Diocese of Bristol

Diocese of Bristol 'Transforming Church. Together' at over 200 South-West churches. https://linktr.ee/dioceseofbristol

The Diocese of Bristol operates as a charity to provide oversight and support for a huge variety of projects throughout the region. The main body of our work revolves around the life and operation of over 200 churches in the Diocese.

Almost £100k has just been given to churches using easyfundraising over the last 3 months alone. All courtesy of retaile...
15/06/2026

Almost £100k has just been given to churches using easyfundraising over the last 3 months alone. All courtesy of retailers giving donations when kind supporters shop online.💸
Your church can be part of the next funding pay out in August by setting up a free easyfundraising page.

Simply register your church as a good cause with easyfundraising and ask your church community to choose you as the cause they want to support. Then, each time they shop online with over 8,000 well known retailers like Tesco, trainline, M&S, Sainsbury’s, booking.com, ebay and many more, they’ll activate a cashback donation for your church courtesy of the retailer they shopped with – at no extra cost to anyone. 🙌

Find out more about easyfundraising here: https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/diocese-of-bristol

✨ Spotlight on creative storytelling in schools: Saltmine brings Bible stories to life ✨Saltmine Theatre Company delight...
13/06/2026

✨ Spotlight on creative storytelling in schools: Saltmine brings Bible stories to life ✨
Saltmine Theatre Company delighted pupils at Fishponds CE Primary School and Cathedral Primary School with vibrant and interactive performances exploring Bible stories. From Daniel in the lion’s den to the resurrection of Jesus, the shows took children on a journey through Scripture, full of humour, music and imagination.

Pupils shared how much they enjoyed the experience, with many discovering new Bible stories and engaging deeply with familiar ones in a fresh way. The performances created space for joy, curiosity and reflection, and gave pupils the opportunity to experience live theatre in their school setting.

Schools and churches are invited to find out more about hosting a performance for their own community.

👉 Read the full story: https://ow.ly/kfS450Zb1xO

Over the past couple of weeks, Bishop Neil has been spending time with our diocesan Licensed Lay Ministers in Swindon an...
09/06/2026

Over the past couple of weeks, Bishop Neil has been spending time with our diocesan Licensed Lay Ministers in Swindon and Bristol 💛

Gathering at Pattern Church and Central Church, it was a chance to listen to stories, give thanks, and celebrate the many ways LLMs serve across our diocese.
From chaplaincy in care homes and schools, to teaching the faith, supporting clergy in preaching and leadership, and enabling mission beyond the church, their ministries are wonderfully varied.

Thank you to all our LLMs for the faith, care and commitment you bring. You are such a blessing 🙏

🌍💚 It’s Great Big Green Week! 💚🌍Across the country, people are coming together to care for creation and take action for ...
08/06/2026

🌍💚 It’s Great Big Green Week! 💚🌍
Across the country, people are coming together to care for creation and take action for a greener future 🌿✨
The national Church has some brilliant webinars lined up to inspire and equip you, whether you’re just starting out or already running eco projects in your church 🙌
🎥 Find out more and sign up here: https://www.churchofengland.org/about/environment-and-climate-change/churches-count-nature

We’d love to hear what YOU are doing! 💬
Are you hosting a litter pick? Planting flowers for pollinators? Running climate conversations?
👇 Tell us in the comments and let’s inspire each other!

06/06/2026

Choosing to spend time on something that matters 💛

At St Chad’s Church Patchway, we spoke to three young people who support with FLOURISH youth group, helping build a space where others are welcomed, supported, and encouraged.
They give their time to make a difference, and in doing so, they’ve discovered how much impact showing up for others can have, not just on those around them, but on themselves too.

Are you interested in serving in your church? Speak to your church leader or visit our website: https://ow.ly/KgFl50Z5Efz

A brilliant start to our Diocesan Support Services Roadshow this week 🙌It was so good to gather with churches, share con...
06/06/2026

A brilliant start to our Diocesan Support Services Roadshow this week 🙌

It was so good to gather with churches, share conversations, and offer support across buildings, environment, fundraising, volunteering, inclusion and racial justice.

Didn’t make it to the first one? There’s still time to join us.
Come along for informal conversations, tailored advice for your church, and the chance to connect with others navigating similar challenges.
🗓 10 June - St Andrews, Chippenham
🗓 17 June - Christchurch, Swindon

No booked slots, just drop in during the session.
👉 Register: https://ow.ly/ZkHL50Z7ZtE

05/06/2026

What difference can volunteering make? Sometimes it changes how you see yourself 💛

At Holy Trinity Kingswood, David and Ivan volunteer with the WeAreBS15 food club, helping create a space where people are supported, welcomed, and known.
For David, it’s given him a renewed sense of purpose. For Ivan, it’s where his confidence has come back. Together, they’re part of something that’s making a lasting impact locally.

Are you interested in serving in your community? Speak to your church leader or visit our website: https://ow.ly/uGTo50Z5CN3

✨ Spotlight on empowering local leaders: Urban Missioners commissioned at Malmesbury Abbey ✨This week, the Diocese of Br...
05/06/2026

✨ Spotlight on empowering local leaders: Urban Missioners commissioned at Malmesbury Abbey ✨

This week, the Diocese of Bristol gathered at Malmesbury Abbey to celebrate 19 individuals who have completed training in urban mission through the PREPARED programme. During the service, 15 were commissioned as Urban Missioners and are now stepping into leadership roles within their communities.

Urban Missioners are lay leaders equipped to respond to the challenges of urban contexts, including poverty, inequality and social justice. Participants shared how the course has strengthened their faith, deepened their confidence and helped them find new ways to serve others and share the gospel.

From community gardening to pastoral care and local outreach, each individual is committed to building relationships and bringing hope where it is needed most.

👉 Find the link to the full story in the first comment 👇

04/06/2026

Behind every safe and welcoming church is someone making sure people are cared for 💛

At St Chad’s Church Patchway, Liz serves as Parish Safeguarding Officer, supporting her church community with care, wisdom, and attentiveness.
It’s a role that carries responsibility, but also connection. As Liz says, “you’re never alone.” She describes it as a blessing to serve her church family in this way.

Are you interested in serving in your church? Speak to your church leader or visit our website: https://ow.ly/VyIi50Z5C3v

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