Living Hope Stories

‘Knowing Jesus has completely transformed my life.’ We loved sitting down with Charis to hear some of her story getting to know Jesus throughout her life. She grew up as “the vicar’s kid”, but when Charis encountered the Holy Spirit at a Christian conference aged 10, she felt a deep sense of being known by God for who she was. When finishing school Charis had plans to head off to university, until at that same conference years later she felt prompted

'God said, "even if you lose everything, I'll still be beside you."' It was so great to sit down with Elisha and hear some of her story of how God turned pain into purpose. Whilst she grew up going to church, when things got tough she clung to faith when she felt she had nothing else. Moving to Nottingham and working with young people facing similar challenges, God began stirring something new in Elisha and she felt prompted to join @theapprenticetrack

God had carried me through all of this stuff, so I just trusted him and gave it a go." It was such a delight to hear Liz’s story as she rediscovered faith in her 40’s and found the joy of Jesus. As Liz gradually got more involved in her local church, she was encouraged by her vicar to explore ordination. This led her on an unexpected path of leaving her family business to become an ordained priest. If you're thinking about where

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“I said, ‘I give my life to Jesus’, and that’s when it really turned for me.” It was such a joy to sit down with David and hear the story of how coming along to a Nativity service with his family changed everything. David always felt there was something missing in his life, filling the void with materialistic things, but when he was encouraged by his family to come along to church, he encountered the Holy Spirit and felt a new

‘Guide me, God. What is your purpose for my life?’ Nimisha recently shared her story with us, including how she came to be a Licensed Lay Minister (LLM). When her vicar initially suggested LLM training, she was unsure how she would manage it. But through God’s provision and the help of those around her, she stepped into her calling. Last October, she celebrated her licensing and now serves as an LLM at St John's Bilborough. Watch the video below to hear

“In the darkest of times, we are not alone.” We’re so pleased to share Kelly’s moving story, as she describes the difference discovering faith has made to her and her family. When Kelly was rushed into hospital, she realised how alone she felt, but through the kindness of a friend she found community in her local church and that there was more to life than she realised. Kelly is based at St Giles West Bridgford. Watch the video below to hear her

“I dropped everything and moved to Nottingham, because this is where God was speaking to me.” Georgie sat down with us to share her story of how she’s been following God’s call over the past few years. Graduating during the coronavirus pandemic, Georgie’s plans had to change, but she met with God in unexpected way and following his voice to Nottingham. Georgie is based at Trinity Church Nottingham, and is also a second year intern with The Apprentice Track. Watch the video

"Everything is given over to God." We’re so excited to share Katrina’s story with you. Katrina is the Finance Director for our Diocese and has such an encouraging story of faith after her application to a ‘9-5’ led to so much more. She is currently training to be a Licensed Lay Minister as she continues to follow God’s leading on her life. Katrina is based at St Mary's Sutton-in-Ashfield. Watch the video below to hear her story. https://youtu.be/l3PuiT7MCzg Use this link to follow @storiesoflivinghope

“God brought people to my door, and we'd sit and chat for hours about Him.” When we sat down with Josie to hear her story, her joy in sharing Jesus’ love with her friends was infectious. Josie is a student in Nottingham, and after realising for herself how much she needed God in her late teens, over the past few years has had lots of opportunities to share her faith with her friends at university. Josie is based at Trinity Church Nottingham.