Appointments and Departures
18th June 2021
News
Making nature count in churchyards
Children got stuck into nature in a week of activities at a Pelsall church.
New Pioneer Minister for Stoke-on-Trent
Catherine Matlock to take on new role in Hanley and across the city.
Pat to be new DAC Chair
The Bishop of Lichfield has appointed the Revd Preb Pat Hawkins to key church buildings role.
Remembering Srebrenica
Churches are invited stand against hatred on Srebrenica Memorial Sunday 11 July
Struggling to be holy
Bishop Sarah's thoughts for June's Chad Blog
Synods and saints – could it be you?
The parliament and councils of the Church of England are up for election this year - Julie Jones explains:
From Lament To Action
The Bishop of Lichfield says the Church needs to respond courageously to the report of the Archbishops' Anti-Racism Task Force.
Greater convenience comes to Llanyblodwel
A £5,000 National Churches Trust Grant will help St Michael’s Church in Llanyblodwel pay for the modern toilets allowing to better serve the local community.
Bishop of Stafford consecrated
Matthew Parker is consecrated as the 12th Bishop of Stafford
Appointments and Departures 19 April 2021
16th April 2021
Bishops pay tribute to HRH Prince Philip
The bishops of our diocese express sorrow at the death of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh.
Church and community servants honoured on Maundy Thursday
Six people from across the diocese were recogised with 'Maundy money' from the Queen.
Bishop Michael's Easter Message 2021
The Bishop of Lichfield looks back on a candle mishap and forward in hope.
What motivates action on dementia?
At a recent dementia-friendly churches local network meeting, we shared personal experiences of dementia. What had been the impact for us? What had motivated us to continue to take action on dementia now?
Wistfully longing for the old certainties of lockdown?
As we emerge blinking into the light of a post-Covid world, we need to be kind and generous to one another as we adjust to an uncertain future.
Mary takes on advocacy role
Mary Thomas is the Bishop of Lichfield's new Adviser for Women in Ministry.
Farewell to former Archdeacon Dennis
Dennis Ede's funeral took place yesterday.
Warm Welcome High Sheriff's Award
Warm Welcome dementia is a group run by the churches in Newport for anyone living with dementia and memory problems. The group has been awarded a High Sheriff of Shropshire Award, given to groups or individuals who have contributed to their local community.
Appointments and Departures
3rd March 2021
Give thanks for your vaccination!
The diocese has partnered with Christian Aid to help people pass on the blessing of Covid jabs.
Travelling together, metaphor, and devotion
Pilgrimage is at its deepest a form of devotion. This holds true whether we are able to go on the traditional long walks together to do it, or not. ‘Pilgrimage of the mind’ is an equally ancient practice.
Different life, different church, different worship
Zoe Corney finds some have welcomed the changes to church life brought about by the pandemic.
Heart of Tamworth Memory Café
Dementia-friendly Churches Enabler, Sarah Thorpe brings news from the eastern tip of the diocese
Bishop backs Covid vaccination campaign
The Bishop of Lichfield and other senior church leaders are targeting Covid vaccination misinformation
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RIP The Venerable Dennis Ede
The Diocese is sad to announce the death on the of the former Archdeacon of Stoke Dennis Ede on January 23rd 2021 aged 89 years.
Finding a home in Stoke-on-Trent
Find out why a couple from Barlaston Church became foster carers - and how you can get involved.
Church community hub opens for vaccinations
Over 500 people were welcomed into community base at a Stoke-on-Trent church on its first day as a vaccination centre.
Review wants to hear from survivors
Listening to survivors of abuse is key to independent safeguarding review.
Bishop of Stafford update
Matthew Parker will be licensed as Episcopal Vicar for the Stafford Area on 28 January.
