Case for reducing child poverty must be made
5th December 2025Writing for the Church Times this week, Bishop Martyn makes the case that Christian views on specific welfare policies vary, but a fairer society benefits everyone.
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Bishop Martyn's response to the government's Child Poverty Strategy
5th December 2025Bishop Martyn made the following statement on social media, in response to today's publication of the government's Child Poverty Strategy (5 December 2025).
Bishop Martyn Welcomes End Of Two-Child Limit
26th November 2025A statement from the Bishop of Leicester, the Rt Revd Martyn Snow, the Church of England’s lead bishop for child poverty issues, following the budget this afternoon (26 November, 2025).
Blue Christmas
20th November 2025As we come to the end of November, our thoughts turn to Advent and the festivities that follow. The Christmas season is often associated with joy and celebration, but for some, it can be a very challenging time.
A Year of Growth and Community Impact in Lutterworth
12th November 2025St Mary’s Church in Lutterworth is celebrating a remarkable year of growth, connection, and compassion through the work of the Churchgate Community Centre, which continues to be a vibrant hub for people aged five to 95.
Introducing the Diocese of Leicester’s Ministry Experience Scheme Class of 25/26
5th November 2025We are delighted to have 12 participants enrolled on the Church of England Ministry Experience Scheme this academic year. They will be serving a range of churches across the Diocese of Leicester and engaging with a breadth of ministry including children and youth work, social action, community engagement, schools, worship and creative media.
In Lament of Homelessness
27th October 2025A service in lament of homelessness was held at Leicester Cathedral. With Homelessness Sunday and World Homelessness Day taking place on 5 and 10 October respectively, the annual service was held on 17 October this year.
Blessing Beaumont Leys for 40 Years
16th October 2025Christ the King Church in Beaumont Leys recently celebrated its 40th anniversary of dedication with a service led by the Rt Revd Saju Muthalaly, Bishop of Loughborough.
Reframing Resilience: Lived Experience of the Filipino Chaplaincy in the Diocese
17th September 2025As we continue sharing stories during East & Southeast Asian (ESEA) Heritage Month, we hear from Revd Fr. Herbert Jr F Fadriquela as he reflects upon the lived experience of the Filipino Chaplaincy in the Diocese of Leicester. A Eucharistic Pilgrimage of Faith, Hope, and Solidarity...
Introducing the Revd Phil Bryson, Diocesan Disability Adviser
4th August 2025As part of our commitment as a diocese to prioritise the inclusion and flourishing of all God’s people in our worshipping communities, the Revd Phil Bryson has taken up the position of Diocesan Disability Adviser.
