Helen Platts to Retire in March 2026
First published on: 16th September 2025Today, we share the news that Helen Platts, our Chief Operating Officer and Diocesan Secretary, will be retiring in March 2026.
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Summary of General Synod July 2025
First published on: 17th July 2025The Church of England’s General Synod gathered in York for a five-day summer group of sessions (11–15 July 2025), addressing a wide range of theological, pastoral, and administrative matters.
Service to Celebrate Reader Ministry Held at Manchester Cathedral
First published on: 10th July 2025On Sunday afternoon, we gathered at Manchester Cathedral to celebrate the vital ministry of Readers across our diocese. In a joyful service led by Bishop Matthew Porter, six new Readers were admitted, and five were honoured with the title of Reader Emeritus.
Fifteen New Priests Ordained at Manchester Cathedral
First published on: 2nd July 2025This past weekend marked a significant occasion in the life of our diocese, as 15 people were ordained as priests at Manchester Cathedral during our annual Petertide Ordinations.
Twenty One New Deacons Ordained at Manchester Cathedral
First published on: 2nd July 2025This past weekend marked a significant occasion in the life of our diocese, as 21 people were ordained as deacons at Manchester Cathedral during our annual Petertide Ordinations.
Truth-Telling, Healing and Hope
First published on: 25th June 2025This week, members of clergy and the Shades team joined colleagues from across the country for the Truth-Telling Gathering at the University of Liverpool - a city with a deep and complex history tied to the transatlantic slave trade. This significant location set the tone for a powerful and moving experience of reflection, truth, and learning.
Year 6 Leavers’ Services Fill Manchester Cathedral with Joy and Praise
First published on: 25th June 2025Last week, Manchester Cathedral came alive with the joyful sounds of singing, dancing, and worship as hundreds of children gathered for their Year 6 Leavers’ Services - a cherished annual tradition in our diocese.
New Chapter Begins at William Temple Church, Wythenshawe
First published on: 19th June 2025On Tuesday evening, the Revd Andy Bird was officially licensed as Assistant Curate at William Temple Church in Wythenshawe. Andy will lead a team sent from St Werburgh’s and will work alongside the Wythenshawe Team with a shared goal: to revitalise William Temple Church and contribute to a thriving mission and ministry in the area.
Diocesan Synod Meets to Discuss Strategy, Safeguarding, Vocations and Finances
First published on: 12th June 2025On Saturday, 7th June, Diocesan Synod met at St John's House to discuss the diocese’s strategy, vocations, safeguarding, and to adopt the annual report and accounts for 2024.
Bishop David Makes Presidential Address to Synod
First published on: 12th June 2025On Saturday, 7th June, Bishop David made his Presidential Address to Synod.
