News

The Power of a Poem

At our Clergy Study Day in November, we were treated to a recital of a poem written especially for the occasion by Breannah Holton, the Kings School Poet Laureate.

Angel Festival raises £15,000 for St Mary’s 600 Appeal

A host of angels took residence inside St Mary’s Church, Higham Ferrers between 17 – 19 November, alongside stalls and refreshments for visitors. All proceeds went towards the St Mary’s 600 Appeal which is raising money for the restoration of the Bede House.

Peterborough Diocesan Guild of Church Bellringers to celebrate centenary in 2024

January 2024 sees the PDG celebrate its 100th anniversary and they have a series of events planned across the year to ensure the anniversary is celebrated in style.

Revd Mike Corcoran is licensed as Lead Chaplain at Kettering General Hospital

Bishop John licensed the Revd Mike Corcoran as Lead Chaplain at Kettering General Hospital on 10 November.

New Bishop’s Charity announced for 2024

Manna House has been designated as the Bishop’s Charity for 2024. This incredibly worthwhile charity provides access to counselling irrespective of faith, background or ability to pay.

Bishop Debbie is elected by the Canons of Peterborough Cathedral

On Thursday 16 November the Canons of Peterborough Cathedral elected Debbie Sellin as the next Bishop of Peterborough.

How Regular Maintenance Can Help Achieve Net Zero Carbon

The biggest threat to the church building fabric is water ingress. Find out more about how you can help your church reach Net Zero with regular maintenance and what support there is available to help.

Kettering Priest appointed as CEO of Children’s Hospice

Jane Burns, Assistant Priest in St Peter and St Paul’s Benefice in Kettering has been appointed to the role of Chief Executive Officer of Rainbows Hospice in Loughborough.