# norwich (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 7 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover norwich. Page: Feed: --- ## [Hope bus needs a new owner](http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/745029/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Hope_bus_needs_a_new_owner.aspx) _2026-08-20 · Network Norfolk_ The Hope Bus has been with Radical Church for over nine years and the church is looking for a buyer, ideally to use the bus for Christian ministry. ## [Opportunities to work for YMCA Norfolk](http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/725274/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Jobs/Opportunities_to_work_for_YMCA_Norfolk.aspx) _2026-08-20 · Network Norfolk_ Opportunities to work for YMCA Norfolk YMCA Norfolk is currently advertising for a Lead Chef and two Housing Engagement Workers. ## [Retrospective exhibition celebrates the life and work of artist Jo Brown](https://stmartinshousing.org.uk/retrospective-exhibition-celebrates-the-life-and-work-of-artist-jo-brown/) _2026-08-20 · Helen Baldry · St Martins_ A retrospective exhibition of paintings and wood carvings by the late artist Jo Brown will be held at The Mayfly Gallery in Lowestoft throughout September, with proceeds from sales donated to St Martins, the Norwich homelessness charity that supported him in the final years of his life. The post Retrospective exhibition celebrates the life and work of artist Jo Brown appeared first on St Martins . ## [Yarmouth Methodist church building sold off](http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/744879/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/East_Norfolk/Yarmouth_Methodist_church_building_sold_off.aspx) _2026-08-19 · Network Norfolk_ Christchurch Methodist Hall in Great Yarmouth has been sold at auction two years after its closure as an active church building. By Tony Rothe ## [“The incredible outpouring of support has been genuinely heartwarming and inspiring” following accidental fire during heatwave at Norfolk Church of England school.](https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/the-incredible-outpouring-of-support-has-been-genuinely-heartwarming-and-inspiring-following-accidental-fire-during-heatwave-at-norfolk-church-of-england-school/) _2026-08-19 · elizabethhumphries · Diocese of Norwich_ Children from a Church of England primary school in Norfolk will start the term remotely following a fire during the recent heatwave. The fire on 13th August, caused extensive damage \[…\] The post “The incredible outpouring of support has been genuinely heartwarming and inspiring” following accidental fire during heatwave at Norfolk Church of England school. appeared first on Diocese of Norwich . ## [Norfolk-led introduction to peace-building course](http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/741302/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Opportunities/Training/Norfolk_led_introduction_to_peace_building_course.aspx) _2026-08-19 · Network Norfolk_ A Norfolk Christian leader will run an online peacebuilding course this autumn for anyone who is curious about how their faith and peacebuilding fit together. ## [When God has the way ahead planned](http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/744855/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/People/Opinion/When_God_has_the_way_ahead_planned.aspx) _2026-08-18 · Network Norfolk_ Ruth Lilley has been walking the Norfolk Coast Path, and her experience reminds her of the way Gods helps her navigate her way through life. ## [The Ontario Liberal Party Needs More Than a New Leader](https://jordankent.substack.com/p/the-ontario-liberal-party-needs-more) _2026-08-18 · Jordan Kent · The Political North by Jordan Kent_ The question facing Liberals isn’t just who can defeat Doug Ford. It’s who can rebuild the party capable of defeating him. ## [West Norfolk churches group host special events](http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/744853/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/West_Norfolk/West_Norfolk_churches_group_host_special_events.aspx) _2026-08-18 · Network Norfolk_ The Coxford Group of Churches with Toftrees is hosting two special evenings supporting local churches and charities. By Peter Bending ## [BBC's Songs of Praise recorded at Norfolk Show](http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/744835/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Culture/BBCs_Songs_of_Praise_recorded_at_Norfolk.aspx) _2026-08-18 · Network Norfolk_ BBC’s Songs of Praise celebrated the countryside and creation at this year’s Royal Norfolk Show in Sunday’s (August 16) episode. ## [Follow Releases, Get Reminders (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/P3bMizlY6D2D) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Follow a genre or a name and receive reminders on release day — free. ## [Latest Norfolk Christian community events](http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/422636/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Latest_Norfolk_Christian_community_events.aspx) _2026-08-18 · Network Norfolk_ Events of interest to the Norwich and Norfolk Christian community happening over the next few weeks are listed. ## [Enjoy music concerts in North Elmham](http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/744808/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/North_Norfolk/Enjoy_music_concerts_in_North_Elmham.aspx) _2026-08-18 · Network Norfolk_ St Mary’s Church in North Elmham is hosting three classical music concerts this summer, and tickets are now available. By Tony Rothe ## [Heritage Open Days events in Norfolk churches](http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/744806/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Events/Events/Heritage_Open_Days_events_in_Norfolk_churches.aspx) _2026-08-18 · Network Norfolk_ Over 50 churches will join heritage sites across the county, opening their doors in September for the 2026 Heritage Open Days. By Peter Bending ## [Norfolk parishes under pressure - join the debate](http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/744799/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norfolk_parishes_under_pressure_join_the_debate.aspx) _2026-08-17 · Network Norfolk_ Rural parishes across the country are under pressure, including in Norfolk, and a meeting to address some of the issues is set to be held in Norwich in September and all are welcome to attend. ## [Protest over Norwich church community plans](http://www.networknorwich.co.uk/Articles/744735/Network_Norwich_and_Norfolk/Regional_News/Norwich/Protest_over_Norwich_church_community_plans.aspx) _2026-08-16 · Network Norfolk_ A Norwich church’s plans to extend its community and social action work through a community café have faced opposition from a long-standing bowls club which is being asked to move from church premises. ## [Church of England village school in Norfolk suffers extensive damage following fire during heatwave.](https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/church-of-england-village-school-in-norfolk-suffers-extensive-damage-following-fire-during-heatwave/) _2026-08-14 · elizabethhumphries · Diocese of Norwich_ The large fire broke out at Thomas Bullock Primary Academy school on Thursday 13th August. Firefighters and police were called to the school at 2pm and had the fire brought \[…\] The post Church of England village school in Norfolk suffers extensive damage following fire during heatwave. appeared first on Diocese of Norwich . ## [Immersive lighting spectacular Time by Luxmuralis to illuminate Norwich Cathedral](https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/immersive-lighting-spectacular-time-by-luxmuralis-to-illuminate-norwich-cathedral/) _2026-08-13 · elizabethhumphries · Diocese of Norwich_ Norwich Cathedral’s ancient architecture is set to be illuminated in spectacular style by an immersive experience inviting people of all ages to be wowed by a unique journey through time. \[…\] The post Immersive lighting spectacular Time by Luxmuralis to illuminate Norwich Cathedral appeared first on Diocese of Norwich . ## [Prayer Walks: Join us as we pray together](https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/prayer-walks-join-us-as-we-pray-together/) _2026-08-13 · elizabethhumphries · Diocese of Norwich_ Join people from across the Diocese of Norwich as we pray for God’s mission in our communities. All are welcome to join us on Tuesday 1 September as we gather \[…\] The post Prayer Walks: Join us as we pray together appeared first on Diocese of Norwich . ## [Celebration of Licensed Lay Ministers Day](https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/celebration-of-licensed-lay-ministers-day-2/) _2026-08-12 · elizabethhumphries · Diocese of Norwich_ Everyone is welcome to attend our celebration of Licensed Lay Ministers day on Saturday 19th September at 10.30am at Norwich Cathedral. Please pray for the following people who are to \[…\] The post Celebration of Licensed Lay Ministers Day appeared first on Diocese of Norwich . ## [Service of Prayer for Thetford was ’emotional’](https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/service-of-prayer-for-thetford-was-emotional/) _2026-08-11 · elizabethhumphries · Diocese of Norwich_ Following a week of disturbances in Thetford which saw several nights of unrest after crowds attempted to enter the homes of suspected asylum seekers, a service of prayer took place \[…\] The post Service of Prayer for Thetford was ’emotional’ appeared first on Diocese of Norwich . ## [One platform, from silicon to agent (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/VnVDlqJ9CFiT) _2026-08-11 · **Sponsored**_ Serverless inference plus Inference Router to optimize cost and latency at scale. ## [Helen’s story: Retirement leads to unexpected paths in ministry](https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/helens-story-retirement-leads-to-unexpected-paths-in-ministry/) _2026-08-11 · elizabethhumphries · Diocese of Norwich_ I’m Helen, Bishop’s Adviser for Licensed Lay Ministry — though I never imagined retirement would take me here. After 35 years teaching, faith was always my anchor, but ministry was something \[…\] The post Helen’s story: Retirement leads to unexpected paths in ministry appeared first on Diocese of Norwich . ## [Harry’s story: Finding faith as a young man working in nightclub security](https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/finding-faith-as-a-young-man-working-in-nightclub-security/) _2026-08-11 · elizabethhumphries · Diocese of Norwich_ My name is Harry and I’m 22 and I do security and retail in nightclubs. I used to come into a church during the day and read from the bible, \[…\] The post Harry’s story: Finding faith as a young man working in nightclub security appeared first on Diocese of Norwich . ## [Liz’s story: My faith led me to this vocation](https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/faith-and-vocation-in-communications/) _2026-08-11 · elizabethhumphries · Diocese of Norwich_ My name is Liz and I am the Communications Manager at the Diocese of Norwich. I love writing, meeting people and telling their stories which led me to a career \[…\] The post Liz’s story: My faith led me to this vocation appeared first on Diocese of Norwich . ## [Fiona’s story: From lunch-break prayer to pioneer priest](https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/from-lunch-break-prayer-to-pioneer-priest/) _2026-08-11 · elizabethhumphries · Diocese of Norwich_ Fiona Munn was a Norwich GP when she realised she was being called to serve as a priest on urban estates. “Several years ago, my husband and I went to \[…\] The post Fiona’s story: From lunch-break prayer to pioneer priest appeared first on Diocese of Norwich . ## [Should I Run for Mayor of Woodstock?](https://jordankent.substack.com/p/should-i-run-for-mayor-of-woodstock) _2026-08-02 · Jordan Kent · The Political North by Jordan Kent_ This isn't a campaign launch. It's the beginning of a conversation. ## [How Life Can Change With A Single Phone Call.](https://jordankent.substack.com/p/how-life-can-change-with-a-single) _2026-07-27 · Jordan Kent · The Political North by Jordan Kent_ On July 13, our family received a phone call that changed everything. As my Poppa faces advanced stage metastatic prostate cancer, we are holding onto faith, cherishing every moment, & asking our community to keep him, Nana and my family in your prayers. ## [In My Opinion, Ontario Liberal Interim Leader John Fraser Should Appoint Heino Doessing in Hamilton East–Stoney Creek.](https://jordankent.substack.com/p/in-my-opinion-ontario-liberal-interim) _2026-07-17 · Jordan Kent · The Political North by Jordan Kent_ The Ontario Liberal Party Has a Chance to Build on Momentum Instead of Starting Over In Hamilton East-Stoney Creek. ## [St Martins Summer Fun Day](https://stmartinshousing.org.uk/st-martins-summer-fun-day/) _2026-07-17 · Holly Cardy · St Martins_ Come along to Under 1 Roof on Friday 7th August for St Martins Summer Fun Day! The family-friendly event is free of charge and will run from 10am-2pm. The post St Martins Summer Fun Day appeared first on St Martins . ## [Big Tent Politics: Week Three](https://jordankent.substack.com/p/big-tent-politics-week-three) _2026-07-15 · Jordan Kent · The Political North by Jordan Kent_ Celebrating 100 articles published on this Substack since launching in January 2026. Thank you all for your support and continued readership. ## [The Next Chapter of New Leaf Liberals: From "The Guys in a Group Chat" to a Movement for the Future](https://jordankent.substack.com/p/the-next-chapter-of-new-leaf-liberals) _2026-07-13 · Jordan Kent · The Political North by Jordan Kent_ We Were Never Just a Group Chat ## [Ask the crowd: AI or not (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/CxWeYgydU7nQ) _2026-07-13 · **Sponsored**_ Get a transparent verdict from verified humans via web, RSS, or API. ## [The Ontario Liberal Party Doesn't Have a Volunteer Problem. It Has an Engagement Opportunity.](https://jordankent.substack.com/p/the-ontario-liberal-party-doesnt) _2026-07-12 · Jordan Kent · The Political North by Jordan Kent_ The next era of the Ontario Liberal Party won’t be built by finding more volunteers. It will be built by empowering more members to become leaders. ## [Big Tent Politics: Week Two](https://jordankent.substack.com/p/big-tent-politics-week-two) _2026-07-08 · Jordan Kent · The Political North by Jordan Kent_ In Week Two of this Five Week Series, I ask Can You Disagree Without Becoming the Enemy? ## [The Ontario Liberal Leadership Race Needs a Bigger Question: What Is Your Ontario?](https://jordankent.substack.com/p/the-ontario-liberal-leadership-race) _2026-07-07 · Jordan Kent · The Political North by Jordan Kent_ The Ontario Liberal Party doesn't just need a new leader. It needs a new story to tell about Ontario. ## [Norfolk Wildlife Calendar 2027](https://stmartinshousing.org.uk/norfolk-wildlife-calendar-2027/) _2026-07-07 · Helen Baldry · St Martins_ Local photographer Ian Lindsay contributed the pictures for a stunning Norfolk Wildlife Calendar for 2027. The post Norfolk Wildlife Calendar 2027 appeared first on St Martins . ## [Rob Cerjanec's Exit Leaves a Void in the Ontario Liberal Leadership Race](https://jordankent.substack.com/p/rob-cerjanecs-exit-leaves-a-void) _2026-07-05 · Jordan Kent · The Political North by Jordan Kent_ There are moments in politics when a candidate leaves a race and not much changes. ## [Another London](https://eastofelveden.com/2026/07/02/another-london/) _2026-07-02 · East of Elveden · East of Elveden_ Trinity Buoy Wharf, down by the River Thames on the Leamouth peninsula in Poplar, is a place where the past is deeply layered. It is also somewhere that seems to beckon an uncertain future. Even to reach it is to cross some sort of temporal boundary, from humdrum modern metropolis to another London where the Continue reading "Another London" ## [Another London](https://eastofelveden.com/2026/07/02/another-london/) _2026-07-02 · East of Elveden · East of Elveden_ Trinity Buoy Wharf, down by the River Thames on the Leamouth peninsula in Poplar, is a place where the past is deeply layered. It is also somewhere that seems to beckon an uncertain future. Even to reach it is to cross some sort of temporal boundary, from humdrum modern metropolis to another London where the Continue reading "Another London" ## [Steve offers stability through support at Webster Court](https://stmartinshousing.org.uk/steve-offers-stability-through-support-at-webster-court/) _2026-06-19 · Helen Baldry · St Martins_ Steve is team leader at Webster Court. His advice for anyone considering adult social care is “Just do it. You never know unless you try.” Click to read about his career choices that led to work at St Martins and his progress since he's worked here. The post Steve offers stability through support at Webster Court appeared first on St Martins . ## [Putting People First in Supported Housing](https://stmartinshousing.org.uk/putting-people-first-in-supported-housing/) _2026-06-12 · Helen Baldry · St Martins_ At a recent Westminster Insight conference, St Martins’ Director and Deputy Director of Homeless Services, Maria and Stacey, brought more than 40 years of combined experience to the national conversation. Their session focused on housing people with experience of rough sleeping and the realities of delivering high‑quality supported housing in a system under pressure. The post Putting People First… ## [Sustainable work along the river](https://stmartinshousing.org.uk/sustainable-work-along-the-river-st-martins-litter-pick/) _2026-06-11 · Holly Cardy · St Martins_ The Sustainability Group of St Martins have been very busy recently, focusing on their current goals of Life on Land and Climate Action The post Sustainable work along the river appeared first on St Martins . ## [Very little helps us quite a lot, actually!](https://stmartinshousing.org.uk/very-little-helps-us-quite-a-lot-actually/) _2026-06-08 · Helen Baldry · St Martins_ The sale of Tesco style plastic bags branded with Banksy’s name and the reworked slogan ‘very little helps’ has raised £2,500 so far for St Martins. The post Very little helps us quite a lot, actually! appeared first on St Martins . ## [Through Sarsen Fields – Avebury revisited](https://eastofelveden.com/2026/06/04/through-sarsen-fields-avebury-revisited/) _2026-06-04 · East of Elveden · East of Elveden_ I had been keen to revisit Avebury for a while. This Neolithic stone circle, a World Heritage Site set within the rolling chalk country of north Wiltshire, holds a special place in my heart. This time I planned to approach it differently. Rather than just park up at the English Heritage car park and do Continue reading "Through Sarsen Fields Avebury revisited" ## [Have you seen the Cloak of St Martin?](https://stmartinshousing.org.uk/have-you-seen-the-cloak-of-st-martin/) _2026-05-18 · Helen Baldry · St Martins_ A large red wooden structure has popped up on Almary Green near the entrance of Norwich Cathedral. The church-like form houses a torn red cloak - come and see the Cloak of St Martin for yourself and reflect on themes of community, history and social justice. The post Have you seen the Cloak of St Martin? appeared first on St Martins . ## [New Chief Executive appointed for St Martins](https://stmartinshousing.org.uk/new-chief-executive-appointed-for-st-martins/) _2026-05-12 · Helen Baldry · St Martins_ David Powles is to join St Martins as the charity's new Chief Executive. David is a long-standing supporter of St Martins, having worked closely with us during his time as editor of the EDP, as a volunteer, and as a valued member of our Advisory Board. The post New Chief Executive appointed for St Martins appeared first on St Martins . ## [Charity Golf Day at Eaton Golf Club](https://stmartinshousing.org.uk/charity-golf-day-at-eaton-golf-club/) _2026-04-21 · Helen Baldry · St Martins_ Eaton Golf Club in Norwich is holding their Captain's Charity Golf Day in support of St Martins on Friday 26th June The post Charity Golf Day at Eaton Golf Club appeared first on St Martins . ## [Isfahan: Half the World](https://eastofelveden.com/2026/03/16/isfahan-half-the-world/) _2026-03-16 · East of Elveden · East of Elveden_ Esfahan nasf-e jahan est ( Isfahan is half the world ) and rank Isfahan among those rarer places, like Athens and Rome, which are the common refreshment of humanity. Robert Byron The Road to Oxiana Isfahan, so the Persian phrase goes, is half the world . This, the third largest city in Iran, has quite a reputation Continue reading "Isfahan: Half the World" ## [Isfahan: Half the World](https://eastofelveden.com/2026/03/16/isfahan-half-the-world/) _2026-03-16 · East of Elveden · East of Elveden_ Esfahan nasf-e jahan est ( Isfahan is half the world ) and rank Isfahan among those rarer places, like Athens and Rome, which are the common refreshment of humanity. Robert Byron The Road to Oxiana Isfahan, so the Persian phrase goes, is half the world . This, the third largest city in Iran, has quite a reputation Continue reading "Isfahan: Half the World" ## [Chalk to Church exhibition, St Margaret’s Gallery, Norwich](https://eastofelveden.com/2026/02/22/chalk-to-church-exhibition-st-margarets-gallery-norwich/) _2026-02-22 · East of Elveden · East of Elveden_ I am currently involved in an art exhibition at St Margaret s Gallery, St Benedicts St, Norwich. The exhibition is mixed media, with paintings by Poppy Mathews (@poppymathewsart) and photographs and text by me. It is all very flint-themed and, for my part at least, relates closely to my recent book. Some of the text is Continue reading "Chalk to Church exhibition, St Margaret s Gallery, Norwich" ## [Flint Country – Category Winner in East Anglian Book Awards 2025](https://eastofelveden.com/2026/01/17/flint-country-category-winner-in-east-anglian-book-awards-2025/) _2026-01-17 · East of Elveden · East of Elveden_ LATEST NEWS I m delighted to announce that Flint Country has won the the General Non-Fiction category for the 2025 East Anglian Book Awards. It was up against some very worthy opposition and I am thrilled that it has been chosen by the prize committee. The 2025 category winners are: ## [Edward Street](https://www.invisibleworks.co.uk/edward-street/) _2025-11-26 · Nick · Invisible Works_ This piece of wall on Edward Street in Norwich is just to the rear of Access to Music. It’s has puzzled me for years, it’s clearly a relict piece of something. What has always seemed odd about it is the angle compared to the road line – it juts out almost into the path. I’ve \[…\] The post Edward Street first appeared on Invisible Works .