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Our vision of encouraging confident Christians, growing churches and transforming communities guides and supports our parishes, churches and three cathedrals.
We are here to help everyone share the Good News of Jesus Christ across our diverse region.

 

The Bishop of Leeds,
The Rt Revd Nick Baines.

Latest News

Dean John reflects on 1,700 years of the Nicene Creed

25th June 2025

The Very Revd John Dobson, Dean of Ripon has written a personal reflection to mark the 1,700th anniversary of the Nicene Creed.

Sorted youth community in Bradford marks 20th birthday

24th June 2025

A youth community which has seen thousands of Bradford’s young people inspired and empowered is celebrating its 20th birthday.

Cornerstone helps churches think about generosity and grow giving

24th June 2025

Churches across the diocese have been able to take advantage of a new online learning platform to help them with their giving and generosity.

Confidence and generous giving help make St John's fit for the future

23rd June 2025

Worshippers at St John the Baptist, Knaresborough chose the Feast of St Barnabas to hold a celebration service attended by Bishop Anna to mark the end of a three-year re-ordering project, made possible by a generous £180,000 donation.

Ackworth Howard School benefits from new solar power

23rd June 2025

One of our Wakefield area schools is using solar energy to power its classroom, thanks to a £2 million investment.

Halifax Minster hosts Summer Festival

20th June 2025

Summer has arrived at Halifax Minster as it prepares for a festival of music, art, poetry and tours set to bring sunshine to the town.

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Barnabas: Encouraging Confidence

Barnabas: Encouraging Confidence is how we work together to create confident Christians, build growing churches and be part of transforming communities.

Barnabas offers every church resources and support at different levels and will help us to become more confident in our mission, leadership, future, and witness.

The programme draws on the wisdom of the parishes, recognises everyone has something to give, and is reflected in strong relationships across the diocese.

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