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Church open morning to show off electric heaters

First published on: 9th February 2023

One of our Ripon area churches is looking to reduce their emissions and keep people warm, and is sharing their findings with the diocese.


Prayers for God’s blessing for same-sex couples take step forward at Synod

First published on: 9th February 2023

Church of England's General Synod has welcomed proposals to enable same-sex couples to have blessings in church.


Bishop Arun's thoughts ahead of Racial Justice Sunday

First published on: 8th February 2023

Bishop Arun reflects on the important lasting legacy of Stephen Lawrence's death 30 years ago


A Generosity Week enables organ repair in Ripon area church

First published on: 8th February 2023

One of our Ripon churches has been celebrating the generosity of their congregation, which has allowed them to repair their organ.


Candles in the Dark

First published on: 7th February 2023

A packed Bradford Cathedral celebrated Candles in the Dark on Sunday night, a diocesan event focussing on evangelism and church growth. 


Partnerships explored at Bradford Study Day

First published on: 3rd February 2023

Faith leaders, public sector representative and more gathered recently at Fountains Church Bradford for a morning of conversations and learning about developing partnerships across the Bradford area.


Honorary Canons are installed at Ripon Cathedral

First published on: 31st January 2023

A range of Honorary Canons have been installed at Ripon Cathedral in recognition of their service and dedication to the diocese.


Mothers' Union to host Domestic Abuse Awareness Day

First published on: 26th January 2023

Mothers’ Union in our diocese are running a Domestic Abuse Awareness Day on Friday, February 24 at St John the Divine in Rastrick


£4.2 million boost for our diocese from the Church Commissioners

First published on: 24th January 2023

Key Christian faith projects in our diocese will get a £4.2m boost, thanks to funding from the Church of England.


Prayers asking for God’s blessing on same-sex couples published by C of E Bishop

First published on: 20th January 2023

Prayers asking for God’s blessing on same-sex couples as they give thanks for their civil marriage or civil partnership are published today.

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