The Diocese of Manchester is a vibrant and diverse community of faith, rooted in the love of Christ and committed to serving the people and parishes of Greater Manchester and Rossendale. As part of the Church of England, we exist to support, encourage, and equip parishes, schools, and chaplaincies in their mission to share the gospel and serve their communities.

Our Vision

Our vision is to be a worshipping, growing and transforming Christian presence at the heart of every community. We want to be a Church for a Different World.

Learning from our recent experience with the new projects and programmes that are underway, we are well-placed to develop the overall strategy and plans for our diocese based on the following distinct but interconnected themes:

• Parish Renewal
• Growing Younger
• Churching Planting and Revitalisation
• Developing Missional Leaders

These priorities align with the Church of England’s overall vision which is to create a church of missionary disciples, where mixed ecology is the norm, and whose membership is becoming younger and more diverse.

Who We Are

Our diocese is made up of over 300 churches, 193 schools, and countless individuals who live out their faith in everyday life. From urban centres to rural parishes, we celebrate the richness of our traditions while embracing new ideas and change.

Our Bishop’s Leadership Team works alongside clergy, lay leaders, volunteers, and staff to support the spiritual and practical life of the diocese.

Whether you’re leading a congregation, supporting a school, or serving in a chaplaincy, we’re here to help you flourish in your calling.