Our New Deacons Share Their Journeys to Ordination
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.
News & Stories
South Asian Heritage Month
Next week sees the start of South Asian Heritage Month (18 July to 17 August) – a time in the calendar when we, as Christians, are invited to celebrate and learn more about the heritage of people with roots in South Asia
Ordinations 2024
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.
Changes at St Martins House Conference Centre and the Christian Resources Shop
A number of changes are being proposed for the use of St Martins House Conference Centre, Leicester, over the coming months.
School Children Honouring the Past and Looking to the Future with Love
Children from Swinford CofE Primary were bowled over by Bishop Saju when he joined them to celebrate the school’s 150th Anniversary recently, even managing to squeeze in a game of cricket during his visit.
Taking the Next Steps on Your Journey in Faith
If you are seeking to grow in your knowledge of the Christian Faith, deepen your relationship with God and explore how to live out your faith in your whole life, then our Journey in Faith (JiF) course is a great place to start.
Children and Young People from the Diocese Describe What Helps Them Pray
Seeing prayer as a conversation with God and preferring silent prayer in a calm environment to praying out loud or using apps were among the key findings of this term’s listening exercise on the theme of prayer, which involved nearly 150 children and young people, aged 6 to 17.
Draft Diocesan Strategy Presented to Leaders From Across Diocese
Following a discernment morning in January, members of Diocesan Synod, Diocesan Trustees, Bishop’s Children and Youth Council, Bishop’s Council, Area Deans, Lay Chairs and the Bishop’s Leadership Team met on Wednesday 19 June to review the draft diocesan strategy, in advance of it coming to Diocesan Synod in September.
Final Annual Service for the Royal Leicestershire Tigers Held in the Cathedral
On Sunday 16 June, members of the Royal Tigers’ Association and the Royal Anglian Regiment celebrated their final annual service at Leicester Cathedral, with their Regimental Standard being presented to the Dean for “eternal safekeeping” in the Cathedral and two plaques in memory of two former Commanding Officers of the Regiment being dedicated.
Rain at Download Doesn’t Dampen Chaplaincy Team's Spirits
40 people, lay and ordained, joined the Chaplaincy Team for this year's Download to offer festival-goers a safe space, a listening ear and to offer prayer.
