Support for Ukraine
First published on: 15th March 2022We are supporting the people of Ukraine through prayer and practical action. We will also support the refugee sponsorship programme.
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Young people's lives transformed by Mental Health First Aid
First published on: 3rd February 2022Mental Health training provided by the diocese has helped St James' secondary school support students and respond positively to the impact of the pandemic.
New church opens in Rochdale town centre
First published on: 24th June 2021A new church that aims to attract young people was opened last night in Rochdale town centre and Janie Cronin licensed as minister.
Diocesan Synod declares a climate emergency and commits to zero carbon by 2030
First published on: 15th April 2021The Diocese of Manchester passed a motion at its March Synod declaring a climate emergency and calling for all churches to work towards achieving net zero emissions by 2030.
Wiggle Worship in schools and nurseries
First published on: 4th February 2021We are so excited about the opportunities that God continues to provide for Wiggle Worship (WW) in our schools and nurseries across Bolton and with families at home.
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Diocese of Manchester wins prestigious Eco Diocese award
First published on: 14th December 2020Manchester Diocese is excited to announce that it has received an Eco Diocese award from the national environmental charity A Rocha in recognition of its work to embed environmental issues into the life of the diocese.
Campaigning for real and lasting change on racism
First published on: 14th October 2020Manchester Diocesan Synod passed a Motion on Racism, affirming “that every parish and Diocese in England is an appropriate place for global majority candidates to exercise their ministry and leadership.â€
Welcome for SCIE overview report
First published on: 5th April 2019The Church of England welcomes the final SCIE (Social Care Institute for Excellence) overview report, which details the learning from the 42 independent diocesan safeguarding audits and findings on improving responses to survivors of abuse.The report
Churchyard Regulations (updated August 2019)
First published on: 21st August 2019With the advent of Lapidaris stones (which are similar to a Quick Response Code) the Chancellor has decided to amend para 2.5.9. of Appendix B of the Churchyard Regulations:2.5.9. No QR [Quick Response] codes [which provide an instant link to a memor
Wiggle Worship for schools and churches
First published on: 23rd July 2019Wiggle Worship for reception-age children, toddlers and their families is having a wonderful impact in Bolton.The reception class at St Bartholomew's CE Primary School in Westhoughton enjoyed meeting Wiggle the Bible book worm, and engaging in w
