Latest News - Diocese of Manchester

The Archbishop of York to visit the Diocese of Manchester

First published on: 14th February 2023

The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, will be visiting the Diocese of Manchester at the beginning of March. He has sent a greeting to all our parishes and to everyone in advance of his visit.

Office move to St John's House, Bury

First published on: 9th February 2023

We have recently moved into our new offices.

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.

All churches who applied for a digital giving device will receive one!

First published on: 11th January 2023

By Easter 2023, 120 churches across the Diocese of Manchester will be able to accept donations via a digital giving device and by online giving.

A warm space that welcomes the whole community

First published on: 10th January 2023

St Paul’s in Heaton Moor remains open for an extra 90 minutes providing residents with a warm, welcoming space, refreshments and companionship.

Epiphany letter from Bishop David

First published on: 5th January 2023

Bishop David's reflections on Epiphany 2023

St Werburgh's reopens for worship

First published on: 20th December 2022

St Werburgh’s in Chorlton opened its doors once again for a joyful carol service

Eco Champions journey to Christ Church Toxteth Park

First published on: 13th December 2022

An intrepid group of Eco Champions braved the train strikes and journeyed to Liverpool as the next step toward Eco Church Gold.

Follow the Star - the great invitation

First published on: 28th November 2022

Discover resources to invite your community back to church this Christmas.

Parish worship in buildings neither consecrated nor licensed

First published on: 8th November 2022

With the level of heating costs expected this winter, some churches may consider moving worship to buildings which are more readily and efficiently heated. Any decision to move worship will need to be carefully considered, and national statutory guidance will be issued soon, which must be read in conjunction with the information below.