Latest News - Diocese of Manchester

Digital giving this Advent

First published on: 15th November 2023

As we’re looking ahead to Advent and services get busier, now is a great time to consider how you can optimise digital giving in your church.

Mission Community gathers for shared vision day

First published on: 31st October 2023

Bolton North and East Mission Community brought members of its parishes together this weekend at St Andrew’s Church, Bromley Cross

St Anne’s Royton wanted to make the most of the incredible opportunity of hosting the Welsh artist, Jez Thomas’ touring Art Exhibition, The Human One and worked hard to encourage as many people to visit as possible.

First focal leaders commissioned in joyful service

First published on: 19th October 2023

The first focal leaders in Manchester Diocese were commissioned last Sunday afternoon at St Mary’s Rawtenstall. They will carry out their roles in the mission communities of Radcliffe and Whitefield and Rossendale in the Bury and Rossendale Deanery.

Prayers of Love and Faith

First published on: 12th October 2023

On 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.

Greater Manchester Faith Leaders back Bishop's call to pray for Israel and Gaza

First published on: 9th October 2023

The Rt Revd Prof. David Walker, Bishop of Manchester made this statement today:

Children lead the way in caring for Creation

First published on: 9th October 2023

In Rochdale, schoolchildren are leading the way in encouraging local Christians to make changes that help the environment.

Authorised Lay Ministers celebrate at Manchester Cathedral

First published on: 25th September 2023

A service to authorise and give thanks for lay ministers in our parishes.

New church launches in Manchester City Centre

First published on: 21st September 2023

The newest church in Manchester Diocese – Fabric Church - held its first service on Sunday 17th September.

Generosity Week

First published on: 6th September 2023

This special week enables us to thank God for his generosity to us and to also use it in other ways to have the opportunity to think about how we might respond to that generosity.