Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of VE Day
Thursday 8 May 2025 marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, commemorating the end of the Second World War in Europe. Churches across England will participate in a series of commemorations to mark this historic occasion. A key part of the day will be the ringing of church bells at 6:30 p.m, echoing the joyful sounds that swept the country in 1945. Churches and cathedrals, including those in Southwell and Nottingham, will ring their bells as a
Gold Award for St Wilfrid’s Calverton
"Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it." 1 Corinthians 12:27 Sunday 27th was a day of celebration for St Wilfrid's Calverton as after many years of hard work, they were presented with a Gold Award from A Rocha UK as an Eco Church. This is the first Gold Award in our Diocese and one of only a small number across the UK. A Rocha explains on their website that 'Achieving gold means that
Easter Holiday Clubs Across the Diocese
It's been exciting to hear about the holiday clubs for children and families which have taken place across our diocese over the past few weeks. These events have been filled with fun activities, plenty of food and, most importantly, opportunities to learn more about the good news of Jesus! Woven St Margaret's Egg-cellent Easter Trail event! The Egg-cellent Easter Trail event at the beginning of the Easter holidays was a huge success, marking the biggest outreach event of the year for St
Bishop Andy’s Easter Message 2025
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.
Start the Month in April with Bishop Paul and Sarah (179) – 4th April 2025
'God is with us, and God will meet us in our need.' Join Bishop Paul and Sarah as they share reflections on Psalm 95 and an interesting discovery in the garden of Bishops Manor. As we journey towards Holy Week, we remember the outpouring of God’s love for us in Christ on the cross, and the celebration of Easter morning. “Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker; for he is our God and we are
Apprentice Track 2025/26 Applications Now Open!
We’re pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2025/26 year of The Apprentice Track. Designed for 18-30s, this programme offers four exciting pathways to deepen your faith, grow in community, and develop as a leader. Whether you're considering our full-time internship or one of our part-time programmes, there's a place for you. Scroll below to read some incredible stories and further details on how to apply. Amy's Story Towards the end of my degree I was looking at what
Lifelong Faith – Jean’s Living Hope Story
“What God does, he does consistently. To this nothing can be added, from this nothing can be taken away.” We're pleased to share a new story in our Living Hope series today. We loved sitting down with Jean, now 92, to hear her story of faithfully following Jesus throughout her life. Jean was one of the first women to be ordained priest in this diocese, and has always been passionate about the Bible and how God can speak through it. We
Start the Month in February with Bishop Paul and Sarah (177) – 7th February 2025
Join Bishop Paul and Sarah for an encouraging Start the Month reflection for February, as they explore Psalm 40. There can be moments of life that feel like a perpetual winter—times of stress, uncertainty, sadness, or despair that seem like they have no end. But Psalm 40 reminds us to be patient in hope, looking for the signs of a spiritual spring ahead. In these times, we’re called to renew our trust and faith in God, remembering all he has
“Jesus saved my life” – Abbie’s Living Hope Story
"I never thought I'd be the person who would be healed." We're excited to share the next story in our Living Hope series today. Abbie grew up in church but stopped going as a teenager, instead falling into a pattern of drugs, alcohol and partying, particularly following a traumatic medical event. When she hit rock bottom and was experiencing the effects of PTSD, she turned back to God and experienced healing. Abbie is now based at Trinity Church Nottingham, and loves
Inspiring Worship Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJWCt9Imgdw In a video created for last year's Diocesan Conference, leaders from across our diocese share their experiences of inspiring worship across contexts and traditions. Through contemplative prayer, sacramental practices, songs of praise, and moments of reflection, worship becomes a space for transformation, connection, and restoration. Whether feeling the presence of God in quiet moments of stillness or experiencing the unity of the Eucharist, each story reflects a powerful journey of encountering God. Join us as we celebrate how worship—across various forms and expressions—draws us