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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...
St Clements Boscombe Sees God at Work Through its Kids’ Breakfasts Scheme
St Clements Church in Boscombe is situated in an area of significant poverty. In March last year the community started providing breakfasts each Thursday morning for children on their...
Safeguarding Officers Share Experiences of Safeguarding Sunday
Safeguarding Sunday is an awareness campaign spearheaded by Christian charity Thirtyone:eight, which encourages churches to speak openly about safeguarding and help protect vulnerable people. Defending the rights of vulnerable...
Archbishop Justin Encourages Diocese to “Share the Good News” at Cathedral Eucharist
The Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Revd Justin Welby, addressed people from across the Diocese of Winchester who gathered for a Service of Morning Prayer and Eucharist this morning,...