News Stories
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15 Oct. 2018
in NewsOver one hundred lay people take on new roles in the Diocese of Winchester
The Right Reverend Tim Dakin, Bishop of Winchester, licensed 10 new Licensed Lay Ministers and Workers (LLMs and LLWs), and commissioned 102 new members of the Bishop’s Commission for Mission (BCM) this weekend at Winchester Cathedral. Read more
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2 Oct. 2018
in NewsReconcilers Together
New Christian network to inspire and equip Christian leaders for reconciliation in their churches and communities
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2 Oct. 2018
Try Praying
Try Praying is a prayer guide with a difference. It’s for friends, family, neighbours and anyone else asking questions about God and faith. The pocket-sized booklet features real-life stories, words of wisdom, and prayers that anyone can pray. Try Praying is a seven-day exploration of faith, which doesn’t shy away from the tough questions about suffering, or prayers that haven’t been answered. The day by day format introduces the idea of a relationship with God, explains who Jesus is, and why we all need him in our life. Read more
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25 Sept. 2018
in NewsNew school building opened by Councillor, local MP and Bishop of Southampton
A ribbon-cutting ceremony and blessing marked the official opening of a new school extension at St James Church of England Primary School in West End (24 September 2018) increasing the school’s capacity from 420 to 630 pupils. Read more
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24 Sept. 2018
in NewsBishop of Winchester supports marathon runners raising funds for Winchester Hospice
On Sunday members of Winchester Churches Together took part in the Winchester Half Marathon in support of Winchester Hospice. Read more
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21 Sept. 2018
in NewsDiocese of Winchester leads the way as local people pursue vocations to join the priesthood
As the Diocese of Winchester’s locally-based training programme for ordinands commences its second year, the Diocese has seen a 50% increase in the number of people commencing training to become ordained clergy since 2016. Read more
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18 Sept. 2018
in HospitalsCompassionate Care Award for Royal Bournemouth Hospital volunteers
The team of End of Life Companion Volunteers from the Royal Bournemouth Hospital (RBH) has received a Kate Granger Compassionate Care Award. Read more
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18 Sept. 2018
in NewsArchbishop of York brings hope to Northumberland
The Bishop of Winchester, the Bishop of Southampton and the Bishop of Basingstoke travelled to the Northumberland coast this weekend to join the Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, in his launch of the Pathways Mission in the Diocese of Newcastle.
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12 Sept. 2018
in NewsThe Society of St James - Big Sleep Out
Homelessness charity The Society of St James (SSJ) is hosting its annual Big Sleep Out on 19th October to raise awareness of the devastating impact homelessness has on people’s lives. Read more
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6 Sept. 2018
in NewsHoliday at Home
Five Fordingbridge Families accepted the invitation to ‘Holiday at Home’ during the summer holidays: A total of 27 guests attended, ranging from a six week-old baby to a grandma! Read more