Bishop Viv will retire this September, and we are seeking views from across the diocese to help shape the future of our church.
We are all invited to complete a short survey and share our thoughts on the qualities and vision we need in our next bishop. Please click here to share your views.
Bishop Neil writes
I know, from my visits around our diocese, that +Viv’s episcopal leadership and ministry during these last seven years have been appreciated far and wide. Churches and individuals may want to contribute to a thank you and farewell gift to Bishop Viv and her husband Michael. This gift will express our gratitude for all that they have been to us and all they have shared with us.
If you would like to contribute to their farewell gift, you can do so via this Collection pot link this Collection pot link.
If you want to send a card with a personal message, please post it to Bishop Neil’s office in Swindon by 15 August 2025 and we will collate them. Address printed in the bulletin.