A green corner of Withington
First published on: 9th August 2022St Chad’s in Ladybarn has turned a once-neglected corner of the parish grounds into a wildlife garden.
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Dying to talk
First published on: 2nd August 2022A series of talks by professionals will offer the opportunity to talk about dying and to plan for what happens when someone dies.
Bishop of Bolton to retire
First published on: 18th July 2022The Rt Revd Mark Ashcroft has announced that he will retire as Bishop of Bolton in February 2023.
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Our new Readers
First published on: 11th July 2022Congratulations to our new Readers licensed at Manchester Cathedral on Sunday.
Visit to Lahore to mark Bishop Irfan's retirement
First published on: 21st June 2022Manchester and Lahore dioceses celebrated their 25-year link with a visit to St Denys school and an ordination service in Murree.
Foundations for Ministry Celebration
First published on: 8th June 2022At the end of May, over 70 friends, family and supporters gathered at the Church of the Resurrection and St Barnabas, Eastlands to celebrate with the 14 participants who recently completed the Foundations for Ministry course.
An Open Letter to Greater Manchester MPs on the Nationality and Borders Bill
First published on: 22nd March 2022Greater Manchester Faith Community Leaders call on MPs to support a Lords amendments to the Nationality and Borders Bill which would make it more effective in protecting people fleeing for their lives.
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.
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.
