Paul Myers

As we continue to deliver our vision we are committed to ensuring that all of our governance structures support parishes, chaplaincies and schools in their ministry.

With great sadness, we share the news that the Revd Eric Ruehorn died on Saturday, 28th February, following a short illness.

Next week, listeners will tune in to a special series of BBC Daily Service broadcasts featuring local women clergy, alongside the voices of the Bolton Parish Church Choir, Bolton Junior Choir, and Sing My Soul Choral Scholars.

The Bishop of Manchester, the Rt Revd Dr David Walker, has announced that he will retire in the summer of 2027.

This morning, Bishop David shared his Thought for the Day on BBC Radio 4 in response to the news from Iran.

Speakers from Christian, Muslim, Jewish and Hindu traditions shared the spiritual meaning of fasting in their faith communities, reflecting on Lent and Ramadan, and on the wider call to prayer, compassion and service.

The Archbishop’s visit to Manchester on Thursday, 19th March has been shaped to reflect the diocese’s priorities of Parish Renewal, Growing Younger, Church Planting and Revitalisation, and Developing Missional Leaders.

Manchester Cathedral hosted a Service of Reflection for all involved in Safeguarding. Those gathered in person and watching online were invited to pause, listen, lament, and give thanks for all who work tirelessly to ensure that our churches and communities are safer places for all.

The Dean of Manchester’s Challenging Hate Forum (CHF) partnered with Manchester City Council during Hate Crime Awareness Week to discuss flags, identity and bridging communities.