Articles by: Diocese of Winchester - Communications Team
Pilgrims From Winchester Share Prayer, Reflections and Celebrations in France
It’s a joy to share that 25 pilgrims from the Parish of St Faith at St Cross travelled to Conques in France in early October for a time of...
Bishop Geoff Shares the Harvest Message as a Super Spud
On 3 October, St James’ Primary Academy held their annual Harvest celebration, which included a collective worship service at St James’ Church, Pokesdown. Revd Rachel Noël, the vicar of...
River Baptism in the Thorngate and Blackwater Benefice
The newly formed Benefice of Thorngate and Blackwater have recently celebrated the first full immersion baptism in the community – and even more excitingly, it took place in one of...
Bishop Philip Discovers Hampshire Heritage in Family Bible
Bishop Philip has recently learned that he has family roots in our diocese, a discovery that has affirmed his sense of calling as Bishop of Winchester. He tells us...
Prayers for All Saints Church in Lebanon and the Middle East Crisis
Revd David Roche, Vicar of the Bright Waters Benefice and Area Dean of Whitchurch, and Revd Dr Amy Roche, Head of Mission and Ministry for the diocese, served in...
Representatives from Our Diocese Attend Consecration of Bishop Michael Chorey, Bishop of Karamoja
Revd Christopher Ogilvie Thompson, Assistant Priest of Bentley, Binsted and Froyle Benefice and representative of Alton at Deanery Synod, along with Bishop David, recently visited Moroto, Uganda, for the...
Black History Month: Inspiring Stories of Faith from Southampton’s Past
To mark Black History Month, we spoke to Don John, Race Development Officer for Southampton City Council, who has compiled a fascinating history of Black Stories from Southampton, including...
Creationtide 2024: Caring for Your Family, Friends and Community
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St Peter’s Journey of Restoration and Revitalisation
St Peter’s Church in central Bournemouth has faced some serious issues over the last few years. A completely overgrown churchyard meant that the space was often being used for...