26 March 2026
Diocese of Carlisle - News - Mission community leaders’ day focuses on discipleship
Mission community leaders from across Cumbria gathered for a special day of worship, learning and support focussing on discipleship.
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News and updates from across the Diocese of Carlisle
25 March 2026
Diocese of Carlisle - News - Prayers for the new Archbishop of Canterbury
The Bishop of Carlisle, the Rt Rev Rob Saner-Haigh, is encouraging people to pray for the new Archbishop of Canterbury, following her historic installation today.
Read more →20 March 2026
Diocese of Carlisle - News - Statement - South Lakes Islamic Centre
We are aware of concerns and protests around the development of the South Lakes Islamic Centre in Furness and recognise that these touch on deep questions about identity, faith, and our common life.
Read more →17 March 2026
Diocese of Carlisle - News - Bishop visits Cumbrian farms to strengthen links with farming community
The Bishop of Carlisle has visited farms to further strengthen links between the church and Cumbria’s agricultural community.
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Diocese of Carlisle - News - Cumbrian churches launch new pilgrimage route and book
A group of Cumbrian churches has created a near 30-mile-long pilgrimage route to promote the rich Christian heritage of their area.
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12 March 2026
Diocese of Carlisle - News - In Pics: New Bishop of Penrith's Tour
We are thrilled to share some photos from the diocesan tour of the newly-appointed Bishop of Penrith, the Rev Canon Dr Michael Leyden.
Read more →11 March 2026
Diocese of Carlisle - News - Well-respected northern theological college Dean to be next Bishop of Penrith
A well-respected head of a northern theological college is to be the next Suffragan Bishop of Penrith.
Read more →1 March 2026
Welcome to the New Diocese of Carlisle Website
We're delighted to launch our new website, making it easier to find information about faith, ministry and life across the Diocese.
Read more →11 February 2026
Diocese of Carlisle - News - Director of Operations and Executive Chaplain to Bishop of Carlisle appointed
A new Director of Operations and Executive Chaplain to the Bishop of Carlisle has been appointed.
Read more →29 January 2026
Diocese of Carlisle - News - Archbishop of Canterbury’s Confirmation of Election is welcomed
The Bishop of Carlisle, the Rt Rev Rob Saner-Haigh, has welcomed the Confirmation of Election of the new Archbishop of Canterbury.
Read more →28 January 2026
Diocese of Carlisle - News - Key new ministry development lead appointment is made
A key appointment has been made to support the growth of ministry development across the Church of England in Cumbria.
Read more →18 September 2025
Diocese of Carlisle - News - Lol Wood appointed Growing Young Enabler for Children and Families
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Lol Wood as the Diocese’s Growing Younger Enabler for Children and Families. This role sits within The Cumbrian Way programme and focuses on children aged
Read more →20 March 2025
Diocese of Carlisle - News - Independent safeguarding audit report published
An independent audit of safeguarding in the Diocese of Carlisle and at Carlisle Cathedral has praised a “strong commitment” to ensuring our worshipping communities are safer places for all.
Read more →14 December 2022
Diocese of Carlisle - News - Church’s energy saving thermal tent
A Cumbrian congregation has come up with a unique way to save on energy bills by creating a thermal tent inside their church.
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Diocese of Carlisle - News - From Armed Robber To Vicar
The Rev Matt Martinson stares into space as he recalls the moment he walked into a York post office to commit an armed robbery.
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31 August 2019
Diocese of Carlisle - News - A Bible for the 'Millennials'
FOR an author, there’s a certain satisfaction in knowing that your Carlisle book launch is the second most successful for sales – beaten only by the Harry Potter novels!
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Diocese of Carlisle - News - BBC Man's Road to Ordination
BBC Radio Cumbria presenter Richard Corrie will never forget the moment he discovered he had been accepted for ordination – he nearly dropped his mobile ’phone in a deep fat fryer!
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