Celebrating 30 years of women’s ordinations as priests
Monday was such a joyful day as female clergy and ordinands came together to celebrate 30 years of women’s ordinations as priests. The time together began with a wonderful afternoon tea, followed by Festal Evensong in Southwell Minster. We've shared some of the story of the day below. There was a palpable sense of celebration in the air as women began to arrive at the garden party hosted by Bishop Paul and Sarah. Some of those travelled in from around our
Ordination Candidates 2024
Please join us in praying for the candidates who will be ordained as Deacons and Priests on the 29th and 30th June. PRIEST CANDIDATES DAN BISHOP grew up in Cheshire in a Christian family. At the age of 18, he went to the University of Chester to train as a youth worker, where he met his wife, Anna. They got married in 2016. After university, he served as a lay chaplain in two schools: St. Michael's High School in Chorley, in
Pentecost and Thy Kingdom Come Stories
Sometimes described as the 'birthday of the Church' Pentecost is a special time where we celebrate the Holy Spirit poured out on all believers. With 10 days of prayer between Acension and Pentecost, there's been some great stories of baptisms, prayer and 'pentecost parties' across our Diocese. Courageous Baptisms at The Orchard, a new worshipping community in Chilwell The Orchard is a new worshipping community that launched in June 2023, in Inham Nook, Chilwell to the west of Nottingham. Their prayer
Bishop Paul asks important question to the Foreign Secretary on opportunities with a new South African government to support key aid and development projects
In the House of Lords on Tuesday 21st May Bishop Paul asked a question of the Foreign Secretary on the support and links between our country and South Africa, including supporting NGOs and important strategic church partnerships. This holds particular significance for Southwell and Nottingham as our diocese has been linked with the Diocese of Natal, South Africa for over 20 years. You can watch the question and answer below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPQujk_uN_c
Apprentice Track 24/25 stories
There are 4 exciting pathways for 18-30s to deepen their faith, grow in community and develop as a leader in 2024-2025. Scroll below to read some incredible stories and further details on how to apply. Charis' Story God took my tentative yes two years ago and has used it to completely transform my life. He is that good that he took what was half-hearted to take me on a journey of growing closer to the Father’s heart and deeper into my
Bishop Paul champions early interventions and foster carers that support children in care
In the House of Lords yesterday Bishop Paul spoke in the debate on the number of children being committed into the care of local authorities. Drawing from his own experience as a foster carer, Bishop Paul highlighted the increasing financial challenges facing local authorities, the importance of funding services which provide early intervention, and the need to support existing foster carers. https://youtu.be/WTWhLZqo0jA
Our Vision Film – Living Hope
Filmed across churches and schools in our Diocese, this video captures the heart of our vision and mission https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFxN9lp2tZ8
Bishop Andy’s Easter Message 2024
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.
Apprentice Track 24/25 applications – now open!
We’re so pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 24/25 year of The Apprentice Track. There are 4 exciting pathways for 18-30s to deepen their faith, grow in community and develop as a leader. Scroll down to read some incredible stories and further details on how to apply. Dan's Story I did the internship as a leap of faith. I had no end goal but knew I wanted to follow God and this was the first step in doing
Revd Canon Dr Richard Kellett Commissioned as Associate Archdeacon
On Monday 8th January, the Revd Canon Dr Richard Kellett was commissioned as Associate Archdeacon for the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham as part of a Service of Evening Prayer at Southwell Minster. Richard is well known in the diocese and the service was attended (amongst others) by several of his past ordinands and curates, as well as a number of those currently training for Licensed Lay Ministry and members of the Discipleship and Ministry Team. Bishop Paul paid tribute to Richard’s