Lord, Show Us The Way

A special period of prayer is taking place from Epiphany to Ash Wednesday 2025.

What does the future of our Diocese look like?

• We’re inviting you to join a period of prayer about the future of our Diocese, asking for God’s guidance as we look towards the next steps of a new 10-year Diocesan strategy.

• Make use of the provided resources which are designed to inspire prayer and conversation.

• This collective effort aims to direct us all towards a future that is rooted in local wisdom.

• The feedback we gain thanks to your reflections will inform the ten-year Diocesan strategy.

An introduction from the Bishop of Lincoln

Dear friends,

Since 2021, the Diocese of Lincoln has been on a journey of transformation through our change programme, Time to Change Together.

This has been an opportunity to reimagine how we work together to build a sustainable future—one that is collaborative, empowering, and rooted in the wisdom of local communities.

As we continue this journey, I invite you to join me in prayer, asking God for guidance and clarity as we seek to grow our Christian communities, reach those who have yet to experience His love, and nurture deeper relationships with Him.

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In the weeks leading up to Ash Wednesday, we will be exploring the theme, ‘Lord, show us the way.’

Together, we will reflect on what it means to be a Church that listens to God’s call, responds with faith, and walks in His purpose.

To support this shared reflection, we’ve created a range of resources which are available on this page. These materials are designed to inspire prayer, conversation, and action in your local contexts.

Whether you are part of a congregation, a small group, or exploring on your own, these resources are there to guide and encourage you.

I warmly encourage you to engage with these tools and share your thoughts, ideas, and experiences. Together, let’s seek God’s direction and discover how He is calling us to grow and serve in new and exciting ways.

May God bless you richly as we walk this path together.

With prayers and every blessing,

+Stephen

1. Use the prayer resources below.

2. Log your reflections.

3. Feedback your reflections.

Main Resources

Feedback your reflections

As part of this period of prayer, senior clergy will be taking on board your feedback to inform the strategic steps we take as a Diocese for the next 10 years and beyond.

We encourage you to feedback your reflections so we have an accurate understanding of what you believe God is saying about our shared future mission and ministry.

Further Resources