Highlighting the plight of modern slaves on Anti Slavery Day
20th October 2023Slavery is happening in every town, city and in rural communities. It is the most vulnerable of our society that are at risk of exploitation.
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St. John's Church - unique art exhibitions inside the church
16th October 2023Bringing beautiful, thought-provoking creativity to Highbridge, which can come into conversation with the beauty and depth of the Christian faith.
Bath Spa University welcomes its first full-time University Chaplain
4th October 2023"Katy’s chaplaincy offers the students and staff at Bath Spa a spiritual paradigm though which to explore and understand life."
Welcoming our new Readers
3rd October 2023”It is that sense of determination that pervades Reader ministry across the diocese, that determination to serve Jesus Christ as trained and licensed theologians in the wide variety of different ways that Readers are called to do.”
Pioneer Minister organises village fundraising event
15th September 2023"A great opportunity to take the church out of the building."
Bishop Michael visits the Giant's Garden in Frome
15th September 2023"A place that’s restoring people, helping the environment and showing our love and care for each other."
A transformative garden project takes root.
15th September 2023A community garden with growing space for young adults is being established on land neglected and forgotten for more than ten years
St George’s Wilton Community Fridge has officially opened
4th September 2023St George’s Wilton Community Fridge has officially opened, launching its efforts to combat food waste within the local community.
A seaside baptism: St. Peter's Portishead
31st August 2023On a sunny Sunday in July, the community of St. Peter’s, Portishead gathered for the baptism of youth member Jacob. The church joined together and worshiped on the beach before heading down to the waterfront for the ceremony itself.
How churches have been helping their communities this summer
31st August 2023Throughout the school summer holidays, churches across Bath and Wells have been providing chances for community support through a blend of food, faith, and enjoyment.
Pioneer Mission students come together to study, share ideas and explore faith
10th August 2023'The start of an exciting shared journey into all God has for the students as they venture deeper into their pioneer vocation.'
Reflections from the young adult pilgrimage to Taizé
3rd August 2023'I am inspired by the life at Taizé, how for one week thousands of people can be gathered in community in the face of cultural, religious, theological, and social differences.'
Spree South West 2023
18th July 2023Those who made the journey from Bath and Wells declare it, "The best Christian experience of my life"
More than 1,700 children from 55 schools attended Pilgrim services
16th July 2023The services were held at Wells Cathedral, Bath Abbey and Taunton Minster
Bishop Michael & Bishop Ruth join a group of young adults on pilgrimage to Taizé
13th July 2023Each year tens of thousands of young pilgrims make the trip to the small village of Taizé in central France to share in the community's way of life.
Bath and Wells to pilot new cascade model of Launchpad
7th July 2023The new model will see the diocese partnering with Youthscape but delivering Launchpad themselves.
Penny challenge to help raise funds to be able to 'spend a penny'
21st June 2023Young and old take part in the 'spend a penny' challenge to raise funds for a new church toilet.
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Safe Families Somerset 5 Year Celebration at Taunton Minster
21st June 2023Bishop Ruth recently (17 June) joined Safe Families to mark their five-year anniversary working with the local authority in Somerset in a service at Taunton Minster. They are also holding an online information evening on Thursday, 22 June at 19:30 for anyone interested in hearing more about the charity’s work.
Bringing a Christian dimension to Glastonbury Festival
19th June 2023The Church will be well represented at Glastonbury this year. The Church Tent returns and you may also see Revd David McGeoch, St John's Glastonbury, on his rounds around the site as Chaplain as well as Revd Diana Greenfield, Pioneer Chaplain.
Meet Bath and Wells #NewRevs
9th June 202313 new Deacons will be ordained at Wells Cathedral.
