Bishop David Makes Presidential Address to Synod
First published on: 12th June 2025On Saturday, 7th June, Bishop David made his Presidential Address to Synod.
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National Association of Diocesan Advisers in Women’s Ministry Conference
First published on: 20th May 2025Last week, the National Association of Diocesan Advisors in Women’s Ministry (NADAWM) met for their annual conference. Our representative for Manchester Diocese is The Revd Jenni Beaumont who writes this report following the event.
New Area Deans for Rochdale and Salford & Leigh
First published on: 6th May 2025We are pleased to announce two appointments to the role of Area Dean within our diocese. The Revd Anne Gilbert, currently serving as Vicar of Rochdale and Acting Area Dean, has been formally appointed as Area Dean of Rochdale, and The Venerable Richard Worsfold, currently Archdeacon of Leicester, has been appointed as full-time Area Dean of Salford and Leigh.
Bishop David's Statement on the Death of Pope Francis
First published on: 21st April 2025It was with great sorrow that we heard the news of the death of Pope Francis this morning. The Bishop of Manchester, the Rt Revd Dr David Walker has expressed his condolences and paid tribute to him.
Synod Meets to Discuss Racial Justice, Parish Giving Scheme & Missional Leaders
First published on: 20th March 2025On Saturday, 15th March, Diocesan Synod met at St John's House to discuss racial justice, parish share, the Parish Giving Scheme and Growing Missional Leaders.
Peers Support Bishop David's Private Members' Bill
First published on: 14th March 2025The Bill aims to close the financial gap between those under 25 who have lived in care and those over 25.
Bishop David's Letter on the Future of Safeguarding Arrangements
First published on: 19th February 2025Following last week’s meeting of General Synod, where the future of safeguarding arrangements in the Church of England was debated, Bishop David has written a letter to clergy and lay leaders to share his thoughts on the decision-making process.
Bishop David Reflects on Holocaust Memorial Day
First published on: 14th February 2025During a debate in the House of Lords yesterday, Bishop David spoke on the importance of reflecting on the past to ensure that atrocities such as the Holocaust never happen again.
Bishop David's Duty Week in the House of Lords
First published on: 23rd January 2025Bishop David speaks in support of care leavers, calls for funding for the Inter Faith Network, asks for assurances about ensuring aid reaches al-Ahli Hospital, and encourages the nurturing of civil society links in the 100 year partnership with Ukraine.
The Revd Canon Dr Nicholas Bundock elected as Bishop of Glasgow and Galloway
First published on: 20th January 2025The Revd Canon Dr Nicholas Bundock, Team Rector of St James and Emmanuel, Didsbury, has been elected as the new Bishop of Glasgow and Galloway. He will be consecrated and take up his new post later this year.
