Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham https://southwell.anglican.org/ Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:41:24 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://southwell.anglican.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cropped-Church-of-England-logo-4k-sticky-32x32.png Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham https://southwell.anglican.org/ 32 32 Summer Stories from Across the Diocese: Part 1 https://southwell.anglican.org/summer-stories-from-across-the-diocese-part-1/ Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:40:42 +0000 https://southwell.anglican.org/?p=18739 It has been so wonderful to see exciting summer events and celebrations taking place across parishes in the diocese, bringing together families and the community! Below are some highlights. St Peter and St Paul’s Church, Mansfield On Saturday 27 June, St Peter’s and St Paul’s welcomed the local community for a successful Open Day, with visitors enjoying a warm welcome despite the hot weather. Families and friends explored the beautiful church and grounds while enjoying a BBQ, bell ringing, games, […]

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]]> Stand for Synod 2026: Information for General Synod elections https://southwell.anglican.org/stand-for-synod-2026/ Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:49:16 +0000 https://southwell.anglican.org/?p=18760 New clergy and lay members will be elected for General Synod this year, with nominations open between 14th August and 7th September. Those elected will serve as General Synod members for the next five years. General Synod members have the opportunity to represent their community and diocese on a national level and have a say in legislation that affects the whole Church of England. They attend the twice-annual General Synod meetings in person or online, with travel and accommodation expenses […]

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]]> Good News Spotlight: Celebrating 150 Years of Caunton’s Church School Legacy https://southwell.anglican.org/good-news-spotlight-celebrating-150-years-of-cauntons-church-school-legacy/ Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:42:03 +0000 https://southwell.anglican.org/?p=18713 Last Thursday, more than 150 years of faithful service, learning and community were celebrated at a special thanksgiving service marking the remarkable legacy of Dean Hole CofE Primary School. As the school prepares to close on 31 August, pupils, staff, former headteachers, teachers, governors and members of the local community gathered together to give thanks for the generations of children whose lives have been shaped by the school’s Christian foundation. Around 50 people attended the service, celebrating the lasting impact […]

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]]> Young Leaders Adventure Weekend https://southwell.anglican.org/young-leaders-adventure-weekend/ Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:38:03 +0000 https://southwell.anglican.org/?p=18676 Last weekend, some of our young people across the diocese took part in the Young Leaders Weekend 2026, joining other young leaders from across Nottinghamshire for a time of learning, worship and connection. Throughout the weekend, they enjoyed outdoor activities, games and opportunities to build friendships, while exploring what the Bible teaches about leadership and how they can serve their communities. It was an inspiring time of growth and encouragement, and they came away feeling equipped and motivated to continue leading […]

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]]> LLM Final Retreat Weekend at Launde Abbey https://southwell.anglican.org/llm-final-retreat-weekend-at-launde-abbey/ Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:30:44 +0000 https://southwell.anglican.org/?p=18701 Last weekend, our 12 training Licensed Lay Ministers (LLMs) travelled to the beautiful Launde Abbey for their final retreat, marking the end of two years of training and preparing them for their licensing this September. The retreat was a space to reflect and celebrate all that God has been doing throughout their journey. Together they shared in worship and prayer, deepened friendships, and received teaching on what it means to lead like Jesus. It was such a refreshing time and […]

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]]> Bishop Paul speaks out for children in care at General Synod https://southwell.anglican.org/bishop-paul-speaks-out-for-children-in-care-at-general-synod/ Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:50:06 +0000 https://southwell.anglican.org/?p=18680 At General Synod on Tuesday 14th July, Bishop Paul spoke in support of a private member’s motion putting forward the appointment of a lead bishop to advocate for the more than 80,000 looked after children in England, care leavers and carers. After the debate, members of the Synod voted unanimously in favour of the motion, which had been brought by Billy-Jo O’Leary. To hear what Bishop Paul said on the topic, watch the video below or scroll to read his […]

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]]> Good News Spotlight: Community donations & grants make new waterless toilet a reality for All Saints Barnby https://southwell.anglican.org/good-news-spotlight-community-donations-grants-make-new-waterless-toilet-a-reality-for-all-saints-barnby/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:44:10 +0000 https://southwell.anglican.org/?p=18519 Community generosity and grants from the Garfield Weston Foundation and the FCC Communities Foundation made the installation of a new waterless toilet possible at All Saints’, Barnby in the Willows. The fundraising journey for a new Woo-Woo waterless toilet started five years ago with a 20-mile sponsored walk to each of the eight churches around Barnby. These efforts where then aided by fundraising concerts from local a cappella choirs, continued comunity donations and the grants that were received. One waterless […]

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]]> Jubilee House Volunteer Day 2026 in Bilsthorpe and Manton https://southwell.anglican.org/jubilee-house-volunteer-day-2026-in-bilsthorpe-and-manton/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:28:10 +0000 https://southwell.anglican.org/?p=18564 Every year, diocesan staff head out from Jubilee House to two parishes to spend a day helping out however they need us to. This year’s Volunteer Day took us to St Margaret’s, Bilsthorpe and St Paul’s, Manton, both of which were wonderful hosts and fantastic places to spend the day. ST PAUL’S, MANTON St Paul’s is a community-focused church in Manton, a suburb of Worksop. It is a church with a beautiful legacy of prayer and support from the surrounding […]

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]]> Good News Spotlight: National Teaching Awards Win https://southwell.anglican.org/good-news-spotlight-national-teaching-awards-win/ Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:30:33 +0000 https://southwell.anglican.org/?p=18644 We are delighted to share that Ian Snelling, Headteacher of St Andrew’s CofE Primary and Nursery School, has been recognised as a Bronze winner in the Pearson National Teaching Awards, receiving the Headteacher of the Year in a Primary School award. Organised by The Teaching Awards Trust, the Pearson National Teaching Awards celebrate the exceptional dedication and impact of educators working in schools and early years settings across the UK. Know more about the 2026 Pearson National Teaching Awards winners here. Ian […]

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]]> Licensing of Lauren Simpson as Rector of the Benefice of Wiverton in the Vale https://southwell.anglican.org/licensing-of-lauren-simpson-as-rector-of-the-benefice-of-wiverton-in-the-vale/ Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:44:18 +0000 https://southwell.anglican.org/?p=18586 On Wednesday evening, the Parish of Wiverton in the Vale joyfully welcomed its new Rector, Revd Lauren Simpson, at a Service of Institution and Installation held at St Andrew’s Church, Langar. The packed church filled with members of the six parish churches, local residents, clergy, family and friends, all gathered to celebrate the beginning of this new exciting chapter in the life of the parish. The service was attended by the Lord-Lieutenant, Professor Veronica Pickering, representing the Patron, and was led […]

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