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Churches Together in England's Autumn meeting of the Enabling Group concluded with a devotional from CTE President (for the 4th Presidency Group) Bishop Paulina Hlawiczka-Trotman. As one of the topics for consideration was the church's engagement with artificial intelligence, Bishop Paulina invited participants to test everything and hold onto what is good (cf 1 Thessalonians 5:21), summarising, 'No technology can replace the value of human relationships, the responsibility o

Rev’d Joseph Nelson | Catechism Lesson | Leeds Explore the Second Commandment, “You shall not take the name of the Lord in vain,” in this catechism lesson by Pastor Joseph Nelson from a service at St Luke’s in Leeds. Read the lesson to reflect on the meaning of this commandment and how we are called to honour God's name in our daily lives.

Rev’d Joseph Nelson | Catechism Lesson | Leeds What does it mean to have no other gods? In this catechism lesson, Pastor Joseph Nelson explores the First Commandment, “You shall have no other gods,” and its significance for the Christian life. Explore this catechism lesson by Pastor Joseph Nelson from a service at St Luke’s in Leeds. Read the lesson to reflect on the meaning of this commandment and its importance in our Christian faith.

The Porvoo Contact Group (comprised of church representatives from across the Communion's membership), along with Primates and Presiding Bishops, met this week in London. The Church of England hosted this joint meeting, during which guests explored social and political topics of interest to churches, visited the Houses of Parliament with Archbishop Stephen Cottrell, and celebrated evensong at Westminster Abbey, which was the site of the Porvoo Declaration signing thirty years

The Council of Lutheran Churches was delighted to host the final day of the United Reformed Church’s theological consultation with its partner church, the Evangelische Kirche der Pfalz in Germany, at St George’s German Lutheran Church. Entitled “The Church’s Prophetic Voice: Naming and Resisting Evil in Society, War and the Climate Crisis”, the consultation took place from 7–10 October 2026. The programme at St George’s included an introduction to the church’s history by Anet

Last week, the Council of Lutheran Churches (CLC) General Secretary, Pastor Meelis Süld, visited the Birmingham Lutheran Chaplaincy and led worship. The chaplaincy is a special community that welcomes university students and staff while also reaching beyond university life to bring local Lutherans together in faith and fellowship. We give heartfelt thanks to LCiGB Pastor John Evenson, who has faithfully served as Lutheran chaplain in Birmingham for 23 years. We are grateful f

On the first Sunday of each month at 2:30 pm, the Polish Lutheran Congregation in Bradford gathers for worship at the Polish Catholic Church. Founded in the post-war period, the Bradford congregation is believed to be one of the oldest continuously active Polish Lutheran congregations in the country. For generations, it has provided a place for Polish Lutherans to come together in faith, prayer and fellowship. This historic congregation continues its journey, keeping the Luth

The Lutheran Church in Great Britain is pleased to offer regular Lutheran worship in Harrogate, providing an opportunity for members of our community and visitors to gather together in faith, prayer and fellowship. Services take place in Harrogate on the last Sunday of every second month. These gatherings offer a welcoming space to hear God’s Word, participate in worship, receive Holy Communion and spend time together as a Christian community. Everyone is warmly welcome to at

Our Harvest Thanksgiving service in Nottingham was a beautiful opportunity to come together as a church family and give thanks for God’s goodness and provision. We are especially grateful to Pastor Elina Wright, who led the service and shared the message, helping us reflect on the many blessings we receive and the importance of living with thankful hearts. Our thanks also go to Andy Wright for the readings and to Tym Novak for supporting the service through the prayers. We ar

A time to worship, remember, and celebrate together This October and November, we warmly invite you to join us for a series of special Reformation Sunday services across the North of England. Reformation Sunday is an opportunity to reflect on the history and continuing significance of the Reformation, while gathering together in worship, prayer, music and fellowship. 25th October 10.30am – Holy Communion, Leeds 6.30pm – Choral Vespers, St Michael and All Angels’, Headingley

We are delighted to share that Bishop Paulina Hławiczka-Trotman, Bishop of the Lutheran Church in Great Britain, gave a talk at the 33rd National Forum of Lutheran Women, taking place in Łódź, Poland, from 18–20 September. This year’s Forum is centred around the theme “New Me – not by my strength, but by God”, bringing together Lutheran women from across Poland for a time of fellowship, reflection, prayer and conversation. We are grateful that Bishop Paulina was invited to co

A sermon by Rev’d Joseph Nelson In this sermon, Pastor Joseph Nelson reflects on the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary and her important place in the story of our salvation. Preached at All Souls Church in Leeds, the sermon explores Mary’s life, faith and calling, and points us towards the birth of Jesus Christ and God’s plan for the world. We invite you to read Pastor Joseph’s sermon and take some time to reflect on this important feast and the life of the Blessed Virgin M

A reflection on grief, loss, faith and hope Grief Awareness Day was observed on 30 August, at a time when many of us were taking our last steps through the long, light days of summer. Yet grief is not bound by seasons. It is one of the most profound and important realities we encounter in the life of the Church and in our own lives. So, as summer gives way to autumn and the days begin to grow quieter, I would like to offer an opportunity to pause, to make space for reflection

Last Friday, Lutheran pastors from across the North of England gathered in Leeds for our latest North of England Lutheran Pastors Meeting. These gatherings are a wonderful opportunity to socialise, pray, share experiences and work together in our ministry across the region. It is always encouraging to spend time together and support one another in our calling to serve Christ and His Church. Please keep all our pastors, congregations and communities in your prayers.

Last week, we gathered in Manchester for a very special celebration of confirmations — a joyful occasion of faith, prayer, fellowship, and new beginnings. We were grateful for the ministry of Pastor Joseph and Bishop Walter. It was a wonderful opportunity for our church community to come together and celebrate those who were confirmed, as they took an important step in their journey of faith and were welcomed more deeply into the life of the Church. The atmosphere was filled

Following today’s Service of Thanksgiving, we took a moment to look back at the past 13 years of St Anne’s Lutheran Church at St Mary-at-Hill. Through photographs, we remembered the people, places and moments that have shaped our community — the ordinary Sundays and special celebrations, the laughter and the prayers, the baptisms and confirmations, the music, the ministry, the friendships and all the memories made along the way. St Mary-at-Hill has been more than a building.

We are delighted to announce the launch of a new series of English-language Lutheran services in Manchester, bringing together people from across Greater Manchester to worship, pray, and grow in faith. Our Launch Service will take place on Sunday, 13 September 2026 at 4:00 pm at Martin Luther Church, 9 Park Road, Stretford, Manchester (M32 8FE). This special service will be led jointly by Pastor Joseph, Pastor Krystyna, and Pastor Christa. A Regular Opportunity for Worship Fo

St Anne’s Lutheran Church had to make the difficult decision to part with our beloved harpsichord. We hope it will find a new home with someone who will enjoy and appreciate playing it. The instrument features two sets of strings, can be transposed between modern and Baroque pitch, and includes its own case. A tuning jack is included, and we have a maintenance report available to share with interested buyers. If you’re interested or would like more information, please get in

From September 2026, St Anne's Lutheran Church will begin an exciting new chapter as the congregation moves to its new home at St George's Lutheran Church, 55 Alie Street, London E1 8EB. St George's has recently been revitalised as a shared Lutheran centre in London, offering a welcoming home for congregations from across the Lutheran tradition. This move marks a significant moment in the life of the congregation while continuing St Anne's long tradition of worship, fellowshi

Meelis Süld - pastor, journalist and general secretary of the Council of Lutheran Churches in Great Britain - reflects on why church unity is important, and what are the ecumenical resources that help the most. Read the full interview: https://www.oikoumene.org/news/meelis-suld-we-are-one-different-expressions-of-christs-body Photo: Olev Mihkelmaa