News & Stories


Intercultural 'New Beginnings'

2nd October 2023

A gloriously intercultural service celebrating ‘New Beginnings’ and commitment to shared ministry, took place at the Church of the Martyrs in Leicester recently as Michael Jawahar B Ravuri was licensed in the role of Intercultural Ministry Enabler.


Update from Bishop Martyn

29th September 2023

Bishop Martyn shared a video update in which he reflects upon our diocesan vision

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Love, support and prayer for the Ukrainian community in every stitch

29th September 2023

This patchwork quilt has been lovingly hand-stitched by a faithful and faith-filled network of quilters, who regularly retreat at Launde Abbey, to raise money for Ukrainian people living in Leicester.

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Revd Barry Hill is Licensed as Strategy Development Enabler for the diocese

26th September 2023

Revd Barry Hill tells us more about his new role and what it means for our worshipping communities.

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Celebrating September Confirmations Around The Diocese

25th September 2023

As we move through the Season of Creation, services of confirmation continue in the diocese, with Bishop Saju and Bishop Martin leading three celebrations during September


Retired Clergy and Families Gather in Fellowship, Prayer and Praise

22nd September 2023

A 'delightful day' was had at Launde Abbey by retired clergy who served in the diocese, plus those who now live here.


Green and Faithful in Western Park

22nd September 2023

Creationtide is a great time to start, or expand upon, our eco-conscious endeavours. A place for inspiration might be the Western Park Green Fair!

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Bishop Martyn calls on Government to develop strategy for integration

14th September 2023

On Thursday 14 September, Bishop Martyn spoke in the House of Lords calling for a robust long-term strategy from Government to help people of different faiths and cultures live well together here in the UK.

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Bishop Saju to support Coventry Diocese during Vacancy-in-See

13th September 2023

As the Diocese of Coventry enters a period of Vacancy-in See, Bishop Saju has agreed to provide one day a week of support, serving as one of their Assistant Bishops.

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Listening To Young Voices

13th September 2023

How do we authentically hear and respond to the voice of children and young people in the Diocese of Leicester? To find some answers, we have been experimenting with a termly, youth-led, listening process.

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