Hope for All Creation: living simply, sharing together and praying sincerely
26th August 2026People from churches across Birmingham and the region share reflections on the environmental crisis ahead of the first Festival of Creation in Christ.
News & Stories
Bishop Esther in conversation with Mark Pryce
20th August 2026As Mark Pryce prepares to move on from his role as Director of Ministry, he sits down with Bishop Esther to reflect on his time in Birmingham, the people that have encouraged him, and what he has learned about vocation and ministry.
Bishops of Birmingham and Aston pray for all affected by fires
14th August 2026Statement from Bishop Michael and Bishop Esther on fires across Birmingham and wider West Midlands region.
BBC Radio 4’s Daily Service broadcast from Bournville Parish Church
5th August 2026Exploring the Cadbury family’s historic impact in Birmingham, the broadcast features prayers, readings and reflections from St Francis Bournville.
Could you stand for General Synod?
28th July 2026Nominations are now open for General Synod, The Church of England’s national assembly.
2025 Annual Report published
22nd July 2026Church of England Birmingham has published its 2025 Annual Report, documenting a ‘momentous year’ in churches across Birmingham and the wider region.
Reflecting on 150 years of Mothers’ Union
22nd July 2026To mark Mothers’ Union’s 150th anniversary, we hear from Birmingham Diocesan President Rowena Nicholls about the organisation’s life-changing work.
Headteachers gather for annual celebration
20th July 2026Leaders of church schools across Birmingham and the region marked the end of a successful year at the annual Strawberry Tea event.
1,800 school children gather for Leavers Services
16th July 2026Children from across Church of England Birmingham’s primary schools marked their end-of-year transition at special services at Birmingham Cathedral.
Celebrating a remarkable gift
15th July 2026Anglo-Catholic Missioner Mthr Charlotte Gibson had the honour of creating and presenting a bespoke icon of Esther to Archbishop Sarah.
