Start the Month in May with Bishop Paul and Sarah (180) – 2nd May 2025
‘When this happens, this is a move of the Holy Spirit’ Have you heard of someone new coming to church recently? For 'Start the Month' in May, Bishop Paul and Sarah reflect on an encouraging season as we continue to hear stories of people entering into churches across our diocese, often for the first time. Psalm 122 reminds us of the deep joy we can share as we ‘go to the house of the Lord’ and enter God’s presence together.
Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of VE Day
Thursday 8 May 2025 marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, commemorating the end of the Second World War in Europe. Churches across England will participate in a series of commemorations to mark this historic occasion. A key part of the day will be the ringing of church bells at 6:30 p.m, echoing the joyful sounds that swept the country in 1945. Churches and cathedrals, including those in Southwell and Nottingham, will ring their bells as a
A service on the 15th May 2025 to rededicate the Bench ‘HOPE’
Two years ago, Southwell Minster were fortunate to be blessed with a bench donated by the Cathedral and Diocese that sits in the Palace gardens. From the bench you can see right across the gardens which are stunning especially when in bloom. The bench was dedicated and blessed to those who have experienced or are experiencing trauma and was somewhere it was hoped people may find solace. The bench has been named HOPE and has attached to the arch a post
People Update – May 2025
PARISH NEW VICAR FOR ST MARY'S ARNOLD Revd. Craig Hunt, at present Vocations Adviser and Diocesan Director of Ordinands in the Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham, is to be Vicar of St Mary's Arnold. The licensing date is to be confirmed. We're so thankful for all Craig has done in his current role - please pray for him as he steps into this next season of ministry. JUBILEE HOUSE Revd. Angelika Bocchetti has joined the central support team at Jubilee House as School
Gold Award for St Wilfrid’s Calverton
"Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it." 1 Corinthians 12:27 Sunday 27th was a day of celebration for St Wilfrid's Calverton as after many years of hard work, they were presented with a Gold Award from A Rocha UK as an Eco Church. This is the first Gold Award in our Diocese and one of only a small number across the UK. A Rocha explains on their website that 'Achieving gold means that