Author: Laura Frank

The DISCIPLE course, launched in 2024, is returning again this summer term with courses taking place at St Lawrence's Mansfield and St Thomas' Aslockton. Disciple is an 8-week course designed to inspire and equip you to follow the teachings of Jesus into real life. The course will help to shape you as a disciple, exploring the 3C’s of the refreshed diocesan vision in detail & practice: disciples motivated by compassion; disciples founded on confidence; and disciples acting with courage. This year, there

“I said, ‘I give my life to Jesus’, and that’s when it really turned for me.” It was such a joy to sit down with David and hear the story of how coming along to a Nativity service with his family changed everything. David always felt there was something missing in his life, filling the void with materialistic things, but when he was encouraged by his family to come along to church, he encountered the Holy Spirit and felt a new

“In the darkest of times, we are not alone.” We’re so pleased to share Kelly’s moving story, as she describes the difference discovering faith has made to her and her family. When Kelly was rushed into hospital, she realised how alone she felt, but through the kindness of a friend she found community in her local church and that there was more to life than she realised. Kelly is based at St Giles West Bridgford. Watch the video below to hear her

Thursday evening was a joyful occasion at St Stephen's Sneinton, as Revd Lynda Blakeley was licensed by Bishop Andy, installed by Archdeacon Phil Williams as the Priest-in-Charge of St Stephen with St Matthias in Sneinton. Lynda began her ministry at St Stephen's in 2021, and this special service was a wonderful celebration of many stories of God's love and hope in the parish over the past few years. Many friends, family, the congregations of St Stephen's and representatives from the wider

“I dropped everything and moved to Nottingham, because this is where God was speaking to me.” Georgie sat down with us to share her story of how she’s been following God’s call over the past few years. Graduating during the coronavirus pandemic, Georgie’s plans had to change, but she met with God in unexpected way and following his voice to Nottingham. Georgie is based at Trinity Church Nottingham, and is also a second year intern with The Apprentice Track. Watch the video

"Everything is given over to God." We’re so excited to share Katrina’s story with you. Katrina is the Finance Director for our Diocese and has such an encouraging story of faith after her application to a ‘9-5’ led to so much more. She is currently training to be a Licensed Lay Minister as she continues to follow God’s leading on her life. Katrina is based at St Mary's Sutton-in-Ashfield. Watch the video below to hear her story. https://youtu.be/l3PuiT7MCzg Use this link to follow @storiesoflivinghope

“God brought people to my door, and we'd sit and chat for hours about Him.” When we sat down with Josie to hear her story, her joy in sharing Jesus’ love with her friends was infectious. Josie is a student in Nottingham, and after realising for herself how much she needed God in her late teens, over the past few years has had lots of opportunities to share her faith with her friends at university. Josie is based at Trinity Church Nottingham.

“Since that day my life has been changed.” Neil recently joined us to share his story of how a detour on his way to the gym when he was struggling with poor mental health, led to a life-changing encounter with Jesus. Since walking into church when he felt he had nothing to lose, he has felt a weight lifted and discovered the Living Hope of Christ.  Neil is based at Holy Trinity Lenton. Watch the video below to hear his testimony. https://youtu.be/ipB4iqb3FS4 Use this