‘Inspirational’ day for Churchwardens
2nd August 2023On Saturday, 29 July, over 40 churchwardens attended the first of this year’s Churchwardens’ Days. The next opportunity for churchwardens from across our diocese to gather is 23 September 2023.
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Safeguarding Newsletter July 2023
28th July 2023Ben Goodhind, Safeguarding Manager for the Diocese of Bath and Wells has shared his July newsletter for Parish Safeguarding Officers and all those who want to keep up to date with the latest news from the safeguarding team.
Praying for children and young people in our communities
19th July 2023During the first week of July, churches, individuals and schools joined in a Week of Prayer for Children and Young People.
Spree South West 2023
18th July 2023Those who made the journey from Bath and Wells declare it, "The best Christian experience of my life"
Senior Force Chaplain receives a Lifetime Service Award
18th July 2023Andy Paget, Senior Force Chaplain with Avon and Somerset Police, is recognised for his 27 years service
More than 1,700 children from 55 schools attended Pilgrim services
16th July 2023The services were held at Wells Cathedral, Bath Abbey and Taunton Minster
The Celebration of Lay Ministries
16th July 2023Giving thanks and celebrating all those who have given their time, talents and gifts to their churches and their communities.
Exploring God’s story through the arts
13th July 2023"What a wonderful course ... full of encouragement, ideas, awe and wonder.''
Bishop Michael & Bishop Ruth join a group of young adults on pilgrimage to Taizé
13th July 2023Each year tens of thousands of young pilgrims make the trip to the small village of Taizé in central France to share in the community's way of life.
Wells Cathedral Special Visitation Determination and Direction
13th July 2023The Rt Revd Michael Beasley, Bishop of Bath and Wells has published the Determination and Directions resulting from the Special Visitation to Wells Cathedral
Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust celebrates its 10th birthday
11th July 2023The schools Trust marks the milestone with a jumper tying world record.
Working together to achieve Net Zero
7th July 2023The closing date for filling out your Energy Footprint Tool (EFT) has been extended to 31 August 2023
Bath and Wells to pilot new cascade model of Launchpad
7th July 2023The new model will see the diocese partnering with Youthscape but delivering Launchpad themselves.
Learning about spirituality through prayer
6th July 2023Pupils at Trull Church of England VA Primary School explore themes of serving and giving, music and fellowship
Safeguarding newsletter - June 2023
30th June 2023The latest newsletter from the Safeguarding team is now available
Celebrating our link with Zambia
30th June 2023Bishop Michael talks with Archbishop Albert Chama ahead of Zambia - Bath & Wells Sunday
We welcome two new Anna Chaplains
30th June 2023Pam Southam and Rachel Moore Anna Friend join a growing network of Anna Chaplains in Bath and Wells.
Bishop's letter: What a joy!
28th June 2023In his letter to parishes this month, Bishop Michael talks of the joy of supporting and nurturing our young people.
Manna feature: Supporting our schools
28th June 2023In Bath and Wells we are blessed to have 182 Church of England schools. While they each support their children in their own unique way, their values are underpinned by the Church of England’s values of wisdom, hope, community and dignity. Supporting our schools with their own unique talents are our school governors.
Celebrating St Aldhelm at Sherborne Abbey
28th June 2023Every school and church dedicated to St Aldhelm was invited to Sherborne Abbey for a mini festival on the green followed by a service in the Abbey.
