Anne Edwards

Senior Chaplain to @BishManchester & Co-ordinating Chaplain @EmmanuelTheoCol. Passionate about wellbeing.

[Diocese of Manchester @DioManchester]

The Right Reverend Dr David Walker, Bishop of Manchester, has issued this statement in response to the attack on Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue this morning.

“I am deeply shocked and saddened by the violent incident that has taken place this morning at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Crumpsall, Manchester. My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected –  the victims, their families, and the wider Jewish community – especially on this sacred day of Yom Kippur.

“Such acts of violence have no place in our communities. Manchester is a city built on diversity, mutual respect, and unity. As we showed after the horrific terrorist attack of 2017, the way we defy those who seek to sow seeds of hatred in our community, is to draw closer to one another in love. Hate can never defeat hate, only love can conquer hate.

“Today, we stand in solidarity with our Jewish neighbours and reaffirm our shared commitment to peace and safety for all. I commend the swift response of the emergency services and offer my full support to those working to bring healing and justice in the wake of this tragedy.

“Let us continue to pray for those injured, for the community in grief, and for the courage to stand together against hatred in all its forms.”

+David

@BishManchester

[Anne Edwards @RevAnneEdwards]

@EmmanuelTheoCol Many people would agree that Blackpool should have a Cathedral, but I think we were using Blackburn Cathedral whilst we wait for there to be one in Blackpool 🤣🤣🤣

[Anne Edwards @RevAnneEdwards]

Wonderful to see new and returning student , their families and friends plus the staff at the @EmmanuelTheoCol Commencement Eucharist. Praying for this new academic year 🙏

[Anne Edwards @RevAnneEdwards]

Celebrating the ministry of Spiritual Companionship in @DioManchester this afternoon. Such an important ministry. Thanks to Ven David Sharples and the Team for organising, @BishMiddleton for leading and preaching and the Sing My Soul Choral Scholars for their uplifting singing

[Anne Edwards @RevAnneEdwards]

@titu_helen @ksashcroft @Kim_Whiteside @k_mantron @r_mccarren Congratulations @titu_helen . Very well deserved 👏🎉

[Anne Edwards @RevAnneEdwards]

A fantastic appointment. Prayers for Bishop Cherry and the Church in Wales 🙏

[The Church in Wales | Yr Eglwys yng Nghymru @ChurchinWales]

Watch the moment that the 15th Archbishop of Wales was announced to the gathered Electoral College!

Archbishop Cherry will continue to serve as the Bishop of Monmouth, and will be enthroned in Newport Cathedral in the coming months.

Gwyliwch yr eiliad y cyhoeddwyd enw 15fed Archesgob Cymru i'r Coleg Etholiadol a gasglwyd!

Bydd yr Archesgob Cherry yn parhau i wasanaethu fel Esgob Mynwy, a bydd yn cael ei orseddu yng Nghadeirlan Casnewydd yn y misoedd nesaf.

[Anne Edwards @RevAnneEdwards]

Thanking God for the retired clergy, their spouses and our clergy widows and widowers in @DioManchester for all they give and have given over the years. So lovely to be able to celebrate with them in @ManCathedral

[Emmanuel Theological College @EmmanuelTheoCol]

"The college's absolute determination to champion me and what Jesus had called me to, has been invaluable!'' 🎓✨
At Emmanuel, every student’s journey is personal — and powerful and we’re here to champion you every step of the way!

[Emmanuel Theological College @EmmanuelTheoCol]

Emmanuel is now #OfSRegistered! Find out more and learn what this could mean for you next year: https://t.co/FEq40Zn4VI

[Anne Edwards @RevAnneEdwards]

Thank you to all who came to @DioManchester Vocation Support Group this evening at St Margaret’s Burnage with Rev Shemil Mathew from @EmmanuelTheoCol Lovely to explore different aspects of discernment, selection and training for ministry.

[Anne Edwards @RevAnneEdwards]

@BpBlackburn 🙏

[Anne Edwards @RevAnneEdwards]

Happy International Nurses Day to all the amazing Nurses, Student Nurses and Retired Nurses

[NHS England @NHSEngland]

Happy International Nurses’ Day!

Thank you to all our amazing nurses for the care and support you provide to patients every day. 💙

With more than 50 different nursing roles in the NHS, no two nursing careers are the same.

Learn more: https://t.co/G4mKhtOOzs

#IND2025

[Anne Edwards @RevAnneEdwards]

May Pope Francis rest in peace. Faithful servant and priest.

[Anne Edwards @RevAnneEdwards]

Congratulations Helen! It was a really good piece of research which has received many compliments. So glad you are being able to share it with a wider audience.

[Dr Helen Hindle @hmhindle]

Dancing with wisdom towards shalom: what I learned from older people living in residential care homes. Thank you to everyone who has supported along the way. @ChrisSwift1 @LutherKingHouse https://t.co/xSdBNcanLR

[Anne Edwards @RevAnneEdwards]

An absolute pleasure to spend time at the wonderful Thie Dy Vea Retreat House on the Isle of Man with this amazing group of people. A truly Spirit led retreat #wellbeing #timewithGod #hospitality #rest #silence #laughter

[Anne Edwards @RevAnneEdwards]

Congratulations Nick 🙏

[Diocese of Manchester @DioManchester]

The Revd Canon Dr Nicholas Bundock, Team Rector of @stjamesemmanuel has been elected as the new Bishop of the Diocese of Glasgow and Galloway @GGEpiscopal

During his time at St James and Emmanuel, Nick has developed and led an inclusive ministry which has been transformative in creating vibrant, welcoming, and growing communities for people of all backgrounds. In 2024, Nick was made Honorary Canon of Manchester Cathedral in recognition of his contribution to the mission of our diocese.

Congratulating Nick on his appointment, Bishop David @BishManchester said,

"I'm delighted that Nick's episcopal calling has been recognised. We have seen his gifts and talents growing ever stronger during his time in Manchester Diocese. Whilst we will miss him here, I am confident that this is the right next stage in his journey as a minister in Christ's Church."

Accepting the appointment, Nick said,

"I am deeply humbled and honoured to have been called to serve as the Bishop of Glasgow and Galloway. This is a diocese with a rich history, vibrant communities, and a deep commitment to embodying the love of Christ in every corner of its life.

"Throughout the discernment process, I have been moved by the openness, warmth, and faithfulness of the people I have encountered. It is with great joy that I look forward to walking alongside clergy, laity and their wider communities as we seek to nurture and grow God’s Kingdom together.

"As we face the challenges and opportunities of this time, I am inspired by the diocese’s vision of inclusion, justice, and hope. I firmly believe that the Scottish Episcopal Church has a unique voice to share in today’s world, and I am committed to supporting and encouraging all who contribute to its mission and ministry.

"I ask for your prayers as I prepare to take on this role, and I offer mine in return for the flourishing of this diocese and its people. Together, may we step boldly into the future, confident in the transforming power of God’s love to create a Church for Everyone.”

Read more https://t.co/m2CVQbDuKF

[Anne Edwards @RevAnneEdwards]

@k_mantron @palliative_wwl @maluki_f @annemarie_mcg @r_mccarren @melaniejaynepi1 They are an absolutely fabulous team who do so much dedicated and selfless work to care for patients and their families, and to support their colleagues

[Anne Edwards @RevAnneEdwards]

Huge thank you to @BishMiddleton for a wonderfully thought provoking evening on spirituality and to St. Gabriel’s, Prestwich for their hospitality. Another excellent @DioManchester Vocation Support Group.

[Anne Edwards @RevAnneEdwards]

@p_d_howard @GMMH_NHS Wishing you all the best