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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Ordination of Priests 2025

5th July 2025

On Saturday, 5th July, on a warm July morning, friends and family were welcomed at Birmingham Cathedral and shown to their seats as they gathered to witness the ordination of their loved ones as priests.

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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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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"


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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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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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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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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