News and Communications - Diocese of Leeds

Thoughts across the diocese on 30 years of women's ordinations

First published on: 14th November 2022

Three members of our clergy with greatly different roles and responsibilities have shared their thoughts on the 30th anniversary of women’s ordination.

Junior Altar Server raises money by donating hair

First published on: 11th November 2022

A junior Altar Server at one of our Leeds churches has been raising money by donating some of her hair in a good cause.

Leeds performers open Blackburn conference with dramatic take on John's Gospel

First published on: 11th November 2022

A new dramatization of the Gospel of John, put together by people from our diocese, has opened the Diocesan Conference for the Diocese of Blackburn.

Angels prompt deep reflections at new art exhibition

First published on: 9th November 2022

Images of angels in a new art exhibition at St Peter’s Harrogate are prompting thought and reflection.

Churches honour selfless sacrifice during week of remembrance

First published on: 9th November 2022

Churches across our diocese remain at the centre of community life, as shown by their role in honouring selfless courage and sacrifice in the lead up to Remembrance Day.

'Gaia' installation launches at Holy Trinity Boar Lane

First published on: 8th November 2022

The stunning ‘Gaia’ earth installation was unveiled at Holy Trinity Boar Lane, Leeds on Monday evening by the Bishop of Kirkstall, the Rt Revd Arun Arora.

Craven churches share great green work with community

First published on: 7th November 2022

Skipton Library is hosting a display about the great work of the Towards Carbon Neutral Churches in Craven group this November.

Eco Church exhibition hosted at Ripon Cathedral

First published on: 28th October 2022

Ripon Cathedral are currently hosting an 'Eco Church' exhibition put together by the Eco Action Group based ...

New book for Advent and Christmas

First published on: 27th October 2022

Alison Askew, a retired priest living in Ripon, has written a short book for Advent and Christmas. It ...

Call to Prayer for COP27 Climate Talks

First published on: 26th October 2022

Christians across the diocese are being invited to join in a daily act of prayer for world leaders ...