News and Communications - Diocese of Leeds

Archbishop of York launches Faith in the North from our diocese

First published on: 10th October 2023

The Archbishop of York, the Most Revd Stephen Cottrell, has been exploring the Diocese of Leeds as part of the launch of a new movement, Faith in the North.

Our bishops pray and call for peace in Israel and Palestine

First published on: 9th October 2023

Following the recent violence in Israel and Palestine, the six bishops of the Diocese of Leeds have made a statement calling for peace and justice.

Give To Go Green helps churches in our diocese fund carbon-cutting projects

First published on: 6th October 2023

A new pilot scheme is helping churches in our diocese double their money for carbon-cutting projects.

Diocese says goodbye to Robin Gamble at service in Bradford Cathedral

First published on: 4th October 2023

A farewell service for the Revd Canon Robin Gamble - Bishop’s Advisor in Church Growth - was held at Bradford Cathedral on the evening of Sunday, October 1.

Church of England seeks stories of pioneers of racial justice

First published on: 3rd October 2023

The Church of England is looking to share stories to celebrate church pioneers of Racial Justice.

New interns gather as their time of service gets underway

First published on: 3rd October 2023

The Diocese is thrilled to welcome our new community of 28 interns and Mission Apprentices as part of its 2023-24 Diocesan Internship programme.

New pilgrimage route walked and new life for closed church

First published on: 2nd October 2023

Some 60 Ripon area walkers have taken part in a pilgrimage raising awareness for a new pilgrimage route, as well as a new life for a closed church.

Special event highlights hidden tragedy of modern slavery

First published on: 28th September 2023

How victims of modern slavery are secretly exploited in our communities was the subject of a recent event, hosted by Wellsprings Together at Bradford’s Fountains Church.

Turin Shroud exhibition comes to Halifax Minster this Autumn

First published on: 27th September 2023

An exhibition around one of the most famous religious artefacts in history is coming to Halifax.

National conference on Christian living, wellbeing and racism comes to Leeds

First published on: 26th September 2023

The Anglican Minority Network (AMEN) and USPG (United Society Partners in the Gospel), together with two of our Bishops are inviting clergy and lay leaders to “Living Well” – a national conference at the St George’s Centre, Leeds on Saturday, November 4.