HeartSpace at Gordano School
13th May 2026Over 220 students at Gordano school, recently visited the school library to experience HeartSpace and the 14 reflection stations specially created there.
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SIAMS Day
13th May 2026Last week, school leaders from across the diocese gathered for annual diocesan SIAMS support days, providing valuable opportunities for training, reflection, discussion and networking.
Pupils celebrate first year of Cameley Café
12th May 2026Pupils from Cameley Church of England VC Primary School and Nursery, Temple Cloud celebrate a year of serving cups of tea and slices of cake in the community café.
Diocese bids farewell to Archdeacon Anne
11th May 2026People from across Wells Archdeaconry, our diocese and our cathedral community gathered at Wells Cathedral on Sunday afternoon (10 May) to give thanks for the ministry of Anne Gell, and to say farewell.
Ian Mills to be next Rector of Bath Abbey
11th May 2026It has been announced that the Revd Dr Ian Mills is to be the next Rector of Bath Abbey. Ian is currently the Rector of Benefice of Chew Valley West and Area Dean of Chew Magna in the Diocese of Bath and Wells.
Celebrations for the return of the 292 year old church clock
6th May 2026The clock at St Edward’s Church, Goathurst, has been a central feature of village life since it was presented to the church in 1734. Its restoration and return were celebrated with a special gathering at the church.
Jonathan LLoyd to be Acting Archdeacon of Wells
1st May 2026During the coming months, the Venerable Jonathan LLoyd will be the Acting Archdeacon of Wells, following the departure of Archdeacon Anne in May.
Saying farewell to Archdeacon Anne
1st May 2026All are invited to say farewell to Archdeacon Anne at Wells Cathedral Evensong at 15:00 on Sunday, 10 May.
Week of Prayer for Children and Young People (6 – 10 July)
1st May 2026During the first week of July, we are inviting churches and schools, families and individuals, to pray for children and young people, as part of our 2026 Year of Prayer.
St Stephen's Church, Bath get environmental support from local students
1st May 2026Using 3D laser scanning and community engagement to decarbonise and unlock new uses for St Stephen’s Church, University of Bath students help the Grade II* listed historic church plan a low-carbon future
May Manna mailing and Prayer Calendar
1st May 2026The May issue of the Manna mailing. This month's issue of our parish mailing focuses on caring for creation, with input from Holy Trinity Frome and Net Zero Adviser Dan Wills, and a letter from Bishop Michael.
Racial justice event encourages churches to listen, learn and act
30th April 2026The Racial Justice in Trouble Times event was held jointly with Racial Equality North Somerset (RENS) at Emmanuel Chruch in Weston super Mare.
Talking Money Matters in 2026
30th April 2026There are two opportunities this year to gather all those involved in money matters across our diocese, from Treasurers, to Gift Aid Secretaries, Planned Giving promoters and everyone in between.
Celebrating Earth Day
30th April 2026Gold Eco Church Award winners, Flax Bourton continued their environmental journey, coming together with their community for a day of activities focused on environmental action to mark Earth Day.
One Body, One Tree, One Life
30th April 2026A unique exhibition featuring candid photographs of church members has been designed and created by Bath and Wells, Young Adult Representative to General Synod
How much could you do with a ‘Growing Churches’ grant?
29th April 2026Did you know that the Diocesan Board of Finance offers mission grants of up to £5000 to encourage and support churches seeking to try something different in order to reach new people with the story of Jesus?
Coat of Hopes arrives in Bath and Wells
17th April 2026The Coat of Hopes, a special patchwork coat carrying the hopes of hundreds of people which is passing through our diocese as part of a nationwide pilgrimage responding to the climate crisis.
Education Spring Term Report
16th April 2026It's been a very busy Spring term for our 182 church schools and the Education team here in Bath and Wells, and we'd like to share a round up with you, so here is our school report!
Gathering in Wells for the Chrism Service
14th April 2026Hundreds of clergy, lay leaders and people from across the diocese gathered at Wells Cathedral for the Chrism Service in Holy Week, to reaffirm their ministerial vows, marking a time of renewal and commitment.
Plans for improved school sanctuary space to provides student pastoral support
14th April 2026Minehead Middle School has launched a fundraising campaign to support plans for a new chaplaincy, centred on the work of its Pastoral Support Mentor, Juls Haddow.
