On Saturday 7 September, around 100 people came together at Launde Abbey in the diocese for an outdoor worship gathering, organised by the OWL Network (Outdoor Worship Leicestershire) and Peterborough Outdoor Worship.
The Reverend Fran Grasham was recently licensed as Resident Chaplain of Launde Abbey by Bishop Saju during midday prayer in the Chapel.
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.
Celebrating the work of our clergy around the diocese, in our parishes and at Launde Abbey, we share with you two licensings that have recently taken place in the Diocese of Leicester.
This patchwork quilt has been lovingly hand-stitched by a faithful and faith-filled network of quilters, who regularly retreat at Launde Abbey, to raise money for Ukrainian people living in Leicester.
A 'delightful day' was had at Launde Abbey by retired clergy who served in the diocese, plus those who now live here.
The new Warden has been licensed and installed
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Revd James Pickersgill has been licensed as Chaplain to the Bishop of Leicester
Bishop Martyn and others met with the Newmans marking their retirement from Launde Abbey
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A new Warden has been appointed for Launde Abbey