A Peace Dove Project is launched with the help of the local community
30th April 2025The project at St John's Church in Keynsham brings the whole town together to share a message of peace and hope
News
New Mission Development Team Leader and Chaplaincy Adviser
30th April 2025We are delighted to announce that following interviews Jonathan Philpott has been appointed as Mission Development Team Leader and Richard Kelley has been appointed as Chaplaincy Adviser.
A message from Bishop Michael to our brothers and sisters in Clifton Diocese
26th April 2025On the day of His Holiness, Pope Francis' funeral, Bishop Michael has written to Bishop Bosco, the Bishop of Clifton, to share with him a message for the people of the Diocese of Clifton, as we hold them and all our brothers and sisters in the Catholic Church in our prayers today.
Orchard Grove Church, Trull celebrates its first Easter with the local community
25th April 2025"Thank you, Lord for working in people's hearts on Orchard Grove, and for the life you give to us because of your cross and resurrection."
Bath & Wells Interfaith Advisor, offers prayers for Pope Francis
25th April 2025Revd Prebendary, Narinder Tegally, Bath and Wells Bath Interfaith Advisor and the Lead Chaplain and Staff Governor at the Royal United Hospital in Bath, expressed her condolences and offered prayers following the announcement of the death of Pope Francis.
Faith and fresh water, a family are baptised together in a local village stream
24th April 2025Their decision to be baptised outdoors reflected both the family's growing faith and their deep appreciation for nature.
A statement from Bishop Michael following the death of Pope Francis
21st April 2025He said, "In our sorrow we give thanks for all that Francis brought to the role of Pope"
Bishop Michael leads the Easter dawn service at which 12 people are confirmed
20th April 2025As the sun rose on Easter morning, outside Taunton Minster the community gathered to celebrate the resurrection of Christ and to witness the confirmation 12 people.
Creating joy
17th April 2025Sharing in creativity, connection and community at Axbridge Deanery Synod.
Transforming leader's approach to supporting young people’s faith formation
16th April 2025The Growing Faith Strategic Leaders Programme South-West Regional Pilot being led by the Diocese of Bath and Wells
Saying goodbye to Bishop Ruth at the Chrism Service in Wells Cathedral
15th April 2025More than 500 clergy, lay leaders and people from across the diocese attended the Chrism Eucharist and had to opportunity to say farewell to Bishop Ruth, who was attending her last service as Bishop of Taunton.
Creating Welcoming Communities
14th April 2025More than 140 people gather in Wells to think about creating welcoming communities as part of the School Leaders and Parish Partner Conference 2025
Lent Cross Challenge 2025 story so far
4th April 2025Right across the diocese schools, churches and families are joining in with in the Lent Cross Challenge.
Church schools unite in song for Easter celebration
4th April 2025Five Bath and North East Somerset primary schools have joined together for a virtual celebration this Easter.
“We Deserve a Seat at the Table”
4th April 2025Cesca Priestley, Youth Voice Lead, in Bath and Wells, reflects on why listening to young people is key to the Church’s future
We are pleased to announce the appointment of a new Diocesan Healing Adviser
4th April 2025Cheryl Hawkins the vicar of St Andrew’s, Burnham on Sea took up her new role last month.
Diocesan Budget Consultation 2025
4th April 2025Join us to learn more about how the life of the diocese is funded and supported and have your say.
St John's Midsomer Norton welcome Bishop Michael as part of Benefice Visit
4th April 2025“It was a wonderful occasion and made for a special time for everyone.”
Journeying towards Easter
3rd April 2025In Holy Week Bishop Michael will be out and about around the diocese, joining in with churches as we journey toward Easter.
Independent Safeguarding Audit of the Diocese of Bath and Wells
3rd April 2025An update from Bishop Michael and Ben Goodhind, Safeguarding Manager as the two-week safeguarding audit visit to the diocese by INEQE, the independent auditors appointed to evaluate the quality of safeguarding practice in all Church of England dioceses across the country, comes to an end.
