INEQE action planning, safeguarding risk register & diocesan staffing changes | DSAP June 2026
Sally Hodges, the Independent Chair for Southwell & Nottingham’s Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel (DSAP), has summarised the key messages from the last panel meeting earlier in the summer. The Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel (DSAP) met in June, and I am pleased to say that there was good representation from our partner colleagues, as well as safeguarding professionals and other senior leaders. 1. Draft INEQE report received DSAP was happy to hear that the draft report from the INEQE safeguarding audit had been received
Summer Stories from Across the Diocese: Part 2
It is always wonderful to see exciting summer events and celebrations taking place across parishes in the diocese, bringing together families and the community. If you missed our first collection of summer stories, you can catch up here. Below are some more highlights! All Saints Annesley All Saints Annesley welcomed around 75 children and teachers from Kirkby Woodhouse and Annesley schools for a wonderful day exploring bees, nature and the importance of caring for creation. The children met beekeeper Simon, who introduced them to
People Update – August 2026
PARISH NEW PRIEST-IN-CHARGE FOR MANSFIELD ST AUGUSTINE & PLEASLEY HILL ST BARNABAS Revd Eden Parris at present Assistant Curate at St John’s with St Mary’s, Mansfield and St Augustine’s with St Barnabas, Mansfield is to be Priest-in-Charge of the Benefice of Mansfield St Augustine and Pleasley Hill St Barnabas. Please join us in praying for Eden as he steps into this new role. JUBILEE HOUSE Donna-Marie Griffiths has joined the central support team at Jubilee House as Lead for Enhancing Diversity. Enhancing Diversity is
How do you stay steady in trials? | Start the Month with Bishop Paul & Sarah (195)
"I keep my eyes always on the LORD. With him at my right hand, I shall not be shaken." Psalm 16:8 How do you stay steady in your faith when you face trials? In Start the Month for August, Bishop Paul and Sarah reflect on Psalm 16 and the assurance that, whatever we face, we are never alone. The psalm reminds us that Jesus' triumph on the cross means we are loved and forgiven, and have a living hope in Jesus