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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

Bishop Michael to retire in September 2026

3rd March 2026

“I know that I have been blessed over the last ten years to work in one of the friendliest, most down to earth and least pretentious parts of the Church of England; thank you from my heart.”

Medals, Communities and Conflict

2nd March 2026

A special choral evensong at Lichfield Cathedral today celebrated two groups of people on the eve of St Chad's Day: 11 St Chad 's Medals were presented to honour laypeople who've made valuable contributions to the life of the diocese; and members of the Community of St Chad renewed their commitment for the coming year.

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.

The Bulletin

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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Wellbeing 

A range of resources and support for ministers and diocesan staff.

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Events

Monday 16th March
10:00am - 3:30pm -
Hung on the Tree: Holy Week and CMS Retreat
Wednesday 18th March
3:30pm - 5:00pm -
Introduction to Understanding Christianity
5:00pm - 6:00pm -
Bite-size Training - Dementia Awareness - Key Messages

Vacancies

St James Newchapel and St Thomas Mow Cop - Priest in Charge (Vicar Designate):

Is the Holy Spirit calling you to joyfully lead our church communities into their new partnership together?

Encounter Project Transition and Social Media Enabler

All Saints, Hanley Closing date: 10th April 2026

Chad Blog

Gratitude, Opportunity and Hope

13th March 2026

What is it to be rich and what is it to be generous? In this month's Chad Blog, Sam Rushton, Diocesan Secretary of Lichfield Diocese and former banker muses on the value of cabbages.

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