News Stories
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14 May 2026
Iconic Fareham clock to be repaired
An iconic clock on a Fareham church will be repaired after years of not working properly. The clock faces on the bell tower of St Peter and St Paul Church – which greets visitors to one part of Fareham town centre – will be lowered to the ground later this month, and repaired over the summer. It’s all part of a project to repair and refurbish the church building, so it can be used by future generations. Read more
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13 May 2026
Hundreds enjoy a swashbuckling pirate party
Hundreds of children and their families enjoyed a swashbuckling pirate party with CBeebies legend Gemma Hunt. It happened at St John’s Church, Locks Heath, where Gemma led two identical pirate-themed services that included songs, games and stories. She was also interviewed that evening about her life, her Christian faith and her career in broadcasting. Read more
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11 May 2026
in GeneralAnna Café Church is a godsend for the elderly
St James’ Church in Emsworth runs a monthly ‘Anna Café Church’, which includes worship and lunch for those who are elderly. It’s part of the ministry that Anna Chaplains within the parish offer to those who may be unable to access Sunday worship. And it’s expanding to a second day of the month and a new venue. Read more
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5 May 2026
Young people need help to battle mental health issues
Chloe Bacon, from St Jude’s Church, Southsea, is one of many young people in our churches and communities facing mental health issues. She is sharing her story to help others who may be in a similar situation – to reassure them that help is at hand. Read more
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1 May 2026
in GeneralPortsmouth faith leaders condemn terror attacks
The leaders of different faiths within Portsmouth have condemned the recent terror attacks and the rise in anti-Semitism. They have issued a statement suggesting that an attack on any faith is an attack on all faiths. Read more
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30 April 2026
Podcast helps young people to examine wellbeing
One of the ways in which our diocese is helping young people with their mental health is via a podcast that allows them to talk about these issues. Lydia Galloway, from our Council for Social Responsibility, helps the young people to articulate their feelings on the regular podcast. Read more
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23 April 2026
Iranian Christians are praying for democracy
Iranian Christians who are worshipping in churches in Portsmouth are sad that their country is involved in military conflict – but they wonder if it might be the best way to remove the current regime. They have found a welcome in our churches, and are especially grateful to see liturgy and song words available in their language, Farsi. Read more
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16 April 2026
Experience of Southsea church led to call to become a Reader
Oyin Alonge was initially suspicious of church leadership – because of his previous experience of other denominations. But he ultimately decided to respond to God’s call to become a Reader, after seeing different models of leadership and church community at St Simon’s Church in Southsea Read more
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15 April 2026
in GeneralNew lay minister has already been pioneering
Steven Smart will be licensed as a lay pioneer minister in June – alongside several Readers. But he considers that he has already been pioneering in his role as children, youth and families minister at Bridgemary and Elson over the past three years. Read more
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7 April 2026
in GeneralNew rector of Rowner grew up on the estate
Bishop Jonathan has appointed the Rev Vickie Morgan to be the new rector of Rowner in Gosport. Vickie grew up on the estate and so is delighted to be returning to minister there. Her current role is chaplain at the Mountbatten Hospice on the Isle of Wight and assistant area dean Read more