News


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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Licensing of a second full-time chaplain at Hinkley Point C

31st July 2024

"It is a real privilege to live for Jesus and share my faith in practical ways on this huge construction site"

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New church buildings adviser appointed

5th July 2024

Mark Lidster will be joining us as Church Buildings Adviser on Monday, 5 August 2024, replacing Emma Brown who left earlier this year.

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Bishop officially opens Two Rivers School

5th July 2024

Bishop Michael joined local dignitaries at Two Rivers Church of England Primary, Keynsham for the official opening of our newest church academy.

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Jonathan joins the Giving and Funding team

5th July 2024

Jonathan Philpott has been appointed as the Local Giving Adviser for Taunton and Wells archdeaconries.

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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 journey of faith and transformation

21st June 2024

Sam Thompson a former engineer talks about his calling to ordained ministry

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May/June Safeguarding newsletter

14th June 2024

All the latest news from the Safeguarding team

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National 'battle of the bells' competition comes to St John's Church Chilcompton

6th June 2024

Ten teams from around the country will compete for the coveted Taylor Trophy, in the final of The National 12 Bell Striking Contest.

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Honoured for empowering girls in Uganda

5th June 2024

Vicki 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.

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11 year old from Locking Church is one of the youngest elected bell ringers

31st May 2024

Sophie Taylor, inspired by her father, James, discovered her passion for bell ringing a year ago

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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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A chance to celebrate God's wonderful creation on Earth Day

9th May 2024

Flax Bourton Church brings family and friends together to enjoy activities, exhibitions, food and fun all based around caring for creation.

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RE conference welcomes 60 delegates from across the diocese

25th April 2024

An opportunity to meet other educators, to share ideas, and experiences.

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Bishop Michael's visit to Zambia

22nd April 2024

Bishop Michael is spending two weeks in Zambia and is visiting

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Changes to the strapline of our diocesan logo

12th April 2024

Living and telling the story of Jesus. Reflecting our desire to emphasis our diocesan vision more strongly, and explicitly name Jesus.

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Quantock Foodbank drives innovation with a fully electric mobile pantry

5th April 2024

The Quantock Foodbank, a vital lifeline for families in need, now has a fully electric vehicle to take groceries to outlying villages.

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Maundy Money 2024 recipients

24th March 2024

Philip Andrews and Jenny Jeffery have been honoured for their ministry and service to the Church and their communities

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Chrism Service at Wells Cathedral Tuesday 26 March

15th March 2024

People from across the diocese, lay and ordained, are invited to join the Holy Week service.

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