Today we pray for:
Vigil services, either tonight or early in the morning #SheffPrayer

Three crosses

'Jesus uttered a loud cry and breathed his last. And the curtain of the temple was torn in two, from top to bottom. And when the centurion, who stood facing him, saw that in this way he breathed his last, he said, “Truly this man was the Son of God!”' (Mark 15: 37-39).

#GoodFriday

Today we pray for:
Good Friday. ‘Jesus said, “It is finished.” With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit’ (John 19:30). Give thanks that Jesus saw through the task of salvation #SheffPrayer

Today we pray for:
Maundy Thursday. ‘He poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples’ feet’ (John 13:5). Pray for the same humility to mark our churches & their leaders #SheffPrayer

Simon speaking at the Bishop's Annual Lecture

“God is the author of all creation. We've a duty to future generations, and the key test is this – is this tool used in this particular way augmenting or undermining my point in being here?

A look back at the Bishop's Annual Lecture talk on AI by Revd Dr Simon Cross 👇

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Emma Johnson

Emma Johnson, CP Worker at St John's Goole, is on the podcast today, talking about:

✝️ The impact her nan had on her faith
✝️ How an Alpha course helped to encourage her journey with Jesus
✝️ The Goole community
✝️ Encouraging youth work
✝️ The story of an upside-down bible

➡️ sheffdio.org/podcast

📻 Revd Lucy Sablan gave a two minute reflection yesterday on BBC Sheffield

Kat Cowan on BBC Radio Sheffield - Xanthe Palmer sits in (29/03/2026) - BBC Sounds The week's big topics, faith and ethical discussion.

'This divine love is sacrificing, selfless, unconditional - but also exposing and challenging. To gaze upon that love, as we do at Easter, is not just to have our desires met but to begin to allow ourselves to be transformed into its likeness'

Listen from 23:26 👇

www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

Arise Rotherham

We're up to 79% of the borough and over 3,200km being covered in prayer!

#LightsforChrist #AriseRotherham
www.ariserotherham.org

The group walking into St Leonard's Dinnington

On Saturday a group of pilgrims took part in the Arise Rotherham walk from Wales to Roche Abbey, taking in:

✝️ Wales: St John the Baptist
✝️ Todwick: St Peter & St Paul
✝️ South Anston: Methodist Church
✝️ Dinnington: St Leonard
✝️ Roche Abbey

A perfect day out with a relaxed walk in the company of members from neighbouring Churches in beautiful South Yorkshire, enjoying hospitality, prayer, music, and fellowship @sheffdio.org

The Arise Rotherham launch at the start of March

There are just a few days left of Arise Rotherham, a chance to prayerwalk the entire borough. The latest progress is:

• 174 registered on the app
• 72% of the map has turned red or gold
• Over 3,000km of prayerwalking

Read more about Arise Rotherham in Network 👇

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...". I will follow the evidence without prejudice, wherever it may lead, wholly independent of government, law enforcement, or any other public body.”

"Many who were present at Orgreave have waited most of their lives for a process that listens to them, respects their testimony, and examines the facts without fear or favour...

“While policing has changed significantly since 1984, serious questions about the specific events at Orgreave remain unanswered. I approach this responsibility with impartiality, humility, and a firm commitment to transparency.

Bishop Pete said:

“In chairing the Orgreave Inquiry, I wish to help resolve a trauma that persists to this day – for the miners who were injured at Orgreave, who were arrested at Orgreave, who feel their story has not yet been fully told.

Orgreave Inquiry Formally Launches as Chair Pledges to “Establish the Truth” - The Diocese of Sheffield Published on: 26/03/2026The independent statutory Orgreave Inquiry has formally launched today (Thursday 26 March 2026), with its Chair pledging to […]

The independent statutory Orgreave Inquiry has formally launched today.

Bishop Pete will chair the Inquiry, supported by a four‑person panel. The Inquiry will operate entirely independent of government and any other public body.

Breathe Deep 2026

'Imagine Sheffield Cathedral filled with hundreds of young people leading & learning from each other, praising God together & having loads of fun - that’s a little snapshot of Breathe Deep!'

Young Leaders’ Community Enabler Rachel Baker shares testimonies from Breathe Deep

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A prayer for the installation of the Archbishop of Canterbury. Almighty God, you call your Church in every age to proclaim the gospel of Christ: look with mercy upon your servant Sarah, and grant that, as deacon, she may care for those in need, as priest, sustain us with the ministry of word and sacrament, and as bishop, guard the faith and build up the body of Christ in holiness. Give her wisdom and kindness that as archbishop, she may promote unity, seek truth, and lead us in the way of righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Join us in prayer for the Archbishop of Canterbury on the day of her installation. 🙏

'(all the baptised shining as lights for Christ in the world) can bear effective witness to the salvation God holds out to the world in the life, death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus. In that respect, an installation in the week between Passion Sunday and Palm Sunday seems providentially timed.'

'If these are to be the new Archbishops priorities, we are delighted and look forward to the fruit we anticipate in the months and years ahead.

'We pray that during her tenure, the parishes of the Church of England will be revitalised so that the people of God, lay and ordained...

'It is an altogether more ambitious pilgrimage than the one Bishop Pete completed in the week before his installation in September 2017! The walk prioritises three things: prayer, places of worship, and connection with people beyond the boundary of church.

'We pray for her and for her husband Eamonn as she is installed at Canterbury Cathedral. It is highly symbolic Archbishop Sarah has chosen to walk from London to Canterbury in preparation for her installation.

Installation of Sarah Mullally as Archbishop of Canterbury - The Diocese of Sheffield Archbishop of Canterbury Sarah Mullally Prays for Healing and Hope for the World Ahead of Historic Installation.

A statement from Bishop Pete & Bishop Leah, ahead of ++Sarah Mullally's installation as Archbishop of Canterbury today:

'A former Chief Nurse has been called by God to be our Chief Pastor, and we are excited about what Archbishop Sarah will give to the Church of England in the coming years.

A magazine cover titled network (Issue 27 / Spring 2026). The photograph shows the exterior of a historic stone church on a bright sunny day, with a tall spire rising into a clear blue sky. The church is surrounded by green grass and yellow daffodils in bloom along a stone path. Trees with bare branches stand behind the church. Text on the cover reads: “Young People Leading Worship • Wear Your Faith Fortnight,” followed by feature titles: “Lent 2026,” “Church Explorers Week,” and “Artificial Intelligence and the Purposes of God.”

🏵️Our Spring Network magazine is here!

🙌 Young people leading worship at Breathe Deep
📈 Major progress in our Renewed, Released, Rejuvenated strategy
🚶‍♂️ The 192‑mile walk to save St John’s Ranmoor's spire
🙏 Arise Rotherham 2026
🌱 Churches making big strides towards Net Zero

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Parish Nursing Grant Info Session - The Diocese of Sheffield What Is It For A Parish Nursing Service is an innovative service, provided in partnership with Parish Nursing Ministries UK, […]

A new grant pot is available to assist a church or parish in the Diocese of Sheffield with the set-up costs to provide a parish nursing service.

To find out more, come along to one of our 45 minute online info sessions:

Wednesday 22 April, 1.15pm
Thursday 23 April, 7.30pm

Hannah talks about:

✝️ Her upbringing in Tamworth
✝️ Getting married and preparing for ordination whilst studying at university
✝️ Studying for theological college in Cambridge
✝️ Feeling called to the Diocese of Sheffield
✝️ Why the role of AATE is one of the best in the Church of England

Hannah Hupfield

Revd Hannah Hupfield, Associate Archdeacon Transition Enabler (AATE) for Adwick le Street & Snaith & Hatfield, is today’s guest for our 150th episode of Words of Grace.

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The entry on the Order Paper is as follows: ‘The Lord Bishop of Sheffield to ask His Majesty’s Government what assessment they have made of the use of technological assistance for flood detection and prevention.' (Lord Katz, DEFRA)’

The full debate can be see on Parliament TV.

'The severe flooding we have experienced again this winter makes it clear increasingly urgent further action is needed to protect homes, businesses & communities'.

@bishoppete.bsky.social asked a question in the House of Lords yesterday about technological assistance to detect and prevent flooding.