Churches enjoy outdoor Harvest
5th October 2022Churches across Bath and Wells have been celebrating Harvest, and many have taken advantage of the good weather and continued the outdoor celebrations they first introduced during the Covid pandemic.
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Volunteers transform garden at Bath dementia charity
4th October 2022Volunteers from St Francis' Church, Keynsham spent a day refurbishing the Overgrown RICE Centre garden, to make it a more spacious and attractive relaxation space for patients, families and staff to enjoy.
Knitted Bible Festival brings Bible stories to life
29th September 2022The Knitted Bible Festival is delighting children and adults alike, bringing 35 Bible stories to life with its colourful and lively depiction of scenes from the Old and New Testaments.
Bath and Wells pioneer co-curates community arts project
7th September 2022The exhibition in Shepton Mallet which celebrates diversity, connectivity and the environment will be held in St Peter and St Paul's church.
Revd Claire blesses the restored spire at St Thomas', Wells
5th September 2022A time-lapse recording captures the restoration of the spire and the Revd Claire conducts a blessing at height!
Working together to create an outdoor space everyone can enjoy
2nd September 2022A local park formerly used by drug dealers and addicts is transformed by volunteers.
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Lottery funding helps church provide community hub
2nd September 2022Grade I Listed St Peter and All Hallows in West Huntspill uses the funding to repair the building and provide support for the whole community.
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We Heat, You Eat
2nd September 2022Offering a warm welcome for those who may be struggling to heat their homes as a result of the increase in energy bills.
Restoration underway at St Thomas', Wells
24th August 2022The six-month restoration project to replace a St Thomas' church spire, that came down during Storm Eunice, will be completed this week.
Pupils record song of support for Ukrainian refugees
12th August 2022The children at Oakhill Church Primary School raise their voices in support of Ukrainian families living in their village.
After-school club brings community together
14th July 2022"It's a way of showing God's love in the community… being present with people and letting them know they're valued and loved.â€
A poem to celebrate Windrush Day
7th July 2022Poet Vanessa Melody performs her poem during a service of thanks for the contribution of the Carribean community to the UK.
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Providing a place of gathering and hospitality
10th June 2022Cafe set up to offer support to Ukrainian refugees and those who are hosting them.
Church services, celebrations and cakes galore as communities celebrate
6th June 2022Many churches gathered to watch the service of celebration at St Paul's on Friday, but there was much more besides. There were cakes galore, bouncy castle, royal-themed crafts, creative flower displays to name but a few.
Singing from the rooftops on Ascension Day
27th May 2022Students restore a century old tradition on Ascension Day
Jubilee reflections: From St Paul's to Draycott
19th May 2022Organist Barry Rose from Draycott played an important role in the Silver Jubilee celebrations. Read his reflections on that special day.
Church organist celebrates 65 years of service
13th May 2022'Playing as an act of love for God and His people.'
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Art project brings community together in Yeovil
13th May 2022Families in Birchfield take part in the project and share memories of the place they live.
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The crisis in Ukraine - a deanery wide solution
13th May 2022A plan to provide wraparound care for refugees settling in the area.
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Parishes celebrate the Jubilee
11th May 2022A cascade of 2,000 hand made flowers, an open Church Heritage Exhibition, picnics, the lighting of beacons and much more is taking place in Bath and Wells to celebrate The Queen's Platium Jubilee.
