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New outdoor event space launches at St Peter's, Huddersfield this weekend

First published on: 18th September 2024

A new, free performance space for Huddersfield opens beside its parish church this weekend with a service, followed by five hours of brilliant music.

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Carbon Zero plan for medieval church gets green light from council planners

First published on: 18th September 2024

Skipton's medieval Holy Trinity Church is powering towards being carbon neutral after a 'pioneering' plan to replace its old, broken gas heating system was given the go-ahead by North Yorkshire Council.

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New year starts for our Mission Apprentices and Interns

First published on: 18th September 2024

The diocese has been pleased to welcome new interns and Mission Apprentices to join the existing cohort, as they begin their time of learning and service.

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Outdoor fun in the Dales for Sorted's youngsters from Bradford

First published on: 18th September 2024

Archery, climbing and night walks were among the activities for a group of young people who have spent four fun-filled days in the Dales.

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Archdeacon Jonathan is moving to new flocks and pastures

First published on: 17th September 2024

The Ven Jonathan Gough is to retire from his role as Archdeacon of Richmond and Craven after five years of ministry in the Diocese of Leeds.

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Cut arms supply to Sudan and restore diplomatic presence, urges Bishop Nick

First published on: 17th September 2024

Arms supplies to Sudan must be severed and British diplomatic presence in the war torn country be restored, Bishop Nick told the House of Lords recently.

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How practical support helps parishes grow their ministry with children

First published on: 16th September 2024

Real-life help from diocesan experts for parishes looking to grow their ministry with children, young people and families, has been summed up in a personal account by one of our churchwardens.

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Abbey MAT goes on a journey towards net zero

First published on: 12th September 2024

One of our Leeds area multi academy trusts has been on a journey towards net zero over the last few years, and wants to share all that they have learned with schools across the diocese.

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New series of thought-provoking events due to start at St Mark's, Harrogate

First published on: 10th September 2024

A great new series of Saturday morning lectures and seminars kicks off at St Mark’s Harrogate later in September.

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Bishop George Okoth from Tanzania is visiting us this month

First published on: 10th September 2024

Bishop George Okoth and his wife are coming from our Link diocese of Mara in Tanzania to visit us later this month, including a special welcome service at Wakefield Cathedral.

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