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Appointments and Departures
12th April 2023
Farewell, Bishop Clive
The Diocese says Goodbye to Bishop Clive, Bishop of Wolverhampton, this week. After 17 years he retires as the most long-serving bishop in that See, and the most experienced member of the Lichfield Bishop's staff team.
Say what?
A bit of Bananarama theology to start a Monday morning...
The greatest authority through the humblest of service
On Easter morning, Bishop Michael considers resurrection and coronation - and how they manifest symbols of power and authority.
Dust and Glory
Easter Day, a time for celebration - Easter eggs and bunnies? "Yes to all of that!" says Bishop Sarah - read why!
Readers gather to celebrate service
The former Archbishop of Wales spoke to over 100 Readers from across Lichfield Diocese.
New chaplaincy resource
Bishop Michael reflects on the General Synod vote on blessings for those in same-sex relationships and launches a new chaplaincy team to offer support in this area.
Zoe at historic gathering with The King
The Revd Zoe Heming represented General Synod at Buckingham Palace.
TCT's work returns to the missional heart of the diocese
Integration of Transforming Communities Together with the diocese will ensure stability and sustainability.
Six awarded St Chad's Medals
The contributions of lay people to the life of churches across the dioceses was celebrated on St Chad's Day.
Prized Nature
Churchyards are very important places for those whose loved ones are buried there, but a survey of visitors to some churchyards in Sussex found that they are often visited by people who value their peace and beauty. The Churchyard Award Scheme has been running for over 30 years. It’s run by volunteers to celebrate the work of volunteers in maintaining and developing churchyards and church gardens across the diocese of Lichfield.
Send more pauses
Emails, debate and Lent
Bishop Michael takes seat in the Lords
The Bishop of Lichfield will represent the diocese in the House of Lords.
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A Theological Taster!
A group from our ‘Pathways’ programme are taking part in an exciting new opportunity to sample theological study at The Queen’s Foundation.
Diocese ends investments in fossil fuel
Bishop Council members agree to fully divest from fossil fuel companes.
Debbie takes on racial justice role
Canon Debbie Parks is the new Co-Convenor of the diocese's Racial Justice and Inclusion Task Group.
I got rhythm
The Community of St Chad is a community founded on companion groups of three people who meet to pray together and who live out five Rhythms of Grace.
Bishop of Lichfield responds to General Synod vote
A statement from Bishop Michael following General Synod's vote to issue prayers to enable same-sex couples to come to church after a civil marriage or civil partnership to give thanks, dedicate their relationship and receive God’s blessing.
Open the eyes of my heart
Bishop Sarah has been blogging after a recent revelation:
'Head to Heart' resource for families living through dementia
This resource is born of personal experience. My dad died in 2018 and he was diagnosed with dementia ten years earlier. He’d been a solicitor in Birmingham and spent his working life making incisive, head-level connections. The journey of the last decade of his life was a journey from head to heart.
Innovation Funding supports church that has doubled in seven years
A Wolverhampton church that draws together multiple communities will develop its journey of discipleship and mission and be able to foster its intercultural activities.
LLF - a message from bishops in the Diocese of Lichfield
A letter to clergy and lay ministers in our diocese following this morning's College of Bishops' response to Living in Love & Faith.
Appointments and Departures
9th January 2023
Bishop Clive to retire
The Bishop of Wolverhampton, the Rt Revd Clive Gregory, has announced that he is to step down.
A sting in the tale of Christmas
The enchanting story of the Wise Men visiting the infant Jesus has a sting in its tail. Archdeacon Paul Thomas has been thinking about what this means as we mark the change of year and how the tale of Epiphany is so relevant today.
A Christmas welcome
The Bishop of Lichfield, in his Christmas message, implores people of faith and goodwill to give a warm welcome to all who need it.
Funding boost for St Mark's
The Stoke-on-Trent church - dubbed 'The Potter's Cathedral' - has received a grant for urgent stonework repairs.
New Bishop of Ebbsfleet announcement welcomed
The Revd Dr Rob Munro will be invited to become as assistant bishop in Lichfield Diocese.
Be curious, be present, reimagine
The Difference course, designed and produced by Archbishop Justin Welby’s reconciliation team, is made up of five sessions exploring the power of faith to transform our relationships and heal division.
