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

A village remembers the day the dump went up

28th November 2024

Staffordshire communities were at the heart of the largest explosion in the UK. And a link via a vicar's trainset.

Teacher’s mission in Stoke via China and Sri Lanka

26th November 2024

Alex Wolvers, who currently works within the Education Team at Lichfield Diocese, will lead the work of ‘Encounter,’ the first of two key appointments planned in the seven-year programme to revitalise the Christian presence in Stoke on Trent funded by up to £5.9m by the Church of England.

Safeguarding every Sunday

14th November 2024

The resignation of Archbishop Justin this week is a stark reminder of just how important our safeguarding practice and policy is in all our churches. The Lessons Learnt Review into the horrific abuse by the late John Smyth is a reminder of the lifelong effects on victims and survivors, and we pray for them.

Events

Tuesday 10th December
3:30pm - 5:00pm -
Wednesday 11th December
10:00am - 3:30pm -
Tuesday 17th December
3:30pm - 5:00pm -

Chad Blog

Love is enough

2nd December 2024

Young carers, a politician and a little fund-raising put a song in Bishop Sarah's heart at the start of Advent.

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

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