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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

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

18th June 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.

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

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

Tuesday 23rd June
12:00am -
Walsall Assessors
10:30am - 12:30pm -
Taking Action on Eco Church
6:45pm - 9:00pm -
Archdeacon's Visitation

Vacancies

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

Mid Trent Benefice - Priest in Charge (Rector Designate)

We are an established benefice in the rural beauty of mid-Staffordshire, looking for a priest who will journey with us, lead with vision, compassion and a pastoral heart, and value the gifts of both clergy and laity as we continue to grow in faithfulness and mission. Closing Date: 29 July 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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