Draw Near this Lent The Church of England’s theme for Lent 2026 is Draw Near: Life-giving habits for Lent. 1 A letter from Archbishop Hosam Naoum on the conflict in the Middle East The Anglican Archbishop in Jerusalem has shared a pastoral letter following on from the news of the escalating conflict in the Middle East. Celebrate the ministry of Bishop Malcolm An invitation to all to a service of thanksgiving for the ministry of Malcolm, Bishop of Repton on Sunday, 19 April 2026 at Derby Cathedral. Understanding disability at Christ Church Holloway Following a rewarding experience with a visiting preacher, Christ Church Holloway is actively thinking “outside of the box” – appreciating what they currently offer for those with disability needs and starting… 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
