Faith, Hope and Centenary Celebration with Archbishop Sarah
14th September 2026It was an honour and a blessing to welcome the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Revd Dame Sarah Mullally, to the Diocese of Leicester.
News & Stories
Building Friendships Through Shared Hospitality
14th September 2026This summer, St Philip’s Centre helped bring together women from different faiths and communities through a series of visits, conversations and shared meals.
Ordination Services 2026
14th September 2026In the diocese, we will ordain five new priests and six new deacons this year, coming from the breadth of the Church of England across all its diversity in theological conviction, practice and understanding.
A Warm Welcome Awaits Archbishop Sarah
11th September 2026A message from the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Revd Dame Sarah Mullally, ahead of her visit to the Diocese of Leicester this weekend.
Young Adults Invited to Shape the Future of the Church of England
6th September 2026Following the 2025 General Synod motion affirming the importance of hearing and responding to the voices of children and young people, exciting opportunities are growing for young adults to participate in the life and decision-making of the Church of England.
Celebrating 150 Years of Mothers' Union
6th September 2026Across the Diocese of Leicester, in the city of Leicester and throughout the county of Leicestershire, Mothers' Union members support some of the most vulnerable people in our communities.
East & South East Asian Heritage Month: Listen, Learn & Celebrate
6th September 2026As we mark East and South East Asian Heritage Month (ESEA) during September, we invite you to take time to celebrate the rich cultures, histories and contributions of people with East and South East Asian heritage across the UK and within the life of the Church and Diocese.
New Building Management Portal
6th September 2026The Church of England is introducing the Building Management Portal, a new national digital system for managing applications relating to works on churches, their contents, and churchyards, with a planned release date of 6 October 2026.
Celebrating God’s Creation and Our Calling to Care for It
24th August 2026Creationtide, or the Season of Creation, is the period in the Church's annual calendar from 1 September to 4 October dedicated to celebrating God as Creator and Sustainer of all life. It is a time to give thanks for the gift of creation and to renew our commitment to care for God's world through prayer, worship, learning, and practical action.
A New Chapter for Intercultural Mission and Ministry
24th August 2026Though the Intercultural Worshipping Communities project has officially come to an end, building Intercultural Communities remains a significant priority for the Diocese of Leicester. To support this, we have established an Intercultural Steering Group, appointed and commissioned Intercultural Champions in our churches, and launched an Intercultural Network open to anyone interested in this area of mission and ministry.
