Draw Near this Lent The Church of England’s theme for Lent 2026 is Draw Near: Life-giving habits for Lent. 1 Bishop Libby introduces Lent In this video, The Rt Revd Libby Lane, Bishop of Derby, introduces Lent and the CofE "Draw Near" 2026 Lent campaign and the Bishops' weekly Lent reflections Chellaston leads the way in accessibility After adopting the use of symbols, visitors to St Peter’s Church, Chellaston, will always feel a special welcome – especially anyone with accessibility needs. Infra-red Heating in Churches event Join in this free event to learn how St Mary the Virgin, Denby, have installed a Infra-red heating system to their grade one listed medieval church building. 1 2 >> More stories from around the diocese 1 ► Subscribe to our monthly eNews ► Download the monthly Cycle of Prayer ► Join the 2027 Community of Prayer ► Disability Inclusion Action Group and accessiblechurch.net 1 SAFEGUARDING ► Report a concern Training: book a course Parish Dashboard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) CLERGY ► Clergy wellbeing Continuing Ministerial Development Housing guide Emergency contractors list CHURCHWARDENS ► Parishes in vacancy Churchwarden-led worship Churchyard regulations Diocesan Registry FUNDING ► Giving and Generosity Parish Giving Scheme Grants Fees ABOUT US ► Vacancies Who's who Governance Deaneries MISSION ACTION TOOLKIT ► Mission action planning Vision resources ENVIRONMENT ► What's happening Carbon net zero CHURCH BUILDINGS / DAC ► Online faculty system Guidance notes OUR FAITH ► Everyday Faith 2027 Community of Prayer VOCATIONS ► Vocations advisers Meet some ordinands 1
