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The Village Church in @manchester.anglican.org is a beautiful, holy place and I feel blessed whenever I go to preach and preside there ❤️ #AllAreWelcome #AllBelong #EverythingHangsOnLove

🥇 🌱 A diocesan first for St John’s, Pendlebury! 🥇 🌱 Huge congratulations to St John the Evangelist Church, which has become the first church in our diocese to achieve a Gold Eco Church Award, the highest level of accreditation from A Rocha UK.

manchester.anglican.orgOur First Gold Eco Church Award! - Diocese of ManchesterHuge congratulations to St John the Evangelist Church in Pendlebury on being recognised with a Gold Eco Church Award, the highest level of accreditation from A Rocha UK, a reflection of its…

The award recognises the church’s commitment to caring for God’s creation, with environmental action woven into worship, church life, community engagement and the care of its buildings and grounds 💚 Read more about their journey to Gold and how they hope to inspire other churches 👇

How can grandparents help nurture faith across generations? Join Becky Sedgwick, author of Grandparenting for Faith, for a practical and encouraging session exploring the important role grandparents can play in supporting their grandchildren’s faith.

eventbrite.comEquip Spotlight by Growing Younger - Diocese of Manchester | EventbriteEQUIP Spotlight comprises three or four specialised events held throughout the year, designed to deepen and expand understanding around specific areas of ministry with children, young people and…

Becky will share ideas, biblical insights and encouragement to help grandparents feel confident in nurturing faith in everyday life. 📅 24th November 📍 Christ Church Friezland, 9:30–11am 📍 St Paul’s, Walkden Moor, 12:30–2:30pm Find out more and book your place: www.eventbrite.com/cc/4856174/

manchester.anglican.orgHelping Every Child Engage With Faith Through Worship Play - Diocese of ManchesterChildren at St James CE Primary School, Farnworth, are benefiting from a new Worship Play project, designed to make collective worship more accessible, engaging and inclusive for all.

Children at St James CE Primary School, Farnworth, are exploring Bible stories in a new way through Worship Play🙏🧸🪀 Using sensory activities and storytelling, the initiative makes collective worship accessible and engaging, helping children to explore faith at their own pace. Find out more:

manchester.anglican.orgWalking with the Northern Saints: Mthr Liz's 340-mile pilgrimage journey - Diocese of ManchesterThe Revd Liz Devall has completed a remarkable 340-mile pilgrimage inspired by the Northern Saints, combining prayer, walking, history and fundraising in a journey that raised donations for St…

🥾 340 miles and more than £3,400 raised 🥾 The Revd Liz Devall has completed an incredible pilgrimage inspired by the Northern Saints, walking the equivalent distance to Lindisfarne while raising £3,437.62 for three fantastic causes. Read more about Liz’s remarkable pilgrimage ⤵️

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This morning at Synod it was announced that we have our 1st Gold Eco Church @manchester.anglican.org The people at St John's Pendlebury have worked with great dedication, to decarbonise and lead the way in creation care. Delighted our 1st gold award is a local parish church - a real encouragement

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We'd love to welcome you to church this Sunday. Find a local service at AChurchNearYou.com. 📍 Manchester Cathedral / Arthur Yushi

manchester.anglican.orgClergy and Readers Encouraged to Explore "A New Thing" at CMD Days - Diocese of ManchesterMore than 250 clergy and Readers gathered at Manchester Cathedral for two Continuing Ministerial Development (CMD) Days, exploring how God is calling us to try new things and respond to the needs of…

More than 250 clergy and Readers gathered at Manchester Cathedral for two CMD Days exploring how God is calling us to respond to the needs of our communities🙏 A huge thank you to everyone who attended and shared their experiences of ministry across the diocese❤️

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Airport chaplains from around the world have been in Manchester this week for their international conference. Both Dean Rogers and Canon Grace have been speakers at the conference and yesterday, delegates visited the cathedral, the Glade of Light and attended Choral Evensong 📷 Tim Buckeridge

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"Britain's heritage in culture and arts is world class." In the House of Lords this morning, Bishop David @bishmanchester.bsky.social highlighted the impact of VAT charges on specialist schools, including Chetham's School of Music, and asked what more can be done to help them survive and thrive.

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Wm. Paul Young, author of the international bestselling book The Shack and its recently released sequel Return to the Shack, is coming to the Cathedral! Join us on November 8th to hear more about his books and the inspiration behind them Free to attend and no need to book

We’re welcoming clergy and readers to our Continued Ministerial Development Day here at @mancathedral.bsky.social We will be exploring the power of storytelling with Revd Dr Mark Powley from Faith in the North. If you’re travelling in, we look forward to seeing you soon!

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'Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to him with songs of praise!' Psalm 95.2 📍 St Peter's, Bury

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Join award-winning author, professional storyteller and ordained minister Bob Hartman for an inspiring evening exploring The Power of the Story ✨ Drawing on more than 30 years' experience, Bob will share practical insights into communicating God’s story across the generations. youtu.be/cir_pmEMR_A

The event takes place at St Andrew’s Hillock on 14th October and St Werburgh’s, Chorlton on 15th October, both from 7pm to 9pm. Book here: www.eventbrite.com/cc/equip-spo...

Black History Month is a time to celebrate, learn about and reflect on the invaluable contributions of Black people to our shared history, culture and society. It is also an opportunity to uncover stories from the past that continue to challenge and inspire us today.

At the link below, Diane Gray-Stephenson, Racial Justice Programme Lead, shares a reflection on a statue many of us will have walked past without a second thought, exploring a moment in Manchester's history when local people showed extraordinary solidarity in the fight against slavery.

manchester.anglican.orgHow Manchester Stood in Solidarity Against Slavery - Diocese of ManchesterDiane Gray-Stephenson, Racial Justice Programme Lead, shares a reflection on a powerful moment in Manchester's history, when local people showed extraordinary solidarity in the fight against slavery.

Read the reflection: www.manchester.anglican.org/how-manchest...

Is your church marking Safeguarding Sunday this year?🛡️ Taking place on 15th November, Safeguarding Sunday is a time to reflect on the importance of safeguarding and the part we all play in creating safer places for everyone.

This year's theme, Love Protects, explores safeguarding as an expression of Christian care in action. Registration is free, and once your church has signed up you'll have access to a range of resources including services, prayers, talks and activities. Register here: safeguardingsunday.org

As we continue to journey through Black History Month, Canon David Onabanjo, Intercultural Mission Adviser, is leading this week’s daily reflections on the Everyday Faith app. Continuing through to this Sunday, David’s reflections are inspired by themes of community, celebrating the diversity

and gifts of all people, and considering how God calls us to live and serve together. If you would like to listen to David’s reflections, you can do so by downloading the Everyday Faith app via the App Store: apps.apple.com/gb/app/every... or Google Play: play.google.com/store/apps/d...

survey.euro.confirmit.com2526245 – Diocese of Manchester - Stakeholder (Open)Thank you very much for taking part in this consultation. We really appreciate your contribution.

📢 Last chance to have your say! As we continue the process of appointing the next Bishop of Manchester, we're inviting parishes, colleagues and anyone with an interest in the diocese to share their views. ⏰ The survey closes at midnight tomorrow. Take the survey⤵️

Today, on the anniversary of the antisemitic terrorist attack on Manchester's Heaton Park Synagogue, we remember the victims and their families, those who were injured, survivors and all those affected. We stand in solidarity with our Jewish neighbours and hold them in our prayers.

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Join us in prayer, as Black History Month begins. 🙏

manchester.anglican.orgLeading Churches into Growth: Parish Renewal Across Manchester - Diocese of ManchesterMore than 65 lay leaders and clergy from around 25 parishes gathered last weekend for their first Leading your Church into Growth (LyCiG) conference.

More than 65 lay leaders and clergy spent the weekend at our first Leading Your Church into Growth conference. Teams from churches gathered together, united by a shared desire to see their churches grow in faith, discipleship and mission. www.manchester.anglican.org/leading-chur...

We spoke with Vicky Cole-Kinsey to hear about her experience becoming a Reader. Vicky was licensed as a Reader in September 2026 and is currently half way through a 2 year training course at Emmanuel College, Didsbury

What does it mean to be a Reader? We spoke with Max Robinson from St Luke's church Heywood, to hear about his journey and ministry. As we celebrate the licensing of six new Readers at @mancathedral.bsky.social over the weekend, we give thanks and pray for all Readers across our diocese. 🙏✨

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manchester.anglican.orgHelp Shape our Statement of Needs - Diocese of ManchesterAs we begin the journey towards appointing our next Bishop of Manchester, we are inviting people across the diocese to share their hopes, priorities and vision for the future.

We're seeking views as we journey towards appointing a new bishop Manchester diocese includes the cities Salford & Manchester, as well as Oldham, Rochdale, Bury, Bolton, parts of Wigan, Trafford, Stockport, Tameside, Blackburn with Darwen, and Rossendale Please complete if you live in this area!

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As we begin the journey towards appointing our next Bishop of Manchester, we are inviting people across the diocese to share their hopes, priorities and vision for the future. Please complete the survey and share to help reach more people. Thank you! www.manchester.anglican.org/help-shape-o...

We caught up with Jonathan Ainscough from Brunswick Church who has been supporting Jamie Mackenzie alongside several other churches in welcoming new students to Manchester during #freshersweek 🙌 Read the full story on our website: www.manchester.anglican.org/welcoming-ma...

manchester.anglican.orgA Big Weekend Ahead - Diocese of ManchesterThis weekend, a new team will join the congregation at St Thomas’ Bury while 25 parishes will be taking part in the first Parish Renewal weekend.

This weekend, a new team from Nelson Street Rochdale will join the congregation at St Thomas’ Bury while 25 parishes will be taking part in the first Parish Renewal weekend. www.manchester.anglican.org/a-big-weeken...

A quick message from Jamie Mackenzie, the Lead Anglican Chaplain for the Central Manchester Universities, welcoming new students and helping them find a church local to them! 🤩 #ManchesterFreshers

manchester.anglican.orgManchester Cathedral Comes Alive for Worship Around the World - Diocese of ManchesterManchester Cathedral echoed with music, dance and joyful celebration on Sunday as hundreds of people gathered for Worship Around the World.

22 Sept

@mancathedral.bsky.social echoed with music, dance and joyful celebration last weekend as hundreds of people gathered for Worship Around the World, an event showcasing Christian worship across cultures and communities in our diocese. www.manchester.anglican.org/manchester-c...

manchester.anglican.orgNew Area Deans Appointed to Serve Bolton and Oldham & Ashton - Diocese of ManchesterThe Revd Anne Gilbert will become Area Dean of Oldham & Ashton and the Revd Rob Jackson will become Area Dean of Bolton.

21 Sept

The Diocese of Manchester is pleased to announce the appointment of two new Area Deans. The Revd Anne Gilbert will become Area Dean of Oldham & Ashton and the Revd Rob Jackson will become Area Dean of Bolton. www.manchester.anglican.org/new-area-dea...

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The values of “trust, dignity, and mutual care” in public life were highlighted by the Bishop of Manchester, Dr David Walker, in the House of Lords on Tuesday. #ChurchTimes #News

churchtimes.co.ukPublic bodies need scrutiny, says Bishop of ManchesterTHE values of “trust, dignity, and mutual care” in public life were highlighted by the Bishop of Manchester, Dr David Walker, in the House of Lords on Tuesday. “We all — public officers and citizens alike — have a res...

manchester.anglican.orgGiving Thanks for the Ministry of Archdeacon Rachel Mann - Diocese of ManchesterThis week, the Diocese of Manchester bids farewell to Archdeacon Rachel Mann as she retires from full-time ministry.

31 July

This week, we bid farewell to Archdeacon Rachel Mann as she retires from full-time ministry. Read the full article 👇

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30 July

A little @manchester.anglican.org feature on my retirement. Includes some incredibly generous, humbling words from @bishmanchester.bsky.social about my ministry … www.manchester.anglican.org/giving-thank...

bbc.co.ukThought for the Day - The Right Reverend Dr David Walker - BBC Sounds13 JULY 26

13 July

This morning, @bishmanchester.bsky.social shared the Thought for the Day on BBC R4 reflecting on football and faith, and how both can be powerful expressions of shared belonging. Listen back here www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... Or read here www.manchester.anglican.org/bishop-david...

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I am biased, but this really is an encouraging story of a local parish church making a positive difference and being a great public witness in creation care Plus, the whole project has been shaped and led by a layperson with great passion and skill #NetZero #ClimateChange @manchester.anglican.org

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youtu.beBishop David stressed the urgent need for action to tackle climate changeYouTube video by Manchester Diocese

2 July

Speaking in the House of Lords on Monday, Bishop David stressed the urgent need for action to tackle climate change during a debate on the motion to approve the Climate Change Act 2008 (International Aviation and International Shipping) Regulations @bishmanchester.bsky.social youtu.be/2zF9fJj1CKY

15 June

Bishop David welcomed delegates to our diocesan conference and led our opening worship. He prayed for our region as we mark the 30th anniversary of the Manchester bomb, holding before God all those affected, and giving thanks for the spirit of people across our diocese. @bishmanchester.bsky.social

2 May

Last Saturday, the Racial Justice Team was joined by almost thirty people who gathered for a Prayer Walk to remember Stephen Lawrence. The sun shone as everyone walked together around Heaton Park, taking time to pause, reflect on Stephen's legacy, and pray for racial justice and an end to prejudice.

justgiving.comDiocese of Manchester's fundraiser for Stephen Lawrence Day FoundationHelp Diocese of Manchester raise money to support Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation

2 May

Thank you to everyone who came to take part, and also to everyone who donated to our fundraiser for Stephen Lawrence Day. If you would like to donate, you can do so here: www.justgiving.com/page/racial-... Read more: tinyurl.com/2ftfbumb

manchester.anglican.orgNew Head of Church Growth and Evangelism Appointed - Diocese of ManchesterWe are pleased to announce the appointment of the Revd Dr Trevor Hutton to this role.

1 May

This week, we announced the appointment of the Revd Dr Trevor Hutton as our new Head of Church Growth and Evangelism. In his new role, Trevor will work alongside clergy and lay leaders to support the delivery of the Church Planting and Revitalisation element of the diocese’s vision.

tinyurl.comRevd Canon Simon Cook to be the next Archdeacon of Salford and Bolton - Diocese of ManchesterCurrently Area Dean of Bolton, Revd Simon will succeed the Ven Dr Rachel Mann who will retire at the end of July.

30 Apr

We are pleased to share the news that the Revd Canon Simon Cook has been appointed as the next Archdeacon of Salford and Bolton. Simon succeeds the Ven Dr Rachel Mann, who will retire at the end of July after many years of faithful ministry in our diocese. Read more: