More blossom in Shropshire
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.
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Marking Shropshire Day on foot and in prayer and worship
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
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.
Draw Near in Lent
Helen Emery, the diocese’s Whole Life Discipleship Officer is excited about ways of adding meaning to Lent this year.
With Eyes and Ears Open
"When we make space, we become more attentive. And it is often through attentiveness that the Holy Spirit speaks." Bishop Sarah's contemplation for the start of February
Holocaust Memorial Day commemorations in Shropshire and London
Shropshire Council commemorated HMD 2026 at Whitchurch CE Federation's junior school while Bishop Sarah attended the national commemoration in Westminster having preached on Holocaust and other genocides at the weekend.
Director of Ordinands receives her own new call
The Revd Preb Romita Shrisunder, Bishop’s Director of Ordinands, has been appointed Canon for Community Outreach and Social Justice at Derby Cathedral.
Gratitude
New Year is a good time to be looking back and forward. Archdeacon Liz Jackson echoes the prayer 'For all that has been, thank you. For all that is to come, yes!' in the context of money and the mission of our parishes.
Change, resolutions and church
Bishop Michael took up an invitation to write a New Year Message for local media, reproduced here.
Goodwill is for life, not just for Christmas
The Rt Revd Michael Ipgrave, Bishop of Lichfield
Christmas Surprises
Terror and Joy are on the Christmas watchlist of Rt Revd Matthew Parker, Bishop of Stafford
The Best Christmas Gift Isn’t Wrapped – It’s Waiting in Your Community
A Christmas Message from The Rt Revd Tim Wambunya, Bishop of Wolverhampton
Student church turns sixty
There have been celebrations this month as Keele University Chapel reaches 60
Dementia-Friendly Signage & Noticeboards
What makes for a dementia-friendly physical environment, in our churches and beyond?
Wednesbury church’s grit and heavenward gaze bring new life
Wednesbury's iconic church has seen new life grow through the congregations faithful determination and the help of Canon Missioner, Revd Preb Ben Whitmore, Interim Minister.
Holy Interuption
Craig Newton, new director of Shallowford House, our diocesan retreat centre, mulls the season of mistletoe and wine.
Neighbours in mission draw community
Two parishes in Newcastle-under-Lyme have been celebrating this autumn as they complete contrasting projects that both aim to strengthen faith and engage with their communities.
Archbishop Longley's Homily: Lichfield Cathedral
On the third anniversary, 7th November, of the reinstatement of the Shrine of St Chad in Lichfield Cathedral, Archbishop Bernard Longley, Roman Catholic Archbishop of Birmingham, gave this warm and fraternal homily in Lichfield Cathedral.
Melanesian Bishops Visit Lichfield Diocese
Bishop Stephen Koete, Bishop of Central Solomons, and Bishop Othnielson Gamutu, Assistant Bp of Central Melanesia, explore links.
Selwyn Lecture 2025: A broad sweep and a deep dive
‘Where is truth, trust and transparency today?’
Light and Truth
Advent is nearly upon us! And much as she hates it, Bishop Jan, Lichfield Cathedral supremo, is counting down the days til she opens her Advent calendar.
Welcome to the Table
Gathering round three tables at Lichfield Cathedral
Remembrance 2025
This year’s season of Remembrance takes place against a backdrop of unfamiliar forces at work in our communities and world. This reflection, commended by the bishops, is offered to aid thinking prayer at this time.
Three and One
Bishop Michael's Presidential Address to the November meeting of Diocesan Synod
Selwyn Lecture 2025
This year's Selwyn Lecture, 'Where is Truth, Trust and Transparency Today?' will take place on 6 November in Lichfield Cathedral.
Bishop of Lichfield responds to HM the King's Vatican visit
The Rt Revd Michael Ipgrave, Bishop of Lichfield has responded to the historic visit of HM King Charles III and HM Queen Camilla to The Vatican at which the King and Pope Leo XIII prayed together,
Gratitude, Opportunity and Hope
If money talks, let’s listen together to what it’s saying to Lichfield Diocese
Supporting parishes through vacancy
Lichfield Diocese is helping churchwardens, PCCs and congregations alike through the sometimes daunting time of vacancy, helping more of them to discover that it can also be a time of growth, opportunity and renewed confidence. Vacancy is a season in the life of every parish and Lichfield Diocese is working to make every season better.
Churchyard Awards celebrate together
Judges and the judged met last Saturday to celebrate the Churchyard Awards' 2025 crop of care for community and creation.
Revd Joe /Can/ write a musical!
The life of St Paul and themes of redemption are the focus of a prison-inspired musical by Uttoxeter vicar, Revd Joe Cant that receives its world premier in the Staffordshire Moorlands this weekend.
