Diocese of Leeds hosts Church of England Racial Justice Sunday online service
First published on: 9th February 2026The Diocese of Leeds was pleased to host the Church of England’s online service to mark Racial Justice Sunday on Sunday, February 8.
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Pilgrimages Day helps rural churches engage with their communities and beyond
First published on: 6th February 2026People spent the morning of Friday, January 30 learning about how pilgrimages can help them engage with their communities and beyond at a Pilgrimages Day at Ripon Cathedral.
Collaboration and friendship at migration conversation in Seacroft
First published on: 5th February 2026Some 70 people gathered at St Richard’s Seacroft recently to have meaningful conversations about the topic of migration.
Explore vocations together at Leeds Minster
First published on: 3rd February 2026People will gather at Leeds Minster on Tuesday, February 10, to explore how we hear from God and our sense of calling.
Listed Places of Worship Scheme ends on Tuesday, March 31
First published on: 28th January 2026The Listed Places of Worship Scheme, which allows listed churches to claim back VAT on building works, will end on Tuesday, March 31.
Diocese engages with Racial Justice Sunday in variety of ways
First published on: 28th January 2026Racial Justice Sunday is on February 8, and the Diocese of Leeds is engaging with the day and its themes.
Retreats and resources for Lent shared
First published on: 27th January 2026The Diocese of Leeds and the Church of England have events, retreats and resources to help churches and individuals draw near to God and one another this Lent.
St Oswald's Askrigg win award for work on tower
First published on: 23rd January 2026St Oswald’s Askrigg have recently won the King of Prussia Gold Medal at the Ecclesiastical Architects and Surveyors Association (EASA) annual meeting held in London last week.
St Mark's Harrogate PCC complete diocesan Saving Creation Bronze course
First published on: 21st January 2026St Mark’s Harrogate recently put into action their commitment to caring for God’s creation, with nearly all 24 members of the Parochial Church Council completing the Diocese of Leeds’ Saving Creation Bronze Course.
Diocesan links with Hong Kong developed by visit
First published on: 21st January 2026Links between the Diocese of Leeds and an Anglican diocese in Hong Kong have been developed, thanks to a recent visit from the Rt Revd Arun Arora, Bishop of Kirkstall, and the Revd David Ho Young, Rector of Moor Allerton and Shadwell.
