New missional community planned for Frome
1st February 2024Work is underway at former vicarage at St Mary’s Church in Frome to prepare the house for a new Christian community for four self-supporting adults
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2024 audit of children, youth and families work across the diocese Now Live
1st February 2024During the first quarter of 2024 the Go Team are auditing work with children, young people and families across the Diocese of Bath and Wells
Bishop Michael visits patients and staff at Musgrove Park Hospital
25th January 2024He spoke to those in the Intensive Care and Accident and Emergency units, the Chaplaincy Team and representatives of the various colleague networks throughout the hospital.
Opening up a flexible path to lay ministry
18th January 2024Releasing the gifts of all in Bath and Wells will become a lot easier thanks to the introduction of the lay ministry pathway, a more flexible and adaptable approach for those training in different lay ministries, such as Lay Worship Assistant (LWA) and Lay Pastoral Assistant (LPA).
The next Dean of Wells announced
15th January 2024The King has approved the appointment of the Reverend Canon Toby Wright, Team Rector of Witney and Honorary Canon of Christ Church, Oxford, to be appointed as Dean of Wells, in succession to the Very Reverend Dr John Davies.
The latest Bible Chat Mats are launched.
10th January 2024Series 4 in the Bible Chat Mats collection have been designed to inspire everyday faith and discipleship
South Petherton churchwarden recognised in New Year honours list
2nd January 2024Steve Harrison, Churchwarden at St Peter and St Paul Church in South Petherton has been awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) in recognition of his service to the local community
Chaplains provide support to overseas sailors
2nd January 2024More than 400 gift boxes filled by church communities in Bath and Wells were shared with every sailor who came to Royal Portbury and Avonmouth Docks near Bristol
More than 200 people enjoy Experience Narnia at St Barnabas Church, Bath
2nd January 2024People from all parts of the local community took part in the experience based on the book "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe", by C.S Lewis
Bishop Michael's Christmas sermon
25th December 2023Bishop Michael preached at Bath Abbey's Midnight Mass last night.
Bringing the Christmas story to life
14th December 2023From the minute the primary school pupils arrived on the farm they encountered a world similar to the one Mary and Joseph experienced as they travelled to Bethlehem and sought somewhere to stay.
School is recognised for its work tackling global poverty
29th November 2023Pupils at St Bartholomew’s CE Primary School have been presented with a Bronze Award from Christian Aid’s Global Neighbours Scheme for their global citizenship work.
Bishop Michael talks of inspiration and challenges in his address to Synod
28th November 2023In his presidential address to Diocesan Synod on Saturday, 25 November, Bishop Michael shared his gratitude for the inspirational stories from parishes shared at the autumn deaneries. He also reflected on the challenges that he has heard during those visits, including the impact of the Covid pandemic, faculties, finance and living in love and faith (LLF).
Hundreds join Christmas lights switch on at St John’s Church Milborne Port
28th November 2023An opportunity to put the church at the centre of the community and put the community at the centre of the church
Silent Vigil for Peace in Bath
21st November 2023An chance to come together, to pause, reflect and stand in solidarity with the parts of the world where there is conflict, injustice, and unrest.
Pupil Chaplain Pilgrimage
17th November 2023Pupil chaplains come together for a special day at Taunton Minster
A joyous day as 86 people are confirmed
9th November 2023People of all ages, from all parts of the diocese were confirmed at Wells Cathedral surrounded by those who have supported them on their journey.
Celebrating the success of the first Launchpad initiative in Bath and Wells
2nd November 2023A journey of faith, hope, and connection
Interfaith Week 12 November - 19 November
2nd November 2023An opportunity to come together to consider how best to create a just, peaceful, and harmonious world.
Lord-Lieutenant of Somerset visits Hinkley Point C to meet the Chaplaincy team
20th October 2023'A new Christian Worshipping Community being born though the ministry of a Chaplaincy.'
