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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

Bishop Michael's final Presidential Address

1st July 2026

Bishop Michael gave a Presidential Address to Diocesan Synod on 30 June 2026.

Former archdeacon of Salop and Lichfield has died

23rd June 2026

The Ven George Frost, who served a long and faithful ministry in this diocese died peacefully on Tuesday 16 June.

Bishops’ apology for historical adoption practices

1st July 2026

The bishops of Lichfield Diocese have responded to the announcement made by the Church of England today apologising for instances of hurt and trauma caused in care homes in which it was historically involved. *UPDATE 02/07: The Prime Minister has today issued an apology for historic adoption practices. See main text*

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

Monday 6th July
10:30am - 2:00pm -
Pioneering Network
Tuesday 7th July
10:00am - 1:00pm -
Salop Assessors
6:30pm - 9:00pm -
Archdeacon's Visitation

Vacancies

Holy Evangelists, Hanley - Team Rector

In the heart of Stoke-on-Trent, a diverse urban parish is seeking a priest of faith, warmth and imagination. Closing Date: 29 July 2026.

Diocesan Advisory Committee - Lay Member Vacancies

The Lichfield DAC is seeking two lay members from Diocesan Synod who see church buildings not as a problem to be managed but as a resource to be used. Closing date: 20 July

Chad Blog

Manchester - Atlanta - Heaven...

1st July 2026

Bishop Sarah has paused from watching the football long enough to hydrate her soul with some tactics on who to cheer for - in a Chad Blog for the start of July.

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