News


New Chair for the Diocesan Board of Education as Tony Blackshaw steps down

8th June 2021

Tony Blackshaw, who has been Chair of the Diocesan Board of Education for the last three years, is stepping down today (8 June 2021). He will be replaced by Tracey Khodabandehloo, who recently retired from school leadership after 25 years as a head teacher in church schools.


Caring for creation - join us on the pathway to Net Zero this June

3rd June 2021

In June it is hoped that Covid restrictions will be lifted and most activities can return to normal. June is also the month in which we celebrate Environment Sunday (6 June) and when the G7 nations meet in Cornwall for their climate conference, so it is an appropriate time to consider how we can take steps to care for our planet.


Bath Abbey exhibition to tell story of colonialism and slave trade

26th May 2021

Bath Abbey is to hold an exhibition revealing its links to colonialism and the transatlantic slave trade through the history of its monuments and ledgerstones. The 'Monuments, Empire and Slavery' exhibition will run from 24 May to 4 September 2021, with a panel discussion on 25 June.


St Mary's, East Brent to receive £50,000 grant aid

25th May 2021

The community of St Mary's in East Brent are celebrating following confirmation they're to receive a grant of £50,000 from Viridor Credits through the Landfill Communities Fund, which means they can begin much needed roof repairs on the Grade 1 listed building.


Service of Thanksgiving for God's Faithfulness

25th May 2021

'A beautiful balance of witness, thanksgiving, sharing and prayer.' celebrating the completion of the set-up phase of the Pioneer Project.


People from across the diocese come together to say farewell to Bishop Peter

22nd May 2021

Bishop Peter's laid down his crozier in the service from Wells Cathedral.


Join us in our farewell to Bishop Peter

19th May 2021

Join us and watch Bishop Peter's farewell service followed by his farewell tea.


Bishop Peter dedicates chapel wall art in one of last official engagements

18th May 2021

Bishop Peter dedicated a textile artwork in the Bishop's Palace chapel in one of his last official engagements before he retires on Saturday.


Ascension Day ascent with a difference

18th May 2021

Since 1883, students at the Kings of Wessex Academy in Cheddar have been ascending the church tower at St. Andrew's church on ascension day, to look out over the magnificent views and mark their moving on from the school to pastures new. Unfortunately for the second year in a row, they have been unable to due to Covid. Despite this however the tradition continued this year in virtual form.


Young people get planting for community project

18th May 2021

The Saturday Club children from St. Dubricius Church have done an amazing job planting 120 plants along the church railings.


Bishop Peter to say farewell after seven years

14th May 2021

Bishop Peter is to retire as Bishop of Bath and Wells following an online service from Wells Cathedral on 22 May


Seven years of serving Bath & Wells

14th May 2021

Take a look back at seven years of Bishop Peter's time in the Diocese of Bath and Wells


Recognised as one of Somerset's unsung coronavirus heroes

11th May 2021

Revd Alison Waters receives a Somerset Medal for her work supporting the local community during lockdown


Guidance to help churches and cathedrals address questions of contested heritage

11th May 2021

The Church of England has published new guidance for parishes and cathedrals addressing concerns over memorials with links to slavery and other contested heritage.


Could you be a school governor?

10th May 2021

Can you offer your support our schools?


Providing a floating support to boating community

6th May 2021

Members of St Michael's Without, in Bath, volunteer their narrow boat for use as a food hub and a Covid-19 vaccine clinic during the pandemic


Marriage registration changes

6th May 2021

The way in which marriages are registered has changed. It will mean the paperwork will be a little different for clergy and administrators. 


New Interfaith Adviser appointed

5th May 2021

We are pleased to announce the appointment of the Reverend Canon Professor David Thomas as the new diocesan Interfaith Adviser.


Thy Kingdom Come 2021

5th May 2021

Light up the world with prayer. New resources and lots of ways churches, families and individuals can be involved.


Could you become a Diocesan Ambassador for the Children's Society?

29th April 2021

Jess Meale from the Children's Society outlines what the role involves and how you can work with the charity.

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