Bishop Michael called to serve in the House of Lords
21st September 2026The Rt Revd Michael Beasley, Bishop of Bath and Wells, has been called to serve in the House of Lords as one of the Church of England’s Lords Spiritual.
News
St Andrew's Church, Burnham shares the history of their carved angels
16th September 2026Originally part of a huge altarpiece commissioned by King James II for a new chapel at Whitehall Palace, the angels first came to Somerset 200 years ago.
St Andrew’s Church, Burnham celebrates its historic angels 200 year anniversary
16th September 2026The group of 17th centaury angel statues with links to kings, queens, Sir Christopher Wren and Westminster Abbey arrived in Somerset two centuries ago. A series of special events is planned to mark the occasion.
Songs of Praise comes to Bridgwater
16th September 2026Members of Holy Trinity Hamp in Bridgwater welcome the BBC to their church for the forthcoming harvest edition of Songs of Praise
A day of learning, wonder and connection at Wells Cathedral.
16th September 2026Pupils from Locking Primary School spend a day at Wells Cathedral thanks to the generosity of their local parish church.
Supporting social action across our diocese
15th September 2026We’re delighted to welcome Anne Futcher, who is joining the diocese as our new Social Action Voluntary Adviser.
Photography festival celebrates creation care in the Chew Valley
15th September 2026The Chew Valley Nature Photography Festival brought photographers, conservationists and local residents together to celebrate the biodiversity of the area and reflect on the call to care for God’s creation. More than 400 entries were submitted .
Reflections from the Taizé pilgrimage 2026
7th September 2026Pilgrims from Bath and Wells joined thousands from across the world for a week of prayer, reflection and shared worship.
Celebrating the 90th anniversary of the Ethiopian Royal Family’s arrival in Bath
3rd September 2026Ninety years ago, Emperor Haile Selassie and his family arrived in Bath as exiles, Narinder Tegally, our diocesan Interfaith Adviser shares how the celebrations to mark this historic event are an opportunity for us all to learn about welcome and belonging.
Finding God in the stillness
2nd September 2026Stillwaters is an ecumenical and inclusive community which offers a supportive way for people drawn to contemplative prayer to deepen their relationship with God.
It is with great sadness that we share the news that Revd Ana Lawrence has died
1st September 2026It is with great sadness that we share the news that our much-loved colleague and friend, the Revd Ana Lawrence, Rector of Street with Walton and Compton Dundon, has died. We hold Ana's husband Kevin, her children, and all her family and friends in our prayers at this difficult time.
Bishop Michael offers prayers for Bishop Barry Rogerson and his family
27th August 2026It is with sadness that the Diocese of Bristol shares the news of the death of Bishop Barry Rogerson who, following his retirement, served as Assistant Bishop in the Diocese of Bath and Wells
Portbury chaplaincy welcomes Bishop Fiona
27th August 2026Bishop Fiona visited ships, met with seafarers and learnt about the work of the chaplaincy team who care for those working at sea.
Prayers for the farming community
19th August 2026Throughout our diocese, and across the country farmers are struggling to cope with the effects of the intense heat, lack of rainfall and the outbreak of the disease, Bluetongue.
Summer Safeguarding Newsletter
19th August 2026All the latest information and resources from the diocesan Safeguarding team
Rededication service for German pilot shot down over Porlock 86 years ago
16th August 2026The service in Porlock highlighted the story of community, forgiveness and reconciliation
Windrush generation nurse who trained in Taunton shares her inspiring story
14th August 2026Lynette Richards-Lorde was just 19 in 1959 when she travelled 4,000 miles from her home in Guyana to begin her training as a nurse at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton.
A wonderful wedding entrance
13th August 2026The arrival of the Bride at a recent wedding at Holy Cross, Mark caused a something of stir both locally and in the national and even international press.
An enormous EFT thank you!
13th August 2026A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to complete the Energy Footprint Tool (EFT) this year.
A volunteer from St Mary’s Church, Bridgwater, is nominated for BBC Award
12th August 2026Tony O'Mara, who has overcome his own 40-year addiction, has been nominated for the BBC award for his work supporting others in the place that helped him change his life.
