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Report released on July 3, 2025
The INEQE Independent Safeguarding Audit
Read the story; includes links to helpful safeguarding information
Year of Prayer for Growth and Renewal
We are inviting our parishes, schools and chaplaincies to make 2025 a year of prayer for growth and renewal.
As we continue to discern our new vision …
Bishop Philip’s inspirational rallying cry to the faithful in our Lancashire parishes; a bold speech anchored in his firm belief that growth will continue in our churches
Events
Day of Prayer for Growth and Renewal - Led by Joy Rushton at Whalley Abbey
Thursday 28 August 2025
The churches, schools and chaplaincies of the Diocese are called to a year of focused prayer for growth and renewalJoin in the Pray4Lancashire Initiative!
Monday, September 1 to Sunday, September 7
As part of the Global Week of Prayer, towns and cities across Lancashire are encourage to join in a seven day ecumenical prayer eventHarvest Appeal - Hoghton Holy Trinity Dog Show
Saturday 6 September, 11am - 3pm
Fun for all the familyNews
Churches encouraged to mark Homelessness Sunday 2025
28th August 2025
Hold a service; pray for those in need at this time and consider how you could offer practical helpBishop urges parishes to sign up to attend The Lord’s Prayer Tour!
15th August 2025
New video message promotes 'The Lord's Prayer Tour' on October 10Rev Jane Atkinson is announced as next Archdeacon of Blackburn
14th August 2025
Knows Diocese well as currently Area Dean of Poulton and Vicar of St John's Little ThorntonMeet our local church family
