Revitalisation funding boosts growth at Christ Church
5th February 2025
We recently spoke with Alison Hartley, Focal Leader at Christ Church Ainsworth, to hear about how the church has been using Growth Revitalisation Funding.
Following the energy: A lesson in life from Johnny Marr
Reflecting on a memorable encounter with Johnny Marr, the Ven Dr Rachel Mann, Archdeacon of Bolton and Salford shared this Pause for Thought on BBC Radio 2.
Service to Welcome the Revd Phil Cansdale, Director of Mission and Ministry
Join us at Manchester Cathedral on Sunday, 9th February for a special Evensong service, during which Bishop David will officially welcome the Revd Phil Cansdale to his new role as Director of Mission and Ministry. Phil is responsible for leading and championing all aspects of mission across the ministry of our diocese, as well as supporting the development of lay and ordained leaders.
Phil is based at St John's House, Bury, and recently moved to the diocese with his family, At the start of this term, Phil's wife Tracey took on the role of Headteacher at St John’s CE Primary School in Radcliffe. The Evensong service starts at 5.30 pm - we look forward to seeing you there.
