Bishops get a grilling in Cheadle
Bishop Mark, Bishop Sam and Bishop Julie were welcomed in schools and churches to their Deanery Visit to Cheadle. They also visited Cheadle Mosque, St Anne's Hospice and The Governor's House pub.
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Biking Bishop's Easter Road Plan
The Bishop of Chester, Mark Tanner will swap his robes and mitre for a crash helmet and motorbiking leathers when he takes to the roads on a 1200cc BMW to journey through Holy Week and celebrate the Easter weekend.
Let's talk about New Worshipping Communities!
We are holding three events for people who are excited about New Worshipping Communities across Chester Diocese and we are inviting anyone who is interested, has an idea, or is giving it a go already to come together, either in person or online, to be inspired, and explore how God is working in our different contexts.
Could you be a Parish Eco Representative?
Jill Elston, the Diocesan Environment Adviser, is encouraging parishes to appoint a Parish Eco Representative to support churches with their Creation Care initiatives.
An Inspirational Weekend
Over the weekend of 1-2 March, the Diocesan Ministry Team held two large events for ordained and licensed ministers, with excellent feedback for both days. A report from Simon Chesters, Director for Ministry.
Your Data Counts!
In the next few weeks, our Strategy Team will be getting in touch with other diocesan and parish office holders to broaden our understanding about them.
God bless the NHS!
A personal update from Archdeacon Jane Proudfoot
HAVE YOUR SAY!
The Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme is vital to the funding of works on so many of our church buildings, impacting on our mission and built heritage. Please take part in this survey to lobby parliament for continued assistance.
Fr Mark Turner
Details of the Funeral of Fr Mark Turner, Friday 21 March at St Paul's, Hooton.
Celebrating Different Minds
Songs of Praise visits Chester Diocese to celebrate Neurodiversity Month and an invitation to a special service on Sunday 16 March
DAVID OKETE VUVUIRI VUNAGI
Bishop Mark and Bishop Sam pay tribute to the former Archbishop of Melanesia.
Support for Heritage Open Days
Meet with organisers from other churches, to discuss ideas and get advice from Sarah Holloway from Heritage Open Days at the National Trust.
Teddy and Dolly: A Journey Through the Bible for Children
Revd Liz England, a passionate author and illustrator, has been captivating young audiences with her delightful series of children's books featuring two lovable characters, Teddy and Dolly.
Calling All Church Wardens - Visitation Service Dates 2025
Please check your legal obligations and make a date to attend
Energy Footprint Tool
Work out your church’s carbon footprint to help care for God’s creation
Racial Justice Sunday report
People from five continents gathered at St John's Hartford for a celebration lunch and service
Women Clergy Day Report
Five Female Clergy Network groups are launching across the diocese on a trial basis to provide an additional place of support to our existing structures of Chapter and Deanery.
Honorary Assistant Bishop Announced
The Right Reverend Mark David Ashcroft has been appointed as Honorary Assistant Bishop in the Diocese of Chester.
First annual report on independent safeguarding audits
The INEQE Safeguarding Group has today published its first annual report into the independent audit work looking at safeguarding arrangements within Church of England dioceses and cathedrals.
More than Neighbours - Dr Casey Strine
Invitation to all clergy to spend a day with Dr Casey Strine exploring issues of migration and people movement.
New Spiritual Companions
Six new people began their ministry of offering spiritual accompaniment in a service of celebration at Foxhill
Strategy team created with new funding from National Church
Capacity Funding from the national church will create two 3-year posts to support strategic planning.
Faith in the North - New resources
As part of the Faith in the North movement, new resources for schools for ‘The Lord’s Prayer Journey’, are now available to download.
Video training - Book now!
Making church videos using mobile phones
Vicar of Dibley Stamps Competition Winners
Ten winners announced
Working with Farsi Speakers
An opportunity to share experiences of ministry with Farsi speakers
VAT relief on Listed Buildings of Worship
The Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme will continue for one year from March 2025 with a cap of £25k per place of worship.
Lighthouse Church wins top award
The new Eco-friendly Merseyside Lighthouse church in Heswall has won a top church architecture award.
Racial Justice Sunday 9th February 2025
Celebration at St John's Church, Hartford
Lord's Prayer Journey
Join Archbishop Stephen for the launch of "The Lord’s Prayer Journey", the first in a series of resource boxsets created by Faith in the North to support schools across the Northern Province.
