Latest News - Diocese of Manchester

Parish worship in buildings neither consecrated nor licensed

First published on: 8th November 2022

With the level of heating costs expected this winter, some churches may consider moving worship to buildings which are more readily and efficiently heated. Any decision to move worship will need to be carefully considered, and national statutory guidance will be issued soon, which must be read in conjunction with the information below.

Online group kept young people connected

First published on: 21st October 2022

St Andrew’s Over Hulton received an award for its online youth group that enabled children to stay connected during the pandemic lockdowns.

Church for a Different World Digital Awards

First published on: 20th October 2022

We've been celebrating our Church for a Different World digital awards in recognition of churches that are reaching out to their communities in new and innovative ways.

Report of meeting of Diocesan Synod, 15 October 2022

First published on: 19th October 2022

Environmental issues were to the fore at Diocesan Synod. Bishop Mark Ashcroft was also thanked for his dedicated service to the diocese prior to his retirement in February.

Prayers for Iran

First published on: 17th October 2022

In response to the distressing situation in Iran, the Church of England offers these prayers for use in our churches

Manchester Diocese publishes findings of Past Cases Review (PCR2)

First published on: 5th October 2022

The Diocese of Manchester has published an Executive Summary of its past case safeguarding review (PCR2) that was carried out by the Independent Reviewer between September 2020 and June 2021.

Churches hold special services to remember HM the Queen

First published on: 12th September 2022

Churches have held special services to reflect on the faith and service of the Queen as the nation observes a week of mourning.

Good things coming at St Werburgh's

First published on: 5th September 2022

Situated in a prominent position on Wilbraham Road in Chorlton, St Werburgh’s Church is undergoing a transformation that promises ‘good things coming’ for the community.

A green corner of Withington

First published on: 9th August 2022

St Chad’s in Ladybarn has turned a once-neglected corner of the parish grounds into a wildlife garden.

Dying to talk

First published on: 2nd August 2022

A series of talks by professionals will offer the opportunity to talk about dying and to plan for what happens when someone dies.