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September 22, 2026

A service of welcome for Bishop Alex

On Sunday 20 September a joyous service was held to officially welcome Bishop Alex as he begins his ministry in the Diocese and to install him as Honorary Canon of the Cathedral.

Bishop Debbie placing final stitches in embroidery of Peterborough Cathedral ceiling

September 21, 2026

1.5 million stitches bring Cathedral’s medieval ceiling to life

On Thursday, 3 September, a reception was held to celebrate the completion of an extraordinary embroidery inspired by Peterborough Cathedral’s magnificent 13th-century painted Nave ceiling.

September 21, 2026

First Ordained Anna Chaplain Commissioned in the Diocese of Peterborough

The Revd Dawn Stokes has become the first ordained Anna Chaplain in the Diocese of Peterborough, marking an important milestone in the Diocese’s growing ministry with older people.

September 21, 2026

The Revd Becca Rogers Licensed as Chaplain to HMP Peterborough

The Revd Becca Rogers has been licensed as Chaplain to HMP Peterborough, bringing her passion for chaplaincy and her heart for supporting those on the margins to a vital ministry within the Diocese.

September 9, 2026

Welcome to Alice Cooper

Alice Cooper has been elected as Chair of the Peterborough Diocesan Board of Finance (DBF) Trustees, following the close of the nomination process.

July 27, 2026

FoodCycle brings food, friendship and hope to Peterborough

Bishop Debbie visited FoodCycle Peterborough at Park Road Baptist Church on Sunday 6 July, meeting volunteers and experiencing firsthand a community initiative that

July 27, 2026

Golf challenge celebrates 150 years of the Mothers’ Union

2026 marks a significant milestone for the Mothers’ Union as they celebrate 150 years since its founding. Established in 1876 by Mary Sumner,

July 23, 2026

Singers across three deaneries unite for Music Sunday

On Sunday 14 June, more than 50 singers from choirs across the Wellingborough, Higham Ferrers and Kettering Deaneries gathered at the Parish Church

July 21, 2026

Welcome to Andy Brown

Andy Brown has joined Peterborough Diocese as its new Children & Youth Programme Lead, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a

July 21, 2026

Donna Holmes Elmore commissioned as Church Army Evangelist

On Saturday 11 July a Church Army service of admitting and commission was held at Sheffield Cathedral. This is the official service of

Upcoming Events

The latest training and events from the Diocese of Peterborough.

September 26 | 1:15 pm

Celebration of Lay Ministry

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October 1 | 2:00 pm

Landscapes 2026: Prophetic Imagination 1-3 October 2026

An unforgettable in-person gathering exploring how Prophetic Imagination can inspire new ways of living, creating, and believing in a time…

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October 2 | 10:00 am Bouverie Court

Resources for Parishes Giveaways

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Welcomes & Farewells

Prayer of the Day

Today we pray for the Benefice of Werrington

Werrington St John the Baptist
Werrington Emmanuel Church
The Revd Sue Fear
The Revd Kevin Fear
The Revd Rob Seaman
William Law CofE Primary School