Growing the Rural Church

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to deepen and develop the work of Growing the Rural Church in the rural communities of North Devon!

@MadsDavies Thank you for the positive feedback! They were written by some wonderful rural clergy in North Devon, and we're more than grateful for them their and collective wisdom and experience

I don't know who wrote these resources for diocese of Exeter but I think they're great, and would be helpful beyond just rural churches, particularly the one helping people think through the burden of expectations. Really impressed @GtRCDevon! growingtheruralchurch.org/lightening-the…

To all our friends in rural church communities, have a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. We love sharing stories of how you are touching the remote corners of Devon (and beyond) with your faithful acts of service and sharing the love of God. See you in 2024! @CofEDevon

We're taking a moment to celebrate some of Devon's spectacular rural churches. It's overwhelming to think of the countless worshippers who have set foot in these special buildings throughout their long history.

Watch this video of highlights from The Archbishop of Canterbury's visit to a packed congregation at Holsworthy Livestock Market's annual Harvest service yesterday evening. @JustinWelby #ComeAndSee

#MentalHealth should be possible for all. These @churchofengland resources are a great starting place. They include daily reflections, liturgical and UKME resources, and so much more. Let’s help each other, remembering the power of prayer in the process. bit.ly/48IwXbH

The next deadline for our Small Grants is Tuesday 31 October. Your church could get up to £5,000 for urgent maintenance or repair work. This is the final scheduled deadline for Small grants applications in 2023. ⬇️ nationalchurchestrust.org/get-support/gr…

Congratulations and welcome to our new Licensed Lay Ministers, those who have transferred from other Dioceses, and to our @ChurchArmy Evangelist! Thank you for serving the people of Devon with joy! @ExeterCathedral @churchofengland @SWMTC_UK

Our friends in the Bright Field Community will be hosting their event 'Turning Aside' on 19th October in Bishops Nympton. All the details below 👇

Just a reminder that you have until Sunday 1st October to have your say on the Growing the Rural Church project. We greatly appreciate your time. surveymonkey.co.uk/r/GtRCreview

Today we have published our Statement of Needs, which outlines the strengths of the Diocese of Exeter, the challenges we are facing and the qualities we believe the next Bishop of Exeter will need. Click here to read it: exeter.anglican.org/who-we-are/vac… @jackiesearle09 @andrewbeane

During his Farewell Service at Exeter Cathedral the Bishop of Exeter, The Rt. Rev'd Robert Atwell gave his last sermon. He said, "I've come to know and love this county, and I treasure the many friendships I have made."

Wonderful to welcome the Revd Dr Dominic Coad as new Team Rector of the Edgemoor MC. May God bless you all richly. @CofEDevon @GtRCDevon @jackiesearle09

What do you think about Growing the Rural Church? As the 7-year funded project draws to a close in December, now is the chance to have your say. You are invited to complete this survey which should take around 10 minutes of your time: surveymonkey.co.uk/r/GtRCreview Thank you!

@TraceyVoysey 🙏

If you up for a prayer for me this morning that would be great 🙏

Great article by @BpJanMc about seeing pur church buildings through 'fresh eyes', so they 'point those who live in a rational, explained world to the one who is, in their very being, mystery, awe, and wonder.' @GtRCDevon @CofEDevon #openchurch #discoverchurches #heritage #faith

This year, Ride + Stride will take place on Saturday 9 September. Get sponsored to cycle or walk between churches to raise money for your local historic churches trust, so they can support churches in need. Find out how you can take part ⬇️ tinyurl.com/mrfhre2b

Love this snippet of one family's #champing adventure at #Walkhampton #Church earlier this month. ⛺️ Disover out more about @ChurchCamping here 👇 champing.co.uk/church/walkham… @westdartmoor @CofEDevon @churchofengland @DevonChurchLand @nicthevic #dartmoor #ruralchurch

Turning Aside: Re-imagining Rural Ministry, 19 Oct, 10am-4pm. Tickets £20, which include lunch. To book your place, email revgurner@btinternet.com @CofEDevon #ruralchurch #ruralministry

🍂 New series of Grow Courses from the @CofEDevon 🍂 👋 Children, Youth & Schools 💻 Digital Ministry 🙏 Growing in Prayer 🎤 Preaching 💡 Leading Informal Worship Book your place here 👇 exeter.anglican.org/ministry/lay-m… @CofEDevon @churchofengland #ruralchurch #ruralministry