News & Stories


February Confirmations

Last month three wonderful services of confirmation took place across the diocese


Bishop Martyn speaks in favour of the Carers' Leave Bill

Bishop Martyn spoke in the House of Lords today in favour of the Carers' Leave Bill which, if passed, would give employees the right to a week's leave to help them manage their caring responsibilities.


Bishop's Lent Appeal 2023 - Home For Good

Find out more about this year's Lent Appeal


Bishop's statement at General Synod during Living in Love and Faith debate

Bishop Martyn speaks out against aggression that has hurt LGBTQI+ Christians


General Synod to debate Bishops' Living in Love and Faith proposals

Bishops committed to a church that is diverse, where people can hold very different views and nevertheless live well together, and worship and work together in God’s kingdom


Bishop speaks on Living in Love and Faith (LLF)

The LLF proposals will be outlined in a report to the Church’s General Synod, which meets in London in February.


Bishop calls for greater recognition of faith groups in resilience law

The Bishop of Leicester spoke in a House of Lords debate on the Civil Contingencies Act


Revd Richard Trethewey licensed as Assistant Archdeacon

The licensing of Revd Richard Trethewey as Assistant Archdeacon was held during Morning Prayer at Bishop’s Lodge on Thursday, January 5. 


+Martyn's Monthly updates - January 2023

In this month's update Bishop Martyn explores the diocesan priority of reconciliation and it's wider application in the church and the world.


A Christmas message from Bishop Martyn and Bishop Saju

The Bishops share their Christmas message for 2022

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