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County young people front and centre in new church video series

5th March 2026

Three short films designed for use as part of a course for young people prior to their confirmation

New honorary canons for Blackburn Cathedral - services in February and March

1st March 2026

Bishop Philip speaks to BBC Radio Lancashire against social media ban for under-16s

1st March 2026

Interview follows article published on diocesan website

Blackburn Diocese Mothers' Union secures key award for working to combat domestic violence

24th February 2026

Award comes as Mothers' Union is 150 nationally and approaches 100 in our own Diocese

Diocese's new youth representative reflects on first time at General Synod

20th February 2026

William reflects on first time at General Synod as Youth Representative

Diocese's new youth representative reflects on first time at General Synod

20th February 2026

William reflects on first time at General Synod as Youth Representative

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Diocese's new youth representative reflects on first time at General Synod

20th February 2026

William reflects on first time at General Synod as Youth Representative

Bishop's praise for chaplains' work during visit to Lancashire hospital

17th February 2026

“His genuine interest in the environments where we provide care was deeply affirming, leaving both the chaplaincy team and the wider hospital community feeling seen, valued and spiritually renewed.”

General Synod - livestream; agenda; papers for sessions February 9-13

9th February 2026