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As part of the Church of England we serve over a million people through our network of around 300 churches across the city and county of Nottinghamshire, with two in South Yorkshire, and 73 church schools. We seek to live for Jesus and make his grace and truth known for everyone in our world today.

Our Vision

We believe there is nothing better anyone can do with their life than become a follower of Jesus Christ. For this reason we are committed to Growing Disciples of Christ with compassion, confidence and courage.

Our Diocese

We serve over a million people and represent the Church of England in Nottinghamshire and two parishes in South Yorkshire, sharing our faith, supporting communities and seeking the transforming presence of God to express Christianity in diverse, inclusive and vibrant ways across urban, suburban, estate, rural village, market town and post-industrial contexts.

Our People

Every person in each local church is called to join in with the mission of God. We seek to help and care for people in all the communities across our diocese, making a difference in living for Christ.

DAILY PRAYERS

27th December

St John, Apostle and Evangelist: ‘The Word was made Flesh and Dwelt Among Us’. With these words John acclaims, the Incarnation of God and Man. Today, we are thankful for John’s gift and for all evangelists in the Church. Pray for Christians in other denominations and the work of the ecumenical movement. Please also pray for The Diocese of Kurunegala – The Church of Ceylon (Extra Provincial).

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We’re always on the look out for talented and passionate people to join our ever growing team of people. Take a look at our vacancies below.

NEWS

Bishop Paul’s Christmas Sermon from Southwell Minster

‘How our hearts can find a home and be at rest in God’s love at Christmas’ In his Christmas sermon at the Midnight Communion in the Cathedral on Christmas Eve, Bishop Paul spoke about the way God’s peace can help our hearts to find rest and a true home in the love of Christ. He posed the question: “How do we find the peace about which the angels sang, when so many things in our lives and world seem to conspire […]

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