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No foam, no air miles

30th July 2025

St John’s Church, Clevedon hosts sustainable flower festival

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Young adults from Bath and Wells speak at General Synod

30th July 2025

Eleanor Motion and Alfie Rendell were among a group of young people who travelled to York to speak to synod members

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Bishop Michael to hold prayer vigil for Gaza

28th July 2025

Bishop Michael will be holding a prayer vigil for Gaza in the chapel at the Bishop’s Palace at 17:00 on Sunday, 3 August 2025. The vigil will be open for anyone to attend. Those who can’t join Bishop Michael at the chapel are being encouraged to join in and pray where they are, at a time to suit them.

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'Throughout our ministry we have always worked together'

24th July 2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with Bishop Peter Price and his family on learning that his wife Dee has passed away.

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Bishop Michael shares a message following news of a bus crash on Exmoor

17th July 2025

Prayers are offered for all those affected and for the emergency services who are caring and supporting them.

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Safeguarding Audit results published

16th July 2025

The results of the independent review into safeguarding in the Diocese of Bath and Wells and Wells Cathedral have been published today. INEQE, who are in the process of evaluating the quality of safeguarding practice in all Church of England dioceses across the country, undertook the audit of Bath and Wells in March 2025.

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A new community of contemplation at St Mary’s House, Frome

10th July 2025

Mary’s House Community (MHC), a new Christian community based in the former rectory of St Mary’s Church, is preparing to welcome its first residents.

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Moving Up Celebrations in Taunton, Bath and Wells

8th July 2025

"...such a joy to join with nearly 3,000 children and staff from 96 Church of England schools in our diocese to celebrate and mark this important moment."

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A weekend of joy and celebration

30th June 2025

10 priests and 12 deacons are ordained at Wells Cathedral

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A celebration of community, learning and joy

27th June 2025

Reflections on BWMATFest25 - a festival for those involved in education as part of Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust (BWMAT)

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Called to serve

25th June 2025

Two of our newest churchwardens share what made them follow the call to undertake their new role

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Walking side by side

20th June 2025

On Saturday walkers from across the West Tone benefice set out on a day-long journey that links all eight of its parish churches. The West Tone Walk is a community-wide event which welcomes everyone. It's an opportunity for conversations, new friendships, and being part of something together.

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Petertide Ordination Services at Wells Cathedral - 2025

16th June 2025

During the weekend of 28 and 29 June Wells Cathedral will be filled with family, friends and supporters for the ordination of Bath and Wells new deacons and priests.

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Money Matters - autumn bookings now open

11th June 2025

Join us to talk church Money Matters at the autumn 2025 sessions. Share hopes and successes with those facing similar challenges and find out more about resources available to help you in your context.

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Statement from the House of Bishops regarding Gaza

27th May 2025

The House of Bishops, which has been meeting in York issued a statement on the situation in Gaza.

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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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A message from Bishop Ruth

12th May 2025

Bishop Ruth has sent a thank you message to all in the Diocese of Bath and Wells

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A Peace Dove Project is launched with the help of the local community

30th April 2025

The project at St John's Church in Keynsham brings the whole town together to share a message of peace and hope

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A message from Bishop Michael to our brothers and sisters in Clifton Diocese

26th April 2025

On the day of His Holiness, Pope Francis' funeral, Bishop Michael has written to Bishop Bosco, the Bishop of Clifton, to share with him a message for the people of the Diocese of Clifton, as we hold them and all our brothers and sisters in the Catholic Church in our prayers today.

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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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