Diocesan News
An "Impressionist" Wedding
Our ministry teams are busy catching up with weddings that were cancelled during lockdown, and even with just 30 people attending, they have proved memorable events.
Prayerwalking Three Valleys
Pilgrimage is embedded in the rich history of Dorset and Wiltshire, with a number of routes criss-crossing our diocesan area, and new routes are being devised all the time.
A Final Push
Our Aquadeacon is on the final stretch of her epic swim to raise money for a spinal injuries charity.
The 'rule of 6'
New ‘rule of 6’ restrictions to help limit the spread of coronavirus have been announced.
Local Learning
Study is a key part of discipleship in this Diocese, whether at home, in a church study group, or on an accredited course from our ministry partners at Sarum College. For many people, this can be a crucial step on the road to licensed or ordained ministry.
Keeping Vigil for the Earth
The Church season of Creationtide runs from from 1st September to 4th October, with a theme this year of 'Jubilee for the Earth'. There have been a number of parish initiatives in this Diocese, including services for Climate Sunday, and some are joining in with wider initiatives.
New Rhythms, New Hope
Our Diocesan Environment Group has been busy for this year's Season of Creation, which runs from 1st September till 4th October. This year's theme is 'Jubilee for the Earth: New Rhythms, New Hope.'
"A Harmful and Hidden Crime"
Sunday 18th October is St Luke’s Day. It is also the date on which Anti Modern Day Slavery is marked.
Remembering Keith Muston
From 'Through the Open Doors', the weekly newsletter for the Churches of the Cley Hill Villages, dated 28 August 2020:
Bishop announces new fund for the Sudans
The Bishop of Salisbury has announced a generous donation to establish a new fund aiming to provide both Sudan and South Sudan with education, training in hygiene, specialist toilet construction and photovoltaic electricity.
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