News Stories
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20 April 2021
in GeneralBishop to bid farewell after 10 years in the role
Bishop Christopher will retire as Bishop of Portsmouth after more than 10 years in the role. He will symbolically lay down his crozier on the altar of our cathedral before walking out of the west doors, at the end of a farewell service on April 24. From that moment, he will no longer be Bishop of Portsmouth. Past and present colleagues have paid tribute to his caring and thoughtful ministry. Read more
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10 April 2021
in GeneralChurches respond with prayer and thanksgiving to remember HRH Prince Philip
Our churches opened their doors to help people pray and reflect after the death of HRH Prince Philip. They are also hosting some extra services of remembrance and thanksgiving for his life. Bishop Christopher will preach at both Newport Minster and Portsmouth Cathedral. Read more
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8 April 2021
in GeneralVillagers enjoy innovative Easter activities
Villagers enjoyed innovative Easter activities hosted by All Saints Church in Denmead, including outdoor scenery telling the story of Holy Week, a family Easter trail, a colouring competition and the creation of a knitted daffodil arch over the porch Read more
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29 March 2021
in GeneralGenerous worshippers help families to celebrate Easter
Generous worshippers donated more than 500 Easter eggs, plus gardening equipment, to help vulnerable families this Easter. The donations were handed over to agencies who work with needy families and women who have experienced abuse. Read more
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18 March 2021
in GeneralFilm project aims to tell the story of Easter
Amateur actors and writers in the Havant area have combined to tell the story of Jesus's final week on Earth. The team behind Havant Passion Plays have created a series of films which will be shared during Holy Week called 'the Road to Easter'. Each day, a new character will tell the story of Jesus's death and resurrection from their point of view. Read more
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4 March 2021
in GeneralRoyal recognition for hospital chaplain
HRH the Duke of Cambridge has spoken to the lead chaplain of Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust to thank her for her valuable work during the Covid pandemic. Read more
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26 Feb. 2021
in GeneralNew ‘commissary bishop’ will help to lead diocese
The Area Bishop of Edmonton, the Rt Rev Rob Wickham, will help to lead our diocese when Bishop Christopher retires Read more
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11 Jan. 2021
in GeneralLocal cabinet maker in New Year’s Honours list
For many years, Portchester resident and member of St Mary’s Church Portchester Richard Andrews has served his community and church using his talents as a cabinet maker. Read more
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8 Jan. 2021
in GeneralNew chair for our Council for Social Responsibility
Bishop Christopher has appointed Professor Sir Jonathan Montgomery as the new chair of our diocesan Council for Social Responsibility Read more
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22 Dec. 2020
in GeneralCommunity contributes to digital carol service
Those who live, work and study in Somers Town and inner-city Portsmouth contributed readings and songs to a community carol service organised by St Luke's Church, Southsea. It was premiered on Youtube, as a way of celebrating Jesus's birth during a time when it's difficult for worshippers to meet together. Read more