Church of England seeks stories of pioneers of racial justice
First published on: 3rd October 2023The Church of England is looking to share stories to celebrate church pioneers of Racial Justice.
News and Communications
New interns gather as their time of service gets underway
First published on: 3rd October 2023The Diocese is thrilled to welcome our new community of 28 interns and Mission Apprentices as part of its 2023-24 Diocesan Internship programme.
New pilgrimage route walked and new life for closed church
First published on: 2nd October 2023Some 60 Ripon area walkers have taken part in a pilgrimage raising awareness for a new pilgrimage route, as well as a new life for a closed church.
Special event highlights hidden tragedy of modern slavery
First published on: 28th September 2023How victims of modern slavery are secretly exploited in our communities was the subject of a recent event, hosted by Wellsprings Together at Bradford’s Fountains Church.
Turin Shroud exhibition comes to Halifax Minster this Autumn
First published on: 27th September 2023An exhibition around one of the most famous religious artefacts in history is coming to Halifax.
National conference on Christian living, wellbeing and racism comes to Leeds
First published on: 26th September 2023The Anglican Minority Network (AMEN) and USPG (United Society Partners in the Gospel), together with two of our Bishops are inviting clergy and lay leaders to “Living Well” – a national conference at the St George’s Centre, Leeds on Saturday, November 4.
Church work to support Hong Kong arrivals in Leeds makes national news
First published on: 25th September 2023The welcome given to arrivals from Hong Kong by one of our churches is profiled in a national magazine this week.
Laughter and sadness at a special farewell for Archdeacon Peter Townley
First published on: 25th September 2023Wakefield Cathedral was packed for a farewell service to the Ven Peter Townley, Archdeacon of Pontefract who has now left to become an Assistant Minister in the Diocese of York.
Restored organ to star in lunchtime recitals at Bradford Cathedral
First published on: 22nd September 2023“Fireworks and Fanfares” is the theme of free lunchtime recitals at Bradford Cathedral to celebrate the return of its newly restored organ.
Bishop Arun says Stick With Love in Archbishop of York's 2023 Advent book
First published on: 19th September 2023The Rt Revd Arun Arora, Bishop of Kirkstall, has written the Archbishop of York’s Advent book for 2023.
