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A Jigsaw Celebration - Longridge St Paul's church

Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 January 2026

Hundreds of made up jigsaws displayed

Lancashire Movement for Recovery Summit

Tuesday 20 January 2026

The faith sector makes a huge contribution to meeting acute needs and addressing wider issues of loneliness and isolation

Soul Seasons - Winter Quiet Day at Whalley Abbey

Wednesday 21 January 2026

Led by Rev Cathy Malins, Curate at Lower Darwen St James’ church

Enjoying The Psalms - Poulton-le-Fylde St Chad’s church

Saturday 31 January 2026

Matt Searles returns to help navigate the Book of Psalms

Year of Contemplation 2026: Pathways to Prayer - Whalley Abbey

Saturday 31 January 2026

Led by Rev Hilary Murphy, a member of the resident community and Spiritual Director for Whalley Abbey

Children's Ministry Conference: Generation to Generation

Saturday 28 February 2026

Through engaging keynotes, worship and hands-on workshops, explore how to build faith foundations that last; from toddlers to tweens

The BIG DAY OUT in Blackpool

Saturday 16 May 2026

A celebration needs a party.

Holiday for young people led by Bishop Philip North

Monday 25 to Thursday 28 May

A 3 night holiday in Borwick Hall which combines worship, teaching, outdoor activities and lots of fun and friendship

2026 Centenary Diocesan Conference

Monday 6 to Thursday 9 July 2026

Lots more information to come nearer the time

Centenary Mission Weekends

Friday 11 to Sunday 13 September 2026

To help prepare parishes, a three session course will be available in early 2026

Centenary Service of Celebration

Thursday 12 November 2026 - SAVE THE DATE

100 years ago, the Diocese of Blackburn came into being