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Upcoming events

The Lord's Prayer Tour, Faith in the North

Friday 10 October

The Bishop of Blackburn invites everyone in the Diocese to attend this free Faith in the North event at Blackburn Cathedral

Cafe Concert at Blackburn St Silas

Saturday 11 October

Organ concert by Karen Au

Youth Leader Conference 2025

Saturday 11 October 2026, 10am–4pm

A day of inspiration, practical learning, and spiritual renewal for anyone involved in youth ministry

2026 Centenary Mission Deanery Events – Chorley Open Deanery Synod

Tuesday 14 October 2025, at 7.30pm

As part of the celebration of our Diocesan Centenary in 2026

Pedalling across Lancashire for Free State

Friday 17 October

Bishop's Harvest Appeal is under way to raise funds to support several projects in our link Diocese of Free State in South Africa

Living Peace Retreat - Whalley Abbey

Friday 17 to Sunday 19 October 2025

In between sessions containing Biblical and spiritual input, there will be time for reflection and relaxation

Day of Prayer for Growth and Renewal - Led by Rev Anna Walker at Whalley Abbey

Tuesday 21 October 2025

The churches, schools and chaplaincies of the Diocese are called to a year of focused prayer for growth and renewal

Finding spiritual riches in Jane Austen - Whalley Abbey

Friday 24 to Sunday 26 October

Jane Austen period house party and retreat

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 crisis