As we enter a New Year, and look to our future, we have made a conscious decision to stop using X at the Diocese of Bristol. Read more about why below.

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We look forward to staying in touch through our other channels as we continue our mission of following Jesus, serving others and transforming communities. You can sign up to our BlueSky account @bristoldiocese.org, and follow the Bishop of Bristol on @bpviv.bsky.social

As a Diocese, we felt growing discomfort about the current direction of the platform and its negative effect on members of our clergy and our wider diocesan community and have concluded that it no longer aligns with our values.

Bristol-based Christian and nature lover Sophia Brown has set up a walking group for everyone to be able to enjoy the Great Outdoors, regardless of their background. #SongsOfPraise / God’s Green Earth/ Sunday 1:15pm / @BBCOne & @BBCiPlayer https://t.co/HeIgVusJUn

#STFC joined Revd. Canon Simon Stevenette, who hosted his annual Christmas Carol Service last night at Christ Church, Old Town 🎶 A full gallery can be found here:

Bishop Viv's statement regarding BBC Radio 4 File on Four - David Tudor. Read the full statement: https://t.co/iMFgNaTlmV

The Diocese of Bristol is aware that on Sunday 8 December at approximately 9.30pm, a fire broke out at St Michael’s Primary School in Stoke Gifford. We're grateful to Avon Fire and Rescue Service for their prompt response. Read the full statement here 👇 https://t.co/wR9fBj8zHV

Would you like to learn how to use the free design tool Canva to help create posters, social media posts and more for your parish? Digital Labs is offering a webinar to show you how easy this tool is to use. Join online on 5 December at 11 am here: https://t.co/rCO2tDELcO

🌟Spotlight: Highworth and Broad Blunsdon🌟 Baptism applications in Highworth and Broad Blunsdon have soared—from 2-3 a month last year to 18 since May! We’re now booking into January. #GodAtWork#DioceseStories#TransformingChurchTogether

St Mary Redcliffe is looking for a new Head of Operations to continue their collaborative and transformative work. If you're interested, visit their website: https://t.co/LplixCYPY5 #BristolJobs #ChurchJobs #BristolOpportunity #JobVacancy #ReligiousJobs @stmaryredcliffe

Are you interested in ministry within the Church of England? Would you like to hear about this from a minority ethnic perspective? Join our information sessions to learn more. Bristol - 21 November: https://t.co/S25ClIcrIp Swindon - 28 November: https://t.co/4GSaP2QfjB

Last week, 1000 bulbs were donated by South Glos Council to be planted at St Barnabas Church, Warmley. Archdeacon of Malmesbury, The Ven Christopher Bryan, happened to be visiting, so gave a helping hand🌷#EcoChurch #NetZero #DioceseofBristol

Do you want to have your say on homelessness and rough sleeping in Bristol? Bristol City Council has created a strategy that identifies priorities for the city over the next five years. The consultation closes on Wednesday 20 November. Access it here: https://t.co/UCDjmJM5PG

Make sure you're ready for Advent and Christmas this year by updating A Church Near You so people can find your church services. It's easy to do and there's a step-by-step guide here: https://t.co/TzFoHDwGEF #AdventSeason #ChristmasServices

Today we mark Safeguarding Sunday – a time to remember survivors of abuse, thank Parish Safeguarding Officers for their hard work and recommit ourselves to creating safe spaces for all. Learn more and explore prayers and resources: https://t.co/tI4OD4kxUF #SafeguardingSunday

Bishop Viv's statement on the resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury: https://t.co/UDStIrrQCp

Statement from the Archbishop of Canterbury. https://t.co/aNnuLBMapo

Have you prayed using the audio version of today's prayer? Go to https://t.co/Rn4jDVCRSG to learn more.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.