Diocese of Shrewsbury

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The Catholic Diocese of

Shrewsbury

One family in faith

We are 170,000 Catholics in 89 parishes, gathered around the Eucharist and sent out in mission. Bishop Mark Davies leads us from the Cathedral in Shrewsbury. The diocese was founded in 1851 and we still travel together as one family in faith.

News & Stories

Pastoral letters from Bishop Mark, parish stories and updates from across the diocese. Read the latest and catch up.

Pastoral Letter on the World Day of Prayer for Vocations

Easter Homily of Rt Rev. Mark Davies, Bishop of Shrewsbury

Never lose sight of Jesus in the Eucharist, says Bishop at Chrism Mass

News Article

24 Feb 26

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Major rise in number of young adults seeking to enter the Church in Shrewsbury

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Events

What's on across the parishes, schools and the Cathedral. Pilgrimages, retreats, special Masses, and diocesan gatherings.

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Tour of the Relics of St Gerard Majella

25 May 26

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29 May 26

Shrewsbury Cathedral, St Werburgh’s, Chester, Ss Peter & Paul, New Brighton and St Joseph’s, Stockport.

The relics of St Gerard Majella, the beloved Redemptorist saint known for miracles, deep prayer, and as the patron saint of mothers, expectant parents, and children, will visit the Diocese of Shrewsbury this May.

Liturgy

Inclusive Accessible Mass at St Peter’s Hazel Grove

14 Jun 26

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14 Jun 26

St Peter’s Catholic Church, Green Lane, Hazel Grove, SK7 4EA

BSL and Makaton signed Mass with sensory areas. Next date 14 June 2026.

Course

Betrothed Marriage Preparation Course Chester

20 Jun 26

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27 Jun 26

St Clare’s, Downsfield Rd, Chester, CH4 8HH

Two-Saturday marriage preparation course on 20 and 27 June 2026, 9.30am to 4.30pm.

St Mary’s College, Oscott

UK Catholic festival at St Mary’s College, Oscott, 24 to 27 July 2026.

Our Diocese

We serve 89 parishes, 109 Catholic schools, four hospitals, three prisons and a small university chaplaincy. The seat of the Bishop is Shrewsbury Cathedral, the Mother Church of the diocese.

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Our Faith

Whether you have worshipped here for years or are looking for the first time, you are welcome. Pick the door that fits where you are today.

Discover

New to the Church? Discover the beauty of the Catholic faith and get to grips with the basics right here.

Learn

Already Catholic and want to go deeper? Spend time with scripture, the sacraments and the saints.

Grow

The Christian life is a daily walk. Prayer, the sacraments, and service. We will walk with you.

Discern

Wondering what God is asking of your life? Marriage, priesthood, religious life, the single life lived for Christ. We will walk with you.