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Safeguarding Survey
Take part in the safeguarding audit of the diocese
All are encouraged to respond to the audit in order to help the diocese continue to improve its work in safeguarding
Bishops respond to the resignation of Archbishop Justin Welby
The Bishops of the Diocese respond to the announcement of the resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury in an open letter to the Diocese
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.
Events
Christmas Tree Festival - Mellor St Mary's
Friday 29 November to Sunday 1 December
Come along and see the beautiful trees donated and decorated by the church, local businesses and village groupsCharity Festival of Christmas Trees 2024 - St Annes-on-Sea St Annes (Heyhouses)
Saturday 7 to Saturday 14 December
Christmas Concerts in church with the Rock Choir and Eccleston Brass BandQuiet Day at Whalley Abbey - Tenants of God's land
Saturday 11 January 2025
To explore together why and how we should celebrate God’s gift of land.News
Bishops respond to the announcement of the resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury
12th November 2024
In an open letter to the Diocese of Blackburn the Rt Rev'ds Philip North, Jill Duff and Joe Kennedy call the church to reform safeguarding culture and processes.War Memorial to Lancastrian Victoria Cross Winner listed
8th November 2024
Historic England has announced the listing of a First World War memorial in St Paul's churchyard, Withnell, Lancashire, dedicated to Private James Miller VCBishop Philip North embarks on “Harvest Heptathlon” across Lancashire Farms
7th November 2024
In support of the Harvest Appeal and raise awareness for Farmers’ ChallengesMeet our local church family
