News & Stories - Diocese of Leicester

Anchored in Faith, Called to Serve

9th July 2026

A service of welcome and commitment to shared ministry, for the Revd Fr Herbert Fadriquela as Vicar of the Parish of St Aidan New Parks, Braunstone Frith and Kirby Frith, was held at St Aidan’s Church recently. Fr Herbert’s Collation and Induction was conducted by the Lord Bishop of Leicester, The Rt Revd Martyn Snow, accompanied by the Bishop of Richborough, The Rt Revd Luke Irvine-Capel. Currently Anglican Chaplain to the Filipino Community in Leicester, Fr Herbert will continue this role alongside his appointment as Vicar in the Benefice.

Lay Workers Licensed Ahead of Ordinations

7th July 2026

Four of our soon-to-be ordained Deacons were licensed as Lay Workers by Bishop Martyn on Wednesday 1 July during a morning service in the Chapel at Bishop’s Lodge.

Confirmations: Faith Awakened and Renewed Across the Diocese

6th July 2026

From the young starting out on their journey of discipleship, to a reawakening of faith much later in life, the stories shared within our parishes as people come to confirmation are both joyful and inspiring.

RECOGNISE

15th June 2026

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.

A New Chapter in Ministry

8th June 2026

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.

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Should Clergy Use AI?

8th June 2026

A statement from the Rt Revd Martyn Snow, Lord Bishop of Leicester, on the use of AI (artificial intelligence) by church leaders.

Growing Church and Intercultural Communities

8th June 2026

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.

Bishop Martyn Visits Leicester’s Romanian Orthodox Community

27th May 2026

Bishop Martyn recently met with Father Stefan and members of Leicester’s Romanian Orthodox community. During the visit, he was shown around the church and spoke with the congregation about the challenges they have faced in migrating to Leicester, as well as their desire to play an active part in the city’s community life and wider ecumenical relationships.

Bishop’s Study Day Explores Christians and Politics

26th May 2026

Clergy and lay leaders recently gathered for a Bishop’s Study Day on the theme of Christians and Politics, to learn more about how our faith inspires our engagement with social and political issues.

"Called by Name" - Confirmation Celebrations Across the Diocese

11th May 2026

Over the past few months, up until the end of April, a host of Confirmation services have taken place in churches around the Diocese of Leicester, each one a joyful and meaningful celebration.