Church Commission supports diocesan proposals for a new church structure in Wigan

September 4, 2019

Following a formal hearing in Wigan, the Church Commissioners have decided to accept the Diocese of Liverpool’s proposals for a new structure of church in Wigan. This followed a consultation process which saw representations from those concerned about, and in favour of, diocesan proposals. While we are pleased the Commissioners judged the scheme to represent … More Church Commission supports diocesan proposals for a new church structure in Wigan

Transforming Wigan

August 27, 2018

Since 2015, Wigan Deanery has been engaged in the Transforming Wigan movement. This is a Church of England Strategic Development Funded (SDF) Project with the aim of ‘turning around the mission and financial strength of the deanery of Wigan.’ It is a cultural change movement changing the way we are both ‘being’ and ‘doing’ Church … More Transforming Wigan

Chaplain – The Brick

October 9, 2019

Chaplain (Team Leader) Permanent role Salary £28,000 The Brick charity is supported by local churches across Wigan and Leigh to address poverty and in particular to work with people transitioning from homelessness.  We work 24/7 on over 10 sites with 50 staff and more than 150 volunteers.  We want to appoint a team builder who … More Chaplain – The Brick