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October 7, 2026

Dame Joanna Lumley to help launch landmark appeal for All Saints’ Church

All Saints’ Church, Northampton is preparing to welcome Dame Joanna Lumley as she lends her support to a major campaign to secure the

October 6, 2026

The Very Reverend Chris Dalliston, Dean of Peterborough recognised among City’s top 100

The Very Reverend Chris Dalliston, Dean of Peterborough has been recognised for his outstanding contribution to city life after receiving a Civic Leader

October 6, 2026

Churchyard Champions celebrate nature and community at St John’s Ryhall

Churchyard Champions and volunteers from the local community recently gathered at St John’s Church, Ryhall, to explore the rich variety of plants and

October 6, 2026

Sharing faith through storytelling: Jane Jakes publishes My Grandad’s Bench

What began as a series of articles for the Tove Benefice magazine has grown into a published book, as parishioner Jane Jakes shares

October 1, 2026

Giving thanks for faithful Lay Ministry across the Diocese

Lay Workers, Lay Ministers and Readers gathered in Peterborough Cathedral on Saturday 26 September for a joyful celebration of ministry, renewing their commitment

September 29, 2026

Bishop Debbie appointed as new Churchworks Chair

The ChurchWorks Commission has named Bishop Debbie as its new chair. The ChurchWorks Commission is run by the Good Faith Partnership, to promote

September 28, 2026

Welcome to Ruth Mock

We are delighted to announce that the Revd Ruth Mock has accepted the Bishop’s invitation to become the new Canon for Mission and

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.

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Upcoming Events

The latest training and events from the Diocese of Peterborough.

October 12 | 6:45 pm Souster Youth

Youthscape Essentials Youth Ministry Course

A 10 session youth ministry course giving a foundation for building sustainable youth ministry.

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October 13 | 10:00 am

Bubble Church (Diocese of) Peterborough Training Day

Are you looking to grow or start your children and families ministry? Bubble Church is coming to Peterborough Diocese! Join…

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October 15 | 10:30 am St Mary’s Vicarage

Prayer of the Day

Today we pray for the Rutland Water Benefice

Empingham St Peter
Edith Weston St Mary
Lyndon St Martin
Manton St Mary the Virgin
North Luffenham St John the Baptist
Pilton St Nicholas
Preston St Peter & St Paul
Ridlington St Mary Magdalene & St Andrew
Whitwell St Michael & All Angels
Wing St Peter & St Paul
The Revd Peter Collins
Empingham CofE Primary School
St Mary & St John CEVA Primary School

Welcome to the Diocese of Peterborough

Welcome to the Diocese of Peterborough

Welcome to the Diocese of Peterborough

Welcome to the Diocese of Peterborough

Welcome to the Diocese of Peterborough

Welcome to the Diocese of Peterborough

Welcome to the Diocese of Peterborough

Latest News

Dame Joanna Lumley to help launch landmark appeal for All Saints’ Church

The Very Reverend Chris Dalliston, Dean of Peterborough recognised among City’s top 100

Churchyard Champions celebrate nature and community at St John’s Ryhall

Sharing faith through storytelling: Jane Jakes publishes My Grandad’s Bench

Giving thanks for faithful Lay Ministry across the Diocese

Bishop Debbie appointed as new Churchworks Chair

Welcome to Ruth Mock

A service of welcome for Bishop Alex

1.5 million stitches bring Cathedral’s medieval ceiling to life

First Ordained Anna Chaplain Commissioned in the Diocese of Peterborough

Upcoming Events

Youthscape Essentials Youth Ministry Course

Bubble Church (Diocese of) Peterborough Training Day

Love, Joy, Peace

Welcomes & Farewells

Prayer of the Day

Today we pray for the Rutland Water Benefice