The lecture will look at both textual and material data related to the Hebrew Bible regarding women’s worship and rituals. Taking into consideration new research on the religious pluralism in ancient Israel, Dr Jeffers will redraw the boundaries between private and public worship spaces as a means to reassess the place of women in the ancient Israelite religious landscape. Furthermore, Dr Jeffers will look at a number of female figures e.g. Huldah, the unnamed woman of Endor, Zipporah, Tamar, Nehushta,…

Inspired for the Future - a day of celebration to mark 25 years of Women's ordination to the priesthood. A study morning of reflection and conversation with Dr Paula Gooder and Professor Esther Mombo will be followed by a special Eucharist. The President will be the Bishop of London, the Rt Rev'd Sarah Mullally DBE, the Preacher the Venerable Dr Jane Steen plus the Soul Sanctuary Gospel Choir. Service Flyer

An event organised by the LSE Library on July 18th at 1pm. A lunchtime talk by Lisa Wright who was one of the first women to be ordained in March 1994, and one of the first ordained deacons in 1987. Her talk will explore her experiences as a priest and the early history of the Movement for the Ordination of Women, which was founded in 1979 campaigning for women’s ordination until 1994. There will also be a chance to have…

Good God! Sexuality and Gender Equality in the Church Impossibility or Imperative? An event organised by St Mark’s Church, Broomfield Road, Sheffield, S10 2SE   This is a day for those who want to see change within the Church of England. It is an opportunity to spend time together exploring how we can develop a strongly positive theological voice in these areas. Our lead speaker is Andrew Foreshew-Cain (chaplain of Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford) one of the voices behind “Equal”,…

Celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the Ordination of Women as Priests Newcastle Cathedral: Sunday 22 September, 4pm The Revd Canon Clare MacLaren, Bishop Christine and the Dean of Newcastle invite you, and all who wish to attend, to join them at Newcastle Cathedral for a celebratory service to mark this momentous occasion – the 25th anniversary of the ordination of the first women priests in the Church of England. Bishop Christine will preside over this Eucharistic service and clergy…

Our AGM is ON SATURDAY - 5th October. Please let us know if you are coming! Our speaker will be the First Church Estates Commissioner, Loretta Minghella, while Bishop Anne Hollinghurst will preside at the Eucharist. Please note that the precise time may change slightly nearer the time once final logistics are sorted and confirmed. Here’s what to expect The AGM is in two parts, 11am-Noon & 1.45pm-3pm Free to attend, but please tell us you’re coming Email Eve with…

Revd Dr Emma Percy, WATCH Chair, invites you to explore writing prayers and liturgies in a supportive environment. Timetable: 10:30 for refreshments 11:00 our day begins Bring your own lunch Places and prices: To attend, please register with [email protected] Places are limited. Attendance is free to members of WATCH. A £10-15 donation to WATCH is suggested for non-members. (Cash/cheque offered on the day.) Coming to the Deanery:  Enter Christ Church college on foot via St Aldates Gate or Canterbury Gate (latter…