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Fifteen New Priests Ordained at Manchester Cathedral

First published on: 2nd July 2025

This 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.

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Twenty One New Deacons Ordained at Manchester Cathedral

First published on: 2nd July 2025

This 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.

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Truth-Telling, Healing and Hope

First published on: 25th June 2025

This 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.

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Year 6 Leavers’ Services Fill Manchester Cathedral with Joy and Praise

First published on: 25th June 2025

Last 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.

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New Chapter Begins at William Temple Church, Wythenshawe

First published on: 19th June 2025

On 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.

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Saddleworth Whit Walk 2025

First published on: 17th June 2025

Last Friday, churches from across Saddleworth came together in a display of faith and community spirit for the annual Whit Friday Walk of Witness. The day’s celebrations culminated in the world-renowned Saddleworth and Oldham Whit Friday Band Contests, drawing crowds and competitors from near and far.

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Diocesan Synod Meets to Discuss Strategy, Safeguarding, Vocations and Finances

First published on: 12th June 2025

On 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.

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Bishop David Makes Presidential Address to Synod

First published on: 12th June 2025

On Saturday, 7th June, Bishop David made his Presidential Address to Synod.

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Manchester and Salford Ecumenical Whit Walk 2025

First published on: 27th May 2025

The Manchester and Salford Ecumenical Whit Walk made a joyful return to the city centre yesterday, bringing together churches from across the area for a display of faith and community.

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National Association of Diocesan Advisers in Women’s Ministry Conference

First published on: 20th May 2025

Last week, the National Association of Diocesan Advisors in Women’s Ministry (NADAWM)  met for their annual conference. Our representative for Manchester Diocese is The Revd Jenni Beaumont who writes this report following the event.

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