Acting Archdeacon Sarah writes... In her November 2026, Acting Archdeacon of Derby City and South Derbyshire, Revd Sarah Watson, encourages us to open our hearts and prayers to a season of hope. 1 Christian Eco Communities event The Diocese of Derby and Hazelnut Community warmly invite you to this special event on Friday, 6 November. Reserve your space and learn more. “The power of praying together” - summary of the 150th Diocesan Synod The 150th meeting of the Derby Diocesan Synod gathered at Cliff College, near Baslow. A summary of the meeting is now available. Your General Synod Elected Representatives 2026 - 2031 Congratulations to your General Synod elected representatives who will serve for the term 2026 – 2031. The inauguration of the 12th Synod will be 17 Nov 2026. 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
