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.
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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.
Church Tent at Bath and West Show a sunny success
8th June 2023Prayer, reflection, conversation and children's activities were just a few of the things taking place at the church tent during the three-day event.
An invitation to families to celebrate Easter
16th May 2023'It was our privilege to reach out to the community and seek to share the Good News this Easter time.'
A Holy Week Messy Church event reflection
9th May 2023How the work amongst children and families at Holy Trinity Church in Yeovil is beginning to grow.
The Messy Church Goes Wild Roadshow comes to Somerset
28th April 2023People from across the diocese get hands on and experience of the new ‘Messy Adventures’ material.
Spending a penny
14th April 2023Villagers collect pennies for fund raising ring around the church challenge. The money raised will help pay for new facilities to make the church building fully usable by all the community.
Conflict and Reconciliation
13th April 2023Day course inspired by church windows created and gifted by former POW with thanks and reconciliation after WW2.
"An exciting journey with God and his people"
31st March 2023Students complete the CMS Certificate in Pioneer Mission run in partnership with the Dioceses of Truro and Salisbury.
