Bishop David shares his concerns about the Assisted Dying Bill
First published on: 21st November 2024In this article, which was published in the Manchester Evening News, Bishop David shares his concerns about the Assisted Dying Bill.
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Bishop David Walker's statement on the Makin Review
First published on: 12th November 2024My 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.
Safeguarding Sunday: Let's Talk About It
First published on: 6th November 2024This 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.
Diocesan Synod Gathers for the First Meeting of the New Triennium
First published on: 24th October 2024Last Saturday's Diocesan Synod marked the first meeting of the new triennium, welcoming new members alongside those who have served for many years.
Thank You Canon Phillip Blinkhorn: Reflections on His Time as Chair of the DBF
First published on: 24th October 2024Last 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.
Clergy and Readers Gather for Study Days
First published on: 17th October 2024On 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.
Authorised Lay Minsters Celebrated at Manchester Cathedral
First published on: 30th September 2024Last weekend, over 90 Authorised Lay Ministers were authorised and commissioned at Manchester Cathedral. This included 40 new ALMs who have just finished their training and 50 ALMs who were being re-authorised for ministry in their parish. Between them they represented ten areas of ministry and many there we also marking ten years of service!
New Director of Mission and Ministry will be The Revd Phil Cansdale
First published on: 27th September 2024The Bishop of Manchester, The Rt Revd Prof David Walker is delighted to announce the appointment of The Revd Phil Cansdale as Manchester Diocese’s new Director of Mission and Ministry.
A Special Evensong at Manchester Cathedral
First published on: 16th September 2024Last night, Manchester Cathedral hosted a very special Evensong during which the Venerable Karen Smeeton was installed as Archdeacon of Rochdale, five new Honorary Canons and one new Lay Canon were installed, and the Revd Canon Anne Edwards was welcomed as Bishop David's Senior Chaplain.
New Director of Vocations will be the Revd Canon Rachel Watts
First published on: 29th August 2024The Bishop of Manchester, The Rt Revd Prof David Walker is delighted to announce the appointment of The Revd Canon Rachel Watts as Director of Vocations following in the successful footsteps of The Revd Canon Nick Smeeton.
