2026 is the centenary of The Church of England in Lancashire (Blackburn Diocese)
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Find out more about all the events planned for 2026
Get ready to celebrate as we mark our Diocesan centenary in 2026!
It's 100 years since the Diocese was founded - Blackburn Cathedral is 100 too!
Knowing Jesus: Bishop Philip's 2026 Lent Course
‘Knowing Jesus’ is designed to complement our forthcoming Lent devotional and takes as its starting point the theme for our Diocesan centenary year: “All for Jesus.” CLICK BELOW for more info
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
Organ Festival 2026 - Chipping St Bartholomew
Sunday 26 July at 2pm
Organ recital performed by Paul WarrenEccleston Open Gardens
Sunday 2 August
The gardens opening are of various sizes and designs. All of the gardens are interesting, some will have plants for saleOrgan Festival 2026 - Chipping St Bartholomew
Sunday 2 August at 2pm
Organ recital performed by Karen AuNews
Parishes in Bloom will bring Cathedral alive with scent and colour
21st July 2026
Event is being held to help mark the Cathedral's centenaryFomer Anglican Bishop of Lancaster, Rt Rev. Stephen Pedley, dies aged 85
21st July 2026
Stephen was Bishop of Lancaster from 1998 to 2005The Church of England in Lancashire marks the end of its 'Vision 2026 Transforming Communities'
20th July 2026
Achievements of more than a decade of work in parishes and schools across Lancashire celebrated at Diocesan SynodMeet our local church family
