In the House of Lords yesterday Paul Williams spoke in the debate on the number of children being committed into the care of local authorities, highlighting the importance of early intervention and supporting foster carers. Watch the full speech here: southwell.anglican.org/bishop-paul-ch…

May has started with important local elections, political promises and competing visions for a better future. How can we engage in this while keeping the focus of our trust in God? Paul Williams & Sarah invite you to reflect on this with Psalm 123 youtube.com/watch?v=UOcEot…

Last night we gathered in worship at Abide. We prayed specifically for God to move in power in the rural communities across our Diocese, echoing the prayer of those gathered at The Market Square Nottingham - ‘Thy Kingdom Come’. The Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham #ThyKingdomCome

When school rock up early to the TKC Prayer Space and encounter the worship band. Result … prayer and worship - a heavenly mix. We’ll certainly do that again! ArchbishopAcademy we loved having you The Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham #thykindomcome

Pentecost Eve Confirmation Service Southwell Minster Powerful testimonies of God at work in people’s lives The Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham #ComeHolySpirit

Why not come& be part of the exciting stuff God is up to in Bridgford & Gamston in The Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham - this is a fab opportunity ! Please RT to help us spread the word! CYM Phil Knox St. Paul’s Boundary Road Angela Brymer Ali Campbell Rachel Jessop

This is a great opportunity to work as part of a team in a church where there are exciting new outreach initiatives emerging- please RT to spread the word The Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham

🙏 How wonderful it is to see the Holy Spirit on the move. Over 1,000 Christians from 100 different churches in Nottinghamshire came together to pray as part of #ThyKingdomCome at Trent Vineyard. Check out these beautiful images from their prayer gathering. 📸: The Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham

A joy and privilege to share alongside Lynda Blakeley at the The Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham 'Disciple' training sessions in Stapleford and Olerton. Lots of energy from leaders across the Diocese wanting to connect compassionate action with prayer.

Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it -Proverbs 4:23 In this special edition of Start the Day Paul Williams and Sarah share with you inspiring reflections on the book of Proverbs from a beautiful setting in the Lake District youtube.com/watch?v=KCMXUu…

Today in #Nottingham we remember: Barnaby Webber Grace O’Malley-Kumar Ian Coates A year on from their tragic deaths. Loved & not forgotten. Uni of Nottingham #WeAreUoN 🏹 My Nottingham The Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham

A short service was held at St Peter's to remember the three victims and to give thanks for their lives. May they rest in peace. Uni of Nottingham #WeAreUoN University of Nottingham Alumni The Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham Nottingham Deaneries

We were delighted to host the Deanery Confirmation Service on Sunday evening, where five candidates (including our own Olubukola!) were confirmed by Bishop Paul. We are praying for them all as they continue in their journey of faith. The Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham

Praying today for all those newly elected to serve in Parliament, especially in the city and across the county of Nottinghamshire, and for Keir Starmer as a new government is formed

In this month’s Start the Day, Bishop Paul follows through our annual reading pattern with some moving reflections from the book of Job. In his message, he shares how we can be assured always of God’s presence and the hope that Jesus brings. youtu.be/1PM3QHMhJ5Q

The Very Reverend Nicola Sullivan, Dean of Southwell, has announced her plans to retire later this year. Dean Nicola’s last day at the Cathedral will be Sunday 29 September. We thank Nicola for her leadership and wisdom over the last 8 years 🙏 For more southwellminster.org/dean-nicola-an…

Delighted to spend time with the The Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham interns at the end of their apprentice track year this afternoon Thanks to the team who have journeyed with them & supported them as they have given so much serving Christ & his Church #FutureLeaders #HopeForTheChurch

Finding your refuge in God 🕊️ Join Paul Williams and Sarah as they share inspiring verses from Psalm 7 and Psalm 16, and invite you to reflect on God as our refuge and shelter. Click the link below to watch the full video: youtube.com/watch?v=sxHTbB…

“Be still, and know that I am God” Psalm 46 v10 Join Paul Williams and Sarah as they share encouraging reflections on Psalm 46. In it God invites us to take time to be still, so that we may know his presence with us each day. Watch the video here: youtube.com/watch?v=yP0byL…

New beginnings A joy to celebrate the start of Jenni’s ministry as Vicar of Christ Church Worksop & St Luke’s Shireoaks in the Bassetlaw & Bawtry Deanery The Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham