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A Journey of Faith and Music
In 2018, Ima set herself the challenge of singing in 100 churches over 100 years old. This month, Ima completed her challenge with her hundredth and final performance!
The Very Revd Ken Riley OBE MA – RIP
With great sadness, we share the news of the passing of The Very Revd Kenneth Joseph Riley, who was Dean of Manchester Cathedral between 1993 and 2005.

Honouring the First Bishop of Bolton
The restored vestments of the late Rt Revd David George Galliford, the first Bishop of Bolton, were formally received into Bolton Parish Church for safekeeping and future use.

Bishop David Looks Ahead to This Week’s Royal Visit to Rome
This morning on BBC Radio 4, Bishop David shared his Thought for the Day ahead of King Charles III’s trip to meet Pope Leo.
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