News & Stories


Birmingham churches engage communities on climate crisis

7th September 2026

Churches across the region are screening the National Emergency Briefing, a powerful new film about the urgency of the environmental crisis.

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Hope for All Creation: living simply, sharing together and praying sincerely

26th August 2026

People from churches across Birmingham and the region share reflections on the environmental crisis ahead of the first Festival of Creation in Christ.

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Bishop Esther in conversation with Mark Pryce

20th August 2026

As 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.

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Bishops of Birmingham and Aston pray for all affected by fires

14th August 2026

Statement from Bishop Michael and Bishop Esther on fires across Birmingham and wider West Midlands region.

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BBC Radio 4’s Daily Service broadcast from Bournville Parish Church

5th August 2026

Exploring the Cadbury family’s historic impact in Birmingham, the broadcast features prayers, readings and reflections from St Francis Bournville.

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Could you stand for General Synod?

28th July 2026

Nominations are now open for General Synod, The Church of England’s national assembly.

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2025 Annual Report published

22nd July 2026

Church of England Birmingham has published its 2025 Annual Report, documenting a ‘momentous year’ in churches across Birmingham and the wider region.

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Reflecting on 150 years of Mothers’ Union

22nd July 2026

To mark Mothers’ Union’s 150th anniversary, we hear from Birmingham Diocesan President Rowena Nicholls about the organisation’s life-changing work.

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Headteachers gather for annual celebration

20th July 2026

Leaders of church schools across Birmingham and the region marked the end of a successful year at the annual Strawberry Tea event.

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1,800 school children gather for Leavers Services

16th July 2026

Children from across Church of England Birmingham’s primary schools marked their end-of-year transition at special services at Birmingham Cathedral.

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