Diocese prepares to come together for the installation of Bishop Michael
3rd November 2022In a special service at Wells Cathedral on Saturday, 12 November the Right Reverend Michael Beasley will become the 80th Bishop of Bath and Wells.
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Fuel cost help for churches
12th October 2022The Church of England has announced today (12 October) that it is to provide £15 million for dioceses to help churches struggling to pay energy costs.
Diocese commits to learn the lessons of the past as PCR2 published
5th October 2022The Church of England has today published the findings of the national Past Cases Review 2 (PCR2). The Diocese of Bath and Wells, along with dioceses across the country, has shared a summary of its report.
The Installation of Rt Revd Michael Beasley, the 80th Bishop of Bath and Wells
27th September 2022The Installation of Bishop Michael as the new Bishop of Bath and Wells will take place at Wells Cathedral on 12 November at 3pm
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Bishop Michael and Bishop Ruth lead prayers at Local Proclamation in Taunton
10th September 2022Bishop Michael, Bishop Ruth and the Archdeacon of Taunton attended the formal county announcement of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's death and the commencement of King Charles III's new reign.
Bishops share their sorrow at the death of Her Majesty the Queen
8th September 2022The Bishop of Bath and Wells and the Bishop of Taunton share their sorrow at the news of the death of Her Majesty the Queen.
Archbishop Albert Chama has been elected as the next Bishop of Lusaka Diocese
8th September 2022We offer Archbishop Albert our warm congratulations.
Visitation for Wells Cathedral
2nd September 2022The Rt Revd Ruth Worsley, Bishop of Taunton, has announced that a Special Visitation will take place at Wells Cathedral. The Visitation will take place from 24 " 27 September 2022.
Lambeth Conference 2022
1st August 2022A once-in-a-decade gathering of more than 600 Anglican bishops from 150 countries.
Welcoming guests from Zambia
22nd July 2022Zambian bishops and their wives visit Bath and Wells ahead of the Lambeth conference.
Diocesan Synod
19th July 2022Diocesan Synod gathers at Flourish House in Wells.
Bishop Michael Beasley has legally become the 80th Bishop of Bath and Wells
1st July 2022Bishop Michael's new role as the Bishop of Bath and Wells was confirmed at a ceremony in London at which he was formally given spiritual responsibility for our diocese.
A wealth of ministries: a message from Bishop Ruth
28th June 2022Bishop Ruth reflects on the ways in which the wealth of the Church is seen.
Join us for the Diocesan Day of Prayer on 30 June
17th June 2022It will be an opportunity to gather together, or individually, to pray for Bishop Michael and the new chapter in the life of Bath and Wells, as well as a chance to think about and prayer for the challenging times we are facing.
Facing the financial challenges together
31st May 2022A Diocesan Day of Prayer planned for Thursday 30 June.
Delight and joy as new Bishop of Bath and Wells tours the diocese
29th April 2022Bishop Michael receives a warm welcome as he travels the diocese on the day his appointment is announced.
New Bishop of Bath and Wells announced
28th April 2022Downing Street has announced today (10am, 28 April 2022) that the Rt Revd Michael Beasley will be the next Bishop of Bath and Wells.
Maundy Money honour for two people from Bath and Wells
22nd April 2022'It was truly one of the highlights of my life and something that will remain with me all the rest of my life.'
Chrism service at Wells Cathedral
14th April 2022Hundreds came together at Wells Cathedral on Tuesday, 12 April for a Chrism service to affirm the ministry of all God's people.
Bishop Ruth's Easter Message
13th April 2022....'may we discover the hope of the one who suffered death but who opened a gate to new life and love.'
