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.
News
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.
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 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.
Welcoming a new member of the From Lament to Action Group
25th June 2026We are delighted Jason Selormey as the newest volunteer member appointed to diocesan From Lament to Action Group
Windrush Service at Christ Church Bath
24th June 2026A special Windrush Reflection Service was held at Christ Church, Julian Road, Bath, bringing together people from across the community to honour the legacy of the Windrush generation and reflect on themes of migration, faith, family, and belonging.
Pilgrimage to the Peace Cathedral in Tbilisi, Georgia
23rd June 2026Earlier this year a group of eight members of the Bath Interfaith Group travelled to Tbilisi and spent time with Bishop Malkhaz Songulashvili, who has created a Peace Cathedral in the city.
New film sheds a light on community cohesion and interfaith dialogue
10th June 2026The film highlights and showcases some of the fantastic work and projects being undertaking in Bath and North East Somerset.
Faith and civic leaders explore Plymouth's community and culture
11th February 2026The trip was organised by the Somerset Interfaith Forum, which aims to foster dialogue and understanding among all faiths represented across the cSomerset.
A special service of the Cathedral Eucharist to mark Racial Justice Sunday
11th February 2026The Cathedral Eucharist to mark Racial Justice Sunday, was held at Wells Cathedral. The Revd Canon Sonia Barron, former Co-chair of the Church of England’s Anti-Racism Taskforce and member of the Archbishops Commission for Racial Justice was the guest preacher.
Racial Justice Report
11th December 2025A detailed report sharing the findings of Racial Justice Consultant Anira Khokhar, who carried out a series of in-depth interviews and listening sessions with people across the diocese to explore racial justice issues has been published.
Finding Beauty in Community: Interfaith gathering in Bath
21st November 2025The evening at Christ Church in Bath was an interfaith and multicultural celebration, bringing the community together for an evening of sharing food, music, arts and conversation.
Wells Cathedral talk looks at Emperor Haile Selassie's time in Bath and Wells
14th November 2025Wells Cathedral Education Room was packed as people gathered for an inspiring evening about Emperor Haile Selassie I in Bath and Wells: His Journey, His Faith.
‘Tapestry of Black Britons’ artwork to go on display at Wells Cathedral
31st October 2025The artwork is on display as part of a series of Remembrance events and services at the cathedral, marking the 80th anniversary year of the end of World War II.
Bath & Wells Interfaith Advisor, offers prayers for Pope Francis
25th April 2025Revd Prebendary, Narinder Tegally, Bath and Wells Bath Interfaith Advisor and the Lead Chaplain and Staff Governor at the Royal United Hospital in Bath, expressed her condolences and offered prayers following the announcement of the death of Pope Francis.
Empowered by Christian hope - Diocesan Synod March 2025
27th March 2025“Our calling as God’s people in these days that we have been given to live in is not to be people of denial or despair but people of hope. Hope is one of the great Christian virtues that we are called to live out,” said Bishop Michael at March's Diocesan Synod
New Deputy Lieutenants appointed
22nd November 2024The Revd Prebendary Narinder Tegally, Lead Chaplain at the RUH, Bath and Interfaith Adviser for Bath and Wells, and Caroline Boddington, Senior Non-Executive Chapter Member of Wells Cathedral, have been named as two of five new Deputy Lieutenants appointed to support the Lord-Lieutenant, His Majesty’s personal representative in Somerset.
People news: Mike Haslam to move on
2nd September 2024Mike Haslam, our Chaplaincy Adviser and Mission Development Team Leader has been appointed to become the Director of Transforming Ministry in the Diocese of St Asaph in the Church in Wales.
Church of England disability vocations autumn events
12th August 2024In Autumn 2024, the Church of England Diocesan Disability Advisers are holding a series of three exciting events for those who are disabled or neurodivergent, who wish to explore their sense of calling to ministry within the Church.
Prayers for Peace during Civil Unrest and Racial Tension
8th August 2024The Racial Justice Unit for the Church of England has issued prayers that churches can use during this period of civil unrest and racial tension.
