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Words of Grace: Living Hope in the Diocese of Sheffield

Diocese of Sheffield
Diocese Of Sheffield
Church Of England
Sheffield
Anglican Church
Artificial Intelligence
Ordination
Safeguarding Sunday
Vocations
Sheffield Cathedral
Goole
Christianity
Easter
House Of Opportunity
Church Planting
Young Leaders' Community
Lord's Prayer
Religion
St John's Goole
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The Diocese of Sheffield podcast, hosted by Ben Fearn and Paul Sheridan. Each episode will feature a guest from the diocese sharing their faith stories.

From clergy to lay people across a broad range of traditions, we'll ask what drew people to the diocese and delve deeper into questions of faith.

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Today’s Words of Grace episode is a recording of our live podcast special at last week’s Diocesan Conference, featuring The Rt Revd Rhiannon King, Bishop of Southampton, The Rt Revd Dr Pete Wilcox, Bishop of Sheffield, and The Rt Revd Leah Vasey-Saun... more

‘I want what you have - how can you have hope and joy in the middle of everything?’

Bob Goody, CEO of Rural Missions, joins Paul and Ben on the podcast today, talking about:

✝️ The challenges and opportunities rural churches face

✝️ The power of a... more

"Who is missing from the table? And how do we make sure there is space for everyone?"

Revd Adam Priestley and Revd Anesia Cook host today’s Racial Justice and Working-Class special.

Adam and Anesia talk about:

✝️ Ministry on the margins in Doncas... more

‘I’d been chasing fullness of life - just in all the wrong places. I found peace again in Jesus’.

Revd Luke Graham, Priest-in-Charge of St John’s Park, is on the podcast today with Paul and Ben, talking about:

✝️ Growing up in church - and drifting... more

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Recent Guests

Luke Graham
Priest in Charge of St. John's Park
St. John's Park, Diocese of Sheffield
Episode: 166. Revd Luke Graham - Priest-in-Charge of St John's Park
Beth Langner
The Reverend Beth Langner, Priest in Charge, St Bartholomew's Maltby and All Saints Laughton-en-le-Morthen
Church of England, Diocese of Sheffield
Episode: 165. Revd Beth Langner - Priest-in-Charge of St Bartholomew's Maltby and All Saints Laughton-en-le- Morthen
Caroline Wyman
Reverend, priest in charge of St James Clifton; oversight minister of Herringthorpe, Whiston, St James
St James Clifton, Diocese of Sheffield
Episode: 162. Mother Caroline Wyman - Priest-in-Charge of St James Clifton
Joe Goodchild
Assistant Lights for Christ Enabler
Diocese of Sheffield
Episode: 161. Joe Goodchild - Assistant Lights for Christ Enabler
Jonny Patton
Worship leader and Ops Director at St John's Goole
St John's Goole
Episode: 160. Jonny Patton - Worship and Operations Director at St John’s Goole
Charlotte Roberts
Head of Education at Sheffield Cathedral
Sheffield Cathedral
Episode: 159. Charlotte Roberts - Head of Education at Sheffield Cathedral
Katie Bell
CEO and Diocesan Secretary
Diocese of Sheffield
Episode: 158. Katie Bell - CEO and Diocesan Secretary
Nick McKee
Director for Ministry, Ministry Development Team at the Church of England
Church of England
Episode: 156. Revd Nick McKee - Vocations Sunday Special
Simon Cross
Reverend Doctor, specialist in AI for the Church of England's Faith and Public Life team
Church of England Faith and Public Life
Episode: 155. Bishop's Annual Lecture 2026 - Artificial Intelligence and the Purposes of God

Hosts

Paul Sheridan
Host with long-standing involvement in the Diocese of Sheffield, often presenting as a senior church leader and communications facilitator.
Ben Fearn
Co-host, frequently engages in program leadership, operations, and diocesan storytelling.

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165. Revd Beth Langner - Priest-in-Charge of St Bartholomew's Maltby and All Saints Laughton-en-le- Morthen
Q: How did your early experiences shape your sense of vocation?
Beth describes how early career expectations and social labels created doubt about what she could become, but a pivotal encounter with faith and the support of compassionate church members redirected her path toward ordination.
117. Estella Kirk - Christian songwriter in Nashville
Q: So Sammy asked about wishes for a new worship song. What would you like to hear more songs about?
Estella responds by describing a desire for worship songs that creatively paint gospel truths in fresh images, continuing the theme of 'Same Jesus, Different Pew' and exploring how to tell personal stories through worship while keeping the message unmistakably about Jesus.
118. Mussarat Iqbal - Churchwarden at St James Doncaster
Q: Who is the guest and what is her role in the church?
Mussarat explains she is the Churchwarden at St James Doncaster and shares her background, including growing up in Pakistan, her nursing career, her subsequent theological study, and her evolving ministry within the Diocese of Sheffield.
124. Revd Rachel Crossley - Curate at St Chad’s Woodseats and St Paul’s Norton Lees
Q: Tell us about your upbringing and early memories of church life.
Rachel describes a Methodist upbringing across various villages and towns, with strong family influence from her mother and a sense that church life was a constant presence, helping shape her identity and eventual vocation.
122. Revd Canon Karen Cribb - Associate Vicar at St Mary’s Bramall Lane
Q: What was the city and diocese like when you first arrived at St Mary's?
She describes St Mary's as a daughter church with a rich history, the community center functions, and how the church gradually integrated more diverse leadership and social outreach over the years.

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This series centers on faith journeys within a regional Anglican diocese, highlighting both clergy and lay leaders as they share how their beliefs shape their work, communities, and everyday lives. Across episodes, conversations touch on vocation, church leadership, education, community renewal, heritage building, and the practical challenges of running parishes in contemporary society. Notable throughlines include discernment in ministry, the intersection of faith and technology, and hands-on programs that support vulnerable groups, education, and town renewal. The show often features personal stories, family life, and the everyday rhythms of parish ministry, making it useful for listeners who want authentic, practitioner-focused perspecti... more

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