Celebrating Shared Traditions at Limmud Conference
The Bishop of Lichfield, the Right Revd Dr Michael Ipgrave, joined almost 3,000 people for the annual Jewish Limmud Conference in Birmingham.
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Bishop's Blog - January 2017
Following a year that seemed to despise facts and experts, Bishop Clive considers what is truth and whether Jesus' choice to reveal the truth about God and his Kingdom through personal testimony and story-telling is a better route to finding truth.
Walking Together for Justice and Peace
The Bishop of Lichfield joined people from other faiths in a pilgrimage exploring justice and peace in Cyprus.
Chell Comes Together for Families in Need at Christmas
More than 20 families in need in Stoke-on-Trent won't go hungry this Christmas after local Christians, Tesco and other community groups joined forces.
Bishop Michael Welcomes Appointment
The Bishop of Lichfield has welcomed the appointment of the Revd Prebendary Dr Woyin Karowei Dorgu as his successor as Area Bishop of Woolwich in the Diocese of Southwark.
Christmas Comes Early for Hanley Church
A Stoke-on-Trent church has been given an early Christmas present - a £20,000 grant to carry out urgent repairs and replacement works.
Nature Friendly Churches on the Increase
Churchyards in parishes across Lichfield Diocese have been recognised for the vital role they play in supporting the environment to flourish.
Bishop's Blog - December 2016
Rousing responses to good news is music to the Bishop of Lichfield's ears.
A Christmas Near You launches
Details of over 1,200 Christmas services at churches in Staffordshire, north Shropshire and the Black Country are just a click away at the new www.AChristmasNewYou.org website launched today, 1 December.
Building Bridges in Post-Brexit World
Building bridges between churches in the Midlands and the rest of Europe is more important than ever in the wake of the Brexit vote, says the new Bishop of Lichfield.
Be Mine, Valentine
In the Bishop's Pastoral letter for February, Bishop Mark toasts the birds and the martyr.
Bishop Michael meets Telford Street Pastors
The Bishop of Lichfield met volunteers who offer late-night support to people on the streets of Telford on a visit to the town.
TGI Monday Wins National Award
An innovative weekly online chat show from the Diocese of Lichfield has won a national digital award.
Bishops join Synagogue Celebrations
Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent's only synagogue was joined for its tenth anniversary celebrations by the Bishops of Lichfield and Stafford.
Much-loved Priest dies aged 101
Tributes have been paid to one of the Diocese of Lichfield's oldest priests following his death aged 101.
Bishop Clive and Adrian Chiles open YMCA
Celebrity TV presenter Adrian Chiles and the Bishop of Wolverhampton, the Right Revd Clive Gregory, joined forces to officially open the new YMCA Black Country Group Western Gateway building in Carters Green, West Bromwich.
Wolverhampton Pioneer Ministries Wins National Award
A ground-breaking church initiative in Wolverhampton city centre has won a national award for its work with young adults.
Enabling Church to Serve Beyond Limits
The Bishop of Lichfield and Shropshire curate Revd Zoe Heming shared the platform at a national event to help create churches where disabled people belong.
Tributes to first Archdeacon of Walsall
Former Archdeacon of Walsall Tony Sadler has died, leading to warm tributes.
Grassroots Voices, City Shapers coordinator appointed
A coordinator has been appointed to an exciting new project that will give Wolverhampton people a direct voice in shaping the future of services within their city.
Making way for woodland worship
A Staffordshire church has beaten a new path for local people to enjoy.
Praying for Unity in Inter Faith Week
People from all faith groups and none are being invited to a show of unity at Stoke-on-Trent College on Tuesday, 15 November.
Remembering what exactly?
Remembrancetide - misplaced pride, glorifying war and jingoism? Revd Vic Van den Bergh argues for respect, remembrance and resolve.
Bishop joins church leaders on pilgrimage
Bishop Michael joined two new Church Rectors on an urban pilgrimage through Stoke-on-Trent.
Church stands with Mosque after Tipton bomb
The Bishop of Wolverhampton, Rt Revd Clive Gregory was among faith and community leaders who issued a joint statement on Saturday.
Bishop opposes report on Stafford Hospital
"There are inaccuracies in the Report that has been put forward to the regulator of the Mid Staffs NHS Foundation Trust which reflect a lack of understanding about Stafford and the difficulties many face in accessing other hospitals in the region" he says
Poverty Pilgrims Pass Portals
Last week a band of pilgrims traveled from General Synod to London to highlight the plight of those living in poverty, stopping in Stafford on the way.
Saint brought to book as community celebrates
The Community of St Chad met at the beginning of the month to celebrate its first anniversary as the first full biography of St Chad was launched
Shrewsbury Church shortlisted for EH award
St Alkmunds Church is one of four remaining churches in 'Best Rescue or Repair of a Place of Worship' category
Minster Hits Right Note
Church Council gives bursary to provide for scholarship