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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

Biggest footprint in Chad Foundations

9th June 2026

There was a sense of joy and celebration at Shallowford House on Saturday as the biggest group yet were presented with certificates on completing the Chad Foundations course

Walsall Church's grant for enriching science and faith

26th May 2026

St Matthew's Church Walsall has received a Scientists in Congregations grant of £9850 for 'Embodied Faith: How Does God Meet Us in Body?' The project explores how Christian worship and prayer are experienced through the body.

Six plus one of the best

22nd May 2026

After nomination by Bishop Michael and agreement from Chapter, new prebendaries and a lay canon were installed in Lichfield Cathedral last week

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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Events

Friday 12th June
CANCELLED Study Day for (Proposed) Feast of God the Creator
Monday 15th June
9:30am - 3:00pm -
Children, Family and Youth Ministry Network
6:30pm - 9:00pm -
Archdeacon's Visitation

Vacancies

Facilities Manager (Part-time)

Holy Trinity, West Bromwich Closing date: 24th July Holy Trinity Church, West Bromwich, is seeking to appoint a Facilities Manager who will be responsible for the safety, maintenance, minor developments and upkeep of the church buildings and grounds.

Anslow, Rolleston and Tutbury - Rector

We believe God is calling us to grow as a benefice that is outward-looking, supportive of each other, and rooted in our local communities. Closing Date: 25 June 2026

Chad Blog

Opportunity

10th June 2026

David Wright, chair of the Lichfield Diocesan Board of Finance continues our series exploring attitudes to and uses for money in our series Gratitude, Hope and Opportunity

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