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Exhibition of Past Weddings Highlights Church’s Role in Family Life
An exhibition has been held at All Saints Church in Awbridge near Romsey to celebrate all the weddings and baptisms that have been held there over the years. Each...
Bishop Philip Blesses New Ocean Liner in Southampton
Bishop Philip was delighted to be asked to lead a blessing ceremony on board the new Cunard cruise ship Queen Anne, asking for God’s protection on all who work...
Choir at St Luke’s in Bournemouth is a ‘Lifeline’ for Children and their Families
Local Vocals choir in Bournemouth is a community as much as a singing group. It brings together children with additional needs as well as their parents, grandparents and carers. ...
The School of Mission Welcomes Speakers on Racial Diversity and Inclusion
Last week, the Winchester School of Mission were delighted to welcome Nina Kurlberg and Bisi Obamakin to an initial meeting with a small group of staff and students. Nina...
Lord’s Hill Church Southampton Shares Story of its Revitalisation
The team at Lord’s Hill Church, Southampton, are rejoicing after seeing their congregation of less than 30 grow over the past 6 months – such that over Easter there...
Service of Blessing for Southampton Hospital Chapel and Multi Faith Space
The acting Bishop of Southampton Geoff Annas has blessed the newly refurbished chapel at University Hospital Southampton at a special service this week, saying it provides a place of...
Bishop Philip’s Presidential Address at Winchester Diocesan Synod March 2024
21 March 2024 Sisters and brothers in Christ, it’s a joy and privilege to share this, my first Presidential Address, with you. I remain very conscious of the blessing...
Sharing the Easter Message With Our Communities
Churches across the diocese have been celebrating Easter in the heart of our communities. Here is a round-up of some of the events across the diocese. Around 200 people...
St Mark’s Highcliffe Engages with Local Community Through Creation Care Events
St Mark’s Church, Highcliffe, were recently awarded a Silver Eco Church Award, thanks to many initiatives to get the whole church and local community involved in caring for God’s...