✨ Spotlight on men’s mental health support: Woodbridge men’s group✨
A monthly gathering in a local pub is offering men in rural Wiltshire a safe, informal place to meet, share food and access mental‑health support.
Full story: https://ow.ly/ErHZ50YL9bv
#DoBSpotlight
👣 Longing for a quieter rhythm?
From 15–23 May 2026, we’ll journey parish to parish across the diocese, praying for our communities and making space to listen and reflect. Join for a day or longer, whatever works for you. 🙏🌿
For more details: https://ow.ly/qK1b50YI7jc
#KingdomSeedsinLocalSoil
Kingdom Seeds in Local Soils: 15–23 May 🌱
This May, we’re walking across the Diocese of Bristol.
Everyone is welcome. Join for a few minutes, one stretch, a day, or more; whatever works for you.
🔗Find the details and join points here: https://ow.ly/7UQI50YI6K7
#KingdomSeedsinLocalSoil
We’re delighted to share that Revd Esther Rose has been licensed as Chaplain with the Deaf Community in the Diocese of Bristol 🎉🙏
Want to know more about Esther’s new ministry and the Deaf Community in our diocese?
Read the full story on our website 👇
https://ow.ly/HePN50YB88i
#DioceseofBristol
🚨 It’s the FINAL DAY to vote in #CTAs2026!
🗳️ Cast your vote before midnight: https://ow.ly/fru150YBjgb
To find out more about the fund and how we can support you apply, visit: www.bristol.anglican.org/news/funding...
From 1 April, funding is available for your parish to carry out accessibility improvements - from creating step-free access to installing hearing loops and inclusive signage. The Parish Accessibility Fund is offering up to £50,000 for projects to ensure our churches are welcoming places for all.
Last few days to vote in the #CTAs2026! 🗳️
Choose your People’s Award winner before 31 March: https://ow.ly/pfFf50YzEWg
#ChurchCommunity
These church transformation projects show what’s possible when congregations dream big.
Celebrate the creativity happening across our Diocese by voting in the People’s Award.
🗳️ Vote now: https://ow.ly/WK6V50YyvIl
#CTAs2026 #ChurchCommunity
Have your say! 📣
Vote for your favourite church building project in the Church Transformation Awards 2026.
Voting closes 31 March.
🗳️ Vote here: https://ow.ly/b76q50YxJPZ
#CTAs2026 #ChurchCommunity
...highlighting the work of B&A Church in Bristol and Shine Pinehurst in Swindon. 🙌
#GoodNewsReel #FaithInAction #DioceseofBristol #PremierChristianity #PremierRadio #GoodNews
This week, our very own Lee Barnes (Advisor for Curacy and Fresh Expression) caught up with Lydia Bennett & Max Avard on Premier Christian Radio to share his 'Good News Feed'! 🌟
Lee speaks about some of the food-based social action projects taking place in the Diocese...
If you're interested in a taster of what the CMS course is, why not book onto our online taster session - Thursday, Mar 26 from 7:30 pm to 9 pm
🔗https://ow.ly/4Ol250Yvq6W
✉️For more information contact Lee Barnes – lee.barnes@bristoldiocese.org – or visit the website: ow.ly/8Vmr50Yvq8T
If so, the CMS Certificate in Contextual Pioneer Mission might be for you!
This year-long, in-depth course has been running in dioceses across the South West since 2019 — and it’s had a transformational impact on pioneers and their communities.
Are you someone who:
✔️can’t help starting new things for the sake of the gospel and God’s kingdom?
✔️are having a go at something new and would like to learn from others in contextual mission?
✔️is a lay or ordained person who wants to share Jesus in new ways?
✔️ is growing a new Christian community?
Transformation takes many forms…
✨ Accessibility improvements
✨ Community spaces
✨ Sustainability upgrades
✨ Creative reimagining of heritage buildings
Discover the shortlisted projects and vote by 31 March: https://ow.ly/Z5Uq50YvpvN #ChurchBuilding #BristolDiocese #CTAs2026
The report highlights the extent and depth of the projects that took place in churches across the region in 2025. The purpose of the event was both to celebrate the vital work already happening and to consider how the Audit can be used as a launchpad to foster new partnerships and projects.
✨ Spotlight on celebrating local churches’ social action impact across Swindon ✨ On Tuesday, 10 March, charity leaders, volunteers, church members and the Mayor gathered at Swindon Academy to celebrate the launch of the Diocese of Bristol’s Social Action Audit.
✨ Meet the nominees for the #CTAs2026 People’s Award!
All Saints (Lydiard Millicent)
Holy Rood (Rodbourne)
Holy Trinity (Horfield)
St Philip & St James (Neston)
St Peter’s (Filton)
St Giles (Stanton St Quintin)
🗳️ Vote before 31 March: https://ow.ly/NLbh50YsuMU
#ChurchTransformation #ChurchCommunity
The Church Transformation Awards 2026 voting period is now open!
Discover inspiring parish projects transforming church buildings for mission, welcome and community impact.
🗳️ Cast your vote for the People’s Award by 31 March: https://ow.ly/R44P50YseNh
#CTAs2026 #ChurchLife #Transformation
...we can find comfort in the knowledge that God is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow. 🌳
In his reflection, he encourages us all to hear God's invitation to bring light, goodness and love into the lives of others.☀️
✨As we enter 2026, Bishop Neil shares his monthly reflection for January, focusing on being empowered by the Holy Spirit to live out God's call on our lives.
He reminds us that, whilst the world might tell us to start the new year with a list of resolutions...
This month, may we redouble our efforts to be open people and open churches, sharing Christ’s light with our communities in ways that bring warmth and grace. May this Advent be a time of openness and blessing for all. 🌟
#Advent #LightOfChrist #Hope #DioceseOfBristol #BishopNeil
As we enter December, BIshop Neil's reflection for this month is on light, a theme that feels especially powerful as Advent unfolds🕯️
Jesus is the Light of the World, and that light calls us to open our hearts and our doors. Advent is not only a time of waiting, but a season of welcome and hope.
Bishop Neil was joined by Archdeacon Adam Beaumont, Canon Guy Wilkinson, and Revd David Stephenson, Vicar of St Paul’s and Cotham, the local Benefice.
The visit ended with a shared commitment to further interfaith engagement and to stand firmly against antisemitism in all its forms
Bishop Neil visiting Park Row Synagogue with Noam Adani, the Synagogue’s president, and Tony Gordon. Also Archdeacon Adam Beaumont, and Revd David Stephenson.
Bishop Neil visiting Park Row Synagogue with Noam Adani, the Synagogue’s president, and Tony Gordon. Also Archdeacon Adam Beaumont, and Revd David Stephenson.
Bishop Neil visiting Park Row Synagogue with Noam Adani, the Synagogue’s president, and Tony Gordon. Also Archdeacon Adam Beaumont, and Revd David Stephenson.
Yesterday, Bishop Neil visited Park Row Synagogue, home of the Bristol Hebrew Congregation.
He was warmly welcomed by Noam Adani, the Synagogue’s president, and Tony Gordon, who shared the history of the community and gave a tour.
We kicked off #LivingWageWeek at London Stadium with stories from community leaders on the impact of the real #LivingWage and #LivingHours.
This year’s theme, "The Difference it Makes", is about dignity and the right to a decent life.
Join the movement for the real #LivingWage. 💪
Throughout his life, Jesus trusted God’s timing. In this Vacancy in See period, Bishop Neil encourages us to follow Christ’s example: to see waiting not as wasted time, but as a season of hope, prayer, and preparation. 🙏
As we enter November, Bishop Neil shares this month’s reflection on waiting - a theme that feels especially relevant as Advent approaches.
He reminds us of the words in Ecclesiastes 3: “there is a time for everything.” Waiting is not easy, but Jesus shows us how to wait well.
