News


New Mission Development Team Leader and Chaplaincy Adviser

30th April 2025

We 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.

New appointments

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."

Orchard Grove Church Easter

Creating joy

17th April 2025

Sharing in creativity, connection and community at Axbridge Deanery Synod.

Axbridge Deanery Synod

We are pleased to announce the appointment of a new Diocesan Healing Adviser

4th April 2025

Cheryl Hawkins the vicar of St Andrew’s, Burnham on Sea took up her new role last month.

Cheryl Hawkins Diocesan Healing Adviser

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.”

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Bishop Michael visits Hinkley Point C to see the work of the chaplaincy team

14th February 2025

Bishop Michael and Archdeacon Simon Hill were shown around the 430 acre site where they saw the newly constructed nuclear reactors and turbines, and had the opportunity to meet Hinkley’s Construction Director.

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Reaching new homes with Orchard Grove Church

11th December 2024

Revd Jon Ball shares with Manna the hope created by reaching out to the community on a new housing development.

Orchard Grove Church

Celebrating Reader Ministry

3rd December 2024

“In response to God’s immense love for us, we seek to be God’s people, living and telling the story of Jesus.”

Readers Service 2023

More than 120 people are confirmed at Wells Cathedral

24th November 2024

...'their Christian journey has brought them to a new place, of commitment, of love, of God and a willingness to serve God in the world.'

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Young Leaders Learnng Hub gets off to a great start

23rd October 2024

The Hub, established in partnership with Movement, is designed to support young leaders by offering a collaborative space to learn.

Young Leaders Learning Hub

Two new deacons are ordained

11th October 2024

Smiles all round as Dean Hallett and Sarah Rowden are ordained by Bishop Michael in Galmington surrounded by friends and family.

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Three new bishops in Zambia

24th September 2024

The former world mission adviser and Zambia-link co-ordinator for the diocese of Bath and Wells reflects on their consecration

New Zambia bishops 2024

New lead for Mission Support and Ministry Development team

12th September 2024

Julia Hill has been appointed as the new Head of Mission Support and Ministry Development.

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Archbishop Justin joins the 24 hour Wave of Prayer

9th September 2024

"A wonderful 24 hours"

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Revd Craig Philbrick becomes volunteer Lifeboat Chaplain Weston-super-Mare RNLI

13th August 2024

"He will be an asset to the well-being of our dedicated crew who volunteer their time to save lives at sea.”

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Empowering the next generation

19th July 2024

Diocese of Bath and Wells in partnership with Movement launch the Young Leaders Learning Hub

Young Leaders Learning Hub

Celebrating Lay Ministries in Bath and Wells

26th June 2024

Coming together to give thanks for all that lay people give to the life of the church and to their community

Celebration of Lay Ministries 2024

A life dedicated to serving others

26th June 2024

"My heart is for those on the edge of church, for those who want to explore faith but would rarely walk through the doors of a church building."

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Listening to God's call - embracing the path to ordination

26th June 2024

“God was active in my life and present daily.”

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We welcome the new Dean of Wells

26th June 2024

The Very Revd Toby Wright, has been installed as the Dean of Wells

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