We are a Church for a Different World
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Our Vision
Together, we’re building a vibrant future for our diocese through four key themes – Parish Renewal, Growing Younger, Church Planting & Revitalisation and Developing Missional Leaders.
A core part of our vision is supporting the renewal of parishes around our diocese.
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We’re reaching younger generations by connecting church, school, and family life across our diocese.
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We are growing church communities through planting and revitalisation.
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We recognise the importance of investing in our clergy, especially those who are newly ordained, and developing our lay people.
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Support for Parishes
Resources, guidance, and practical help for parish life and ministry.
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Support for Schools
Encouraging and equipping Church of England schools to flourish in faith and learning.
Latest News
Updates, stories, and highlights from across our diocese.
New Clergy Lead to Join The Antioch Network
We are pleased to introduce The Antioch Network’s new Clergy Lead, Revd Greg Sharples. The Antioch Network is a partnership of small missional churches working together to plant, revitalise, and grow local congregations.
Retired Clergy Survey 2025
In Autumn 2025, a Survey of Retired Clergy was carried out, and the findings were presented to the Bishop’s Leadership Team this month.
National Church Backs Manchester Diocese’s Vision for Mission and Growth
We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded significant funding by the national church for an inspiring investment programme to resource mission and ministry across Manchester Diocese.
Three Wonders: A Celebration of Epiphany
Holy Innocents Fallowfield enjoyed a ‘Three Wonders’ Epiphany celebration – bringing together the Magi, the baptism of Christ and the wedding at Cana.
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Manchester Diocese serves a vibrant, dynamic and creative community in the North West of England.
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Explore how God is working in your life and discover your unique path in faith and service.
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This section of our website is dedicated to supporting parishes, clergy and Church schools across the Diocese of Manchester.
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