News & Stories


Ordination of Deacons 2025

5th July 2025

On Saturday, 5th July, in the afternoon, many smiling family members gathered in Birmingham Cathedral to support and celebrate their loved ones being ordained as Deacons. The congregation filled the cathedral for this powerful celebration.

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Let’s Go Zero and CofE Birmingham schools

30th June 2025

Church of England Birmingham has partnered with Let’s Go Zero this year.

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Bishop’s Statement on violence in the Middle East

18th June 2025

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” Matthew 5:9"


Net Zero at the CofE Birmingham Office

13th June 2025

Did you know that the CofE Birmingham office at John Cadbury House is net zero carbon?

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Air India crash in Ahmedabad statement from the Bishops

12th June 2025

We pray for comfort amid grief, for strength in the face of sorrow, and for the peace of God to be known by all who are affected.

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New Climate Action Learning Module Launches on Pathways

27th May 2025

A brand-new learning module has been launched on Pathways to deepen our collective understanding and response to the climate crisis.


House of Bishops statement on Gaza

22nd May 2025

The House of Bishops, which has been meeting in York this week, has issued a statement on the situation in Gaza.

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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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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.


A Brighter Church and a Smaller Footprint

8th May 2025

St James's Cuts Costs and Carbon with New Lighting

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