Our Weekly News is published each Thursday and includes top stories, events and notices as well as this Sunday's service times.

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This PDF offers a simple list of upcoming weekly dates for everying happening in our benefice, from services and groups to events and public notices such as baptisms, wedding and funerals.

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Our monthly publication, Staying Connected, covers wider news, reflections and updates from across the benefice.

We have had some of our stories and initiatives covered by the Diocese of Gloucester.

Saturday 6 June 8.30am

St Michael's Church

Meet in St Michael’s church for 8.30 am.  As usual this will be followed by a hearty breakfast at the Royal Oak.

Next session Friday 12 June

Gotherington Old Chapel 7pm to 8.30 pm

Our youth group meets every other Friday during term time and is open to young people in years 7-13.

Each session is packed with fun activities, including games, engaging discussions, and plenty of time to hang out over a hot chocolate and snacks.  We aim to support and inspire young people, empowering them in their faith and personal life.

Future session dates:

Friday 12 June

Friday 26 June

Friday 10 July

Sunday 19 July 

Sunday 14 June

Registration between 1pm and 2pm

Jump starts at 3pm

Is your teddy bear brave enough to jump?  Enter your teddy into the annual teddy bear parachute jump from St Michael's Church Tower,  at Bishops Cleeve Street Fair.  

Registration is £1 on Sunday 14 June between 1pm and 2pm at the church entrance.

3pm will see the launch of the teddies, prizes for the best jump, parachute and mishap!

Sunday 21 June at 1pm

Meet at Cleeve Hill Golf Club

Can you believe it’s been five years? Born out of the challenges of the Covid pandemic, Church on the Hill has grown from a safe way to gather into a deeply loved part of how we worship God together in creation.

To celebrate this wonderful milestone, we are throwing a big picnic—and everyone across our communities is invited! Whether you’re a regular walker or have never been before, we would love for you to join us.

We will meet at Cleeve Hill Golf Club and take only a few steps to a suitable picnic location. Please bring your own picnic, chairs and blanket. Note that parking at the golf club carpark is £2 but you can reclaim that with an ice cream or cuppa!  In the event of bad weather we will meet at St Michael's Church for an indoor picnic, do check out Facebook or the Church on the Hill Whatsapp group for updates. 

If you would like to ask any questions please don't hesitate to email Lucy on lucy@barbour.co or call on 07821580995 

Saturday 27 June  9.30am

St Michael's Church

We shall meet at 9.30 am in the Choir Vestry (crèche room), and after a short time of sung worship, move into prayer. 

Please come and join us for an hour or so, we’d love to see you!

Monday 29 June at 7.30pm

St Michael's Church

Any musicians or singers who are interested in potentially serving in the worship music team at 11.15 am services are very welcome to come to St Michael's for a 'jamming' evening - playing music and learning some worship songs together.

Speak to Ben if you have questions or want a further discussion.

Every Friday 11am to 2pm

Community Hall 1 (next to Bishops Cleeve Library)

A safe, welcoming space to talk or just be.

For anyone feeling:  Lonely, bereaved including pet loss), overwhelmed as a carer.

For more information contact John Barton

connectchatter@gmail.com or 07500 003680

Got questions about life and faith? 

Try Alpha. An informal space for anyone and everyone to explore Christianity. 

If you are interested in future courses, please sign up below:

If you would like to make use of the Poustinia then please contact James on 07866 162228 for more information or click below to download a leaflet.

Fitness, Faith and Fellowship is a mens fitness group that meets twice a week.  We are led by a highly qualified coach with the aim of developing our strength and overall fitness.  The classes are small so the coach can give individual guidance and scale activities for both beginners and those with more experience.  The sessions are fun and non-threatening - the perfect environment for fellowship with others with a Christian faith.  

For more information, please email Emile