Appointment of the Church of England's new permanent national director of safeguarding
First published 19th July 2022Alexander Kubeyinje has been appointed as the Church of England's new permanent national director of safeguarding.
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Ice-cream for the hottest day of the year so far!
First published 18th July 2022How do you cool down on the hottest day of the year so far? Eat delicious ice-cream of course and that's exactly what our Diocesan Support Services staff staff did today thanks to Mr Sav.
Bishop of Swindon gets on his bike to raise as much money as possible to give a special Christmas gift
First published 18th July 2022Being poorly with covid recently, didn't stop Bishop of Swindon, Dr Lee Rayfield from getting on his bike once again to take on a huge fundraising challenge, cycling some 881 miles from Lands End to John O'Groats.
First Gold Eco Church award in the Diocese
First published 14th July 2022We are thrilled to celebrate with Hazelnut Community Farm, as they become the first church in the Southwest to receive a Gold Eco Award
Swindon Food Collective officially opens new food distribution centre
First published 8th July 2022Swindon Food Collective opened a new food distribution centre at St Timothy's, Dorcan Church on 8 July.
“Don't Bank on Plastics!†urge campaigners this Plastic Free July
First published 7th July 2022This Plastic Free July, Christian charity ECCR is asking individuals to contact their bank about the global plastic crisis.
Congratulations to new Suffragen Bishop of Hull in the Diocese of York
First published 4th July 2022Congratulations to the Right Reverend Doctor Eleanor Sanderson who has been appointed as Suffragan Bishop of Hull in the Diocese of York
Special weekend of ordination celebrations for our Priests and Deacons!
First published 4th July 2022The Rt Revd Vivienne Faull, Bishop of Bristol ordained 18 candidates as Priests and Deacons at very moving ordination celebrations at Bristol Cathedral last weekend.
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Sharon's Story
First published 1st July 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Sharon's Story
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Wanda's Story
First published 1st July 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Wanda' Story
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Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Joshua's Story
First published 30th June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Joshua's Story
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Please continue to pray for those to be ordained this weekend
First published 30th June 2022The Rt Revd Vivienne Faull, Bishop of Bristol, will ordain 20 candidates as priests and deacons at Bristol Cathedral over the coming weekend.
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Sarah's Story
First published 29th June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Sarah's Story
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Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Nicola's Story
First published 28th June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Nicola's Story
Welcome to Rashida Hartley who has joined the Diocese and is flying the flag for racial justice
First published 28th June 2022Rashida Hartley has recently been appointed as Diocesan Racial Justice Officer on a one-year fixed term contract, working 14 hours a week on Thursdays and Fridays.
A huge congratulations to St John the Baptist Church and residents in Colerne for winning a SILVER AWARD
First published 27th June 2022A huge congratulations to St John the Baptist Church and residents in Colerne for winning a SILVER AWARD!
Congratulations to Jordan Ling for her appointment as Diocesan Advisor for Clergy Wellbeing
First published 27th June 2022Jordan Ling has recently been appointed as Diocesan Advisor for Clergy Wellbeing after a very successful secondment since March this year.
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Caroline's Story
First published 27th June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Caroline's Story
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Ruth's Story
First published 26th June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Ruth's Story
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Diane's Story
First published 25th June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Diane's Story
Continuing Ministerial Development summer programme continues
First published 24th June 2022We are now halfway through our Continuing Ministerial Development Summer 2022 Programme, but there are still opportunities to get involved!
New Exploring Christianity module starting in September
First published 24th June 2022A course to deepen faith, explore the Christian tradition and equip for ministry.
National Church Awards open
First published 24th June 2022The first ever National Church Awards to celebrate churches and the people who use and look after them are now open for entries.
Tickets on sale now for heart warming theatre production at St Matthew's Church!
First published 24th June 2022Tickets on sale now for heart warming theatre production at St Matthew's Church.
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Chris's Story
First published 24th June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Chris's Story
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Anton's Story
First published 23rd June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Anton's Story
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Melanie's Story
First published 23rd June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rev Melanie's Story
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Sarah's Story
First published 21st June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Sarah's Story
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Julie's Story
First published 19th June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Julie's Story
Happy Father's Day to all you wonderful dads
First published 19th June 2022Happy Father's Day to all you wonderful dads, we hope you have a lovely day with your precious children.
Huge welcome to our new Vicar at St Mary's Church in Shirehampton
First published 18th June 2022Revd Alison Sowton will be joining St Mary's Church in Shirehampton as their new vicar and Missioner for Life Events in the Avonside Mission Area.
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rosemary's Story
First published 18th June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Rosemary's' Story
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Eleanor's Story
First published 17th June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Eleanor's' Story
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Wayne's Story
First published 16th June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Wayne's' Story
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Regan's Story
First published 15th June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Regan's Story
Rt Revd Vivienne Faull welcomes Deacons to be ordained next month
First published 14th June 2022Rt Revd Vivienne Faull welcomes Deacons to be ordained next month
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Sonia's Story
First published 14th June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Sonia's Story
Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Benjamin's Story
First published 13th June 2022Please pray for those to be ordained next month - here's Benjamin's Story
Synod Presidential Address by Rt Revd Vivienne Faull
First published 12th June 2022You are now able to read Bishop of Bristol's Presidential Address at the most recent Diocesan Synod on Saturday 12 June.
Huge congratulations to the winners of our Bristol DAC 2020-2022
First published 10th June 2022A huge thank you to everyone who attended our Bristol DAC Awards for 2020-2022 at Christ Church Downend on 9 June, and congratulations to winners!
Bristol 2020 -2022 DAC Awards are underway at Christchurch!
First published 9th June 2022The excitement is building for our Bristol 2020 - 2022 DAC Awards taking place at the stunning Christchurch in Bristol this evening.
Platinum Jubilee Choral Evensong homily by Rt Revd Vivienne Faull, Bishop of Bristol
First published 8th June 2022So the Platinum Jubilee concert, with its national treasures and aged and not so aged rock superstars stars had as its billtopping act.
Marking World Environment Day 2022 with a prayer
First published 5th June 2022Today, Sunday 5th June 2022, is World Environment Day and we wanted to mark this very important occasion with a short prayer.
Special message from Bishop Viv for the Queen's Jubilee Celebrations
First published 1st June 2022A special message from Bishop Viv and everyone at the Diocese of Bristol for the Queen's Jubilee Celebrations.
Places of worship protective security funding opens again for applications
First published 31st May 2022The Security Minister has announced that the Places of Worship Protective Security Funding Scheme has again opened for applications.
Have a peaceful and restful weekend from Bishop Viv and everyone at the Diocese of Bristol
First published 27th May 2022We hope you have a peaceful and restful weekend from Bishop Viv and everyone at the Diocese of Bristol.
Invitation to a special Queens Jubilee Celebration - Pentecost on College Green, Bristol on 5 June 2022
First published 25th May 2022You are invited to a special Queens Jubilee Celebration - Pentecost on the Green
Sight Loss Friendly Church taster sessions happening throughout June and July
First published 25th May 2022The Zoom taster sessions are a fantastic opportunity to hear more about the initiative and ask any questions you may have
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Breakthrough ruling allows churches and charities to take stronger environmental action
First published 24th May 2022Trustees of charitable trusts, including schools and churches, are now allowed to prioritise the climate change outcomes of their investments
Giving workshops for church leaders to be held in June
First published 24th May 2022How do we build a new, generous culture?
Christ Church Swindon beer festival - sun, swing, and pints in pews
First published 19th May 2022More than 1,000 punters came to the two-day church fundraiser last weekend
Pattern Church begins weekly dinner for Ukrainian arrivals
First published 17th May 2022The Table is a way for Ukrainians and their Swindon host families to support each other and make new friends
Bishop Viv extends very warm welcome to new 'participant observers' at the House of Bishops
First published 16th May 2022Rt Reverend Vivienne Faull, Bishop of Bristol would like to welcome new ‘participant observers' at the House of Bishops.
Rebecca Cross talking about Mental Health Awareness Week 2022
First published 13th May 2022Rebecca Cross from the Diocese of Bristol talking about Mental Health Awareness Week 2022.
New Mothers' Union Bristol president Jacky Fredrickson to be commissioned at St Mary's Yate
First published 11th May 2022â€The Mothers' Union has transformed my lifeâ€, says Jacky
Join in for Art Wednesdays in June and July!
First published 3rd May 2022Everyone is welcome to take part in a series of evening art sessions which are taking place on several Wednesdays in June and July.
Happy Eid Mubarak to our Muslim communities
First published 2nd May 2022A special Eid message from Rt Revd Dr Lee Rayfield and everyone at the Diocese of Bristol.
Bristol church representatives come together to debate contested heritage
First published 29th April 2022Representatives from churches with historical connections to the Transatlantic Slave Trade were invited to a meeting at Bristol Cathedral earlier this week.
Bristol Diverse Doors Open Day takes place next month!
First published 25th April 2022Bristol Multi-Faith Forum (BMFF) is organising this year's Bristol Diverse Doors Open Day on Sunday 8 May from 9.30am to 5pm
60 chocolate eggs donated to the Bristol North West Food Bank
First published 25th April 2022Easter eggs donated to Bristol North West Food Bank
St Augustine's Church, Swindon marks National Day of Reflection with stunning dove artwork
First published 20th April 2022More than 2000 paper doves are now flying high inside St Augustine's Church, Swindon to mark the recent National Day of Reflection on 23rd March.
Submit your application to the Gloucestershire Historic Churches Trust NOW!
First published 20th April 2022The end of April deadline for applications to the Gloucestershire Historic Churches Trust for repairs and improvement projects is rapidly approaching!
Mousefest raises £1,000 for St Mary's Church in Bitton
First published 20th April 2022Last month, St Mary's Church in Bitton held a two day exhibition with a difference to raise as much money as possible for their Development Programme.
Holy Week and Easter engagements at Bristol Cathedral
First published 15th April 2022We have a number of events and engagements taking place at Bristol Cathedral and everyone is very welcome!
Clergy and Licensed Lay Ministers gather for annual Maundy Thursday renewal of vows
First published 15th April 2022On Thursday 14 April, Clergy and Licensed Lay Ministers gathered for the annual Maundy Thursday renewal of vows at Bristol Cathedral.
Transforming Church update - working groups and draft strategy
First published 28th March 2022Diocesan Synod votes in favour of the draft strategic plan
"I believe we will see more young people in our churches again" - meet youth leader Lydia Chancellor
First published 21st March 2022Lydia is the new Youth and Children's Missioner for Yate and Fromeside Mission Area
Local churches to join prayers across Europe for Ukraine
First published 1st March 2022The Diocese in Europe will be leading prayers for peace in Ukraine on Tuesday 1 March at 6pm
"Since, then, we have such hope; we do not lose heart" - Bishop Viv's sermon at St Monica Trust
First published 28th February 2022Bishop Viv spoke about finding hope in dark days during a service at the North Bristol retirement village
St Saviour's Coalpit Heath welcomed into Fromeside Benefice
First published 21st February 2022“This offers us a wonderful opportunity to work together†Revd Malcom Strange
Revd Jordan Ling appointed as Adviser for Clergy Wellbeing
First published 16th February 2022Jordan will hold the post alongside her role as vicar at King's Way Benefice
Bishop of Bristol speaks in House of Lords debate on immigration bill
First published 15th February 2022"If we are serious about destroying the business model of modern slavery...we must find ways of incentivising and supporting all victims to come forwards" - Bishop Viv
Bristol church youth group plants trees on BBC Songs of Praise
First published 19th January 2022"It was a privilege to be a part of the Queen's Green Canopy†- Head of Youth Ministry at Christ Church Downend
"The right to protest is essential for those who feel unheard" - Bishop Viv, House of Lords
First published 18th January 2022The Bishop of Bristol yesterday participated in a debate about the new police and crime bill
"There is a long history of protest within the church" - Bishop of Bristol
First published 17th January 2022Bishop Viv comments on the acquittal of climate protester Revd Sue Parfitt
"Uncertainty and loss of control is also the world into which Jesus was born" - Bishop Viv's Christmas message
First published 22nd December 2021On the fourth Sunday of Advent, the Bishop of Bristol gave her Christmas message live on BBC Radio Bristol and BBC Radio Wiltshire
"Multi-faith activities are hugely important for mutual friendship and understanding"
First published 22nd December 2021Bishop Viv and the Roman Catholic Bishop of Clifton visited the Park Row Synagogue earlier this month for the building's 150th anniversary
Revd Sally Robertson appointed as new Area Dean for Swindon
First published 20th December 2021Sally will take the post over from Revd Trudie Wigley, who has been elected as Chair of Clergy in Bristol Diocesan Synod
O Come All Ye Faithful: A quick guide to carol services in 2021
First published 10th December 2021As well as a huge choice of churches offering traditional carol services this Christmas, there are many outdoor and varied carol services to choose from across the Diocese of Bristol.
"The Holy Spirit is working in our lives today" - confirmations at Bristol Cathedral
First published 7th December 2021Bishop Viv confirmed 23 people during a service on 5 December
Christingle with a twist
First published 1st December 2021The pandemic showed us that there are many creative ways to hold Christingles, and that innovation has continued this year as churches across the diocese hold a variety of celebrations.
'Courage, the devil is dead' - Diocesan Synod November 2021
First published 23rd November 2021The Bishop of Bristol's address from the first in-person Diocesan Synod meeting since the start of the pandemic.
Bishop of Bristol speaks in House of Lords debate on police crime bill
First published 19th November 2021Last month Bishop Viv contributed to a number of House of Lords debates on topics including the new police crime bill, climate change risk and ethnicity pay gap reporting
Eco parish November update: Seed bombs and solar tiles
First published 18th November 2021How our local churches have been answering the call to create a just and sustainable world in the Diocese of Bristol recently
Refurbished church holds confirmations in North Wiltshire
First published 10th November 2021Bishop Lee confirmed eight people during a service at St Peter & St Paul on 7 November
Remembrance Day 2021: Revd Mark Nam laid wreath on Whitehall commemorating Chinese 'forgotten army'
First published 9th November 2021The Chinese Labour Corp (CLC) was was a force of 140,000 Chinese workers recruited by the British government in the First World War
Bishop of Bristol supports call for mandatory Ethnicity Pay Gap Reporting
First published 26th October 2021Bishop Viv hopes the Church of England might consider participating in a pilot study
Bishop of Bristol appoints new Diocesan Secretary and CEO
First published 25th October 2021The Bishop of Bristol and the Chair of the Bristol Diocesan Board of Finance are delighted to announce the appointment of Richard Leaman as the new Diocesan Secretary and CEO.
General Synod Election 2021 results
First published 18th October 2021New General Synod members have been elected to represent the Diocese of Bristol
Lay ministers licensed at Bristol Cathedral
First published 8th October 2021Read the stories of the LLMs who were licensed this year
Ashton Keynes Primary celebrates 150th anniversary
First published 8th October 2021The school marked the birthday with an official opening of its new learning hub, which was blessed by the Bishop of Swindon
"A very special day" - confirmations at All Saints Clifton
First published 7th October 2021Bishop Viv confirmed three people during a service on 3 October
Homeless Sunday, 10 October 2021
First published 6th October 2021On Homeless Sunday, churches and individuals take time to reflect upon homelessness and the issues surrounding homelessness in the UK.
Harvest Festival live - Holy Trinity Westbury on Trym
First published 27th September 2021The BBC Radio 4 service included a sermon from Revd Canon Dr Martin Gainsborough and worship led by the church choir
Renewed and rejoicing - St Mary's Purton finishes Renewal Project
First published 21st September 2021Almost 200 people came to the open day celebration of the Grade I-listed medieval church
North Swindon celebrates launch of new church, The Well
First published 21st September 2021The new plant from Pattern Church, Swindon, welcomed over 150 people to its first service on Sunday 12 September
Holy Trinity Church Kingswood celebrates 200th anniversary
First published 17th September 2021"Memories were shared, old friends remembered and community renewed as we had fun together in ways that have not been possible for so long" - Revd Beverley Charles
Local teenage author to share powerful life story at Roofbreakers event
First published 15th September 2021Jonathan Bryan is a disability activist and the author of highly-acclaimed book, ‘Eye Can Write', which tells his powerful story of communicating through his eyes
New church to serve North Swindon communities
First published 9th August 2021The Well will hold its first service in a local school this September
Bishop of Bristol appointed new lead bishop for buildings
First published 14th July 2021The Bishop of Bristol, Vivienne Faull, and the Bishop of Ramsbury, Andrew Rumsey, will jointly take over the role.
