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
Revd Jonathan Morley Inducted and Installed as Vicar of Holy Trinity Southwell
'Live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love." Ephesians 4:1-2 It was a joy filled evening at Holy Trinity Southwell on Monday (13th January) as the Revd Jonathan Morley was instituted by Bishop Paul, and inducted and installed by Archdeacon Tors as the Vicar of Holy Trinity. It was wonderful to be joined by those from Southwell as well as those from further afield, including a coach
Acting Residentiary Canons Installed at Southwell Minster
‘Arise, shine, for your light has come and the glory of the Lord rises upon you.' Isaiah 60:1 On Monday, churches across our diocese celebrated Epiphany. At Southwell Minster, this was a particularly special occasion as during the service Revd Amanda Lees and Revd Canon Stephen Hippisley-Cox were warmly welcomed and installed as Acting Residentiary Canons. Stephen will be Acting Canon Pastor, which will include taking a particular lead in the pastoral care and discipleship of the Minster community (while continuing with
Nurture courses running across the diocese this new year
This term, as a diocese we're focusing on enabling commitment, one of our seven areas of focus. We're praying for 50 nurture courses to be running across the length and breadth of the diocese. We're really excited that so far we know of 35 courses taking place between now and Easter giving people to opportunity to take their first steps in deciding to follow Jesus. Look out for an interactive map with all these courses coming next week! If you'd like
Start the Month in January with Bishop Paul and Sarah (176) – 3rd January 2025
"Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us" Ephesians 3:20 In a message to Start the Month in January, focusing on Psalm 1, Bishop Paul and Sarah speak about the value of reading from the Bible each day as we seek to walk in God’s ways. Drawing on the words in Ephesians 3, we are encouraged to pray bolder prayers this month, remembering
Bishop Paul’s Christmas Sermon from Southwell Minster
‘How our hearts can find a home and be at rest in God’s love at Christmas’ In his Christmas sermon at the Midnight Communion in the Cathedral on Christmas Eve, Bishop Paul spoke about the way God’s peace can help our hearts to find rest and a true home in the love of Christ. He posed the question: “How do we find the peace about which the angels sang, when so many things in our lives and world seem to conspire to make
Revd Dr James Saunders inducted and installed as vicar of St Mary’s Nottingham
‘I pray that you will be a church where the Wisdom of God is made known, in your worship, your prayers, your service to the people of Nottingham, and in your compassionate, confident and courageous mission, above all in Growing Disciples in partnership with churches across this city.” Tuesday evening was a significant evening in the city as Revd James Saunders was inducted and installed as vicar of St Mary's Church, Nottingham. The words above are from Bishop Paul's sermon during the
Christmas Stories Part 2
With less than a week to go until Christmas, there have been so many stories of hope, peace, love and joy in our parishes this Advent. From carolling trams to overflowing services, parish retreats and creative school visits. Read below for some of the encouraging stories across our Diocese. The Carolling Tram - St Wilfrid's, Wilford In partnership with the Nottingham Express Transit team, Revd Jacob Tyers and a group from St Wilfrid's in Nottingham gathered together at Clifton South tram-stop
December’s Diocesan Day of Prayer
Amongst the often busy season of Advent, Thursday 12th was a special day of prayer set aside for the Diocese. Each month churches and schools are encouraged to pray together as we seek God's Living Hope for the city, towns and villages of Nottinghamshire and beyond. City Prayer - Council House, Market Square Thursday began at 7:00am in the Council House, right in the centre of the city. Nottingham City Prayer is a monthly gathering for churches across denominations to
Nine Candidates Confirmed at St Mary Magdalene in Hucknall
'Forgiveness, fruitfulness and fulfilment.' It was such a joyful day on Sunday at St. Mary Magdalene, Hucknall as 9 candidates were confirmed in a service led by Bishop Andy. The sermon was on Luke 5 and Jesus calling the first disciples, where Jesus invites them ‘into deep water’. Bishop Andy shared how Jesus invites each one of us to a life of depth that is full of forgiveness, fruitfulness and fulfilment. Luke 5 v5-11 When he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Put