News Stories
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31 May 2023
MY FAITH: Summer trip inspired me to become a disciple
She was already a churchgoer, but Alicia Lea only committed herself totally to the Christian faith while on a High Tide holiday in summer 2022 Read more
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30 May 2023
Church is packed with toddlers
St Jude's Church in Southsea hosts Little Tiddlers - a baby and toddler group that echoes the thinking of the national C of E's Growing Faith movement Read more
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28 May 2023
in GeneralBishop appoints new priest for Cowplain
Bishop Jonathan has appointed the Rev Chris Spencer to be the new priest-in-charge of St Wilfrid's Church, Cowplain. He's currently working in parishes around the Rhyl area of North Wales, and will be licensed to his new post in September. Read more
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28 May 2023
in GeneralPriest takes charge of two Fareham churches
Bishop Jonathan has announced that the new priest-in-charge of Holy Trinity and St Columba churches in Fareham will be the Rev Dr Sam Cullen. She is currently associate priest at St Mary's parish in Portsmouth. Read more
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25 May 2023
in GeneralBeloved priest retires after over fifty years in ministry
Rev Anthony Smyth, a beloved figure in the ministry, has retired after a remarkable career spanning several decades. The final service to honour his dedicated service took place on Sunday 14th May. Read more
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21 May 2023
in GeneralNew team rector for South Gosport
Bishop Jonathan has appointed the Rev Ray Driscoll to be team rector of Gosport South. He’ll lead the staff, volunteers and congregations at Holy Trinity Church, Christ Church and St John’s, Forton. The parish was only created in the past few years, but already its congregations and community engagement has grown. Ray steps up from being team vicar to his new role. Read more
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16 May 2023
in SchoolsChurch leads regular worship group in school
Volunteers from St Barnabas Church in Swanmore lead ‘Worship Wonders’ – a lunchtime group introducing children to the Christian faith in their local school. Dozens of children sing, pray and learn together. The church has also launched a group for parents, babies and toddlers, meaning it's at the forefront of our developing work with children and young people. Read more
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9 May 2023
in GeneralFirst lay chaplain to Mayor of Winchester
Stephen Campion, a Licensed Lay Minister, has made history by becoming the first lay person to serve as the chaplain to the Mayor of Winchester. The appointment is largely ceremonial, involving attending civic events and offering prayers before council meetings. However, it also involves providing the mayor with spiritual support and guidance when required. Read more
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8 May 2023
in GeneralChurches host services and parties to celebrate the Coronation
Our churches have hosted a series of special services, community picnics, street parties and opportunities to serve others, to mark the Coronation weekend. Read more
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7 May 2023
in GeneralBishop appoints his new chaplain
Bishop Jonathan has appointed the Rev Amanda Collinson to be his new chaplain. Amanda is currently priest-in-charge of Northwood and Gurnard on the Isle of Wight and will start her new role after the summer Read more