News Stories
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5 Sept. 2019
in GeneralCouples married in Paulsgrove church invited to return
Were you married at St Michael's Church in Paulsgrove? If so, why not return later this month for their Michaelmas Fair to remember your wedding - and to share your photos and memories with others who have been married there over the years Read more
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3 Sept. 2019
in GeneralIsland church’s path re-surfaced
The grounds of St Mary’s Church, Brighstone, are now easier to access – thanks to a staff volunteering project by Island Roads. Read more
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2 Sept. 2019
in GeneralExciting times ahead for skateboarders and parishioners in Wootton Bridge
Community facilities at St Mark’s, Wootton Bridge, will get a new lease of life thanks to major grant from Biffa Award. Read more
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19 Aug. 2019
in GeneralChurchyard revamp helps Ventnor community
The landscaping of the churchyard at St Catherine’s Church, Ventnor, has opened up space for a contemplative garden for bereaved families, and a separate area for outdoor worship or social events. The £60,000 revamp was the final phase of a three-phase project to open up the church to the community. Read more
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17 Aug. 2019
in GeneralHundreds watch absorbing Passion Play in Havant
Worshippers staged a Passion Play telling the story of Jesus’s life and death in Havant Park. Passers-by and shoppers stopped to watch three separate performances over an August weekend. Read more
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14 Aug. 2019
in GeneralWorshippers seek to re-enact feeding of 5,000 miracle
Christians will be handing out 5,000 battered fish in bread rolls as part of a free day-long festival on Southsea's seafront. They want to attract passers-by to sample the live music and games, as well as talk to them about whether they believe in miracles today. Read more
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5 Aug. 2019
in GeneralNew annexe opened at Hayling church
Bishop Christopher has formally opened a new annexe at a church in Hayling Island. Called 'the Lantern', it includes a meeting room, kitchen, toilets and storage space. The project cost £375,000. Read more
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23 July 2019
in GeneralFestival brings together talented island musicians
Musicians from across the Isle of Wight came together for a weekend devoted to a variety of styles Read more
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3 July 2019
in GeneralJoanne Grenfell consecrated as Bishop of Stepney
Our Archdeacon, Joanne Grenfell, was consecrated as Bishop of Stepney by the Archbishop of Canterbury in a special service at St Paul's Cathedral Read more
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25 June 2019
in GeneralChurchgoers celebrate 50th and 60th wedding anniversaries together
Several couples from Holy Trinity Church, Blendworth, joined forces to mark their Golden and Diamond Wedding Anniversaries at the church Read more