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A Church for a Different World 🌱⛪️🌍 @churchofengland.org in Greater Manchester and Rossendale. Living out our faith every day of the week #MoreThanSunday
Bishop David spoke in the House of Lords debate on Gaza and the preservation of the ceasefire. He noted that the last three functioning ICU beds are in the Al-Ahli Anglican hospital and asked how health services can be protected and improved in Gaza @bishmanchester.bsky.social
November 4, 2025 at 11:22 AM
Bishop David spoke in the House of Lords debate on Gaza and the preservation of the ceasefire. He noted that the last three functioning ICU beds are in the Al-Ahli Anglican hospital and asked how health services can be protected and improved in Gaza @bishmanchester.bsky.social
During this afternoon’s House of Lords session, Bishop David @bishmanchester.bsky.social commended the vital work of prison chaplains with young people and asked how they can be better supported and resourced in their roles.
November 3, 2025 at 3:31 PM
During this afternoon’s House of Lords session, Bishop David @bishmanchester.bsky.social commended the vital work of prison chaplains with young people and asked how they can be better supported and resourced in their roles.
Grow Your Church Younger Through Toddler Ministry!🎉
We are welcoming Caroline Montgomery, author of Refresh: Introducing Adults to Faith Through Toddler Groups, to our Early Years Conference on November 8th.
Tickets are currently discounted to £10.
Book here👇
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/early-year...
We are welcoming Caroline Montgomery, author of Refresh: Introducing Adults to Faith Through Toddler Groups, to our Early Years Conference on November 8th.
Tickets are currently discounted to £10.
Book here👇
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/early-year...
October 17, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Grow Your Church Younger Through Toddler Ministry!🎉
We are welcoming Caroline Montgomery, author of Refresh: Introducing Adults to Faith Through Toddler Groups, to our Early Years Conference on November 8th.
Tickets are currently discounted to £10.
Book here👇
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/early-year...
We are welcoming Caroline Montgomery, author of Refresh: Introducing Adults to Faith Through Toddler Groups, to our Early Years Conference on November 8th.
Tickets are currently discounted to £10.
Book here👇
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/early-year...
You are invited to attend our Lukestide Healing Services 🙏
Details:
• Thursday 16th October - 7:30pm - All Saints, Stretford
• Monday 20th October - 7:30pm - Bolton Parish Church
• Wednesday 22nd October - 7pm - St Luke, Heywood
For more info, please email:
KimMorgan-Jones@manchester.anglican.org
Details:
• Thursday 16th October - 7:30pm - All Saints, Stretford
• Monday 20th October - 7:30pm - Bolton Parish Church
• Wednesday 22nd October - 7pm - St Luke, Heywood
For more info, please email:
KimMorgan-Jones@manchester.anglican.org
October 15, 2025 at 1:29 PM
You are invited to attend our Lukestide Healing Services 🙏
Details:
• Thursday 16th October - 7:30pm - All Saints, Stretford
• Monday 20th October - 7:30pm - Bolton Parish Church
• Wednesday 22nd October - 7pm - St Luke, Heywood
For more info, please email:
KimMorgan-Jones@manchester.anglican.org
Details:
• Thursday 16th October - 7:30pm - All Saints, Stretford
• Monday 20th October - 7:30pm - Bolton Parish Church
• Wednesday 22nd October - 7pm - St Luke, Heywood
For more info, please email:
KimMorgan-Jones@manchester.anglican.org
On 18 October, Luther King House in Manchester will host Women’s Voices 2025 - a vital conference exploring the intersection of theology, ministry, and women’s lived experiences.
The event is open to all women and those who minister to them.
Book here: www.tickettailor.com/events/luthe...
The event is open to all women and those who minister to them.
Book here: www.tickettailor.com/events/luthe...
September 29, 2025 at 1:08 PM
On 18 October, Luther King House in Manchester will host Women’s Voices 2025 - a vital conference exploring the intersection of theology, ministry, and women’s lived experiences.
The event is open to all women and those who minister to them.
Book here: www.tickettailor.com/events/luthe...
The event is open to all women and those who minister to them.
Book here: www.tickettailor.com/events/luthe...
⏳ Just a few days left to apply!
Applications for our Foundations for Ministry Course close on Monday, 22nd September.
If you sense a call to Christian ministry but aren’t sure what that looks like, this course will help you explore your path.
Learn more and apply:
www.manchester.anglican.org/ffm
Applications for our Foundations for Ministry Course close on Monday, 22nd September.
If you sense a call to Christian ministry but aren’t sure what that looks like, this course will help you explore your path.
Learn more and apply:
www.manchester.anglican.org/ffm
September 17, 2025 at 6:01 PM
⏳ Just a few days left to apply!
Applications for our Foundations for Ministry Course close on Monday, 22nd September.
If you sense a call to Christian ministry but aren’t sure what that looks like, this course will help you explore your path.
Learn more and apply:
www.manchester.anglican.org/ffm
Applications for our Foundations for Ministry Course close on Monday, 22nd September.
If you sense a call to Christian ministry but aren’t sure what that looks like, this course will help you explore your path.
Learn more and apply:
www.manchester.anglican.org/ffm
‼ Phishing Alert ‼
Sadly, we’ve received several reports today of phishing emails targeting individuals across our diocese. These fraudulent messages are designed to deceive recipients and extort money.
Sadly, we’ve received several reports today of phishing emails targeting individuals across our diocese. These fraudulent messages are designed to deceive recipients and extort money.
August 6, 2025 at 3:05 PM
‼ Phishing Alert ‼
Sadly, we’ve received several reports today of phishing emails targeting individuals across our diocese. These fraudulent messages are designed to deceive recipients and extort money.
Sadly, we’ve received several reports today of phishing emails targeting individuals across our diocese. These fraudulent messages are designed to deceive recipients and extort money.
The annual ALM Conference took place on Saturday at Brunswick Church, welcoming around 70 Authorised Lay Ministers. The theme for the day was ‘Sharing Faith, Inspiring Mission’, and the speaker was Marie Aitken, author of 'Keep it Simple - How to Share your Jesus Story with Clarity and Confidence'.
July 26, 2025 at 9:00 AM
The annual ALM Conference took place on Saturday at Brunswick Church, welcoming around 70 Authorised Lay Ministers. The theme for the day was ‘Sharing Faith, Inspiring Mission’, and the speaker was Marie Aitken, author of 'Keep it Simple - How to Share your Jesus Story with Clarity and Confidence'.
Congratulations to the eight newly appointed Honorary Canons of Manchester Cathedral, who have been recognised for their dedicated service to our diocese and the wider Church.
You can learn more about them here 👇
www.manchester.anglican.org/honorary-can...
You can learn more about them here 👇
www.manchester.anglican.org/honorary-can...
July 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Congratulations to the eight newly appointed Honorary Canons of Manchester Cathedral, who have been recognised for their dedicated service to our diocese and the wider Church.
You can learn more about them here 👇
www.manchester.anglican.org/honorary-can...
You can learn more about them here 👇
www.manchester.anglican.org/honorary-can...
Last Sunday afternoon, we gathered at Manchester Cathedral to celebrate the valued ministry of Readers across our diocese. 🙏❤
You can learn more about each of the Readers here ⤵
www.manchester.anglican.org/service-held...
You can learn more about each of the Readers here ⤵
www.manchester.anglican.org/service-held...
July 12, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Last Sunday afternoon, we gathered at Manchester Cathedral to celebrate the valued ministry of Readers across our diocese. 🙏❤
You can learn more about each of the Readers here ⤵
www.manchester.anglican.org/service-held...
You can learn more about each of the Readers here ⤵
www.manchester.anglican.org/service-held...
We’re grateful to share an update from Archdeacon Rachel, who continues to face her health journey with courage, faith, and grace. Please continue to hold Rachel and her medical team in your prayers as she works towards a full recovery.
www.manchester.anglican.org/archdeacon-r...
www.manchester.anglican.org/archdeacon-r...
July 7, 2025 at 1:19 PM
We’re grateful to share an update from Archdeacon Rachel, who continues to face her health journey with courage, faith, and grace. Please continue to hold Rachel and her medical team in your prayers as she works towards a full recovery.
www.manchester.anglican.org/archdeacon-r...
www.manchester.anglican.org/archdeacon-r...
⭐ We are hiring! ⭐
📌 Head of Clergy Development
💼 We are seeking a pastoral, visionary leader who can support clergy in their formation and ongoing growth, and help shape an inspiring programme of training and development.
Find out more and apply ⤵
www.cofepathways.org/members/modu...
📌 Head of Clergy Development
💼 We are seeking a pastoral, visionary leader who can support clergy in their formation and ongoing growth, and help shape an inspiring programme of training and development.
Find out more and apply ⤵
www.cofepathways.org/members/modu...
June 28, 2025 at 9:01 AM
⭐ We are hiring! ⭐
📌 Head of Clergy Development
💼 We are seeking a pastoral, visionary leader who can support clergy in their formation and ongoing growth, and help shape an inspiring programme of training and development.
Find out more and apply ⤵
www.cofepathways.org/members/modu...
📌 Head of Clergy Development
💼 We are seeking a pastoral, visionary leader who can support clergy in their formation and ongoing growth, and help shape an inspiring programme of training and development.
Find out more and apply ⤵
www.cofepathways.org/members/modu...
⭐ We are hiring! ⭐
📌 Lay Ministry Officer
💼 We are seeking a Lay Ministry Officer who will support the continued flourishing of lay ministry, ensuring that lay people are equipped to live out their calling and use their gifts.
Find out more and apply ⤵
www.cofepathways.org/members/modu...
📌 Lay Ministry Officer
💼 We are seeking a Lay Ministry Officer who will support the continued flourishing of lay ministry, ensuring that lay people are equipped to live out their calling and use their gifts.
Find out more and apply ⤵
www.cofepathways.org/members/modu...
June 26, 2025 at 6:02 PM
⭐ We are hiring! ⭐
📌 Lay Ministry Officer
💼 We are seeking a Lay Ministry Officer who will support the continued flourishing of lay ministry, ensuring that lay people are equipped to live out their calling and use their gifts.
Find out more and apply ⤵
www.cofepathways.org/members/modu...
📌 Lay Ministry Officer
💼 We are seeking a Lay Ministry Officer who will support the continued flourishing of lay ministry, ensuring that lay people are equipped to live out their calling and use their gifts.
Find out more and apply ⤵
www.cofepathways.org/members/modu...
⭐ We are hiring! ⭐
📌 Head of Church Growth and Evangelism
💼 We are looking for a creative and innovative person to play a leading role in delivering church growth and pioneering through evangelism, church planting and revitalisation.
Find out more and apply ⤵
www.cofepathways.org/members/modu...
📌 Head of Church Growth and Evangelism
💼 We are looking for a creative and innovative person to play a leading role in delivering church growth and pioneering through evangelism, church planting and revitalisation.
Find out more and apply ⤵
www.cofepathways.org/members/modu...
June 24, 2025 at 2:15 PM
⭐ We are hiring! ⭐
📌 Head of Church Growth and Evangelism
💼 We are looking for a creative and innovative person to play a leading role in delivering church growth and pioneering through evangelism, church planting and revitalisation.
Find out more and apply ⤵
www.cofepathways.org/members/modu...
📌 Head of Church Growth and Evangelism
💼 We are looking for a creative and innovative person to play a leading role in delivering church growth and pioneering through evangelism, church planting and revitalisation.
Find out more and apply ⤵
www.cofepathways.org/members/modu...
Celebrating all creatures Great and Small 🕊🐿🐱🐶🦊🦇
This summer, the Church of England is inviting everyone to take part in their joyful new campaign: #GreatAndSmall – a celebration of animals in and around our churches!
Learn more here 👇
www.churchofengland.org/resources/di...
This summer, the Church of England is inviting everyone to take part in their joyful new campaign: #GreatAndSmall – a celebration of animals in and around our churches!
Learn more here 👇
www.churchofengland.org/resources/di...
June 22, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Celebrating all creatures Great and Small 🕊🐿🐱🐶🦊🦇
This summer, the Church of England is inviting everyone to take part in their joyful new campaign: #GreatAndSmall – a celebration of animals in and around our churches!
Learn more here 👇
www.churchofengland.org/resources/di...
This summer, the Church of England is inviting everyone to take part in their joyful new campaign: #GreatAndSmall – a celebration of animals in and around our churches!
Learn more here 👇
www.churchofengland.org/resources/di...
Archdeacons’ Visitation Services are currently taking place across our diocese. These events offer an opportunity to give thanks for the ministry of our churchwardens and church officers.
View photos from services at Oldham Parish Church and St George, Chadderton ⤵
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View photos from services at Oldham Parish Church and St George, Chadderton ⤵
www.flickr.com/photos/dioce...
June 21, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Archdeacons’ Visitation Services are currently taking place across our diocese. These events offer an opportunity to give thanks for the ministry of our churchwardens and church officers.
View photos from services at Oldham Parish Church and St George, Chadderton ⤵
www.flickr.com/photos/dioce...
View photos from services at Oldham Parish Church and St George, Chadderton ⤵
www.flickr.com/photos/dioce...
Join our Grant Funding Training Day 🌱⛪
📍 St John’s House, Bury
📅 Thursday 3rd July | 9:45 am – 3:45 pm
Clergy and laity are invited to a training day focused on unlocking the power of grant funding to support your church’s mission and ministry.
Book here: www.eventbrite.com/e/what-is-gr...
📍 St John’s House, Bury
📅 Thursday 3rd July | 9:45 am – 3:45 pm
Clergy and laity are invited to a training day focused on unlocking the power of grant funding to support your church’s mission and ministry.
Book here: www.eventbrite.com/e/what-is-gr...
June 15, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Join our Grant Funding Training Day 🌱⛪
📍 St John’s House, Bury
📅 Thursday 3rd July | 9:45 am – 3:45 pm
Clergy and laity are invited to a training day focused on unlocking the power of grant funding to support your church’s mission and ministry.
Book here: www.eventbrite.com/e/what-is-gr...
📍 St John’s House, Bury
📅 Thursday 3rd July | 9:45 am – 3:45 pm
Clergy and laity are invited to a training day focused on unlocking the power of grant funding to support your church’s mission and ministry.
Book here: www.eventbrite.com/e/what-is-gr...
Ni-Cola Scott, Shades Lead in the Places Project team, joined Simone Riley on BBC Radio Manchester last Sunday. She shared a Thought for the Week on sowing seeds of hope, faith and love, and chatted with Simone about the Shades Project.
🎧Listen back from 2 hrs 16 mins:
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
🎧Listen back from 2 hrs 16 mins:
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
June 15, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Ni-Cola Scott, Shades Lead in the Places Project team, joined Simone Riley on BBC Radio Manchester last Sunday. She shared a Thought for the Week on sowing seeds of hope, faith and love, and chatted with Simone about the Shades Project.
🎧Listen back from 2 hrs 16 mins:
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
🎧Listen back from 2 hrs 16 mins:
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Don’t miss your chance to hear our Sing my Soul Scholars 🎶✨
There are just a couple more opportunities to see our very talented Sing my Soul Choral Scholars in action before the end of their summer term. All the details can be found below.
www.manchester.anglican.org/choral-schol...
There are just a couple more opportunities to see our very talented Sing my Soul Choral Scholars in action before the end of their summer term. All the details can be found below.
www.manchester.anglican.org/choral-schol...
June 15, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Don’t miss your chance to hear our Sing my Soul Scholars 🎶✨
There are just a couple more opportunities to see our very talented Sing my Soul Choral Scholars in action before the end of their summer term. All the details can be found below.
www.manchester.anglican.org/choral-schol...
There are just a couple more opportunities to see our very talented Sing my Soul Choral Scholars in action before the end of their summer term. All the details can be found below.
www.manchester.anglican.org/choral-schol...
🌟 Foundations for Ministry (FFM) Applications now open! 🌟
FFM is for anyone active in church life who feels a calling to Christian Ministry, but needs help to unpack what this means. Sessions include interactive talks, group work and personal reflection.
Apply here👇
www.manchester.anglican.org/ffm
FFM is for anyone active in church life who feels a calling to Christian Ministry, but needs help to unpack what this means. Sessions include interactive talks, group work and personal reflection.
Apply here👇
www.manchester.anglican.org/ffm
June 14, 2025 at 6:01 PM
🌟 Foundations for Ministry (FFM) Applications now open! 🌟
FFM is for anyone active in church life who feels a calling to Christian Ministry, but needs help to unpack what this means. Sessions include interactive talks, group work and personal reflection.
Apply here👇
www.manchester.anglican.org/ffm
FFM is for anyone active in church life who feels a calling to Christian Ministry, but needs help to unpack what this means. Sessions include interactive talks, group work and personal reflection.
Apply here👇
www.manchester.anglican.org/ffm
Last Saturday, 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.
Read the details here:
www.manchester.anglican.org/diocesan-syn...
Read the details here:
www.manchester.anglican.org/diocesan-syn...
June 14, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Last Saturday, 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.
Read the details here:
www.manchester.anglican.org/diocesan-syn...
Read the details here:
www.manchester.anglican.org/diocesan-syn...
The Diocesan Board of Education is creating colourful prayer chains to decorate Manchester Cathedral for the upcoming Year 6 Leavers' Services. If you would like to contribute a prayer to be used in a chain, please email it to prayers@manchester.anglican.org
June 8, 2025 at 1:03 PM
The Diocesan Board of Education is creating colourful prayer chains to decorate Manchester Cathedral for the upcoming Year 6 Leavers' Services. If you would like to contribute a prayer to be used in a chain, please email it to prayers@manchester.anglican.org
Karen Dean, Foundations for Ministry course participant and member of St James & Emmanuel, Didsbury, has been on a journey of transformation. She has gone from a life affected by addiction to one of hope and healing through finding faith.
Read her story: www.manchester.anglican.org/hope-through...
Read her story: www.manchester.anglican.org/hope-through...
June 7, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Karen Dean, Foundations for Ministry course participant and member of St James & Emmanuel, Didsbury, has been on a journey of transformation. She has gone from a life affected by addiction to one of hope and healing through finding faith.
Read her story: www.manchester.anglican.org/hope-through...
Read her story: www.manchester.anglican.org/hope-through...
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.
May 27, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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.