Dean John reflects on 1,700 years of the Nicene Creed
First published on: 25th June 2025The Very Revd John Dobson, Dean of Ripon has written a personal reflection to mark the 1,700th anniversary of the Nicene Creed.
News and Communications
Cornerstone helps churches think about generosity and grow giving
First published on: 24th June 2025Churches across the diocese have been able to take advantage of a new online learning platform to help them with their giving and generosity.
Confidence and generous giving help make St John's fit for the future
First published on: 23rd June 2025Worshippers at St John the Baptist, Knaresborough chose the Feast of St Barnabas to hold a celebration service attended by Bishop Anna to mark the end of a three-year re-ordering project, made possible by a generous £180,000 donation.
Murder mystery helps Ripon area church raise money and engage with community
First published on: 11th June 2025One of our Ripon area churches has been transformed to play host to a church murder mystery, bringing the community into the building and raising money as well.
Confident Christians and supporters abseil in aid of vital church improvements
First published on: 10th June 2025Skipton's heart was in its mouth as confident Christians, residents and visitors took part in a Leap of Faith fundraising event in support of Holy Trinity Church.
New hostel for walkers and cyclists opens in a former church
First published on: 20th May 2025St Michael's Lodge in Hudswell, near Richmond is opening its doors as a new hostel for walkers and cyclists on Saturday.
Celebrations to mark the successful renewal of St Oswald's tower
First published on: 29th April 2025The restored tower of St Oswald’s, Askrigg, complete with new rendering, was blessed by Bishop Anna at a special event to mark the successful end of an inspiring project.
Celebrations of new Archdeacon, Canon Pastor and Honorary Canon at Ripon
First published on: 23rd April 2025The Ven Dr James Theodosius, Archdeacon of Richmond and Craven, was recently collated and installed at Ripon Cathedral alongside their new Canon Pastor, the Revd Canon Wendy Dalrymple, and a new Honorary Canon, the Revd Canon Sue McWhinney.
St Mark's Harrogate become third church in diocese to get Eco Church Gold Award
First published on: 12th March 2025St Mark’s Harrogate have become the third church in the Diocese of Leeds to achieve their A Rocha Eco Church Gold Award.
New Relaxed Church congregation in Harrogate supported by diocese
First published on: 19th February 2025One of our Harrogate area churches has been able to support people with diverse needs with a new congregation, thanks in part to a grant from the diocese.
