April 20th
Today, we pray for Sutton-in-Ashfield, New Cross Community Church (Julie Cotterill) and The Diocese of Kyoto – The Nippon Sei Ko Kai.
April 19th
Today, we pray for Sutton-in-Ashfield, St Mary Magdalene (Vacant; Area Dean: Pat Hemstock, Lay Chair: Claire Mackenzie; Churchwardens: Tim Guy) and The Diocese of Kwoi – The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) (Abuja Province).
An Easter Garden with a Twist
Local artist Dave Sawyer has painted a Easter Garden using an unconventional method – plastic bags!
April 18th
On Bank Holiday Monday, pray for the Holy Spirit to bring vision to our planning, wisdom to our actions, faith to our lives, hope to our communities, and love to our hearts. We also pray for The Diocese of Kwara – The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) (Kwara Province).
Bishop Paul’s Easter Sermon in Southwell Minster
In Bishop Paul's Easter sermon in the cathedral, he said, “because of the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, there is always hope.” “With all that is happening in our world at the moment, and maybe in our lives too, we need the Easter story as much as ever. Here is the true story of hope over despair, light over darkness, and the power of love over hatred, because of Jesus.” "Our Easter faith is about the love of God
April 17th
On Easter Day, Christ is Risen! Alleluia! We pray for The Church of Pakistan (United).
April 16th
On Holy Saturday, day of waiting as we remember all those whose life feels like it is 'on hold', whatever the reason. We also pray for The Diocese of Kutigi – The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) (Lokoja Province).
Start the Day on Good Friday with Bishop Paul and Sarah (141) – 15th April 2022
Bishop Paul and Sarah are in the beautiful Minister gardens on Good Friday morning with a special Start the Day, reflecting on how through the suffering of Christ we can find grace to help us in our time of need, and also pray for our world.
April 15th
On Good Friday, we stop and adore the sacrifice made by Jesus. Thank you, Lord. We pray for the Diocese of Kushtia – The (united) Church of Bangladesh.
April 14th
On Maundy Thursday, as we recall the events of the Last Supper, we dedicate ourselves afresh to servant ministry as we follow the example of our Servant King.We also pray for The Diocese of Kurunegala – Extra Provincial to the Archbishop of Canterbury (The Church of Ceylon).