Manna interview: Going greener
4th April 2023Sue Carpenter explains how St James, Taunton is caring for creation in its church grounds for the benefit of the wildlife, the church and the local community.
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Bishop's letter: The joy of Easter
4th April 2023Bishop Ruth shares a message for Easter
Manna feature: Coming together to care for creation
4th April 2023It’s been three years since Bath and Wells declared a climate emergency and committed to Net Zero by 2030. During that time church communities have been making changes in a host of ways, all doing their bit to care for creation and help us achieve our goals, and in November we achieved A Rocha’s Bronze Eco Diocese status.
Bishop's Letter: February 2023
25th January 2023Bishop Michael shares his thoughts on ministry in the February issue of the Manna mailing.
Manna feature: Giving life to our churches
25th January 2023What does ministry look like where you are? Does it look the same as it did five years ago? In Bath and Wells we have been encouraging the bubbling up of a variety of ministries – lay and ordained – as we seek to release the gifts of all and, in the process, help to give life to the Church.
Manna interview: We can do it!
25th January 2023Julian Spicer is one of nine Lay Worship Assistants licensed in Quantock Towers benefice last year. Find out more about their ministry
Manna interview: Inspiring Faith
13th December 2022Mark Felstead, who attends St James’ Church, Preston Plucknett, talks about his faith and the 2023 Everyday Faith event he has helped to organise.
You are invited!
5th December 2022Everyone is invited to follow the star and join us at church services and other ways this Christmas. Why not invite a friend to come along to your church this year?
Offering a warm welcome
27th November 2022The community in and around Wiveliscombe has come together to offer support to their Ukrainian guests, which will be vital over Christmas.
A wealth of ministries: a message from Bishop Ruth
28th June 2022Bishop Ruth reflects on the ways in which the wealth of the Church is seen.
Manna feature: So will I!
28th June 2022Join us at the celebration of lay ministries at Wells Cathedral on Saturday, 2 July.
Manna interview: the streets are paved with prayer
28th June 2022We hear from of the speakers at the Celebration of Lay Ministries, Dave Knight, Chairman for Taunton Street Pastors.
Manna interview: A uniting faith
7th April 2022Andrew Avramenko, a curate at St Stephen's & St Mary's, Bath who has Ukrainian connections, reflects on the importance of hope in challenging times.
Manna interview: A pioneering journey
11th January 2022Trevor James became a pioneer in Keynsham in November 2019. Read more about his journey.
Manna interview: A safe space to think, discuss, pray and reflect
20th December 2021Assistant Curate and Chaplain Ruth Motion shares her thoughts on the LLF course.
Living in Love and Faith: join the conversation
20th December 2021Church communities across Somerset are being encouraged to take part in a process of learning and praying together as part of discerning a way forward for the Church in relation to matters of identity, sexuality, relationships and marriage.
Interview: A time to celebrate
30th November 2021Emily Hatton, who features in our Advent campaign, prepares for her first Christmas as a Youth Minister
Interview: A community approach to ending modern slavery
20th October 2021An interview with volunteer, Sian Owen, who runs the Hidden Voices, a Modern Slavery Support group in Bridgwater.
Modern Slavery: a message from Bishop Alastair
20th October 2021Bishop Alastair asks, "Our church faces many challenges about funding, organisation, credibility and appropriate approaches to mission. Where might modern slavery fit in?"
Manna interview: Time to step up
10th June 2021Manna interview: Dr Peter Brotherton, is Lead Director for Climate Change at Natural England, the government's agency for the natural environment, and Environment Officer for Peterborough Diocese.
