Articles by: Diocese of Winchester - Communications Team
Forty People Take Their Next Steps with Christ at Diocesan Service of Confirmation
Forty people were confirmed at Winchester Cathedral last weekend in front of family, friends and supporting clergy from their local churches. Find all the photos from the service on...
Racial Justice Strategy Passed at Diocesan Synod
We are delighted to announce that last week, Diocesan Synod approved a new Racial Justice Strategy overwhelmingly, after hearing reflections from Revd Yin-Yin Bull, Assistant Curate at Romsey Abbey,...
News from Diocesan Synod Elections
We’re delighted to share that, at last week’s Diocesan Synod, Revd Angie Smith was elected as Chair of the House of Clergy, as Revd Canon Andrew Micklefield has stepped...
Presidential Address at November’s Diocesan Synod
On 14 November, Bishop Philip gave the Presidential Address at Diocesan Synod, reflecting on a passage from the Book of Revelation and how the themes of suffering, the Kingdom...
Further Statement in Response to the Makin Review
Yesterday (14 November), the Diocese of Winchester released the following press statement regarding the Makin Review’s findings in relation to the Revd Sue Colman, who is a part-time voluntary...
Remembrance 2024 – How the Diocese of Winchester Paid Tribute
Church communities around the diocese have been marking Remembrance Sunday, gathering people together for services, creating visual displays, and remembering those who have given then lives, while praying for...
Winchester Cathedral Announce the Retirement of Dean Catherine Ogle
The Very Reverend Catherine Ogle, Dean of Winchester Cathedral, has announced that she is to retire on 1st May 2025. Dean Catherine has held the position since February 2017...
Statement in Response to the John Smyth Review
The Diocese of Winchester acknowledges with deep sadness the horrific abuse perpetrated by John Smyth and the significant pain caused to so many. We welcome the publication of Keith...
Light Parties and Autumn Events Across the Diocese
Churches across our diocese held light parties and other autumnal events as an alternative to Halloween parties this October. Many of churches opened their doors to host activities like...