Articles by: Diocese of Winchester - Communications Team
Welcoming our new Honorary Canons
The Diocese is delighted to announce the names of the new Honorary Canons who have been appointed to Winchester Cathedral, in recognition of their dedicated service to the Cathedral,...
Tribute to the Revd Canon Peter Seal
It was with great sadness that we recently announced the death of the Revd Canon Peter Seal who died last week after a short, serious illness. Peter served in...
Renewing your Insurance – Reflections for Parishes
Given the current financial climate, it is advisable for PCCs to review their outgoings on a regular basis, particularly as fixed term contracts come to an end. Arranging insurance...
Many gather for ‘Love Southampton’ 10 year anniversary and pledge further support for the city
‘Love Southampton‘, the ecumenical gathering of churches and Christian charities which is committed to social action in the city, gathered representatives from churches at Central Hall, Southampton to mark...
A joint celebration with the Church of Pentecost to mark historic church handover in Shirley
St John’s Church, Shirley, was packed for an historic handover celebration as former owners of the church, St James’ by the Park, handed over the building to its new...
PRESS STATEMENT: Stephen Sizer Penalty Judgment
30 January 2023 Statement from the Acting Bishop of Winchester, the Rt Revd Debbie Sellin The Acting Bishop of Winchester, the Rt Revd Debbie Sellin, has received the penalty...
Serving older people through play and presence in Southampton
Caraway is a ministry to older people operating in Southampton and the surrounding area that involves many of our churches, aiming to have a Caraway volunteer in every parish....
The growing need for Anna Chaplains to offer spiritual support to older people
Debbie Thrower (pictured above), founder of Anna Chaplaincy writes… ‘What makes life worth living for you?’ It’s a good opening question when chatting to someone getting on in years....
St Mark’s Kempshott installs new green heating system reducing CO2 emissions by up to 85%
When the heating system at Saint Mark’s Church Kempshott was condemned as unsafe, the PCC knew they had an expensive problem, and one which would limit the building’s use...