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GM Faith Leaders statement ahead of the General Elections

First published on: 27th June 2024

With exactly a week before the General Election, Greater Manchester Faith Community Leaders have today issued a statement calling on everyone to exercise their right to vote.

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Preparing for ordinations this weekend!

First published on: 27th June 2024

Preparations are now well underway for this weekend's ordination services. This Petertide, 32 people are being ordained in the diocese - 18 as deacons and 14 as priests.

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Year 6 Leavers' Services

First published on: 20th June 2024

This week, the Diocesan Board of Education has been hosting the Year 6 Leavers' Celebration services at Manchester Cathedral. More children have taken part than ever before, with an incredible 5000 children and staff have attended eight services in just four days!

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Bishop of Manchester’s Prayer for Gaza

First published on: 19th June 2024

The Rt Revd Dr David Walker, Bishop of Manchester, has shared a prayer for peace for the ongoing crisis in Gaza. 

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Bishop David's opening address at Diocesan Synod

First published on: 17th June 2024

On Saturday, Diocesan Synod met at St John's House, Bury. In his opening address, Bishop David reflects on the General Election, outlines five key values that Greater Manchester faith leaders share, and asks Synod to hold those standing for election before God in prayer.

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Archdeacons' Visitation Services

First published on: 13th June 2024

Visitation services are taking place this month led by Archdeacon Karen Best and Archdeacon Rachel Mann. Take a look at these joy-filled photos!!

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Beyond: Year 6 Transition Programme

First published on: 30th May 2024

Transitioning from primary to secondary school can be a daunting experience for many children. To help them navigate this significant milestone, we are excited to announce the launch of ‘Beyond’, a resource to equip Year 6 pupils with the tools they need to embark on this next chapter with confidence.

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Revd Canon Nick Smeeton

First published on: 30th May 2024

​​​​​​​We share the news that the Revd Canon Nick Smeeton, Director of Vocations and Director of Strategy (Mission), has been appointed as Strategy Programme Director in the Diocese of Lichfield. 

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Services for the Ordination of Deacons and Priests

First published on: 29th May 2024

It will soon be time for this year’s ordination of Deacons and Priests, which will be taking place on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th June at Manchester Cathedral.

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Manchester and Salford Ecumenical Whit Walk 2024

First published on: 28th May 2024

Yesterday, Manchester City Centre welcomed back the Whit Walks, a tradition spanning 200 years and still going strong today.

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