Summer Stories Part 1
It has been great to see summer events and celebrations taking place across parishes in the diocese, bringing together families and the community. Below are some highlights. St Mary's Sutton-in-Ashfield On 19th July, the different congregations from St. Mary Magdalene pulled together to put on a fantastic summer celebration for the local community. There were stalls, teddy bears zip lining, cakes, games, prizes, refreshments, open church, demonstrations and the church school worship choir, all bringing many different walks of life in Sutton together. Kitty
Good News Spotlight: Over 100 students attend optional worship service at Queen Elizabeth Academy
Last month, as part of the Flourish pilot, Queen Elizabeth Academy hosted its first major Flourish event, an Opt-in Worship service. Held during the school day, it was a joyful afternoon as 150 students chose to come and find out more about what was happening and join in with an amazing worship service. Flourish is a national initiative aiming to launch 40 new worshipping communities in schools and colleges, in partnership with local churches, to help nurture a younger and more diverse church. Hannah,
Applications for the School of Worship 2025/26 are Now Open!
The School of Worship is a programme run by Trinity Church Nottingham open to leaders and teams from across the diocese and beyond. The Leadership Programme aims to resource those who lead contemporary sung worship and / or lead contemporary worship teams, deepening skills in leading worship and guiding others to encounter God. This is the third year of the programme, and previous contributors have included Tim Hughes, Graham Kendrick, Nick Herbert, Lucy Grimble and more. The programme is designed to
Start the Month in August with Bishop Paul and Sarah (183) – 1st August 2025
'Know that the Lord has set apart his faithful servant for himself; the Lord hears when I call to him.' Psalm 4:3 As we enter August, a month that often invites rest and refreshment, Bishop Paul and Sarah reflect on Psalm 4, reminding us of God’s joy and peace that is available to us whatever our circumstances. They share how in the Psalm, David draws confidence from the fact that God desires him and hears his cry for help. This can