News Stories
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23 July 2019
in GeneralFestival brings together talented island musicians
Musicians from across the Isle of Wight came together for a weekend devoted to a variety of styles Read more
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3 July 2019
in GeneralJoanne Grenfell consecrated as Bishop of Stepney
Our Archdeacon, Joanne Grenfell, was consecrated as Bishop of Stepney by the Archbishop of Canterbury in a special service at St Paul's Cathedral Read more
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25 June 2019
in GeneralChurchgoers celebrate 50th and 60th wedding anniversaries together
Several couples from Holy Trinity Church, Blendworth, joined forces to mark their Golden and Diamond Wedding Anniversaries at the church Read more
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25 June 2019
in GeneralWorshippers sail around Hayling Island to ‘beat the bounds’
Worshippers used a variety of boats to sail around Hayling Island as part of the traditional ‘beating the bounds’ event Read more
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17 June 2019
in GeneralBishop appoints three new Canons of Honour
Bishop Christopher has appointed three people to be Canons of Honour at our cathedral. They recognise Christian service beyond as well as in the diocese. Read more
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9 June 2019
in GeneralThousands gather for the Big Prayer Picnic
Thousands of Christians from all denominations gathered at Portchester Castle to pray and worship God together. It was the climax of this year’s Thy Kingdom Come initiative in this region, and included prayer booths, games, family activities and worship led from the main stage Read more
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6 June 2019
in GeneralPortsmouth was focus for poignant D-Day events
Portsmouth was the focus as the world remembered those who fought for our freedom on D-Day 75 years ago. As well as the major international event on Southsea Common, our churches held services, concerts and events to thank those who fought and remember those we have lost. Read more
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23 May 2019
in GeneralWorshippers to mark 75 years since D-Day
Worshippers across the diocese will mark 75 years since D-Day, which hastened the end of the Second World War and led to the liberation of Europe. They'll host services, special events and concerts to commemorate the event and remember those whose lives were lost on the beaches of Normandy Read more
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23 May 2019
in GeneralRibbon to be cut to mark milestone for church annexe
The rector of Droxford, Exton, Meonstoke and Corhampton will cut a ribbon at the Droxford Country Fair to mark a milestone in the creation of a new Community Café and Heritage Centre at St Mary and All Angels Church, Droxford. Read more
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7 May 2019
in GeneralArchdeacon Joanne to become Bishop of Stepney
The Archdeacon of Portsdown, the Ven Joanne Grenfell, has been announced as the new Bishop of Stepney. She’ll be consecrated as a bishop in July and take up her new post in September Read more