Announcement from Bishop David
First published on: 31st March 2025The Rt Revd Prof. David Walker, Bishop of Manchester, shares an update on his health following a diagnosis of and subsequent treatment for prostate cancer.
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Finding Stillness in the City: A Day of Silence, Service, and Scripture
First published on: 27th March 2025This week, clergy and lay readers from around the diocese took some time to meet together and take part in a ministerial development day titled, ‘The City is My Monastery: Contemplative Prayer and Action', led by the Revd Richard Carter. The day was structured around three aspects of faith – silence, service and scripture – which form part of the Rule of Life that Richard has established at St Martin-in-Fields, London.
Synod Meets to Discuss Racial Justice, Parish Giving Scheme & Missional Leaders
First published on: 20th March 2025On Saturday, 15th March, Diocesan Synod met at St John's House to discuss racial justice, parish share, the Parish Giving Scheme and Growing Missional Leaders.
Bishop David Addresses Diocesan Synod
First published on: 20th March 2025Diocesan Synod met at St John's House, Bury on Saturday. In his opening address, Bishop David advocated for a purpose-driven, inclusive, and pragmatic approach to making the Lord known and loved across every part of our diocese.
Horwich Community Eco Festival is a Resounding Success
First published on: 19th March 2025St Catherine's Church in Horwich recently hosted a successful Community Eco Festival, celebrating sustainability and the spirit of community.
Peers Support Bishop David's Private Members' Bill
First published on: 14th March 2025The Bill aims to close the financial gap between those under 25 who have lived in care and those over 25.
A Message from Archdeacon Rachel
First published on: 14th March 2025The Ven. Dr Rachel Mann, Archdeacon of Salford and Bolton, has shared the following message ahead of an upcoming leave of absence, beginning Friday 21st March, for at least three months. We hold Rachel in our thoughts and prayers and wish her the best as she takes this time away to focus on her health.
Our Diocese Marks Ash Wednesday
First published on: 6th March 2025Yesterday, we observed Ash Wednesday across the diocese, making space for reflection, prayer, and repentance.
A Service of Reflection and Commitment to Safeguarding
First published on: 5th March 2025On the evening of Shrove Tuesday, Manchester Cathedral hosted a moving service of reflection for those involved in safeguarding. Led by Bishop Mark Davies, the service honoured and thanked those dedicated to making our churches safer places.
Archdeacons' Visitations 2025
First published on: 4th March 2025Visitation services are held each summer following the election of churchwardens at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM). The dates for this year's visitation services have been released.
