20th December
Today we pray for those who work in retail around our diocese at this busy time of year. We also pray for The Diocese of Bethlehem (The Episcopal Church).
Human flourishing at the front of regulating how data is used Bishop Paul tells House of Lords
Bishop Paul has contributed to the debate on the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill during its second reading in the House of Lords today (19 December). The draft legislation aims to update and simplify the UK’s data protection framework. Bishop Paul told the Upper House that, “high quality data is crucial to creating and sustaining a healthy and efficient society. But it is vital to get the balance between ownership, access, control, and legitimate use of that data right. Human flourishing
19th December
Today we pray for Brinsley, St James the Great; Underwood, St Michael & All Angels. We also pray for The Diocese of Bermuda.
Bishop Paul asks Government Minister for greater funding for homelessness support
Bishop Paul, speaking in the House of Lords today (18th December), called on the government to find greater funding for charities and voluntary organisations who support the homeless. He highlighted the remarkable work done by the charities Framework Housing Association and Emmanuel House in Nottingham. “They do exceptional work alongside the City Council, in seeking to help the ten thousand people on the (housing) waiting list,” Bishop Paul told their Lordships. “But the rising demand for social care and increased homelessness has, in
18th December
Today we pray for Kirkby-in-Ashfield, St Wilfrid. We also pray for The Diocese of Bentiu (Province of the Episcopal Church of South Sudan).
17th December
THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT On the third Advent Sunday, we pray: Lord Jesus, light of the world, John told the people to prepare for you were very near. As Christmas grows closer day by day, help us to be ready to welcome you now. Amen. We also pray for The Anglican Church of Papua New Guinea.
16th December
Today we pray for Sutton-in-Ashfield, St Mary Magdalene. We also pray for The Diocese of Benin (The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion)).
Ad Clerum Concerning The Prayers of Love and Faith
Please find below a link to an Ad Clerum concerning the Prayers of Love and Faith sent to all clergy on 12th October 2023. Click here to read.
15th December
Today we pray for Sutton-in-Ashfield, New Cross Community Church. We also pray for The Diocese of Beni (Province de L’Eglise Anglicane Du Congo).
14th December
Today we pray for Skegby, St Andrew; Teversal, St Katherine; Stanton Hill, All Saints. We also pray for The Diocese of Bendigo (The Anglican Church of Australia).