Taking Up the Ropes at Kirby Bellars
21st September 2026The church of St Peter in Kirby Bellars is celebrating the arrival of four new Tower bell ringers, who have recently joined the team and begun learning the centuries-old art of change ringing.
News & Stories
Homelessness Sunday 2026
21st September 2026Churches are invited to mark Homelessness Sunday on 4 October 2026. 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.
Celebrating a Calling and Growing Faith in Coalville
21st September 2026Earlier in September, the Revd Rhianne O’Rourke was licensed as Minster Community Growing Faith Minister and Associate Priest in the Benefice of Coalville with Bardon Hill and Ravenstone.
Faith, Hope and Centenary Celebration with Archbishop Sarah
14th September 2026It was an honour and a blessing to welcome the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Revd Dame Sarah Mullally, to the Diocese of Leicester.
Building Friendships Through Shared Hospitality
14th September 2026This summer, St Philip’s Centre helped bring together women from different faiths and communities through a series of visits, conversations and shared meals.
Ordination Services 2026
14th September 2026In the diocese, we will ordain five new priests and six new deacons this year, coming from the breadth of the Church of England across all its diversity in theological conviction, practice and understanding.
A Warm Welcome Awaits Archbishop Sarah
11th September 2026A message from the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Revd Dame Sarah Mullally, ahead of her visit to the Diocese of Leicester this weekend.
Young Adults Invited to Shape the Future of the Church of England
6th September 2026Following the 2025 General Synod motion affirming the importance of hearing and responding to the voices of children and young people, exciting opportunities are growing for young adults to participate in the life and decision-making of the Church of England.
Celebrating 150 Years of Mothers' Union
6th September 2026Across the Diocese of Leicester, in the city of Leicester and throughout the county of Leicestershire, Mothers' Union members support some of the most vulnerable people in our communities.
East & South East Asian Heritage Month: Listen, Learn & Celebrate
6th September 2026As we mark East and South East Asian Heritage Month (ESEA) during September, we invite you to take time to celebrate the rich cultures, histories and contributions of people with East and South East Asian heritage across the UK and within the life of the Church and Diocese.
