News & Stories - Diocese of Leicester

INEQE Safeguarding Audit Surveys

15th June 2026

The Diocese of Leicester and Leicester Cathedral are currently taking part in the INEQE Safeguarding Audit, an important process that helps ensure our churches and communities are safe, welcoming, and supportive for all. As part of this audit, surveys have been shared with our church, cathedral and wider communities, to gather valuable feedback about safeguarding practice and culture across the diocese. We would like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who has already taken the time to complete the relevant survey(s).

RECOGNISE

15th June 2026

RECOGNISE (6-12 July 2026) is a national week of recognition for everyone involved in ministry with children, young people, and their families (CYPF). And Sunday 12 July is a day for churches nationwide to celebrate and thank those involved in this vital ministry.

Have Your Say: INEQE Safeguarding Surveys Now Open

8th June 2026

*The following article references safeguarding.* The INEQE safeguarding surveys are now live and will remain open until Wednesday 5 August 2026. The surveys provide an opportunity to share your experiences and perspectives of safeguarding across the Diocese of Leicester and Leicester Cathedral, including what’s working well and where things could be better.

A New Chapter in Ministry

8th June 2026

The licensing of Revd Steve Bailey as Assistant Archdeacon was held during Morning Prayer at Bishop’s Lodge on Tuesday 2 June.

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Should Clergy Use AI?

8th June 2026

A statement from the Rt Revd Martyn Snow, Lord Bishop of Leicester, on the use of AI (artificial intelligence) by church leaders.

Growing Church and Intercultural Communities

8th June 2026

Recent news in the diocese has brought some really encouraging stories to light, with a significant rise in baptisms and growing numbers of people coming to church, particularly from global majority heritage backgrounds. But this growth hasn’t happened overnight. It reflects years of intentional work through one of the diocese’s key priorities, Intercultural Communities and the Intercultural Worshipping Community Project.

A Sunny Celebration of the Call to Lay Ministry

1st June 2026

The sun shone on Saturday (23 May 2026) for the Called Together service at Leicester Cathedral, as we lifted high and celebrated our lay ministers and the ministry they carry out across the Diocese.

Blessing the Boundary and Celebrating Community Cohesion Through Cricket

1st June 2026

Leicestershire and Rutland Cricket Foundation marked the start of the new cricket season with its annual Season Blessing. The event included a multi-faith blessing by religious and community leaders from across Leicestershire, in a service led by the Ven Richard Trethewey, Archdeacon of Leicester, and was a celebration of unity, reflection and community spirit.

Bishop Martyn Visits Leicester’s Romanian Orthodox Community

27th May 2026

Bishop Martyn recently met with Father Stefan and members of Leicester’s Romanian Orthodox community. During the visit, he was shown around the church and spoke with the congregation about the challenges they have faced in migrating to Leicester, as well as their desire to play an active part in the city’s community life and wider ecumenical relationships.

Cursillo and a Weekend of Faith, Friendship and Renewal

26th May 2026

The Cursillo weekend is often described as a pilgrimage and church members are invited to take part as pilgrims. It offers a simple introduction to the purpose of Cursillo and to the way it supports ongoing faith development within the life of the Church. The weekend is relaxed and centres on spiritual growth through prayer, study, and action.