A well of blessings
At the end of April, Bishop Tim Thornton (formerly Bishop to the Forces and the Falkland Islands, and a former Bishop of Sherborne) came to Cerne Abbas for a unique baptism and confirmation.
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Harmonic Harnham!
Who better to reminisce over classic primary school hymns and songs than a vicar and a parish in the local pub!
Farewell to Bishop Andrew
On 30 April, a sad but warm farewell was given to Bishop Andrew and Rebecca, as they move from Ramsbury to St Albans.
16 Dorset churches receive transformative grants
12 Dorset churches have been given grants for essential repairs and improvements by Dorset Historic Churches Trust (DHCT). Four churches have been awarded grants from the National Churches Trust to support repairs and upgrades to enable them to continue ministry, as part of an over £800,000 grant.
St George's Day: faith, tradition and community celebrations
Churches and communities mark St George’s Day with revived traditions, from an historic fair in Fordington to a Scout parade in Gillingham, celebrating faith, heritage and local spirit.
A dedication to inclusion: Dolphin IV launched for the community
Dolphin IV, a specially designed boat that will offer free boat trips around Poole Harbour for people with disabilities, has been dedicated by Revd Canon Lucy Holt, Assistant Archdeacon for Dorset and Sherborne and rector at St James’ Church, Poole.
Newly appointed Racial Justice Officer, Revd Katharine Robinson
Reverend Katharine Robinson has been appointed as the Racial Justice Officer for the Diocese of Salisbury. Katharine may already be known to you through her previous role in the Diocesan Governance Team, which she has held since 2022.
Pulling out all the stops
Barbara Garnsworthy relates the small but mighty story of fundraising to restore the organ in St Mary’s church, Chettle.
Easter celebrations throughout the diocese
Throughout the diocese on Easter Day, our churches came together to celebrate the risen Jesus.
Rt Revd Karen Gorham announced as acting Bishop of Salisbury
The Rt Revd Karen Gorham, Bishop of Sherborne, is to be acting Bishop of Salisbury for a temporary period.
