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Wholehearted is a digital magazine created to inspire generosity across the Diocese of Chester. It launched on Valentine’s Day (14 February) 2026, a few days before Lent … the perfect time to start talking about what it means to live and give with love. Issue 2, published in June 2026 has a Pentecost feel – exploring the journey between receiving and sharing God’s grace.
Regular features include personal money journeys, book reviews and honest discussions about discipleship and money.

 

Look out for Issue 3, which will be a harvest edition, printed and distributed across the diocese in September.
 

Built on the honest conversations that helped shape our diocesan vision, Wholehearted is designed to support Christians and church communities with real encouragement, practical tips for talking about money, and inspiring true stories that help us grow in our faith.

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Individual articles

Putting it Bluntly

Ministry in a Poorer Parish by Revd Chris Blunt, Rector of Stockport and Brinnington

The Cost of AI

Responsible Stewardship in Our Digital Communication

Book Review - A Talent for Giving

Reviewed by Revd Danny Sedano , Priest-in-charge, St. Berteline’s & St. Christopher’s, Norton
Youth Work Co-Ordinator in Runcorn

My Money Journey - Mark Mitchell

Mark Mitchell first came to faith at the age of 11, but it wasn’t until university that he began to understand what Christian stewardship truly meant.

Giving Generously

Bishop Julie reflects on Jesus’ encounter with the rich man and how the story is both challenging and liberating

Treasurers - You are not alone.

The Diocese of Chester is piloting a new support service for parishes needing help

Living Generously

My Journey as Digital Giving Adviser, by Bessia Kanengoni Diocese of Chester. Growing up in Malawi, Bessia witnessed firsthand the vibrancy and richness of what living out the Christian faith through generosity looks like.

My Money Journey - Jerry Marshall

A member of St Mary’s, Weaverham Jerry Marshall shares his money story, from selling rat food at boarding school to studying economics at Cambridge and carving out a succesful career as a social entrepreneur.

What is your view of Biblical teaching on giving 10% of our earnings?

Three different people offer their perspectives on how Christian giving is a response to God’s generosity, shaped by gratitude and trust rather than rigid obligation.

Two Cheeky Chimps - a cautionary tale

The Bishop of Chester, Mark Tanner, reflects on teaching his children about sharing in a tale involving chimps, a baboon and a chocolate bar.

What is Parish Share?

Parish Share is the amount of money that your parish is asked to contribute to pay for mission and ministry, including clergy stipends and their housing.

Diocese of Chester

The Diocese of Chester is the Church of England primarily in Cheshire – but also covers some areas outside the county.
Chester Diocesan Board of Finance is a company limited by guarantee registered in England (no. 00007826) and a registered charity (no. 248968)
Chester Diocesan Board of Finance. Church House, 5500 Daresbury Park, Daresbury, Warrington WA4 4GE. Telephone: 01928 718834

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