Sunday 9 February is Racial Justice Sunday. Entering its 30th year of celebration, this is a unique day in which we, as the body of Christ, highlight the continued need to oppose racism and pursue racial justice.
There was much joy, hope and thanks given to God for the gift of lay ministry in the parish of Broughton Astley, Croft with Stoney Stanton recently, as Heather Beadle and Malcolm Burland were commissioned as Locally Authorised Ministers.
This year, Leicester was one of several dioceses to partner with the Church of England 30k Project to pilot new training programmes for children and youth leaders. We are now recruiting for participants to join a second cohort in Autumn 2024.
A few days before their ordination, Rachael, Heather, Nicholas, Stuart and Cameron shared with us what it means for them to be stepping into the next chapter of their ministry.
We are delighted to report that the 2024 Petertide Ordinations in the Diocese of Leicester took place over the weekend in two joyful services at Leicester Cathedral.
The Diocese of Leicester has been awarded Bronze Eco Diocese status in recognition of our efforts to care for the earth and demonstrate Christian hope for God’s world
What an encouraging sight – the joyful smiles of children learning, loving, and leading sung worship on a Sunday morning!
After a period of discernment, teaching and theological reflection, four Lay Worship Leaders were recently commissioned to the Benefice of Shepshed and Oaks.
Next month we are holding a diocesan vocations day, as an opportunity for people to explore their sense of calling.
A new calendar year and the journey continues for our eight MES students serving communities around the Diocese of Leicester.
