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PEDALLING FOR PEOPLE AND PLANET
Bishop's Harvest Appeal 2025
This year we are encouraging our parishes and schools to learn about the lives of Christians in the Free State and support a number of projects.
'All for Jesus' Centenary Celebrations 2026
We are inviting parishes, chaplaincies and schools to celebrate our Centenary in 2026. There's lots of exciting things being planned!
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
Creation Care Conference: God’s World and Our Mission
Friday 31 October and Saturday 1 November
Come and join those who are passionate about the Church’s response to the climate crisisAll Nations Convention in Burnley and open to the whole Diocese
November 8, 2025
An afternoon celebrating the diverse cultures in LancashireHeld in God's Gaze, contemplative gatherings at St Saviour's, Stydd
Tuesday 11 November 2025
You are invited to spend a short time in contemplative stillness before God in this ancient and prayer-filled spaceNews
All Nations Convention promises diverse songs, worship and talks for people of all backgrounds
29th October 2025
Major event will be held in Burnley and people from across Lancashire are invitedChurch of England Hospital Chaplain/Deacon Rachel Fielding is delighted as Alfie the therapy dog wins top BBC award
29th October 2025
Alfie wins Dog of the Year for bringing comfort and joy to so manyGet booking as countdown begins to Collation of the next Archdeacon of Blackburn
28th October 2025
Takes place during Evensong at 4pm on Sunday, November 23 at Blackburn CathedralMeet our local church family
