DIOCESE
St Stephen's is part of the Diocese of Salford. Diocesan life is varied and vibrant – there are many faithful priests, religious and parishioners who serve the Diocese of Salford in countless ways. The Diocese is led by Bishop John Arnold.
If you would like any information about the departments and services of the Diocese please see www.dioceseofsalford.org.uk
If you can’t find what you are looking for please email [email protected] or phone 0161 817 2222
If you would like any information about the departments and services of the Diocese please see www.dioceseofsalford.org.uk
If you can’t find what you are looking for please email [email protected] or phone 0161 817 2222
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Holy Hour for the Dignity of Human Life
This Holy Hour has been arranged to take place at 5.30PM (Rome time) on the Sunday afternoon of the Spring Plenary (19 April). It is hoped that parishes across the country will arrange Holy Hours at the same time (4.30PM UK Time) to unite themselves in prayer with the Bishops.
There is a page on the Bishops’ Conference website, with a two-page PDF resource and some suggested instruction for parishes, Catholic communities and priests, which can be found here: https://www.cbcew.org.uk/holy-hour-for-the-dignity-of-life/
Manchester and Salford Ecumenical Whit Walk - Amendment
This year's Manchester and Salford Ecumenical Whit Walk will take place on Monday 25 May 2026 and registration is now open. Please click here for a copy of the registration form. The closing date for registration is Friday 10 April (not Thursday 2 April as per the registration form) and there is a fee of £75 per church that can be paid by BACs or cheque.
Further details and information can be found on the form. All completed forms should be returned to Rev Caroline Hewitt at [email protected] or by post.
Lourdes - Diocesan Youth Group
The Pilgrimage Committee and the Diocesan Youth Department have established a group so that any young person can join the pilgrimage without having to set up a parish or school-based group. The pilgrimage and travel dates are 29 July to 6 August. The cost is £695 and this includes coach travel and full-board hotel accommodation (Astoria Hotel). Young people can join in 3 age groups: 13-15 (aspiring volunteers), 16-17 and 18+. For those over 18, there is an option to fly.
If you have any young people who might be interested, please ask them to email [email protected]. Please promote this great opportunity in your parishes to help our young people continue to grow in their faith and build community.
Catholic Social Teaching (CST)
Caritas Salford is offering a free online webinar to introduce the basic principles of Catholic Social Teaching (CST) in an accessible way, with a particular focus on building hope, homes and a positive future for all. This will take place on Thursday 30th April 2026 from 6PM to 7:15PM
With local elections approaching in May, the time is right to raise our awareness of CST and reflect on how it can help to inform the decisions and choices we make in life.
Register for your free place or find out more at: www.caritassalford.org.uk/events
Manchester Chinese Catholic Community (MCCC)
MCCC would like to invite you to their monthly Mass. This takes place on the second Sunday of the month at 2PM and is held in Salford's temporary Cathedral on Great George Street, M3 6EH.
Deaf Awareness and Conversational British Sign Language Course
Caritas Salford has developed a brand new 12-week course for parishioners, to equip them with basic British Sign Language skills and greater awareness of accessibility and inclusion in parish life. The course will commence on 14 April and sessions will be held weekly on Tuesday evenings at St Patrick's Church, Livesey Street, Collyhurst, Manchester, M4 5HF (with parking available in the Caritas Salford car park adjacent to the church).
Places for the course are strictly limited. To find out more and book a place, visit: www.caritassalford.org.uk/event/deaf-awareness-bsl
This Holy Hour has been arranged to take place at 5.30PM (Rome time) on the Sunday afternoon of the Spring Plenary (19 April). It is hoped that parishes across the country will arrange Holy Hours at the same time (4.30PM UK Time) to unite themselves in prayer with the Bishops.
There is a page on the Bishops’ Conference website, with a two-page PDF resource and some suggested instruction for parishes, Catholic communities and priests, which can be found here: https://www.cbcew.org.uk/holy-hour-for-the-dignity-of-life/
Manchester and Salford Ecumenical Whit Walk - Amendment
This year's Manchester and Salford Ecumenical Whit Walk will take place on Monday 25 May 2026 and registration is now open. Please click here for a copy of the registration form. The closing date for registration is Friday 10 April (not Thursday 2 April as per the registration form) and there is a fee of £75 per church that can be paid by BACs or cheque.
Further details and information can be found on the form. All completed forms should be returned to Rev Caroline Hewitt at [email protected] or by post.
Lourdes - Diocesan Youth Group
The Pilgrimage Committee and the Diocesan Youth Department have established a group so that any young person can join the pilgrimage without having to set up a parish or school-based group. The pilgrimage and travel dates are 29 July to 6 August. The cost is £695 and this includes coach travel and full-board hotel accommodation (Astoria Hotel). Young people can join in 3 age groups: 13-15 (aspiring volunteers), 16-17 and 18+. For those over 18, there is an option to fly.
If you have any young people who might be interested, please ask them to email [email protected]. Please promote this great opportunity in your parishes to help our young people continue to grow in their faith and build community.
Catholic Social Teaching (CST)
Caritas Salford is offering a free online webinar to introduce the basic principles of Catholic Social Teaching (CST) in an accessible way, with a particular focus on building hope, homes and a positive future for all. This will take place on Thursday 30th April 2026 from 6PM to 7:15PM
With local elections approaching in May, the time is right to raise our awareness of CST and reflect on how it can help to inform the decisions and choices we make in life.
Register for your free place or find out more at: www.caritassalford.org.uk/events
Manchester Chinese Catholic Community (MCCC)
MCCC would like to invite you to their monthly Mass. This takes place on the second Sunday of the month at 2PM and is held in Salford's temporary Cathedral on Great George Street, M3 6EH.
Deaf Awareness and Conversational British Sign Language Course
Caritas Salford has developed a brand new 12-week course for parishioners, to equip them with basic British Sign Language skills and greater awareness of accessibility and inclusion in parish life. The course will commence on 14 April and sessions will be held weekly on Tuesday evenings at St Patrick's Church, Livesey Street, Collyhurst, Manchester, M4 5HF (with parking available in the Caritas Salford car park adjacent to the church).
Places for the course are strictly limited. To find out more and book a place, visit: www.caritassalford.org.uk/event/deaf-awareness-bsl
