New headteachers were welcomed into the Church school family of the Diocese of Leicester with induction training and networking, followed by a commissioning service and shared meal.
Earlier this year, to better understand our culture around safeguarding as a diocese, the Bishops’ Leadership Team commissioned an independent facilitator, to run a series of focus groups and online survey with clergy, lay ministers and parish safeguarding co-ordinators.
Black History Month in the UK began in 1987 to share, celebrate and understand the impact of Black heritage and culture within society.
Bishop 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).
The 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 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.
In 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).
As 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...
Throughout 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.
Around 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.
