Black History Month – Why Do We Celebrate?
29th September 2025Black History Month in the UK began in 1987 to share, celebrate and understand the impact of Black heritage and culture within society.
News & Stories
The Joys and Challenges of Intercultural Churches
25th September 2025Bishop Martyn was recently invited to speak at a conference on “intercultural churches” in Bonn, Germany. The conference included people from the Diocese in Europe (part of the Church of England) and the Episcopal Church in Europe (part of the USA Episcopal Church).
Giving Thanks For Leicester Longwool Sheep
22nd September 2025The county played host to a global conference for breeders of Leicester Longwool Sheep, marking the 300th anniversary of the birth of farmer Robert Bakewell of Dishley, alongside a service of celebration in the ruins of All Saints Church, which is located within Bakewell's original farm yard.
A Fond Farewell to Archdeacon Richard Worsfold
19th September 2025A special service to say farewell to the Venerable Richard Worsfold, Archdeacon of Leicester, was held during choral evensong at Leicester Cathedral on Monday 15 September. The congregation was filled with well-wishers, signifying the close friendships, connections and ministries that Richard and his wife Jenny have developed over the last 30 years in the diocese.
A Vow for Life: Janine’s Calling to the Single Consecrated Life
17th September 2025In a first for the diocese, and the final step in her vocation, Janine Fair recently made her Life Vow for the Single Consecrated Life (SCL).
Reframing Resilience: Lived Experience of the Filipino Chaplaincy in the Diocese
17th September 2025As we continue sharing stories during East & Southeast Asian (ESEA) Heritage Month, we hear from Revd Fr. Herbert Jr F Fadriquela as he reflects upon the lived experience of the Filipino Chaplaincy in the Diocese of Leicester. A Eucharistic Pilgrimage of Faith, Hope, and Solidarity...
Late Summer Confirmations
15th September 2025Throughout August and into the beginning of September, across the Diocese of Leicester, a number of people - young and old - made a commitment to God, sharing their faith stories and celebrating with their church communities, friends, and families.
Summer Crafts at the Cathedral
15th September 2025Around 800 children participated in free craft activities at Leicester Cathedral during the summer holidays. From archaeology to falcon crafts, clay grotesques and music workshops, a changing offer meant families attended regularly.
Eco Action: Lament and Eco Church Conversations
15th September 2025Earlier this month, as part of Creationtide, people from around the diocese came together at All Saints Church in Loughborough for the second Eco Church Conversations event.
Listening to Children and Young People: Safeguarding
8th September 2025During the spring and summer term this year, the theme chosen by young people was Safeguarding, with the listening campaign created in partnership with our Diocesan Safeguarding Team.
