Diocesan Synod: March 2023
22nd March 2023Diocesan Synod met at the Canalside Centre on Saturday, 18 March. Find out more about proceedings.
News
Elizabethan chalices found in four neighbouring parishes
21st March 2023All four chalices, created during the reign of Elizabeth I, were discovered in churches in Allerton, Badgworth, Mark and Weare.
Join the Celebration of Lay Ministries
21st March 2023Celebrate, recognise and thank all those who have generously given their time, gifts and talents in their communities and churches.
Safeguarding news special: Safeguarding Dashboards
21st March 2023Read the latest news from the safeguarding team, including why you should be using your Safeguarding Dashboard
Cycling the Somerset border in support of young people
14th March 2023A member of St Mary’s Cannington is to cycle more than 600 miles to raise funds for PROMISEworks which suppports some of Somerset’s most vulnerable young people.
SIAMS inspectors praise school for its pastoral care
14th March 2023"A distinctive Christian vision which is clearly lived by the whole school community...ensuring the flourishing of pupils and adults alike."
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The first NIV audio Bible voiced fully by women from across the UK
7th March 2023Her Audio Bible UK, pioneered by a curate from Bath, is launched on International Women’s Day.
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Welcoming visitors from Zambia
3rd March 2023Fr Bernard Phiri and Fr Emmanuel Ngoma, two priests from the Diocese of Eastern Zambia, travelled to Bath and Wells to spend time with their link parishes.
Music at St Michael's bringing the community together
2nd March 2023Music in the community, for the community and led by the community taking place at St Michael and All Angels Church in Yeovil.
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Safeguarding newsletter: February 2023
2nd March 2023February's news from the Safeguarding team
Toddler Church grows as more families join in
2nd March 2023Parents and their young children enjoy learning, making connections and being part of the bigger church family.
Bath Abbey Unveils New Discovery Centre
1st March 2023Bath Abbey will be opening their new Discovery Centre, the final phase of the Footprint Project, on 7 March 2023. Located beneath the Abbey, the Discovery Centre is a unique heritage space that will allow visitors to peek behind the scenes of life at the Abbey and delve into the building’s history.
The Coronation of King Charles III
24th February 2023Join in with the special weekend of celebrations planned for the Coronation and find out more about the Church of England resources that available to help promote your events.
New vocations team leader for Bath and Wells
20th February 2023The Revd Matthew Frankum will be taking on the role of Vocations Team Leader when the Revd Sue Rose retires from the post at the end of June 2023. Matthew is currently the vicar at St Luke’s, Bath and has also been an Assistant Diocesan Director of Ordinands for Bath and Wells for three years.
Taking the church out to the people
17th February 2023A Warm Space that’s providing comfort and support in the local community.
Sold out performances of the latest play from St James Players
17th February 2023The Players, made up of members and friends of St James Church, Taunton, bring together a group of people of faith with an interest in fun, fellowship and fundraising.
Blessing and Celebration Day
16th February 2023Pupils and staff form human chain linking the two sites of the newly formed Herne View Church of England Primary school in Ilminster.
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Jonathan Foyle joins as Church Buildings Adviser
14th February 2023This week we welcome Jonathan Foyle who takes over as the Bath and Wells Church Buildings Adviser whilst Emma Brown is on maternity leave.
Prayers for God’s blessing for same-sex couples take step forward
13th February 2023The Church of England’s General Synod has welcomed proposals which would enable same-sex couples to come to church after a civil marriage or civil partnership to give thanks, dedicate their relationship to God and receive God’s blessing.
‘Sticks & Sausages’
10th February 2023Coming together outside for Forest Church in the beautiful Blackdown Hills.
