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New Deputy Lieutenants appointed

22nd November 2024

The Revd Prebendary Narinder Tegally, Lead Chaplain at the RUH, Bath and Interfaith Adviser for Bath and Wells, and Caroline Boddington, Senior Non-Executive Chapter Member of Wells Cathedral, have been named as two of five new Deputy Lieutenants appointed to support the Lord-Lieutenant, His Majesty’s personal representative in Somerset.

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Diocesan Synod 16 November 2024: ‘God is on the move!’

22nd November 2024

Diocesan Synod took place on Saturday (16 November), with nearly half of the members newly appointed and attending for the first time. Bishop Michael welcomed all the new members in his presidential address, before addressing the recent Makin Report and resignation of Archbishop Justin.

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Connect week ending 9 November 2024

8th November 2024

The twice monthly newsletter from the Diocese of Bath and Wells

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Churches across Bath and Wells now have easy way to apply to grant funding pot

8th November 2024

The £312,850 grant fund pot has been created from a number of sources, including the national church’s Buildings for Mission project and the Net Zero Carbon Quick Wins grant scheme. 


Bishop Michael & our Safeguarding Manager share their response to Makin Report

8th November 2024

Their reflections follow the publication of the independent review by Keith Makin into the Church of England’s handling of allegations of serious abuse by the late John Smyth.

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The latest edition of Connect is available

28th October 2024

Connect contains all the latest news and stories from across our diocese.

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A Grand Organ Experience at Wells Cathedral

23rd October 2024

Exmoor church organist is treated to the opportunity to play the grand organ at Wells Cathedral

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Faith, hope and mental health

11th October 2024

A special day of reflection, at St George’s Church focusing on mental health and how it relates to our faith.

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2025 Benefice Share requests on their way

11th October 2024

Benefices across Bath and Wells have started to receive their Benefice Share request for 2025 contributions in our Common Fund, which pays for the work of the church across our diocese to ensure we are a Christian presence in every community.


Churches welcome visitors for Heritage Open Days

27th September 2024

“Deeply valued the opportunity to connect with people, hear their stories and journey alongside them."

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More than 300 enjoy special day out organised by St Francis Church, Bridgwater

26th September 2024

The Holiday Club, run by St Francis of Assisi Church run for more than 25 years, arose in response to the community’s needs.

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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

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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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Licensing of a second full-time chaplain at Hinkley Point C

31st July 2024

"It is a real privilege to live for Jesus and share my faith in practical ways on this huge construction site"

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New church buildings adviser appointed

5th July 2024

Mark Lidster will be joining us as Church Buildings Adviser on Monday, 5 August 2024, replacing Emma Brown who left earlier this year.

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Bishop officially opens Two Rivers School

5th July 2024

Bishop Michael joined local dignitaries at Two Rivers Church of England Primary, Keynsham for the official opening of our newest church academy.

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Jonathan joins the Giving and Funding team

5th July 2024

Jonathan Philpott has been appointed as the Local Giving Adviser for Taunton and Wells archdeaconries.

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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

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A journey of faith and transformation

21st June 2024

Sam Thompson a former engineer talks about his calling to ordained ministry

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