Prayers of Love and Faith
First published on: 12th October 2023On Monday 9th October, the House of Bishops met to agree the way forward for Living in Love and Faith. This letter from Bishop David explains the outcome of these discussions.
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Our inaugural Focal Leadership Focus Day
First published on: 10th October 2023St John’s House hosted the first-ever Focal Leadership Focus Day on Saturday, with attendees ranging from Focal Leaders who are due to be commissioned next week, to people who are simply curious and want to learn more about the role.
'A View Behind Bars' - Reflections from a Prison Chaplain
First published on: 10th October 2023Prisons Week is taking place from 8th-14th October. It is a time of reflection and prayer for all those affected by prisons; whether that be prisoners, family members, victims, communities, criminal justice system workers, or the countless people who care for those both inside and outside of prison walls.
Greater Manchester Faith Leaders back Bishop's call to pray for Israel and Gaza
First published on: 9th October 2023The Rt Revd Prof. David Walker, Bishop of Manchester made this statement today:
Children lead the way in caring for Creation
First published on: 9th October 2023In Rochdale, schoolchildren are leading the way in encouraging local Christians to make changes that help the environment.
Continuing Ministerial Development days with Bishop Arun Arora
First published on: 3rd October 2023On Sunday and Monday, hundreds of clergy and lay ministers from across the diocese joined together for Continuing Ministerial Development days with guest speaker the Rt Revd Arun Arora, Bishop of Kirkstall.
The power of “A Million Colours”
First published on: 3rd October 2023The Shades project launched in Bolton in October 2021 during Black History Month, a special time in the UK calendar to recognise and celebrate the invaluable contributions of black people to British society.
Children take part in the ‘Human One’ exhibition
First published on: 2nd October 2023Throughout September, St Anne’s Royton hosted an exhibition by Welsh artist Jeremy Thomas.
A chaplain's companion
First published on: 27th September 2023Chaplains are an integral part of life across our diocese, working in hospitals, prisons, educational establishments and more.
Village Church launches in Manchester
First published on: 26th September 2023Village Church is an exciting new development within the Diocese of Manchester. It is a church and chaplaincy service in the Gay Village for and with the LGBTQ+ community.
