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

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

Vocations Officer appointed – for lay and ordained callings

17th May 2026

The Revd Jules Walker, Team Vicar in the Uttoxeter Team Ministry, has been appointed as Vocations Officer. This reconfigured post embraces the work of a Director of Ordinands but also leads the work of encouraging vocations across the diocese, from all traditions and from among the great diversity of people living and worshipping in the diocese, to lay and ordained ministry and to the call of every person to service of God and others in the church.

Cannock Chase Landscape Partnership funds benches and more

11th May 2026

St John the Baptist, Tixall, is one of the churches in the Cannock Chase area which has benefitted

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

Thursday 4th June
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Vacancies

Cannock and Huntington; Hatherton - Vicar

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with vision and drive to serve our churches on the edge of the beautiful Staffordshire countryside. Closing Date: 25 June 2026

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.

Chad Blog

Your Church needs you now – every voice matters

21st May 2026

The General Synod, the national parliament of the Church of England is up for new elections this summer. Outgoing veteran, Tug Wilson highlights the campaign for younger voices to be included in the next synod
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