Bishop Martyn’s Commitment to Support the City’s Homeless Community
9th October 2024Bishop Martyn recently visited The Bridge Homelessness to Hope on Melton Street in Leicester to meet the staff and guests of the charity.
News & Stories
Service held in Lament of Homelessness
7th October 2024Around 100 people gathered in Leicester Cathedral on 2 October for a service in lament of homelessness. The worship was a time to reflect on the realities of homelessness and to consider how best to work together to serve those affected.
The Rainbow Shop Celebrates 40 Years of Fundraising
1st October 2024Over the last four decades, the shop’s hard-working volunteers from the church and village community in Countesthorpe have helped raise a staggering £275,000 for Christian Aid
An Act of Solidarity in the City
1st October 2024Christians from the Diocese of Leicester were recently involved in an act of solidarity to offer support and loving service to asylum seekers living in their local community.
Introducing Adam Clarke - Net Zero Carbon Programme Manager
18th September 2024We are delighted to announce that Adam Clarke has joined the diocese as Net Zero Carbon Programme Manager and will be operating across the dioceses of Leicester and Peterborough.
The Village Heart at St John’s: A New Chapter for Donisthorpe
16th September 2024The historic church was recently rededicated by Bishop Saju during a service of thanksgiving, marking the completion of a significant reordering project. The ambitious plan, aptly named ‘The Village Heart at St John’s’ has transformed the church into a welcoming and versatile space for the entire community.
'Sofa Chat' and a Cuppa with the Community
12th August 2024The Church of the Martyrs in Leicester have found a great way to casually, and rather comfortably, connect with its neighbours this summer through ‘Sofa Chat’.
Renew Wellbeing Cafés
8th August 2024The Diocese of Leicester has been selected to join a pilot scheme offering parishes training and support from Renew Wellbeing to launch simple, welcoming, café-style spaces.
Eco Church Conversations
24th July 2024We are holding an Eco Church Conversations Day on Saturday, September 14 from 10am – 2pm, at Holy Trinity Church in Leicester. It’s open to anyone, of any age, and all denominations are welcome to come and join in the fun.
Creation is God’s Gift to Us to Enjoy and Steward
14th June 2024Decked out in rainbow colours to celebrate God’s wonderful creation, St Mary in Charnwood Church looked quite the part for its community Eco Fair held recently.
