Bishop of Manchester’s Prayer for Gaza
First published on: 19th June 2024The Rt Revd Dr David Walker, Bishop of Manchester, has shared a prayer for peace for the ongoing crisis in Gaza.
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Bishop David's opening address at Diocesan Synod
First published on: 17th June 2024On Saturday, Diocesan Synod met at St John's House, Bury. In his opening address, Bishop David reflects on the General Election, outlines five key values that Greater Manchester faith leaders share, and asks Synod to hold those standing for election before God in prayer.
Manchester churches feature in Net Zero film
First published on: 21st March 2024Small changes can make a big difference! That's the running theme throughout the new video which highlights the Church of England's ambition to be net zero carbon by 2030.
Vacancies in the House of Clergy of General Synod
First published on: 5th March 2024Two casual vacancies have arisen in the House of Clergy of General Synod.
Bishop David speaks up for victims in the House of Lords
First published on: 27th February 2024Bishop David spoke in the House of Lords yesterday advocating for a duty of candour for public officials and bodies who are called to give evidence at public inquiries and major inquests.
Wiggle Worship continues to grow
First published on: 2nd February 2024Jo Haslam, Early Years Adviser in the Man Dio Growing Faith team, talks about Wiggle Worship and it's wider roll-out across the diocese.
Fabric Church moves into Ardwick Barracks
First published on: 18th January 2024On Sunday, members of Fabric Church held their first service in their new home - Ardwick Barracks.
Racial Justice Sunday
First published on: 10th January 2024This year’s Racial Justice Sunday is taking place on 11th February 2024.
Diocesan Synod meets at St John's House
First published on: 19th October 2023Last Saturday’s meeting of Diocesan Synod took time to consider our route to Net Zero, our Racial Justice strategy, progress with our Transforming Prayer Community and the Annual Report of the Diocesan Board for Education.
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.
