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Ordination of three new Lancashire priests takes place this weekend

14th January 2026

Parishes are called to be praying for the ordinands before the service

Exciting Centenary year for Diocese launches across Lancashire

9th January 2026

Diocese Centenary year launched in person; online and in the media to tens of thousands across County

Prayers for candidates as they prepare for Ordination to the Priesthood soon in our Diocese

8th January 2026

More about the three people who will be ordained

Bishop Philip's call to live 'All for Jesus' as we celebrate our Diocesan centenary

1st January 2026

New Year Message issued to the people of Lancashire

Bishop's message of hope for the people of Lancashire as we approach Christmas

19th December 2025

Bishop Joe was filmed in Burnley town centre; new video also features young Cathedral choristers

Bishop's message of hope for the people of Lancashire as we approach Christmas

19th December 2025

Bishop Joe was filmed in Burnley town centre; new video also features young Cathedral choristers

Tweeted 2 years ago

RT @StPetersBurnley: Our Sunday School was busy this morning. 🌄 @cofelancs https://t.co/o6hgAqNNt9

Bishop's message of hope for the people of Lancashire as we approach Christmas

19th December 2025

Bishop Joe was filmed in Burnley town centre; new video also features young Cathedral choristers

Michelin star chef cooks for parish church pensioners

19th December 2025

"it’s always nice to give something back and certainly around Christmas time"

Bishop Jill leads Wembley celebration of Christianity and football

10th December 2025

Chaplain of Morecambe FC also takes part in event