Events

27 April 2026
DBS Clinic
Do you require assistance with DBS checks? If so, you may wish to book an appointment at our next DBS clinic being held at Church House, Daresbury

30 April 2026
Is it You? - Reader Ministry training
A half hour online event for anyone wanting to find out about training for Reader ministry

8 May 2026
Gareth Davies-Jones Live in Concert
'A Troubadour Journey' - Lindisfarne to Durham

13 May 2026
DBS Online Webinar Training with Thirtyone:eight
Online Training for DBS Lead Recruiters and Additional Recruiters with full access performing DBS checks for their parish(es).

14 May 2026
Financial Planning During your Ministry and Beyond
Helping clergy to demystify financial matters and to think about planning for their financial future no matter how far from retirement.

14 May 2026
Mental Health Conference
The Diocesan Mental Health Forum’s Annual Mental Health Conference will focus on the Mental Health of Elderly People and their Carers.

20 May 2026
Everyday Faith Podcast
Come and experience the new venue space at Chester Cathedral when The Banking Hall hosts our next Everyday faith podcast

2 June 2026
Pilgrim Places with Archbishop Stephen
Afternoon tea explaining how the Pilgrim Places initiative can help churches grow faith through heritage and pilgrimage.

6 June 2026
All-Age Eco Day
Join us for a fun‑filled All-Age Eco Day packed with adventure, fresh air, and something for everyone!

7 June 2026
School of Theology 2026
Four evenings exploring some of the biggest ethical questions facing Christians today.

8 June 2026
Called to Serve - Online evening
Join us on Zoom to explore different opportunities for serving God

9 June 2026
Ministry Toolbox: Marriage & the Law
Lisa Moncur and Jo Williams on the legal aspects of arranging and conducting weddings in churches

13 June 2026
Family Brick Church Day
On this day the focus will be stories from the old testament and we will build aspects of the stories with bricks.

23 June 2026
Annual Safeguarding Service
The Bishop of Chester and The Dean warmly invite you to join them for the Annual Safeguarding Service.

24 June 2026
Occasional Worship Leaders (OWLs) Course
A four session course in Leading Public Worship as part of the process of becoming a locally authorised OWL.

21 September 2026
Welcome to Church House Sep26
A welcome to Church House for anyone new to the Diocese (or who feels new!)

26 September 2026
AGM & Diocesan Synod
Saturday, 26 September 2026; St John's Knutsford, Church Hill, Knutsford WA16 6DH

14 November 2026
Diocesan Synod - reserve date
St Peter’s Church Hall School Lane, Elworth, Sandbach, Cheshire, CW11 3HU

8 March 2027
Welcome to Church House Mar27
A welcome to Church House for anyone new to the Diocese (or who feels new!)

20 September 2027
Welcome to Church House Sep27
A welcome to Church House for anyone new to the Diocese (or who feels new!)

