Churches are invited to mark Homelessness Sunday on 4 October 2026, ahead of World Homeless Day on 10 October.
Organised by Housing Justice, this year's theme is 'Community Cohesion', encouraging us to reflect on homelessness and consider practical ways to support people experiencing housing insecurity in their local communities.
The day is an opportunity for us to raise awareness of homelessness, poverty and housing insecurity, to reflect on how we, as worshipping communities in the Diocese of Leicester, can support people experiencing homelessness and to take practical action through volunteering, hosting, fundraising and community projects.
Resources available include prayers, hymn and song suggestions, intergenerational service materials and a reflection.
An online service for Homelessness Sunday will also be broadcast through the Church of England digital channels from 9am on Sunday 4 October.
Find out more on the Housing Justice website.
There will be a Service of Lament for Homelessness at Leicester Cathedral on Wednesday 7 October, from 5.30pm- 6.30pm.
A gentle service of reflection and lament, with a chance to light candles and remember those who have died on our streets or without permanent homes.
This service will also be an opportunity to lament the facts around homelessness, considering how we can work together for positive change and support one another in this endeavour.
All are welcome.