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Memorial to a curate from our diocese killed in the First World War unveiled in France

As acts of remembrance for those taken by war are held across our diocese, the Bishop of Wakefield, ...


Hope and unity in the farming community highlighted during remembrance service at Ripon Cathedral

Hope, unity and the need for people across agriculture to come together in support of one another as ...


Singing runs in the family for Cathedral Choir Brothers

In September 2021, Wakefield Cathedral launched ‘Byrd Song’, a new choir group aimed at giving children aged six to ...


Leeds church achieves Silver Eco award

One of our churches in the Leeds area has been awarded their Silver Eco Church award from A ...


Diocesan Eco Book Group announces 2022 programme

As COP26 continues, the diocese wants to help people engage with the environment with the announcement of the 2022 ...


Our bishops send warmest greetings to mark Diwali 2021

Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, is celebrated on Thursday, November 4 this year, and our bishops have sent ...


Churches hold light parties on Halloween

Churches across the Diocese of Leeds opened their doors to trick or treaters on Halloween, providing a welcome ...


Refugees go on adventure in the great outdoors in Huddersfield area

Refugees in our diocese have been experiencing the wonderful land we live in, thanks to the work of ...


Hundreds gather to give thanks for Anne Dawtry's faithful service

The Diocese of Leeds bid a fond farewell to the outgoing Archdeacon of Halifax, Ven Dr Anne Dawtry, ...


New Archdeacon of Halifax announced

The Diocese of Leeds is pleased to announce that the Revd Bill Braviner has been appointed as the ...

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