Latest news | The Diocese of Blackburn 2026-04-06T13:54:58+00:00 Diocese of Blackburn https://blackburn.anglican.org/news/feed Bishop of Blackburn appoints new Bishop's Chaplain https://blackburn.anglican.org/news/1062 “I am delighted to be taking on this new role at such an exciting time for our Diocese." 2025-09-15T16:23:12+00:00 Bishop Joe reflects on first year as Bishop of Burnley https://blackburn.anglican.org/news/1061 Bishop Joe marks first year in role with focus on mission, relationships and renewal 2025-09-10T16:31:22+00:00 Celebration of lay ministry across Lancashire at Cathedral commissioning service https://blackburn.anglican.org/news/1060 The ALMs have all trained for very specific ministries in their local church and they were commissioned by their own parish Priests during the weekend service 2025-09-09T15:25:17+00:00 Former Bishop's Chaplain begins new role in Lancashire parish https://blackburn.anglican.org/news/1059 “I’ve been truly touched by the warmth of the welcome I’ve received, and I’m thrilled to begin ministry in such a vibrant, open-hearted church..." 2025-09-08T13:59:55+00:00 Phone alert this Sunday - be prepared and be aware https://blackburn.anglican.org/news/1054 Due to take place at 3pm on September 7 2025-09-04T13:32:07+00:00 Parish leads in encouraging involvement in Anglican Society for the Welfare of Animals https://blackburn.anglican.org/news/1056 Explore more and how to join the organisation 2025-09-10T10:20:21+00:00 Work on historic church spire nears completion https://blackburn.anglican.org/news/1055 2025-09-01T16:46:43+00:00