Praying through Lent - a new resource is now available
28th January 2026A collection of simple daily ideas to help you pray through Lent.
News
Celebrations as 7 people are baptised
28th January 2026'When I emerged from the water, I felt like a new creation. In that moment, an overwhelming sense of full acceptance washed over me!'
Beautiful banners adorn our churches
28th January 2026If you visit St James Church in Taunton, you will be fortunate to see the first in a series of banners created by a group of church members.
Bishop Michael shares his joy and sends warm wishes to Bishop Sarah Mullally DBE
28th January 2026Today a special service will mark the date that Bishop Sarah Mullally DBE legally becomes the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury.
Bell ringing family win award
27th January 2026The sound of church bells ringing is something we all love to hear, but anyone who has ever tried it will know that it takes a lot of skill, plenty of practice and also gives you a good workout! In Taunton, three members of the same family, Angela Henderson, Jackie Henderson and Harry Thorne-Henderson have just achieved something very impressive – they’ve all been awarded the Association of Ringing Teachers’ (ART) highest level of achievement for students.
A Golden Celebration
26th January 2026On Sunday 25 January, Bishop Michael joined a packed congregation at St Michael and All Angels church in Flax Bourton, to celebrate their fantastic achievement in being the first church in our diocese to be awarded the A Rocha Gold Eco Church Award.
Deadline reminders for parish and church officers
22nd January 2026Find out more information and download the supporting documents and resources.
House of Bishops shares letter to the Church about Living in Love and Faith
16th January 2026The House of Bishops has shared a letter to the wider Church of England setting out the next steps it proposes with respect to Living in Love and Faith (LLF) which explores the Church’s approach to identity, sexuality, relationships and marriage.
Measure today, change tomorrow: EFT now open to submissions
15th January 2026The Energy Footprint Tool (EFT) is now open for submissions. Completing the EFT is part of our shared journey to net zero and supports the Church’s fifth mark of mission, to care for creation.
Safeguarding Newsletter for January
15th January 2026This month’s Safeguarding Newsletter, is packed with important updates and opportunities to get involved.
Archdeacon of Wells announces departure
15th January 2026Anne Gell, Archdeacon of Wells, is to step down from her roles in Bath and Wells in May this year.
'An especial focus on prayer'
2nd January 2026Bishop Michael invites us all to join in the Diocese of Bath and Wells Year of Prayer in 2026.
January Manna mailing and Prayer Calendar
2nd January 2026The January issues of Manna mailing and the Prayer Calendar are now available to download and read.
Ask the animals: And they will teach you
2nd January 2026A new teaching programme encourages parishioners to think about the significance of animals in the Bible, and what the stories about them can teach us in 2026.
St Nicholas, Kittisford, honoured by the Choral Evensong Trust
2nd January 2026The parish church of St Nicholas, Kittisford, has received the Choral Evensong Trust Patronal Festival of the Year Award for 2025.
Bishop Michael's Christmas Sermon
25th December 2025"The invitation today is to do just as did Mary, Joseph and the shepherds. It’s to meet with Jesus."
Bishop Michael's Christmas Message
17th December 2025For this year's Christmas message Bishop Michael visited St Peter's Community Centre in Yeovil.
A warm welcome for Bishop Michael as he films this year's Christmas message
17th December 2025Staff and volunteers at St Peter’s Community Centre, in Westfield, Yeovil, share their story with Bishop Michael as he joins them to film his Christmas message.
More than 6,000 pupils and staff gather online for Collective Worship
16th December 2025For the first time in Somerset, more than 6,000 pupils and staff from schools across the region came together as one big family for a time of shared reflection and celebration.
Chaplaincy visits – Hinkley Point C and 40 Commando RM
16th December 2025On a recent visit to West Somerset, Bishop Michael and Archdeacon of Taunton, Simon Hill were delighted to spend time at both Hinkley Point C construction site and 40 Commando RM.
