News - Diocese of Derby

News from the Diocese of Derby

Bishop's Badge service 2026
Bishop Jackie presided over the annual Bishop's Badge service at Derby Cathedral The awards celebrate…
Synod 2026 Candidates
The candidates for the General Synod have been announced with 8 names for the House…
“Good News for all” in the Parish Support communications team
Aidan Melville has left the diocese to pursue his ordination at Sheffield, and we welcome…
A Special Farewell Evensong for The Ven, Matthew Trick
The Acting Bishop of Derby and the Dean of Derby invite all to Evensong on…
The Dean of Derby writes...
The Very Revd Dr Peter Robinson, Dean of Derby, encourages us to celebrate the Festival…
Acting Archdeacon Derby City
Revd Sarah Watson has accepted Bishop Jackie's invitation to be the Acting Archdeacon of Derby…
The Venerable Matthew Trick appointed as next Dean of Guernsey
His Majesty The King has approved the appointment of The Venerable Matthew Trick as the next Dean of Guernsey
Our journey together - Bishop Jackie writes...
Bishop Jackie shares her reflections on her three months as Acting Bishop of Derby in…
Renewing Church to shine the light
How the community at St Francis, Mackworth, embraced change for good.
Our journey together - Bishop Jackie writes...
Bishop Jackie reflects on "journeys" and walking the Camino. ‘Blessed are those whose strength is…

3 September 2026 The Acting Bishop of Derby is delighted to announce that the Revd… See More

28 August 2026 The farewell service of celebration and thanksgiving for the ministry of the… See More

23 July 2026 The Venerable Ian Gatford, Curate of Clifton with Glapton, (Southwell) 1967-1971, Team Vicar… See More

The monthly senior staff message is available for you to download here. See More

How the Communications Team can help you. See More

Diocesan meetings and important dates for your diary. See More