Martin, who is registered blind, has a background in criminal justice and a passion for supporting those on the margins of society. He wanted to utilise his skills and knowledge to help others, which led to him pursuing pastoral care training through the Authorised Lay Ministry (ALM) programme.
St George’s Church in Dane Bank has been achieving great things thanks to Transformation Programme revitalisation funding, which has enabled them to open a thriving community café.
In this article, which was published in the Manchester Evening News, Bishop David shares his concerns about the Assisted Dying Bill.
My thoughts and prayers are with the survivors, in this country and in Africa, who have had to live with the consequences of Smyth’s abuse for many years. They have shown great courage in coming forward, and as bishops we must listen carefully and act to ensure such abuse and failings in safeguarding are never repeated.
We are delighted to share the news that over 100 of our churches in Manchester Diocese have now received Eco Church accreditation.
This November 17, we're inviting all churches in the diocese to come together and mark Safeguarding Sunday. It’s a special opportunity for us as a community to pause, reflect, and have a conversation about creating safer spaces for everyone in our churches.
Throughout October members of the Transforming Prayer Community have been sharing reflections for Black History Month, a time dedicated to celebrating and reflecting upon the immeasurable contributions of Black people to British culture, history and society.
Last Saturday's Diocesan Synod marked the first meeting of the new triennium, welcoming new members alongside those who have served for many years.
Last week marked the conclusion of Canon Phillip Blinkhorn's tenure as Chair of the Diocesan Board of Finance. Phillip has dedicated nearly five decades to serving the diocese, first joining Diocesan Synod in 1976 before becoming Chair of the DBF in 2012. At Synod, Bishop David presented Phillip with a gift as a token of the diocese’s appreciation.
On Sunday and Monday, over 300 members of clergy and readers gathered at Holy Family Failsworth and Manchester Cathedral On Sunday and Monday, over 300 members of clergy and readers gathered at Holy Family Failsworth and Manchester Cathedral for a day to study the Gospel of St Luke.
