Alistair to be Acting Archdeacon
Interim arrangements for the Archdeaconry of Stoke-upon-Trent are announced
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The long and winding road
Bishop Clive peaks in his Pastoral Letter for November 2020?
A glorious noise and all that’s jazz…
Bishop-designate Matthew’s improvises in his Pastoral Letter for October 2020
Exploring Outdoor Worship - Forest Church Taster events
A lot of people are thinking about doing outdoor worship not just in response to Covid-19. For many there is also an increasing desire to connect with God in nature, both as an expression of their spirituality but also with an environmental focus.
Appointments and Departures
12th October 2020
Churches receive lifeline grants
Shrewsbury Abbey and St Mary's in Stafford are awarded part of the £1.57bn Culture Recovery Fund.
The Hands of God?
Developing our Dementia-Friendly Churches Network
Survivors must be heard
The Bishop of Lichfield responds to the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse investigation report.
Stoke-on-Trent supermarket vicar Bill online
A Stoke supermarket worker who helped keep food on our plates will participate in the Church of England’s national online service.
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Matthew to be new Bishop of Stafford
Downing Street confirms Matthew Parker, current Archdeacon of Stoke-upon-Trent, will become bishop.
#NewRevs 2020
15 new deacons will be ordained at Lichfield Cathedral this weekend.
Shropshire vicar leads national online service
‘Everyone is made in the image of God’ - Christians with disabilities lead powerful national online service
Supporting people hit in the pocket by Covid-19
Transforming Communities Together's financial resilience team has grown to help those who need support.
Appointments and Departures
11th September 2020
Students welcomed back to our universities
University Chaplains across the diocese look forward to welcoming students at the start of the strangest term ever - and advise on ways to thrive.
Chad walk crosses boundaries
The Bishop of Lichfield visited 27 churches named after St Chad as he walked across the diocese.
Faith resources as dementia advances
An occupational therapist recently asked me a really good question that got me thinking
Shrewsbury vicar nominated for global motoring award
A lockdown project bringing together classic car enthusiasts has been shortlisted alongside motoring legends Le Mans and Goodwood racetracks.
Appointments and Departures 20th August 2020
Appointments and Departures 20th August 2020
The Promptings of God in Residential Care Home Worship
No service plan should be expected to survive contact with the congregation...
Residential care visiting: Latest MHA good practice to share
Residential care homes involve a community of residents and relatives, and staff – and Care home communities have been particularly impacted by Covid-19 restrictions.
Walking with St Chad
The Bishop of Lichfield is on a trek to all churches in the diocese named after his ancient predecessor.
Churches set to help thousands in financial difficulty
A major expansion of a training will help churches support those hit hard financially by Covid-19.
St Chads Retreat Centres re-open
Shallowford House and Dovedale House are both taking bookings now.
Farm Worker Welfare App picks the good fight
Churches looking out for seasonal workers and criminal exploitation
Burntwood Be A Friend brings hope beyond lockdown
A church-based community project which has helped thousands of people is set to continue into the future.
Appointments and Departures 13th July 2020
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Stoke-on-Trent school wins mental health award
St Paul's CofE Primary School is recognised by the Carnegie Centre Of Excellence For Mental Health In Schools.
Treasured Possession
Bishop Clive's pastoral letter for August 2020
I was glad…
Bishop Michael’s pastoral letter for July 2020
