*The following article references safeguarding.* 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 following article references safeguarding.* 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.
RECOGNISE (6-12 July 2026) is a national week of recognition for everyone involved in ministry with children, young people, and their families (CYPF). And Sunday 12 July is a day for churches nationwide to celebrate and thank those involved in this vital ministry.
*The following article references safeguarding.* The INEQE safeguarding surveys are now live and will remain open until Wednesday 5 August 2026. The surveys provide an opportunity to share your experiences and perspectives of safeguarding across the Diocese of Leicester and Leicester Cathedral, including what’s working well and where things could be better.
The licensing of Revd Steve Bailey as Assistant Archdeacon was held during Morning Prayer at Bishop’s Lodge. Steve’s commissioning took place in a service that included Jesus’ words to Martha (Luke 10.38-end) - a reminder, in a distracted and demanding age, that faithful ministry begins in attentiveness to Christ, and that leadership is rooted in presence, listening and prayer, not just busyness. Currently Team Rector in the Benefice of Oadby Great Glen, and remaining in post, Steve will be stepping down from his role as Area Dean of Gartree to carry out his Assistant Archdeacon duties.
A statement from the Rt Revd Martyn Snow, Lord Bishop of Leicester, on the use of AI (artificial intelligence) by church leaders.
Recent news in the diocese has brought some really encouraging stories to light, with a significant rise in baptisms and growing numbers of people coming to church, particularly from global majority heritage backgrounds. But this growth hasn’t happened overnight. It reflects years of intentional work through one of the diocese’s key priorities, Intercultural Communities and the Intercultural Worshipping Community Project.
The sun shone on Saturday (23 May 2026) for the Called Together service at Leicester Cathedral, as we lifted high and celebrated our lay ministers and the ministry they carry out across the Diocese.
Leicestershire and Rutland Cricket Foundation marked the start of the new cricket season with its annual Season Blessing. The event included a multi-faith blessing by religious and community leaders from across Leicestershire, in a service led by the Ven Richard Trethewey, Archdeacon of Leicester, and was a celebration of unity, reflection and community spirit.
