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Remembering Nelson Mandela

People across the diocese are giving thanks for the life of Nelson Mandela, whose life has transformed the nation of South Africa, and influenced generations all around the world.


Wolves Faith Leaders Encourage Prime Minister

Nine Leaders representing Christians, Buddists, Hindus, Jews Muslims and Sikhs have together sent a letter to David Cameron supporting the government's decision to host a 'Hunger Summit' and place hunger on the G8 agenda this weekend.


Clergy in Good Standing to be honoured

...with seats at Lichfield Cathedral The Bishop of Lichfield and Chapter of its Cathedral have announced seven new recipients of the title Prebendary.


Bishops react to Francis Report

The Bishop of Lichfield, the Rt Revd Jonathan Gledhill and the Bishop of Stafford have been reflecting on the Francis Report into Mid Staffordshire NHS Foundation Trust.


#ChristmasStarts...as a refugee

Good food and a story are key parts of Christmas celebrations, but a series of meetings in leafy Staffordshire are hearing some with less happy endings.


Bishop’s delight at RESTART of ex-offender service

The Bishop of Lichfield has expressed his delight at news of today's re-launch of the RESTART service aimed at helping ex-offenders break free from criminal activity. The service is run by Stoke-on-Trent charity Saltbox.


Second Prayer Day for Diocese

Ash Wednesday is latest to centre on growth theme


Diocesan Synod to hold open Women Bishops meeting

Church members from across the Diocese of Lichfield are being invited to take part in a special meeting of the Diocesan Synod next month to discuss the way forward on the Church of England's women bishops legislation.


Lichfield Diocese's reps reflect on General Synod

The Church of England's General Synod met in York over the weekend, running through to Tuesday with full representation from this diocese.


Christmas starts with Christ

We all know it's Christmas, but what does that mean?


Christmas starts with Christ

Looking for the ideal Christmas gift?


#ChristmasStarts...with a picture

Perhaps you were never Mary in your school nativity, and are still looking for your big moment?


Farewell to Board

Three are praised for their work on Education Board


Video Challenge set for young Christians

People aged 15-30 are being invited to express their faith through video in the 30-60-30 Challenge.


St Chads Volunteer Programme celebrates a milestone

10 December 2014 was a very special day for the St Chads Volunteer Programme.


Good News for shoppers

A Christian Bag for Life is a simple idea that comes from Steve Ryder.

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