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School Chaplaincy Helpers Day

13th June 2025

Chaplain Helpers from Holy Trinity School have their own special day at Holy Trinity Church learning about their role and how they can help and support others in their school.

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Now Is the time

12th June 2025

Rosanna Blewett, one of Bath and Wells #NewRevs talks about her journey to ordination. She will be ordained deacon at Wells Cathedral in June.

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Every step guided by God

12th June 2025

“It’s taken time. But now it’s the right time. And I trust that God will give me what I need to do what He’s asked me to do.” One of Bath and Wells new ordinands reflects on her faith journey.

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Trusting through uncertainty

10th June 2025

Susannah Padiachy who will be ordained deacon at Wells Cathedral in June shares how much of her life has been shaped by God's call.

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Answering the call to serve

10th June 2025

After 28 years with the Avon and Somerset Police Force former police officer, Mike Dyne is now preparing for ordination.

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From lab coat to collar

10th June 2025

One of our new ordinands, Lorna Hasell shares her journey of faith from biochemist to answering God’s call to ministry.

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An art project encourages faith reflections for a group of young people

28th May 2025

'I never imagined this project would spark such deep conversations and draw others in.'

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Bubble Church at Trendlewood

28th May 2025

A Sunday church service especially for babies, toddlers, and young families.

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Bishop Michael writes to MPs ahead of third reading of assisted dying bill

15th May 2025

Ahead of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill debate in Parliament on Friday (16 May 2025), Bishop Michael has written to MPs serving communities across Bath and Wells.

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Bishop Michael visits Zambia

15th May 2025

Bishop Michael’s return visit to Zambia last week was an opportunity to talk about the future of the Zambia Bath and Wells link.

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Remembering the world’s seafarers in our prayers on Sea Sunday

15th May 2025

Port chaplains share the vital role of seafarers worldwide and highlight the importance of remembering them on Sea Sunday each year.

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A new Chair for the Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust

15th May 2025

We delighted to welcome Andrew Warren to his new role as Chair of the BWMAT

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Churches, schools, individuals & youth groups take part Lent Cross Challenge

8th May 2025

Many posted their photos online and some schools and churches used their crosses in assemblies and services.

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Week of Prayer for Children and Young People (7- 11 July)

7th May 2025

This year’s Week of Prayer for Children and Young People will focus on different ages and stages and will run from Monday 7 to Friday 11 July.

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Registration open for diocesan Budget Consultation 2025

2nd May 2025

From 9 June to 9 July there will be an opportunity for people from the parishes to attend a session to discuss the plan for a three-year budget for the Diocesan Board of Finance (DBF).

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Faith. Vision. Action. The St Paul’s Gift Day story.

2nd May 2025

Thanks to the generosity of the people of St Paul’s Church in Weston-super-Mare a Gift Day held at the church helped raise around £100,000.

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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.

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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."

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Faith and fresh water, a family are baptised together in a local village stream

24th April 2025

Their decision to be baptised outdoors reflected both the family's growing faith and their deep appreciation for nature.

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Bishop Michael leads the Easter dawn service at which 12 people are confirmed

20th April 2025

As 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.

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