Interim Diocesan Secretary for the diocese
Rosemary Pearce has joined the diocese as interim Diocesan Secretary. Rosemary’s appointment recognises the considerable demand of the additional responsibilities…
From the bishops
Facing the financial challenges together
Firstly, I want to take this opportunity to say a huge ‘thank you’ for all that you do, particularly what…
New housing guide for clergy
A new A-Z guide for those living in clergy housing is now available on the diocesan website. The guide is…
Stepping down as Lay Chair of Diocesan Synod
At Diocesan Synod on 28 July Mary Masters formerly stepped down from her role as Lay Chair. Mary, who has…
Bishop Ruth asks us to ‘Fix our eyes on Jesus’ in her address to Synod
In her address to Diocesan Synod (28 July), Bishop Ruth reflected on the two sides of water; a destructive force…
New bishop: have your say!
As part of the process of finding our new bishop, people across the diocese are being asked to share their…
Bath & Wells reps prepare for last General Synod of their term
Last week Bishop Ruth and the diocese’s current General Synod members met in person for the first time since the…
People from across the diocese come together to say farewell to Bishop Peter
Today, with the simple and symbolic act of laying down his crozier, Bishop Peter marked the end of his time…
Anti racism taskforce report welcomed by Bishop Ruth
The report published today by the Anti Racism Taskforce on racism in the Church of England has been welcomed by…
Bishop Peter and Bishop Ruth express sorrow at death of Prince Philip
Photo credit: PA News "On behalf of the Diocese of Bath and Wells and the people of Somerset, Bishop Ruth…