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‘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....
Avon Valley Churches Anna Chaplains Hold Special Service for Older People
Last week, Avon Valley Churches held a special midweek communion service for those who are unable to get to church regularly, along with their carers. Co-ordinated by two local...
Bishop Philip’s Presidential Address – Diocesan Synod June 2025
Bishop Philip gave a presidential address at Diocesan Synod on 25 June, at St Paul’s Church, Bursledon. Read the transcript below: There is, apparently, an ancient Chinese curse that...
Meet Our New Deacons and Priests
On Sunday 29 June, 12 men and women within the Diocese of Winchester will be made deacons at Winchester Cathedral. Meet the ‘new revs’ who have followed God’s calling...
Big Anniversaries for Two Churches in Our Diocese!
This year marks the 900th anniversary of St Nicholas Church, Newnham, and the church community held a service of thanksgiving to celebrate the history and legacy of their church!...
Celebrating Pentecost and Ten Years of Thy Kingdom Come
Celebrating Pentecost Through Worship and Baptism The Day of Pentecost, this year taking place on 8 June, marks fifty days since Easter Day and brings the Easter season to...