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Music-making in the parishes – from mass hymn singing to talent shows
10th Mar 2023 / 2 Minute Read

Music-making in the parishes – from mass hymn singing to talent shows

Parishes have been putting on some superb music events for their communities in recent weeks. Here are some images from a couple of the most inspiring… Christchurch Priory Hymnfest...

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Dates for Archdeacons’ Visitations 2023
10th Mar 2023 / 2 Minute Read

Dates for Archdeacons’ Visitations 2023

We are pleased to be able to share the dates for this year’s Archdeacons’ Visitations. We value the opportunity of meeting you and know that many of you, likewise,...

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St Luke’s School going for gold!
9th Mar 2023 / 2 Minute Read

St Luke’s School going for gold!

St Luke’s Church of England Primary School in Sway, Lymington, have become a handful of schools in the country to achieve a Global Neighbours Gold Award, an accreditation from...

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Welcome to our new Archdeacon of Bournemouth
3rd Mar 2023 / 2 Minute Read

Welcome to our new Archdeacon of Bournemouth

We are delighted to share the news that The Ven. Jean Burgess will be joining us in early summer as our new Archdeacon of Bournemouth. The Collation and Installation...

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Green Hearts and Crosses
3rd Mar 2023 / 2 Minute Read

Green Hearts and Crosses

People across the country and worldwide are feeling the impacts of climate change and spiralling costs of living but are united in wanting to see a safer, greener future....

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Lenten hospitality around the diocese
3rd Mar 2023 / 2 Minute Read

Lenten hospitality around the diocese

Many of our churches have used the season of Lent to offer hospitality and fellowship to their communities, thinking about Lenten themes around a table together. Have a look...

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Information and Resources for the King’s Coronation
2nd Mar 2023 / 2 Minute Read

Information and Resources for the King’s Coronation

Preparations for the Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort are now well underway. As with the period of mourning following the death of...

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Welcoming our new Honorary Canons
24th Feb 2023 / 2 Minute Read

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,...

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Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday in Pictures
22nd Feb 2023 / 2 Minute Read

Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday in Pictures

Winchester Cathedral On Ash Wednesday Winchester Cathedral hosted ‘Ashes to Go’ in the cathedral grounds for people passing through, as well as holding two services that included the imposition...

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