Thy Kingdom Come 2026: ‘God with us’

Every day at for 23 hours, 45 mins
Please note that this event will not start until

'Thy Kingdom Come' is a global ecumenical prayer movement that invites Christians around the world to pray between Ascension Day and Pentecost (14 to 24 May 2026).This year’s theme, ‘God with us’, focuses on the presence of God through His spirit.

Daily prayers

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Christ Church

Christ Church, Gorsley, is a small rural church in Gloucestershire, close to the Herefordshire border, set in beautiful countryside with views of May Hill and the Malvern Hills.  

Christ Church has a peaceful and prayerful atmosphere.  Visitors and worshippers alike can be assured of a very warm welcome.                                                                                                                                                             

The churchyard is recognised as a key wildlife site by The Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust. It has a wide range of species of grasses and wild flowers, including five types of orchid, which are best seen in May/June.

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Parish Office
01531 821641
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Thy Kingdom Come 2026: ‘God with us’

Every day at for 23 hours, 45 mins
Please note that this event will not start until

'Thy Kingdom Come' is a global ecumenical prayer movement that invites Christians around the world to pray between Ascension Day and Pentecost (14 to 24 May 2026).This year’s theme, ‘God with us’, focuses on the presence of God through His spirit.

Daily prayers

More info

Safeguarding

Our parish of Christ Church Gorsley is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO), Annie Caulfield.
Our Diocese of Gloucester’s safeguarding pages (https://www.gloucester.anglican.org/about-us/safeguarding/) contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO.
If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact our PSO - Annie Caulfield - via the Benefice Number: 07397 100646
or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor telephone 01452 835516 (Office hours) or 07944 680320 (out of hours) or thirty one:eight tel 0303 003 1111 (weekend).
If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services.

Link to policies