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 👇
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...highlighting the work of B&A Church in Bristol and Shine Pinehurst in Swindon. 🙌

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Thousands supported by a ‘united’ Bristol diocese, audit finds MORE than 40,700 people were supported by Bristol diocese, “a diocese united in compassion, creativity and commitment”, throughout last year, an audit has found. Its report, published on Monday, says that 1634 volunteers contributed 121,660 hours ...

More than 40,700 people were supported by Bristol diocese, “a diocese united in compassion, creativity and commitment”, throughout last year, an audit has found

Read more below 👇

#DioceseOfBristol #churchnews #churchtimes

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

#GertBishopHunt #BishopofBristol #DioceseofBristol #NewBishop #CofE

Watch Bishop Neil’s message and join us in prayer as we step into this new season of ministry.

#DioceseOfBristol #BishopNeil #WayForward #ChurchOfEngland #FaithInAction #ThankYouBishopViv

7 Days of Gratitude – Bishop Viv’s Retirement
Day 6: Gratitude for the journey ahead

Today, Bishop Viv officially retires. We send her and Michael with love and prayers as they begin a new chapter in Herefordshire. Her legacy will continue to shape our Diocese.

#ThankYouBishopViv #DioceseofBristol

7 Days of Gratitude - Bishop Viv's retirement
Day 6: Gratitude for a beautiful farewell
On Saturday, we gathered at Bristol Cathedral to celebrate Bishop Viv’s ministry. Her farewell service marks a sacred moment of thanksgiving and transition.
#ThankYouBishopViv #FarewellService #DioceseofBristol

From championing the care and renewal of cathedral buildings to raising awareness of modern slavery, her voice has shaped conversations and inspired action across the Church of England.
Her leadership has left a lasting mark far beyond the Diocese of Bristol.
#ThankYouBishopViv #DioceseofBristol

Through her encouragement and guidance, countless clergy and lay leaders have been empowered to step into their calling—shaping the Church across generations.
Her legacy lives on in every person she has inspired to serve.
#ThankYouBishopViv #WomenInMinistry #DioceseofBristol

Her unwavering vision has shaped a Diocese rooted in justice, inclusion, and Gospel hope - a legacy that will continue to inspire and transform.
We are deeply grateful for the strength and wisdom she has brought to every step of the journey. 🙏💐
#ThankYouBishopViv #DioceseofBristol

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📣 Your voice matters.
🗓️ Complete the consultation survey by 22 July.
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🙏 “God of calling… give us a shepherd after your own heart.”

Join us in prayer as we discern our next Bishop of Bristol.
🗓️ Consultation open until 22 July:
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#BristolDiocese #NetZero2030 #EnergyFootprintTool #CreationCare #SustainableChurch #EcoChurch #ChurchCarbonFootprint #DioceseOfBristol

Your Voice Matters - Have your say in the future of the Diocese of Bristol by taking part in our consultation for selecting the next Bishop of Bristol! Complete the survey today!

📣 We’re searching for the next Bishop of Bristol — and we want to hear from YOU!
🗓️ Have your say by 22 July: forms.office.com/e/UkxB4sreBC

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Want to hear more about Ascension? Hear from The Revd Canon Dr Simon Taylor on our TikTok www.tiktok.com/@dioceseofbr...
To find an Ascension Day celebration near you, visit www.achurchnearyou.com and use the tag ascensionday
#AscensionDay #DioceseofBristol

👏 Huge congrats to St Paul’s Chippenham & St Aldhelm’s Bedminster - the latest churches to earn their Dementia Friendly Church Certificate!
#dioceseofbristol #dementiaactionweek #knowthesigns

A close-up of a rare Elizabeth I Royal Coat of Arms, featuring a lion on the left and a dragon on the right supporting a quartered shield with gold lions and fleur-de-lis symbols.

🌟 Exciting news! Four of our churches have been awarded grants as part of the Church of England’s 2024 conservation scheme, ensuring the preservation of our cherished heritage. Discover the full story here: www.bristol.anglican.org/news/bristol...

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🎶 Special Evensong – Sun 11 May, 3:30pm @ Bristol Cathedral
🔎 Find local events: search ‘80th Anniversary of VE Day’ on AChurchNearYou.com

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We will explore a range of topics with workshops on fundraising and culture change. There will also be talks from parish officers on intergenerational worship and much more.

📅 Save the date and stay tuned for updates!

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Earth Day – How the Diocese of Bristol is responding to the environmental crisis - Diocese of Bristol Earth Day – How the Diocese of Bristol is responding to the environmental crisis

Find out what we're doing at the Diocese of Bristol to respond to the environmental crisis and care for creation:
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#EarthDay2025 #OurPowerOurPlanet #WorldEarthDay #EnvironmentalAwareness #CareForCreation #ProtectOurPlanet #DioceseOfBristol

A blessed Easter from all at the Diocese of Bristol.

A blessed Easter from all at the Diocese of Bristol.
🙌Christ is risen!🙌

#EasterBlessings #DioceseOfBristol #ChristIsRisen #EasterJoy #HappyEaster

This will be the last Chrism Eucharist presided over by Bishop Viv, ahead of her retirement later in the year.

#DioceseOfBristol #MaundyThursday #BristolCathedral #ChrismEucharist

📷 Emily Whitfield Wicks

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Young Vocations Evening Do you want to explore God's calling on your Life? If so, sign up for our free event and explore your calling.

Featuring a panel of speakers from across the diocese, this is one you won’t want to miss!

Sign up for your free place here: ow.ly/N1LE50VAK6S

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#RacialJustice #MinorityEthnicVocations #InclusiveChurch #VocationsConference #ClergySupport #DiscipleshipJourney #DiversityInFaith #DioceseOfBristol

Living Hope

As we move through #Lent, don't forget you can download the #EverydayFaith app to explore daily #LivingHope reflections at cofe.io/LivingHopeReflections.

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The Right Reverend Neil Warwick, Bishop of Swindon being ashed by Fr Christian Saguyan

To commemorate Ash Wednesday, the Right Reverend Neil Warwick, Bishop of Swindon, visited St Andrew’s, Chippenham. Here he is being ashed by Fr Christian Saguyan.

#AshWednesday #Lent #LivingHope #DioceseOfBristol

Spring is on its way. Snowdrops all around the churchyard at St Mary’s Lydiard Tregoze. A sign that life is springing once again. #snowdrops #spring #seasons #change #newlife #flowers #church #lydiardpark #lydiardtregoze #churchofengland #dioceseofbristol #churchyard