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Diocesan Chief Executive Announces Departure
Andrew Robinson, the Chief Executive of the Diocese of Winchester, is to leave office at the end of October 2021. He served in the role for 13 years, having...
Bishop of Southampton reopens Bournemouth church after extensive renovations
One of Bournemouth’s iconic churches reopened its doors this weekend after a 12-month renovation project. The reopening of the newly revitalised St Mike’s Church in Bournemouth was marked by...
Bishop of Winchester announces retirement
The Bishop of Winchester, the Rt Rev Dr Tim Dakin, has today announced his retirement, having formally notified HM The Queen of his intention to step down. He will...
Reflection and Reconnection at St James’ by the Park community art exhibition
This weekend, St James’ by the Park, Shirley is providing the local community with a chance to reflect on the past year and reconnect with one another through an...
26 new members of the clergy ordained in Winchester as the Diocese
26 new members of the clergy ordained in Winchester as the Diocese welcomes record-breaking intake of new ministers New deacons will serve parishes across Hampshire and East Dorset In...
A Message from Bishop Debbie
Dear Friends, Jesus said to them, ‘But who do you say I am?’ Simon Peter answered, ‘You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God’. Matthew 16: 15...
Diocese of Winchester launches Net Zero Strategy to reduce carbon emissions by 2030
On World Environment Day, Saturday 5th June, The Diocese of Winchester will launch its Net Zero Strategy with a target of reaching Net Zero emissions by 2030. The commitment...
The legacy of a Bitterne resident goes towards regenerating Holy Saviour Church for local community
Money left by a member of the Bitterne community has part funded redevelopments which will ensure Holy Saviour Church can continue to enrich the lives of the community it...
Southampton Churches help older people fight loneliness and isolation from home
Churches across Southampton have come together to help tackle the sense of loneliness and isolation in the older community, with the help of a local charity. In partnership with...