Apprentice Track 2026/27 Applications Now Open!
We’re pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026/27 year of The Apprentice Track. The Apprentice Track is an opportunity for 18-30s to spend a year committing to the journey to learning what it means to know your identity in Jesus, become like Him and live our lives his way in every area of life. There are four exciting pathways available, and whether you're considering our full-time internship or one of our part-time programmes, there's a place
Encouraging Stories from FUEL Gatherings Across the Diocese
FUEL is a monthly evening gathering that brings together youth groups from across Nottinghamshire to worship, pray, and hear a Bible message. FUEL Central was originally started by Trinity Church Nottingham and Tanya Wilson (Emerging Generations Pastor at Trinity), and the vision has since grown across the diocese, with gatherings now taking place in Newark, Worksop and Wilford. These evenings provide opportunities for young people, including those new to faith, to encounter Jesus and grow together in community. Its been so
A New Triennium for the Diocesan Board of Education
A new triennium of the Diocesan Board of Education (DBE) met on 28th January. The DBE is responsible for promoting a quality of education in the diocese that is consistent with the faith and practice of the Church of England. This includes religious education and collective worship. The diocesan education team supports work in our schools and as well as parishes to develop links and mission opportunities with local schools. With two thirds as new members, it was an opportunity to get to
An Unconventional Blessing – Jack’s Living Hope Story
“I now see my neurodivergence as an unconventional blessing.” It was such a gift to sit down with Jack and hear his story of faith. From a young age Jack believed in God, but during his teenage years he became angry at God as he noticed his neurodivergence making him different to others at school. Everything began to shift when he reflected on Jesus’ words in John 9, spoken about a man born blind: “This happened so that the works of God
February’s Diocesan Day of Prayer
We are excited to invite you to the next Diocesan Day of Prayer coming up on Thursday 12th February. This month, there will be an evening prayer and worship gathering taking place at St Swithun's Retford. Bishop Paul will be leading the time together, and we hope you will consider joining us where you can. Bishop Andy will also be presiding at Eucharist at Southwell Minster at 12.15pm. These gatherings are open to all and are an opportunity for worship and
Confirmations at All Saints Huthwaite and St John’s Beeston
All Saints Huthwaite It was an uplifting and encouraging morning on Sunday as Bishop Andy confirmed six candidates at All Saints Huthwaite. Bishop Andy’s talk on the parable of the sower prepared the congregation for the confirmations, reflecting on the importance of cultivating “good soil” in which God can grow faith and keeping our eyes fixed on Him. During the service, four candidates courageously shared their testimonies, speaking of the empty space they had tried to fill with wild living. Turning to Jesus,
Miners’ Remembrance and Thanksgiving Service at All Saints’, Harworth & Bircotes
All Saints’ Church, Harworth and Bircotes, together with the communities of Styrrup and Hesley, gathered on Sunday 25 January for the Miners’ Annual Service of Remembrance and Thanksgiving, giving thanks for the community’s rich mining heritage and remembering those who lost their lives in the industry. The annual service continues to offer a space for remembrance, thanksgiving and hope for future generations. The church was full and this year’s service was held beneath the Miners’ Window, installed in January 2018, funded
Good News Spotlight: St Cyprian’s selected as Net Zero Carbon Demonstrator Church
As part of General Synod’s prophetic call for the Church of England to reach Net Zero Carbon by 2030, the national Net Zero Programme has launched the Church Demonstrators Project, which aims to create a network of churches across the country that model good decarbonisation practice. These “demonstrator” churches will help share learning, inspire communities, and encourage practical action, with the long-term vision that every parish will have one nearby. The Diocese is delighted to share that St Cyprian’s Nottingham has
Come and See – Di’s Living Hope Story
“Come, see and explore - see where it takes you.” Di’s understanding of faith growing up was of a God who should be feared. Over the last few years she’s experienced the devastation of cancer in her family, but often found herself turning to prayer. Di shared the story of encountering a loving God who cares intimately, through the words and support of the local vicar when planning her mum’s funeral. This set Di on a journey of discovering the
A Vision of the Cross – Dave’s Living Hope Story
“I was once hopeless, but Jesus has brought me hope." It was amazing to hear Dave's story of a powerful encounter. Dave was an atheist, but when his dad died he found himself wondering if there was more to life. Whilst along at home, he had a vision of the cross which turned fear into hope. He's since been welcomed into church community, and faith has transformed his life, so much so that those around him cannot help but be curious