Shining a light on a modern problem
6th October 2025St Mary’s Church, Bridgwater will be marking Modern Slavery Day (18 October 2025) with an art exhibition on the theme of 'the hidden', from 17 to 19 October.
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Churchwardens gather in Wells for an encouraging day of connection and guidance
3rd October 2025More than 60 churchwardens attended Churchwardens’ Day at Flourish House. It was an opportunity for those serving across the diocese to encourage each other, as well as learn about resources and support available.
Welcoming the new Archbishop of Canterbury
3rd October 2025Bishop Michael responds to today's announcement from Downing Street, naming the Rt Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally DBE as the next Archbishop of Canterbury.
Bishop Michael responds to Manchester synagogue attack
2nd October 2025Bishop Michael has shared a message following this morning's terrorist incident in Manchester.
New Prebendaries for Wells Cathedral
1st October 2025During Choral Evensong at Wells Cathedral prebendaries: Edward Baynton-Coward, Caroline Mason, Tracey Staples and Alison Vercoe were installed as members of the College of Canons.
Exhibition shows the history, variety, and workmanship of clergy vestments
30th September 2025Fashionable Faith at St John’s Church in Frome will showcase the history of ecclesiastical vestments
Churchyard bioblitz supports journey to silver Eco Church award
30th September 2025Members of Keinton Mandeville Church joined forces to record species of insects, plants, trees, and birds. The event, which was held as part of the monthly Faith and Fun all ages service, is part of their Eco Church journey.
Gathering to celebrate Harvest and first birthday of new church
26th September 2025On Sunday the 21 September Orchard Grove Church and All Saints Church in Trull held a joint celebration at a local farm. More than 100 people of all ages gathered together to worship.
Coming together to celebrate caring for creation
24th September 2025People from across our diocese with a care for the environment came together at Flourish House, Wells on Monday, 22 September, for a Service of Celebration for Creation. Bishop Michael joined the diocesan environmental team and environmental champions from across the diocese to reflect on environmental matters and celebrate God’s wonderful creation.
Capturing the beauty of creation at the Chew Valley photography competition
23rd September 2025More than450 entries are received for the Nature Photography competition celebrating and giving thanks for God's wonderful earth.
World-wide prayer for peace
19th September 2025Christians are being called to be part of prayer for peace in the Holy Land, on UN World Peace Day, Sunday 21 September.
New school leaders induction and commissioning
19th September 2025New School Leaders are welcomed into the Diocese of Bath and Wells Education family and enjoyed Evensong at Wells Cathedral together followed by a reception with Bishop Michael at The Bishops Palace.
Life to the Max: One of the best things I do all year!
19th September 202528 young people from clergy families across our region gathered at the Mendip Activity Centre near Churchill for the annual Life to the Max residential.
2,500 Somerset school children come together in worship
18th September 2025On Monday, 15 September, over 2,500 primary and middle school children, plus school staff, from 20 schools across Somerset took part in the first of what will be a regular opportunity to join together online in worship throughout the academic year.
Organist marks 82 years of service to the church
16th September 202594-year-old Roy Jukes first began playing the organ in church when he was just 12 years old
Bath Abbey climate protest response
15th September 2025Bishop Michael has responded to the climate protest held at Bath Abbey on Saturday.
A statement from Bishop Michael following the death of the Duchess of Kent
5th September 2025We hold the Duke of Kent and all the Royal family in our prayers today
St Mary's Chard supports families with food bags during the school holidays
3rd September 2025"There are a number of families really struggling. This additional resource makes a real difference."
Redress Scheme data breach by Kennedys Law LLP
1st September 2025Bishop Michael responds to the data breach by Kennedys Law LLP, who are responsible for administering the independent safeguarding Redress Scheme for the Church of England.
Churches benefit from free Green Energy grants and Carbon Surveys
26th August 2025St John's Church Keynsham, is awarded a £15,000 grant towards the cost of its new environmental heating system.
