Simon Hill

Archdeacon of Taunton in @BathWells.
All views and typos are my own.

[Simon Hill @SimonJHill8]

Great to have you in Taunton Archdeaconry @BathWells

[Elwin Wesley Cockett 🇺🇦 @elwincockett]

After 33 years of largely urban ministry, I am enjoying worshipping in a village church on Exmoor that attracts a bigger percentage of the local population than any church in my old archdeaconry. Here’s my take on why. @SimonJHill8 @BathWells : https://t.co/qmNExlfLSa

[Diocese of Bath & Wells @BathWells]

Following some great workshops on generous church, the Growing Good Toolkit, growing faith with children & young people, discipleship & rural Fresh Expressions, the floor has been opened up for questions.

[Simon Hill @SimonJHill8]

Good to join with so many passionate about rural ministry

[Diocese of Bath & Wells @BathWells]

Great conversations taking place ahead ahead of the Rural Forum in Bagley today. Bishop Michael welcomed everyone saying, ‘We look forward to a day where we are able to think, talk, discuss and pray together.’

[Simon Hill @SimonJHill8]

Anti Slavery exhibition @TauntonMinster continues over weekend

[Hidden Voices Bridgwater @HiddenVoicesBr1]

So much powerful art.#AntiSlaveryDay @TauntonMinster @BathWells @theclewer @SimonJHill8

[Simon Hill @SimonJHill8]

Great to see so many @BathWells churchwardens today. Thank God for their callings to this vital role

[Charlie P @CharliePeer]

Churchwardens' day in Flourish House. Bishop Michael encouraging CWs in their roles.

[Simon Hill @SimonJHill8]

... and good to hear all of them

[Mark Oakley @DeanSouthwark]

Lovely to be with some old friends @FofPreaching including Paula Gooder and Barbara Brown Taylor

[Simon Hill @SimonJHill8]

Witty, profound and inspiring - as ever

[Festival_Preaching @FofPreaching]

At the Festival of Preaching this morning the lecture by @DeanSouthwark was 'Inspiring and exuded the love that a preacher should have for their congregation'.
#festivalofpreaching2024

[Simon Hill @SimonJHill8]

Thank you St Francis Bridgwater. You certainly took note of the words "Let them eat cake." There was masses and it looked and tasted delicious.

[Diocese of Bath & Wells @BathWells]

Amazing welcome from St Francis, our next stop where the focus is praying for our community. We thank God for hospitality. And a helpful reminder from St Francis.

[Simon Hill @SimonJHill8]

Good to join with local farmers and churches for early part of @BathWells #24WaveofPrayer with @JustinWelby

[Diocese of Bath & Wells @BathWells]

After morning prayer in Wells, @JustinWelby and Bishop Michael have arrived Junction 24 to meet and pray for farmers and our rural communities.

[Simon Hill @SimonJHill8]

Special day of prayer in @BathWells with @JustinWelby kicked off. Events in Bridgwater and J24 of the M5 have now moved up the motorway for next stop in Nailsea. #24WaveofPrayer

[Diocese of Bath & Wells @BathWells]

Join the Diocesan 24-hour Wave of Prayer 6 - 7 September 2024

Let's come together as a community in prayer, reflection, and unity. Find out more and be a part of this spiritual journey.

https://t.co/CLb8nqybco

#24HourWaveofPrayer

[Diocese of Bath & Wells @BathWells]

While @JustinWelby enjoys a tour of the market and meets members of the farming community, members of the St Anselm community who have accompanied speak about their life of prayer in the community. #24WaveofPrayer.

[Diocese of Bath & Wells @BathWells]

Holy Spirit, we pray that you will inspire all those participating in our 24-hour Wave of Prayer today so that our prayers reflect God’s deepest desires for the growth of his Church and our communities.

[Simon Hill @SimonJHill8]

Great to be at @WellsCathedral1 and see ministry of @CharliePeer as Archdeacon of Bath underway. May Charlie be blessed in his new role

[Diocese of Bath & Wells @BathWells]

A wonderful celebration at @WellsCathedral1 today as the Revd @CharliePeer was licensed as the new Archdeacon of Bath.

[Simon Hill @SimonJHill8]

Delightful summer saunter with @briandraperuk and Howard Green reflecting on all- surrounding grace @MottisfontNT

[Simon Hill @SimonJHill8]

Moving moment. Ian has been an inspiration in leading the DBF and having a marvellous and graceful way of giving clear leadership combining vision, reality and God.

[Diocese of Bath & Wells @BathWells]

A well deserved standing ovation for DBF chair Ian Theodoreson, who has shared his intention to stand down. Our heartfelt thanks and prayers for him and to all those for whom this is their last synod.#DioSynod

[Simon Hill @SimonJHill8]

A day in the life of a Bishop @BathWells

[Diocese of Bath & Wells @BathWells]

Bishop Michael asked the crowd at @glastonbury, "As you compare what it's like to be here with your existence back at home, what has being here said to you about what you value most? The kind of world you want to live in? The life you'd like to live?" https://t.co/NzjBfDsA8c

[Simon Hill @SimonJHill8]

Prayers for @BathWells deacons and priests ordained at @WellsCathedral1 this weekend.

[Diocese of Bath & Wells @BathWells]

A wonderful morning in Wells for the Ordination of Deacon. We ask that God may guide them in their calling.

[Simon Hill @SimonJHill8]

Prayers for treasurers across @BathWells and in particular for those who continue in role because locally no one else seems willing to take on the role.

[Diocese of Bath & Wells @BathWells]

God of all things, we pray today for PCC and Church Treasurers around our diocese as they faithfully seek to serve you and the mission of your church.

[Simon Hill @SimonJHill8]

Over many months I have made my way through 700 pages and 500 years of Anglican writings and the quest for holiness -some familiar, some new. Finished it today. All entries serve to give an appreciation of the creative holding together of scripture, tradition and reason.

[Nerys Watts 💙 @NerysW]

This is absolutely incredible!! @WellsCathedral1