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St Richard’s Church, Peel Hall in Wythenshawe, marked Black History Month with a special service that brought together worship, storytelling, history, and fellowship.

A striking cascade of handmade poppies is flowing from the clock tower of St Mary’s, Radcliffe, as the church and local community prepare to mark Remembrance Sunday.

After a long restoration journey, the bells of Christ Church Healey are ringing once again, and the parish is now looking for new bell ringers to help keep the tradition going.

Huge 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 commitment to caring for God's creation.

Members of Diocesan Synod met on Saturday to consider a range of business, including progress towards Net Zero, approval of the MDBF budget, feedback from the recent Deanery Gatherings and the Manchester Diocesan Board of Education's Annual Report.

The 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 Matthew's Church, Chadderton, St Anne's Longsight, Royton and Dr Kershaw's Hospice.

Children 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.

A support initiative is being developed to help Parish Safeguarding Officers connect with one another, share experiences and receive practical support in their vital role.

The votes have been counted, and we can now announce those elected to represent our diocese on General Synod.