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.
News & Stories
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.
Diocese Deepens its Environmental Commitment
13th August 2026Over the coming years we want to develop and deliver a more holistic environmental programme within our diocese. We are therefore delighted to have been awarded a Capacity Building Grant from the Church of England’s national Net Zero Carbon fund.
Support and Prayers for St Andrew's Following Devastating Fire
3rd August 2026Many across the diocese will already be aware that St Andrew's Church in Jarrom Street, Leicester, was affected by a devastating fire last week, which caused significant damage to the church roof and everything inside.
The Ministry Experience Scheme - A Year Well Served
30th July 2026Earlier in July, our 11 young adults came to the end of their Ministry Experience Scheme (MES) placement year in the Diocese of Leicester. During their time here, these young people have served a range of churches and engaged in a variety of mission and ministry.
Preparing Young People on the Journey to Confirmation
30th July 2026A new course which equips leaders as they support and prepare young people journeying towards confirmation is now available to download for free.
Fire at St Andrew's Church Jarrom Street
29th July 2026We are deeply saddened by the fire at St Andrew’s Church in Jarrom Street, Leicester and our immediate concern is for the safety and wellbeing of everyone affected.
A Signpost to God - Launde Abbey's New Resident Chaplain
23rd July 2026A special licencing service was recently held in the chapel at Launde Abbey for the Revd Debbie Smith, as she joined the Community and College of Chaplains at the Abbey as their new Resident Chaplain.
Stand for Synod
9th July 2026New members are being elected to General Synod this year – and you are invited to stand as a candidate. General Synod is the national assembly of the Church of England. It shapes and approves laws that affect the whole of the Church of England.
