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Manna article: Growing chaplaincy

28th September 2023

At a time when we are hearing about the growing secular nature of our society, it may be surprising to hear that, in Bath and Wells, almost every month there is a call from an organisation enquiring about getting a chaplain. Find out more about how chaplaincy is growing in Bath and Wells

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A new chaplaincy for St Dunstan's

30th August 2023

At the start of a new term Fr Kieron Rowley reflects on the relatively new chaplaincy at St Dunstan's Secondary School in Glastonbury

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School Chaplain Wendy Hester give us an insight into her role

25th August 2023

"I am so thankful to God for the unique role chaplains have and what I personally have as a chaplain. It has been a great privilege to be the link between school and the church outside".

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Senior Force Chaplain receives a Lifetime Service Award

18th July 2023

Andy Paget, Senior Force Chaplain with Avon and Somerset Police, is recognised for his 27 years service

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More than 1,700 children from 55 schools attended Pilgrim services

16th July 2023

The services were held at Wells Cathedral, Bath Abbey and Taunton Minster

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The Celebration of Lay Ministries

16th July 2023

Giving thanks and celebrating all those who have given their time, talents and gifts to their churches and their communities.

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We welcome two new Anna Chaplains

30th June 2023

Pam Southam and Rachel Moore Anna Friend join a growing network of Anna Chaplains in Bath and Wells.

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Dropping 29 meters down the church tower

31st March 2023

Abseilers over come their fears to raise funds for school chaplaincy which provides pastoral support for students and staff.


Bath and Wells first chaplain to a golf club is appointed

15th November 2022

Keen golfer Mary Dolman offers support to everyone at her local club in Satford.


Commissioned as an Anna Chaplain at Wells Cathedral

5th August 2022

Enabling and inspiring ministry with older people, within and beyond the churches.


Chaplain receives Honorary Fellowship from Bath Spa University

29th July 2022

'A great and rare honour and not something often awarded by universities to retiring staff.'


Somerset End of Life Conference

26th May 2022

Conference considers 'working in partnership to deliver person-centred spiritual care with compassion and creativity'.


Are you called to be with older people and to offer spiritual care?

20th May 2022

We've signed a licence which makes it even easier for individuals and churches to connect with Anna Chaplaincy


Courts Chaplaincy Comes to Taunton

11th March 2022

The team will be there to serve staff and users at the magistrate's court.


New team of chaplains to support the elderly is commissioned

10th February 2022

The Anna Chaplains will be present with people, offering spiritual care, in Care Homes and across the community.


Moving into the time of light

27th January 2022

A countryside view from our Hedgerow Chaplain.


Seven new pupil chaplains at St John's School in Wellington

9th November 2021

They promise to pray, learn about and share God's love, in the playground and all around the school.


Revd Kate Scott, the new Bishops' Chaplain

1st November 2021

We welcome Kate to her new post at the Bishops' Palace and say a fond farewell to Revd Canon Dr Graham Dodds as he retires.


Bishop Ruth asks us to 'Fix our eyes on Jesus' in her address to Synod

30th July 2021

'Jesus, the one in whom all we need can be found, and the one who holds out his hand to lift us from the fear'


Martin Gillmore - a life remembered

5th February 2021

Prayers have been said for Martin Gillmore, Bath and Wells Diocesan Chaplain among nomadic people, who died at the weekend.

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