Meet our new ordinands
9th June 2026Petertide ordinations will take place on Saturday 27 June and Sunday 28 June across our diocese. Twelve people are being ordained as priests and six as deacons.
News
The teacher who found her faith in school
9th June 2026Ingrid Barnsley, one of this year's #NewRevs shares her journey to ordination.
A call first heard as a teenager, patiently unfolded over decades
9th June 2026Claire Morrish who will be ordained Deacon at Wells Cathedral 28 June, shares her journey to ordination #NewRevs
Called in God’s time
9th June 2026Jenny Stromberg, who will be ordained Deacon at Wells Cathedral 28 June, shares her journey to ordination #NewRevs
God has been part of every major decision
9th June 2026#NewRevs Elizabeth Alden, who will be ordained Deacon at Wells Cathedral 28 June, shares her journey to ordination
Coming together to raise funds to repair church roof
9th June 2026After storm damage left St George’s Church, Wembdon facing a major roof repair bill, the PCC quickly began exploring ways to raise the money needed.
Bishop Fiona joins service to mark opening of school's Spirituality Trail
22nd May 2026Bishop Fiona visits Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Taunton to commission a new Spirituality Trail, created in the school grounds, to invite pupils and staff to pause, listen and connect more deeply with God and with one another.
Three new volunteer members appointed to diocesan From Lament to Action Group
21st May 2026We are thrilled to welcome: Sharon Brien, Lisa Westlake, and Kamaria Ferguson
A Launchpad into exploring new youth ministry
21st May 2026Eight clergy members from across our diocese, together with curates and lay leaders, have taken part in the fourth cohort of Launchpad training in Bath and Wells.
Volunteer garden support transforms spaces and enriches lives
14th May 2026Local group in Bath provide support to their community, by helping people manage their outdoor spaces.
Pupils celebrate first year of Cameley Café
12th May 2026Pupils from Cameley Church of England VC Primary School and Nursery, Temple Cloud celebrate a year of serving cups of tea and slices of cake in the community café.
Celebrations for the return of the 292 year old church clock
6th May 2026The clock at St Edward’s Church, Goathurst, has been a central feature of village life since it was presented to the church in 1734. Its restoration and return were celebrated with a special gathering at the church.
Jonathan LLoyd to be Acting Archdeacon of Wells
1st May 2026During the coming months, the Venerable Jonathan LLoyd will be the Acting Archdeacon of Wells, following the departure of Archdeacon Anne in May.
Saying farewell to Archdeacon Anne
1st May 2026All are invited to say farewell to Archdeacon Anne at Wells Cathedral Evensong at 15:00 on Sunday, 10 May.
Week of Prayer for Children and Young People (6 – 10 July)
1st May 2026During the first week of July, we are inviting churches and schools, families and individuals, to pray for children and young people, as part of our 2026 Year of Prayer.
St Stephen's Church, Bath get environmental support from local students
1st May 2026Using 3D laser scanning and community engagement to decarbonise and unlock new uses for St Stephen’s Church, University of Bath students help the Grade II* listed historic church plan a low-carbon future
Racial justice event encourages churches to listen, learn and act
30th April 2026The Racial Justice in Trouble Times event was held jointly with Racial Equality North Somerset (RENS) at Emmanuel Chruch in Weston super Mare.
Celebrating Earth Day
30th April 2026Gold Eco Church Award winners, Flax Bourton continued their environmental journey, coming together with their community for a day of activities focused on environmental action to mark Earth Day.
One Body, One Tree, One Life
30th April 2026A unique exhibition featuring candid photographs of church members has been designed and created by Bath and Wells, Young Adult Representative to General Synod
Coat of Hopes arrives in Bath and Wells
17th April 2026The Coat of Hopes, a special patchwork coat carrying the hopes of hundreds of people which is passing through our diocese as part of a nationwide pilgrimage responding to the climate crisis.
