The Church of England Diocese of Portsmouth covers 129 parishes across south-east Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. It embraces areas from the heart of urban Portsmouth to the rolling hills of the South Downs. Our churches range from beautiful historic Saxon and Norman buildings to modern, purpose-built centres. Our cathedral (left) is located in the heart of Old Portsmouth. Our worshippers are involved with innovative mission, social justice, effective discipleship and serving their local communities. And our church schools and academies are committed to providing the best education possible for our children. Explore our website and discover more.
Latest News
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29 June 2026
Curate looks forward to running thriving parish
Bishop Jonathan has appointed the Rev Buffy Langdown as the new vicar of Portsdown and ... read more
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24 June 2026
New church launches in Waltham Chase
A new church has been launched in Waltham Chase, where there was no worshipping community. ... read more
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15 June 2026
Church hosts activity holiday for asylum seekers
Asylum seekers and refugees enjoyed a four-day break in the Hampshire countryside, thanks to local ... read more
Upcoming Events
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04 July, IN: Spirituality
Wellbeing, mental health and the church
What does the church have to say about mental health and wellbeing in 2026? Join ... read more
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07 July, IN: Training
Webinar: Introducing pastoral supervision
As we launch St Luke’s Advancing Clergy Reflection Programme (ACR) in Portsmouth we will be ... read more
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07 July, IN: Environment
Webinar: Eco Church & Wild Christian
An introduction to Eco Church and Wild Christian, two schemes run by A Rocha to ... read more
Latest vacancies
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Diocesan
Giving Adviser, Isle of Wight
CLOSING DATE: 10/07/2026 * Do you have a passion for helping churches thrive? As a ... Read more
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Children and Youth
Youth Minister, Fareham
CLOSING DATE: 03/07/2026 * St John’s Church, Fareham, is looking for a youth minister to ... Read more
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Diocesan
Diocesan Investment Oversight Group member
CLOSING DATE: 16/07/2026 * The Investment Oversight Group meets quarterly. We are looking for a ... Read more
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Children and Youth
Children and Families Leader, Hart Plain
CLOSING DATE: 03/07/2026 * We are looking to recruit someone to work with the ministers ... Read more
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Children and Youth
Youth Team Leader, Crofton
CLOSING DATE: 03/07/2026 * Crofton Parish has a long history of ministry to children and ... Read more
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Our diocesan vision is to become:
