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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

Neighbours in mission draw community

1st December 2025

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.

Selwyn Lecture 2025: A broad sweep and a deep dive

19th November 2025

‘Where is truth, trust and transparency today?’

Melanesian Bishops Visit Lichfield Diocese

19th November 2025

Bishop Stephen Koete, Bishop of Central Solomons, and Bishop Othnielson Gamutu, Assistant Bp of Central Melanesia, explore links.

Events

Monday 1st December
12:00am -
Shallowford House: Hope
Wednesday 3rd December
10:00am - 3:00pm -
Space Makers Training (Option 1 of 3)
6:00pm - 9:00pm -
Bishop's Council

Vacancies

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Chad Blog

Light and Truth

12th November 2025

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.

Key Links

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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