Bath and Wells #NewRevs 2021
16th September 2021We pray for all our #newrevs as they prepare for their ordination at Wells Cathedral on Saturday 25 September.
News
#NewRevs 2021 - Larissa Trust
16th September 2021An unconventional journey
#NewRevs 2021 Katy Partridge
16th September 2021A creative curacy
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#NewRevs 2021 John Rollings
16th September 2021An unexpected question
#NewRevs 2021 Fiona Mayne
16th September 2021“It's been quite a journey since I became a Christian so much has happened.â€
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New housing guide for clergy
16th September 2021A 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.
Join our General Synod nominees at our virtual hustings
16th September 2021Nominations 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).
Signs of Hope
16th September 2021Hope in a world often divided by misunderstanding and intolerance
Anti-Slavery Day on 18 October
16th September 2021Raising awareness of human trafficking and modern slavery
Is the struggle with mental health an ignored elephant in your church?
13th September 2021It's Suicide Prevention Day on 10 September. Diocesan counsellor, Sally Walters, signposts some places to get help and support.
Work on reshaping diocesan support team progresses
9th September 2021The 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.
Harvest for the Climate: A Gift of Trees
9th September 2021Can you undertake a practical response to climate change this Creationtide?
Celebrating Climate Sunday
8th September 2021"Strive to safeguard the integrity of creation, and sustain and renew the life of the Earth."
Join us at the on-line public meeting about our new bishop
8th September 2021As 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.
Graffiti Prayer Board a hit at the Bath and West Country Festival
7th September 2021After 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.
Prayer Tent back at Watchet Festival
6th September 2021This 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.
Farewell to a treasured friend and much loved colleague
3rd September 2021Diocese says farewell for Elizabeth Harper who has passed away.
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Blues in the Pews
2nd September 2021Bringing the community together to celebrate the gift of music. St John's Church in Highbridge have been awarded a grant to host a monthly music event called Blues in the Pews. It is an open mic and jam night featuring a house band and is open to everyone in the community.
Joining a national discussion on the rural church
1st September 2021Kathryn Tucker, Church Warden of Exford and General Synod member has been invited by the Archbishop of York to take part in the national discussions about the rural church. She is to join five others who have been selected to write a blog about the rural church for the national church website.
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Baptism in the River Frome
27th August 2021Five adults are baptised by full immersion in the river.
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