Clergy who are approaching retirement and/or who choose to spend their retirement in the Diocese of Leicester are supported through diocesan officers in various ways.
Contact Revd Tony Leighton, Bishop’s Officer for Retired Clergy and Widowed Families of Clergy, who is happy to be contacted by retired or soon-to-be retired clergy:
Revd Tony Leighton
07792 415324 / Tony.Leighton@LeicesterCofE.org
There are many different paths to take for those who would like to continue in fellowship, support, vocation and development in their retirement.
Download the ‘Retirement within the Diocese of Leicester’ document which has some helpful information.
Retired clergy are still entitled to apply for Continuing Ministry Development grants (up to £160.00 per year) and are very much welcome at most CMD events.
There is also an active Retired Clergy and Family Committee, which offers a range of opportunities for fellowship and support.