Connect week ending 23 November 2024
22nd November 2024All the latest news and information from the Diocese of Bath and Wells
News
New Deputy Lieutenants appointed
22nd November 2024The Revd Prebendary Narinder Tegally, Lead Chaplain at the RUH, Bath and Interfaith Adviser for Bath and Wells, and Caroline Boddington, Senior Non-Executive Chapter Member of Wells Cathedral, have been named as two of five new Deputy Lieutenants appointed to support the Lord-Lieutenant, His Majesty’s personal representative in Somerset.
A Grand Organ Experience at Wells Cathedral
23rd October 2024Exmoor church organist is treated to the opportunity to play the grand organ at Wells Cathedral
Joyous reopening at All Saints Weston in Bath
16th October 2024Hundreds celebrate with a community lunch inside the newly transformed building
Faith, hope and mental health
11th October 2024A special day of reflection, at St George’s Church focusing on mental health and how it relates to our faith.
Nature Photography Festival celebrates beauty and diversity of Chew Valley
11th October 2024Centred around a wildlife photography competition that attracted close to 500 entries, the festival provided an opportunity to come together to think about and pray for creation.
Churches welcome visitors for Heritage Open Days
27th September 2024“Deeply valued the opportunity to connect with people, hear their stories and journey alongside them."
More than 300 enjoy special day out organised by St Francis Church, Bridgwater
26th September 2024The Holiday Club, run by St Francis of Assisi Church run for more than 25 years, arose in response to the community’s needs.
InSpired heritage grant for Porlock
13th August 2024The Parochial Church Council of St Dubricius Church in Porlock has been awarded a £179,335 grant by The National Lottery Heritage Fund to conserve the spire and roof of St Dubricius Church, Porlock
Making a pilgrimage to Wells Cathedral
26th July 2024Pilgrims from the Benefice of Ilminster and Whitelackington share in the Cathedral’s worship
Portishead Church unveils giant recycled fish at the Portishead Summer Show
24th July 2024The fish is part of a large seascape, developed over the past few months by the church community with the assistance of local schools and organisations for the show
Churches can now apply for free portrait of the King
9th July 2024Churches have until 15 August to apply for the free, framed portrait of HRH King Charles.
National 'battle of the bells' competition comes to St John's Church Chilcompton
6th June 2024Ten teams from around the country will compete for the coveted Taylor Trophy, in the final of The National 12 Bell Striking Contest.
Honoured for empowering girls in Uganda
5th June 2024Vicki Beach, who received an MBE for her work supporting girls in education, has also set up brass band and is appealing for donations of instruments for the young musicians.
St James's Church, Yeovil welcomes Indian congregation
31st May 2024Around 100 people came together at St James for the first gathering of Mar Thoma Church, an Indian congregation that will be meeting at St James for worship every two months.
11 year old from Locking Church is one of the youngest elected bell ringers
31st May 2024Sophie Taylor, inspired by her father, James, discovered her passion for bell ringing a year ago
Fomer Churchwarden honoured for his services to his community
24th May 2024Harry Meade from Goathurst, has been awarded the British Empire Medal.
Outdoor sketching group encourages members to explore faith more deeply
21st May 2024Drawing On meets in Collett Pak, Shepton Mallet every week to connect with nature and express their creativity through drawing.
Plans to create a permanent base for Haywood Village Church are launched
10th May 2024“God has done amazing things at Haywood village so far. It is exciting to see how he will build his church and how the plans will come to fruition.”
A chance to celebrate God's wonderful creation on Earth Day
9th May 2024Flax Bourton Church brings family and friends together to enjoy activities, exhibitions, food and fun all based around caring for creation.
