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Revd Debbie Veel Shares Testimony and Calling to Priesthood
On 1 December, a service was held in Odiham for Revd Debbie Veel’s ordination as priest. Read her inspiring testimony below: My journey to ordination as a priest has...
Churches Across the Diocese Mark the Start of Advent
Churches across our diocese have been marking the start of Advent in many different and creative ways. Here are some of their stories: St Barnabas, Winchester St Barnabas Church...
Clergy Partners Network Enjoys Friendship and Support at Advent Retreat
The Clergy Partners Network provides support for partners and families at all stages of ministry, from partners of ordinands to retired clergy. It offers time and space to get...
New Estate Church Prepares to Open in Bournemouth
A new church community is about to be planted in Townsend, an estate community on the outskirts of Bournemouth. It will be led by Revd Ed Haycock who has...
Faith and Public Sector Leaders Join Together to Build Stronger Communities
Bishop Rhiannon has hosted the first meeting of the Hampshire and Solent Faith and Belief forum which aims to unite communities and to improve the lives of others. The...
Milestone Moment for St Bartholomew’s Church in Winchester
A Camino waymarker has been blessed at St Bartholomew’s Church in Winchester, marking it as an important point on the historic pilgrimage route. The new milestone is part of...
Update on Our Bid for National Funding
Bishop Philip addressed Diocesan Synod last week (20 November 2025) and shared an update on our progress with our bid for funding from the national church. This is the...
Winchester Diocesan Synod: Presidential Address
A meeting of Diocesan Synod was held on 20 November 2025, at Christ Church Chineham. Find Bishop Philip’s Presidential Address below: Normally, what I hope to do in my...
St Nicholas Church Celebrate St Nicholas’ Day
The beautiful 12th century church of St Nicholas, Bishop’s Sutton, which earlier this year celebrated the completion of its new roof, is now turning its attention to St Nicholas’...