The Venerable Emma Sykes writes... I have been reflecting recently on “transitions”. This is not surprising as in the last… A joyful celebration This weekend, the Diocese of Derby celebrated with two joy-filled ordination services at Derby Cathedral. … ‘All shall be well’: a summary of Diocesan Synod, 13 June 2026 The Diocesan Synod for the Diocese of Derby convened for its 149th session this weekend… Church of England apologises for role in post-war historical adoption practices The Church of England has apologised for its role in historical adoption practices, particularly in… Etwall Church "blooming treat" for the community St Helen’s, Etwall, was awash with colour and vibrancy when they held their Well Dressing… God has called you by name ‘God has called you by name and made you his own’ These are the words… The Venerable Matthew Trick writes... Can you believe that we’re already halfway through 2026? In many ways, the first half… 100 years and growing strong at St Bartholomew’s, Osmaston St Bartholomew’s Church in Osmaston, Derby, continues to thrive and welcome parishioners old and new.… Introducing Emma Sykes as Archdeacon of East Derbyshire The Venerable Emma Sykes has been formally welcomed, collated and installed as Archdeacon of East… National safeguarding consultation The National Church of England is seeking feedback on the design of a proposed new… 150th Anniversary fundraiser for Mothers' Union This June Deborah Lee, a trustee for Mother's Union for the York province of the… The Collation and Installation of Revd Emma Sykes The Dean and Chapter of Derby Cathedral, together with the Acting Bishop of Derby, invite… Introducing Bishop Jackie It is a privilege to be returning to the Diocese of Derby to serve as… A message from Bishop Malcolm on his retirement Dear friends across the Diocese of Derby,I would like to express my deep gratitude for… New leadership and revitalisation plans for St Philip, Chaddesden The Bishop of Derby, Rt Rev Libby Lane, has invited Rev Peter Dale to lead… Pilgrimage to Taizé for young adults Youth Pilgrimage to Taizé 2026 **Time to Book!** Join young adults from across the East… Temporary Episcopal arrangements in the Diocese of Derby The Bishop of Derby, the Rt Revd Libby Lane, is currently on sick leave. Our… Reader Licensing 2026 On Saturday 18 April 2026, nine people will be admitted to the office of Licensed… Easter greetings from Bishop Malcolm .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } Bishop Malcolm writes our April 2026 message Let’s not be April fools. At school I was taught that the French say ‘Cocorico’… Statements following an incident in Derby city Following the incident in Derby city on Saturday 28 March where several people were struck… Reporting back: a summary of Diocesan Synod, 14 March 2026 Derby Diocesan Synod met for its 148th session this month at St John’s Walton near… Book now for our "Growing a Younger Church" conference Growing a Younger Church Conference - Saturday, 6 June 2026 from 10am - 4pm. The conference is… Watch the Installation of the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury The Most Reverend Sarah Mullally will be installed as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury at… 1 2
