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Bishop Michael reflects on the Hereford Motion vote

21st July 2025

Synod members gathered in York early this month for a five-day summer group of sessions. On the Saturday, Synod members turned to a motion from the Bishop of Hereford calling for a redistribution of Church funds.

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'Throughout our ministry we have always worked together'

24th July 2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with Bishop Peter Price and his family on learning that his wife Dee has passed away.

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Diocesan Synod July 2025 - Called to walk together

24th July 2025

Diocesan Synod, together with the Annual General Meeting of the Diocesan Board of Finance, took place on Wednesday, 9 July at Flourish House, Wells.

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Building community brick by brick

23rd July 2025

Holy Trinity Church, Frome launches Brick Buddies an after school Lego club to help build friendships and connections with the wider community

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Budget Consultation comes to a close

23rd July 2025

The last session of the Budget Consultation has taken place. All of the feedback received has been shared with the Finance Group to inform the drafting of the budget.

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A personal reflection on the restoration of the Montacute clock.

21st July 2025

Churchwarden, Nic Laycock, shares his personal reflection on what he says he now sees to have been a God led spiritual journey.

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Reflection on being part of a multi parish benefice

18th July 2025

Gillian Smith from St Michael & All Angels, East Coker, shares the joys and challenges of living and worshipping in a multi-parish benefice.

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Nurture Hub opened to support pupil's wellbeing

18th July 2025

Bishop Michael joined Christchurch Primary School for the official opening and blessing of its brand-new Nurture Hub facility, a dedicated space designed to support the emotional and social wellbeing of its pupils.

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Pupils in Yeovil learning to make a difference

18th July 2025

Pupils at Holy Trinity Church School in Yeovil have been learning about the work of the international development agency Christian Aid and have raised more than £500 to support the charity’s work on tackling poverty.

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Bishop Michael shares a message following news of a bus crash on Exmoor

17th July 2025

Prayers are offered for all those affected and for the emergency services who are caring and supporting them.

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Safeguarding Audit results published

16th July 2025

The results of the independent review into safeguarding in the Diocese of Bath and Wells and Wells Cathedral have been published today. INEQE, who are in the process of evaluating the quality of safeguarding practice in all Church of England dioceses across the country, undertook the audit of Bath and Wells in March 2025.

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Bath Abbey launches fundraising appeal to create stained glass window

10th July 2025

Through the creation of a new stained glass window designed by renowned Bath-based artist Neil Ireson, Bath Abbey will celebrate the life of Saint Alphege, a Christian saint who was born in Bath in 953, became Abbot of Bath Abbey in the early 980s and Archbishop of Canterbury in 1006.

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A new community of contemplation at St Mary’s House, Frome

10th July 2025

Mary’s House Community (MHC), a new Christian community based in the former rectory of St Mary’s Church, is preparing to welcome its first residents.

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Two new chaplains appointed to Hinkley Point C

10th July 2025

The Lead and Night chaplains will join the team of chaplains who support workers at the site near Bridgwater. Chaplaincy provision at Hinkley is a partnership between EDF and Somerset Churches Together, with the funding provided by EDF.

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Rejoicing as Montacute church clock is returned

9th July 2025

Villagers, pupils from the local church school, and visitors to the village join St Catherine's Church community to mark this historic day

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Moving Up Celebrations in Taunton, Bath and Wells

8th July 2025

"...such a joy to join with nearly 3,000 children and staff from 96 Church of England schools in our diocese to celebrate and mark this important moment."

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Summer Safeguarding Newsletter

4th July 2025

With information about the latest training courses, news of the PSO events in Wells, updates on the Safeguarding audit and more

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Young musician thanks those who supported his fundraising concerts

4th July 2025

Anthony Knight raised more than £13,000 for Ukraine appeal following a series of concerts at churches throughout the diocese

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Worlebury St Paul’s Church School celebrates 150 years

4th July 2025

Bishop Michael joins anniversary celebrations, honouring the school's history and its lasting legacy within the local community

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A weekend of joy and celebration

30th June 2025

10 priests and 12 deacons are ordained at Wells Cathedral

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