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News from Diocesan Synod Elections
21st Nov 2024 / 2 Minute Read

News from Diocesan Synod Elections

We’re delighted to share that, at last week’s Diocesan Synod, Revd Angie Smith was elected as Chair of the House of Clergy, as Revd Canon Andrew Micklefield has stepped...

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Presidential Address at November’s Diocesan Synod
20th Nov 2024 / 2 Minute Read

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...

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Further Statement in Response to the Makin Review
15th Nov 2024 / 2 Minute Read

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...

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Remembrance 2024 – How the Diocese of Winchester Paid Tribute
13th Nov 2024 / 2 Minute Read

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...

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Winchester Cathedral Announce the Retirement of Dean Catherine Ogle
12th Nov 2024 / 2 Minute Read

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...

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Statement in Response to the John Smyth Review
11th Nov 2024 / 2 Minute Read

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...

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Light Parties and Autumn Events Across the Diocese
7th Nov 2024 / 2 Minute Read

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...

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St Clements Boscombe Sees God at Work Through its Kids’ Breakfasts Scheme
7th Nov 2024 / 2 Minute Read

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...

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Safeguarding Officers Share Experiences of Safeguarding Sunday
30th Oct 2024 / 2 Minute Read

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...

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