Articles by: Diocese of Winchester - Communications Team
Parish of the Resurrection’s Free Toy Bonanza Helps People Recycle and Re-use
The first Toy Bonanza was held at St Lawrence Church in Alton in 2022 as a reaction to the cost of living crisis. Toys and books are donated by...
Young People Get Involved in Churchyard Care in the Parish of Dibden
What does it take to look after three acres of rural churchyard? The Parish of Dibden relies on volunteers, shared expertise and a lot of heart – and the...
Bishop Philip Preaches French Language Sermon at the ‘French Church’
St Julian’s Church in Southampton, named for the patron saint of travellers and pilgrims, has held French language services from the sixteenth century, when it became a place of...
Hundreds of People Join Baptisms on Bournemouth Beach
Around 70 people were baptised in the sea at Bournemouth on Sunday as hundreds gathered on the beach to watch, support and praise God. The event was covered by...
Fetes, BBQs, Dog Shows – How Churches in the Diocese Are Making the Most of the Summer Weather!
The church fete has become a popular date on many people’s calendars but, for a church, they also serve as fundraising events, to encourage local gatherings, and opportunities to...
‘Steady and Deep’: An Opportunity for Support for Your Rural Multi-Parish Benefice
Applications have now been reopened for the third round of funding for the Growing Rural Parishes Programme (GRPP), which offers financial support to benefices looking to develop their mission...
150 Young People Gather for Southampton YouthFest
Southampton YouthFest is now in its fourth year and saw young people joining together from nine churches across the city. The residential took place at a Christian campsite an...
St James’ Church Allotment Brings a Chance to Connect with God and One Another in Nature
Three years ago, St James’ Church in West End was gifted the use of an allotment by their local parish council. The church, which already has a silver Eco...
Magnificent Cathedral Artwork Created by Over 2,000 Pupils from Diocese of Winchester Schools
The annual Year 6 Leavers’ Celebration Days have taken place at Winchester Cathedral, which have also seen the creation of a magnificent art installation. See the fantastic photos here....