World Book Day shared with Bradford area parishes
First published on: 9th March 2023World Book Day isn’t just for schools, as the parish of Kildwick, Cononley and Bradley found out this last week.
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Third National Day of Reflection to be marked at Bradford Cathedral
First published on: 9th March 2023The National Day of Reflection – which takes place on the third anniversary of the first COVID lockdown – will be marked at the Cathedral through ‘trees of remembrance’ and the chance to light candles.
New Bishop of Huddersfield spends busy first day in diocese
First published on: 9th March 2023The newly announced next Bishop of Huddersfield, the Revd Canon Smitha Prasadam, spent a busy first day in the diocese on Wednesday, March 8.
New Bishop of Huddersfield announced
First published on: 8th March 2023The Revd Canon Smitha Prasadam, currently Chaplain of St Albans, Copenhagen, will take up the role of Bishop of Huddersfield, Downing Street announced this morning.
Diocesan interns learn about caring for God's creation
First published on: 7th March 2023Our diocesan interns spent some time this week learning about why and how we care for God’s creation.
Halifax Minster hosts celebration service for former MP Alice Mahon
First published on: 7th March 2023People from across Halifax gathered this week to celebrate the life of Alice Mahon, former MP for Halifax, who died recently.
Iona Community's John Bell leads day of joyful song in the Dales
First published on: 3rd March 2023John Bell of the Iona Community leads a joyful day of song at St Alkelda's, Giggleswick
Coronation Resources for Churches now available
First published on: 1st March 2023The Church of England is providing a range of resources to help churches and parishes to mark the Coronation of King Charles III, an historic moment in the life of our nation.
Prayer vigils for Ukraine take place across diocese
First published on: 24th February 2023Services have taken place across the diocese marking the first anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, as people continue to pray for peace and justice in the region.
Diocese of Leeds represents at global Anglican meeting
First published on: 24th February 2023Two people from the Diocese of Leeds were part of a meeting of Anglicans from around the world when they a meeting of the Anglican Consultative Council (ACC) in Ghana last week.
