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Upcoming events

Festival of Healing - A Healing Church for a Hurting World

Saturday 31 October

Bringing together teaching, prayer, conversation and practical exploration of Christian healing ministry

Free online hearing loss awareness events this autumn

Monday 2 November

Open Ears’ is now in its third and final event for this autumn

Centenary Service of Celebration

Thursday 12 November

100 years ago, the Diocese of Blackburn came into being

Clergy Study Day on Ethics and Leadership

Thursday 12 November

In partnership with Emmanuel Theological College

Launch of the New Strategic Vision

Saturday 14 November 2026

The event will be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person.

Half Nights of Prayer

Friday 13 and Saturday 14 November

For Lancashire at our time of new vision in the Diocese of Blackburn

A Cinematic Spectacle at St Mary’s Church, Clitheroe!

Friday 20 November

A fun evening with Peter Pan and other silent films

Helping the next generation to follow Christ

Wednesday 25 November

Calling all parents, grandparents and church leaders - if you are passionate about helping the next generation follow Christ, this session is for you!

Man Alive 2026 - Fulwood Free Methodist Church, Preston

Thursday 26 November

A Christian men’s event to celebrate, equip and encourage men in their walk of faith

St Hild Short Courses: Rural Mission and Ministry

Thursday 7 January to Thursday 18 March 2027

Three short courses in September and October 2026, and January 2027