Bishop welcomes church buildings re-opening for individual prayer
The Bishop of Lichfield responds to the Government's announcement that churches may re-open for private prayer next week.
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'God is inspiring us to do things differently'
Shrewsbury priest Yejide Peters speaks of her heartbreak and hope at the unrest in her US homeland.
Shifnal Helps
Over 1,000 calls have been answered by a church-based emergency phone line.
Stay alert to God – love your neighbour – change the world
Without a bishop in Stafford, this month's Pastoral Letter comes from the Archdeacon of Stoke-upon-Trent
Care Homes, Churches and Coronavirus
There are care homes across the diocese and some of these have been particularly hard hit by the Coronavirus...
Coronavirus and dementia
Challenge and change, conversations and connections
Churches' foodbank lifeline
Over 1,000 people were fed in March and April thanks to Newcastle-Staffs Foodbank.
Ministers can re-enter church buildings
The Bishop of Lichfield has written to all clergy and ministers with new guidance on them returning to church buildings.
Key worker Robert shares faith in national service
Bus driver Robert Vassell, who goes to church in Wolverhampton, is offering reassurance to passengers.
Helpline bringing villages together
A parish church office has become the hub of community coordination thanks to a new helpline.
Alternative (doorstep) Realities
Glimpses of a parallel world
Inspirational Stewart dies
The Revd Stewart Tyler - who ministered to many despite Motor Neurone Disease - has died aged 76.
Royal garden appointment for Wendy
A Shropshire woman and five others have been recognised for their community efforts by The Queen.
Appointments and Departures 15th April 2020
Appointments and Departures
Bishop Michael's Easter Message 2020
The Bishop of Lichfield reflects on the new challenges and opportunities of Easter this year.
When two or three can’t gather in His name
This time of lockdown has the feeling of a Narnian season: it is always spring, but never Easter.
Virtual Prayer Wall and 'Light a candle' at Lichfield Cathedral
Offering creative new ways for people to express their faith.
Bishop urges churches to rise to Coronavirus challenge
Churches have a key role to play in communities across the region, says the Bishop of Lichfield.
New post to help churches fight modern slavery
Debbie Huxton will work with churches across the diocese in an exciting new partnership.
Tributes to Bishop David
The former Bishop of Gloucester David Bentley has died, after many years of service in Lichfield.
Cathedral appoints new Canon Chancellor
The Revd Dr Gregory Platten is Lichfield Cathedral's new Canon Chancellor.
They Stayed Together
A remarkable display of ecumenical unity gives a germ of hope grounded in reality
Appointments and Departures 6th March 2020
Appointments and Departures
Many waters cannot quench love
The Bishop of Shrewsbury, the Rt Revd Sarah Bullock, reflects on the recent floods in Shropshire.
Unsung heroes celebrated at cathedral
Volunteers from local churches receive St Chad's Medals from the Bishop of Lichfield.
Royal honour for Shropshire priest
A vicar from Shropshire has been appointed as Chaplain to the Queen.
Do the little things
March begins with two significant Saints' Days, people renowned for humility and kindness
Tributes paid to Sue
Sue Egerton, diocesan Mothers' Union President, has died after battling a long illness. Her funeral is on 3 March.
Appointments and Departures 19th February 2020
Appointments and Departures
Bishop's Lent Appeal to support vulnerable families
Acorns Children's Hospice in Walsall and South African clergy familes will benefit from this year's appeal.