The Church of England Diocese of Portsmouth covers 129 parishes across south-east Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. It embraces areas from the heart of urban Portsmouth to the rolling hills of the South Downs. Our churches range from beautiful historic Saxon and Norman buildings to modern, purpose-built centres. Our cathedral (left) is located in the heart of Old Portsmouth. Our worshippers are involved with innovative mission, social justice, effective discipleship and serving their local communities. And our church schools and academies are committed to providing the best education possible for our children. Explore our website and discover more.
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Our vision and strategy
Our vision and strategy
Discover more about our priorities as a diocese Read more
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New Archbishop of Canterbury
New Archbishop of Canterbury
Bishop Jonathan welcomes the new appointment Read more
Latest News
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5 January 2026
MY FAITH: Island holiday led to being Spirit-filled
Anna Britchfield was on a High Tide residential holiday on the Isle of Wight when ... read more
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22 December 2025
Thousands pack into Christmas carol services
Thousands of worshippers are packing into carol services around our diocese as we celebrate the ... read more
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17 December 2025
New training facilitator to help with rejuvenate strategy
A new training facilitator has been appointed to help ensure we create thriving ministries for ... read more
Upcoming Events
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16 January, IN: Children and Young People
High Tide youth service
High Tide is where church youth groups from all denominations join forces for the evening. ... read more
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16 January, IN: Training
Readers’ Conference 2026
The annual gathering of Portsmouth Readers will give opportunities to nourish your soul, spirit, mind ... read more
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17 January, IN: Environment
Hope for a cherished and thriving earth – NZC Conference 2026
* SOLD OUT * An inspirational, interactive and practical day conference to help you on ... read more
Latest vacancies
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Clergy
Vicar, St Jude’s Church, Southsea
CLOSING DATE: 05/02/2026 * St Jude’s is a warm, lively, evangelical church seeking a prayerful, ... Read more
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Diocesan
Giving Advisor
CLOSING DATE: 26/01/2026 * Do you have a passion for helping churches thrive? As a ... Read more
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Clergy
Vicar, Bridgemary & Elson
CLOSING DATE: 23/01/2026 * Come and join us on the Gosport peninsula. We seek a ... Read more
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Parish
Church Planter, Fareham
CLOSING DATE: 23/01/2026 * We have a remarkable opportunity for a visionary self-starter church-planter to ... Read more
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