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Weekly Update from Hereford Diocese
Thursday 10 September 2020
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Weekly Message #26 from Bishop Richard
Following the Prime Minister's briefing on Tuesday evening in which the new 'rule of 6' was announced, clarification has been thankfully quicker although some questions remain. The latest national Church updates indicate that much of our new ways of gathering for worship, prayer and all-important life events in our churches remain unchanged. For the latest guidance please check the national Church of England COVID pages.
Heritage Lottery Fund Suspends New Applications until 2021
Like many funders, HLF are diverting funds to support organisations who have been adversely affected by lockdown, especially those dependent on visitors for their income.
The loss of this key source of funding may cause concern to some parishes considering repairs. An alternative list of funders is available on our Community Partnership and Funding web pages and HLF provide a directory of funding sources online to support organisations seeking grants.
Our Mission and Mortar Toolkit will help you plan your project, carry out maintenance, or explore resources to support mission in your parish.
For further help and guidance, please contact either Wendy Coombey, Community Partnership and Funding Officer or Tim Bridges, Church Buildings Support Officer.
Prayer Pilgrimage week 3: Worfield to Bishops Frome
Sunday Worship Online
We continue to provide a weekly online service from the Diocese. All previous services can be found on our YouTube channel in a special Sunday Worship playlist. This will continue until the end of this year when we plan to review the current programme.
A refresher of the role and key responsibilities of a PCC Treasurer -- suitable for both new and experienced treasurers.
Core training about Gift Aid and the Gift Aid Small Donations Scheme - especially suitable for parish Gift Aid Officers and PCC Treasurers.
To find out more, please phone the Diocesan Office or email finance to book a place.
The latest issue of Inspire magazine is now available to read online. This issue focuses on our theme of generous giving. It includes lots of handy tips and advice on fundraising and some inspiring stories from around our Diocese.
A limited number of print copies are available from our communications team if you'd like to receive one by post.
