St. John the Evangelist Church in Highbridge took a fresh approach to their Christingle celebration by cutting down on the waste traditionally left behind Instead, they introduced an innovative “almost fully edible” Christingle and made angel wings from recycled milk containers.
Four farms around the diocese hosted 'Journey to Bethlehem', an interactive retelling of the Christmas story for younger children. In each location churches worked with farmers to welcome school groups onto the farm, to bring the story of Jesus’ birth to life.
Revd Jon Ball shares with Manna the hope created by reaching out to the community on a new housing development.
“In response to God’s immense love for us, we seek to be God’s people, living and telling the story of Jesus.”
It was an opportunity for pupil chaplains to connect with others from different contexts, learn more about their roles and to celebrate what they are doing together.
...'their Christian journey has brought them to a new place, of commitment, of love, of God and a willingness to serve God in the world.'
Diocesan Synod took place on Saturday (16 November), with nearly half of the members newly appointed and attending for the first time. Bishop Michael welcomed all the new members in his presidential address, before addressing the recent Makin Report and resignation of Archbishop Justin.
We hold all those preparing for Confirmation that they may be filled with the Holy Spirit, rooted in love and strengthened in faith.
A wonderful opportunity to talk, think, discuss and pray together.
The Hub, established in partnership with Movement, is designed to support young leaders by offering a collaborative space to learn.
Children from each class played a central part in the service, taking part in a performance, poetry reading, singing, and prayer.
Hundreds celebrate with a community lunch inside the newly transformed building
Centred around a wildlife photography competition that attracted close to 500 entries, the festival provided an opportunity to come together to think about and pray for creation.
“Deeply valued the opportunity to connect with people, hear their stories and journey alongside them."
The Holiday Club, run by St Francis of Assisi Church run for more than 25 years, arose in response to the community’s needs.
"A wonderful 24 hours"
Mike Haslam, our Chaplaincy Adviser and Mission Development Team Leader has been appointed to become the Director of Transforming Ministry in the Diocese of St Asaph in the Church in Wales.
“It is exciting to see something derelict being rebuilt and for such an important work as prayer. Somehow there is something truly biblical about praying in a gardener's shed."
"My experience at Taizé has been life-changing and I am very grateful that I got the opportunity to do it." Those who joined the Bath and Wells young people's pilgrimage share their experiences.
The fish is part of a large seascape, developed over the past few months by the church community with the assistance of local schools and organisations for the show
