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Bishop of Lichfield responds to General Synod vote

A statement from Bishop Michael following General Synod's vote to issue prayers to enable same-sex couples to come to church after a civil marriage or civil partnership to give thanks, dedicate their relationship and receive God’s blessing.


Innovation Funding supports church that has doubled in seven years

A Wolverhampton church that draws together multiple communities will develop its journey of discipleship and mission and be able to foster its intercultural activities.


LLF - a message from bishops in the Diocese of Lichfield

A letter to clergy and lay ministers in our diocese following this morning's College of Bishops' response to Living in Love & Faith.


Bishop Clive to retire

The Bishop of Wolverhampton, the Rt Revd Clive Gregory, has announced that he is to step down.


A Christmas welcome

The Bishop of Lichfield, in his Christmas message, implores people of faith and goodwill to give a warm welcome to all who need it.


Funding boost for St Mark's

The Stoke-on-Trent church - dubbed 'The Potter's Cathedral' - has received a grant for urgent stonework repairs.


New Bishop of Ebbsfleet announcement welcomed

The Revd Dr Rob Munro will be invited to become as assistant bishop in Lichfield Diocese.


Be curious, be present, reimagine

The Difference course, designed and produced by Archbishop Justin Welby’s reconciliation team, is made up of five sessions exploring the power of faith to transform our relationships and heal division.


A ton of goodness at Shropshire Churches Conference

Over 100 people gathered at Telford Minster for the first post-covid Shropshire Churches Conference.


New Chancellor installed

Dr Anthony Verduyn is the new Chancellor of the Diocese of Lichfield.


Dean of Lichfield to retire

The Very Revd Adrian Dorber will step down from Lichfield Cathedral on 31 March.


New Bishop of Oswestry announced

The Revd Paul Thomas will minister across the West Midlands and south west of England to Traditional Catholic parishes.


Inaction is not an option

The Rt Hon Lord Paul Boateng urged Christians to fight racial justice as part of the “imperative to act” as followers of Jesus Christ.


Warm welcome at Lichfield fire station

A fire station and a parish church in Lichfield have combined to create a warm space for local people as winter approaches.


Celebration for churchyard excellence

Fifty churchyard volunteers gathered in Doxey for this year’s Churchyard Award Scheme’s celebration event. There were representatives from many of the 44 churches who participated in the scheme this year, as well as a team of 13 volunteer judges.


Committing afresh to unity

Bishops from the diocese join with other church leaders at a special summit.


Past Cases Review 2 published

The diocese has taken part in the most extensive review of safeguarding records ever by the Church of England.


Lord Boateng to speak at racial justice event

Lichfield Cathedral will host the landmark event to which all are welcome on 18 November.


Treena to be new Bishop's Chaplain

The Bishop of Lichfield has appointed the Revd Treena Larkin as his new chaplain.


Crowds attend new King proclamation

People streamed to Lichfield Cathedral to hear the proclamation of King Charles III


Bishop of Lichfield pays tribute to Her Late Majesty The Queen

Bishop Michael gives thanks for Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II


New Readers licensed

Ten people from churches across the diocese were commissioned for lay ministry at a special service at Lichfield Cathedral.


Church's stained glass future secured

A National Lottery Heritage Fund grant has been awarded to St Mary's in Shrewsbury.


Diocesan Chancellor to step down

Bishop Michael pays tribute to the Honourable Mr Justice Eyre who is resigning after more than ten years as Diocesan Chancellor.


Reflections on the Lambeth Conference

A letter from the bishops of Lichfield, Shrewsbury and Stafford


Churches celebrate Platinum Jubilee with special grants

A royal Bake Off in the Black Country was among the community events hosted by churches.


Pelsall publication picks up national award

St Michael's church magazine team have been recognized for their excellent work.


Clare joins Vocations & Training Team

Clare Whitney is our new Lay Ministerial and Learning Development Officer.


Statement on Telford Inquiry report

A response to the public inquiry report into child sex abuse in Telford.


Bishop of Oswestry proposals approved

Diocesan synod members have voted in favour of plans to revive the suffragan See of Oswestry.

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