Not since 2020 have clergy been able to offer "ashes to go" to local residents. So, despite the rain, in Ashton-Upon-Mersey, the Revd Catherine Cleghorn and the Revd Becky Mathew met with residents to impose ashes and to pray.
Clergy can now book on to the Clergy Gathering which is due to take place in May at the Hayes Conference Centre, Swanick. Attendance is expected from stipendiary clergy and encouraged from self-supporting clergy.
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Parishes in the deaneries of Great Budworth and Middlewich are urged to book on to an event to learn more about Everyday Faith. Up to five people from every parish will be able to attend. Other deanery dates are being added.
Parishes in the Diocese of Chester can now benefit from a simplified faculty process that will allow them to plant trees more easily in a churchyard. The decision is in support of The Queen’s Green Canopy initiative.
Bishop Mark has warmly commended a letter from the Archbishops encouraging all Christians to join them in prayer on Tuesday 01 March and Wednesday 02 March to pray for peace in our world following the attack by Russia on Ukraine.
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The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, and the Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell have condemned the Russian attack on Ukraine as “an act of great evilâ€. They are urging Christians to make this Sunday a special day of prayer.
Plans are underway for the 7th annual Thy Kingdom Come a global prayer movement that invites Christians around the world to pray for more people to come to know Jesus. Join the online launch event on 28 February
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The safeguarding Past Cases Review 2 (PCR2) is nearing completion in the Diocese of Chester. Two Independent Reviewers, both former Senior Police Officers, have been carrying out this task since early 2021.
The Dean of Chester, Tim Stratford, says the Pilgrim Porch commission is a "feat of engineering being made to last." Every parish church has been invited to participate in this exciting and historic commission.
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Yes it is a 'Thing', not a work in progress title, but an ecumenical event in Preston on 07 May 2022, for all those involved in ministry with children and young people in their local church.
If you subscribe to the E-Bulletin you’ll have seen that we’ve been reminding parishes to visit the Church of England’s Online Parish Returns System to provide information about their parish. But why?
Bishop Mark was unexpectedly asked to open a debate at General Synod regarding possible changes to the Crown Nominations Commission after the Bishop of Worcester, who was due to speak, tested positive for coronavirus.
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All parishes in the Diocese of Chester are invited to a series of deanery meetings beginning in March to learn more about how we the local church can encourage people to live out their faith in everyday life.
Bishop Julie and Bishop Sam enjoyed a tour of Cammell Laird shipyard and a briefing from Mersey Meritim CEO as part of a series of visits around the diocese to familiarise themselves with local businesses, organisations and industries.Â
Lent is almost upon us and the challenge of picking the right Lent course can be tricky. To help you, this year officers at Church House have handpicked 12 Lent resources that will appeal to individuals, families, and churches.
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The Wirral Gospel Partnership is a group of churches working together to strengthen local ministry. They are organising a series of free talks across their Wirral churches on the theme of 'Life'.
Lisa Moncur, the registrar for the Diocese of Chester, has been interviewed by The Times newspaper about what it's like working for the Church. "There's never a dull day", says Lisa in the article published on 20 January.
Church@28 is an informal service that includes a fifteen-minute interview. Their next guest is Bishop Mark which takes place on 13 February and will be broadcast live across the internet.
Jane Brooke, Vice Dean and Canon Missioner at Chester Cathedral talks to BBC Merseyside about the 'Threads through creation' exhibition, a spectacular display of twelve huge silk panels retelling the creation story.
Organisers of Chester City Passion 2022 are recruiting for the major role of Jesus Christ in their forthcoming production. The play tells the story of Jesus Christ’s last few days, including his arrival in Jerusalem.
Bishop Sam personally recommends a new study resource for anyone who would like to dig a bit deeper into what the Bible says about the heart of God and how that closely connects to finding a home for every child who needs one.
Revd Emma Handley and a dedicated team of parishioners at St Paul's church, Staybridge are transforming a large piece of negelcted church land into a tree and wildflower oasis for the whole community.
If you still haven't booked on the Lay Conference then you might be pleased to hear that you can now book your FREE place yourself, without having to confirm it with your PCC Secretary.
Despite the challenges, Church House has continued to deliver a range of events during the last two years, ranging from training courses to youth meetings, both in-person and online, depending on Government guidance.
Chester Cathedral and esteemed Cheshire-based artist, Stephen Broadbent, are launching an exciting new project called the Pilgrim Porch, which aims to capture a snapshot of worshipping life across the Diocese of Chester.
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The Diocese of Chester is seeking to appoint someone to help build a new vision and strategic direction for the diocese. Please share details across your networks with those who might feel called to apply.
The Diocese of Chester is seeking talented local photographers to help capture the Christian faith in the diocese. If you’re interested and would like to expand your photography portfolio, please get in touch.
Threads Through Creation, a spectacular display of twelve huge silk panels retelling the creation story from the first pages of the Bible opened at Chester Cathedral this week and will run until March.
All 42 dioceses in the Church of England have signed up to become an “Eco Diocese†as part of their commitment to reach carbon net-zero by 2030. Parishes can also pledge to become Eco Churches as part of the A Rocha scheme.
Final preparations are being made for the vocations event Called to Serve, which takes place on Saturday 29 January at Foxhill. 12 spaces still remain on the one-day event for those wishing to explore God’s call on their lives.Â
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