Latest News - Diocese of Manchester

Diocesan Synod declares a climate emergency and commits to zero carbon by 2030

First published on: 15th April 2021

The 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 2021

We 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.

Diocese of Manchester wins prestigious Eco Diocese award

First published on: 14th December 2020

Manchester 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 2020

Manchester Diocesan Synod passed a Motion on Racism, affirming â€œthat every parish and Diocese in England is an appropriate place for global majority candidates to exercise their ministry and leadership.â€

Clergy Discipline Measure

First published on: 25th April 2020

The Diocese of Manchester complies with the guidance issued by the Clergy Discipline Commission for publishing notices of penalties imposed upon its clergy.

Churchyard Regulations (updated August 2019)

First published on: 21st August 2019

With 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 2019

Wiggle 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

Welcome for SCIE overview report

First published on: 5th April 2019

The 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