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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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Saddleworth Whit Walk 2025

17th June 2025

Last Friday, churches from across Saddleworth came together in a display of faith and community spirit for the annual Whit Friday Walk of Witness. The day’s celebrations culminated in the world-renowned Saddleworth and Oldham Whit Friday Band Contests, drawing crowds and competitors from near and far.

Bishop David reflects on the Public Inquiry into Grooming Gangs

Reflecting on the news that a full national statutory inquiry into grooming gangs will take place, the Rt Revd Dr David Walker, Bishop of Manchester shared this Thought for the Day on BBC Radio 4 on Monday, 16th June 2025.

Prayer Walk with Bishop Mark and the Transforming Prayer Community

Join us for a prayer walk on Saturday, 22nd March 2025, at Queen's Park, Heywood, in the Deanery of Rochdale. Organised by the Transforming Prayer Community and led by Bishop Mark Davies, this peaceful walk around the park offers an opportunity to enjoy fresh air, socialise, and take time for prayer.

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