Latest News - Diocese of Manchester

Manchester to Rome: Visit to the Vatican

First published on: 28th April 2023

On Thursday, April 20, Greater Manchester civic leaders and members of the faith community met with Pope Francis at The Vatican, to pledge a commitment to tackling climate change.

GM leaders commit to climate pledge ahead of meeting with Pope Francis

First published on: 18th April 2023

Bishop David shares his hopes for the trip.

Bishop David speaks in the House of Lords

First published on: 27th March 2023

House of Lords: Bishop David speaks in debates on levelling up, housing and strikes

New Bishop of Bolton announced by Downing Street

First published on: 15th March 2023

The next Bishop of Bolton will be the Revd Dr. Matthew Porter, currently Vicar of St Michael le Belfrey in York, 10 Downing Street has announced today.

Acting Archdeacon of Bolton and Salford

First published on: 10th March 2023

A message from Bishop David

Farewell service for Bishop Mark Ashcroft

First published on: 30th January 2023

On Saturday, a service was held at Manchester Cathedral to bid farewell to Bishop Mark Ashcroft.

Bishop of Manchester | Living in Love and Faith Letter

First published on: 19th January 2023

The Bishop of Manchester shares a letter following the announcement of the results of the bishops’ conversations that have been taking place as part of the Living in Love and Faith process.

Epiphany letter from Bishop David

First published on: 5th January 2023

Bishop David's reflections on Epiphany 2023

Bishop David returns from sabbatical

First published on: 30th November 2022

As the Bishop of Manchester returns from his sabbatical, we asked him for a short reflection on what he has been up to!

Bishop David's tribute to HM the Queen

First published on: 8th September 2022

On the death of HM the Queen, Bishop David makes a personal tribute to her life of faith and service.