New Dean of Leicester Announced
1st December 2023The Bishop of Leicester yesterday announced that Revd Canon Karen Rooms will be the next Dean of Leicester – becoming the third person to hold the post.
News & Stories
Mothers’ Union Call to Action Against Gender-Based Violence
24th November 2023Members of the Mothers’ Union around the Diocese of Leicester are coming together to tackle gender-based violence, raising money to protect young girls from Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in our link diocese, Kiteto, Tanzania. *This article covers sensitive topics - please read with care.*
Living Well Together Across Difference
24th November 2023At a time when important, and often difficult, conversations are being held within the Church of England, Christians around the diocese are being encouraged to engage with the reconciliation ministry course, Difference.
Local Co-Op Helps Fundraising for Church’s Loving Service of the Community
24th November 2023Groby Co-op has selected as one of its local charities, the Ratby Lunch Club, Cinema Club and Holiday at Home scheme - church-led initiatives to help reduce isolation amongst older people.
Stick With Love: An Intergenerational ADVENTure
23rd November 2023A new intergenerational Advent resource, based on the Archbishop of York's Advent 2023 book, Stick with Love: Rejoicing in Every Tongue, Every Tribe, Every Nation, by Bishop Arun Arora.
Help the Diocese of Leicester Develop a Survivor Strategy
22nd November 2023The Diocese of Leicester’s Safeguarding team are looking for local survivors to participate in a focus group to help develop a survivor strategy for the Diocese of Leicester and Leicester Cathedral, shaping future care and support for survivors.
Global Carol Service
20th November 2023Everyone is warmly invited to our diocesan Global Carol Service – an intercultural celebration of Global Christmas.
Introducing the Ministry Experience Scheme Class of 2023/24
17th November 2023There’s a new team of hope-filled, joy-inspiring, God-loving young adults in our diocese, and they’re making waves in our worshipping communities.
Clergy Licensings: At Launde Abbey and in Archdeaconry
16th November 2023Celebrating the work of our clergy around the diocese, in our parishes and at Launde Abbey, we share with you two licensings that have recently taken place in the Diocese of Leicester.
Reflection from Nanpantan on beginning the Minster Community formation process
15th November 2023David, a worshipper at St Mary's, Nanpantan, shares his experience of the first Minster Community formation meeting