News Stories
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4 Nov. 2026
Prayer for Nepal after destructive floods
A Fareham priest has visited Nepal - and came back with requests for prayer from Christians there. Prayers are needed for those suffering in the wake of a disastrous glacial flood in August that killed more than 1,500 people and left thousands of others missing or bereaved. Read more
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4 Nov. 2026
in GeneralRemembrance events will recall sacrifices made
Events to mark Remembrance Sunday across our diocese will recall the sacrifices made to ensure our freedom. We'll remember those who died in both world wars and other conflicts at services and special events in our churches. Read more
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2 Nov. 2026
Worshippers enjoying brand new church
This autumn we have launched a brand new church in a community centre within a new housing development. Boorley Community Church opened its doors in September, and has welcomed families and others who live in the new 2,200-home development to the north of Botley. And Jamie Harding has been licensed as our new lay planter to run the church. Read more
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29 Oct. 2026
in GeneralHRH the Princess Royal helps lay up the Queen’s Colour
We welcomed HRH the Princess Royal to Portsmouth Cathedral for the Laying-Up of the Queen’s Colour of the Royal Navy. The event began with a procession along the High Street with the Band of HM Royal Marines and the Guard of Honour. The service included the ceremonial handing over of the Colour, which will be hung in the cathedral's north cloister. HRH the Princess Royal also read from the Bible as part of the service Read more
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26 Oct. 2026
in SchoolsNew centre offers hope to children with special needs
A new inclusion centre opened at St George’s CofE Beneficial Primary School in Portsea is offering renewed hope for pupils who have special educational needs. ‘The Quay’ is a purpose-built suite of five classrooms that allows specialist support for children who need it. It was created alongside the school in a building that was no longer being used Read more
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13 Oct. 2026
Emily spends a week seeing Tearfund’s work in Rwanda
Our Director of Safeguarding Emily Hassan accepted the offer of Christian charity Tearfund to see the difference our money is making to people in Rwanda. We're supporting Tearfund via Bishop’s Lent Appeals in successive years, and some of the funds raised in our diocese will go to support their work, helping local Christian leaders to make a major difference. Read more
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12 Oct. 2026
Centenary launches with ice cream 99s for all
We launched the centenary celebrations of our diocese and our cathedral – as we entered our 100th year. The year 2027 will be our centenary year, so we marked our 99th anniversary with 99-style ice-creams after a special Eucharist. We also heard about the plans to celebrate next year, including three special services, a project to capture ‘100 Faces’ around the diocese, and other special activities. Read more
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12 Oct. 2026
in GeneralNew island priest comes from South Africa
Bishop Jonathan has appointed a new interim priest to take charge of the parishes of Wroxall, Arreton and Newchurch. The Rev Shirley Pearce is originally from South Africa, and has lived in the UK for more than 20 years. After a career as a nurse, she was ordained in 2010. Read more
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5 Oct. 2026
in GeneralNew Southsea vicar looking forward to the sea
Bishop Jonathan has appointed the Rev Anna Norton as the new vicar of St Simon’s Church in Southsea. Anna is currently a vicar in the Guildford diocese, but has lived in various parts of the world. She is looking forward to being near the sea at Southsea. Read more
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3 Oct. 2026
in GeneralTwenty years of serving the needy in Southsea
Volunteers and guests celebrated 20 years of Friday Fridge – the weekly ministry offered by St Jude’s Church to all those in Southsea who need food, company and some spiritual input. They marked the occasion by filling the nave with tables and chairs, for a slap-up meal, some speeches and a chance to thank those who make it happen Read more