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Great Big Green Week
Great Big Green Week takes place 8-16 June. Help your congregation and neighbourhood connect with creation and the Creator through a special activity during Great Big Green Week. With something suitable for all congregations, rural or urban, big or small, and...
New Communion Training Date
Our communion training in Ipswich is now Full - but there are still spaces for Basildon and we have added a new date in Norwich. Email admin@urceastern.org.uk to book! 20th July 2pm at the Hive Basildon 9th November 2pm Norwich
Safer Sacred Spaces
Two new dates for Safer Sacred Spaces Boundaries Training suitable for those in Pastoral Charge are available. Jul 17, 2024 10:30 AM or Sep 11, 2024 10:30 AM These will take place on zoom Please contact admin@urceastern.org.uk to book
Church Closure Process
There are times when, for one reason or another, a local church will be concerned about its future. It is much better for these concerns to be voiced, rather than ignored. By raising these concerns, you are not admitting defeat or failure. You are fulfilling your...
Bradwell Pilgrimage – Saturday 6th July 2024
10:30am - 3:15pm Bishop Adam will be our keynote speaker on what promises to be another great day for Essex and East London ecumenism as we gather together at the birthplace of Essex Christianity. For further information: http://www.bradwellpilgrimage.co.uk or...
The Michael Ramsey Prize – Book Tour The McGrath Centre, St Catharine’s College Cambridge
24th May 2024 7:30pm Admission Fee More information here: http://michaelramseyprize.org.uk/booktour TMRPDownload
Big Day Out 2024
We will be returning again to Trinity Park, Ipswich - 8th June. Bookings are lower than we’d hoped, but the decision has been made to go ahead and review how we approach any future events afterwards. The final deadline for bookings is Thursday 30th May....
URC News Update May 2024
Update from the URC: URC News Update May 2024 (urc-news.org.uk)
Are you thinking about applying for a grant?
Some FAQ about applying for a grant: What sort of things can we get funding help towards? Possible ideas for projects could include: Employment of a Church Outreach Worker Training for staff or volunteers Investment in IT to reach particular groups Covering the cost...