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Celebrating Graduation From the Diocese of Winchester Ministry Training
A joyous evening of celebration has been held to mark the completion of academic achievements for people on the Diocese of Winchester’s BPP, LLM and Ordinand training programmes. Thanks...
God at Work as Bible Course Sees Congregations Grow in Knowledge and Faith
When a Bible course was organised in the North Hampshire Downs benefice, vicar Matt Bianchi expected 30 to 40 people to attend, but each week around 130 people have...
Bishop Philip’s Presidential Address at March 2026 Diocesan Synod
There’s a famous passage in Tolkien’s ‘The Lord of the Rings’ when Frodo Baggins, faced with the enormity of the task before him, says this to Gandalf, the wizard:...
Brockenhurst Church Serves Up 45,000 Lunches!
There’s a buzz of excitement in the hall of St Saviour’s in Brockenhurst each Wednesday as volunteers serve up a two-course meal for people in the village who are...
Bishop Rhiannon Dedicates New Chapel at Bournemouth Hospital as a Beacon of Light and Hope
Bishop Rhiannon has dedicated and blessed a new chapel at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital, which opened last year following redevelopment of the hospital site. Previously the chapel had been...
Odiham Youth Raise Thousands of Pounds to Help Ukraine on Fourth Anniversary of Conflict
This was the fourth youth concert for Ukraine at All Saints Church in Odiham and the biggest so far, with more than 40 performers taking part. It was entitled...
Meet the Twelve New Canons to be Installed at Winchester Cathedral
Congratulations to twelve new canons who will be installed at Winchester Cathedral! Honorary Canons are appointed by the Bishop of Winchester in consultation with the Dean and Chapter of...
Cathedral Service Celebrates Care for Older People Across the Diocese
Anna Chaplains in the Diocese of Winchester were celebrated at a special evensong service at Winchester Cathedral last Sunday. The service also marked a new partnership with BRF Ministries....
New Highcliffe Vicar Shares His Hopes for the Future
Revd Ian Whitham, the new Priest-in-Charge at St Mark’s Church, Highcliffe, tells us about the experiences that have shaped his ministry so far and the hopes that drives him...