This weekend and on 11 November, church communities across Bath and Wells will come together to remember the courage and sacrifice of all those who have served in our armed forces, those who gave their lives in the cause of freedom and those who continue to serve in conflicts around the world. This year carries a special significance as we reflect on the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, remembering all those who lost their lives.
We also remember all victims of war and conflict, both past and present and offer prayers for a world united in peace.
A prayer for Remembrance Sunday
Ever-living God
we remember those whom you have
gathered
from the storm of war into the peace of
your presence;
may that same peace
calm our fears,
bring justice to all peoples
and establish harmony among the nations,
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Resources
Resources are available from the Church of England website.
Churches Together have resources for Remembrance Sunday available to download or order, including an order of service, Powerpoint presentations and free ebook versions of Beyond Our Tears: Resources for Times of Remembrance.
Remembrance Services
Services will be held at churches throughout Bath and Wells, for more information about services in your area go to A Church Near You
Wells Cathedral
Remembrance Sunday Eucharist
Sunday 9 November, 11.00 a.m.
An Act of Remembrance at 11.00 a.m. will be woven into the Cathedral Eucharist starting at 10.30 a.m. All are warmly invited to attend this service.
Act of Remembrance on Armistice Day
Tuesday 11 November, 11.00 a.m. (gathering at 10.50 a.m.)
Wells Cathedral War Memorial, North Transept (by the Clock)
Join the Cathedral and the wider community for a short, dignified Act of Remembrance at 11.00 a.m., including the two‑minute silence that marks the moment the guns fell silent in 1918. The service will include the traditional Last Post and Reveille, with all invited to arrive a little early to ensure seating and take part in this growing, solemn gathering.
Wells Cathedral has a programme of Remembrance exhibitions, talks, workshops and services, marking this 80th anniversary year of the end of the Second World War.
Bath Abbey
Remembrance Sunday • 9 November
8.00am - Holy Communion
10.30am - Parish Communion for Remembrance Day
2.00pm - Civic Service of Remembrance
6.30pm - Informal Service
Armistice Day • 11 November
8.30am - Morning Prayer
11.00am - Act of Remembrance and two minutes silence
3.00pm - Royal Commonwealth Society Service of Remembrance, including the Military Wives Choir
5.30pm - Evening Prayer
Taunton Minster
Remembrance Sunday 9 November
09:30 A Civic Service of Remembrance at Taunton Minster, followed by a parade and a wreath-laying ceremony at the war memorial in Vivary Park.