News & Stories


Mothers’ Union RISE UP to 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

21st November 2024

Every year members of the Mothers’ Union participate in 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence in order to raise awareness of violence against women and girls.

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Pastoral Message from Bishop Martyn

15th November 2024

A pastoral message from Bishop Martyn to those in the Diocese of Leicester, following the release of the Makin Review and the resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, and offering an update on the Minster Community process.

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SoundCafe Leicester Granted the King’s Award for Voluntary Service

14th November 2024

SoundCafe Leicester has been granted the King’s Award for Voluntary Service. This is the highest award a local voluntary group can receive in the UK and is equivalent to an MBE.

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Bishops' statement regarding the resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury

12th November 2024

A statement from the Bishops of Leicester and Loughborough in response to the publication of the Makin review and the resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury.


Remembrance Sunday 2024

11th November 2024

Across the diocese, our churches and schools have been holding services and taking part in civic and community events to mark Remembrance Sunday.

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Bishops Appoint Sophie Holder as Diocesan Director of Racial Equity

11th November 2024

Sophie will be commissioned to her new role at Diocesan Synod on Saturday 23 November 2024 and will begin work on Friday 6 December 2024.

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Supporting our Link Diocese: Fundraising for New Benches in Kiteto Cathedral

8th November 2024

A diocesan campaign to raise enough money to provide durable, long-lasting seating in Kiteto Cathedral, is appealing to churches to donate the price of one bench.

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Independent review into Church’s handling of Smyth case published

8th November 2024

The independent review by Keith Makin into the Church of England’s handling of allegations of serious abuse by the late John Smyth has been published.


‘How To’ Films…  Answering Questions Around Children’s and Youth Ministry   

6th November 2024

The ‘How to’ films address some of the most pressing questions raised by Children's and Youth Ministers and volunteers, and offer practical tools, creative ideas and Biblical insights.

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Finding New Ways to Bless the Community of Belgrave

4th November 2024

The mission and ministry of St Peter's Church in Belgrave is featured in a new video, as part of a series highlighting 'New Communities' across the Diocese of Leicester.

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