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Bury Mission Community Pilgrimage

First published on: 24th August 2023

‘Beating the Bounds’ is an ancient tradition where parishes walk around their boundaries, praying for and asking God to bless the people and work. We seek to echo this in two ‘pilgrim’ walks, linking all the parishes of the Mission Community.

Reasons to use Eco Stepping Stones

First published on: 16th August 2023

Eco Stepping Stones is a resource that can add momentum to a movement for change. So, what are some key ways in which it is useful?

CSA funding for new kitchen at St Peter’s

First published on: 16th August 2023

St Peter’s Church, Westleigh, has been fitted with a brand-new kitchen for parishioners to enjoy thanks, in part, to Council for Social Aid (CSA) funding.

Summer fun at St Andrew's, Whitefield

First published on: 2nd August 2023

Situated in Hillock, Whitefield, St Andrew’s is one of many churches that are actively involved in their community. This is especially important during the summer holidays – even more so when the weather isn’t good!

Companions for the Journey returns

First published on: 28th July 2023

Following a five-year hiatus due to Covid, this year saw the return of the Companions for the Journey course.

Manchester starts the largest roll-out of digital giving devices in the UK

First published on: 29th March 2023

Over 120 digital giving devices are on their way to churches across the Diocese of Manchester.

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.

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.

Jubilee+ has produced SIX 'Refugee Training Videos' for Churches

First published on: 12th December 2022

Jubilee+ has released a series of six training videos for churches on how to support and assist refugees in their communities.