6–12 July 2026 is RECOGNISE, a national week of appreciation for everyone involved in ministry with children, young people, and their families. We spoke to Alex Scott, who has served as the Head of Youth and Children’s Work at Holy Trinity Leicester for 25 years!
We’re inviting you to think about parish contribution in the context of your own local ministry; and ask that you prayerfully reflect on what level of increase is realistic, considering how this might shape and sustain ministry in your church community and the wider diocese.
The Revd Ali Simpson-Smith was licensed as Team Vicar in the Benefice of Oadby Great Glen during worship of welcome and commitment to shared ministry.
In an expression of the deepest commitment someone can give to God, Fay recently made her Life Vow for the Single Consecrated Life (SCL).
Children and staff from Arnesby Church of England Primary School marked Pentecost with their much-loved annual pilgrimage to the neighbouring village of Shearsby, continuing a tradition that reflects the school’s values of faith, community, and togetherness.
Church leaders, clergy, lay ministers, and congregation members from across the diocese recently gathered for the Intercultural Worshipping Communities (IWC) Celebration and Learning Event. The special day marked the culmination of several years of intercultural ministry, learning, and transformation.
As the Diocese of Leicester prepares to mark a significant milestone in its history, we are delighted to bring you details of our Diocesan Centenary Celebration Worship Gathering with very special guest, the Archbishop of Canterbury.
Please help maximise participation in the INEQE Safeguarding Audit surveys across your church community before they close on 5 August 2026.
The Church of England has apologised for its role in historical adoption practices, particularly in mother and baby homes. You can read the full apology, report and find further information on the Church of England’s website. www.churchofengland.org/adoption *Please note: The contents of these pages include references to historical adoption practices, including the separation of mothers and babies, stigma, and experiences of trauma and lasting emotional harm.*
The Diocese of Leicester and Leicester Cathedral are currently taking part in the INEQE Safeguarding Audit, an important process that helps ensure our churches and communities are safe, welcoming, and supportive for all. As part of this audit, surveys have been shared with our church, cathedral and wider communities, to gather valuable feedback about safeguarding practice and culture across the diocese. We would like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who has already taken the time to complete the relevant survey(s).