A year ago today I was on Holy Island discerning next steps while on sabbatical- such a thin veil in the twilight times @helenannhartley.bsky.social

Visit to Newquay Zoo and a lucky photo of the penguins saying: “you shut up”, “no, you shut up”! 🤣#penguins #meme #animals

Today I’ve been ordained ten years a priest & eleven years a deacon. I am so thankful for those that encouraged me on my journey, for the friends and colleagues that continue to inspire me, and for the privilege of helping to guide others in their vocations and training now. #vocations

Get your tickets: Called by Name - Weekend for UKME/GMH ordinands, curates and those discerning On the 5th to 7th September 2025 we have a weekend for those exploring vocation and ministry as people of UKME/GMH heritage to celebrate, encourage and support.

🚨Save the Date: Called by Name - Weekend for UKME/GMH ordinands, curates & those discerning On 5th to 7th Sep 2025 we have a an event for those exploring vocation as people of UKME/GMH heritage to celebrate, encourage & support. 🎟️Sign up for the event via QR Code or on this link: ow.ly/pyxp50VXyNv

✨ “There’s no other feeling quite like finding your place in God’s world.” – Revd Mel Takáč Feeling called? Talk to your church leader or explore resources 👉 bristol.anglican.org/vocat…

🎬 Bristol voices shine in national Vocations Sunday film! Revd Mel Takáč & Iain Nash from @BristolDiocese share their inspiring journeys in the Church of England’s 'Is it You?' film. From ordination to family ministry, their stories show how God calls in personal, unexpected ways.

Featuring a panel of speakers from across the diocese, including Revd Ben Thompson who you can hear in this video, this is one you won’t want to miss! ⛪Tuesday 13th May, Pattern Church, Swindon, 7-9pm ✝️ Sign up for your free place here: ow.ly/N1LE50VAK6S

⭐Are you 18-30 years old and interested in learning more about ministry? ⭐ Join us at Pattern Church in Swindon for our Young Vocations Evening. An event for people wanting to explore God’s calling on their life.

⭐Are you 18-30 years old and interested in learning more about ministry? ⭐ Join us at Pattern Church in Swindon for our Young Vocations Evening. An event for people wanting to explore God’s calling on their life.

Delighted to say that my article on spirituality in training and curacy has been published today doi.org/10.1177/0040...

If you'd like to explore what a vocation might look like, email our Adviser for Oridinands and Vocations at [email protected] Find out what the Racial Justice team are up to by visiting ow.ly/7znK50VuzFO or emailing [email protected]

Last Friday, our Racial Justice Team hosted the first-ever Being Built Together South West Region – Minority Ethnic Vocations Conference, bringing together clergy, diocesan staff, and theological educators from across the region.

Last Friday we had a great conference organised by the Racial Justice Department on ‘Being Built Together (Southwest Region): Minority Ethnic Vocations - The Circle of Discipleship’. It was a privilege to host a workshop highlighting the importance to be an advocate and ally.

A huge thank you to everyone who has contributed to the collection for Spectrum Homeless. All the food, clothes & duvets going today! Next collection will be in the April. Pls do get in touch if you have anything you want to donate. Thank you! #faithinaction

The change in temp means that the Spectrum Homeless project is in need! If anyone has any of the following please do pass it along & we will deliver it - Tinned foods, jars of sauces, pasta, rice, biscuits, crisps, chocolate, soft drinks, coffee tea, sugar. handwarmers & takeaway cups/containers!

🌟 Am I Called to Ministry? 🌟 Are you wondering if God is calling you to licensed ministry — ordained or lay? Join our introductory course this Spring and explore your calling in a supportive, reflective space. 🔗 Book your place now, link in bio! #CalledToMinistry #Discernment #FaithJourney

The Diocese of Bristol, in partnership with the Diocese of Oxford and supported by the Racial Justice team, is hosting a UKME/GMH Conference: 🎉 Being Built Together: Minority Ethnic Vocations – The Circle of Discipleship 🎉 📅 Friday, 28 March 2025 📍 St Michael's Centre, Stoke Gifford #UKMEVocations

Today is Holocaust Memorial Day. This year marks the 80th anniversary since the liberation of the Nazi concentration and extermination camp Auschwitz-Birkenau. Pray with us using this prayer from the Council of Christians and Jews. 🙏

Delighted to be part of the planning for a UKME vocations and Discipleship Conference coming up in March for allies! Such an important topic. Keep your eyes peeled for more information and invites winging their way into inboxes.

Happy Caturday from Tumnus!

I was licensed as the DDO of Bristol Diocese on Monday. It was a lovely service and brilliant to have a Welsh contingent there. Stepping forward into this new adventure!

Bristol Cathedral for evening prayer on the feast of the Epiphany and to celebrate the licensing of @rcstevens.bsky.social as DDO. Many congratulations.

Merry Christmas to you all! The child is born, take a moment to whisper that to yourself knowing he then comes alongside us in all our humanity. Hope you have a wonderful day knowing you are loved by our Saviour!

A lovely Crib Service with lots of laughter as we built our crib scene.

Mothers Union lunch today, we may even have had a go at line dancing!

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge 16/20

Nine lessons and carols were joyful last evening, the community readers were brilliant and we smiled a lot on Gaudete Sunday as we kept joy in our hearts.

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge 15/20

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge 14/20

Excited to share that in March I have an article being published on spirituality in training and curacy… Watch this space for the link!

Today has mostly been wrapping and delivering presents for children who need some TLC. Our Ministry Area is doing 411 bags of presents. If you like wrapping we have lots left to do on Monday!

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge 13/20

Brownies loved doing advent candle prayers today - thanks to St Clare’s for the idea #Advent stclaresatthecathedral.org/2021/11/29/m...

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge 12/20

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge 11/20

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge 10/20

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge 9/20

This is a call for all those who love wrapping! All welcome to come and help wrap on 5th December at 10am-2pm and on 9th December 10am until we finish at St Mary’s, Malpas. We are wrapping presents for those children who need a bit of TLC, all help massively appreciated!

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge 8/20

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge 7/20

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge 6/20

St Mark’s is ready for #ArtOnTheHill - do pop in to the exhibition if you are in the area!

This is my latest coffee break game… appeals to my inner scrabble player!

On a rainy day with weather warnings the cat has the right idea!

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge 5/20

Not even the thought of storm Bert could deter our little choir at st Mary’s from practicing tonight for the advent carols and listening to them travel from darkness to light was quite profound as we contemplate the meaning in the waiting #churchchoir

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge 4/20

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge 3/20

Open the Book led the sermon slot beautifully in our Eucharist this morning with the school visiting. #Faith