Diocesan News
Space to reflect
The new Coombe Bissett Community Reflection Garden stands in the grounds of Coombe Bissett Primary School as a centrepiece of an eight-year wellbeing project.
Introducing Jess Meale
One of our key charity partners in working with children and young people is the Children's Society, and we have a new regional contact – Jess Meale.
Remembering... Mr Barry Smith
It is with great sadness that we announce Mr Barry Smith, a long-standing supporter of mission and ministry in the Diocese, has died in Scotland aged 82 years.
Military coup in Sudan
On Monday (25th October), General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan made a televised announcement, declaring a state of emergency. The transitional cabinet has been dissolved, and a new government is to be formed.
Changes ahead for Grapevine
This week's is the last edition of Grapevine that will be co-edited by Michael Ford.
Ringing for COP26
The call has gone out to our parishes to join churches across the country sounding the alarm of the climate and ecological emergency. Churches are being asked to ring their bell or bells at 6.00pm on Saturday 30th October to coincide with the beginning of COP26, possibly the most critical global climate conference in history.
Bishop Debates: Does the parish need saving?
On Wednesday 20th October, Bishop Andrew took part in an online debate exploring "Does the parish need saving?", hosted by the Church Times.
Sewing to mend the soul
Christians believe that all human beings are made in the image of God, and are of immense value and personal worth. Ensuring that needs are truly met is often a mixture of being informed, being practical, and being compassionate.
"Rise up in concern for Creation"
On Sunday 17th October, over 50 people from local churches around Lyme Regis and Uplyme gathered together on the sea front for a café-style event to pray and commit to climate action ahead of COP26.
Happy 250th, Chilton Foliat
Many of our parishes have links with the local schools in their patch – and our Bishops do, too!
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