Christian charity Tastelife UK seeks a new CEO to lead recovery, education, and prevention with NHS and partners. Details: https://www.tastelifeuk.org/newceo

✨ Spotlight on the Diocesan Pollinator Pathway ✨ During the recent Diocesan Pilgrimage, the planting of seeds became a powerful and memorable symbol of hope, expressing the pilgrims prayer for Kingdom growth. 👉 Read the full article: https://ow.ly/8PFW50ZmlcO

✨ Spotlight on lay leadership and service: churchwardens gather for 2026 Visitations ✨ Churchwardens from across the Diocese met in Southmead and Chippenham this June to affirm their ministry and begin another year in office. 👉 Read more: https://ow.ly/V5zt50Zk3p8

✨ Spotlight on education leadership: new headteachers welcomed ✨ Five new headteachers were commissioned at Bristol Cathedral as they begin leading Church of England schools across the Diocese. 👉 Read more: https://ow.ly/B2v050ZhEJC

One month to go! We’re in the final stretch of the Energy Footprint Tool window. If your church hasn’t yet completed the EFT, now is the moment. Your data helps shape a more sustainable Church. 👉 Complete your Energy Footprint Tool: https://ow.ly/cN3X50YJBCn #EnergyFootprintTool

✨ Spotlight on church support: diocesan roadshow builds connections ✨ Clergy and parish reps gathered for the DSS Roadshow, exploring practical help for local churches. From buildings to fundraising, the events brought advice, conversation and partnerships. 👉 Read more: https://ow.ly/gZA850ZeEGi

✨ Spotlight on bringing Bible stories to life ✨ Saltmine Theatre Company captivated pupils with performances of Bible stories, from Daniel to the resurrection of Jesus. Full of energy, the shows helped children explore faith in a fun and memorable way. 👉 Read more: https://ow.ly/JZWy50Zb1yz

✨ Spotlight on inclusion in action: Fromeside grows Dementia Friendly Church ✨ Fromeside Benefice welcomed over 60 people for a Dementia Friendly Church training day, helping churches learn how to better support those living with dementia. 👉 Read more: https://ow.ly/Ubja50Z5EYz

An update from Bishop Neil on the announcement of the new Bishop of Bristol For more details, head to our website: https://ow.ly/s2MA50Z4ASj Thank you for your trust, dedication and support

An important update on the announcement of the next Bishop of Bristol. You can read our statement, along with the National Church statement, on our website https://ow.ly/kfoG50Z4Bs1

✨ Spotlight on youth ministry: clergy begin Launchpad training ✨ Clergy across the Diocese of Bristol have started Launchpad, a new training programme with SWYM to help churches grow their work with children and young people. 👉 Read more: https://ow.ly/qU1p50Z3eXe

✨ Spotlight on care at sea: Mission to Seafarers in Avonmouth ✨ Chaplains in Avonmouth are supporting seafarers through practical help, advocacy and prayer. They are inviting churches to get involved through prayer, volunteering and Sea Sunday. 👉 Read more: https://ow.ly/JO9H50Z0b9J

Churches across our diocese are getting involved with A Million Acts of Hope. From small acts of kindness to moments of care and connection, it celebrates the everyday ways people and communities are making a difference. 🌱 Want to get involved? Find out more here: https://millionactsofhope.org

Tesco & @easyuk have come together to offer FIVE £1,000 funding pots to churches this May. Sign up, supporters collect free donations as they shop and if they shop with Tesco, you could win! https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/diocese-of-bristol

🌱 Small seeds can bring new life. From 15–23 May 2026, our Diocesan Pilgrimage will journey parish to parish — and as we walk, we’ll be sowing seeds along the way, supporting local biodiversity and caring for the land we share 🌿 More details: https://ow.ly/UY7L50YIg5u #KingdomSeedsinLocalSoil

The climate crisis is happening now 🌍 Churches across the Diocese of Bristol are hosting The People’s Emergency Briefing, a powerful film calling communities to act together. Screenings are taking place across June. For details of locations: https://ow.ly/UmPO50YWz27

✨ Spotlight on heritage restored: bells ring again at St James’, Sevenhampton ✨ After 54 years of silence, all six bells at St James’ Sevenhampton are ringing once more. 👉 Read more: https://ow.ly/xrgo50YWx6S

In his May reflection, Bishop Neil looks to the story of Eli and Samuel and how God’s call is often heard in everyday life. Where might God be calling you to serve right now? 🙏 #MayReflection

👣 You don’t need to come with someone else to be welcome. From 15–23 May 2026, the Diocesan Pilgrimage will journey parish to parish across the diocese. However you join, you’re warmly invited to be part of the journey 🙏🌿 Details: https://ow.ly/Fu6c50YI80r #KingdomSeedsinLocalSoil

✨ Spotlight on young faith stories: hope at ground level ✨ Six young people shared how they came to faith and found belonging at the latest Grace at the Ground Level event in Swindon, sharing hopeful signs of deeper faith among younger generations. 👉 Read more: https://ow.ly/CPml50YTclf #Spotlight

ATTENTION: Your church could receive a £1,000 bonus! Tesco and easyfundraising have come together again to give a little help to our churches this May. With the Tesco Community Pledge, your church could receive one of five £1,000 pots! Get your church involved here: https://ow.ly/AkYR50YQVM6

📣 Public focus groups are now open as part of the consultation on the future of All Saints, Corn Street. These sessions are a chance to share your views and help inform the final decision. 🗓 13, 19 & 26 May 👥 Places are limited. 👉 Find out more and sign up: https://ow.ly/mf6s50YQyJS

All Saints Church consultation phase two announcement - Have your voice heard - Diocese of Bristol

In February, the Diocese announced that the first stage of a public consultation exploring the future of All Saints Church on Corn Street, believed to be the burial place of Edward Colston, had been completed. We are now able to share full details of the next phase, including how you can take part.

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At the Diocese of Bristol, we are backing the WE Rent campaign - supporting renters and landlords across the West of England to understand the changes coming under the Renters’ Rights Act. Clear rights. Clear responsibilities. Make sure you know what it means for you! More at WE-rent.org.uk

👣 You don’t have to walk the whole pilgrimage to be part of it. From 15–23 May 2026, the Diocesan Pilgrimage will journey parish to parish across the diocese, with families warmly invited to join along the way. Find out more: https://ow.ly/sZwV50YI7Kr #KingdomSeedsinLocalSoil

✨ Spotlight on estates ministry: leaders gather for a day of encouragement ✨ Leaders serving estates and low‑income communities met for the Multiply Estates Mission conference. From prayer and mentoring to meals and youth boxing, the day highlighted creative mission. 👉 Read more on our website

St George’s Day • 23 April 2026 St George’s Day invites us to reflect on courage, faith, and standing firm in hope. Where do you see courage and faithfulness being lived out today? #StGeorgesDay

Happy Earth Day 🌍 Across the Diocese of Bristol, churches are taking practical, faith‑filled steps to care for creation. 💭 How could caring for the earth shape the life and witness of your church? Got an environmental project or idea coming up? The environment team is here to help. #EarthDay

✨ 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