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October 1, 2026

Giving thanks for faithful Lay Ministry across the Diocese

Lay Workers, Lay Ministers and Readers gathered in Peterborough Cathedral on Saturday 20 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.

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