News Stories
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27 Aug. 2023
in GeneralBishop appoints new team vicar for Ryde
Bishop Jonathan has appointed the Rev David Morgan as the new team vicar for Ryde. The new benefice will consist of five churches – All Saints, St John’s, St Michael’s in Ryde, as well as Holy Cross, Binstead, and St Peter’s, Havenstreet. David will be primarily responsible for traditional worship in these parishes as part of a wider team Read more
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8 Aug. 2023
in GeneralNew priest for Buriton is actor, author and therapist
The new self-supporting priest who will be working at St Mary’s Church, Buriton, has trained as a mental health nurse, a psychotherapist, an actor and for ordination. The Rev Andre Radmall was ordained in 2008 and was part of a Fresh Expressions house church, and now runs a business coaching network. He has written books on addiction and well-being, has acted on stage and in film, and has hosted podcasts. Read more
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6 July 2023
in GeneralCathedral clergyman prompts Parliamentary debate
Canon Nick Ralph, who runs the Good Neighbours Network of more than 100 care groups around Hampshire, succeeded in inspiring a Parliamentary debate about car mileage rates. MPs debated his proposal to increase the rate at which car drivers are reimbursed, whether they are volunteers or employees. Read more
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2 July 2023
in GeneralReaders licensed at cathedral service
Two Readers and a pioneer minister were licensed by Bishop Jonathan Frost at a special service at Portsmouth Cathedral. Read more
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27 June 2023
in GeneralBalloon jungle appears at St John’s Northwood for festival
St John’s Church in Northwood hosted the Isle of Wight’s only Balloon Festival, transforming the church into a balloon jungle for the community. The event featured live snakes, a monkey hunt, and homemade food, with leftover resources donated to local institutions. Read more
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25 June 2023
in GeneralBishop appoints new parish priest for Locks Heath
Bishop Jonathan has appointed the Rev Luiz Lima as the new priest-in-charge of St John’s Church, Locks Heath. Luiz, who is a football-loving Brazilian, is currently the vicar of two churches in Worksop. He will be licensed by the bishop in September. Read more
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22 June 2023
in GeneralSt Luke’s Southsea unveils plans for a new look
Architects’ plans to revamp St Luke’s Church in Southsea have been given planning permission. The plans include revamping the exterior of the church, creating a cafe in the church hall and making better use of the garden space. Work may now happen over the next few years. Read more
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19 June 2023
in GeneralCommunity acting group are searching for Jesus
Could you be the person to play Jesus in a community play taking place this summer? Havant Passion Play are looking for someone who could take o the leading part in their production, which will be staged in Staunton County Park this August. Read more
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18 June 2023
in GeneralNew Canon Chancellor and Vice Dean announced
Bishop Jonathan has announced that the Rev Harriet Neale-Stevens has been appointed as Canon Chancellor and Vice Dean of Portsmouth Cathedral. 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