Revd Kat Marjoribanks was licensed as Associate Priest (Interim) of Emmanuel Loughborough and The Good Shepherd during a service of thanksgiving and commitment to shared ministry.
From the young starting out on their journey of discipleship, to a reawakening of faith much later in life, the stories shared within our parishes as people come to confirmation are both joyful and inspiring.
6–12 July 2026 is RECOGNISE, a national week of appreciation for everyone involved in ministry with children, young people, and their families. We spoke to Alex Scott, who has served as the Head of Youth and Children’s Work at Holy Trinity Leicester for 25 years!
We’re inviting you to think about parish contribution in the context of your own local ministry; and ask that you prayerfully reflect on what level of increase is realistic, considering how this might shape and sustain ministry in your church community and the wider diocese.
The Revd Ali Simpson-Smith was licensed as Team Vicar in the Benefice of Oadby Great Glen during worship of welcome and commitment to shared ministry.
In an expression of the deepest commitment someone can give to God, Fay recently made her Life Vow for the Single Consecrated Life (SCL).
Children and staff from Arnesby Church of England Primary School marked Pentecost with their much-loved annual pilgrimage to the neighbouring village of Shearsby, continuing a tradition that reflects the school’s values of faith, community, and togetherness.
Church leaders, clergy, lay ministers, and congregation members from across the diocese recently gathered for the Intercultural Worshipping Communities (IWC) Celebration and Learning Event. The special day marked the culmination of several years of intercultural ministry, learning, and transformation.
As the Diocese of Leicester prepares to mark a significant milestone in its history, we are delighted to bring you details of our Diocesan Centenary Celebration Worship Gathering with very special guest, the Archbishop of Canterbury.
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