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2026 Centenary Mission Deanery Events – Lancaster and Morecambe Extraordinary Deanery Synod

Tuesday 13 January 2026

As part of the celebration of our Diocesan Centenary in 2026

Lancashire Movement for Recovery Summit

Tuesday 20 January 2026

The faith sector makes a huge contribution to meeting acute needs and addressing wider issues of loneliness and isolation

Enjoying The Psalms - Poulton-le-Fylde St Chad’s church

Saturday 31 January 2026

Matt Searles returns to help navigate the Book of Psalms

Children's Ministry Conference: Generation to Generation

Saturday 28 February 2026

Through engaging keynotes, worship and hands-on workshops, explore how to build faith foundations that last; from toddlers to tweens

The BIG DAY OUT in Blackpool

Saturday 16 May 2026

A celebration needs a party.

Holiday for young people led by Bishop Philip North

Monday 25 to Thursday 28 May

A 3 night holiday in Borwick Hall which combines worship, teaching, outdoor activities and lots of fun and friendship

2026 Centenary Diocesan Conference

Monday 6 to Thursday 9 July 2026

Lots more information to come nearer the time

Centenary Mission Weekends

Friday 11 to Sunday 13 September 2026

To help prepare parishes, a three session course will be available in early 2026

Centenary Service of Celebration

Thursday 12 November 2026 - SAVE THE DATE

100 years ago, the Diocese of Blackburn came into being

Launch of the New Strategic Vision

Saturday 14 November 2026

The event will be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person.