Mission, Ministry and Discipleship News Stories
Say hello to Eleanor – The new Archdeacon of Stow and Lindsey
We are delighted to announce that Eleanor Robertshaw will serve as the next Archdeacon of Stow and Lindsey in the Diocese of Lincoln. Discover more about her life and her vision.
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Celebrating the service of our lay ministers at the annual Lay Ministry Service 2025
It was a delightful day at Lincoln Cathedral on Saturday 11 October for lay ministers from across our diocese. We celebrated their tremendous contributions to sharing the love of Christ and proclaiming the Good News throughout the communities we serve.
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Diocesan Strategy engagement events announced – sign up today!
A number of strategy engagement events taking place across Greater Lincolnshire in November and December have been announced. You'll hear from senior diocesan leadership about the development of a long term strategy for our diocese.
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The Cranmer Awards: Join the Competition (11 – 18 Year olds)
We are delighted to announce that, for the first time, St Botolph's Church (Boston) in the Diocese of Lincoln will host a regional heat of the prestigious Cranmer Award —a national public-speaking competition for young people aged 11–18, organised by the Prayer Book Society.
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Generous Giving Officer, Hugo Cobham, prepares for new role with Diocese of York
After over eight years of dedicated service as the Generous Living Advisor for the Diocese of Lincoln, Hugo Cobham will be leaving his post.
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Blossoming relationship with creation at Barrowby Church earns prestigious award
With our diocese recognising the climate crisis, we are seeking to live alongside creation in love and care as intended and strive for Carbon Net Zero by 2030. This eco church movement has seen churches taking action – with Barrowby claiming the very first A-RochaUK gold eco-award in Greater Lincolnshire.
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Become a Focal Minister – Nominations open until 31 August 2025!
The Diocese of Lincoln is now accepting nominations for the third cohort of Focal Ministry Candidates. Are you being called?
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New Diocesan Director of Ordinands and Vocations for the Diocese of Lincoln announced
We are delighted to announce that the Revd Clay Roundtree has been appointed as the next Diocesan Director of Ordinands and Vocations for the Diocese of Lincoln.
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Meet those being ordained in our diocese in 2025
Meet the ordinands being ordained priest or deacon in 2025 on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 June at Lincoln Cathedral.
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Easter Message 2025 by the Bishop of Lincoln
An Easter message for 2025 by the Bishop of Lincoln, the Rt Revd Stephen Conway.
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The Diocesan Lent Course Sermon Series
This year, our Diocese has produced a Lent course called 'Lord, Teach Us To Pray'. During each week of Lent, a sermon is being preached at Lincoln Cathedral which reflects on the theme for that week. Watch them all here.
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Aged 18-30? Discover Faith With The Ministry Experience Scheme – APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN!
*Application now open for September 2025* - The Ministry Experience Scheme is an exciting opportunity to dive into loads of different experiences which support the fantastic work happening in communtiies (not just in a church building!) and help you discover God at work in others and in your own life.
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