May 2025

“God, I’m tired of doing things my own way, I want to be your child again.” It was so good to sit down with Camila and hear her story of following a dream God gave to her when she was just 12 years old. Camila is from Brazil, and received a prophesy that one day she would become a missionary. During her early twenties Camila drifted away from God, but when she turned back to him, He reminded her of that

Diocesan Synod 10 May 2025  On Saturday 10th May the Diocesan Synod met at The Minster School, Southwell with the Archdeacon of Newark, The Venerable Tors Ramsey, leading opening worship.   Annual General Meeting Synod voted unanimously to receive the Annual Report and Financial Statements, as recommended by Bishop’s Council following their meeting on 29 April 2025. Canon Michael Arlington, Chair of Finance, provided an overview of financial performance and position. It was highlighted that Parish Share had increased significantly thanks to the hard work

Last week, the families and friends of 12 confirmation candidates from across the diocese gathered with the Trinity Church Nottingham congregation to celebrate their commitment to God. A range of ages and churches were represented among the candidates.  It was a joyful occasion of celebration, and it was beautiful to have people close to each candidate gather around them to pray as they were confirmed. Bishop Andy preached an encouraging message, inspiring deeper surrender to Jesus and active witness to the

‘Knowing Jesus has completely transformed my life.’ We loved sitting down with Charis to hear some of her story getting to know Jesus throughout her life. She grew up as “the vicar’s kid”, but when Charis encountered the Holy Spirit at a Christian conference aged 10, she felt a deep sense of being known by God for who she was. When finishing school Charis had plans to head off to university, until at that same conference years later she felt prompted

'God said, "even if you lose everything, I'll still be beside you."' It was so great to sit down with Elisha and hear some of her story of how God turned pain into purpose. Whilst she grew up going to church, when things got tough she clung to faith when she felt she had nothing else. Moving to Nottingham and working with young people facing similar challenges, God began stirring something new in Elisha and she felt prompted to join @theapprenticetrack

We're pleased to introduce ReadyToServe, a new programme that provides space and inspiration for people to explore God’s calling to ordained ministry. Spread over 12 months, participants will receive input across 3 in-person gatherings, online seminars and 1:1 conversations. There will be input from exceptional speakers, spacious times of worship and prayer, and engaging conversations of depth and discernment.  Bishop Paul shared: I am delighted that we are able to offer this opportunity to explore with others a calling to ordained ministry. I

It was a lovely afternoon service held in the Palace Gardens in Southwell on Thursday 15th May at 3pm, led by Southwell Minster's Acting Canon Pastor, Stephen Hippisley-Cox, to rededicate the bench 'HOPE'. Friends and supporters from Jubilee House and Southwell Minster, including members of the Diocesan Safeguarding Team, were in attendance. The bench has been named 'Hope' and has attached to the arch a postbox, pen and postcards where people might ask for a prayer or share a thought. This

Throughout 2025, Transforming Notts Together (TNT) has embraced a walking theme, connecting with churches, charities, community projects, and Places of Welcome. These gatherings have been a powerful way to highlight the inspiring work taking place across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. From 1st to 15th May, the TNT team walked an incredible 78.1 miles starting in inner-city Nottingham, journeying through outer estates, and continuing into rural Nottinghamshire. The walk culminated in a joyful celebration service at Southwell Minster on Thursday, 15th May. The day began with a BCP Holy Communion and transitioned

Last Sunday was a joyful day at St Christopher’s Sneinton as 7 new disciples were baptised in an exciting moment in the life of the church!  Revd. Marsha Farmer, curate at St Christopher’s, shared: “It was a glorious day and such a moment of celebration that St Christopher’s is growing! There was devotion, passion and tears of gratitude from these new disciples who committed to following Jesus with all of who they are - the place was full of the joy of