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Thanksgiving Service After Historic Church Saved from Fire
St Peter’s Church in East Tytherley has given prayers of thanks after its historic grade II listed building was saved from fire. On 9th August, more than 50 firefighters...
The Source of Living Water – Discovering God’s Creation Through Our Local Rivers
This year’s Creationtide invites us to reflect on ‘Living Water’, inspired by Ezekiel’s vision of water flowing from God’s temple, bringing healing and life wherever it goes. The theme encourages...
Celebrations Across the Diocese Mark 150 Years of Mothers’ Union
Mothers’ Union members across the Diocese of Winchester have been celebrating the organisation’s 150th anniversary with special services, bellringing tributes and community events. Set up by Mary Sumner in...
From Bible Study to Bug Hotels – How One Church Achieved an Eco Silver Award
Congratulations to St John the Baptist Church in Burley on achieving the Eco Church silver award in recognition of their commitment to care for God’s world. It follows more...
Outdoor Services Bring Worship into the Heart of Communities
From village greens to pub gardens, churches across the Diocese of Winchester have been taking worship outdoors this summer, creating opportunities for people to encounter God in community spaces....
How GP Chaplaincy is Bringing Hope and Love to Patients
After spending her career as a GP, Katie Warner sensed God calling her into a new ministry. Katie, who worships at St Francis Church, Valley Park, is now a...
Marchwood Church Secures Grant to Improve Accessibility
Congratulations to the Parish of Marchwood and Eling which has secured a £50,000 grant from the Church of England’s Parish Accessibility Fund, supporting churches in improving accessibility and inclusion....
How Church Gardens are Growing Community, Friendship and Faith
Church gardens across the Diocese of Winchester are not just beautiful spaces but are helping churches connect with their communities, offer places of peace, reflection and friendship, and for...
The Southampton Storyteller Sharing Mark’s Gospel Around the World
Stefan Smart is an actor and storyteller from Southampton who worships at St Michael’s Church. After 30 years as an English and Drama teacher, he left the classroom to...