Turn Your Focus to Him | Start the Month in May with Bishop Paul and Sarah (192)
“I lift my eyes to the mountains - where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.” In May’s Start the Month, Bishop Paul and Sarah open up Psalm 121, a prayer that reminds us of the confidence we have in the Lord whatever our circumstances. They encourage us to turn our focus to God each new day as he is our helper who watches over us for all of our lives. As
My Chains Are Broken – Loretta’s Living Hope Story
“You can dance in your storm, because Jesus dances with you if you invite him to the party” It was so inspiring to hear Loretta’s story of finding Jesus in the midst of addiction, and the transformation that has since taken place in her life. Loretta was out running when she hit a crossroad. Despite having no previous experience of faith, she heard the voice of God invite her to make a choice: continue on the path she was on or
God Can Heal Me – Chloe’s Living Hope Story
"It is possible, God can heal me" When we sat down with Chloe, as well as telling her story of how she came to faith, she shared powerfully of her experience of receiving God’s healing. After suffering with a health issue for 5 years, although she had been seeking medical help, she knew something had to change - so Chloe prayed. Within weeks, she began to see breakthrough. Chloe kept praying, inviting others to stand with her, and has experience transformation
A Second Chance – Joe’s Living Hope Story
“The only person I felt I could trust and rely on was God…so I asked him to save me.” Sitting down with Joe to hear his story was so moving. Joe had experienced church as a child but pulled away as he got older. He found himself constantly seeking new highs and distractions, but when he burnt out and life his a story, the only person he turned back to God. On his knees, Joe asked God to save him, and
Nottingham Churches Walk of Witness
On Good Friday, around 400 people from churches across Nottingham joined in an ecumenical Walk of Witness. The moving procession marked the first time such an event has taken place in the city in at least 15 years, representing a significant moment of Christian unity and public witness. Bishop Andy joined the process alongside Bishop Patrick McKinney (Catholic Bishop of the Diocese of Nottingham), the Lord-Lieutenant of Nottinghamshire, Professor Veronica Pickering MBE HAC, and faith leaders from different Christian communities across
People Update – April 2026
PARISH NEW VICAR IN HUTHWAITE Revd. Emma Wilkinson at present Assistant Curate of Christ Church Windhill, St Paul's Shipley, St Peter's Shipley and The Eldwick Church in the Diocese of Leeds to be Vicar of All Saints, Huthwaite. The licensing date is to be confirmed. Please pray for Emma as she prepares for this move. MOVING ON Revd. Canon Dr Richard Frith at present Canon Precentor in our Cathedral Church of St Mary the Virgin, Southwell has been appointed as Vicar of Doncaster and
Fire of Faith | Bishop Andy’s Easter Message 2026
This Holy Week Bishop Andy invites us to reflect on the story of creation, the wrestle with sin and suffering, and the new beginning Jesus invites each one of us to.
You’re Invited to DISCIPLE
We're excited to be launching a brand new five-week video course series next term, DISCIPLE, 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 diocesan vision in detail & practice: Disciples motivated by compassion Disciples founded on confidence Disciples acting with courage We're premiering the course in 3 locations across the diocese, and would love to invite you to join in: Tuesdays at Clifton
People Update – March 2026
PARISH MOVING ON Revd. Sam Hustwayte at present Incumbent of the Benefice of Calverton, as well as Area Dean of Gedling and Chair of the House of Clergy is to be Archdeacon of Ludlow in the Diocese of Hereford. This is a really exciting move for Sam and we're really pleased for her (read more here). Please pray for Sam as she prepares for this new role, and for the benefice of Calverton as they prepare for a period of vacancy. JUBILEE HOUSE Ben Garry has
God’s Got Me – Sophie’s Living Hope Story
"I'm one of God's children - He's always got me in His hands." Sophie sat down with us to share her story of experiencing God’s love and care throughout her life. Sophie has grown up going to church, but often found it a boring place to be. When she started secondary school, she found herself often getting into trouble, but began to pray and ask God to help her. When Sophie went to a Christian summer camp, she felt inspired to