22nd December
We pray for On the fourth Advent Sunday, we pray: Lord Jesus Christ, light of the world, we welcome you. Shine on us and help us to reflect your light. Amen. Please also pray for The Church of the Province of Uganda.
21st December
We pray for those who work in retail around our diocese at this busy time of year. Please also pray for The Diocese of Krishna-Godavari – The Church of South India (United).
Revd Dr James Saunders inducted and installed as vicar of St Mary’s Nottingham
‘I pray that you will be a church where the Wisdom of God is made known, in your worship, your prayers, your service to the people of Nottingham, and in your compassionate, confident and courageous mission, above all in Growing Disciples in partnership with churches across this city.” Tuesday evening was a significant evening in the city as Revd James Saunders was inducted and installed as vicar of St Mary's Church, Nottingham. The words above are from Bishop Paul's sermon during the
Christmas Stories Part 2
With less than a week to go until Christmas, there have been so many stories of hope, peace, love and joy in our parishes this Advent. From carolling trams to overflowing services, parish retreats and creative school visits. Read below for some of the encouraging stories across our Diocese. The Carolling Tram - St Wilfrid's, Wilford In partnership with the Nottingham Express Transit team, Revd Jacob Tyers and a group from St Wilfrid's in Nottingham gathered together at Clifton South tram-stop
December’s Diocesan Day of Prayer
Amongst the often busy season of Advent, Thursday 12th was a special day of prayer set aside for the Diocese. Each month churches and schools are encouraged to pray together as we seek God's Living Hope for the city, towns and villages of Nottinghamshire and beyond. City Prayer - Council House, Market Square Thursday began at 7:00am in the Council House, right in the centre of the city. Nottingham City Prayer is a monthly gathering for churches across denominations to
20th December
We pray for Brinsley, St James the Great; Underwood, St Michael & All Angels. Please also pray for The Diocese of Western Kowloon – Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui.
19th December
We pray for Kirkby-in-Ashfield, St Wilfrid. Please also pray for The Diocese of Eastern Kowloon – Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui.
18th December
We pray for Sutton-in-Ashfield, St Mary Magdalene. Please also pray for The Diocese of Kootenay – The Anglican Church of Canada.
17th December
We pray for Sutton-in-Ashfield, New Cross Community Church. Please also pray for The Diocese of Kontagora – The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion).
16th December
We pray for Skegby, St Andrew; Teversal, St Katherine; Stanton Hill, All Saints. Please also pray forThe Diocese of Kongor – Province of the Episcopal Church of South Sudan.