News & Stories


A Brighter Church and a Smaller Footprint

8th May 2025

St James's Cuts Costs and Carbon with New Lighting

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Area Dean of Kings Norton, Moseley and Shirley

8th May 2025

Revd Mark Bennett has been appointed Area Dean of Kings Norton, Moseley & Shirley, and Priest Missioner, starting as Priest in Charge at The United Church of St Paul’s, Balsall Heath.


New Warden of Commissioned Pastoral Care Teams

7th May 2025

Bishop Michael is delighted to announce the appointment of Jan Savage as Warden of Commissioned Pastoral Teams for the Church of England Birmingham.

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Bishop Esther Installed as Bishop of Aston

9th May 2025

We officially welcome The Rt Revd Esther Prior as she is installed as the 11th Bishop of Aston at Birmingham Cathedral.

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A Easter Message from the Bishop of Birmingham, Dr. Michael Volland

22nd April 2025

A filmed Easter message exploring the Hope of Easter, for everyone.

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House of Bishops issue a statement about the attack on Al Ahli Hospital, Gaza

14th April 2025

Church of England's House of Bishops have issued a statement speaking of sharing "grief, sorrow and outrage" with Palestinian brothers and sisters over Palm Sunday attack on Anglican-run hospital.

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Bishop Michael Takes on the Great Birmingham Run

2nd April 2025

The Rt Revd Dr Michael Volland, Bishop of Birmingham, is lacing up his running shoes once again to take part in the Great Birmingham Run 2025.

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CofEB pioneers environmental stewardship, as A Rocha’s first Silver-Diocese

28th March 2025

The CofE Birmingham has made history by becoming the first Church of England Diocese to be awarded the prestigious A Rocha, Eco Diocese Silver Award.

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Crafty Church: Building Community Through Creativity and Faith

20th March 2025

What began as a simple coffee morning at Hawkesley Church has blossomed into a vibrant community initiative, bringing families together through creativity, conversation, and faith.

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Empowering Local Leaders: The Growth of the Local Ministry Pathway

20th March 2025

The Local Ministry Pathway continues to equip and empower individuals to serve as primary leaders within their parishes across the Church of England Birmingham.

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