News Stories
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5 March 2023
in GeneralNew parish priest appointed for Liss
Bishop Jonathan has appointed the Rev Clare Welham to be the new priest-in-charge of Liss. Clare is currently part-time incumbent of the benefice of Ropley, Bishop’s Sutton and West Tisted. Her new role includes some responsibility for Growing Faith around the Petersfield deanery. Read more
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2 March 2023
in GeneralLarder expands to include church building
Bishop Jonathan has opened a Little Larder based at St Philip’s Church, Cosham. This aims to provide fresh, affordable food to those who live at the far end of the Highbury Estate. It’s an offshoot of the original Cosham Larder, which began two years ago. The bishop’s visit came as the parish celebrated its second birthday. Read more
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1 March 2023
in GeneralActors to stage musical telling life of Jesus
Worshippers from four parishes and children from a local school are working together to stage a musical that will tell the story of Jesus’s life, death and resurrection. ‘The Miracle’ will be performed at St John’s Church, Locks Heath, over the weekend before Holy Week. Among the actors is Paul Wren, who says he’ll definitely be relying on God as he performs as Jesus. Read more
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21 Feb. 2023
in GeneralVicar hosts Ukrainian refugees as our diocese relaunches appeal
Hayling Island vicar Jenny Gaffin is hosting two Ukrainian refugee families in her vicarage as part of our diocese’s scheme to offer hospitality to refugees fleeing the conflict there. She’s hosting Anna and Katya in her own home, just as worshippers from across our diocese have opened their homes to Ukrainians since the invasion 12 months ago. We’re now relaunching our appeal for hosts and hope to have spaces for another 100 refugees by Easter. Read more
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18 Feb. 2023
in GeneralDiscussing the big issues over pizza and a pint
Harbour Church runs regular Alpha Courses, sometimes in one of the local pubs. Students and other young adults are invited to discuss the big issues about life and faith over pizza and a pint. Holding a course introducing them to the basics of faith in a place where they already feel comfortable makes a real difference. Read more
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13 Jan. 2023
in GeneralMusic is led from within the congregation at this church
Musicians at St Jude’s Church in Southsea lead worship from within the congregation itself – to show that the focus of people’s attention is not the worship group. The vocalists and instrumentalists play inside a V-shape in the nave, with the congregation on either side. Read more
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12 Jan. 2023
in GeneralWorship band integral to all-age services
The worship band at Hart Plain Church is integral to their all-age services, on the first Sunday of every month. And you don't have to have special musical qualifications to join. Read more
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9 Jan. 2023
in GeneralEmsworth musicians collaborate well together
The musicians leading worship at St James, Emsworth, have played with each other for so long that collaboration feels very natural. They currently play at the monthly family service and Breakfast Church in the church hall, after working together for 15 years or so. Read more
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8 Jan. 2023
in GeneralNew Archdeacon role for the Rev Allie Kerr
The Rev Allie Kerr, currently vicar of St Cuthbert and St Aidan, Copnor, has been appointed as the new Archdeacon of Bromley and Bexley – in the Diocese of Rochester. Allie, who until recently was also acting Archdeacon of the Isle of Wight, is likely to be licensed towards the end of April. Read more
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4 Jan. 2023
in GeneralTalented musicians help us to worship God
Worship groups across our diocese use a variety of musical styles to help our congregations engage spiritually. We talk to some of the worship leaders about what they do to encourage us to praise God. Read more