End of an era: Canon Joy Tubbs MBE to retire
Joy Tubbs MBE, Director of Education, has shared the news that she will be retiring at the end of April 2023.
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A personal thank you from Bishop Stephen: £10 challenge #SalisburysGotTalent
When Bishop Stephen gave away £10 shares of £10,000 during his welcome service earlier this year, he gave it away with a mission “that we can invest what we have for the good of God's Kingdom.” From our early estimates, this original gift has more than doubled, growing by a further £11,740 and being shared with good causes around the diocese and the world. Thank you for your generosity and faithfulness!
New Advent prayer launched for time of uncertainty and challenge
This Advent, Bishop Stephen has asked everyone in the diocese to pray together a simple prayer, suitable for homes and church congregations. A version has also been written for use in collective worship in schools.
Lunchtime Prayer Club
Beechcroft, St Paul’s CE Primary School, started their Prayer Club this time last year when Project Touchline, an organisation that works at promoting Christian values through sport, finished at the school and a group of children still wanted to continue.
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Christ Church receives over £239,000 in National Lottery Funding
Christ Church in Bradford-on-Avon has been rejoicing this month after being awarded a £239,761 grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund towards the exploration, restoration, and celebration of the heritage of this nationally recognised Victorian church.
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
The Diocese of Salisbury Mothers’ Union and Soroptimist International of Salisbury have teamed up as part of the UN’s annual #Orangetheworld 16 Days of Activism on Violence Against Women.
Archdeaconry day was 'encouraging and uplifting'
The last archdeaconry day was a chance for clergy to hear from Bishop Stephen about his hopes for the diocese..
Channel Island Deans undertake pilgrimage to Cathedral
The two Deans of the Channel Islands are walking from Winchester Cathedral to Salisbury Cathedral, where they will be made canons.
Homes for Ukraine: "They feel like family to me"
As many people around the country open their homes to provide shelter for desperate Ukrainian refugees, one member of our clergy shares her 'Homes for Ukraine' experience:
'The One Show' visit Pitton Primary School
Earlier this month, Pitton C of E Primary School received national recognition on 'The One Show' for their work to protect the environment and become an eco-friendly school.
