The Parish of Tividale was established in 1878 to serve the workers in the foundries and factories of this part of Tipton. Right from the start it was a stronghold of the Tractarian Movement. It has maintained an uncompromising devotion to the Catholic Faith and is currently a "Forward in Faith" Parish under the episcopal ministry of the Bishop of Ebbsfleet. Resolutions A, B and C are all in force. Resolution C having been passed again unanimously this year.
There are two churches in the parish.
St. Michael's lies off the A 4033 about 150 yards east of Burnt Tree Island. The Victorian parish church was demolished about 12 years ago because of serious structural problems. A new church complex was opened in 1996.
The picture shows the interior of St. Michael's Church
Holy Cross Church is situated in Ashleigh Road on the Grace Mary Estate on the south side of the A4123. It is a dual purpose building and dates from 1966.
For all enquiries relating to Holy Cross Church and St. Michael's please contact Annette on 0121-532-6383.