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Truth-Telling, Healing and Hope

First published on: 25th June 2025

This week, members of clergy and the Shades team joined colleagues from across the country for the Truth-Telling Gathering at the University of Liverpool - a city with a deep and complex history tied to the transatlantic slave trade. This significant location set the tone for a powerful and moving experience of reflection, truth, and learning.

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Year 6 Leavers’ Services Fill Manchester Cathedral with Joy and Praise

First published on: 25th June 2025

Last week, Manchester Cathedral came alive with the joyful sounds of singing, dancing, and worship as hundreds of children gathered for their Year 6 Leavers’ Services - a cherished annual tradition in our diocese.

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New Chapter Begins at William Temple Church, Wythenshawe

First published on: 19th June 2025

On Tuesday evening, the Revd Andy Bird was officially licensed as Assistant Curate at William Temple Church in Wythenshawe. Andy will lead a team sent from St Werburgh’s and will work alongside the Wythenshawe Team with a shared goal: to revitalise William Temple Church and contribute to a thriving mission and ministry in the area.

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Archdeacons’ Visitation Services Continue Across Our Diocese

First published on: 17th June 2025

Archdeacons’ Visitation Services are currently taking place across our diocese – an annual event that offers an opportunity to give thanks for the faithful ministry of our churchwardens and church officers.

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Saddleworth Whit Walk 2025

First published on: 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.

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Bishops respond to Government Spending Review

First published on: 12th June 2025

Yesterday, The Rt Revd Dr David Walker, Bishop of Manchester, and The Rt Revd Dr Helen-Ann Hartley, Bishop of Newcastle, responded to the Chancellor's statement on the Comprehensive Spending Review.

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Diocesan Synod Meets to Discuss Strategy, Safeguarding, Vocations and Finances

First published on: 12th June 2025

On Saturday, 7th June, Diocesan Synod met at St John's House to discuss the diocese’s strategy, vocations, safeguarding, and to adopt the annual report and accounts for 2024.

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Bishop David Makes Presidential Address to Synod

First published on: 12th June 2025

On Saturday, 7th June, Bishop David made his Presidential Address to Synod.

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Faith on the Field

First published on: 28th May 2025

Revd Daniel Burton, Vicar of Oldham and Chaplain of Oldham Athletic Football Club, is honouring his commitment as Chaplain this weekend by postponing his holiday to support Oldham Athletic.

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A Day of Reflection and Creativity: Retreat with the Spiritual Companions

First published on: 28th May 2025

Under clear blue skies and the gentle warmth of early spring sunshine, Whalley Abbey provided a perfect setting for a day retreat. It was an ideal gathering place for a small group of Spiritual Companions and those discerning a call to this meaningful ministry.

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