St John's Foundation is delighted to announce the appointment of Reverend Andrew Avramenko as its new Chaplain. Andrew will join the charity on 10 August 2026, succeeding Reverend Jacky Wise, who has served St John's Foundation since January 2020.
Bishop Michael and the acting Archdeacon of Wells, Jonathan Lloyd, welcomed Father Ayoob Adwar, formerly a monk and priest of the Chaldean Catholic Church in Iraq.
Bishop Michael, who is a co-convenor of the Anglican Health and Community Network, has had a letter to the Times published today on the subject of tackling Ebola.
The film highlights and showcases some of the fantastic work and projects being undertaking in Bath and North East Somerset.
Petertide ordinations will take place on Saturday 27 June and Sunday 28 June across our diocese. Twelve people are being ordained as priests and six as deacons.
Ingrid Barnsley, one of this year's #NewRevs shares her journey to ordination.
Claire Morrish who will be ordained Deacon at Wells Cathedral 28 June, shares her journey to ordination #NewRevs
Introduced by Bishop Michael, our annual review shares a host of inspiring examples of people from around our diocese living and telling the story of Jesus throughout last year.
Jenny Stromberg, who will be ordained Deacon at Wells Cathedral 28 June, shares her journey to ordination #NewRevs
#NewRevs Elizabeth Alden, who will be ordained Deacon at Wells Cathedral 28 June, shares her journey to ordination
After storm damage left St George’s Church, Wembdon facing a major roof repair bill, the PCC quickly began exploring ways to raise the money needed.
Our armed forces are an integral part of our community in Bath and Wells and the death of three Royal Naval personnel in the Yeovilton helicopter crash in Devon is a cause of deep sorrow for us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this tragic incident.
The June issue of the Manna mailing, which is focused on the contribution of all those who volunteer to support the life of the church across our diocese, is now available to download
Churches across the Diocese of Bath and Wells spent around £1 million on energy last year - a striking reminder of why understanding and managing energy use is so important.
Bishop Fiona visits Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Taunton to commission a new Spirituality Trail, created in the school grounds, to invite pupils and staff to pause, listen and connect more deeply with God and with one another.
We are thrilled to welcome: Sharon Brien, Lisa Westlake, and Kamaria Ferguson
Eight clergy members from across our diocese, together with curates and lay leaders, have taken part in the fourth cohort of Launchpad training in Bath and Wells.
All the latest news and information from the Safeguarding team
Jo Stobart is to be the next Archdeacon of Wells and Residentiary Canon of Wells Cathedral. She will succeed Anne Gell who stepped down earlier this month after nine years in the role. Jo will be returning to Bath and Wells in the late autumn.
"It was a positive atmosphere of learning, encouragement, and shared conversation throughout the day."
