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Join the fight against modern slavery

20th October 2021

On Anti-Modern Slavery Day, churches across Somerset were lit in bright red as part of the Clewer Initiative's campaign to show their stand against modern slavery. Clewer is the national work of the Church of England to combat modern slavery. They support churches across the country to help tackle it where they are, especially with their Hidden Voices programme.


LecDeck Year C launched!

19th October 2021

After the successful launch in October 2019, the LecDeck youth and children's ministry resource is kicking-off the 2021/22 lectionary year with the launch of Year C and the updated LecDeck App for Android and Apple iOS.


Marking Anti-Slavery Day

15th October 2021

Coming together to help end the exploitation of people everywhere. Could you be an Ordinary Activist?


World faith leaders send urgent climate appeal ahead of COP26

14th October 2021

Future generations will never forgive us if we squander this precious opportunity.


Celebration of Lay Ministries

13th October 2021

Giving thanks for all those who have responded to God's call upon their lives


Meeting old friends and welcoming new ones at the annual Reader Day Service

7th October 2021

Licensing a new Reader and welcoming those new to the diocese


Enabling Ministries discussion at Area and Lay Deans Conference

1st October 2021

Area and Lay Deans from around the diocese met in person on Tuesday, 28 September, for the first time since the start of the pandemic. They all met at Ammerdown Retreat Centre for their annual conference, hosted by Bishop Ruth.


New Safeguarding Manager appointed

30th September 2021

Ben Goodhind has been appointed as the new Safeguarding Manager for the diocese. He replaces Glenys Armstrong, who leaves the diocese next week after eight years, during which she has served both the diocese and the national safeguarding team.


A new church school

29th September 2021

Bishop Ruth joins teachers and pupils at the new King Ina CofE Academy in Somerton and shares a very special gift with them.


Official unveiling of the Bible Chat Mat Mural

28th September 2021

The whole school community worked together to create something very special which reflects the school's Christian values.


'16 new deacons in the Church of God'

25th September 2021

Celebrating the Ordination of Deacons at Wells Cathedral


Bishop Ruth joins call for vaccine equity

22nd September 2021

Members of the College of Bishops have voted unanimously to endorse a statement by two Anglican Communion bodies which calls for an emergency meeting of the G7 to commit to vaccine equity. Bishop Ruth spoke about the issue on BBC Somerset on Sunday.


#NewRevs 2021 Imogen and Jon Ball

21st September 2021

Husband and wife, Imogen and Jon Ball undertake a joint curacy


#NewRevs 2021 - Cath Candish

17th September 2021

From the wilds of Exmoor to Africa and back again a journey of faith inspired by two continents


Bath and Wells #NewRevs 2021

16th September 2021

We pray for all our #newrevs as they prepare for their ordination at Wells Cathedral on Saturday 25 September.


#NewRevs 2021 - Larissa Trust

16th September 2021

An unconventional journey


#NewRevs 2021 Katy Partridge

16th September 2021

A creative curacy


#NewRevs 2021 John Rollings

16th September 2021

An unexpected question


#NewRevs 2021 Fiona Mayne

16th September 2021

“It's been quite a journey since I became a Christian so much has happened.”


New housing guide for clergy

16th September 2021

A new A-Z guide for those living in clergy housing is now available on the diocesan website. The guide contains the information needed to clarify the responsibilities of living in a clergy home and to help clergy and their family enjoy their home.

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