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Welcome to the Diocese of Manchester


We are the Church of England in Bolton, Bury, Leigh, Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Rossendale, Salford, Stockport, Tameside and Trafford. 

Our vision is to be a worshipping, growing and transforming Christian presence at the heart of every community. We want to be a Church for a Different World

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Fifteen New Priests Ordained at Manchester Cathedral

2nd July 2025

This past weekend marked a significant occasion in the life of our diocese, as 15 people were ordained as priests at Manchester Cathedral during our annual Petertide Ordinations.

Bishop David Considers the Moments that Call us to Change

In this Thought for the Day this morning, Bishop David reflects on the courage it takes to change direction when faced with new truths—whether in politics, faith, or life. Inspired by the ordination of 20 new deacons and the transformation of Peter and Paul, he reminds us that true change is not weakness, but a response to deeper conviction.

Celebrate our Reader Licensing Service at Manchester Cathedral

Join us at Manchester Cathedral on Sunday, 6th July 2025 for our Reader Licensing Service, taking place from 3pm to 4:30pm. This marks the licensing of new Readers — dedicated lay people who have completed their training and are now being formally commissioned for ministry by the Bishop.

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