News

We are deeply saddened to share the news that Kath Pollard, Deanery Lay Chair for Bury and Rossendale, passed away this weekend. Kath was a devoted servant of Bury Parish Church, her deanery, and the wider diocese.

The Revd A Daniel Ramble is stepping down from his role as Area Dean of Oldham and Ashton Deanery and…

Diane Gray-Stephenson, Racial Justice Programme Lead, recently attended the Easter Sunday service at St James Church in Moss Side and found it to be both joyful and uplifting.

Historic England has published an update on the Places of Worship Renewal Fund.

We are pleased to share the news that the Revd Georgina Stirling, currently serving as curate at Nelson Street Church in Rochdale, will be moving to take up a new role at St Thomas Pimhole in Bury.

We are pleased to share the news that Karen Higgins began her role as Chief Executive Officer of the Diocesan Board of Finance and Diocesan Secretary at the beginning of April.

As we continue through Holy Week, Bishop David invites us to reflect on what it means to stand alongside fellow Christians around the world - especially those who face hardship, danger, and uncertainty.

King’s Kitchen, based at Christ Church in Chadderton, is a volunteer‑led community project offering practical support, warm hospitality and compassionate outreach.

Diocesan Synod met on Saturday 21st March to discuss the impact of the recent grant awarded by national church, the work of the Racial Justice Team, the financial position of the Diocesan Board of Finance, and the Vacancy in See process.