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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

Stones inspired

6th July 2026

A stone from one of Lichfield Cathedral's spires was dedicated in an Essex chapel this weekend.

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.

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.

Social Media

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Events

Tuesday 14th July
6:30pm - 9:00pm -
Vacancy In See: Walsall A/D In-Person Consultation
Wednesday 15th July
2:00pm - 5:00pm -
Diocesan Advisory Committee (DAC)
7:00pm - 9:00pm -
Discipleship Enablers

Vacancies

Site Services and Property Manager

Wolverhampton City Parish is looking to appoint someone for 15hrs/week. Closing date 23 July

Parish Administrator / Rector's PA

Wolverhampton City Parish is looking to appoint someone for 20hrs/week. Closing date 23 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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