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Young Leaders Learnng Hub gets off to a great start

23rd October 2024

The Hub, established in partnership with Movement, is designed to support young leaders by offering a collaborative space to learn.

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Two new deacons are ordained

11th October 2024

Smiles all round as Dean Hallett and Sarah Rowden are ordained by Bishop Michael in Galmington surrounded by friends and family.

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Three new bishops in Zambia

24th September 2024

The former world mission adviser and Zambia-link co-ordinator for the diocese of Bath and Wells reflects on their consecration

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New lead for Mission Support and Ministry Development team

12th September 2024

Julia Hill has been appointed as the new Head of Mission Support and Ministry Development.

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Archbishop Justin joins the 24 hour Wave of Prayer

9th September 2024

"A wonderful 24 hours"

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Revd Craig Philbrick becomes volunteer Lifeboat Chaplain Weston-super-Mare RNLI

13th August 2024

"He will be an asset to the well-being of our dedicated crew who volunteer their time to save lives at sea.”

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Empowering the next generation

19th July 2024

Diocese of Bath and Wells in partnership with Movement launch the Young Leaders Learning Hub

Young Leaders Learning Hub

Celebrating Lay Ministries in Bath and Wells

26th June 2024

Coming together to give thanks for all that lay people give to the life of the church and to their community

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A life dedicated to serving others

26th June 2024

"My heart is for those on the edge of church, for those who want to explore faith but would rarely walk through the doors of a church building."

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Listening to God's call - embracing the path to ordination

26th June 2024

“God was active in my life and present daily.”

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We welcome the new Dean of Wells

26th June 2024

The Very Revd Toby Wright, has been installed as the Dean of Wells

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The Revd Charlie Peer to be the next Archdeacon of Bath

30th May 2024

Charlie Peer has been appointed as the new Archdeacon of Bath replacing Adrian Youings who is leaving to take up a leading role with a Christian charity.

Charlie Peer appointed as new Archdeacon of Bath

Fomer Churchwarden honoured for his services to his community

24th May 2024

Harry Meade from Goathurst, has been awarded the British Empire Medal.


Outdoor sketching group encourages members to explore faith more deeply

21st May 2024

Drawing On meets in Collett Pak, Shepton Mallet every week to connect with nature and express their creativity through drawing.

Drawing On sketch group organised by Pioneer Gill Sakakini

Marking the 30th anniversary of the ordination of women to the priesthood

16th May 2024

'You did not choose me, but I chose you and I appointed you to go out and bear fruit - fruit that will last.'

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30th anniversary of the ordination of women priests

25th April 2024

All are welcome to attend a Eucharist to celebrate 30 years of the ordination of women priests at Wells Cathedral at 17:15 on Tuesday, 14 May 2024.

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Chrism Eucharist: A time of renewal, blessing and reflection

26th March 2024

Affirming the ministry of all God's people: bishops, clergy, deacons, readers, and all those in lay ministries across the diocese; and the whole people of God. 

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Diocesan Synod gathers in Weston-super-Mare

18th March 2024

Synod discussed the vision for the diocese, the Common Fund methodology proposals and heard from Sharon Prentis Deputy Director of the Racial Justice Unit.

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Opening up a flexible path to lay ministry

18th January 2024

Releasing the gifts of all in Bath and Wells will become a lot easier thanks to the introduction of the lay ministry pathway, a more flexible and adaptable approach for those training in different lay ministries, such as Lay Worship Assistant (LWA) and Lay Pastoral Assistant (LPA).

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Silent Vigil for Peace in Bath

21st November 2023

An chance to come together, to pause, reflect and stand in solidarity with the parts of the world where there is conflict, injustice, and unrest.

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