Apprentice Track 24/25 stories
There are 4 exciting pathways for 18-30s to deepen their faith, grow in community and develop as a leader in 2024-2025. Scroll below to read some incredible stories and further details on how to apply. Charis' Story God took my tentative yes two years ago and has used it to completely transform my life. He is that good that he took what was half-hearted to take me on a journey of growing closer to the Father’s heart and deeper into my
Eco Church Silver Award for Austerfield and Bawtry churches
St Helena's Austerfield and St Nicholas' Bawtry, both part of the same benefice, have recently received the A Rocha silver eco church award. Their curate, Liz Mack, shares some of their journey to receiving the awards below. "We are focused on changing culture across the churches, rather than simply ticking boxes to say we are doing certain things that make us eco conscious. We now have an Eco Team that regularly meets to help each other with our award submissions, and share ideas
Bishop Paul champions early interventions and foster carers that support children in care
In the House of Lords yesterday Bishop Paul spoke in the debate on the number of children being committed into the care of local authorities. Drawing from his own experience as a foster carer, Bishop Paul highlighted the increasing financial challenges facing local authorities, the importance of funding services which provide early intervention, and the need to support existing foster carers. https://youtu.be/WTWhLZqo0jA
Our Vision Film – Living Hope
Filmed across churches and schools in our Diocese, this video captures the heart of our vision and mission https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFxN9lp2tZ8
16th April
Today we pray for Blyth, St Mary & St Martin's Priory Church; Scrooby, St Wilfrid; Ranskill, St Barnabas and also The Diocese of Dominican Republic – The Episcopal Church
Service of Thanksgiving for George Cassidy
You may have already received the sad news that George Cassidy, Bishop of Southwell and Nottingham from 1999-09, died peacefully on the 29th March following a serious stroke three weeks ago. Bishop Paul writes: ‘During his ten years as diocesan bishop, along with his wife, Jane, George touched the lives of many across the diocese through his kind and wise leadership. He inspired and encouraged many to enter into ordained and lay ministries, giving tremendous support and confidence to people to take
15th April
Today we pray for Miserton, All Saints; Beckingham, All Saints; Clayworth, St Peter; Walkeringham, St Mary Magdalene; West Stockwith, St Mary theBlessed Virgin; Gringley-on-the-Hill, St Peter & Paul. We also pray for The Diocese of Doko – The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion).
14th April
Today we pray for The Idles and Sands, Retford (Babworth, All Saints; Bothamsall, Our Lady & St Peter; Eaton, All Saints; Elkesley, St Giles; Scofton, St John;Sutton-cum-Lound, St Bartholomew; West Drayton, St Paul) and The Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia.
13th April
Today we pray for the River Idle Benefice (Bawtry, St Nicholas; Austerfield, St Helena; Misson, St John the Baptist; Everton, Holy Trinity; Mattersey, All Saints) and the Diocese of Dogura – The Anglican Church of Papua New Guinea
Easter Stories – Part 2
We're pleased to share some more great stories from across our Diocese this Easter! Wiverton in the Vale There's been a wonderful series of services and events in the churches of Wiverton in the Vale. One of which included a reenactment of the Last Supper and the trail and crucifixion of Jesus. This took the form of a passion play and pilgrimage, as church congregations travelled across the surrounding area as the scenes unfolded. Many people attended services on Easter Sunday, Sue