News and Communications - Diocese of Leeds

National Church launches new projects to champion its diversity

First published on: 2nd August 2023

THE Church of England has launched an initiative to encourage stronger networking between clergy, ordinands, and lay ministers and leaders of Global Majority Heritage/UK Minority Heritage (GMH/UKME).

Pop out of the rain into Bradford Cathedral's summer Pop-up Cafe

First published on: 2nd August 2023

Bradford Cathedral is hosting a special Pop-up Café for a month, selling a range of hot and cold drinks, cakes and made-to-order food in its beautiful and dry building.

New resources for our churches to support Sudan

First published on: 31st July 2023

New resources to help our churches pray for Sudan have been shared with churches across the diocese.

The next steps for Barnabas: Encouraging Confidence

First published on: 28th July 2023

Barnabas: Encouraging Confidence is a long-term programme, with much to come in the next weeks, months and years.

Special lakeside service for all takes place on Bank Holiday Sunday

First published on: 28th July 2023

A holiday time service held beside stunning Semerwater in the heart of the Dales takes place for parishioners and visitors on Sunday, August 27.

Barnabas reduces barriers for parishes in all their work

First published on: 26th July 2023

The Diocese of Leeds is keen to make sure that all have the chance to get involved in Barnabas: Encouraging Confidence.

Barnabas increases diocesan support for children and families

First published on: 24th July 2023

As part of Barnabas: Encouraging Confidence, the Diocese of Leeds is pleased to be able to expand support offered to children, young people and families.

Horbury parish to connect with children and families

First published on: 21st July 2023

One of our Wakefield parishes is able to connect more with children and families thanks to new funding.

Community Garden brings people together in Bellerby

First published on: 19th July 2023

One of our Ripon churches has been celebrating community and the environment with their Community Garden.

Developing personal growth and leadership as part of Barnabas

First published on: 19th July 2023

One of the priorities for Barnabas: Encouraging Confidence is supporting churches to identify their next steps in mission, and giving them the confidence to take them.