News Stories
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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
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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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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