Schools come together for the Living Hope Conference 2026
Around 100 teachers and leaders from schools across the Diocese gathered together on Wednesday 24th June at Nottingham Trent University's Clifton campus to encourage one another and spend time hearing inspiring talks about faith in schools. The conference started with worship led by Bluecoat Aspley students, which included a choreographed performance called From Brokenness to Hope. There wasn't a dry eye in the room! The day included a keynote talk from experienced educator Paul Rusby on spiritually flourishing schools, inspiring worship from
Ordination Photos 2026
Please see below the photos from the 2026 Petertide ordination services. Click the links to view - you can download individual images or the full album: Ordination of Priests 2026 - 4th July Ordination of Deacons 2026 - 5th July
A Beautiful Morning Together at the Hope Service
On Monday 29th June, a congregation from across the diocese gathered in the Archbishop's Palace Gardens, with Southwell Minster in the background, to pause, reflect, and remember those with lived experience of trauma. The service took place in front of the Hope Bench, which has been a place of safety, reflection and support since it was dedicated in 2023. The service was jointly organised by the diocesan safeguarding team and Southwell Minster. It featured prayer and reflection led by members of