11. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/155101/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Arson_blaze_destroys_part_of_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/155101/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Arson_blaze_destroys_part_of_Norfolk_church.aspx Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: AUDIO REPORT: A fire, believed to have been started by arsonists, ripped through a 197-year-old listed South Norfolk church last night causing considerable damage. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/154906/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Bishop_issues_social_action_challenge_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/154906/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Bishop_issues_social_action_challenge_in_Norwich.aspx Sat, 13 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: AUDIO REPORT: Norwich churches and Christian organisations have been challenged by Bishop Stephen Lowe to grasp the opportunities which the economic crisis will present to help provide vital welfare services. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/154141/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_to_also_cover.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/154141/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_to_also_cover.aspx Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT Tabloid ecumenical Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich will be rebranded as Good News for Norwich and Norfolk from its next edition in September with a new look and exoanded circulation area. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/152714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Mission_England_celebration_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/152714/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Mission_England_celebration_in_Norwich.aspx Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: VIDEO REPORT: Several hundred people have celebrated the 25th anniversary of American evangelist Dr Billy Graham preaching to over 63,000 people over four nights at Carrow Road football stadium in Norwich back in 1984 as part of Mission England. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/153810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_Bishop_enters_debate_on_MPs_expenses.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/153810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_Bishop_enters_debate_on_MPs_expenses.aspx Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: The Bishop of Norwich has entered the debate into MPs’ expenses, during an election week, saying it has shocked an unshockable society and prompted a bout of self-righteousness, but we need to take care in our reaction. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/153729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Mission_England_legacy_in_Norfolk_25_years.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/153729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Mission_England_legacy_in_Norfolk_25_years.aspx Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Some 25 years after evangelist Dr Billy Graham visited Norwich during Mission England, the question is: “Did the crusade change the region's spiritual climate and Christian community and what are the lasting legacies today? By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/153566/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolk_joins_largest_ever_global_wave_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/153566/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolk_joins_largest_ever_global_wave_of.aspx Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: VIDEO REPORT: Hundreds of Christians from dozens of churches across Norfolk joined the world’s largest-ever prayer meeting on Sunday May 31 as part of the Global Day of Prayer. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/153147/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/John_brings_a_message_of_revival_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/153147/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/John_brings_a_message_of_revival_to.aspx Wed, 27 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Pastor John Mulinde, an internationally-known speaker on Christian revival, will speak at a one-day Saturday conference in Norwich on June 13, at Earlham Christian Centre. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/152711/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Anglian_bishops_warn_of_risks_of_voting.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/152711/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Anglian_bishops_warn_of_risks_of_voting.aspx Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Church leaders across Norfolk have warned that voting for the British National Party could put the well-being of communities at risk. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/152389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_football_team_hit_by_arson.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/152389/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_football_team_hit_by_arson.aspx Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A Norwich church’s football team has lost all its equipment, worth over 700, in an arson attack which completely gutted a community centre on the Heartsease estate in Norwich, but they have vowed to rise from the ashes. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/152464/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/YMCA_Norfolk_honours_250_years_of_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/152464/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/YMCA_Norfolk_honours_250_years_of_service.aspx Wed, 20 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT 2009: Over 250 years of service by staff at YMCA Norfolk was recognised in a special ceremony at Norfolk County Hall last night (May 20). http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/152577/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolk_free_furniture_project_comes_to_end.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/152577/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolk_free_furniture_project_comes_to_end.aspx Tue, 19 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: After three years of distributing hundreds of sofas, beds, chairs and other bits of household equipment free to needy families across the county, the YMCA Norfolk furniture warehouse project has come to an end. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/151704/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Winkies_unity_challenge_to_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/151704/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Winkies_unity_challenge_to_Norfolk_churches.aspx Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Church leaders across Norwich and Norfolk have been challenged with a message of unity from youth communicator, Christian apologist, evangelist and writer Winkie Pratney while he was in the city this week. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/149886/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Did_Billy_Graham_crusade_change_Norfolk_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/149886/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Did_Billy_Graham_crusade_change_Norfolk_church.aspx Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Some 25 years after evangelist Dr Billy Graham visited Norwich as part of the Mission England crusade, the question is: “Did Mission England change the region's spiritual climate and Christian community and what are the lasting legacies today?" By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/150176/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Two_Norfolk_churches_celebrate_new_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/150176/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Two_Norfolk_churches_celebrate_new_life.aspx Wed, 29 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Two historic Norfolk churches are celebrating after re-opening following successful community efforts to breathe new life into them. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/149524/Website_launches_new_classified_ads_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/149524/Website_launches_new_classified_ads_service.aspx Fri, 24 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT Christian website Network Norwich and Norfolk has launched a new classified ads directory. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/149016/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_man_launches_church_feedback_toolkit.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/149016/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_man_launches_church_feedback_toolkit.aspx Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Norwich Christian entrepreneur Martin Kentish has launched a new system to make it easier and faster for leaders to gather meaningful insight on any aspect of the church experience. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/148777/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/City_church_starts_building_new_250_seat.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/148777/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/City_church_starts_building_new_250_seat.aspx Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Work has started on a new 250-seat church hall for Witard Road Baptist Church in Thorpe St Andrew, Norwich, to allow the growing fellowship to expand its activities and services. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/148781/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Growing_Norwich_church_looks_for_venue_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/148781/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Growing_Norwich_church_looks_for_venue_for.aspx Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A Norwich church is growing so fast that it currently holds three Sunday services and is looking for a new building to seat 500 people and then to build a convention centre to seat up to 2,000. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/148671/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Hundreds_join_Good_Friday_marches_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/148671/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Hundreds_join_Good_Friday_marches_in_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Hundreds of Christians across Norfolk joined in walks of witness behind wooden crosses on Good Friday in a show of faith and to highlight the real meaning of Easter. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/148371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Christian_racer_bids_for_race_track_victory.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/148371/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Christian_racer_bids_for_race_track_victory.aspx Fri, 10 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT 2009: Top Christian motorcyclist, Chris Morley, who grew up in Norwich, will be looking for victory on the race track this Easter when he when he puts his faith to the test. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/148272/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Church_minister_Paul_is_on_a_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/148272/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Church_minister_Paul_is_on_a_mission.aspx Fri, 10 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT 2009: Church minister Paul Harvey is a rally car driver on the fast track of faith in East Anglia and beyond. It takes him on the knife edge of danger at speeds of up to 120 mph in all weathers. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/148362/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Silent_walk_through_Norwich_speaks_volumes.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/148362/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Silent_walk_through_Norwich_speaks_volumes.aspx Fri, 10 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: As 200 Christians completed a silent Walk of Witness through Norwich on Good Friday, through crowds of shoppers, the only sound was that of nails being hammered into a wooden cross in front of the Forum. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/148301/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_missionary_fulfils_63_year_Nepal_dream.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/148301/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_missionary_fulfils_63_year_Nepal_dream.aspx Thu, 09 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Terence Gallant is on the verge of realising a 63-year-old dream to share his Christian faith in Nepal, after he first stood on the border but was unable to enter because of his beliefs as a soldier back in 1946. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/148198/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_attracts_23_different_nations.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/148198/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_attracts_23_different_nations.aspx Wed, 08 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: People from at least different 23 nations are now attending a growing family church on the western fringes of Norwich. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/YMCA_Norfolk_names_new_chief_executive.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147947/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/YMCA_Norfolk_names_new_chief_executive.aspx Tue, 07 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: YMCA Norfolk has announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer to take over from John Drake who is stepping down after completing 30 years of distinguished service in July. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147812/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_missionarys_new_outreach_concept.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147812/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_missionarys_new_outreach_concept.aspx Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Norwich missionary Jim Harries has been back to visit his sending church to introduce a new concept of mission which involves using only local resources and languages. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147978/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Financial_team_aims_to_help_Norfolk_Christians.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147978/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Financial_team_aims_to_help_Norfolk_Christians.aspx Sun, 05 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT 2009: A new wealth management and financial solutions company has been launched in Norfolk specifically to look after the financial needs of the Christian community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Church_plans_return_to_site_of_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147683/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Church_plans_return_to_site_of_Norwich.aspx Sat, 04 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT A temporary church could soon be built on the site of the former Mount Zion Family Life Centre in Norwich which was destroyed by fire three years ago. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147681/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/John_brought_cheer_to_thousands_of_children.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147681/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/John_brought_cheer_to_thousands_of_children.aspx Sat, 04 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT Thousands of children in eastern European countries enjoyed some Christmas cheer thanks to a long-serving Norfolk churchwarden, John Barber, who has died aged 64. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Website_awards_open_to_Norfolk_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147718/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Website_awards_open_to_Norfolk_churches.aspx Fri, 03 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Does your church have a good website? Why not enter the Church Website of the Year Awards 2009 which recognise the best local websites, best blog, youth website and most innovative site. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147501/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/25_years_since_Billy_Graham_graced_Carrow.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147501/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/25_years_since_Billy_Graham_graced_Carrow.aspx Thu, 02 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Exactly 25 years ago in June, American evangelist Dr Billy Graham graced the hallowed turf of Carrow Road in Norwich drawing over 63,000 people to hear him proclaim the Christian gospel. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_celebrates_year_of_growth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147125/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_church_celebrates_year_of_growth.aspx Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Meadow Way Chapel is celebrating a year of holding its two Sunday morning services at Hellesdon Community Centre because it has outgrown its original purpose-built premises. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147124/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolk_church_secures_people_investment_award.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/147124/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolk_church_secures_people_investment_award.aspx Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: The Diocese of Norwich has become only the second in the whole country to be awarded the prestigious Investors in People standard. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/146815/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_09.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/146815/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_09.aspx Thu, 26 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT Good News for Norwich, the popular Christian newspaper for Norwich, has launched its Easter ’09 e-edition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/146863/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolks_churches_could_open_up_for_public.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/146863/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolks_churches_could_open_up_for_public.aspx Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Norfolk's vast network of ancient churches could be opened up and used for services from health surgeries to elderly day care centres to post offices under new government plans. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/146607/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Minister_meets_with_Norwich_Christian_charities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/146607/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Minister_meets_with_Norwich_Christian_charities.aspx Tue, 24 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Representatives of Norwich Christian social action charities have met with government minister Sadiq Khan MP to talk with him about engaging faith communities in the delivery of public services. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/146095/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolk_flying_doctors_in_new_bid_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/146095/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolk_flying_doctors_in_new_bid_for.aspx Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Former Norfolk doctors, Craig and Rae Oranmore-Brown, are climbing new mountains in their dream to establish a Christian flying doctors service in isolated rural areas of Zambia and are also appealing for funds for a new aircraft. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/146056/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Church_helps_Norwich_man_find_long_lost.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/146056/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Church_helps_Norwich_man_find_long_lost.aspx Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A Norwich man has been reunited with his long-lost brother after 50 years apart thanks to the intervention of a local Salvation Army church and the charity’s Family Tracing Service. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/145729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Esther_a_life_of_service.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/145729/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Esther_a_life_of_service.aspx Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to Esther Smith, a “truly remarkable lady” and lifelong faithful soldier of the Salvation Army, who saw years of frontline action in the war, has died at the age of 97. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/145702/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Thinking_that_goes_outside_of_the_box.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/145702/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Thinking_that_goes_outside_of_the_box.aspx Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT A large number of scientists and philosophers are currently writing about consciousness, in ways that attempt to undermine religious experience. Norwich Christian magistrate and Quaker John Myhill joins the debate. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/145661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Jan_makes_history_in_Norwich_Diocese.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/145661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Jan_makes_history_in_Norwich_Diocese.aspx Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Norwich's first ever female archdeacon was installed during a ceremony in front of hundreds at the city's Anglican cathedral on Sunday (March 15). By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/144893/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolk_churches_attract_more_young_people.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/144893/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norfolk_churches_attract_more_young_people.aspx Thu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Norfolk’s Anglican churches are bucking the national trend with a large rise in the number of under-16s attending church according to a new report. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/145235/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_tightens_up_on_forums_posts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/145235/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Network_Norfolk_tightens_up_on_forums_posts.aspx Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT Christian website Network Norwich and Norfolk has decided to tighten up on both the content of its popular forum posts facility and who is allowed to post. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/145230/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_event_joins_in_Global_Day_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/145230/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_event_joins_in_Global_Day_of.aspx Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Norwich and Norfolk will be participating in the fifth Global Day of Prayer on Pentecost Sunday, May 31, with a service of repentance and prayer in Norwich Cathedral at 6.30pm. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/143250/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Baptist_president_and_Dereham_magistrate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/143250/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Baptist_president_and_Dereham_magistrate.aspx Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT Ivan Stroulger, a magistrate on the Dereham bench and a committed Christian, who served as secretary at Dereham Baptist Church for 28 years, has died at the age of 92. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/142749/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_Christian_bookshop_appeals_for_storage_help.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/142749/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_Christian_bookshop_appeals_for_storage_help.aspx Thu, 26 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A successful Norwich Christian bookshop which aims to get Christian books into the hands of patients and visitors at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is urgently appealing for storage space and for more volunteers. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/141832/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwichs_Melissa_aims_to_harvest_the_desert.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/141832/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwichs_Melissa_aims_to_harvest_the_desert.aspx Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A student at the University of East Anglia has won a European Union grant of up to 60,000 to help her home country, Burkina Faso. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/141904/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_worker_finds_needy_orphans_in_Mozambique.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/141904/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_worker_finds_needy_orphans_in_Mozambique.aspx Sun, 22 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Norwich Christian care worker Victor Gillon from New Hope Christian Centre has been overwhelmed by the desperate needs of HIV/Aids orphans in Mozambique where he is spending six months working. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/141787/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norwich_Christian_friends_devoted_in_life_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/141787/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norwich_Christian_friends_devoted_in_life_and.aspx Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT In a touching story of devoted Christian love and care, two Norwich women, one of whom was a Methodist local preacher, died within 24 hours of each other, after sharing a home for the past 50 years. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/141779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_churches_engage_with_city_council_team.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/141779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_churches_engage_with_city_council_team.aspx Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Norwich City Council’s new Community Engagement Team have met with representatives of Norwich churches at the latest Transforming Norwich Dialogue group meeting in the City Hall Council Chamber on February 16. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/141041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Bishop_of_Norwich_takes_a_stand_on.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/141041/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Bishop_of_Norwich_takes_a_stand_on.aspx Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A strong supporter of allowing female bishops within the Church of England, the Bishop of Norwich told the Synod why in conscience he felt he had to vote against the legislation to take it forward as it now stands. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/140464/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_Diocese_pledges_300k_to_mission.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/140464/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Norwich_Diocese_pledges_300k_to_mission.aspx Sat, 07 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: The Diocese of Norwich has named some of the first projects to benefit from grant aid of 300,000 through its five-year Committed to Growth initiative. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/140218/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Church_going_is_on_the_increase_says.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/140218/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2009_News_archive/Church_going_is_on_the_increase_says.aspx Thu, 05 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Churchgoing in the UK is not in decline but is actually increasing, according to figures just released by Tearfund which show that one in four adults in the UK attend church at least once a year. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/139370/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_bishop_who_won_hearts_is_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/139370/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norfolk_bishop_who_won_hearts_is_to.aspx Wed, 28 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A Norfolk bishop who "won the hearts of many people" is to retire after eight years' work in the Norwich Diocese. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/139258/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Revealing_the_secrets_behind_church_growth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/139258/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Revealing_the_secrets_behind_church_growth.aspx Wed, 28 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT What is the secret behind some churches growing rapidly while others remain static or die out? Growth consultant Martin Kentish, from Norwich, reveals the surprising results of his research. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/138887/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Get_a_taste_of_Christian_music_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/138887/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Get_a_taste_of_Christian_music_and.aspx Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT Oak Grove Chapel, together with Christian band Taste are hosting a music activity week which gives young people the chance to form a band, write a song and record a CD. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/137666/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Controversy_over_No_God_bus_ads_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/137666/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Controversy_over_No_God_bus_ads_in.aspx Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Controversial adverts proclaiming “There's probably no God” have started running on buses in Norwich, backed by the British Humanist Society, and have met with a mixed reaction from the city’s Christian community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/137075/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Norfolk_church_appoints_first_pastor_in_120.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/137075/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Norfolk_church_appoints_first_pastor_in_120.aspx Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: A rural evangelical chapel in Norfolk is bucking the trend of declining church attendances by appointing its first full-time pastor, 120 years after it was established. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/135847/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Army_chief_says_God_saved_his_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/135847/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Army_chief_says_God_saved_his_life.aspx Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: The Norfolk-based head of the British Army, General Sir Richard Dannatt, who says soldiers need to be spiritually prepared for death, believes God saved his own life four times. By Andrew Halloway http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/136083/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/New_Central_Norwich_YMCA_opens_its_doors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/136083/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/New_Central_Norwich_YMCA_opens_its_doors.aspx Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: The new 2.9 million Central Norwich YMCA opened its doors to residents for the first time on January 5. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/135817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_workers_mission_to_help_Aids_orphans.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/135817/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Norwich_News_to_2010/Norwich_workers_mission_to_help_Aids_orphans.aspx Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT 2009: Norwich Christian care worker Victor Gillon is giving up six months of his life to work with HIV/Aids orphans in Mozambique in February. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/135394/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Bishop_of_Norwich_gives_Christmas_message.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/135394/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Bishop_of_Norwich_gives_Christmas_message.aspx Wed, 24 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT God places his trust in very ordinary people to deliver the Christmas message writes the Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Rev Graham James. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/135229/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_best_and_the_worst_in_human.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/135229/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_best_and_the_worst_in_human.aspx Mon, 22 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT Canon Mair Talbot, manager of Norwich's Magdalene Project takes a look at the real meaning of Christmas and The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/135228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Life_of_adventure_for_Norwichs_Gary_Moore.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/135228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Life_of_adventure_for_Norwichs_Gary_Moore.aspx Mon, 22 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT 2008: Gary Moore, Norwich taxi-driver and YMCA Norfolk furniture project worker, has always had a sense of adventure. At the age of 8 he ran away from home, heading for Africa. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/134655/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_couples_miracle_baby_born_in_NZ.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/134655/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_couples_miracle_baby_born_in_NZ.aspx Thu, 18 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT 2008: When Norwich couple Adam and Rebecca Griffiths flew to New Zealand for a holiday, their world was turned upside when their tiny baby was born prematurely and 50km from the nearest hospital. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/134652/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Death_crash_a_wake_up_call_for.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/134652/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Death_crash_a_wake_up_call_for.aspx Wed, 17 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT 2008: England international Cyrille Regis told a Norwich audience recently how the death, in a car crash, of his great friend and fellow international Laurie Cunningham, came as a dramatic wake up call. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/134631/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_two_emotions_that_motivate_our_actions.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/134631/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/The_two_emotions_that_motivate_our_actions.aspx Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT Network Norwich guest columnist Norwich Quaker Diana Stephenson ponders on the two primary human emotions: love and fear. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/133974/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Bishop_given_keys_to_new_central_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/133974/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Bishop_given_keys_to_new_central_Norwich.aspx Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT 2008: YMCA Norfolk has received the keys to the new 2.9m Norwich Central YMCA, which will provide accommodation and assessment facilities for 34 young homeless men and, for the first time in Norwich, women. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/133163/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_08.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/133163/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_08.aspx Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT The real Good News behind Christmas will be popping through 70,000 letterboxes across greater Norwich over the next few days. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/133484/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Faith_and_politics_put_on_Norwich_agenda.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/133484/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Faith_and_politics_put_on_Norwich_agenda.aspx Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT Faith leaders from across Norwich and Norfolk have met with government minister Stephen Timms MP and City Council leader Steve Morphew to talk about engaging the faith community and local government. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/133146/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Christian_website_to_cover_whole_of_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/133146/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Christian_website_to_cover_whole_of_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT Pioneering ecumenical Christian website Network Norwich is planning to spread its wings and provide coverage for the whole of Norfolk as well. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/132748/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_couple_help_with_Ugandan_ministry.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/132748/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_couple_help_with_Ugandan_ministry.aspx Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich couple have just returned from three weeks spent working with an expanding Christian ministry in Uganda that had its origins in Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/131894/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_church_and_Christian_charity_hit_by.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/131894/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_church_and_Christian_charity_hit_by.aspx Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich city centre fire has hit both the Salvation Army and Norwich Youth for Christ offices on St Giles Street, but will not affect their ongoing work. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/131542/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_minister_unearths_128_000_legacy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/131542/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_minister_unearths_128_000_legacy.aspx Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT 2008: The sizeable legacy of a quiet Norwich church member will help provide healthcare and a Christian education for hundreds of Indian youngsters thanks to a chance remark and the detective work of a local minister. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/131294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Helen_appointed_to_help_Christian_site_expand.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/131294/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Helen_appointed_to_help_Christian_site_expand.aspx Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT 2008: Network Norwich has appointed a new website officer to help with its proposed development into a site covering the whole of Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/130830/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Norwich_church_creates_community_garden.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/130830/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Norwich_church_creates_community_garden.aspx Wed, 05 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT A piece of unused land at the rear of Mile Cross Methodist Church, Aylsham Road, Norwich, has been transformed into a landscaped community garden. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/129809/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Bishop_of_Norwich_appoints_new_chaplain.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/129809/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Bishop_of_Norwich_appoints_new_chaplain.aspx Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT 2008: The Bishop of Norwich has appointed the Rev Simon Ward as his new Chaplain to take over from Rev Jan McFarlane who has been appointed Archdeacon of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/128903/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/From_postie_to_toastie_for_Norwichs_Bob.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/128903/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/From_postie_to_toastie_for_Norwichs_Bob.aspx Sun, 19 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT 2008: Norwich Royal Mail postie, Bob Lloyd, has now become a professional toastie, after putting down his church worship guitar in favour of a gavel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/128556/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_couples_mission_to_Cape_Town_poor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/128556/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_couples_mission_to_Cape_Town_poor.aspx Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich couple made some dramatic discoveries about how the poor live when they volunteered for a church in South Africa. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/128495/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Norwich_churches_unite_to_help_feed_poor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/128495/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Norwich_churches_unite_to_help_feed_poor.aspx Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT A group of Norwich churches have united to help provide food parcels for poorer families in the south of the city as the credit crunch continues to bite. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/128423/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Reflecting_on_chaos_in_the_world_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/128423/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Reflecting_on_chaos_in_the_world_of.aspx Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT Pastor Tom Chapman of Surrey Chapel in Norwich gives a view on how we might react to the current chaos in the world's financial systems. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/127874/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Putting_love_to_the_test_in_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/127874/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Putting_love_to_the_test_in_a.aspx Tue, 07 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT Pastor Tom Chapman of Surrey Chapel in Norwich gives a very modern take on CS Lewis' Screwtape Letters. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/126806/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_church_father_figure.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/126806/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_church_father_figure.aspx Thu, 02 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT Tributes have been paid to well-known Norwich Christian businessman and father-figure at Norwich Family Life Church, Sam Hollinger, who died on September 22. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/127315/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/View_behind_the_mask_of_radiotherapy.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/127315/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/View_behind_the_mask_of_radiotherapy.aspx Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT Pastor Tom Chapman of Surrey Chapel in Norwich gives a very personal account of his recent battle with a large brain tumour and says that faith in Christ has given him help, hope and perspective. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/126774/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Surprise_as_Norwich_Bible_is_worth_thousands.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/126774/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Surprise_as_Norwich_Bible_is_worth_thousands.aspx Wed, 24 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT 2008: A Norwich churchgoer was stunned when she took her Bible to her place of worship and was told it could be worth several thousand pounds. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/126127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_chief_opens_dialogue_with_churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/126127/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_chief_opens_dialogue_with_churches.aspx Thu, 18 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT 2008: Leaders of churches and faith-based organisations in Norwich opened a dialogue with Norwich City Council Chief Executive Laura McGillivray at City Hall on Monday September 15. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/125955/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_08.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/125955/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_08.aspx Wed, 17 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT Good News for Norwich, the popular Christian newspaper for Norwich, has launched its Harvest ’08 e-edition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/124853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwichs_first_Academy_opens_its_doors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/124853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwichs_first_Academy_opens_its_doors.aspx Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk's first Academy school opened its doors to pupils for the first time yesterday (September 3), with staff promising a more personalised approach on how to work - and look - smarter. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/45213/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Christian_site_named_as_best_in_country.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/45213/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Christian_site_named_as_best_in_country.aspx Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT NetworkNorwich.co.uk has been named as the Best Regional Religious Website in the whole country at the prestigious national church media awards. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/123757/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Plea_for_Christian_compassion_in_law_courts.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/123757/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Plea_for_Christian_compassion_in_law_courts.aspx Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT Adopting the principles of Christian compassion in the Law Courts, is an effective alternative to building more prisons, says Norfolk magistrate John Myhill. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/122541/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_Christian_resource_centre_resurrected.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/122541/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_Christian_resource_centre_resurrected.aspx Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT A thriving city centre Christian resource centre, bookshop and cafe is set to re-open in Norwich under new management within the next few weeks after a successful rescue plan. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/121374/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_Christian_refugee_publishes_e_book.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/121374/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_Christian_refugee_publishes_e_book.aspx Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT A Christian refugee poet and doctor, based in Norwich, has just published his first in a series of free poetry booklets to wake people up to some of the profound questions of life. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/121863/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_Chinese_church_celebrates_decade.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/121863/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_Chinese_church_celebrates_decade.aspx Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk's first Chinese Cantonese Methodist church has celebrated ten years of life with an anniversary service at its home of Wroxham Road church in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/121336/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/New_venue_as_Norfolk_ministers_pray_together.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/121336/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/New_venue_as_Norfolk_ministers_pray_together.aspx Mon, 28 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT 2008: A group of Norfolk church ministers will be meeting together on August 6 to pray for the city and county at a new venue. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/120251/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/An_inspirational_video_My_Redeemer_Lives.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/120251/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/An_inspirational_video_My_Redeemer_Lives.aspx Sun, 13 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT 2008: A truly inspirational video: My Redeemer Lives. Higly recommended, just watch it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/120175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Lambeth_bishops_flock_to_Norwich_Diocese.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/120175/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Lambeth_bishops_flock_to_Norwich_Diocese.aspx Sat, 12 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT Two archbishops and three bishops from across the world, including a female bishop from the USA, visited the Norwich Diocese last weekend (July 12 - 13) as part of the run-up to the Lambeth Conference. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/119988/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Cantonese_and_English_first_in_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/119988/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Cantonese_and_English_first_in_Norwich_church.aspx Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT A church service held simultaneously in both Cantonese and English at a Norwich church is believed to be a first for the county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/119624/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Packed_church_welcomes_new_Norwich_pastor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/119624/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Packed_church_welcomes_new_Norwich_pastor.aspx Fri, 04 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT 2008: A packed church and overflow tent witnessed the induction of a new pastor, who has just retired from the RAF, to South Park Evangelical Church in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/119542/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/First_hand_Norfolk_view_of_Florida_Outpouring.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/119542/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/First_hand_Norfolk_view_of_Florida_Outpouring.aspx Fri, 04 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT Norwich-based Christian intercessor, Jill Gower, reports on her life-changing experience at the Lakeland Florida religious outpouring, led by evangelist Todd Bentley. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/119396/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Hildas_104_years_service_in_Salvation_Army.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/119396/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Hildas_104_years_service_in_Salvation_Army.aspx Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk's oldest person, Hilda Newson, has died after an amazing life spanning 109 years and six months, including 104 years of service with the Salvation Army. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/119370/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Education_and_preaching_were_Maurices_life.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/119370/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Education_and_preaching_were_Maurices_life.aspx Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT Education and preaching were two of the foundation stones of the work of Canon Maurice Burrell, who died suddenly at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, aged 77. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/118300/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/First_ever_female_archdeacon_set_for_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/118300/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/First_ever_female_archdeacon_set_for_Norwich.aspx Thu, 19 Jun 2008 23:00:00 GMT 2008: The Bishop of Norwich has announced the appointment of the first female archdeacon ever to be appointed to the Diocese of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/117642/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Finding_1_8m_of_faith_funding_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/117642/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Finding_1_8m_of_faith_funding_in.aspx Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT 2008: Funding the Kingdom, and sharing God’s resources across new and established Christian projects, was the subject of a one-day conference organised by Transforming Norwich on Saturday June 7. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/117625/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_Christian_bookshop_closes_its_doors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/117625/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_Christian_bookshop_closes_its_doors.aspx Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT Norwich’s SSG Bookshop and Resource Centre (formerly SPCK) will close its doors tomorrow for the foreseeable future, after its owner filed for a form of bankruptcy in the USA and its Norwich staff were dismissed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/117510/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Christian_website_is_among_best_in_East.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/117510/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/About_Us/Christian_website_is_among_best_in_East.aspx Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT Network Norwich website was a shortlisted finalist at the Anglia Region of Communicators in Business (CiB) Communic8 Awards. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/116615/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/John_ends_four_years_as_innovative_leader.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/116615/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/John_ends_four_years_as_innovative_leader.aspx Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT 2008: John Betts has stood down as chairman of Transforming Norwich after four years in which his innovative and refreshing leadership has brought ‘Churches Together in Greater Norwich’ into the 21st Century. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/116423/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norwich_Sister_was_a_powerhouse_of_action.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/116423/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norwich_Sister_was_a_powerhouse_of_action.aspx Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT Sister Francis North, a nun who spent the later years of her life on pastoral duties helping the disadvantaged, marginalised and sex workers of Norwich, has died aged 82. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/112926/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Chris_achieves_record_run_after_heart_attack.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/112926/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Chris_achieves_record_run_after_heart_attack.aspx Wed, 28 May 2008 23:00:00 GMT 2008: Norwich Christian homeless project leader Chris Callaghan has completed a 5km run in a personal best time only months after suffering a heart attack. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/115673/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/NFLC_set_to_rebuild_5m_church_at.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/115673/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/NFLC_set_to_rebuild_5m_church_at.aspx Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Family Life Church (NFLC) is set to return to its Heartsease roots to build a 1000-seater church on the site where the Mount Zion Family Life Centre burnt down two years ago. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/115009/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Church_league_winners_in_seventh_heaven.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/115009/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Church_league_winners_in_seventh_heaven.aspx Thu, 22 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT Witard Road Baptist Church men’s football team were in seventh heaven after beating UEA Wanderers in their final league match to clinch the Norfolk Christian Football League title on Saturday http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/114177/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_pastor_talks_of_battle_against_cancer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/114177/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_pastor_talks_of_battle_against_cancer.aspx Wed, 14 May 2008 23:00:00 GMT 2008: Pastor Tom Chapman of Surrey Chapel in Norwich says that faith in Christ has given him help, hope and a sense of humour through his recent brain cancer diagnosis and treatment. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/113808/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Hat_trick_of_Christian_football_cup_winners.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/113808/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Hat_trick_of_Christian_football_cup_winners.aspx Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT There was a hat-trick of cup finals winners on Saturday (May 10) in the youth league sections of the Norfolk Christian Football League. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/113277/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/NCBC_make_history_with_Bishops_Cup_treble.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/113277/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/NCBC_make_history_with_Bishops_Cup_treble.aspx Thu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Central Baptist Church created Norfolk Christian Football League history by winning a straight hat-trick of Bishop’s Cup final victories wins on May 3. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/113200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/A_helping_hand_for_Norfolks_homeless.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/113200/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/A_helping_hand_for_Norfolks_homeless.aspx Sat, 03 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT A shop doorway would not be where most people would choose to bed down for the night, but for too many youngsters in Norwich there is no alternative. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/112890/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Laughter_tops_Norwich_bill_for_Cannon_and.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/112890/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Laughter_tops_Norwich_bill_for_Cannon_and.aspx Tue, 29 Apr 2008 23:00:00 GMT 2008: Laughter topped the bill when well-known comedy duo Tommy Cannon and Bobby Ball were guests of The Salvation Army in Norwich on April 5. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/111866/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_church_marks_its_golden_jubilee.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/111866/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_church_marks_its_golden_jubilee.aspx Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT Wroxham Road Methodist Church in Sprowston, Norwich is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year with special events between May and September. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/111758/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Network_Norwich_website_is_big_hit_with.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/111758/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Network_Norwich_website_is_big_hit_with.aspx Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT The Network Norwich website is a big hit among its regular users with latest news and events being among the favourite parts of the website, according to a recent survey. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/111183/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Ipswich_killer_forgiven_by_street_girls_father.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/111183/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Ipswich_killer_forgiven_by_street_girls_father.aspx Wed, 09 Apr 2008 23:00:00 GMT 2008: The Christian father of murdered Ipswich prostitute Tania Nicol has revealed why he had to forgive her killer. Tania was one of five girls murdered in Ipswich by convicted serial killer Steve Wright. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/110742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Joyce_a_leading_Norfolk_Baptist.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/110742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Joyce_a_leading_Norfolk_Baptist.aspx Fri, 04 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT A leading member of the Baptist Church in Norfolk and also at national level, Joyce Jewson, has died peacefully at the age of 95. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/110545/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/EDPs_move_recognises_key_role_of_Christianity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/110545/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/EDPs_move_recognises_key_role_of_Christianity.aspx Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT After decades of publishing a daily Bible text, the Eastern Daily Press newspaper, based in Norwich, has gone one step better and is now also carrying a daily commentary on its website www.edp24.co.uk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/110291/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_church_raises_350k_for_new_roof.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/110291/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_church_raises_350k_for_new_roof.aspx Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT Just a few days after announcing it has raised 100,000 towards replacing the leaking church roof, St Mark’s Church in Norwich has been promised 251,000 from the English Heritage National Lottery Repair Fund. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/110639/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_quartets_chance_of_world_cup_glory.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/110639/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_quartets_chance_of_world_cup_glory.aspx Wed, 02 Apr 2008 23:00:00 GMT 2008: Four homeless young men from Norwich YMCA have been given the chance of emulating Beckham, Owen and Rooney by representing England in a football world cup finals. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/110637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_duo_help_launch_Hillsong_Cape_Town.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/110637/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_duo_help_launch_Hillsong_Cape_Town.aspx Wed, 02 Apr 2008 23:00:00 GMT 2008: A Norwich Christian couple, who have helped to create the largest youth group in the city, are to move to South Africa to help launch a new Hillsong Church in Cape Town. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/109810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Memorial_for_Mother_Julians_Norwich_champion.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/109810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Memorial_for_Mother_Julians_Norwich_champion.aspx Mon, 24 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT A memorial service for the Revd Robert Llewelyn - the priest who revived interest in 13th Century English Mystic, Mother Julian of Norwich – is to be held at Norwich Cathedral on Friday April 4. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/109445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Steve_Chalke_learns_his_lessons_the_hard.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/109445/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Steve_Chalke_learns_his_lessons_the_hard.aspx Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT 2008: Steve Chalke talks exclusively to Network Norwich about being a world record holder, UN special advisor, head of Oasis Trust, Academy provider, TV presenter, church leader, change agent and controversial author. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/109089/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Norwich_Besom_is_bridge_to_communities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/109089/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Norwich_Besom_is_bridge_to_communities.aspx Sun, 16 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT The Christian Besom charity in Norwich has now been up and running for four years and its shiny white van is becoming more familiar on the streets of the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/108963/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_08.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/108963/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_08.aspx Fri, 14 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT Good News for Norwich, the popular Christian newspaper for Norwich, has launched its Easter ’08 e-edition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/108821/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Dream_role_for_Norwich_Salvation_Army_trio.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/108821/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Dream_role_for_Norwich_Salvation_Army_trio.aspx Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT 2008: This March sees the first Easter celebrations led by the new leadership team of the Salvation Army Citadel in Norwich http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/107778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Heartsease_academy_gets_the_green_light.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/107778/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Heartsease_academy_gets_the_green_light.aspx Fri, 29 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT The Government has given the go-ahead to Norfolk's first academy school at Heartsease and kept the two Christian sponsors at the helm. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/107546/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Grant_boost_for_Norwich_mystics_work.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/107546/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Grant_boost_for_Norwich_mystics_work.aspx Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT She is one of Norwich's most famous daughters and the first woman ever to write a book in the English language. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/106944/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norfolk_tin_tabernacle_celebrates_growth.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/106944/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norfolk_tin_tabernacle_celebrates_growth.aspx Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT A Norfolk “tin tabernacle” has celebrated its 120th anniversary with a growing congregation and completion of a 90,000 church extension project. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/106194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_preacher_for_75.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/106194/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_preacher_for_75.aspx Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT Phyllis Trowse, who has been a Methodist local preacher for 75 years in Norwich, has died at the age of 93. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/105735/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Growing_city_church_moves_to_bigger_venue.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/105735/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Growing_city_church_moves_to_bigger_venue.aspx Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich church is growing so fast that it has had to find a bigger venue for its expanding congregation. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/105601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Mother_Julians_Norwich_champion.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/105601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_to_Mother_Julians_Norwich_champion.aspx Thu, 07 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT Retired Norwich priest, Father Robert Llewelyn, who revived interest in the remarkable English 13th mystic, Mother Julian of Norwich, died in hospital yesterday (February 6) after a fall, aged 98. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/104358/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Real_life_stories_book_from_YMCA_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/104358/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Real_life_stories_book_from_YMCA_Norfolk.aspx Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT 2008: To mark Homelessness Sunday on January 27, YMCA Norfolk has published a book of short true life stories about some of the amazing people associated with it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/103421/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_church_goes_mobile_to_celebrate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/103421/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2008_News_Archive/Norwich_church_goes_mobile_to_celebrate.aspx Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich church is celebrating its first anniversary of going public by launching a mobile text messaging service to keep its congregation informed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/103594/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tribute_service_to_John_a_soldier_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/103594/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tribute_service_to_John_a_soldier_of.aspx Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT Well over 500 people attended a service at Catton Grove Primary School, Norwich, to celebrate the life of John Breeze “a soldier in Christ” on January 13. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/102327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_preacher_and_writer.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/102327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Norwich_preacher_and_writer.aspx Thu, 27 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT Oak Grove Chapel in Norwich has announced the death of its father figure, well known local broadcaster, writer and preacher, John Breeze. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/102114/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Norwich_church_marks_decade_of_food_parcels.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/102114/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Norwich_church_marks_decade_of_food_parcels.aspx Thu, 20 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Vineyard church is marking ten years of providing boxes of food free to needy families across the city and county. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/101396/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/15_000_gifts_from_Norwich_to_Romania.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/101396/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/15_000_gifts_from_Norwich_to_Romania.aspx Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT Two huge trucks containing almost 15000 shoeboxes packed with Christmas toys, clothes and gifts have made their way from Norwich to needy children in Romania. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/101388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Mafia_gangster_has_encounter_with_God.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/101388/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Mafia_gangster_has_encounter_with_God.aspx Sat, 15 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: Newcastle mafia gangster Davey Falcus was on the road to ruin with a cocaine and alcohol addiction and a string of violent convictions behind him, when his life was changed after an encounter with God. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/100972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Whos_Who_accolade_for_Norwich_Christian.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/100972/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Whos_Who_accolade_for_Norwich_Christian.aspx Sun, 09 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: Dean of medicine at Norwich’s UEA, and active Christian, Professor Sam Leinster, is among 1,000 new names in the latest edition of Who's Who. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/100918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Book_launch_helps_YMCA_Norfolk_celebrate.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/100918/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Book_launch_helps_YMCA_Norfolk_celebrate.aspx Sun, 09 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT YMCA Norfolk has helped mark its 150 years of service across the county by launching a commemorative book detailing its fascinating history over the century and a half. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/100742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_Cathedral_tops_peoples_pride_poll.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/100742/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_Cathedral_tops_peoples_pride_poll.aspx Thu, 06 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT For 900 years it has towered above the city, but now Norwich's Anglican Cathedral and its iconic spire has come on top of a poll naming people's favourite places in the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/99997/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Indian_mission_for_Norwich_church_pastor.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/99997/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Indian_mission_for_Norwich_church_pastor.aspx Tue, 04 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: Norwich church pastor Nicky Smith's Indian adventure has included marriage, taking on 30 churches, and now offering the opportunity to join a mission experience. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/100411/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/The_man_who_discovered_the_Spice_Girls.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/100411/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/The_man_who_discovered_the_Spice_Girls.aspx Sun, 02 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: Nick Battle's music career saw him first introduce the Spice Girls, co-write songs with Gary Barlow and work with Simon Cowell. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/100641/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_cathedral_gets_1m_Lottery_boost.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/100641/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_cathedral_gets_1m_Lottery_boost.aspx Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT One of Norwich's most eye-catching places of worship is closer to being an iconic building after getting a 1m lottery handout. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/99992/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Man_who_met_God_on_the_8.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/99992/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Man_who_met_God_on_the_8.aspx Wed, 28 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: As Martin Kentish, a Norwich-based marketing analyst, got onto the 8.30am London train, little did he realize that he was about to have a life-changing encounter. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/99860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_07.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/99860/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Christmas_07.aspx Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT Good News for Norwich, the popular Christian newspaper for Norwich, has launched its Christmas ’07 e-edition. Download it and be among the first to read all the latest news. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/99574/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Blind_Norwich_minister_just_loves_adventure.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/99574/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Blind_Norwich_minister_just_loves_adventure.aspx Thu, 22 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: A blind Christian minister in Norwich has a great love of ocean-going adventures – which have led him to climb 130 feet above deck to work on the yard-arm of the magnificent tall ship, Tenacious. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/99573/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Michele_shares_love_in_the_face_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/99573/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/South_Norfolk/South_Norfolk_to_2018/Michele_shares_love_in_the_face_of.aspx Thu, 22 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: A Norfolk audience listened in amazement as a 29-year-old woman told of modern-day miracles in war-torn Sudan. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/99384/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norfolk_churches_pledge_to_keep_doors_open.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/99384/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norfolk_churches_pledge_to_keep_doors_open.aspx Tue, 20 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT Religious leaders have pledged their determination to keep church doors open to the public despite a wave of thefts and vandalism across Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/99004/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Ex_Norwich_Union_chief_reports_from_Africa.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/99004/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Ex_Norwich_Union_chief_reports_from_Africa.aspx Thu, 15 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: Former Norwich Union and Aviva boss Richard Harvey and his wife, Kay, report back on the start of their gap year out in Africa. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/98836/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Christian_pioneer_Rob_Frost.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/98836/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Tributes_paid_to_Christian_pioneer_Rob_Frost.aspx Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: Christian churches and organisations have been honouring and remembering Christian broadcaster and author Rob Frost, who died on Sunday November 11. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/98575/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Archbishop_speaks_from_the_heart_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/98575/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Archbishop_speaks_from_the_heart_in_Norwich.aspx Sat, 10 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT The Archbishop of Canterbury spoke from the heart about being a Christian in today’s world to 600 clergy and lay leaders at Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/98574/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Archbishop_tackles_tough_questions_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/98574/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Archbishop_tackles_tough_questions_in_Norwich.aspx Sat, 10 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT The Archbishop of Canterbury tackled tough questions on young people, other faiths, sexual ethics, the future of the Anglican communion and the Lambeth Conference at Norwich Cathedral. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/98027/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Girls_set_to_join_boys_in_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/98027/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Girls_set_to_join_boys_in_Norfolk.aspx Tue, 06 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT The Norfolk Christian Football League is set to follow a Football Association initiative and investigate the feasibility of offering football competitions for girls and ladies as well as boys and men. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/97751/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Miracle_escape_from_100_days_of_living.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/97751/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Miracle_escape_from_100_days_of_living.aspx Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: Illuminée Nganemariya, a Rwandan Genocide survivor, who now lives in Norwich, woke up every morning for 100 days of living hell facing the prospect of being killed. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/97560/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norwich_preacher_and_City_Church_founder.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/97560/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Norwich_preacher_and_City_Church_founder.aspx Tue, 30 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT City Church founder and Norwich preacher Graham Thorne died on October 13, aged 73. His son, and City Church senior minister, Philip Thorne, pays tribute. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/97331/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Live_BBC_Radio_4_show_helps_YMCA.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/97331/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Live_BBC_Radio_4_show_helps_YMCA.aspx Sat, 27 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT Prestigious BBC Radio 4 programme Any Questions was broadcast live from Norwich on October 26 to help mark the 150th anniversary of YMCA Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/92067/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Aliens_win_Christian_radio_award_for_Emma.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/92067/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Aliens_win_Christian_radio_award_for_Emma.aspx Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT An out of this world thought for the day radio ad produced by 25-year-old Emma Philpotts from Radio Norwich, has won a prize in a national radio awards competition. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/95798/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_saints_march_into_new_church_hall.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/95798/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_saints_march_into_new_church_hall.aspx Tue, 16 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT A New Orleans jazz band led a procession through Catton Grove to mark the dedication of a new community arts and sports hall, including partners Oak Grove Chapel. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/95789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_URC_appoints_community_worker.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/95789/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_URC_appoints_community_worker.aspx Sun, 14 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT 2007: Liz Kam has been appointed as the Church Related Community Worker (CRCW) for the United Reformed Church in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/94572/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Hundreds_pay_tribute_to_ex_Bishop_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/94572/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Hundreds_pay_tribute_to_ex_Bishop_of.aspx Mon, 01 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT 2007: Hundreds of people gathered at Norwich Cathedral on Friday September 28 to remember one of the most popular bishops the diocese has ever known. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/92085/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norfolk_churches_help_Indian_school_to_open.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/92085/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norfolk_churches_help_Indian_school_to_open.aspx Tue, 25 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: Norwich-based Christian development charity the Vidiyal Trust, has opened a school for children from a slum area of Kerala, in India, with financial backing from Norfolk churches. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/91291/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_07.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/91291/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Harvest_07.aspx Wed, 19 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT Good News for Norwich, the popular Christian newspaper, has launched its Harvest ’07 e-edition. Download it and be among the first to read the latest news http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/91306/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/New_church_hall_is_opened_for_worship.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/91306/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/New_church_hall_is_opened_for_worship.aspx Tue, 18 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT The new meeting hall of Oak Grove Chapel in Norwich was used for the first time on Sunday, September 16 with over 200 people in attendance. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/90976/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_Chinese_church_appoints_worker.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/90976/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_Chinese_church_appoints_worker.aspx Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: Norwich’s first Chinese Cantonese church has appointed a lay mission worker. Edmund Tsui will be formally recognised into the role on Sunday October 14. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/90810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/ENYP_Launched_desperate_hungry_and_willing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/90810/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/ENYP_Launched_desperate_hungry_and_willing.aspx Wed, 12 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT On Sunday September 9 East Norwich Youth Project had its official launch – with a well attended evening and good representation from a number of individuals and local churches. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/90605/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Besom_on_hand_to_help_in_a.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/90605/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Besom_on_hand_to_help_in_a.aspx Mon, 10 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT When a large wooden altar needed moving between two Norfolk churches the Norwich Besom project stepped forward to lend a helping hand. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/90261/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Former_Dean_of_Nowich_will_be_greatly.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/90261/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Obituaries/Former_Dean_of_Nowich_will_be_greatly.aspx Tue, 04 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT The Very Revd Alan Webster, Dean of Norwich from 1970-78, died in the early hours of Monday September 3, aged 89. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/87454/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norfolk_Christian_cartoonist_publishes_book.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/87454/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norfolk_Christian_cartoonist_publishes_book.aspx Fri, 24 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT Norfolk Christian cartoonist Paul Juby has just had his book, Laugh with the Lord, published by Authorhouse. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/87177/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_church_starts_jubilee_countdown.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/87177/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_church_starts_jubilee_countdown.aspx Sat, 18 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT The Elim Pentecostal Church in Trory Street, Norwich will be marking its 50th anniversary in 2008 with the help of John Pantry and Paul Jones and it is appealing for early members to get in touch to help it celebrate. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/86505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Church_charity_opens_day_centre_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/86505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Church_charity_opens_day_centre_in_Norwich.aspx Wed, 08 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT A new Day Centre, run by Community Action Norwich, has been opened in the Lakenham area of Norwich by the Lord Mayor. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/87040/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Church_launches_bid_for_280_000_revamp.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/87040/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Church_launches_bid_for_280_000_revamp.aspx Mon, 06 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT A project to raise more than a quarter of a million pounds for a major extension so a Norwich church can move into the 21st century was launched on July 28. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/87138/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_academy_plan_faces_council_setback.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/87138/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_academy_plan_faces_council_setback.aspx Fri, 03 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT Norwich City councillors look set to publicly reject controversial proposals to turn Heartsease High School into an academy. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/86228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Community_helps_church_after_vandalism.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/86228/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Community_helps_church_after_vandalism.aspx Sat, 21 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT A Norfolk community has rallied around to help restore a village church left devastated by a vandal attack. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/84540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Christian_rappers_musical_career_starts_in_jail.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/84540/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Christian_rappers_musical_career_starts_in_jail.aspx Thu, 28 Jun 2007 23:00:00 GMT 2007: Norwich Christian rapper Jon Jones (JonJon) has started out on a musical career in the secure surrounding of Norwich prison. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/84362/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_churches_get_boost_from_migrants.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/84362/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_churches_get_boost_from_migrants.aspx Wed, 27 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: Hundreds of asylum seekers, refugees and other migrants are swelling church congregations across Norwich and Norfolk. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/82811/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Footballers_honour_tragic_John_at_tournament.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/82811/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Footballers_honour_tragic_John_at_tournament.aspx Wed, 20 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT Around 100 footballers paid tribute to Norfolk Christian League footballer John Sewell, who died in a tragic incident last November, by taking part in a five-a-side tournament held in his honour on Saturday June 16. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/80960/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Couples_flying_doctors_dream_takes_off.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/80960/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Couples_flying_doctors_dream_takes_off.aspx Mon, 18 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: Two Norwich medics have launched their flying doctors charity Mercy Flyers and within weeks leave their jobs to travel out to Zambia to start work. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/81966/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Aviva_boss_heads_for_voluntary_work_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/81966/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Aviva_boss_heads_for_voluntary_work_in.aspx Sun, 10 Jun 2007 23:00:00 GMT 2007: Aviva and former Norwich Union boss Richard Harvey and his wife Kay will be spending a year in Africa doing voluntary work with the charity, Concern Universal, from July. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/81601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_event_explores_Christian_witness.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/81601/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norwich_event_explores_Christian_witness.aspx Thu, 07 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: Social action and evangelism as part of the Christian witness in Norwich was the subject tackled by a range of speakers at the Transforming Norwich conference on Saturday June 2. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/81233/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_evangelist_John_is_first_for_honour.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/81233/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_evangelist_John_is_first_for_honour.aspx Mon, 04 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: Well-known Norfolk evangelist John Wright has become the first person from the Norwich Diocese to be admitted to the College of Evangelists. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/80239/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Church_celebrates_25_years_and_looks_ahead.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/80239/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Church_celebrates_25_years_and_looks_ahead.aspx Sun, 27 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: A Norwich suburban church will celebrate its 25th birthday on June 24 with a weekend of celebration, reflection and anticipation. There will also be a great party. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/80077/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Online_ministry_leads_author_across_world.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/80077/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Online_ministry_leads_author_across_world.aspx Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: A Norwich technical author who also has a passion for preaching the gospel has just returned from a 14,000-mile ministry trip to south-east Asia. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/79211/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Talking_to_strangers_about_your_faith.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/79211/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Talking_to_strangers_about_your_faith.aspx Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT John Wright an international director of the FGBMFI, writes about being effective witnesses for the Christian faith to complete strangers http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/79841/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_historic_churches_website_launch.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/79841/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_historic_churches_website_launch.aspx Tue, 22 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT The Norwich Historic Churches Trust has launched a new website, giving details on Norwich’s fine array of 36 Mediaeval churches, the largest number in any city in northern Europe. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/79824/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Arsonists_torch_Norwich_church_hall.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/79824/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Arsonists_torch_Norwich_church_hall.aspx Mon, 21 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT More than 20 community groups are counting the cost of an arson attack which destroyed a popular church hall in Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/79327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/History_is_guide_to_future_of_Norfolk.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/79327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/History_is_guide_to_future_of_Norfolk.aspx Wed, 16 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: Looking to the rich Christian heritage in Norwich and thinking strategically about the future can help the city’s churches address a 25-year decline in numbers. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/79205/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_church_poet_wins_international_prize.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/79205/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Norwich_church_poet_wins_international_prize.aspx Mon, 14 May 2007 23:00:00 GMT 2007: Norwich poet and member of St Augustine’s church, Tim Lenton, has won an international poetry prize and will see his work published in July. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/79268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Bringing_criminals_and_victims_face_to_face.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/79268/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Bringing_criminals_and_victims_face_to_face.aspx Mon, 14 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT Liebert Shakes, part of the chaplaincy of Norwich Prison will be talking to Taverham Evangelical Church on May 20, about the Sycamore Tree programme. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/77859/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norfolk_churches_face_up_to_a_changing.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/77859/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norfolk_churches_face_up_to_a_changing.aspx Thu, 03 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: As the church in Norfolk sees its members literally die off, top Christian researcher Dr Peter Brierley visited Norwich to help church leaders understand the impact of societal trends on their congregations. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/77355/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Go_ahead_for_14m_plans_Norwich_cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/77355/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Go_ahead_for_14m_plans_Norwich_cathedral.aspx Sat, 28 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT Councillors have backed 14m plans for a new education centre at Norwich Cathedral despite fears that building work could kill a 40-year-old protected copper beech tree. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/76900/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norfolk_churches_challenged_to_stem_decline.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/76900/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Norfolk_churches_challenged_to_stem_decline.aspx Thu, 26 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: Norfolk churches have been challenged to help stem a worrying decline in county-wide church attendances over the past 25 years. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/75779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Historic_Norwich_churches_reopen_to_public.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/75779/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Historic_Norwich_churches_reopen_to_public.aspx Mon, 09 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT Historic Norwich churches that have long been out-of-bounds to the public are to open to visitors for the first time in years, thanks to a new scheme. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/75581/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/An_Easter_story_of_hope_and_new.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/75581/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/An_Easter_story_of_hope_and_new.aspx Thu, 05 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT A true Easter story of hope and a changed life from the Christian Matthew Project in Norwich. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/75428/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/3_million_waiting_for_an_invite_to.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/75428/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/3_million_waiting_for_an_invite_to.aspx Thu, 05 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT One in seven adults in the UK attends a Christian church each month, with nearly 3 million more people saying they would attend church if only they were asked. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/74494/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/An_African_step_of_faith_for_Aviva.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/74494/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/An_African_step_of_faith_for_Aviva.aspx Tue, 27 Mar 2007 23:00:00 GMT 2007: Aviva and former Norwich Union boss Richard Harvey is taking a step of faith, giving up his high profile job to spend a year doing charity work in Africa with wife Kay. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/74392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Christian_bookshop_in_Norwich_closes_down.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/74392/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Christian_bookshop_in_Norwich_closes_down.aspx Mon, 26 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT CLC Bookshop closed down its Norwich store on Prince of Wales Road on Saturday April 7 due to a shortage of suitable staff to take it over. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/74279/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Peacemaker_Kember_speaks_of_Iraq_kidnap.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/74279/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Peacemaker_Kember_speaks_of_Iraq_kidnap.aspx Sun, 25 Mar 2007 23:00:00 GMT 2007: Christian peacemaker Norman Kember marked the first anniversary of his release from captivity in Iraq by releasing a book on his experiences and reflections. He spoke to Norfolk journalist Ian Clarke. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/74110/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/President_looks_at_church_and_community.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/74110/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/President_looks_at_church_and_community.aspx Thu, 22 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT Tear Fund President Dr Elaine Storkey was in Norwich recently to address the topic of Church and Community and to launch the new Catton Seminar Series. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/70434/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Lord_teaches_Norwich_trio_to_change_world.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/70434/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Lord_teaches_Norwich_trio_to_change_world.aspx Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: Three Norwich YMCA residents have been learning how to change the world from a lord and a lobbyist. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/70771/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/New_2_500_seat_5m_church_plan.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/70771/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/New_2_500_seat_5m_church_plan.aspx Mon, 26 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT Two Norwich churches have joined forces and are drawing up plans for a new 2,500 capacity church and community centre complex costing 5m on the outskirts of the city. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/70110/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Alternative_worship_in_Norwich_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/70110/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Alternative_worship_in_Norwich_church.aspx Mon, 19 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT Ambient Wonder, an alternative worship event run by the community of St Augustine's church in Norwich, is preparing for it's 10th event by celebrating the Christian traditions of the beginning of Lent on February 25. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/70158/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Yarmouth_churches_get_connected_on_the_web.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/70158/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Yarmouth_churches_get_connected_on_the_web.aspx Sun, 18 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT Great Yarmouth and Gorleston churches are getting themselves connected by launching a new website aimed at bringing the area’s Christian community closer together. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/68693/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_cathedrals_celebrate_cash_boost.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/68693/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/Norwich_cathedrals_celebrate_cash_boost.aspx Thu, 15 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT Norwich's two historic cathedrals will celebrating a 110,000 funding boost today. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/68670/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Debate_rages_on_hot_topics_of_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/68670/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Debate_rages_on_hot_topics_of_the.aspx Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT Norwich bloggers have been hotly debating a variety of topics including gay adpotion reports Network Norwich blog-watcher Heather Cracknell. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488190/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_churches_map_and_directory.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/488190/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/East_Norfolk_churches_map_and_directory.aspx Thu, 25 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT East Norfolk churches map and directory http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/66327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_a_blog_can_help_you_make.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/66327/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/How_a_blog_can_help_you_make.aspx Thu, 25 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT Network Norwich blog-watcher Heather Cracknell suggests many different reasons for making a New Year's resolution to start up a blog. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/64124/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/New_Norwich_church_opens_its_doors.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/64124/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2007_news_archive/New_Norwich_church_opens_its_doors.aspx Wed, 03 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT 2007: A new Norwich church will be meeting publicly for the first time from January 14 offering free breakfast and a café-style welcome. By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/64121/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Rev_Pat_gets_MBE_for_Indian_charity.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/64121/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Rev_Pat_gets_MBE_for_Indian_charity.aspx Sat, 30 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT 2006: Norfolk minister Rev Canon Pat Atkinson has been made an MBE in the New Year’s honours list for nearly two decades of work helping street children in India. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/63979/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Christians_give_helping_hand_to_prisoners.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/63979/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Christians_give_helping_hand_to_prisoners.aspx Wed, 27 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Christians are making sure that men do not leave prison empty-handed when they are released after finishing their sentence. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/63602/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Entertainer_Len_still_has_the_magic_touch.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/63602/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Entertainer_Len_still_has_the_magic_touch.aspx Sun, 17 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT 2006: A good laugh is better than all the pills in the world! So believes 90-year-old Norwich comedian, magician, singer and all-round entertainer Len Rudd. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/63044/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/End_of_the_road_as_Living_Water.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/63044/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/End_of_the_road_as_Living_Water.aspx Sat, 09 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT Well-known Norfolk Christian Festival Living Water and the Ashill-based Living Water Trust has been closed down and the festival will not be running again in the future. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/59485/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Hundreds_gather_to_mark_Prisons_Week.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/59485/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Hundreds_gather_to_mark_Prisons_Week.aspx Wed, 06 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT Four hundred worshippers gathered in Norwich Cathedral last Sunday evening for an ecumenical service to mark the end of Prisons Week. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/61475/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Community_chaplain_plan_for_Norwich_Prison.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/61475/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Community_chaplain_plan_for_Norwich_Prison.aspx Thu, 23 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT A pioneering scheme at Norwich Prison aims to break the cycle of reoffending by linking chaplains and prisoners in jail and continuing the church connection outside. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/61063/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Blogging_is_a_global_phenomenon.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/61063/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/Opinion_Archive/Blogging_is_a_global_phenomenon.aspx Mon, 20 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT In the first of her regular columns, blog-watcher Heather Cracknell takes a look at the world of blogging and why people write blogs... http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/60661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Norwich_couple_on_flying_mission_to_Uganda.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/60661/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Norwich_couple_on_flying_mission_to_Uganda.aspx Thu, 16 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT 2006: A Christian couple from Norwich have this week given up their jobs and flown out to strife-torn Uganda to work with the charity Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF). By . http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/59829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Cathedral_close_to_10m_project_target.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/59829/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Cathedral_close_to_10m_project_target.aspx Wed, 08 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT An ambitious campaign to raise 10m to develop Norwich's Anglican cathedral is within a whisker of reaching its magic mark. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/58893/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Commemoration_first_for_Norwich_cathedral.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/58893/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Commemoration_first_for_Norwich_cathedral.aspx Mon, 30 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT St John's Cathedral, Norwich, is to open a unique and special place of repose for cremated remains, in a first for East Anglia. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/54998/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Books_and_music_reviewers_wanted.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/54998/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/Books_and_music_reviewers_wanted.aspx Sat, 07 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT We want to know you think about the latest book you have read or CD you have listened to. Or maybe you have you been to see a Christian band recently and would like to tell us what you thought of it? http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/54520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/John_and_Doreen_retire_from_New_Hope.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/54520/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/John_and_Doreen_retire_from_New_Hope.aspx Wed, 27 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT 2006: John and Doreen Betts have retired from leadership at New Hope Christian Centre after 40 years of service in Norwich. Duane and Clare Elkins have taken over. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/54473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Good_news_on_Norfolk_church_attendance.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/54473/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Good_news_on_Norfolk_church_attendance.aspx Sat, 23 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Church attendance figures in Norfolk have stabilised while some of the non-conformist faiths are reporting significant increases. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/53795/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Norwich_churches_build_for_the_future.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/53795/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Norwich_churches_build_for_the_future.aspx Wed, 20 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Three city congregations are embarking on ambitious building projects, showing that the future of the church in Norwich is alive and growing. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/53638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/NCBC_are_creating_a_church_for_the.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/53638/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/NCBC_are_creating_a_church_for_the.aspx Sat, 16 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT NCBC are creating a church for the future It's been a busy few months for Norwich Central Baptist Church - the past 18 months have been occupied with planning and building and yet more planning and building. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/52912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Cathedral_library_is_finest_in_the_region.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/52912/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Cathedral_library_is_finest_in_the_region.aspx Thu, 07 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Cathedral Library is one of the finest theological libraries in East Anglia and is central to the cathedral’s commitment to the traditions of teaching and learning. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/52581/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Magical_bishop_starts_new_Norwich_adventure.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/52581/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/People_Archive/Magical_bishop_starts_new_Norwich_adventure.aspx Mon, 04 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT 2006: Wrestling giant bats and being held at gunpoint are all in a day's work for a bishop who plays the banjo and is a fully paid up member of the magic circle. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/51170/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Thousands_attend_Norfolk_Living_Water_event.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/51170/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Thousands_attend_Norfolk_Living_Water_event.aspx Sun, 13 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT Thousands of people from all across the country have enjoying a wet and windy Living Water Festival at the Royal Norfolk Showground near Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/49628/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Norwich_Cathedral_set_for_Lottery_million.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/49628/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Norwich_Cathedral_set_for_Lottery_million.aspx Wed, 19 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT Norwich’s Roman Catholic Cathedral has received support from the Heritage Lottery Fund for a project to improve access and provide essential new facilities. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/48576/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/What_would_Jesus_say_to_church_in.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/48576/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/What_would_Jesus_say_to_church_in.aspx Sun, 02 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT 2006: As part of the Transforming Norwich AGM earlier in June, participants talked and prayed about what they thought Jesus would want to say to the church in Norwich today and a Revelation-style letter was the result. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/48373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/World_Cup_added_to_community_concert.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/48373/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/World_Cup_added_to_community_concert.aspx Wed, 28 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT Oak Grove Chapel’s annual community concert in Norwich takes place this Saturday, July 1, with an added attraction of England playing World Cup football against Portugal on a big screen from 4pm. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/47057/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Church_joins_school_in_new_community_hall.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/47057/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Church_joins_school_in_new_community_hall.aspx Fri, 09 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT A Norwich church has joined in partnership with the local authority in an innovative scheme which plans to build a large new community hall with a contribution towards the cost of around 350,000. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/45897/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Ecumenical_criminal_justice_forum_launched.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/45897/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Ecumenical_criminal_justice_forum_launched.aspx Fri, 26 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT An ecumenical criminal justice forum for Norfolk has been launched at a well-attended meeting hosted by the Bishop of Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/45033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Norwich_church_blaze_may_have_been_arson.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/45033/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Norwich_church_blaze_may_have_been_arson.aspx Mon, 15 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT As Norwich police revealed that they are treating the blaze at Mount Zion Family Life Centre as possible arson, the church said that they are planning to rebuild. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/44478/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Seven_goal_thriller_in_Bishops_Cup_final.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/44478/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Seven_goal_thriller_in_Bishops_Cup_final.aspx Sat, 06 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT A seven-goal thriller decided the eventual winners of this year’s Norfolk Christian Football League Bishop’s Cup trophy - Norwich Central Baptist Church. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/42048/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Christian_Aid_in_Norfolk_and_East_of.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/42048/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Christian_Aid_in_Norfolk_and_East_of.aspx Mon, 03 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT Christian Aid is a Christian organisation that insists the world can and must be swiftly changed to one where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/41672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Nightstop_homeless_scheme_set_for_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/41672/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/Social_Action_Archive/Nightstop_homeless_scheme_set_for_Norwich.aspx Thu, 30 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT A new scheme to provide emergency short-term accommodation to homeless young people in Norwich is to be launched by YMCA Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/41485/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_06.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/41485/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Good_News_for_Norwich_Easter_06.aspx Wed, 29 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT The latest edition of local Christian newspaper Good News for Norwich will be available in churches across the city from Sunday April 2. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/40736/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Matthew_Project_offers_help_to_young_people.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/40736/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Directories/Project_Directory/Matthew_Project_offers_help_to_young_people.aspx Sun, 19 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT The Matthew Project was set up as a charity to demonstrate the love of God by offering unconditional and confidential help and support to young people, their friends and families across Norfolk. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/40032/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/A_Delirious_night_in_Norwich.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/40032/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/A_Delirious_night_in_Norwich.aspx Thu, 09 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT 2006: Delirious? painted the town red, orange, purple and blue in Norwich in front of an enthusiastic sell-out audience of 1000 at the OPEN venue in the city centre. PICTURE SPECIAL http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/38895/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/New_chief_for_Norwich_Historic_Churches.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/38895/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/New_chief_for_Norwich_Historic_Churches.aspx Mon, 27 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT Norwich Historic Churches Trust has appointed a new chairman as Colin Pordham steps down. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/38682/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Zion_leaders_pledge_to_rebuild_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/38682/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Zion_leaders_pledge_to_rebuild_church.aspx Thu, 23 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT Leaders at Mount Zion church in Norwich, which was wrecked by fire on Monday night, have pledged to rebuild and continue serving the community. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/38505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Massive_blaze_at_Mount_Zion_church.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/38505/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/News_Archive/2006_news_archive/Massive_blaze_at_Mount_Zion_church.aspx Tue, 21 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT One of Norwich’s biggest churches was severely damaged last night by a blaze that engulfed the whole building. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/34772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_man_in_news_for_saying_thanks.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/34772/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Norwich_FGB/Norwich_man_in_news_for_saying_thanks.aspx Wed, 28 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT 2005: Norwich man John Wright has hit the national headlines with his Stop A Copper Society which has taken on a new lease of life 25 years after he first founded it. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/29659/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Churches_make_massive_contribution_to_city.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/29659/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Churches_make_massive_contribution_to_city.aspx Thu, 13 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT 2005: "There is a massive contribution of churches and their members in our city," Anne Seex, chief executive of Norwich City Council told the Transforming Norwich conference. "I hope you will continue to be an inspiration to us." http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/22197/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Churches_aim_to_help_transform_city.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/22197/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Connect_Norwich/Connect_Norwich_Archive/Churches_aim_to_help_transform_city.aspx Wed, 29 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT 2005: Over 160 church leaders from across Norwich met with senior civic figures at a major conference in June which aimed to help transform the city by getting the Church in Norwich to start working together effectively. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/20598/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/Latest_job_opportunities.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/20598/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/Latest_job_opportunities.aspx Sat, 04 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT Use this website to help find the best person to fill your role. This is a free service to Network Norwich partner organisations and members of Transforming Norwich. http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/20586/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Paper_takes_major_church_media_accolade.aspx http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/20586/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Partners/Good_News_for_Norwich/Paper_takes_major_church_media_accolade.aspx Fri, 03 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT Good News for Norwich has been awarded a major national media accolade alongside BBC Radio Norfolk and BBC East TV.