Members of the College of Bishops have voted unanimously to endorse a statement by two Anglican Communion bodies which calls for an emergency meeting of the G7 to commit to vaccine equity. Bishop Ruth spoke about the issue on BBC Somerset on Sunday.
Husband and wife, Imogen and Jon Ball undertake a joint curacy
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From the wilds of Exmoor to Africa and back again a journey of faith inspired by two continents
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We pray for all our #newrevs as they prepare for their ordination at Wells Cathedral on Saturday 25 September.
An unconventional journey
A creative curacy
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An unexpected question
“It's been quite a journey since I became a Christian so much has happened.â€
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A new A-Z guide for those living in clergy housing is now available on the diocesan website. The guide contains the information needed to clarify the responsibilities of living in a clergy home and to help clergy and their family enjoy their home.
Nominations are now in for the Diocese of Bath and Wells General Synod and they will be available to be questioned at Hustings over Zoom on either Saturday, 18 September at 9.00am (for clergy representatives), or Wednesday, 22 September at 7.00pm(for lay candidates).
Hope in a world often divided by misunderstanding and intolerance
Raising awareness of human trafficking and modern slavery
It's Suicide Prevention Day on 10 September. Diocesan counsellor, Sally Walters, signposts some places to get help and support.
The diocese is in the process of reshaping its support team to ensure there is a staffing structure in shape to support the diocese's vision of Living and Telling the Story.
Can you undertake a practical response to climate change this Creationtide?
"Strive to safeguard the integrity of creation, and sustain and renew the life of the Earth."
As part of the process to identify the next Bishop of Bath & Wells, the diocese will be holding a public meeting and webinar on Zoom at 7.00pm on Monday, 20 September. Find out how you can join in.
After 18 months of uncertainly, with the Royal Bath and West Show having been cancelled in 2020, over the August bank holiday weekend, a different and scaled down Bath and West Country Festival took place at the showground. Although there were parts of the traditional show missing, lots of trade stands, food and entertainment was on offer for people of all ages.
This August bank holiday weekend was back in the fields overlooking the harbour town; with reduced capacity, lots of hand sanitiser, fresh air and a great line up on the three stages.
Diocese says farewell for Elizabeth Harper who has passed away.
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