News Stories
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6 July 2023
in GeneralCathedral clergyman prompts Parliamentary debate
Canon Nick Ralph, who runs the Good Neighbours Network of more than 100 care groups around Hampshire, succeeded in inspiring a Parliamentary debate about car mileage rates. MPs debated his proposal to increase the rate at which car drivers are reimbursed, whether they are volunteers or employees. Read more
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2 July 2023
in GeneralReaders licensed at cathedral service
Two Readers and a pioneer minister were licensed by Bishop Jonathan Frost at a special service at Portsmouth Cathedral. Read more
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27 June 2023
in GeneralBalloon jungle appears at St John’s Northwood for festival
St John’s Church in Northwood hosted the Isle of Wight’s only Balloon Festival, transforming the church into a balloon jungle for the community. The event featured live snakes, a monkey hunt, and homemade food, with leftover resources donated to local institutions. Read more
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25 June 2023
in GeneralBishop appoints new parish priest for Locks Heath
Bishop Jonathan has appointed the Rev Luiz Lima as the new priest-in-charge of St John’s Church, Locks Heath. Luiz, who is a football-loving Brazilian, is currently the vicar of two churches in Worksop. He will be licensed by the bishop in September. Read more
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22 June 2023
in GeneralSt Luke’s Southsea unveils plans for a new look
Architects’ plans to revamp St Luke’s Church in Southsea have been given planning permission. The plans include revamping the exterior of the church, creating a cafe in the church hall and making better use of the garden space. Work may now happen over the next few years. Read more
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19 June 2023
in GeneralCommunity acting group are searching for Jesus
Could you be the person to play Jesus in a community play taking place this summer? Havant Passion Play are looking for someone who could take o the leading part in their production, which will be staged in Staunton County Park this August. Read more
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18 June 2023
in GeneralNew Canon Chancellor and Vice Dean announced
Bishop Jonathan has announced that the Rev Harriet Neale-Stevens has been appointed as Canon Chancellor and Vice Dean of Portsmouth Cathedral. Read more
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28 May 2023
in GeneralBishop appoints new priest for Cowplain
Bishop Jonathan has appointed the Rev Chris Spencer to be the new priest-in-charge of St Wilfrid’s Church, Cowplain. He’s currently working in parishes around the Rhyl area of North Wales, and will be licensed to his new post in September. Read more
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28 May 2023
in GeneralPriest takes charge of two Fareham churches
Bishop Jonathan has announced that the new priest-in-charge of Holy Trinity and St Columba churches in Fareham will be the Rev Dr Sam Cullen. She is currently associate priest at St Mary’s parish in Portsmouth. Read more
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25 May 2023
in GeneralBeloved priest retires after over fifty years in ministry
Rev Anthony Smyth, a beloved figure in the ministry, has retired after a remarkable career spanning several decades. The final service to honour his dedicated service took place on Sunday 14th May. Read more