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Welcome to Lichfield Diocese

Welcome to the Church of England in a large area of the Midlands which has a population of over 2 million, including Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent, the Black Country and northern Shropshire. Lichfield is a vibrant and diverse diocese, a mixture of urban and rural with almost 600 churches and over 200 Church schools. Thank you for visiting our website. Read more.

The Rt Revd Dr Michael Ipgrave
Bishop of Lichfield

Lichfield Diocese News

More blossom in Shropshire

27th February 2026

A special apple tree, re-discovered in the grounds of Much Wenlock Priory, home of Shropshire's patron saint, was planted this week at the Bishop of Shrewsbury's house.

Marking Shropshire Day on foot and in prayer and worship

23rd February 2026

Shropshire Day, commemorating St Milburga, falls on 23 February. The Bishop of Lichfield, he Bishop of Hereford, the Bishop of Shrewsbury and others marked it together in three locations in the presence of Anna Turner, HIs Majesty's Lord Lieutenant of Shropshire.

Stoke Churches’ Revitalisation Takes a Major Step Forward

18th February 2026

The Church of England has confirmed the remaining £3.7 million towards a £5.9 million investment to strengthen Christian presence across Stoke‑upon‑Trent through its churches, schools, and community partnerships. Funding runs until 2032 and builds on work already making a real difference locally.

Events

Sunday 1st March
3:30pm - 5:00pm -
Community of St Chad (Re)Commissioning Service
Wednesday 4th March
9:00am - 3:30pm -
High Quality RE: Non-Religious Worldviews and Christianity
6:30pm - 9:00pm -
The Cathedral that Never Was

Vacancies

Bucknall Team Ministry - Team Rector

We’re a thriving parish in the UPA estates of the City of Stoke on Trent with an open-evangelical tradition, open to the gifts of the Spirit and we are looking for a new Team Rector. Closing Date: 5 March 2026

Peel Parishes - Rector

We are a family of four churches, diverse in tradition, united in our love for Jesus and our desire to see His kingdom grow in our communities. Closing Date: 26 March 2026

Chad Blog

Draw Near in Lent

16th February 2026

Helen Emery, the diocese’s Whole Life Discipleship Officer is excited about ways of adding meaning to Lent this year.

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The Bulletin is our fortnightly news email for anyone involved in the running and leadership of churches, schools, chaplaincies and Fresh Expressions in the Diocese of Lichfield.

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