News & Stories


Richard Trethewey appointed chair of the DAC

16th October 2020

Richard Trethewey is taking on the role of chair of the Diocesan Advisory Committee (DAC). He will carry out this position alongside his current responsibilities as Rector of Glenfield and Newtown Linford, and Area Dean of Sparkenhoe East.


Mary Gregory announced as Rural Mission Enabler

16th October 2020

Mary Gregory has been appointed Rural Mission Enabler for the Diocese of Leicester and will carry out the position alongside her role as Team Rector of the Flagstaff family of churches in Ashby de la Zouch.


Bishop Guli elected to the House of Bishops and General Synod

15th October 2020

The Bishop of Loughborough joins the House of Bishops and General Synod


Leicester's BAME Mission and Ministry Enabler joins the Anti-Racism Taskforce

14th October 2020

Lusa joins the new group which will recommend urgent to improve the Church's record on racial justice and equality


First confirmation service since lockdown began

12th October 2020

Six candidates have been confirmed at Holy Trinity, Barrow on Soar, in the first confirmation since lockdown began


A Programme Manager appointed

12th October 2020

Claire Bampton joins Bishop's Leadership Team as Programme Manager


Bishop of Leicester's statement on Independent Inquiry into Child Sex Abuse Report on the Anglican Church

6th October 2020

A statement following the publication of the IICSA Report


Deacons ordained on Sunday at Leicester Cathedral

1st October 2020

The postponed ordination of Deacons took place at the Cathedral on Sunday over three services. Nick Baker, Pauline Cummins, Paul Emberton, Ros Harper, Maria Jukes, Rob Leveritt, Dawn Matthew, Crystal McAllister and Biddy Saunders were all ordained. 


30 years from SPCK to Christian Resources, and another Advent is coming…

1st October 2020

We're giving thanks to God this week for Janette in Christian Resources who marks the magnificent milestone of 30 years working in the city's bookshop. It's a role she was made to do, we think you'll agree. But the journey to a joyful role surrounded by theological books didn't start until she was honest with herself, and most significantly, God.  


Everyday Action brings a town together over the summer

28th September 2020

Over the past few years St Simon and St Jude's have been called to provide something for the families in their area. This year things had to look a little different... So they took ideas from previous ventures that had gone well and combined the breakfast and lunch offering with crafts and packed them in takeaway bags so that families could prepare the meals and craft activities at home.

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