New deacons ordained at Wakefield Cathedral
First published on: 30th June 2025Thirteen new deacons were ordained at Wakefield Cathedral on Saturday, June 28 at a joyful service of celebration.
News and Communications
Dean John reflects on 1,700 years of the Nicene Creed
First published on: 25th June 2025The Very Revd John Dobson, Dean of Ripon has written a personal reflection to mark the 1,700th anniversary of the Nicene Creed.
Cornerstone helps churches think about generosity and grow giving
First published on: 24th June 2025Churches across the diocese have been able to take advantage of a new online learning platform to help them with their giving and generosity.
Sorted youth community in Bradford marks 20th birthday
First published on: 24th June 2025A youth community which has seen thousands of Bradford’s young people inspired and empowered is celebrating its 20th birthday.
Ackworth Howard School benefits from new solar power
First published on: 23rd June 2025One of our Wakefield area schools is using solar energy to power its classroom, thanks to a £2 million investment.
Confidence and generous giving help make St John's fit for the future
First published on: 23rd June 2025Worshippers 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.
Halifax Minster hosts Summer Festival
First published on: 20th June 2025Summer has arrived at Halifax Minster as it prepares for a festival of music, art, poetry and tours set to bring sunshine to the town.
Diocese of Leeds publishes annual report for 2024
First published on: 19th June 2025The Diocese of Leeds is pleased to publish its annual report for 2024, sharing the successes of our teams working to encourage confidence and create confident Christians, support growing churches and help transform communities.
Mission Apprentices and Interns celebrate serving churches and communities
First published on: 18th June 2025Some 60 people gathered at Fountains Church on Tuesday, June 10, to celebrate and give thanks for our Bradford Mission Apprentices and Diocesan Interns, celebrating all that God has done in and through them during the time they have been serving their churches.
Diocese launches new Vacancy in See explainer
First published on: 17th June 2025The Diocese of Leeds has launched a new webpage to help explain the Vacancy in See process, as we get ready for the retirement of the Rt Revd Nick Baines, the Bishop of Leeds.
